Whether you’re dreaming of a backyard oasis, searching for the perfect orchid, or just looking to spruce up your landscaping, you’ll find plenty of unique plant nurseries around The Villages. From specialized bonsai shops tucked away in the forest to everyday garden centers packed with seasonal color, there’s a spot for every type of gardener.
Let’s get to it.
D & L Bonsai Nursery
Hidden down a dirt road in the Ocala National Forest, D & L Bonsai Nursery caters to dedicated bonsai enthusiasts. Established in 1984, this family operation nurtures trees propagated on site. You won’t find imported stock here—each specimen is grown locally, resulting in hardy junipers, maples, Serissa foetida, and other classical bonsai subjects.
Visitors are encouraged to linger. Monthly “Bring Your Own Tree” workshops let you work alongside experts. Year-round classes cover pruning, wiring, and soil mixes. If your bonsai needs specialized attention, the nursery offers house calls.
The property includes rustic greenhouses and open-air display gardens. Staff members trained under renowned bonsai masters oversee every project. Prices are higher than garden-center impulse buys, reflecting the nursery’s focus on craftsmanship rather than mass sales. Special events like guest-artist demonstrations and Customer Appreciation Day highlight the community spirit. Serious bonsai growers will appreciate the hands-on expertise and diverse selection at D & L Bonsai Nursery.
Goodwin Orchids
Dating back to 1919, Goodwin Orchids is a family-run nursery on a rural Leesburg property. Five generations have tended these grounds under Duane and Donna Goodwin’s care. Inside nine thousand square feet of greenhouse space, Vanda orchids dominate the collection. You’ll encounter rare hybrids and private-collection varieties that appeal to serious collectors.
All orchids are propagated and grown on site using modern greenhouse systems and genetics imported from Thailand. This in-house approach ensures vigorous plants that bloom repeatedly, sometimes four times a year. Colorful blooms fill the greenhouses year-round, even when outdoor gardens have gone dormant.
Prices reflect the premium quality—these same orchids decorate displays at Universal Studios and the Smithsonian. Goodwin Orchids serves hobbyists as well as major institutions. Hands-on workshops cover potting techniques, bloom care, and species-specific tips. If you want healthy, reliable orchids from a historic family nursery, Goodwin Orchids delivers quality you can see.
Cottage Garden
In Wildwood, FL, Cottage Garden combines plant sales with antique treasures in a vintage-inspired setting. Winding paths lead past rustic tables stacked with salvaged architectural pieces. The succulent bar lets you mix and match trays from dozens of varieties. Starter plugs provide an easy entry point for newcomers.
Seasonal displays rotate throughout the year, from spring annuals to holiday container arrangements. Bright Talavera pottery and decorative fan chains add pops of color among the pansies and petunias. Regular customers praise the reasonable prices, which contrast with the boutique atmosphere.
Knowledgeable staff help you find the right drought-tolerant specimen or a low-maintenance perennial. Established in 1977, Cottage Garden has built a loyal following that returns for mums, milkweed, and everything in between. Whether you’re hunting for antiques or fresh garden specimens, this family-run nursery offers a relaxed, hands-on shopping experience.
Walmart Garden Center
Stepping into the Walmart Garden Center at The Villages Supercenter feels like a one-stop shop for backyard projects, without sending your budget into overdrive. A fenced outdoor area attached to the Supercenter holds rotating seasonal displays. You’ll find spring annuals, fall mums, poinsettias, vegetable and flower seedlings, and bulky bags of potting mix that test your arm strength on the walk to the car.
The garden supplies section covers all the basics: shovels, rakes, garden carts, hoses, gloves, and pest- and weed-control products. There’s soil, mulch, raised beds, hydroponic kits, even arbors. Prices stick to Walmart’s everyday-low-price model, so you often come away feeling like you got a good deal.
Online ordering, curbside pickup, and home delivery simplify shopping. Digital shelf labels and QR codes reflect the “Store of the Future” concept. Staff members offer basic planting tips when you ask. It’s designed for gardeners who want to dig in the dirt without blowing their budget or straining their backs.
