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Glass Tab Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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Glass Tab Nursery

📍2331 SE Patio Cir, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952, USA
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Golfo de Fonseca Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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Golfo de Fonseca Nursery

📍17250 SW 187th Ave, Miami, FL 33187, USA
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Green country nursery corp
💬 3 reviews3.7
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Green country nursery corp

📍14401 SW 192nd St, Miami, FL 33177, USA
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Harvest The Lesson
💬 3 reviews3.7
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Harvest The Lesson

Organic edible plant nursery. Top products: organic vegetable seedlings, fruit plants, herbs, gardening education services. Harvest The Lesson is an Apollo Beach, Florida-based horticultural business specializing in the production and sale of organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seedlings. Founded by Melissa, a passionate gardener with a background in education and community empowerment, the business focuses on helping both novice and experienced gardeners successfully cultivate edible plants in various environments, from small balconies to backyard plots. Their growing methodology emphasizes chemical-free, natural, and sustainable practices, ensuring that all plant starts are hardened off and acclimated to the local Florida climate before being sold to customers. Beyond plant sales, Harvest The Lesson operates as a comprehensive gardening resource, offering personalized garden planning services and educational content designed to guide customers through every stage of the gardening lifecycle—from initial site assessment and propagation to harvesting and food preservation. The business serves a diverse customer base, including home gardeners seeking to improve their food security and those interested in sustainable, organic home-grown produce.

📍6906, Sail View Lane, Apollo Beach, Florida, 33572, US
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High Hope Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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High Hope Nursery

Wholesale horticultural plant supplier. Top products: Ornamental trees, Shrubs, Nursery stock. High Hope Nursery operates as a horticultural supplier, primarily serving as a wholesale provider of nursery stock, including a variety of trees and shrubs. The business focuses on professional trade, utilizing standardized pricing lists and availability forms to facilitate bulk orders for landscapers, nurseries, and other commercial entities. Their operational model emphasizes direct sales and distribution, offering potential volume discounts and international export services for their botanical products. While the company maintains a digital presence currently under development, they prioritize customer service by providing high-resolution imagery of their plant material upon request, ensuring clients can verify the quality of their stock before purchase. The business maintains a strong focus on logistical support, offering specific plant information and custom ordering to accommodate the needs of professional contractors and volume buyers.

📍11400 SW 316th St, Homestead, FL 33033, USA
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Hilltop Nursery Inc.
💬 3 reviews3.7
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Hilltop Nursery Inc.

Annuals and Seasonal Plant Nursery. Top products: Annual plants, Seasonal ornamental plants. Hill Top Nursery Inc. is a Florida-based nursery specializing in the production and sale of annuals and seasonal plants. The company distinguishes itself through an in-house cultivation process, emphasizing a commitment to plant quality and horticultural expertise. Their operations are designed to serve a diverse client base, ranging from individual homeowners seeking project guidance to commercial landscapers and contractors who receive specialized pricing. The nursery offers consultative support, with staff available to advise on plant selection and project planning. By managing their own growth cycles, they provide a consistent supply of seasonal inventory throughout the year, shipping and servicing locations across Florida. Their business model integrates retail sales with wholesale-style service for professional clients, focusing on the production of high-quality plant material suitable for the regional climate.

📍2623, Park Ridge Street, Apopka, Florida, 32712, US
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Huntsman tree supply
💬 3 reviews3.7
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Huntsman tree supply

📍Citrus Way, Spring Hill, Florida, 34603, US
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J A Dodson Citrus & Tropicals
💬 3 reviews3.7
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J A Dodson Citrus & Tropicals

📍8654 69th St N, Pinellas Park, FL 33782, USA
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J C Gonzalez Nursery
💬 3 reviews3.7
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J C Gonzalez Nursery

📍15870, Southwest 216th Street, Miami, Florida, 33170, US
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JOHNSON NURSERY
💬 3 reviews4.7
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JOHNSON NURSERY

📍24546, Wallick Road, Sorrento, Florida, 32776, US
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💬 3 reviews4
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Kaywest Nursery Inc

📍5310 Foliage Wy, Apopka, FL 32712, USA
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Kelly's Tropicals
💬 3 reviews5
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Kelly's Tropicals

Florida Native Plant Nursery. Top products: Rare Florida native plants, Environmentally sustainable landscape plants. Kelly’s Tropical Plants is a specialized horticultural nursery based in Homestead, Florida, focused on the propagation and cultivation of rare Florida native plants. The nursery prioritizes environmental sustainability, aiming to provide high-quality botanical specimens specifically for the professional landscaping industry. By emphasizing plant health and maturity, they ensure that all inventory meets rigorous quality standards before leaving the facility. Driven by a mission of nature preservation, the business serves as a resource for landscapers and industry professionals seeking ecologically responsible plant materials. Their operations are deeply rooted in horticultural expertise, utilizing professional propagation methods to supply native species that support local ecosystems. The nursery functions as a dedicated grower, maintaining a strict focus on sustainable cultivation practices rather than general retail gardening supplies, positioning itself as a strategic partner for landscape projects requiring specialized, native Florida vegetation.

