Spring Plant Sales List
From Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO):
Mark your calendars! These upcoming sales are your chance to grab native plants, trees, and even veggies at budget-friendly prices. Many offer online pre-orders, so be sure to check each link for the details.
Can’t make it to a sale? No worries—you can still find great options through local native plant retailers. We’ve got a list of local native plant suppliers ready for you, and so does the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, with a handy statewide guide broken down by region.
Lake Country School Plant Sale
May 7–8 • Lake Country School (3755 Pleasant Ave), Minneapolis
“The LCS Plant Sale is a family-driven fundraiser and community-building event that takes place every spring. We source organically grown Land School vegetables, herbs, and flowers planted from seed and cared for by the Land School staff and LCS students throughout the growing cycle. We also offer a variety of plants and flowers native to Minnesota, annuals, perennials, and hanging baskets grown organically by Glacial Ridge.”
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Plant Sale
May 8–9 @ 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Chanhassen
“Shop for plants selected by Minnesota Landscape Arboretum horticultural experts at this annual sale featuring a fabulous selection of annuals, perennials, fruits, vegetables, herbs, lilies, roses, hostas, Minnesota natives, trees and several varieties of U of M-introduced apple and fruit trees, grapes, azaleas and shrubs.”
Northern Lights Plant Sale
May 8–9 @ 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • St Paul
”The Northern Lights Plant Sale is a fundraiser for the St. Paul School of Northern Lights Parent and Family Group. One hundred percent of proceeds from our plant sale support PUBLIC education at Northern Lights, a K–8 free, public charter school in Saint Paul, Minnesota.”
Friends School Plant Sale
May 8–10 @ Various Times • Falcon Heights
“Every May since 1989, on Mothers Day weekend, our little school has put on what has become one of the biggest fundraising plant sales in the U.S. This three-day sale, almost entirely run by volunteers, offers more than 2,000 plant varieties at affordable prices. And every purchase helps support a great cause — the Friends School of Minnesota.”
Anoka County Master Gardener Plant Sale
May 12 @ 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. • Anoka
“Select from over 14,000 unique plants—perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables, trees/shrubs and more! All plants are of the highest quality and affordable prices that can’t be beat. Thre’s no better place to stock up for the coming growing season!”
Hennepin County Master Gardener Plant Sale
May 16 @ 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Hopkins
“With over 23,000 plants available — More than ever before! This is one of the largest plant sales in Hennepin County, including perennials, annuals, native species, vegetables, herbs, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand to answer your questions and help you find the right plants for your space. Bring a wagon to carry your finds and enjoy free parking while you shop!”
Burnsville Native Plant Market
May 16 @ 9 a.m. – Noon•Burnsville
“The City of Burnsville’s annual spring Native Plant Market encourages people to grow native plants in their yards. Burnsville and non-Burnsville residents are welcome to attend! This year’s event will be held on 126th Street next to Nicollet Commons Park, with some vendors offering pre-orders. Dakota Valley Recycling is also hosting a garden tool swap is alongside the plant market so bring your unneeded tools or garden supplies.”
Ramsey County Master Gardeners Plant Sale
May 16 @ 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Maplewood
“The Ramsey County Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale offers a vibrant array of perennials, annuals, herbs and vegetables grown by Master Gardener volunteers and select local wholesale growers.”
Washington County Master Gardeners Plant Sale & Garden Expo
May 16 @ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Lake Elmo
“Come explore an abundance of sprouts and seedlings to add to gardens and planters this summer. Plants are either grown by Master Gardener volunteers or purchased from local plant nurseries. The plants are cultivated without pesticides and grown in sterile potting soil to prevent the spread of jumping worms, a recent invasive pest in our state. Choose from hundreds of varieties of plants including annuals and perennials, native and prairie plants, monarch and pollinator favorites, grasses, shade loving plants, and vegetables including heirloom tomatoes and herbs.”
Big River Big Woods Native Plant Sale
May 30–31 @ 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Shoreview
”The Northern Holler Native Plant Sale offers a relaxed, garage sale–style alternative to large plant sales, featuring over 50 species of native wildflowers, grasses, sedges, and ferns, along with pre-made pollinator flats and a variety of tree and shrub seedlings that support birds and pollinators. All plants are first-come, first-serve, with discounted 3-packs and 6-packs available. Located just east of Mounds View High School off Lake Valentine Road, this two-day event supports the Wild Ones Big River Big Woods Chapter in Roseville and St. Paul.”