Resources

Utah State University has lots of information that’s free on their website and also offers programs. We also have a solid community on FB where people are not why to share their experiences. 

For plant nerds

The Biota of North America Program

Compared to the plants/seedlings at the big box stores that were growing in other states, the plants that were grown locally already adapt to the environment and have a higher chance of success. We list some local nurseries that grow their plants in house.

Native plants in Utah

Cache Valley Native Plants  (pick up only)

Native plants feed local pollinators and they adapt to the environment – easier to survive! Your garden can be beautiful and also serve the purpose of encouraging biodiversity.

One of the biggest local-grown nurseries

Progressive Plants  (Monday-Friday only)

(Mostly) locally Grown = less stress = happy plants! Located at Copperton, Progressive Plants is one of the biggest Utah commercial plant suppliers and also the most “progressive” nursery: it offers convenient online ordering, real time inventory, in stock notifications, plant selection tools, and more!

Locally grown seedlings and plants

Cook’s Farm & Greenhouse in Orem

Lambert Growers in West Valley

Local seed company

True Leaf Market (can ship or pick up in SLC): carry brands like Mountain Valley seeds for conventional, Sustainable Seeds for organics, Kitazawa Seeds for Asian varieties, Mountain Valley Hybrids for F1 varieties and Handy Pantry for Sprouting.