
Gopher Tortoise
Relocating gopher tortoises is one of our specialties. Let us help you preserve your environment.
Our specialtySpecializing in locally grown trees, shrubs, and flowers… especially flowers that attract butterflies.





We are the Natives of Corkscrew, and we offer environmental preserve restoration services. We specialize in lake restoration, lake enhancement, littoral shelf maintenance, and protected species management. Our primary focus is on gopher tortoise services, but we also work with other native species.
We have a deep understanding of the natural world and use our knowledge to restore balance where it has been lost. We offer our services to individuals, businesses, organizations, and government agencies. If you are looking for someone to help protect and enhance your natural resources, we are the team for you.
Planning ahead is key. With contract growing, all of your plant needs are fulfilled according to specification, on time and within budget.
Browse what’s in the ground at the nursery today. Inventory changes often, so call or text to confirm quantities for your project.
FDEP determinations, preserve and lake monitoring, FWC permitting and a licensed mangrove trimmer.

Relocating gopher tortoises is one of our specialties. Let us help you preserve your environment.
Our specialty
We are licensed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to perform burrowing owl permitting.
FWC licensed
We specialize in restoring and enhancing local environments, preserving and restoring ecosystems, and restoring environmental preserves.

From preserving our delicate ecosystems to exotic vegetation removal, we have all your needs covered.
Exotic removal & maintenanceProtect the habitat and you protect everything that depends on it. A few of the neighbors we look after across Southwest Florida.
A keystone species. Its burrows shelter more than 350 other kinds of animals.
The longest native snake in North America, and a regular guest in gopher tortoise burrows.
One of the few owls active by day, nesting in burrows it digs in open, sandy ground.
Stands up to four feet tall, mates for life and forages in wet prairies and marshes.
Clear the exotics, replant natives, and the whole community returns, from the tortoise up.
Many of our native Florida flowers are specifically chosen to attract butterflies and other pollinators, transforming your outdoor space into a vibrant and beautiful habitat.
Ask About Butterfly Attractors


Wonderful nursery! So glad to see a nursery with native plants. Owners are awesome. Go check this place out!Sara TiceGoogle
Super great nursery with a large variety of plants and trees. I went there looking for milkweed plants that were not treated with pesticides. Got just what I needed at a very fair price.Jason & Jami PavichGoogle
Quality plants, friendly staff and good prices… what more could you ask for?Doreen SeelyeGoogle
Professional, honest, responsible. They truly have a great work ethic. Great work guys, specially Christopher, you have been amazing.Cristian LobainaGoogle
I loved the drive out to this nursery. I enjoy unspoiled natural Florida and we got that pleasure with our trip to NOC. The folks are friendly and knowledgeable.Dawn AndrewsGoogle
Awesome service. Healthy plants. Great detailed invoice with plant purchase details. Very knowledgeable staff, recommending plants that fitted my needs.Michael NysGoogle
What a wonderful company with great customer service. The plants they delivered were excellent quality and size.Diana MullinGoogle
13321 Peace Rd, Fort Myers · Mon by appointment · Tue–Thu 9am–4pm · Fri–Sat 9am–2pm
Get directionsFlorida Statutes 373.185 and 720.3075 protect Florida-Friendly Landscaping. In general, HOAs cannot prohibit homeowners from implementing Florida-Friendly landscapes, including native planting that conserves water and supports the environment.
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| Monday | By appointment only |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 4:00pm |
| Friday | 9:00am – 2:00pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 2:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |