NATS Nursery Ltd. - Native Plants

This project came to us from Alex Nataros, who is a remote northern Vancouver Island doctor. He was looking for something unique and, as much as possible, was a reflection of him, providing a place to unwind and meditate. We were given full freedom for the design from layout, products used, plant assemblage and inspiration….

NATS is so proud to share that we have received our AgSafeBC COR! The Certificate of Recognition (COR) is offered by WorkSafeBC and delivered through AgSafeBC. It recognizes businesses who have agricultural occupational health and safety plans that exceed regulatory requirements. COR recognition is earned by employers who successfully meet and pass a set of…

We would like to Welcome some new and returning staff, and Well Wishes to another! Warm Welcome to… Jennifer Adhika is back from maternity leave! Previously the Starter Plant Sales Manager, Jennifer is back in a modified role called Special Projects Coordinator. She will be working remotely and part-time. Special Projects include assisting in Custom…

The 2 Billion Trees program aims to motivate and support new tree planting projects. Over the next 10 years, up to $3.2 billion will be invested in tree planting efforts to support provinces, territories, Indigenous organizations, third-party organizations (for and not-for-profit), and provincial/territorial governments to plant two billion trees across Canada. Since 1988, NATS Nursery…

There are many types of green roofs, which is why a one-size-fits-all approach to plant selection isn’t always best. Every green roof environment is unique and ranges in light levels, moisture, wind shear, and sunlight exposure. That is why it is important to examine the needs of each project to aid in the selection of…

What a sight to behold while staring out one’s office window. Nestled between the headwaters of the Green River and the Cheakamus backcountry, this delightful Whistler green roof captures an ever-changing pallet of colourful hues and pollinator habitat. Forming the backdrop are the iconic giants of this enchanting, rugged terrain. The plant selection included a…

A significant push to create greener spaces for primary, secondary, and post-secondary students is underway in Canada. Green roofs have far-reaching benefits for students and faculty as they provide unique learning opportunities, and nurture a relationship to the biophysical world. This recently installed LiveRoof embraces a blooming, native plant meadow that supports bee habitat and…

The Creekside residential LiveRoof project near Revelstoke, British Columbia adds new meaning to being at one with nature. This unique green roof boasts beautiful native plant species, including Aster subspicatus (Douglas Aster), Brodiaea hyacinthina (Fool’s Onion), Allium schoenoprasm, Penstemon davidsonii, and iconic Castilleja miniata (Paintbrush)