Broad-Breasted Bronze Turkeys Now Available
Broad-Breasted Bronze turkeys are now available in limited supply. These birds are offered as straight run, with males and females available. If you are looking for turkeys for your flock, this is a good time to add them.
Native Plant Seed Packets
We’re so excited to offer this native seed lineup and make it easier to bring California natives to more folks! Starting from seed is a budget-friendly, flexible way to cover more ground. You might be interested in adding native plants with color, supporting pollinators, or build a landscape that feels alive and connected to the land 🌼
Sweet Potato Slips Ready Now
Sweet potato season is here 🍠
We’ve got four great varieties ready to grow: Beauregard, Covington, Murasaki, and Purple Majesty, all in 1 gallon for $6.99 each.
San Diego Grown Stevia + a Little Sweet Myth Busting
🌿 Stevia does well in partial to full sun, so aim for a spot that gets 6+ hours of sunlight each day. Give each plant plenty of room to grow, spacing them about 18 inches apart, or choose a container at least 12 inches wide if you’re planting in pots.
Spring 2026 Chick Breeds
Backyard poultry keepers know that choosing the right breeds makes all the difference and this season’s sweethearts bring a perfect mix of beauty, personality, and productivity.
2026 Tomato Varieties
With sixteen varieties grown on site this season, we are excited to release these throughout the late winter, through late spring.
Our Gratitude, and a Look Back
November 20th marks our anniversary - City Farmers opened in 1972! That's over 50 years of dirt under our nails.
We still have the first $1.10 my dad made, hanging in the original packaging.
Looking through old photos and handwritten flyers (rose bushes for $5.50!), what strikes me most is the people - crews who built this place, employees who taught me to prune and drive tractors, families who've been coming for decades.
September Planting Strategies
Ready to optimize your September garden in San Diego's unpredictable climate? At City Farmers, we know August's heat often lingers, making all of September a waiting game for planting. But don't worry, we've got a strategy! Focus on planning. We encourage folks to direct their early fall energy to planning well.
Tea Garden Time
A late summer tea garden brings unique benefits: it helps us ease the seasonal transition, supports wellness, and encourages moments of calm and balance as routines change and nature prepares for autumn.
Banana Trees for SoCal Yards: Meet the Gold Finger and Double Mahoi 🍌🌴
🍌✨ Two Tropical Banana Beauties Just Landed!
🌴 Gold Finger Banana: Sweet, tangy, and tough as nails—loves full sun, regular drinks, and SoCal warmth. 🍃 Produces medium-sized fruit perfect for snacking!
🌿 Musa Double Mahoi Banana: DOUBLE the harvest?! Yes please! Grows fast, stays compact (great for small yards or LARGE pots), and produces not once, but TWICE!
Giant Pumpkins, Melons, and More this June
Giant Congo Watermelons and Atlantic Giant Pumpkins are available now - while supplies last!
June Planting Strategies
🌿 Looking ahead as June heats up?
Those native plants need some TLC before they can handle our San Diego summers on their own! Here's the secret most garden centers won't tell you: Native plants need 1-2 years of regular care before becoming truly drought-resistant Nature feeds plants through years of composting - your yard hasn't had that luxury
🌱 Get your garden summer-ready with a visit to City Farmers Nursery.
Late Spring 2025 Chick Breeds
We are bringing four new feathered friends to yards across the city.
Looking to add charm, color, and personality to your backyard flock this spring? From rainbow-egg layers to gentle giants and heritage showstoppers, these standout breeds bring more than just fresh eggs—they’re family-friendly, eye-catching, and full of character.
Best Nursery in the Nation by USA Today
Thank you to our community for voting City Farmers #1 Best Nursery in a USA Today poll!
Small Space Gardening Tips
We’re in the running for “Best Nursery” in USA Today’s Top 10. Voting happens daily through March 10th.
February Planting Strategies
🌶️ Ready to spice up your 2025 garden plans? We’re ready to pull out the tools and dust off the cobwebs.
Did you know some peppers need an extra-early start to bring the heat?
At City Farmers, we know timing is everything for a successful spring harvest.
While most gardeners are still dreaming of tomatoes, smart San Diego growers are already starting their pepper seeds – especially those mouth-tingling varieties like Carolina Reapers! Why start peppers early?
Local News 8 Covers Our Nominations for Top Nursery
We’re in the running for “Best Nursery” in USA Today’s Top 10. Voting happens daily through March 10th.
Local San Diego Plant Societies
The plant community in San Diego is a true gem! From orchids to succulents, bonsai to native plants, our local garden clubs and plant societies offer a wealth of knowledge, friendship, and a shared passion for nature. Enjoy just a few of these groups!
Composting Worms: The Magic of Red Wigglers
Compost worms, or red wigglers, are an excellent way to recycle kitchen scraps and household waste into nutrient-rich compost that enhances soil health and supports plant growth. By maintaining the right conditions, these worms will continuously reproduce and thrive, turning organic materials like fruit peels, coffee grounds, and even shredded paper into valuable compost for your garden.