FRUIT TREE NURSERY NEAR LAGUNA HILLS, CA
Mature Fruit Trees for Laguna Hills Homes, Under an Hour Away
Laguna Hills is one of our closest Orange County communities. It is under an hour down I-5.
Our rows hold decades-old fruit trees and rare tropicals you rarely see in stores.
Under an hour from Laguna Hills
Decades-old specimens available
Great picks for sloped yards
Rare tropicals grown on site
AT A GLANCE
A Short Drive to a Specialty Fruit Tree Nursery
We are a family-owned nursery growing fruit trees on our Vista property.
Laguna Hills gardeners like that we are close enough for repeat visits.
Laguna Hills Quick Facts
Our nursery is at 2081 Elevado Road in Vista, about 51 miles from Laguna Hills.
The drive takes under an hour.
We are open Tuesday–Saturday 9–4 and Sunday 10–4.
Pickup only; we load your vehicle.
Call 760-434-5085 with questions.
WHY IT’S WORTH THE DRIVE
Why Laguna Hills Homeowners Make the Drive
Under an hour away, with trees you won’t find at a local garden center.
SEASONED
Decades of Fruit Tree Know-How
We are the oldest fruit tree nursery in Southern California. That experience helps you plant slopes the right way.
40 YEARS
Trees With a Head Start
Plant an established tree. Some are already carrying fruit on the day you visit.
SLOPE-SMART
Great Picks for Hillside Yards
Laguna Hills has many sloped lots. We help you choose trees that like good drainage.
CLOSE
An Easy Drive Down I-5
At under an hour, a weekend nursery trip is simple. Bring a truck and fill it.
FEATURED TREES
Heat-Loving Fruit Trees for Laguna Hills Gardens
Laguna Hills sits inland enough for warm summers but still gets ocean air.
That mix suits mangoes, limes, apricots and grapes from our yard.
Availability changes often. Check our inventory or call 760-434-5085 before you make the drive.
LIME
Bearss, Mexican and Kaffir Limes
Limes love warm, sheltered spots on south Orange County hillsides. Bearss is the seedless Persian lime. Mexican lime is the small, intense bartender's lime. Sweet lime is very limited, so call first.
In our yard: Bearss, Mexican, Kaffir, Sweet
APRICOT
Blenheim, Katy and Royal Apricots
Blenheim is the famous California apricot, rich and perfumed. Katy is a low-chill variety that suits mild Orange County winters. Bella Gold Peacotum is a peach and apricot cross worth trying.
In our yard: Blenheim, Katy, Royal, Autumn Royal, Bella Gold Peacotum, Cot-N-Candy
MANGO
Manila Mango for Warm Slopes
Inland warmth gives Laguna Hills mango trees a head start. Our Manila mango has a long, slim shape and very little fiber. Plant it on a south slope with fast-draining soil.
In our yard: Manila (Philippine), Corriente (limited)
GRAPE
Crimson, Thompson and Himrod Grapes
A grape arbor turns a hot patio into a shaded outdoor room. Thompson and Crimson are classic seedless table grapes. Himrod ripens early and tastes like honey. Canadice adds a red seedless option.
In our yard: Himrod, Princess, Thompson, Midgely's Purple, Canadice, Autumn Royal, Crimson
AVOCADO
Lamb Hass and Hass Avocados
Lamb Hass tastes like Hass but ripens later and handles heat well. Planting both stretches your avocado season through more of the year. Give them deep, infrequent watering.
In our yard: Lamb Hass, Hass, Reed, Fuerte, Mexicola
POMEGRANATE
Sweet and Field Sweet Pomegranates
Pomegranates thrive in the dry heat of the Saddleback Valley. Sweet and Field Sweet have lower acid, so they appeal to kids. Wonderful is best for juicing.
In our yard: Sweet, Field Sweet, Wonderful, Loma Red, White
SIZES & BUYING
How Laguna Hills Buyers Shop Our Nursery
Plan on a relaxed half-day trip from Laguna Hills. Here is what helps.
