Maple Leaf Farms - Garden Center & Country Store in Manalapan, NJ
Welcome to Maple Leaf Farms, your local destination for premium plants, trees, shrubs, perennials, garden decor, mulch, and expert horticulture support in Central New Jersey. Our extensive plant nursery offers high-quality Emerald Green Arborvitae, Green Giant Arborvitae, Boxwoods, Hydrangeas, Rhododendrons, Viburnums, Crape Myrtles, Japanese Maples, and hundreds of seasonal varieties. Whether you're a landscaper, homeowner, or DIY gardener, we serve both retail and wholesale needs with unbeatable prices and massive inventory.
We specialize in horticulture support, offering custom landscape designs, consultations, plant selection guidance, and site-appropriate recommendations. From perennials and ornamental grasses to flowering trees and privacy hedges, we help you build long-lasting, vibrant landscapes that thrive in the Northeast. Our knowledgeable team includes certified horticulture professionals and landscape designers who can work with you directly or coordinate with your contractor.
Visit our rustic country store for home and garden decor, seasonal goods, soil amendments, fertilizers, bagged mulch, and more. Our farm hosts seasonal events, family attractions, fall festivals, and Christmas markets with hayrides, photo ops, and specialty gifts. Our mission: deliver horticulture with heart, expertise, and unbeatable value. Stop by today or explore our services online.
Services we offer:
Retail & Wholesale Plant Sales
Landscape Design Services
Tree & Shrub Installation
Local Plant Delivery (Flat Rate)
Soil, Stone, and Mulch Delivery
Custom Garden & Planting Consultations
Our plants include arborvitae, boxwoods, hollies, azaleas, rhododendrons, hydrangeas, ornamental grasses, perennials, roses, flowering trees, Japanese maples, fruit trees, native plants, pollinator plants, shade trees, flowering shrubs, evergreen screening trees, and much more. Stop in and experience why Maple Leaf Farms is Central New Jersey’s top-rated garden center, trusted by landscapers and home gardeners alike.
Popular categories: Emerald Green Arborvitae, Green Giant Arborvitae, Boxwood Varieties, Hydrangeas (Endless Summer, Limelight, Little Lime), Perennials (Catmint, Salvia, Coral Bells, Black Eyed Susan), Grasses (Maiden Grass, Karl Foerster, Zebra Grass), Trees (Red Maples, Dogwoods, Serviceberry, Kousa Dogwood, Cherry Trees), and Seasonal Flowers (Pansies, Petunias, Marigolds).
New Jersey’s Premier Wholesale Nursery, Garden Center & Plant Specialist
Maple Leaf Farms is your one-stop horticulture destination in New Jersey for everything related to trees, shrubs, perennials, privacy plants, native plants, tropicals, houseplants, and decorative garden products. We serve both retail and wholesale customers, with one of the most diverse and complete selections of plant material in Central NJ. Whether you’re planting a new landscape, adding privacy to your yard, or sourcing plant material for commercial jobs, Maple Leaf Farms delivers value, quality, and expert guidance you can trust.
We are known for our high-volume stock of arborvitae, including 6-10 ft Green Giants, Emerald Green Arborvitae, Nigra Arborvitae, and Degroot’s Spire – available by the dozen or in bulk for privacy hedges. Landscapers, municipalities, property developers, and homeowners turn to us for affordable wholesale pricing and consistent availability.
Looking for perennials and native plants? Our native plant selection includes Echinacea (Coneflower), Rudbeckia (Black Eyed Susan), Baptisia, Bee Balm, Asters, Coreopsis, Amsonia, and Solidago – all grown to thrive in the Northeast. We also carry native ornamental grasses, ferns, and sedges. Our pollinator and butterfly gardens feature Buddleia (Butterfly Bush), Milkweed, Yarrow, and more. Each perennial is selected for bloom time, durability, and its ability to support bees, butterflies, and birds.
Inside our greenhouse, you’ll find a curated collection of houseplants including Peace Lilies, Snake Plants, ZZ Plants, Ficus, Dracaena, Palms, Philodendron, Pothos, Alocasia, and rare collector varieties. Whether you’re furnishing an office, home, or storefront, our healthy, established tropical and indoor plants are ready to impress.
