FireWise Plant Nursery

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Your Local Source for Resilient, Regionally Appropriate Plants

Coming soon to Boulder, the Front Range FireWise Botanical Garden’s retail nursery will offer something our community has long needed: a dedicated source for beautiful, drought-tolerant, and fire-adapted plants—thoughtfully selected for life along the Front Range.

With only one small retail nursery currently operating in Boulder, and with Colorado set to eliminate new non-functional turfgrass by 2028, the time is right for a new kind of nursery. One rooted in ecology, climate adaptation, and purposeful design. We’re here to meet that need.

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Rooted in Resilience

Our nursery isn’t just about selling plants—it’s about helping people reimagine what a Colorado landscape can be. Whether you're looking to create a defensible space around your home, convert turf to habitat, or design a stunning low-water garden, we’re here to guide and supply you with the right plants—and the knowledge to use them well.

What You’ll Find

We specialize in plants that bring structure, color, and ecological value to the landscape without compromising on resilience. Each plant we carry is chosen for its ability to thrive in Colorado’s high-altitude climate, support pollinators, and reduce wildfire risk.

Cold-Hardy Cacti & Succulents

Sculptural and tough, these plants thrive in sun and snow alike. Expect to find standout selections like the Walk in Beauty series of hybrid prickly pears (Opuntia), the compact and rugged Utah Agave (Agave utahensis), and an array of colorful Sedum varieties that add texture and year-round appeal.

Drought-Tolerant Perennials

Our pollinator-friendly perennials offer vibrant color and reliable performance in even the driest conditions. Choose from butterfly-attracting milkweeds, fragrant hummingbird mints (Agastache), and the airy, pink-flowering Undaunted® Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia reverchonii), a standout for both texture and late-season beauty.

FireWise Shrubs & Small Trees

For form, shade, and resilience, we offer a smart selection of woody plants including the adaptable Serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia), evergreen Manzanita (Arctostaphylos spp.) with its signature red bark, and the striking Arizona Cypress (Cupressus arizonica ‘PSFLEX’), a Plant Select® cultivar prized for both fire resistance and beauty.

Dwarf & Architectural Conifers

Slow-growing and structurally refined, these evergreens provide year-round interest and fire-safe design flexibility. Look for gems like the rare ‘Wilson’ Dwarf Bristlecone Pine (Pinus aristata ‘Wilson’) and the icy-blue ‘Blue Jazz’ Single-Needle Pine (Pinus monophylla ‘Blue Jazz’), perfect for compact landscapes and modern aesthetics.

Sculptural Character Trees

We offer small trees pruned for clarity, structure, and artistry—ideal for defensible landscapes. These include Redbud species (Cercis spp.) for spring blooms and branching elegance, the upright ‘City Park’ Single-Needle Pine (Pinus monophylla ‘City Park’), and the striking Blue Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica ‘Glauca’), all of which provide architectural interest while maintaining a clean, fire-conscious canopy.

Coming Soon

Our nursery will grow in phases, starting with seasonal pop-ups and plant sales, and expanding into a full-scale, permanent nursery onsite at the Front Range FireWise Botanical Garden. Sign up for updates to learn about our soft launch, plant availability, workshops, and exclusive pre-order opportunities.

Tough. Beautiful. Ecologically grounded.
That’s the FireWise way.