Arizona Grown Since 1978
Proud growers of sub-tropical and drought-tolerant varieties serving the Southwest.
Do work that matters.
Vale la pena.
Since 1978, V&P Nurseries has proudly grown subtropical and drought-tolerant varieties for our local and regional partners spanning from the Chihuahuan Desert to the southern California coastline. Our plants are grown to reflect the needs of our desert-adapted communities and respond responsibly to challenging environmental variables, approaching our desert-practice with a sustainable and equitable mindset.
Our Mission
Our nurseries are dedicated to the continuing education and outreach initiatives that support greenhouse sustainability, plant sales, water conservation, product accessibility and mindful propagation throughout the Southwest.
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Premium Container Products
Preview our 2024 Spring Collection coming this Valentine’s Day!
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Sowing Seeds of Resiliency
Empowered by an unyielding faith in the Caesalpinia pulcherrima seed, V&P’s origin story stems from the humble beginnings of an immigrant family’s journey to redefine the American Dream.
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Patent & Trademark Varieties
Explore our unique selection of plants that are genetically designed to thrive here in the Sonoran Desert. From tecomas to trees, ownership works in tandem with nature to create new specimens thoughtfully.
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Collector Specimens
We sell more than just the essentials. Learn about our collector specimens and how you can implement in your bids for customers.
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Subtropicals: Growing lush in the desert
How is it possible to grow lush product in the desert? Learn how you can co-exist responsibly with your landscape.
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Why mesquites?
Gatekeepers in protecting native plants and wildlife, the Prosopis varieties are the unsung heroes of urban horticulture and desert biomes across North and South America.
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Powered by pollinators
Integral to the heath and future of our planet, growing varieties that encourage native and migratory pollinators is paramount to ensuring the continuation of life.
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Many hands make light the work
Learn from and meet some of our propagation and production crews that bring our extraordinary plant world to life.
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Our Partnerships
43 years of relationship-building, trust, and industry camaraderie with local and national partners have allowed V&P Nurseries the opportunity to grow and support its dynamic horticulture community.
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Unexpected Venues
Arizona’s rich history as an international haven for rose production continues here at V&P Nurseries.
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Retail Locations
Not a landscaper, contractor or architect? We supply a variety of independent retailers, grocery chains and box stores with our premium desert products across the Southwest.
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Our future is intersectional.
At V&P, we’re committed to the continued engagement and equitable practices centered around race, gender and equality.
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Beyond the Sonoran Desert
Curious to learn more about varieties we grow that do well north of the Sonoran Desert? Explore our recommended plant list for areas like Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Sedona, Flagstaff, Albuquerque and more.
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Sonoran Strange: Arizona's Desert Landscape
A desert defined by its lushness and distinct petrichor, our home reveals to us a fascinating ecology, redefining our relationships surrounding place and belonging.
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IPM Practices
With the help of assassin bugs and other beneficial insects, we focus on organic methods to treat pest problems.
Chino Valley
In addition to our 240 acre facility just outside of Queen Creek, V&P operates in the heart of Chino Valley on a 40 acre property. Celebrated for its crystal clear water and ideal sun-plant ratio, many of our sub-tropical varieties start their journey from cuttings to matured cultivars in this intimate setting.
Our unique agave collection is cultivated onsite in our tissue culture lab.
Our plants are people-powered.
With over 200 employees spanning between our Queen Creek and Chino Valley wholesale nursery locations, we’re proud to support a dynamic team of highly skilled professionals in their respective fields. Our community is diverse, with talent stemming from the Sovereign Nations of the Tohono O’odham, Dine, and Chiricahua Apache, Mexico, Guatemala, Columbia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Brazil, Yemen, Morocco, Canada and Greece.
Leucophyllum
How restoration habitats benefit from desert sages
Plant varieties we’re proud to share.
Search for a specific plant variety we grow to learn more about its growth patterns, unique tendencies, and durability in both urban and natural environments.
