SJC Master Gardeners open 2026 Native Plant Sale for online ordering January 24

||| FROM VICKI LEIMBACK for SAN JUAN MASTER GARDENERS |||

Calling all nature lovers and garden enthusiasts! The eagerly awaited 2026 Native Plant Sale officially launches online at 8:00 AM on January 24, offering island residents a wide array of locally native plants that beautify landscapes while supporting healthy ecosystems. Orders will be available for pickup on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at convenient locations on Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan Islands.

The preview website is now open for browsing, giving gardeners a chance to explore the full plant list in advance. Online ordering begins January 24 and will remain open through March 9, 2026—or until plants are sold out. All sales are first-come, first-served, and early ordering is encouraged. Full details and ordering information can be found at www.nativesale.org

This year’s sale brings back popular favorites along with exciting new additions. Plants are available in bundles of five, offered as plugs or bare-root stock, making them ideal for gardeners, land stewards, and habitat restoration projects.

Beyond cultivating beautiful gardens, choosing native plants is a powerful way to support environmental resilience. Native species help strengthen declining pollinator populations, enhance biodiversity, and thrive with fewer inputs because they are adapted to local climate and soils.

“Planting native isn’t just a gardening choice—it’s an investment in the health and sustainability of our islands,” said the Master Gardener Foundation. “Every native plant added to a home garden contributes to a stronger ecosystem.”

As we begin 2026, the Master Gardener Foundation encourages island residents to join in fostering a greener future by participating in this annual community event.

Mark your calendars for January 24 –—great ready to plant Native Plants and Cultivate a Greener Tomorrow!