📍19425, Southwest 344th Street, Homestead, Florida, 33034, US
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L.Diaz Nursery Corp
💬 3 reviews5
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L.Diaz Nursery Corp

📍28401 SW 187th Ave, Homestead, FL 33030, USA
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Lancaster Trees And Shrubs
💬 3 reviews5
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Lancaster Trees And Shrubs

Wholesale woody ornamental nursery. Top products: Containerized trees, Root-enhanced shrubs, B & B trees, Woody ornamentals. Lancaster Trees and Shrubs is a wholesale-only nursery operation based in Center Hill, Florida, specializing in the production and procurement of high-quality trees, shrubs, and woody ornamentals. The company functions primarily as a nursery grower and horticultural broker, focusing on B&B (balled and burlapped) trees and containerized, root-enhanced plant material. Their business model is built around a comprehensive sourcing service with a guarantee to locate specific plant varieties for industry clients if not currently in stock. Lancaster Trees and Shrubs caters exclusively to professional landscapers, garden centers, and other horticultural industry partners, explicitly excluding retail sales to the general public. In addition to their primary nursery operations, they provide specialized logistics support, including recommendations for freight services to facilitate the transport of large-scale plant material to project sites. Their mission centers on reliability, industry supply chain management, and quality assurance.

📍7123 Co Rd 563, Center Hill, FL 33514, USA
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Lanier Nursery, Jupiter
💬 3 reviews5
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Lanier Nursery, Jupiter

📍363, Hugh Street, Jupiter, Florida, 33458, US
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Liewald's Wholesale Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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Liewald's Wholesale Nursery

📍4800 13th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221, USA
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Lloyd Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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Lloyd Nursery

Wholesale Woody Ornamental Nursery. Top products: woody ornamentals, shrubs, trees. Lloyd Nursery is a family-owned wholesale grower established in 1980, specializing in the production of high-quality woody ornamentals. Based in North Florida, the nursery focuses on cultivating a diverse selection of shrubs and trees suitable for the region's climate. By operating as a wholesale grower, the business prioritizes providing competitive pricing directly to its clients, which include professional landscapers, garden centers, and other horticultural industry partners. With over four decades of experience, Lloyd Nursery maintains a reputation for horticultural expertise and consistent plant health. Their business model is centered on large-scale production and efficient distribution, ensuring that customers receive healthy, nursery-grown stock that meets the specific demands of ornamental landscaping projects. The nursery serves as a dedicated supplier for those seeking reliable plant material for residential and commercial landscape development.

📍262 Willie Rd, Monticello, FL 32344, USA
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Manuel Diaz Farms Inc
💬 3 reviews3.7
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Manuel Diaz Farms Inc

Tropical Palm and Tree Nursery. Top products: Bismarck palms, Coconut palms, Tropical shrubs, Ornamental trees. Manuel Diaz Farms Inc is a professional horticultural nursery specializing in the cultivation and sale of high-quality tropical flora. Based in Florida, the farm manages extensive fields dedicated to the production of diverse plant varieties, with a primary focus on specimen-grade palms, including Bismarck and Coconut varieties, as well as an array of ornamental shrubs and trees. Their operations cater to a broad spectrum of clients, ranging from individual luxury residential projects to large-scale urban development initiatives across the United States. By focusing on maintaining high standards of plant health and aesthetic quality, they serve as a wholesale and retail partner for landscapers, developers, and homeowners seeking mature, nursery-grown tropical vegetation for site enhancement. The business emphasizes technical experience in large-scale planting projects, leveraging their expertise in arboriculture to deliver plants suited for various climate requirements, from regional residential landscapes to massive commercial or municipal infrastructure developments.