CONTAINERS
Nine Container Sizes
Choose from 5, 15, 25, 45 and 65 gallon pots, or 20, 24 and 30 inch boxes.
Our biggest specimens grow in 100 gallon containers.
FRUITING
First Year Roots, Then Fruit
If a tree is not fruiting yet, expect a crop about two to three years after planting.
Many of our older trees are already producing when you buy them.
ON-SITE HELP
Talk to Our Growers
Ask which trees suit your slope, soil and sun exposure.
Our growers also explain how to keep trees healthy long-term in containers.
CHECKOUT
Payment and Loading
We take cash and all major cards. Bring the card itself and a matching ID.
Our team loads your vehicle, and you secure the trees for the ride.
OUR FRUIT TREES
Every Fruit Tree We Grow for Laguna Hills Yards
Laguna Hills slopes drain well, which many tropical trees love.
We list slope-friendly choices first in each group.
Tropical & Subtropical Fruit Trees
Avocado, mango and cherimoya thrive on sunny Laguna Hills slopes.
Citrus Trees
Lemons and oranges suit both slopes and flat backyards.
Berries & Vines
Grapes on a hillside trellis make good use of a slope.
Flowering Trees
Plumeria loves the warm, bright conditions on south-facing yards.
GROWING GUIDE
Fruit Trees That Thrive in Laguna Hills
Laguna Hills enjoys warm days, ocean breezes and very little frost.
HILLSIDE LOTS
Sloped Yards & Ridgelines
Great drainage and sun, which tropicals love.
Good picks: avocado, mango, cherimoya, sapote and macadamia.
VALLEY FLOORS
Lower Neighborhoods
Slightly cooler nights, with richer soil.
Good picks: citrus, fig, persimmon, pomegranate and loquat.
PATIOS & COURTYARDS
Townhomes & Smaller Lots
Big pots in full sun still produce plenty of fruit.
Good picks: dwarf citrus, kumquat, fig, guava and dragon fruit.
LAGUNA HILLS & SADDLEBACK VALLEY
Fruit Trees for Laguna Hills Slopes and Canyon Views
Homes above the Laguna Hills Community Center sit on warm, sunny slopes.
Manila mango, Bearss lime and Blenheim apricot love that south-facing heat.
Toward Aliso Viejo and the Aliso and Wood Canyons park, evenings cool down faster.
Pomegranates and arbor grapes like Thompson Seedless handle the swing easily.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Laguna Hills · Laguna Niguel · Laguna Woods · Aliso Viejo · Lake Forest · Mission Viejo · Laguna Beach · Dana Point · San Juan Capistrano · Rancho Santa Margarita · Ladera Ranch · San Clemente
VISIT US
Under an Hour from Laguna Hills
Our yard is at 2081 Elevado Road in Vista, about 51 miles from Laguna Hills.
It is a straight run down I-5, then a short hop inland. Expect under an hour.
FAQ
Laguna Hills Fruit Tree FAQs
Is there a fruit tree nursery near Laguna Hills?
Yes. Our Vista nursery is about 55 minutes south on I-5.
What fruit trees grow on Laguna Hills slopes?
Avocado, mango and citrus do well on sunny, well-drained slopes.
How do I water a fruit tree on a hillside?
Build a small basin on the downhill side. Water slowly and deeply while roots establish.
How far is Laguna Hills from Vista?
About 51 miles, usually under an hour.
Do you deliver to Laguna Hills?
No. We are pickup only, and our team helps load your vehicle.
Do you carry rare tropical fruit trees?
Yes. We grow jaboticaba, wax jambu, longan and lychee, among others.
Can I visit on a Sunday?
Yes. Sunday hours are 10am–4pm. We are closed Mondays.
What payment do you take?
Cash and major credit cards. A 4% surcharge applies to card purchases.
A Short Drive to Better Fruit Trees
Under an hour from Laguna Hills. Come walk the rows this weekend.