Jennifer and Arlene,
I live about an hour and a half north of San Francisco. These are nurseries I've been to and have enjoyed, admired, and/or purchased from:
Lone Pine Gardens: specialize in cacti, succulents, bonsai and unusual ornamentals
http://www.lonepinegardens.com...
California Carnivores: (and next door is Greenman Nursery, a general nursery )
http://www.californiacarnivore...
Cottage Nursery of Petaluma: Perennials, grasses and succulents
http://www.cottagegardensofpet...
Wildwood Garden & Nursery: specialize in Japanese Maples sale and garden
http://wildwoodmaples.com/inde...
Here are some other photos I've taken on visits to Calif. Carnivores:
Sundews:
Various Pitcher type plants and their beautiful colors and textures:
