Berkeley Horticultural Nursery is a small, family-owned retail nursery located directly across from the Golden Gate Bridge. Situated on just under two acres in Sunset Zone 17, the nursery experiences cool summers and mild winters. The primary goals of the nursery are to offer top-quality plants of all types to the public, to collect and disseminate information on anything garden-related, and to provide a pleasant atmosphere for browsing through an array of horticultural products and accessories. The nursery is an expansive space filled with a large selection of trees, plants, herbs, seeds, soil, succulents, tools, and more. The inventory includes a greater emphasis on outdoor inventory, with a focus on native plants. While the nursery is on the expensive side, the selection includes many plants that are rare in other nurseries, and the plants are well-organized and well-cared for. Customers praise the nursery for its wide selection, consistently healthy plants, and knowledgeable and friendly staff. The nursery also offers a clean restroom, a charming fountain in the outdoor garden area, and a chalkboard near the entrance showcasing weekend special sales and discounts. Whether you're in need of supplies for your garden or indoor planting, or simply want to wander and immerse yourself in the world of plants, Berkeley Horticultural Nursery is a hidden gem worth visiting.
HUGE selection of plants, I found everything I was looking for here! If you aren't sure what to get, it's lovely to browse the nursery and find something that interests you!
November 2025
This place is a treasure. Everyone is always helpful and kind.
August 2025
They have plants that no other nurseries have. Great staff. Very helpful
