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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Visit One of the East Coast's Largest Garden Centers

  • Writer: Maple Leaf Farms
    Maple Leaf Farms
  • 2 days ago
  • 5 min read

More Than a Garden Center... It's a Destination

Summer is one of the most exciting times of the year at Maple Leaf Farms.

The flowers are blooming, trees are putting on fresh growth, shrubs are full of color, and our nursery is overflowing with plant material. But what many people don't realize is that Maple Leaf Farms is much more than a local garden center.

We're a destination.


For generations, families have made the trip to Maple Leaf Farms to shop, explore, relax, and experience everything our farm has to offer. Whether you're searching for the perfect tree, looking for inspiration for your landscape, shopping for gifts, or simply spending an afternoon with the family, there's always something new to discover.


Being family-owned and operated has always meant more than selling plants. It means creating a place where people enjoy visiting year after year.



Where It Grows Is Where We Sell

One thing that makes Maple Leaf Farms truly unique is simple.

We sell what we grow.

Unlike many garden centers that simply receive shipments from wholesalers, much of the plant material you see at Maple Leaf Farms is grown right here on our farm.

Literally.

Where it grows is where we sell.

With over 135 acres of nursery production, you're not just shopping from a few display tables, you're walking through one of the largest Garden Center's in New Jersey.


Many of the trees, shrubs, evergreens, and landscape plants you purchase have been cared for by our team from the very beginning.

It's something we're incredibly proud of.

Maple Leaf Farms Overview

One of the Largest Garden Centers on the East Coast

When customers visit for the first time, one of the first things they say is...

"I had no idea this place was so big."

Our nursery continues far beyond what you first see when pulling into the parking lot.


Take a stroll through our greenhouses.

Walk through rows of flowering shrubs.

Explore fields of evergreens.

Browse specimen trees, flowering trees, ornamental plants, privacy screens, shade trees, and landscape material stretching across acres of growing fields.

There is always something different around the next corner.

It's one of the reasons customers return again and again, you simply can't see everything in one visit.


Take a Walk Through the Greenhouse

The greenhouse is always changing with the seasons.

During the summer you'll find beautiful selections of:

  • Tropical plants

  • Houseplants

  • Flowering plants

  • Patio containers

  • Citrus plants

  • Indoor greenery

  • Seasonal favorites

  • Garden décor

Whether you're looking for one small plant or something that makes a statement, there's something for everyone.


Explore the Nursery Yard

Step outside and discover thousands upon thousands of landscape plants growing throughout the nursery.

Looking for privacy?

We have rows of beautiful evergreens.

Need shade?

Browse mature shade trees ready to become the next generation of your landscape.

Want color throughout the seasons?

Explore flowering shrubs, ornamental trees, and unique specimen plants that bring interest from spring through winter.

Our inventory includes an incredible selection of:

  • Evergreen trees

  • Privacy trees

  • Shade trees

  • Flowering trees

  • Japanese Maples

  • Magnolia Trees

  • Flowering Pears

  • Eastern Redbuds

  • Crape Myrtle Trees

  • Hydrangeas

  • Roses

  • Viburnums

  • Lilacs

  • Rhododendrons

  • Azaleas

  • Boxwoods

  • Hollies

  • Arborvitaes

  • Junipers

  • Hinoki Cypress

  • Dwarf Conifers

  • Specialty Evergreens

...and so much more.

No matter your landscape style, you'll find plants that fit your vision.


Discover Plants You Didn't Know Existed

The internet is a great place to start looking for landscaping ideas.

You can browse photos, watch videos, and gather inspiration for your next project.

But nothing compares to seeing plants in person.

Pictures don't always show mature size.

Videos can't capture texture, fragrance, or how plants look growing together.

One of the best parts of visiting Maple Leaf Farms is discovering plants you never even knew existed.

Maybe it's a unique dwarf conifer.

A specimen Japanese Maple.

A flowering shrub you've never seen before.

A colorful evergreen that instantly becomes your new favorite.

Some of our best-selling plants are ones customers weren't even planning to buy, they simply found them while exploring.

Sometimes the best landscape ideas aren't found online.

They're found by walking through the nursery.


More Than Trees and Shrubs

While plants are our passion, they're only part of what makes Maple Leaf Farms special.

Step inside our country store and you'll discover another side of the farm.

Browse through:

  • Country décor

  • Seasonal decorations

  • Handmade-style gifts

  • Home accents

  • American-made inspired décor

  • Garden décor

  • Candies

  • Packaged treats

  • Specialty foods

  • Gift items

  • Seasonal merchandise

Whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift, our country store has something for every season.

Many visitors stop in for plants and end up leaving with a few treasures they never expected to find.


Visit the Garden Pharmacy

Healthy plants begin with healthy roots.

Our Garden Pharmacy is stocked with products to help every gardener succeed.

You'll find:

  • Specialty potting soils

  • Bonsai soil

  • Cactus and succulent mixes

  • Houseplant soils

  • Fertilizers

  • Plant food

  • Organic products

  • Soil amendments

  • Insect control

  • Fungicides

  • Animal repellents

  • Gardening supplies

If you have questions, we're always happy to help you choose the right products for your plants.


Yes... You Can Still Plant During Summer

One of the biggest misconceptions we hear every year is:

"Isn't it too late to plant?"

Absolutely not.

Summer is still an excellent time to plant trees, shrubs, evergreens, and many other landscape plants when they're properly watered during establishment.

In fact, many homeowners complete their landscape projects during the summer because they can finally see where color, shade, privacy, and structure are needed.

Whether you're planting one shrub or redesigning an entire property, summer is still a fantastic time to get growing.


Summer Is Just the Beginning

While everyone is enjoying summer, something exciting is already happening behind the scenes.

Our team is already preparing for one of the biggest seasons of the year.

Fall.

We're busy:

  • Growing thousands of beautiful mums

  • Planting pumpkins

  • Preparing our pumpkin fields

  • Getting the corn maze ready

  • Setting up our annual Fall Fun Fest

  • Planning new displays

  • Stocking seasonal merchandise

  • Preparing fresh fall décor

Every season brings something new to Maple Leaf Farms, and fall is one of our favorites.

From pumpkins and corn stalks to hayrides, mums, decorations, and family traditions, there's always something to look forward to.

But before autumn arrives...

There's still plenty of summer left to enjoy.


Support Local. Shop Local. Grow Local.

Every visit to Maple Leaf Farms supports a local, family-owned business that has proudly served our community for years.

When you shop local, you're supporting local growers, local families, and a team that's passionate about helping you succeed.

We're proud to grow much of what we sell and even prouder to share it with our customers.


Come Spend the Day at Maple Leaf Farms

Whether you're searching for the perfect shade tree, a flowering shrub, a unique evergreen, beautiful country décor, gardening supplies, or simply looking for a fun afternoon with the family, Maple Leaf Farms has something waiting for you.

Take a walk through the greenhouse.

Explore over 135 acres of locally grown nursery stock.

Browse one of the largest selections of trees, shrubs, evergreens, and landscape plants on the East Coast.

Visit our Garden Pharmacy.

Enjoy our country store.

Find something unexpected.


Because at Maple Leaf Farms...

You never know what you'll discover.


📍 Maple Leaf Farms Garden Center & Country Store

525 US Highway 9 South

Manalapan, NJ 07726


Come experience why so many families make Maple Leaf Farms a destination not just a garden center.

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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.