Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nursery & Landscaping Partner in San Jose
Capitol Wholesale Nursery has been serving the Bay Area since 1977 as a premier grower, plant broker, and re-wholesaler. Our business combines decades of horticultural expertise with a commitment to providing exceptional value through comprehensive plant solutions. We pride ourselves on maintaining one of the most extensive selections of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and turf grasses in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our knowledgeable team offers expert consultation, detailed quoting with accurate botanical specifications, and customized delivery services tailored to client schedules. As a Certified Green Business, we prioritize sustainability in operations while supporting local communities through donations and service projects.With a 40+ year history of fulfilling orders for over 40,000 plant varieties, we serve both wholesale and retail customers from our convenient Silicon Valley location. Our re-wholesaler model streamlines procurement for landscapers by consolidating multiple suppliers into one efficient source. We maintain partnerships with hundreds of Western nurseries to access hard-to-find plants when needed. Open six days weekly, we offer will-call options and guaranteed delivery satisfaction across specified service areas. Our commitment to quality extends to flexible return policies and inventory management solutions for project completion.
Services
Ornamental Plants
Bamboo
Fruit Trees
Ground Cover
Sod Products
Plant Brokerage
Delivery Services
Landscaping Consultation
Inventory Management
Community Projects
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of Bay Area horticultural expertise
- Access to 40,000+ plant varieties through Western nurseries network
- Customized delivery services with guaranteed satisfaction
- Certified Green Business sustainability commitment
- Expert staff with decades of plant inventory knowledge
Associations and certifications
- Certified Green Business
Services
Ornamental Plants
We offer an extensive selection of ornamental plants including shrubs, trees, and flowering species. Our inventory features thousands of varieties for both residential and commercial landscaping projects. Expert staff provide guidance on plant selection, growing conditions, and maintenance requirements.
Plant Brokerage
Our brokerage service connects clients with hard-to-find plants through partnerships with hundreds of Western nurseries. We coordinate procurement from multiple growers to meet specific project requirements. This service includes availability verification and delivery coordination for large-scale orders.
Delivery Services
Customized delivery solutions ensure plants arrive when and where needed across the Bay Area. Our logistics team manages time-sensitive shipments with guaranteed order completeness. Deliveries support both wholesale contractors and retail customers.
Landscaping Consultation
Experienced horticulturists provide expert guidance on plant selection and landscape design. We offer recommendations based on project scale, climate conditions, and aesthetic requirements. Consultations support both professional landscapers and DIY gardeners.
Inventory Management
We help clients manage plant inventory through flexible ordering and return options. Our system accommodates last-minute changes with no order minimums. This service includes stock tracking and availability updates for ongoing projects.
Questions
What types of plants do you carry?
We offer ornamentals, bamboo, fruit trees, ground cover, sod products, and over 40,000 plant varieties through our grower network.
Do you deliver outside San Jose?
Yes, we provide delivery services throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley regions.
Are you only a wholesale nursery?
While primarily serving professionals, we also welcome retail customers at our San Jose nursery location during business hours.
Can you help find rare plant species?
Our plant brokerage service accesses hundreds of Western nurseries to locate specialty plants not in our current inventory.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
As a Certified Green Business, we employ water-efficient growing methods and partner with local organizations for environmental initiatives.
