The Desert Northwest

Water-wise xeric plant nursery. Top products: Cold-hardy desert plants, Mediterranean climate plants, Native dryland plants, Southern Hemisphere species, Cacti and succulents. The Desert Northwest is a specialty nursery based in Sequim, Washington, established in 2005. The nursery focuses on the propagation and sale of water-wise, xeric, and drought-tolerant plant species suitable for the Pacific Northwest climate. Dedicated to sustainable horticultural practices, the business produces all stock on-site without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Their diverse inventory includes cold-hardy desert specimens, Mediterranean flora, Southern Hemisphere plants, and native dryland varieties. The nursery serves both local customers through scheduled open days and private appointments, as well as a broader audience via a mail-order service. Beyond plant production, the business functions as an educational hub, providing extensive resources, articles, and blog content to help gardeners understand climate-adapted, low-water gardening techniques and the cultivation of unusual botanical specimens.