In addition to retail-ready material, we specialize in sourcing large caliper specimen trees and field-grown material. We offer on-site pickup or flat-rate delivery with experienced loaders and the ability to assist contractors with large-scale planting jobs. Our country store complements our outdoor sales yard with fertilizers, soil conditioners, mulch, and garden products. And our seasonal farm events bring in thousands of visitors each year for festivals, farm fun, and live entertainment.
Don’t settle for average. Discover why Maple Leaf Farms is the trusted name in NJ for wholesale plants, horticulture expertise, and personalized customer service.
Fall Fun Fest NJ | Train Rides, Live Country Music & Bull Riding | Maple Leaf Farms
📅 2026 Fall Fun Fest Dates & Hours
Open Every Saturday & Sunday
OPENING WEEKEND : SEPTEMBER 12th. 2026
LAST DAY : OCTOBER 31st 2026
Open Yom Kippur & Columbus Day
Monday, September 21st & Monday, October 12, 2026
Event Hours
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Last entry to Fall Fun Fest is at 4:00 PM.
All tickets are sold at the door. No online ticket sales.
Pumpkin Picking, Corn Maze, Bull Riding & Family Activities
🍁 A Fun-Filled Fall Experience for the Whole Family! 🍁
Get ready for the ultimate autumn adventure at Maple Leaf Farms Fall Fun Fest in Manalapan, New Jersey! Bring your family and friends for a full day of pumpkin picking, farm attractions, live entertainment, our corn maze, bull riding show, pig races, country music, and more than 30 family-friendly fall activities.
From the pumpkin patch to the rodeo arena, there is something happening throughout the farm all day long.
Pumpkin Patch entry is included with Fall Fun Fest admission.
Pumpkins are purchased separately and priced by the pound based on the pumpkins you pick.
Explore the pumpkin patch, find your perfect pumpkins, and make pumpkin picking part of your Fall Fun Fest experience.
🎪 Over 30 Fall Fun Fest Activities
Fall Fun Fest is packed with farm attractions, games, play areas, rides, photo opportunities, and activities for the whole family.
Hayrides • Corn Maze • Pillow Jump • Kiddie Pillow Jump • Zip Line • Pedal Karts • Tiny Trike Track
• Barnyard Animal Push Races • Farm Animals • Animal Playground • Goat Mountain • Tire Mountain
• Monster Truck Slide • Farm Truck Slide • Boat Yard Playground • Hay Maze • Corn Tunnel • Charlotte’s Spiderweb • Hay Climbing • Corn Crib • Bouncing Pen • Jumping Pony Pen • Pumpkin Bowling • Rubber Duck Races • Backhoe Play Yard • Sandboxes & Sand Crane Play Area • Wooden Train Photo Op
• Wooden Tractor Swing • Tractor Swings • Barn & Silo Swing • Horse Tire Swings • Seesaws • Horse Roping & Lasso Station • Hamster Wheel • Spinning Wheel • Tunnel & Wheel Spinners • Post Pounder
• Hammer Pounders • Gravity Wagon Basketball • Corn Hole • Bean Bag Toss • Bumblebee Tunnel
• Observation Bridge • Beehive House Photo Ops • Fall Photo Ops • Picnic Areas • Hand Washing Stations Throughout the Farm • Pumpkin Family Show • And More!
Additional Ticketed Attractions: Train Rides • Gold Mining • Corn Cannon Scheduled Entertainment: Pig Races • Bull Riding / Rodeo Show • Live Country Music.
🔥 Live Entertainment
Live entertainment takes place throughout the day at Fall Fun Fest.
🐷 Pig Races
12:00 PM • 1:30 PM • 3:30 PM
🤠 Live Bull Riding Rodeo Show
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
🎶 Live Country Music
Enjoy live country music throughout the day until approximately 3:00 PM.
🎟️ Additional Activities
The following attractions require an additional fee and are not included with general Fall Fun Fest admission.
