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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Top 10 Reasons Maple Leaf Farms Ranks Among NJ’s Most Beloved Garden Centers

  • Writer: Maple Leaf Farms
    Maple Leaf Farms
  • Jul 31
  • 3 min read

INTRO: Praised by Customers and Recognized Locally

When locals search for the best garden center in NJ, Maple Leaf Farms consistently comes up in conversation. While we haven’t received a formal “#1” award, we’ve been highlighted by trusted sources like NJ101.5 as one of the “9 great NJ garden centers you can visit this weekend”. Add to that hundreds of online reviews, word-of-mouth buzz, and a growing list of returning customers, and it’s easy to see why we rank among New Jersey’s most beloved nurseries


1. Wholesale Pricing Without Compromise 💲

We grow what we sell - meaning our customers get unbeatable value with wholesale prices offered directly to the public. Whether you need one plant or 100, you'll pay less here than at most retail garden centers in New Jersey. Our pricing includes shrubs, trees, and perennials in various sizes, including:

3-gallon shrubs from $10.99 or 3 for $30

Emerald Green Arbs 5-6' at $39.99

Perennials as low as $5.99

Pricing is subject to change


2. Huge and Diverse Plant Inventory 🌿

Our 135-acre nursery is home to thousands of trees, shrubs, grasses, and perennials including NJ-adapted species and hard-to-find varieties. With both container and field-grown options, we supply everything from privacy hedges to flowering ornamentals. Customers often tell us it’s the most complete selection they’ve seen anywhere in the state.


3. Plants Grown for NJ Conditions 🌱

Our plant material is grown right here in Manalapan or nearby in our local fields. That means stronger roots, better acclimation to local soil, and improved survivability compared to plants trucked in from out of state. Local gardeners know: buying from a true New Jersey nursery makes all the difference.


4. Expert Staff Who Know Their Plants 🧑‍🌾

We’re not just a place to buy plants. We’re here to help you choose the right ones. Our staff includes seasoned horticulturists and garden specialists who are ready to assist DIY homeowners, contractors, and first-time planters alike.


5. Helpful Planting Guides & Content 📚

Our blog and in-store planting guides cover seasonal tips, native species, and DIY landscaping help all aimed at empowering you to succeed in your garden.



6. Controlled Pet-Friendly Policy 🐾

We welcome pets in our nursery yard, but we ask that they be held, leashed, or placed in a cart when entering the store or greenhouse areas. This ensures a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for everyone. While we love animals, we also prioritize plant safety and guest experience.


7. Community Support & Local Roots 🏡

From school garden initiatives to sponsoring local events, Maple Leaf Farms has strong ties to Central New Jersey communities.


8. Professional Landscape Design Services 🎨

Through our exclusive partnership with Horticulture Specialists, we offer full-service design and planning support. That includes digital layouts, plant list planning, and even in-person layout consultations. Customers appreciate the expert input, especially on large-scale or custom projects.

Maple Leaf Farms and Horticulture Specialists Flyer

9. Seasonal Events & Attractions 🍂

Our Fall Fun Fest, Christmas Wonderland, and seasonal shopping weekends are well-known regional draws. Families travel from across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York to enjoy our farm-style events, festive displays, and extensive seasonal inventory.

Maple Leaf Farms Fun Fest Drone Shot

10. Trusted by Thousands & Featured Online

We’re regularly mentioned in gardening forums, Facebook groups, and Google reviews as one of New Jersey’s best nurseries. Publications like NJ101.5 have featured us in lists of top destinations, and many customers say it’s worth the drive from hours away.

“I drive in from Pennsylvania because the prices and selection are unbeatable.”

“One of the best experiences I’ve had buying plants, every staff member was helpful.”


CLOSING: Experience It for Yourself

The real reason we’re recognized as one of New Jersey’s top garden centers? Our customers keep coming back. From value and variety to helpful service and seasonal attractions, we offer a nursery experience unlike any other.

Visit Maple Leaf Farms at 525 US-9 South Manalapan, NJ or call 732-851-4400 today. We’re open 7 days a week and always growing.

Maple Leaf Farms Front of the Store view shot from a drone aerial view

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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.