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Your Trusted Garden Center & Landscaping Experts in Princeton, NJ
Established in 1939, Peterson's Nursery has evolved from a roadside produce stand into a full-service garden center and landscaping company. Our journey began with a six-year-old selling blackberries at our family home, growing into a second-generation family business spanning nearly eight acres bordering Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ. We remain committed to organic gardening practices, eliminating chemical pesticides in the 1980s through innovative use of beneficial insects and liquid seaweed fertilizers. Our dedication to sustainability extends to sourcing inventory locally, reducing freight distances and carbon emissions. Our greenhouses feature energy-efficient shade cloths and temperature-controlled vents, minimizing reliance on mechanical cooling systems.

With decades of expertise, we provide expert guidance on plant selection, emphasizing organic solutions over synthetic alternatives. Our staff offers comprehensive services including delivery, installation, and custom container planting, ensuring every project starts with premium soil and natural mulch. We specialize in seasonal offerings from spring annuals to holiday decorations, alongside landscape and hardscape design services. Our nursery stocks locally grown trees, shrubs, and perennials tailored to New Jersey's climate. We pride ourselves on creating a park-like environment where customers experience fresh air, thriving wildlife, and a genuine connection to nature.
Services
Garden Center Greenhouse Nursery Landscaping Hardscape Organic Gardening Supplies Bulk Material Delivery Seasonal Decor Plant Installation Custom Container Planting
Details
  • Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
  • We've pioneered organic gardening practices since the 1980s using beneficial insects and natural fertilizers
  • Our local sourcing policy reduces carbon footprint while supporting regional growers
  • Expert staff provides personalized plant selection assistance with decades of combined experience
  • We offer complete landscaping solutions from design through installation
  • Energy-efficient greenhouses create a natural ecosystem with birds, squirrels, and rabbits
Services
Landscaping
Our in-house experts create customized outdoor spaces featuring plantings, patios, walkways, and stone walls. We offer complete design and installation services including landscape lighting and water features. Our team specializes in transforming properties with both functional and aesthetic improvements.
Hardscape
We install durable hardscape elements like patios, retaining walls, and walkways using premium materials. Our services include decorative stone features and functional outdoor living spaces. Projects incorporate proper drainage solutions for lasting durability.
Organic Gardening Supplies
We provide a complete selection of organic fertilizers and pest control solutions. Our inventory includes liquid seaweed fertilizers and beneficial insects like ladybugs. We prioritize eco-friendly alternatives while maintaining traditional options for informed customer choice.
Bulk Material Delivery
We deliver mulch, topsoil, compost, and stone directly to customer properties. Our fleet handles both large commercial orders and residential quantities. Same-day delivery available for many requests with professional loading assistance for self-transport.
Seasonal Decor
Our seasonal inventory features spring flowers, fall mums, and premium Christmas trees. We offer complete holiday decorating solutions including lights, wreaths, and ornaments. Custom seasonal displays available for both residential and commercial properties.
Questions
What organic gardening practices does Peterson's Nursery use?
We've used beneficial insects for pest control since the 1980s and exclusively apply liquid seaweed fertilizer. Our greenhouses maintain natural ecosystems with birds and pollinators.
Do you offer delivery and installation services?
Yes, we deliver bulk materials and install plants, hardscapes, and seasonal decorations. Our team handles projects from single shrubs to complete landscape transformations.
What seasonal products are available?
Spring brings annuals and vegetable plants, fall offers mums and pumpkins, and winter features premium Christmas trees, wreaths, and poinsettias.
Can I get help selecting plants for my property?
Our experts provide personalized recommendations based on sunlight exposure, moisture levels, and existing landscape elements. Bring photos of your space for tailored advice.
Do you source plants locally?
Yes, we prioritize New Jersey and Mid-Atlantic growers to reduce transportation emissions and ensure plant suitability for local growing conditions.
Reviews (4)
Claire Sabitt
May 18, 2021 Report
They always have good prices and carry products that I sometimes have a hard time finding in other nurseries. The owner (I think she is the owner since she's there most days) is also very nice and goes out of her way to be helpful. Yesterday I was looking for succulent soil, and since they were out she gave me some sand free of charge so I could make my own.
Lee Garwig
Nov 19, 2020 Report
Peterson's is personal service..they are a fountain of knowledge regarding plants and trees. Fair prices and good selections.
Jake Freyer
Jun 10, 2020 Report
Got a nice wreath, poinsettia and little potted fir from here for Christmas. The staff were kind and helpful, and I thought the price was reasonable: about $50 for all three.
Alex & Stuff
Aug 05, 2018 Report
First time here, excellent experience. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Very patient with helping me find what I was looking for and making suggestions. First time testing my green thumb and I will definitely be coming back! Thank you.