Washoe State Tree Nursery
The Washoe State Tree Nursery produces plant materials native or adapted to the Great Basin and Sierra Nevada. The state nursery program can produce up to 250,000 plants each year and has experience growing 250 different species. The nurseries grow the majority of their plants from seeds or cuttings and the Las Vegas nursery grows some plants for sale through the Washoe State Tree Nursery near Carson City. Plants are typically available as seedlings 1-3 years old. The Washoe State Tree Nursery has a Certified Arborist on Staff, Amy Bray (WE-9045A).
Directions & Hours
The nursery will open Thursday, May 8th for the 2025 Season!
Open 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays**
** Certain days are appointment only
Closed all state and federal holidays
Our 2025 Calendar (link)
2025 Spring Sale Inventory for Washoe State Nursery
Please call the nursery for specific needs and requests.
The Washoe State Nursery is conveniently located to serve the native plant species needs of Reno/Sparks, Lake Tahoe, Carson Valley, Dayton Valley, and more! To find us please follow the directions below:
Exit Eastlake Boulevard from U.S. Highway 395 at the North end of Washoe Valley. The nursery is approximately 1 mile from highway on the right hand side.
The Washoe Nursey is located approximately:
- 5 miles away from South Reno, NV
- 15 miles away from Carson City, NV
- 25 miles away from Incline Village, NV
- 30 miles away from Minden, NV
- 45 miles away from South Lake Tahoe, CA
Custom Growing Services
The Washoe State Tree Nursery specializes in producing native and locally adapted plants for use in mitigation and revegetation projects. Many of these species are only available through the NDF nurseries. The nursery staff is available year-around by phone to assist you with your custom growing needs.
Purchasing Instructions
1. Review the Plant Inventory
Our plant inventory is constantly changing, and many plants are currently out of stock. Please consult the list below and call the Washoe Nursery at (775) 849-0213 for the most current information. Inventory updates occur as new plants are available.
2025 Washoe Nursery Inventory Coming Soon!
2. Review the Purchasing Instructions & Pricing
Please note that prices are subject to change, plant sizes are limited in quantity, and we accept credit, cash, check, or purchase order. To ensure that we have what you need on-hand, please call or e-mail the nursery.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Supercell | $3.75 |
| D-Pot container | $6.75 |
| 1-gallon container | $10.75 |
| T-Pot container | $12.75 |
| 2 or 3-gallon container | $20.75 |
| 5-gallon container | $26.75 |
| 15-gallon container | $37.25 |
Resources for Plants in Northern Nevada
Tahoe Basin Shrubs & Plants - Plants approved by TRPA for planting in the Tahoe Basin.
Trees for Conservation: Buyer's Guide - Published by Colorado State Forest Service, this publication contains descriptions of many of the plants grown at the Washoe State Tree Nursery.
Trees for Conservation: Planning, Planting, Care - Published by Colorado State Forest Service, this publication provides complete information on planting and maintaining conservation trees.