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The Premier Nursery

Rutgers Nursery has been the premier destination for the New York and Philadelphia areas for over 40 years. We provide our customers a fantastic selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals, including many rare and unusual plants that are particularly suited to our New Jersey area. In fact, many are grown on our 62-acre farm in Delaware Township. Whether you’re looking for plant recommendations or gardening tips, we’re here to help with reliable, professional guidance.

Sale on Trees & Shrubs 15% Off

Nursery Specials

What's New

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Redbuds, Zelkovas & Oaks
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Redbuds, Zelkovas & Oaks
Redbuds, Zelkovas & Oaks
River Birch
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River Birch
River Birch
Skip Laurels
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Skip Laurels
Skip Laurels
Japanese Maples
Japanese maple tree in fall
Japanese Maples
Japanese Maples
Winter Damage
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Winter Damage
Winter Damage

What’s New

There’s always something new growing in our nursery. Check back often for fresh inventory and featured plants.

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Planting

We can also take care of planting! The planting crews at Rutgers Nursery are experienced and many have been with us for decades.

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Delivery

Need it delivered? Rutgers Nursery offers delivery services for plants and bulk materials, such as topsoil, mulch and stone.

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Container Gardening

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Container gardening is a rewarding way to grow plants. Containers are versatile, easy to update, and can enhance your garden year-round with thoughtful planning. The possibilities are endless! Let us help create custom arrangements for you.

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Need some help?

Our nursery associates can provide you with advice on:
Plant Selection
Landscape Design
Maintenance and Care
Troubleshooting

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Gardening Info

Eco-Friendly Trees
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Eco-Friendly Trees
Eco-Friendly Trees
Year-Round Maintenance Schedule
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Year-Round Maintenance Schedule
Year-Round Maintenance Schedule
Black Walnut Toxicity
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Black Walnut Toxicity
Black Walnut Toxicity
Bird Gardening
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Bird Gardening
Bird Gardening
Using Groundcovers in the Landscape
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Using Groundcovers in the Landscape
Using Groundcovers in the Landscape
Building and Maintaining a Compost Pile
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Building and Maintaining a Compost Pile
Building and Maintaining a Compost Pile

Planting for specific conditions

Clay Tolerant Plants
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Clay Tolerant Plants
Clay Tolerant Plants
Trees for Avenues and Streets
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Trees for Avenues and Streets
Trees for Avenues and Streets
Small or Dwarf Plants for the Border
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Small or Dwarf Plants for the Border
Small or Dwarf Plants for the Border
Quick Growing Privacy Screens
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Quick Growing Privacy Screens
Quick Growing Privacy Screens
Wildlife Attraction
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Wildlife Attraction
Wildlife Attraction
Partially Shaded Areas
Lush shade garden with hostas, pink flowers, and yellow blooms surrounded by mature trees
Partially Shaded Areas
Partially Shaded Areas
Wet and Dry Locations
Flowering dogwood tree covered in white blooms in a lush garden setting
Wet and Dry Locations
Wet and Dry Locations
Formal Clipped Hedge
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Formal Clipped Hedge
Formal Clipped Hedge
Colorful Autumn Foliage
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Colorful Autumn Foliage
Colorful Autumn Foliage
Deer Resistant Plants
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Deer Resistant Plants
Deer Resistant Plants
Berry Bearing Trees and Shrubs
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Berry Bearing Trees and Shrubs
Berry Bearing Trees and Shrubs
Native Plants
Sycamore tree
Native Plants
Native Plants

Nursery Map

Nursery Tour

Two oversized yellow Adirondack chairs placed in a landscaped garden with shrubs and a green lawn under a blue sky with scattered clouds
Courtyard garden scene with a paved walkway bordered by raised beds and numerous potted plants, including large leafy plants and colorful flowers, next to a wooden building
Close-up of budding branches with white blossoms and green buds against a bright blue sky
Close-up of a pale green hellebore flower with multiple petals and yellow stamens, surrounded by leaves and buds
Garden scene featuring a red barn with white trim in the background, a large tree, and a foreground of blooming purple salvia flowers and other greenery
Tree-lined aisle in a garden nursery with potted plants and flowers along the edges under a wooden pergola, leading to a green landscape in the background
Tree nursery with rows of young trees with root balls on the ground, a person kneeling to inspect or plant a tree, and a '20% off' sign among the rows
Elegant table setting with floral centerpiece in a greenhouse or garden venue, with glassware and plates arranged, blurred plants around
Outdoor garden presentation with a speaker standing beside a table addressing a seated audience, with shrubs and trees in the background
Outdoor patio display featuring potted shrubs and flowers arranged on brick steps and terraces with a seating area under a red umbrella
Landscaped garden scene with a winding path bordered by blooming hydrangeas and shrubs, and a large tree providing shade, with a red-roofed structure in the background
Garden bed filled with purple and pink flowering plants with green foliage, creating a colorful floral display
Rustic display of hanging baskets filled with colorful flowers, including purple petunias and orange blooms, set against weathered wooden doors
Flower bed with a mix of colorful perennials including pink and yellow blossoms and lush green foliage, with potted plants in the background at a nursery
Bright sunroom interior with white beams, glass windows, and potted plants on tables under a high ceiling with exposed rafters
Colorful garden center display featuring bright pink rhododendron or azalea flowers in the foreground, with red blooms and potted greenery arranged on benches and tables
Close-up of delicate white and purple bell-shaped flowers with green buds in a garden nursery, with rows of plants and flowers in the background
Group of people gathered outdoors around a presenter holding a binder during a garden demonstration among evergreen shrubs
Close-up of a young tree trunk with green and yellow leaves against a bright blue sky
Children playing in a sandy play area with shovels and buckets while adults watch, in a garden setting
Vibrant garden featuring clusters of orange and red azalea flowers in bloom, with green shrubs and a house in the background.
Landscaped garden bed with a stone border, featuring lush green foliage and purple flowers under shade trees beside a paved walkway.
People participating in an outdoor flower arranging workshop, arranging plants in pots around a table under hanging baskets and a pergola.
Garden scene featuring large spherical metal sculptures with open lattice design surrounded by evergreen shrubs and autumnal trees.
Butterfly perched on orange and yellow coneflowers against a dark wooden wall background.
Stone bust planter featuring a classical face displayed among large round stone planters on a bed of red mulch.
Aerial view of a landscaped garden center with brick pathways, potted plants, and several people walking among lush trees and a white gazebo in the background.
Adult instructor showing a picture of a tree to a group of young girls seated around a table outdoors during a plant education session.
Rows of potted chrysanthemums in purple, yellow, and red colors arranged on wooden benches under a pergola in an outdoor garden center.
Mixed flowers including yellow and orange coneflowers and white clusters with long green leaves in a garden setting.
Display of assorted pumpkins, gourds, and squash arranged on shelves with surrounding potted plants and greenery.
Branch covered in clusters of orange berries against a blurred forest background.
Close-up of red autumn leaves on a viburnum shrub