"Your One Stop Garden Center"

Serving Star Valley, Payson, Pine, Strawberry and Rim Country

 Address: 3497 East Arizona Highway 260
  Payson, AZ 85541-2484

 928.474.6556

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Open Mon. - Sat. 8:00AM - 5:30PM / Sun. 9:00AM - 4:00PM

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A Word about our plants: From the time they come into our nursery, they are given the best care possible. The Plant Fair Nursery staff is dedicated to keeping the plants healthy so when they go into their permanent homes, they will thrive. We offer quality plants from reputable growers who are dedicated to their craft and want every plant to have a happy, healthy, and long life.

 

Here's a cool tip: When selecting plants, it is good to know the mature size they will reach to ensure you get the views or privacy you desire. A water wise landscape like the one pictured on the right will save you money & water in the long run.

 

Just a reminder to support the local Farmer's Market at the Sawmill Crossing. It is open Saturdays 8:AM to Noon.

  • If it is a plant, and it is available, it is time to plant it!

  • All potted plants: The nursery a great selection of shrubs, trees, groundcovers and bushes all of which can be planted right now. Trust us, they would rather be hanging out in your yard than here!

  • When to plant your vegetables: Click here for a PDF guide to vegetable planting times as well as optimum soil temperatures and pH.

August 2010: We never know what August will bring but it is good to plan on heat alternating with thunderstorms. As in July, diseases, pests, and heat stress all show up in our flower & vegetable gardens as well as in the landscape. Maintenance is key. This is also a good time to plant trees and shrubs.

It is that time of year when gardens are starting to look beaten up. Even though they look bad, keep feeding & watering & they will produce A common problem on tomatoes is blossom end rot where the bottoms rot before the top is ripe. Use Fertilome's Yield Booster to control New to us are these metal and rock sculptures that are scattered around the nursery. We also have birds and bugs in the same style. So cute!!! The nursery is loaded with plants just waiting for happy homes. The selection is amazing right now. We have plants for every need.
Did you notice the July-August rains along with the heat made weeds pop up everywhere? We are using Hi Yield Killz-All & it works great! Hi Yield Killz-All works on weeds in areas where you want bare ground. Comes in a Ready-to-Use, or concentrated to be mixed with water Another problem the rains and high temperatures have brought is powdery mildew. It is on garden and landscape plants. See right- Fertilome's Landscape & Garden Fungicide will help get that powdery mildew under control. Mix with water and spray on effected leaves.

July 2010: This month started out hot and really miserable, then the rains came toward the end of the month and cooled things off. July is when it is important to keep your eye on your plants for pests and an extra drink now and then to keep them healthy.

July is a good time to see where you need a shade tree. Shade trees help cool the house & yard. Check out our extensive selection. The dry temperatures have dried up some of the food for native critters. This elk fence will protect vulnerable plants. Buy it off the roll & by the foot. Ants have been a problem for a lot of people. Bonide Ant Killer Granules are fast acting. Also kills fleas, crickets, cutworms, & more When you are tired of fighting bugs, elk, and weeds, relax by sitting by one of these gurgling fountains. Many styles to choose from.

June 2010: Father's day falls on June 20th. Plant Fair Nursery has a number of items that would make great Father's day gifts. Also, it is a good month to plant fruit and shade trees, as well as shrubs and garden plants that didn't care for the cooler temperatures of May.

Check out our gift shop for some cool gift ideas for dad. We have animal caps and tees, as well as coffee mugs and thermoses. The perennials - they are the ones that come back year after year - are arriving by the truck load. We have plants to fill every need. The hummers have started nesting so this is a good time to get a feeder hung out for them. They will be hungry and looking for food. Another gift idea for dad is a good quality tool. We not only have long handled tools, we also have pruners, diggers and weeders.

May 2010: May is famous for Mother's Day. This is also a good time to start flower and vegetable gardens, always keeping an eye on the forecast. We can unexpectedly have freezing nights, so it is good to be ready to protect small transplants. The selection of flowers, vegetables, and herbs is at it's peak in the nursery.

