Staff favorite plants and trees selected for Bay Area gardens, featuring reliable evergreens and seasonal color

Staff Favorites

Reliable, beautiful, Bay Area–tested picks our team would plant in our own yards.

These are the varieties our team reaches for again and again—because they thrive in Bay Area gardens, look great with minimal fuss, and deliver real “wow” in everyday landscapes. From instant structure to easy seasonal color, these picks are chosen for reliability, beauty, and customer happiness.

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  • Coolidge Pineapple Guava

    Coolidge Pineapple Guava

  • Green Beauty Boxwood

    Green Beauty Boxwood

  • Blue Violet Fan Flower

    Blue Violet Fan Flower

  • Carmel Sur Manzanita

    Carmel Sur Manzanita

  • Dusky Bells Australian Fuchsia

    Dusky Bells Australian Fuchsia

  • Centennial California Lilac

    Centennial California Lilac

  • Yankee Point California Lilac

    Yankee Point California Lilac

  • Carmel Creeper California Lilac

    Carmel Creeper California Lilac

  • Drift Rose

    Drift Rose

  • Mission to Mars Mangave

    Mission to Mars Mangave

  • Falling Waters Mangave

    Falling Waters Mangave

  • Praying Hands Mangave

    Praying Hands Mangave

  • Flapjacks

    Flapjacks

  • Brilliant Pink Iceberg Rose

    Brilliant Pink Iceberg Rose

  • Copper Pinwheel

    Copper Pinwheel

  • Variegated Blue Glow Agave

    Variegated Blue Glow Agave

  • Blue Flame Agave

    Blue Flame Agave

  • Corsican Hellebore

    Corsican Hellebore

  • European Grey Sedge, Eurasian Grey Sedge

    European Grey Sedge, Eurasian Grey Sedge

  • Bailey's Redtwig Dogwood

    Bailey's Redtwig Dogwood

  • Potato Vine

    Potato Vine

  • Dwarf Plumbago

    Dwarf Plumbago

  • Moroccan Daisy

    Moroccan Daisy

  • Silver Carpet California Beach Aster

    Silver Carpet California Beach Aster

Frequently asked questions

Q1: What makes a plant a “Staff Favorite”?
A: We pick varieties that consistently look great on arrival, perform well in Bay Area conditions, and deliver strong results without high maintenance.

Q2: Are these plants beginner-friendly?
A: Many are. If you’re new to gardening, start with plants labeled as low-maintenance, then match them to your sun exposure and watering habits.

Q3: Can you help me choose the right plant for my yard?
A: Yes. Share your city (or ZIP), sunlight (full sun/partial shade/shade), and whether you prefer low water or regular watering—our team can recommend a short list that fits.

Q4: Do you offer planting or garden design services?
A: We do. For Bay Area customers, we can help with plant selection, layout ideas, and installation planning depending on the project scope.

Q5: How fast do these sell out?
A: Staff favorites often move quickly because inventory is limited and these are proven top performers. If you see the right size, it’s worth grabbing it.

Q6: What if I’m looking for instant privacy or a fast “finished” look?
A: Filter for privacy/structure plants and choose larger sizes when available—bigger containers typically give you immediate presence.