Southern Aggregates
At Southern Aggregates you’ll find a sprawling set of five rock yards across Central Florida, with locations in Ocala, Sumterville, Wildwood, Land O’Lakes, and Zephyrhills. The family-run company has hauled and stacked materials since 1995, building a reputation for variety and service. Each yard is stocked with decorative gravel, mulches, flagstone, pavers, and boulders. Pallets are arranged in neat rows, making it easy to spot what you need in an outdoor setting still filled with dump trucks and dust.
The Zephyrhills site features a full garden center. You can choose from small potted plants all the way up to fifteen-foot palm trees. Seasonal displays include palms in summer, colorful annuals in spring, and cold-hardy shrubs for cooler months. Bins and racks are clearly labeled, so finding weed fabric or river rounds takes seconds.
Prices stay competitive, which helps when a project ends up requiring multiple truckloads. Richard Juliano and his team load purchases or arrange quick deliveries, sometimes within a day. This hands-on approach leaves the impression that they truly care about matching customers with the right materials for their landscapes.
Just Perfect Plants Wholesale plants to the public
Located on Lewis Road in Leesburg, Just Perfect Plants delivers a farm-nursery vibe with wholesale pricing. Every orchid, bromeliad, native shrub, and vegetable seedling is propagated and grown on site. This single-location setup ensures you’re not buying flats shipped in from a big-box supplier.
Edible gardens and demonstration plots showcase sustainable practices in action. Their farm-to-table approach appears in vegetable starts and herb varieties suited to Florida’s climate. The wholesale structure means home gardeners enjoy pro-level rates typically reserved for landscaping professionals.
You won’t navigate aisles crammed with garden gnomes or decorative mulch hills. Instead, you’ll find straightforward greenhouse bays, learning gardens, and staff with dirt under their nails. Advice is practical and tailored to local yards. Just Perfect Plants focuses on quality, sustainability, and expert guidance rather than flashy gimmicks.
The Sod Lot Villages
Located in Summerfield, The Sod Lot Villages caters to all turf needs with a straightforward, open-air approach. This family-owned site specializes in fresh-cut sod varieties such as Floratam, ProVista, Bimini Bermuda, Zoysia, and Bahia. Rows of grass extend across gravel covered yards without greenhouse coverings. Sod is harvested each morning, ensuring fresh delivery.
Customers can pick up orders at the farm or schedule drop off across multiple counties. Landscapers often rely on The Sod Lot Villages for consistent quality and prompt service. Each turf variety grows in local soil that closely matches the installation area. Staff members like Johan help match the right grass type to specific yard conditions, making the decision process quick and informed.
Whether you’re covering a small garden patch or a large commercial lawn, they maintain a fleet of trucks and equipment suited to any project size. Delivery crews unload rolls right at your site. For those who prefer self service, a forklift and pallet jack stand ready. Pricing remains competitive, reflecting a no-frills model that focuses on product quality.
Goney’s Nursery & Landscaping
Founded in 1973, Goney’s Nursery & Landscaping began when Vernon Goney opened a small garden center on Arlington Ave in Lady Lake. Today, his sons Wayne and Ray run the operation, offering an extensive mix of palms, shrubs, ornamentals, and annuals. Pots range from standard sizes to large containers that can double as small planters.
The nursery sits about a mile and a half off the main road. It blends a country garden atmosphere with an outdoor showroom. Seasonal inventories shift with color-driven spring selections, tropical summer choices, and evergreen greenery for the holidays. You can always find what you need, not just what looks good in June.
Staff members know plant care inside and out, guiding customers beyond the watering can aisle. For larger projects, they can create detailed digital 3D designs of your yard. Hardscape materials, custom installs, and consultations are available on site. Prices remain reasonable, and the friendly setting makes it a true hometown destination. The team’s plant expertise and design services bring extra value to this well-established spot.