Look for these signs and the "Organiks" trademark in front of herb and vegetable plants. These plants are grown in separate greenhouses and are certified USDA organic. The racks are full of beautiful flowers and the selection is excellent. We have a full stock of annuals and perennials, as well as ground covers and succulents. We receive 3 shipments a week, so keep we keep a full stock. Color bowls are a perfect gift for mom. There are also lots of hanging baskets as well as rose bushes and other flowering plants. Buy them ready made or purchase all the elements and create one yourself that is a gift from the heart. Trees and shrubs are arriving weekly. The varieties are endless and most plants come in more than one size. We buy only from premium growers to insure healthy plants. Once they get here, we give them plenty of love so they will stay healthy

April 2010: It is the time for flowers whether it is trees, shrubs, bulbs, or winter blooming pansies. This is also an excellent time to start planning your vegetable garden. An easy way to garden is with the principles laid out by Mel Bartholomew and "Square Foot Gardening". We have all you need including his "How To Book"

The lilacs are blooming their hearts out right now and they smell so good. Come in and choose from different colors and types Square Foot Gardening is a great way to grow some veggies without killing yourself. We sell 3 different size kits. The small one is shown. Use Mel's Organic Square Foot Gardening Soil with your kit or one you build yourself. It is complete and ready for plants. The Red Tipped Photinias are putting out their new spring growth. It is bright red and beautiful. They are easy to grow & make great hedges.
The Flowering pears are gorgeous this year. This one is toward the back of Rumsey Park in Payson Winter blooming pansies have big smiles on their faces right now. They will continue to bloom until it gets hot Tulips like these bloom here normally March-April. Remember to plant them around October The purple leaf flowering plums are outrageous this year. This one is in the back of Chase Bank

February & March, 2010: Bareroot roses, fruit trees, and shade trees have arrived. They are less expensive than plants grown in pots so can save you money

We have an excellent selection of Jackson & Perkins roses. Some are new winners & others are old favorites. Choose by color, type, bloom size or fragrance. With all the cloudy, gray days, it has been a little dreary. These flowering houseplants are easy to take care of, inexpensive, & their bright colors will lift your spirits. Just arrived in our gift shop: Jody Bergsma art work. We have coffee mugs, framed plaques, magnets, coasters and more featuring her beautiful garden artwork Kathy has brought in a number of herb seeds all produced on organic plants. This is a great time to plan your herb garden and to start seeds indoors.

January 2010: To be real honest with you, there isn't very much that is "Hot" in this area in January. However, it is a good time to be thinking ahead about your vegetable and flower gardens. This is the season to add some organic mulch to your soil and work it in. When it is time to plant, the soil will be nice and rich. And don't forget about our red tag sale on all our "in stock" hot tubs & spas. This is a great opportunity to be in hot water and save some of your hard earned cash!

Our spas will warm you up! Save money with bulk composted mulch A large variety of garden seeds Recycle a renewable resource
Soaking in bubbling hot water in this cold weather feels so good! The heat will warm your bones. Save up to $2,500 during our red tag sale! Save $$$ with bulk composted mulch. We will load in your pick-up or trailer. Costs only $29.99 for a full scoop. We offer a large line of vegetable & flower seeds, many heirloom varieties, organic seeds and no GMO's, Restocked every week. CowPots are on sale for spring. This is a great way to recycle and add organic material all at the same time. Won't burn & they are biodegradable

December 2009: The holiday season is here and Plant Fair Nursery has some beautiful trees, living and cut, as well as a wonderful selection of gifts for the gardener or that "hard to buy for" person. We still have in stock a full line of plants as well as all your gardening and landscaping needs.

The gift shop is loaded with all kinds of unique gifts. Along with cabin decor we have ornaments, tees and caps, wildlife mugs, books and more Our cut trees have arrived and are fresh and beautiful. They are thick, green and affordable. Receive a free care sheet with each purchase We have a great selection of living trees of all sizes and types. Go green: Use them for the holiday and plant them in your yard afterward. Check out our greenhouse for a selection of beautiful poinsettias in small, medium and large sizes. They are healthy and beautiful.