🚂 Train Rides – $6 Per Person
⛏️ Gold Mining – $5 Per Person
🎯 Corn Cannon – $6 Per Person
🍔 Food & Drinks
Come hungry!
A full menu of food, snacks, treats, water, soft drinks, and sugar-free drink options will be available for purchase throughout the event.
For everyone's safety and enjoyment, outside food and drinks are not permitted inside Fall Fun Fest.
🚻 Guest Amenities
Amenities are available throughout the Fall Fun Fest grounds to help make your visit more comfortable.
• Baby Changing Area
• Handwashing Stations
• Portable Restrooms
• Seating Areas
• Shaded Seating Areas
• Seating Under Awnings
• Open-Air Seating Areas
⏰ Important Arrival & Closing Information
Last entry to Fall Fun Fest is at 4:00 PM.
We strongly recommend arriving by 3:30 PM or earlier for a better experience and enough time to enjoy the event. Fall Fun Fest is a large event with activities spread throughout the farm, and guests arriving close to last entry may not have enough time to experience everything.
All Fall Fun Fest activities close at 4:00 PM.
❓ Fall Fun Fest Frequently Asked Questions
Are pets allowed?
No. Pets are not permitted inside Fall Fun Fest.
Can we bring food or drinks?
Outside food and drinks are not permitted. Food, snacks, water, soft drinks, and sugar-free drink options are available for purchase during the event.
Can I buy tickets online?
No. All Fall Fun Fest admission tickets are sold at the entrance when you arrive.
What should we wear?
Fall Fun Fest takes place on a farm. Comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor farm terrain are strongly recommended.
Are all activities included with admission?
Most Fall Fun Fest activities are included with admission. Train rides, gold mining, and the corn cannon require an additional fee.
Is pumpkin picking included?
Access to the pumpkin patch is included with Fall Fun Fest admission. The pumpkins you pick are purchased separately by the pound.
📍 Visit Maple Leaf Farms Fall Fun Fest
525 US-9 South
Manalapan, NJ 07726
732-851-4400
🍂 Make Maple Leaf Farms Part of Your Fall Tradition
Spend the day pumpkin picking, exploring the corn maze, watching live pig races and bull riding, listening to country music, enjoying farm activities, and making fall memories with family and friends.
Fall Fun Fest at Maple Leaf Farms brings together pumpkin picking, live entertainment, farm attractions, and more than 30 activities in one Central New Jersey fall destination.
We look forward to seeing you at the farm!
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We’re open year-round, 7 days a week. Family-owned, customer-trusted. Serving Manalapan, Freehold, Marlboro, Howell, Colts Neck, Old Bridge, Jackson, Monroe, and all of Central New Jersey.
Thank you for choosing Maple Leaf Farms – Growing with Passion, Rooted in Tradition.
Serving New Jersey With the Widest Selection of Plants
From our extensive selection of landscape shrubs such as Boxwoods, Hollies, Viburnum, Spirea, Forsythia, and Hydrangea to our towering shade trees like Oaks, Maples, Birch, and Redbuds, we offer premium-grade nursery stock at pricing that reflects our grower-direct approach. Homeowners come from all over the tri-state region because we carry large, mature plants at lower prices than big box stores.
Maple Leaf Farms is also the go-to source for businesses seeking commercial planting solutions. We carry DOT-approved trees, deer-resistant options, and drought-tolerant species. We offer bulk flat pricing on hundreds of shrubs and perennials and stock top brands like Proven Winners, Monrovia, First Editions, and hand-selected growers.
Our team includes certified horticulturists and plant specialists who provide free in-store consultations and paid design services for advanced projects. Whether you need curb appeal, foundation coverage, color through the seasons, or solutions for wet, shady, or rocky areas, we’ll help you build a custom plant list that performs. From new construction to historic restoration, we’re with you from soil to success.
Visit Maple Leaf Farms at 525 Route 9 South, Manalapan, NJ. Call us at 732-851-4400 or email mapleleaffarmsnj@gmail.com. Open daily from 9AM to 5PM. Check out our inventory in person – we do not sell online. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for live inventory updates, garden inspiration, and event news.