Lowe’s Garden Center
The Lowe’s Garden Center in Lady Lake offers a large selection of plants and gardening supplies beside the main store. Seasonal displays fill the area with flats of annuals in spring, vegetable starts in summer, mums in fall, and poinsettias during the holidays. Covered greenhouse bays and shade structures accommodate a variety of plant needs.
Shoppers encounter organized aisles stocked with soils, mulches, garden décor, garden flags, bird feeders, and outdoor lighting. A potting bench area includes potting soils and fertilizers from well-known brands. Display gardens illustrate pot styling and landscape layouts. Staff members with plant care knowledge provide advice on watering, pruning, and pest control. Serious growers source materials from reputable suppliers, ensuring healthy stock.
For larger projects, the center arranges bulk orders of landscape rock and firewood. Its proximity to the main store means easy access to tools, building materials, and home improvement departments. A garden club meets on certain weekends for demo sessions and guest speaker events, fostering a community atmosphere. The combination of variety, accessibility, and expert guidance makes the Lowe’s Garden Center a reliable destination for local plant enthusiasts.
Village Palms Landscaping
Since 2011, Village Palms Landscaping has offered a curated selection of Florida-adapted plants and outdoor features. Operated by William and Wendy Chenvert, the nursery includes open-air beds and demonstration gardens. Visitors explore Japanese garden corners, putting greens, bubbling brooks, and water features alongside bamboo and healthy hibiscus plants. The site strikes a balance between functional display and design inspiration.
Plant selections focus on specimens that tolerate heat and humidity. Many plants grow on site, and the rest come from vetted southern growers. A certified horticulturist and in-house designers assist with every project. You can choose basic plants or request virtual landscape tours with detailed layouts. Options span bargain selections to full-scale installations. Pricing stays accessible to homeowners and contractors.
From initial consultation to installation, Village Palms provides hands on support. Staff guide customers through plant care instructions and maintenance plans. The combination of expert advice, creative displays, and a wide plant range makes this nursery a standout for anyone seeking specialized Florida landscaping solutions.
Garden Center at The Home Depot
When you walk into The Home Depot’s Garden Center it almost feels like a plant buffet with the steady hum of the lumber aisle in the background. There are endless aisles of annuals, rows of perennials, tropicals that might warm your shoulders, and more succulents than you can reasonably fit at home.
Despite its massive size, everything is clearly organized by season and type. Spotting a lone tomato seedling takes some searching, but once you know the layout you’ll find it each spring. Stock arrives quickly from a broad network of growers rather than any on-site nursery. You’ll see bonsai, boxwood, heirloom tomato plants, evergreens, and more. Trees, shrubs, and perennials come with a one-year guarantee, which is a lifesaver if you’re prone to overwatering.
Prices range from budget-friendly to splurge-worthy, with a sales section for good measure. If you need bulk materials, there’s a discount program and a Pro Service Desk for landscapers. Garden associates in orange aprons usually know their stuff. You’ll also discover kids’ workshops, online project guides, and a checkout line full of fellow plant enthusiasts.
Fairfield Farms
Since 1989 Fairfield Farms has cultivated a reputation as both a local gem and a serious nursery operation in Central Florida. This family-owned center grows many of its Florida native plants on site—firebush, live oaks, coonties, and a surprising variety of palms line the nursery. They also stock Proven Winners annuals and heat-tolerant perennials suited for the hot, humid climate.
Beyond plants, you’ll find pottery, fountains, and garden furniture displayed like a mini-expo. Demonstration beds and clear plant labels help you choose the right specimen for your yard. Prices stay reasonable, from starter pots to impressive specimen trees. Fairfield Farms also offers landscape design and installation across three counties.
Staff members are friendly and generous with advice. Monthly classes cover topics such as container gardening and disease prevention, helping you avoid past mistakes. With hands-on knowledge and a wide selection of plants and hardscape items, Fairfield Farms is a go-to resource for gardeners who want quality and guidance.