📍26401 SW 107th Ave, Homestead, FL 33032, USA
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Matthew Nursery Corp
💬 3 reviews5
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Matthew Nursery Corp

📍19201, Northwest 8th Street, Homestead, Florida, 33030, US
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Odessa Plant Nursery address
💬 3 reviews4
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Odessa Plant Nursery address

Horticultural Seed and Plant Supplier. Top products: Turfgrass and Lawn Seeds, Pasture and Forage Seeds, Wildlife Food Plot Seeds, Professional Fertilizer and Horticultural Chemicals, Grass Plugs and Fruit Plants. Seed World USA is a comprehensive horticultural supplier specializing in the distribution of high-quality seeds and professional-grade cultivation supplies. The company serves a diverse client base, ranging from residential homeowners and hobbyist gardeners to commercial landscapers, golf course managers, and agricultural producers. Their core inventory includes an extensive catalog of grass seeds, including specialized turf-type bermudagrass, fescue, and zoysia, alongside clover, pasture legumes, and wildlife forage seeds. Beyond their seed selection, they provide critical horticultural support products, such as professional-grade fertilizers, moisture managers, herbicides, fungicides, and growth regulators. Operating a climate-controlled warehouse to ensure maximum germination rates and product viability, Seed World emphasizes technological integration through seed coating and inoculation. Their mission centers on providing cost-effective, high-yield solutions for land management, ecological restoration, and aesthetic landscape improvement through research-backed products.

📍6777 Lutz Lake Fern Rd, Odessa, FL 33556, USA
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P S Nursery
💬 3 reviews3.7
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P S Nursery

📍25212 FL-46, Sorrento, FL 32776, USA
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Perkins Nursery
💬 3 reviews5
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Perkins Nursery

Wholesale tree and shrub nursery. Top products: Flowering trees, Cold hardy palms, Native plants, Hardwood shade trees, Evergreens. Sebastian River Farms operates as a large-scale wholesale nursery situated on over 200 acres near Vero Beach, Florida. The nursery specializes in the cultivation of more than 75 varieties of trees and shrubs, focusing specifically on producing high-quality, Florida No. 1 specimen plants. Their diverse inventory includes flowering trees, cold-hardy palms, native vegetation, hardwood shade trees, and various evergreens. Beyond their internal growing operations, the business serves as a professional broker and procurement partner for other Florida nurseries, assisting clients in sourcing specific plant materials to meet large-volume requirements. They cater to a professional clientele—including landscapers and commercial developers—by offering contract growing services for large orders of 500 or more trees. Their mission centers on excellence, consistency, and detail-oriented horticultural management, ensuring that all inventory meets rigorous quality standards from root development to leaf health.

📍2575 Case Rd, LaBelle, FL 33935, USA
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Plant Hub
💬 3 reviews5
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Plant Hub

📍2365 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305, USA
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Plants By Phoenix - plant broker and landscape services
💬 3 reviews5
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Plants By Phoenix - plant broker and landscape services

Ornamental and Garden Plant Nursery. Top products: Trees and shrubs, Starter vegetable plants, Organic soil mixes, Composting worms, Organic fertilizers. Plants By Phoenix is a horticultural business that functions as both a plant broker and a provider of landscaping services and gardening supplies. The company specializes in the retail and supply of a diverse range of botanical inventory, including trees, shrubs, and starter vegetable plants tailored for residential environments. Their operations are centered on the philosophy of integrating nature into home living spaces to enhance personal well-being. Beyond plant sales, the business provides specialized horticultural services such as onsite gardening consultations and guided plant caretaking. They maintain a focus on organic gardening practices, evidenced by their production and sale of organic soil mixes, fertilizers, and composting worms. The business operates with Department of Agriculture inspected stock, ensuring quality control for their clientele, which primarily consists of homeowners seeking to cultivate their own home sanctuaries or 'personal zen' spaces. Through their associated 'Feed and Farm' store, they offer a comprehensive suite of gardening inputs alongside their plant offerings.

📍4688 Dora Dr, Mt Dora, FL 32757, USA
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The Nursery & Garden Center Market in Florida

Florida sustains a robust horticultural economy with 1,392 verified nurseries serving a diverse demographic of residential, commercial, and agricultural clients. The market is defined by high output levels, fueled by a year-round growing season and a rapid influx of residents requiring landscape supplies. Florida's nursery and garden center ecosystem is heavily segmented, ranging from large-scale wholesale operations supplying national chains to boutique, independent garden centers that focus on rare tropicals, native species, and high-quality landscaping services.

