FRUIT TREES FOR WESTWOOD & THE WESTSIDE
Mature Fruit Trees for Westwood Homes, Yards and Patios
Westwood homeowners drive to our Vista nursery for fruit trees with real size and character.
We grow mature trees up to 40 years old, plus compact varieties for patios and smaller lots.
Patio-size to 40-year-old trees
Compact picks for condo balconies
Rare tropicals, grown in Vista
Easy load-and-go pickup
AT A GLANCE
A Specialty Fruit Tree Nursery Worth the Drive from Westwood
We grow fruit trees on our own land in Vista, from patio sizes to towering specimens.
Westwood customers like that they can see every tree before buying.
Westwood Visit Checklist
We are at 2081 Elevado Road in Vista, around 109 miles from Westwood.
The trip takes about two hours.
Come by Tuesday–Saturday 9–4 or Sunday 10–4.
Smaller trees may fit an SUV; larger ones need a truck.
Call 760-434-5085 with questions.
WHY IT’S WORTH THE DRIVE
Why Westwood Gardeners Make the Drive
Skip years of waiting. Plant a tree that already looks at home.
LONGEST RUNNING
A Nursery With Real Roots
We have grown fruit trees longer than anyone in Southern California. Westwood clients get that know-how on every visit.
40 YEARS
Mature Trees, Instant Shade and Fruit
Our largest trees reach up to 40 years old. Many are fruiting when you take them home.
PATIO-READY
Great Picks for Smaller Lots
Container-grown trees suit condo patios and tight yards. Citrus, fig and kumquat stay compact in pots.
RARE
Hard-to-Find Tropical Varieties
Find lychee, longan, jaboticaba and dragon fruit that Westside garden centers rarely stock.
FEATURED TREES
Compact Fruit Trees for Westwood Patios and Small Yards
Westwood gardens are often a balcony, a courtyard or a narrow side yard.
These varieties stay manageable and still fruit well in containers.
Availability changes often. Check our inventory or call 760-434-5085 before you make the drive.
MINIATURE PEACH
Honey Babe and Bonanza Miniature Peaches
Genetic miniature peaches top out at a size that fits a large patio pot. Honey Babe has firm, sweet yellow flesh. Bonanza Miniature blooms bright pink in spring. Both are bred for warm winters like Westwood's.
In our yard: Honey Babe Miniature, Bonanza Miniature, Desert Gold, Santa Barbara
MINIATURE NECTARINE
Nectar Babe and Southern Belle Dwarf
Nectar Babe is a natural dwarf with full-size fruit. It pairs well with Pix Zee, and we carry the two grafted together on one tree. Southern Belle Dwarf is another compact choice for a sunny balcony.
In our yard: Nectar Babe Miniature, Southern Belle Dwarf, 2-in-1 Nectar Babe/Pix Zee, Panamint
LEMON & LIME
Meyer Lemon and Bearss Lime in Pots
Container citrus is the most useful tree a condo cook can own. Meyer lemon is sweeter and less acidic than store lemons. Bearss lime is nearly seedless. Kaffir lime gives fragrant leaves for Thai cooking.
In our yard: Meyer, Lisbon, Pink Lemonade, Bearss Lime, Kaffir Lime, Mexican Lime
KUMQUAT & CALAMONDIN
Nagami Kumquat and Calamondin
These two stay small and bear heavy loads of bite-size fruit. Nagami kumquat is eaten whole, peel and all. Calamondin makes a tart, bright juice. Both look tidy year-round in a glazed pot.
In our yard: Nagami Kumquat, Fukushu Kumquat, Calamondin
BLUEBERRY
Low-Chill Blueberries for Containers
Southern highbush blueberries do well in pots with acidic soil mix. Plant two varieties, such as Misty and Jewel, for better pollination and bigger crops. They give spring flowers, summer fruit and red fall color.
In our yard: O'Neal, Star, Jewel, Misty, Jubilee, Southmoon
BANANA
Dwarf Apple and Enano Gigante Bananas
A banana plant turns a small Westwood patio into a tropical retreat fast. Enano Gigante is a dwarf Cavendish type. Dwarf Apple bananas have a tangy, apple-like flavor. Give them wind shelter and steady water.
