NATIVE PLANTS*
Last updated September 2026. Download/print full list:   .pdf
  • NOTE: Pot sizes and availability are subject to change, as we often need to move small plants up into larger pots, and some items sell out.
  • To purchase plants, visit on one of our open days or email us at mail@desertnorthwest.com to set up an appointment.
  • *I'm using the term native broadly, to include Siskiyou/Klamath region and dryland plants. Many of these exhibit superior performance to woodland native species in urban or exposed settings.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos x coloradensis 'Cascade'
COLORADO MANZANITA
4" pot - $20
1 gallon pot - $24
2 gallon pot - $48

Arctostaphylos x coloradensis is a natural hybrid of A. uva-ursi and A. patula that occurs in Colorado and Washington.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos 'Glenwood Green' [IB496.2]
3.5" band pot - $22

A. patula x nevadensis from Klickitat County, Washington. Bright green leaves, dense mat stays under 1' tall. This Desert Northwest introduction was last offered in 2010.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos 'Green Destiny' [IB1257.2]
3.5" band pot - $22

A. patula x nevadensis from Klickitat County, Washington. Impressive, huge spreading mound! Desert Northwest introduction.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos 'Lava Creek' [IB1249.2]
3.5" band pot - $22

A. columbiana x nevadensis from Skamania County, Washington. In nature, this was an impressive vigorous groundcover/low mound with dense growth. Untested in cultivation. Desert Northwest introduction.

Arctostaphylos x media
MEDIA MANZANITA

There are many variants of this naturally occuring hybrid between A. columbiana and A. uva-ursi.

[Port Angeles form]
4" pot - $18
1 gallon pot - $22

Larger deep green leaves, pink flowers, eventually develops upright shrubby habit.

[Sequim form]
4" pot - $18

Vigorous growth habit, gray leaves, mature size about 3' tall and 6' wide.

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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos 'Mound Hood' [IB542.3]
New (returning) August 2026!
3.5" band pot - $24

A. patula x nevadensis from near Mt. Hood. Exquisite tight mound of small green leaves, perfect for rock garden. This Desert Northwest introduction was last offered in 2010.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Arctostaphylos nevadensis IB1363 [Lewis County, WA]
PINEMAT MANZANITA
3.5" band pot - $18

West side form of this (usually) dry side species, from high rainfall area. Possibly some hybrid influence from other nearby species.

Artemisia tridentata IB1371 [Yakima County, WA]
BIG SAGEBRUSH
4" pot - $18
1 gallon pot - $20

Fun to grow in a western Washington dry garden. If you live within its native range, you're not allowed to laugh at the price; it's a bit of a novelty elsewhere.
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Ceanothus integerrimus IB488.2
DEER BRUSH
4" pot - $20

From Klickitat County, Washington. It is a miracle that I have succeeded in propagating this. Get them while they're alive.

Ceanothus x mendocinoensis [UW form]
1 gallon pot - $24
2 gallon pot - $44

This natural hybrid of Ceanothus thrysiflorus and C. velutinus is a spectacular performer in the garden.
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Ceanothus prostratus IB1392
MAHALA MAT
4" pot - $20
1 gallon pot - $24

From Klickitat County, Washington. Flat mat of evergreen foliage with light blue spring flowers. Has a reputation for being difficult in cultivation.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Ceanothus thrysiflorus 'Oregon Mist'
BLUEBLOSSOM CEANOTHUS
1 gallon pot - $22

Because we all need a tree-sized Ceanothus.

Ceanothus velutinus IB951.2 [Hood River County, OR]
TOBACCO-BRUSH
1 gallon pot - $22

New (returning) August 2026!

First time I've ever had any luck producing a decent crop of this species to sell. Get them while you can!
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Cercis occidentalis IB1081 [Shasta County, CA]
WESTERN REDBUD
4" pot - $18

Shrub or small tree with showy pink spring flowers, good fall color; hardy northern collection.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Columnaris'
COLUMNAR PORT ORFORD CEDAR
4" pot - $22

Narrow tree with dense cypress-like growth, best in cool regions.

Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Oregon Blue'
BLUE PORT ORFORD CEDAR
New (returning) August 2026!
1 gallon pot - $24

This large tree is a good performer on the north Olympic Peninsula.
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Chamaecyparis lawsoniana [unknown cultivar]
BLUE PORT ORFORD CEDAR
4" pot - $22

Not sure the name of this tree-sized cultivar, but the blue (almost purple) color is astounding.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Eriogonum niveum IB1373 [Klickitat County, WA]
SNOW BUCKWHEAT
4" pot - $16

Native desert subshrub with white leaves, white/pale pink flowers.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Garrya fremontii IB504.3
4" pot - $22

From Skamania County, Washington. This appealing evergreen native shrub with glossy leaves is seldom grown.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Garrya x issaquahensis 'Glasnevin Wine'
SILKTASSEL
4" pot - $22
2 gallon pot - $44
(one left)

