Mountain View Farm Nursery

05/09/2026

Caught napping on the job. And always in a stack of dirty trays underneath the grow lights. If only I could motivate her to water for us…or clean up the dirt that she transfers around the house. 🐱

05/08/2026

Worth the wait. We started these Sundial Lupine seeds in December and I’m now potting these up. I don’t think I have ever seen such a tiny, beautiful seedling with so much s***k and character. We can’t wait to share these with everyone.
Mr. MVF and I have been potting up LOTS of seedlings this week. Anyone care to guess some of the varieties? Here’s a hint: 🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

05/07/2026

Stop by this weekend for the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Get her something that will bring beauty to her yard year after year, and attract the hummingbirds and butterflies that she loves watching. We also have houseplants and nature books that she will enjoy!
We can’t wait to help you pick out the perfect gift!

05/02/2026

When you’re finished visiting the Armstrong Valley Winery and Cherry Blossom Festival, be sure to stop by today and pick up a Native Perennial, Native seed mix, houseplant, and more! Don’t forget Mother’s Day is next week! She said she wants a plat to attract butterflies and hummingbirds! 🦋
Open until 4pm today!

05/01/2026

04/29/2026

Friday, May 1st is opening day for the nursery.
🌱 Native perennials only. No veggie plants.
🌱Veggie PreSeason Order customers will be contacted for pick up after Mother’s Day when temps are hopefully more favorable for transplanting.
🌱 Please park in the designated area by fully pulling into the driveway. Parking is straight ahead. Look for the green and white parking sign. Please do not block our driveway entrance.
🌱Reminder the roadside stand no longer exists. We have a retail shop with retail hours. We no longer have an honor system. You can shop during our open hours or by appointment. We open Friday, May 1st.
Our hours through the summer season will be:
🕕 Thursdays 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
🕕Fridays and Saturdays 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
🕕 All other hours by appointment.
🕕Hours will change slightly in the Fall.
🌱We accept cash, credit card, or good checks.
🌱Please reach out to verify we have the native species you are looking for.
🐈‍⬛ Miss Meow Meow is very excited to see everyone.

04/23/2026

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Every Earth Day, people post about planting trees. That same weekend, many of them spend Saturday clearing out the leaves where dozens of species were about to emerge.

It's not carelessness. It's a gap in information.

When you clear dead leaves from under shrubs in late April, you're not just tidying. You're removing the shelter that overwintering insects and amphibians have been using since fall.

🌿 What's likely in those leaves right now:

- Giant silk moth pupae — luna, cecropia, polyphemus — wrapped in cocoons in the leaf layer, often weeks from emerging as some of the largest moths in the country
- Bumblebee queens — each one the sole survivor of last year's colony, preparing to dig into soil nearby and start the season's pollinators
- Firefly larvae — in the top layer of soil beneath the leaves, hunting slugs and snails. Late spring fireflies are the adults of these larvae
- Overwintering butterflies — mourning cloak, eastern comma, question mark — tucked into leaf folds waiting for sustained warmth
- Salamanders, tree frogs, ground beetles, wolf spiders — the pest control system your yard runs before anyone sells you a product

When the leaves go into bags this weekend, most of what's sheltering in them goes too. The moth pupae don't survive composting. The butterflies lose their insulation. The queens get displaced.

🌱 What helps:

- Leave leaves under shrubs until nighttime temperatures stay reliably warm — typically mid to late May in most eastern areas
- If you need to move them, shift them to a back corner of the yard instead of bagging. Same shelter, different spot
- Hold off on broadleaf lawn spray until late May — most of what it targets in April isn't causing problems yet
- Cut back native perennial stems in late May, not April — many are still holding overwintering eggs and cocoons

The yard you want to clean up is already full of what Earth Day is about. The cleanup can wait a few weeks 🌿

04/23/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎 🌱🌳
We wanted to take this opportunity to remind and educate our followers on the importance of native plants.
Native plants support local wildlife, help maintain biodiversity, provide critical habitat and food for native insects, mammals, and birds, and promote a low-maintenance and sustainable landscape.
🌱Biodiversity- Native insects are specialized to eat specific native plants. Without these native plants these native insects decline thus impacting the birds and animals that depend on them.
🌱Pollinator Habitat- Native plants provide nectar, pollen, and shelter for native bees, butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds.
🌱Sustainability- Native plants evolved here and will thrive without artificial fertilizers or pesticides and require less water once established.
🌱Soil and Water- Deep roots of native plants improve soil structure, increase water infiltration, and stabilize soil to prevent erosion.
🌱Low Maintenance- having evolved here and adapted to our local environment/conditions, native plants prove to be hardy, resilient to local pests, and do well with minimal intervention from us.
🌱Ecological Balance- native plants help to combat invasive species by preventing their spread and restore a well-functioning ecosystem.
So many benefits! Plant something good for the environment and your local habitats this year. Go native!

04/11/2026

A long read, but worth the time. Learning about native species a few years ago through horticultural classes literally changed the trajectory of MVF and our entire purpose. We had a shift in perspective and knew we wanted to be a part of this important movement. Once you learn about the benefits of native plants there is no going back.

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"Homegrown National Park" is a unique initiative aimed at restoring and protecting America's biodiversity by encouraging citizens to plant native species on their own properties. Spearheaded by entomologist and conservationist Doug Tallamy, the initiative emphasizes the critical role that native plants play in supporting local ecosystems. By replacing traditional lawns or non-native plants with native vegetation, individuals can contribute to the regeneration of habitats for local wildlife, including birds, insects, and pollinators.

The project calls on Americans to transform their yards, gardens, and even urban spaces into mini wildlife sanctuaries. Native plants are better suited to local soil, climate, and wildlife than non-native species, which can sometimes disrupt ecosystems by outcompeting indigenous plants. Native plants also provide vital food and shelter for a variety of species, especially insects, which are the foundation of many food chains. By fostering these natural habitats, participants in "Homegrown National Park" can help restore some of the biodiversity that has been lost due to urbanization, agriculture, and climate change.

One of the key goals of the initiative is to engage homeowners, schools, and communities in large-scale conservation efforts. Tallamy's vision is that if enough people get involved, even small individual actions can add up to a significant impact, creating a nationwide network of connected habitats. This approach helps to combat the rapid decline of pollinators like bees and butterflies, as well as other species that depend on specific plants for survival. The initiative also serves as a reminder that even in highly developed urban areas, there are opportunities for individuals to make a difference in the fight for biodiversity.

"Homegrown National Park" offers a tangible, practical way for people to reconnect with nature and play an active role in the conservation of their local environment. By promoting the planting of native plants, it also helps raise awareness about the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems for future generations. In a time when biodiversity is at risk, this grassroots effort stands as a powerful reminder that each individual has the potential to make a meaningful contribution to the planet’s ecological health.

04/11/2026

Excited to watch all of our new native species grow and mature. 😍🪴

04/03/2026

Friday, May 1st will be our opening date for the season. We will have native perennials available. The list of available natives will continue to change as more plants "wake up" for the season and are ready to be transplanted.
If you ordered veggie seedlings, we will reach out to you when those are ready to be picked up.
Our hours for the season--May through October-- will be as follows:
Thursdays 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fridays & Saturdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
All other hours are by appointment. Please reach out to schedule a time.
Be sure to like and follow our page for updates.
Visit our web site for contact info, hours, and plant offerings. We can’t wait to see you!
www.mvfnursery.com