UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars

UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars logoThe UC Davis Arboretum All-Stars program launches this spring! High Ranch Nursery is one of 3 growers offering these proven performers to retail outlets. We are currently growing about 50 of the 100 All-Stars.  All-Stars are field tested and proven to perform well in the valley. Most are drought tolerant, provide form and color and aesthetic beauty, provide wildlife habitat, and are easy-to-grow. All meet the criteria of "sustainable" - that is: have low water use, low chemical use (little or no pesticides or fertilizers required), lower maintenance, and are ecologically sound in matching the plants to the local climate and soil needs.

Follow this link to our current availability for Arboretum All-Stars.

Click on a thumbnail below to view full-size photos of some of our Arboretum All-Stars.

  • Nepeta faa 'Dropmore' » Click to zoom ->

    Nepeta faa 'Dropmore'

  • Aster 'Purple Dome' » Click to zoom ->

    Aster 'Purple Dome'

  • Salvia mic X gre 'Red Velvet' » Click to zoom ->

    Salvia mic X gre 'Red Velvet'

  • Salvia greggii 'Desert Blaze' » Click to zoom ->

    Salvia greggii 'Desert Blaze'

  • Salvia greggii 'Coral' » Click to zoom ->

    Salvia greggii 'Coral'

  • Penstemon 'Margarita BOP' » Click to zoom ->

    Penstemon 'Margarita BOP'

  • Saponaria 'Max Frei' » Click to zoom ->

    Saponaria 'Max Frei'