Native rhizomatous grass found in salt marshes and also upland areas in the dry West. An important food source for waterfowl, host plant for butterfly larvae (Wandering Skipper), and erosion control in estuaries. Inland strains are extremely drought-tolerant, and may be invasive in some situations.

Native ground-cover with shiny dark-green leaves, white flowers and edible berries. Spreads vigorously by stolons. Common along the coast, thrives in sunny conditions.

Native iris with pale pink to purple flowers on 1-2’ tall branched stems. Native in open grassy areas in Oregon south to California.

Rhizomatous tufted rush found in coastal marshes, tide flats and back into sand dune areas. Important for erosion control and sediment retention in coastal areas.

Beautiful northwest native rush with iris-like leaves, common west of the Cascades in wet meadows and lake shores, sometimes where it dries out in late summer. Strong rhizomes are important for erosion control and sediment retention.

Northwest native shrub reaching 14′ in height. Yellow flowers and purplish black fruit are great for wildlife. This shrub is fast-growing and provides excellent erosion control. Prefers moist, open to partially shaded sites. Tolerates salt spray in shoreline plantings.

Attractive evergreen shrub to 10-30’ tall, with glossy aromatic leaves. Prefers sunny, medium to dry conditions. Native near the coast, southern Washington to California, ours is from the northernmost extent of the distribution. Tolerates salt spray in shoreline plantings. Transplanting can be problematic.

Pacific Northwest native lowland conifer reaching 120-200′ tall, common in wet habitats. Fast-growing, with dense root systems for erosion control. Provides important wildlife habitat and shade for streams. Our plug stock was selected for best resistance to bud worm, and low-elevation for restoration plantings. Tolerates salt spray in shoreline plantings.

Western native rose with masses of pink flowers and small red hips, nice in dry shade plantings.

Widespread native rhizomatous bulrush with triangular stems to 3’ tall.  Found in fresh or brackish marshes, wet habitats.