The Greenhouse & Nursery
The most visible, ongoing volunteer activity is seen in the Greenhouse/Nursery,
situated next to the Kohl Pumphouse.
A three-room indoor greenhouse and workshop is surrounded by an outdoor
area which includes several hundred square feet of plant tables - all in a
beautiful park environment.
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101 9th Avenue | San Mateo, CA 94401-4202
Tel. (650) 579-0536
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HOURS
Tuesday & Thursday: 10 am – 3 pm
Sunday: 10 am – 12 pm (Noon)
(650) 579-0536
Plants for sale next to the Greenhouse
This is where the joy of gardening is unleashed! Teams of volunteers dedicate
much time on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays to propagate and care for
plants. The objective: to share the joy by selling the plants to the public at
excellent (i.e. low!) prices. And, of course, generously share information,
advice and experience – free for the asking.
All plants in the Greenhouse and Nursery have been donated – either by
commercial supporters, community residents or, of course, San Mateo
Arboretum Society members and/or volunteers. Because of this, we are able
to offer many unique specimens not easily found elsewhere. Savvy customers
know to check often for the arrival of new and unusual donations.
Outdoor plants for sale in the Nursery
Plants frequently available for purchase:
For outdoor/landscaping plants, our extensive collections of succulents &
cacti, pelargonums & geraniums (many fragrant!), bearded iris, Victorian &
heirloom plants, roses, brugmansia & datura, as well as many bunch grasses,
ground covers & vines are constantly popular. Seasonal herbs and vegetables
are often available. Some plants are cuttings or divisions of those in our
demonstration garden, where the source plants already in the ground help
better determine how they will look and understand their behavior in your own
garden.
Indoor varieties include tropical vines, bromeliads, ficus and other small
indoor shrubs, hanging plants, begonias and other traditional favorites. An
entire room full is contains many types of orchids.
A visit to the Greenhouse/Nursery is a lively experience. Shoppers rarely leave
without one or many unique – sometimes eclectic – plant(s) and a very
contented smile.
Our open times may occasionally need to be different than above, so don’t
hesitate to call us at 579-0536 before coming.
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