Top Cities for Nurseries & Garden Centers

Concentration in the market follows population density and climate suitability. Miami leads the state with 107 nurseries, followed by Homestead at 70, and Apopka at 53. Miami and Homestead serve as the epicenter for tropical plant production due to their proximity to the equator, minimal frost risk, and access to international trade routes. Homestead, specifically, functions as an agricultural stronghold, often providing the stock found in garden centers across North Florida. Other significant hubs include Royal Palm Beach, Gainesville, and Jacksonville, where nurseries adapt their inventory to reflect slightly cooler microclimates and distinct soil compositions. The concentration in these regions allows for logistical efficiency, enabling large-scale wholesale distribution to reach retailers in Tampa, Fort Myers, and Tallahassee, where nursery density remains essential to support growing urban demand.

Florida Climate & Plant Selection

The state spans USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11, creating a multifaceted horticultural landscape. Nurseries in North Florida must account for occasional freezing temperatures, leading them to stock cold-hardy varieties like azaleas, camellias, and various temperate trees. Conversely, South Florida nurseries focus on zones 10 and 11, specializing in heat-tolerant tropicals, palms, and exotic flowering plants. Soil profiles range from the sandy, nutrient-deficient soils of the central ridge to the heavy, limestone-based substrates of the southern peninsula. Consequently, nurseries have evolved their product lines to favor drought-tolerant natives like saw palmetto, beautyberry, and coontie, which require minimal chemical intervention once established. High annual rainfall patterns necessitate superior drainage strategies, prompting local garden centers to prioritize high-quality potting mixes and specialized soil amendments to prevent root rot in containerized stock.

Sourcing Plants Locally in FL

Navigating the Florida nursery market requires understanding how specific operations source and maintain their inventory. Whether you are a professional landscaper or a residential gardener, consider these methods to identify the best local providers:

  • Assess the ratio of field-grown to containerized plants. Field-grown stock is generally more robust for long-term landscaping, while containerized plants offer immediate aesthetic value and portability.
  • Prioritize nurseries that provide climate-specific advice for your USDA zone. Top-rated establishments like Earth Works Plant Nursery, Flamingo Road Nursery, and A Land of Delight Natural Farm & Nursery frequently offer site-specific consultation regarding water requirements and pest management.
  • Inquire about the nursery's IPM (Integrated Pest Management) practices. Nurseries that emphasize biological controls over chemical pesticides often sell healthier, more resilient plants.
  • Check the availability of native plant inventories. Specialized locations like Whitwam Organics focus on sustainable and natural horticultural practices, which are essential for supporting local pollinators.
  • Utilize localized databases to track nurseries that specialize in specific soil types relevant to your region, as seen in the offerings from Pinder's Nursery or Liberty Landscape Supply at Trad's.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When is the best time to plant in Florida?

A: In most of Florida, the ideal planting window is the fall and winter months, from October through February. Planting during the cooler, drier season allows root systems to establish before the onset of the intense summer heat and the high rainfall associated with the wet season. This reduces transplant shock and ensures better long-term survival for trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants.

Q: Why are Florida nurseries focusing more on native plants?

A: Florida nurseries are increasingly prioritizing native species because they are genetically adapted to local rainfall patterns, soil conditions, and temperatures. Native plants require significantly less supplemental water, fertilizers, and pesticides compared to non-native or ornamental imports. This makes them more sustainable and resilient to the state's frequent drought cycles and intense humidity, ultimately lowering maintenance costs for property owners.

Q: How does Florida's USDA zone affect my local garden center's inventory?

A: Inventory is strictly governed by your specific USDA hardiness zone. In North Florida (zones 8-9), garden centers stock frost-tolerant species that can handle annual temperature drops. In contrast, South Florida (zones 10-11) nurseries stock tender tropicals that would perish in the northern parts of the state. Understanding your specific zone prevents the purchase of plants that are unsuited for your regional climate.

Q: What should I look for in a high-quality Florida garden center?

A: A top-tier Florida garden center should offer healthy, pest-free stock with vigorous root systems. They should demonstrate expertise in local soil amendments, specifically regarding how to improve sandy or limestone soils. Look for centers that emphasize native plant selections, provide professional planting advice tailored to your site’s sun and water conditions, and maintain a transparent policy regarding the origin and growing conditions of their plant stock.

Q: Are field-grown plants better than container-grown plants in Florida?

A: Neither is universally better; it depends on your project. Field-grown plants are often larger, have established root systems, and are more resilient for permanent landscaping once acclimated. Container-grown plants are easier to transport and can be installed throughout the year with less root disturbance. For large-scale projects, field-grown material is often preferred for its structural integrity, while residential garden centers favor containers for immediate aesthetic impact.