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.

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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.

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Seeds, Seeds, Seeds, and More Seeds

  • Writer: Maple Leaf Farms
    Maple Leaf Farms
  • Mar 29
  • 3 min read

Flowers, Herbs, Vegetables, and More Ready for Planting Season

Spring has officially begun, and one of the most exciting parts of the season is finally here at Maple Leaf Farms.


Seeds are in, and the selection is loaded.


If you are planning your garden this year, whether it is your first time or something you do every season, this is where it all starts.


Right now, we have a massive variety of seeds available, covering everything from bright flowering plants to fresh herbs and full vegetable gardens.

This is the time to get ahead of the season and start strong.


Seed Rack at maple leaf farms

A Huge Selection of Seeds for Every Type of Garden


Walking through our seed display, you will quickly see one thing.

You have options. A lot of them.


We carry a wide range of seed types, including:

• Flower seeds

• Herb seeds

• Vegetable seeds

• Pollinator-friendly plants

• Heirloom varieties

• Unique and specialty selections


Whether you want color, food, or a mix of both, you will find what you are looking for.



Flower Seeds That Bring Your Garden to Life

If your goal is color, texture, and visual impact, our flower seed selection delivers.

You will find classic favorites like:

• Sunflowers

• Zinnias

• Morning glories

• Daisies

• Nasturtium

• Forget-me-nots


These are plants that grow strong, bloom beautifully, and completely transform a garden space.


They are perfect for:

• Garden beds

• Borders

• Containers

• Pollinator gardens


Plant them early, and you will have color all season long.


Herbs You Can Grow Right at Home

There is nothing better than stepping outside and cutting fresh herbs straight from your garden.


We carry a variety of herb seeds that are simple to grow and extremely rewarding.

Perfect for:

• Cooking

• Container gardening

• Kitchen gardens

• Beginners


Growing herbs from seed is one of the easiest ways to get started, and it pays off fast.


Vegetable Seeds for a Productive Season

If you are planning a vegetable garden this year, now is the time to get everything ready.


We have a strong selection of vegetable seeds, including popular garden staples and specialty varieties.


Growing your own vegetables gives you:

• Better flavor

• More control over quality

• A more rewarding gardening experience


Whether you are planting a few containers or a full backyard garden, starting with quality seeds makes all the difference.



Quality Matters, And It Shows

Not all seeds are the same.

At Maple Leaf Farms, we carry seeds that are selected for quality, reliability, and performance.


Our selection includes:

• Non-GMO seeds

• Organic options

• USDA quality standards

• Imported Italian seed varieties

• Heirloom selections


This means better germination, stronger plants, and better results overall.

When you start with good seed, everything else becomes easier.



Endless Variety, Something for Everyone

One of the best parts about shopping seeds in person is seeing the full range of options.


Different colors. Different growth habits. Different varieties.


You might come in looking for one thing and leave with a full garden plan.

That is part of the experience.


You are not limited to a small selection like online shopping. You can compare, explore, and find exactly what works for you.



Why Starting Early Matters

Timing is everything when it comes to planting.

Starting early gives your plants:

• A stronger root system

• Better growth

• Higher success rates

• Earlier harvests and blooms


Waiting too long means playing catch up all season.

Right now is the perfect window to get started.



A Garden Center Experience, Not Just a Purchase

When you visit Maple Leaf Farms, you are not just buying seeds.

You are walking into a space filled with:

• Ideas

• Inspiration

• Variety

• Knowledge


You can see what is coming in, what is growing, and what is possible for your own space.


Our team is always here to help, whether you are new to gardening or have been doing it for years.



Visit Maple Leaf Farms and Start Your Season Right

Seeds are one of the simplest ways to get into gardening, and one of the most rewarding.


Right now, the selection is at its best.


The variety is strong.


And the season is just getting started.


Come visit Maple Leaf Farms in Manalapan NJ, explore the full seed display, and start planning your garden today.

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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.