Fall 2009: This is an excellent time to be planting in the Rim Country. There is a lot of variety in colors and types of things to plant. Come in and look around and see what meets your needs. And this is a good time to put in a winter vegetable garden of cold hardy veggies like cabbage, brocoli and cauliflower.

Pampas grass is in full bloom all around town and it is a good time to plant them. They are easy to grow and add drama to the landscape Garden mums are available in lots of colors, sizes and styles. They are hardy, easy to grow, and make excellent cut flowers. It is time to plants winter blooming pansies. They are cold hardy and usually bloom through the winter and into next spring until it gets too hot. It is bulb planting time for things like tulips, iris, crocus, daffodils, and narcissus. We offer a lot of variety in color and style.

June 2009: There are so many beautiful plants available right now, whether trees, shrubs, or flowers. Have some fun and make your yard a haven for you and your family

Coreopsis
Roses are in full bloom and ready to plant. We offer a great selection of bushes, climbers, and hedge roses Coreopsis is a favorite among gardeners. It blooms all summer long, is low water use and comes back year after year Hanging baskets of flowers will brighten any deck or porch. Just be sure to water them daily as they will dry out hanging in the air If you have a rocky area, just plant some of these "Nooks & Crannies" varieties. They are easy keepers and thrive for years to come
 

Mexican primrose Lavender lilac
Look for these signs and the "Organiks" trademark in front of herb and vegetable plants. These plants are grown in separate greenhouses and are certified USDA organic. We have an excellent selection Mexican primrose are in full bloom. These guys are real tough! They are easy to grow and come back every year. Plant them now. Nothing beats the fragrance of an old fashioned lilac! We have a full stock of lilacs in lavender, blue, white and pink
Summer annuals have arrived as well as new barrels. They go so well together and look good for months Pond plants arrived Friday April 17 and now is a good time for a great selection. This is a good time to plant evergreens and they will get their roots established before summer Succulent ground covers like this sedum will spread and have of the benefit of being low water use
It is time to plant onions. We offer 6 varieties that all do well here Cool season vegetables are ready to plant. Lettuce, cabbage, etc Summer flowering bulbs have arrived. We offer a great selection of colors and varieties to choose from We offer a large line of vegetable & flower seeds, many heirloom varieties, and no GMO's,

Bareroot fruit trees pictured below are available in February and March only

 
Bare root fruit trees arrived on time Fruit trees dug in Ready for sale Beautiful Arizona sunset
Toby counting the bare root fruit trees after unloading the truck Toby , John, and Butch worked hard and got all the trees dug in Then signs went up and the trees are now ready for sale A beautiful end to a busy but productive day
       
Conrad, Kathy, Rob & Toby potting Jackson & Perkins roses Jackson & Perkins roses ready for sale Deer and elk fence is visible with snow sitting on it Winter blooming pansies don't mind the snow
Jackson & Perkins roses arrived and Conrad, Kathy, Rob, and Toby worked hard to get them in pots The roses are potted and they are ready for sale to someone who will give them a happy home Problems with deer or elk? This fencing keeps them out. It "disappears" when the snow melts. It is time to plant winter blooming pansies. They love the cold and will bloom until it gets too hot for them.
       
Snow covered branches frame a patch of blue sky Red & yellow twig dogwood stand out against a snowy background halos of snow The amazing Rob

We had a couple of days of snow just after the roses and fruit trees arrived. The fresh snow made the nursery beautiful. The graceful tree branches created a window showing a tiny patch of blue sky. The dogwood branches really stood out against the snow covered evergreens while the decorative pots looked like they had halos. Rob came to work in his winter shorts and declared it a beautiful day!


 

We are strictly a retail nursery and at this time, we do not ship plants.

    

 

 

 

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