Harvests & Habitats Nursery

Edible and Native Plant Nursery. Top products: Vegetable starts, Medicinal herbs, California native plants, Pollinator-supporting plants, Fruiting plants. Harvests & Habitats is a specialized plant nursery located in Chico, California, focused on cultivating edible, medicinal, native, and functional plants tailored to the local climate. Founded and operated by Sherri, a horticulturist with extensive experience in community gardening, education, and seed saving, the nursery distinguishes itself by growing approximately 98% of its inventory on-site. This local production ensures that plants are hardened to the specific heat, soil, and environmental conditions of the region. The nursery serves a diverse customer base, ranging from home gardeners and food forest enthusiasts to school gardens and community projects. Their catalog emphasizes ecological resilience, offering plant varieties for food production, habitat creation, pollinator support, and even garden curiosities. Beyond plant retail, the business acts as an educational hub, hosting workshops on permaculture, seed saving, and medicine-making, while prioritizing community accessibility through programs like EBT-friendly market options.