In our yard: Enano Gigante, Dwarf Apple, Ice Cream, Lady Finger, Raja Puri
SIZES & BUYING
Sizing a Tree for a Westwood Balcony or Courtyard
Small spaces need the right container size. These are the basics before you visit.
POT SIZES
Start Small or Go Big
A few varieties come in 5 gallon pots, which suit balconies with weight limits.
Most trees start at 15 gallon. Courtyards can take 24 inch boxes or larger.
CONTAINER LIFE
Pots Keep Trees Manageable
Container growing keeps a tree smaller for longer while it still fruits.
If you move apartments, your tree can move with you. Our growers explain how.
WHEN IT FRUITS
Fruit Sooner Than You Think
Many trees on our lot are already fruiting age.
Others usually start bearing two to three years after planting, once roots settle in.
PICKUP
Fits in a Car? We Will Load It
Small trees ride fine in an SUV with the seats folded down.
Our crew loads them for you. You handle tie-downs for the drive home.
OUR FRUIT TREES
Every Fruit Tree We Grow for Westwood Gardens
Westwood buyers often need trees that fit a patio as well as a yard.
We note compact picks below; every variety links to full sizes.
Tropical & Subtropical Fruit Trees
For Westwood patios, try dragon fruit and passion fruit on a trellis. Yards can handle avocado.
Citrus Trees
Kumquat and dwarf lemon are the top balcony picks near UCLA.
Berries & Vines
Blueberries grow well in pots with the right soil mix.
Flowering Trees
Plumeria in a big pot brings tropical color to a Wilshire condo.
GROWING GUIDE
Fruit Trees That Thrive in Westwood
Westwood sits close enough to the ocean for mild winters and cool mornings.
YARDS
Single-Family Homes
Mild coastal influence with very little frost.
Good picks: avocado, citrus, cherimoya, guava, loquat and fig.
PATIOS & BALCONIES
Condos Along Wilshire
Sun matters more than space. A large pot and six hours of sun go far.
Good picks: dwarf citrus, kumquat, fig, dragon fruit and passion fruit.
HILLSIDE LOTS
Holmby Hills & North Westwood
Better drainage and more sun, with cooler air in low spots.
Good picks: persimmon, pomegranate, macadamia, citrus and sapote.
WESTWOOD & UCLA AREA
Small-Space Fruit Trees Near UCLA and Westwood Village
Many homes around UCLA and Westwood Village have patios, not big lawns.
Our miniature peaches, Nectar Babe nectarines and potted Meyer lemons were made for that.
Near the Hammer Museum and the Wilshire corridor, high-rise balconies get strong sun.
Kumquats, calamondins and blueberries handle that exposure in containers.
Nearby Areas We Serve
Westwood Village · Holmby Hills · Wilshire Corridor · Bel Air · Brentwood · Beverly Hills · Century City · West Los Angeles · Sawtelle · Cheviot Hills · Santa Monica · Pacific Palisades
VISIT US
From Westwood Village to Our Growing Grounds
Our nursery sits at 2081 Elevado Road in Vista, about 109 miles from Westwood.
Head south on I-405 to I-5, then turn inland at Oceanside. Plan on two hours.
FAQ
Westwood Fruit Tree FAQs
Where can Westwood residents buy unusual fruit trees?
We grow rare and mature fruit trees in Vista, about two hours south of Westwood.
Can I grow fruit on a Westwood balcony?
Yes. Kumquat, dwarf lemon and fig produce well in large pots with six hours of sun.
Will a small fruit tree fit in my car?
Patio-size trees often fit in an SUV. Larger trees need a pickup or trailer.
How far is your nursery from UCLA?
We are about 109 miles from Westwood, roughly two hours by car.
Do you ship trees to Westwood?
No. All trees are picked up at our Vista nursery.
Which fruit trees grow fastest?
Fig, passion fruit and dragon fruit establish quickly. Buying mature trees saves even more time.
Do I need to call before visiting?
No appointment is needed. Call ahead if you want a specific variety held.
When are you open?
We are open Tuesday through Saturday 9am–4pm and Sunday 10am–4pm.
Grow Fruit in Westwood
Come find the right tree for your yard or balcony. We will help you choose.