The 5 Best Garden Stores/Nurseries Around Lake Tahoe Region

From snow-capped winters to sun-drenched summers, gardening in South Lake Tahoe comes with its own set of challenges — and charms. It requires expertise, adaptability and often, a little local guidance. In the Best of Tahoe, these garden stores and nurseries keep Tahoe’s soil rich with possibility, from blooming backyard beds to creative container gardens.

Tahoe Outdoor Living Nursery

At Tahoe Outdoor Living Nursery, nature isn’t just admired — it’s engineered. This full-service landscape design and nursery business has been shaping Tahoe’s outdoor spaces since 1988. Beyond the seasonal plants, trees and shrubs, they offer native and drought-tolerant species that thrive in the local alpine environment. Their team, a blend of horticulturalists and landscape pros, helps customers envision and execute everything from intimate patios to elaborate yard transformations. In addition to plants, the nursery features landscape materials and garden decor, making it a one-stop shop for projects both big and small.

Aspen Hollow

Aspen Hollow offers more than just plants — it provides rooted local wisdom. Established in 1990, this nursery and garden center is known for its thoughtful inventory of flowers, vegetables, shrubs and trees that are tailored to Tahoe’s unique climate. But what really sets Aspen Hollow apart is its design-minded approach to landscaping. Whether someone’s looking to create a pollinator garden, add privacy screening or simply bring more color to a backyard, the staff works closely with each customer to craft solutions that are both beautiful and sustainable. The nursery also carries outdoor art, planters and hard-to-find garden supplies.

Grocery Outlet Bargain Market

While Grocery Outlet Bargain Market is best known for its deep discounts on everyday items, the South Lake Tahoe location brings a surprising seasonal flair to its garden section. Each spring and summer, the store offers an assortment of plants and flowers that appeal to both budget-minded and spontaneous gardeners. With rotating stock and affordable pricing, it’s a favorite for quick garden refreshes — or for anyone who suddenly decides their porch needs a few petunias. It may not be a traditional nursery, but it’s a reliable place to scoop up greenery when inspiration strikes at the checkout aisle.

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