Evergreen shrub with long reddish tassels in late winter; unique and spectacular.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Garrya x 'Siskyou Jade'
SILKTASSEL
1 gallon pot - $28

"Badass" Garrya with super long tassels, selected by Fairmeadow Nursery.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Juniperus communis
COMMON JUNIPER

IB515.2 [Skamania County, WA]
4" pot - $18

IB1365 great silver color [Packwood, WA]
4" pot - $18

Slow-growing coniferous groundcover with prickly leaves, blue berries, easy and hardy.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Paxistima myrsinites IB1367 [Lewis County, WA]
MOUNTAIN BOXWOOD
4" pot - $14

Slow-growing native evergreen shrub with boxwood-like leaves.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Penstemon sp. aff. gardenieri IB1355 [Yakima County, WA]
4" pot - $14

Might be an intermediate form with P. fruticosus, flowers are a bit on the lavender side.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Penstemon x 'White Pass' IB473.3 [Yakima County, WA]
4" pot - $16

P. rupicola x fruticosus, small leaves, great flower color. First time offered in many years!

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Philadelphus lewisii IB430 [Chelan County, WA]
MOCK ORANGE
4" pot - $16
3 gallon pot - $48

The oranges will have their revenge.

Pinus ponderosa IB1000 [Thorp, WA]
PONDEROSA PINE
4" pot - $16
1 gallon pot - $18
small treepot - $22

Widespread large conifer found throughout the Interior West.
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Quercus chrysolepis IB1084
CANYON LIVE OAK
[IB1299] 2.5" band pot - $18
[IB1084] small treepot - $28

The two collections available are similar. This western native oak deserves much wider use in Washington.

Quercus garryana
GARRY OAK, OREGON WHITE OAK

IB382 Local collection [Sequim, WA]
2.5" band pot - $16
1 gallon pot - $18
large treepot - $36

IB477 Cold-hardy collection [Yakima County, WA]
2.5 x 5.5" pot - $18
large treepot - $40

Cold-hardy collection [Klickitat County, WA]
small treepot - $20

This drought resistant Washington native is an important component of prairie ecosystems.
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(detailed information and photos not available yet) Quercus kelloggii IB1023.2 [Butte County, CA]
CALIFORNIA BLACK OAK
small treepot - $20

Drought tolerant Oregon and California native.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Quercus sadleriana [Josephine County, OR]
DEER OAK
small treepot - $26

Shrubby evergreen oak from Siskyou Mountains. From wild collected seed, no garden hybrids.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Quercus vaccinifolia IB1259 [Josephine County, OR]
HUCKLEBERRY OAK
small treepot - $24

Uncommon evergreen oak from Siskyou Mountains with good ornamental appeal. Sometimes shrubby, this selection is more upright; expect a decent size tree.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Thuja plicata 'Colvos'
COLVOS WESTERN REDCEDAR
4" pot - $18
1 gallon pot - $20
(one left)
2 gallon pot - $40

Selected by Colvos Creek Nursery, this distinct dense-growing clone has coarse dark-green foliage.

(detailed information and photos not available yet) Thuja plicata 'Stoneham Gold'
STONEHAM GOLD WESTERN REDCEDAR
4" pot - $20

Variegated golden foliage on this selection of our native Western Redcedar.

PAYMENT and DELIVERY OPTIONS
Updated spring 2025

To purchase plants here at the nursery, please e-mail me at mail@desertnorthwest.com to set up an appointment, or visit on one of the nursery open days. I can either pull your order in advance, or you can shop through the greenhouse. However, shoppers ought to be aware that the nursery setup is not extremely retail-friendly, with many plants being unlabeled; and it can get very hot in the greenhouses on warm, sunny days.

Payment options include cash or check (preferred), PayPal, or credit/debit card. I will also accept payment in Bitcoin or Monero if paid in advance, and will offer a slight discount: please inquire if interested.

Delivery

For larger orders, I will deliver plants right to your door, if you prefer. For this service advance payment is required. I will schedule a delivery time that works for you via e-mail.

  • Orders over $200: FREE delivery to Sequim, Port Angeles, Port Townsend.
  • Orders over $400: FREE delivery to Kitsap County, or anywhere within 90 minutes of Sequim (and not involving a ferry ride), if you don't mind waiting a week or two.
  • Outside of this area: Delivery is possible, but larger minimum order and delivery charges will apply. Please inquire.

Reseller/landscaper customers

I don't track cumulative purchases; however, a quantity discount is available for one-time purchases over $500. Please inquire. Payment by cash or check is required to be eligible for the discount; no credit/debit cards or PayPal please.

*Note on pot sizes: We're going by vernacular usage when using terms such as "1 gallon", "2 gallon", etc. The pot sizes are actually somewhat smaller than a true gallon, 2 true gallons, etc.

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