The Annapolis Valley of Nova Scotia is known for its fertile farmland, scenic landscapes, and long growing season. For gardening enthusiasts, the area is a veritable paradise (and my favourite garden centre is literally in the community of Paradise).
There are plenty of garden centres to choose from, but I wanted to share my top 5 Annapolis Valley garden centres, each with its unique charm.
- Neily’s Greenhouse and Gardens is a quaint greenhouse and market garden located on the old #1 highway halfway between Lawrencetown and Bridgetown in Paradise. They sell a full range of annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, planters, trees, shrubs, fruit trees, berry bushes, and in-season fruits and vegetables. 10139 Hwy #1, Paradise.
- Blomidon Nurseries is one of the most popular garden centres in the Annapolis Valley. Located in Wolfville, the nursery has been around for over 50 years and offers a wide variety of plants, including trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals. They also have a selection of garden supplies, such as soil, mulch, and fertilizers. Blomidon is known for its friendly and knowledgeable staff who are always happy to help you find the perfect plants for your garden. 10060 Hwy 1, Wolfville.
- Summerland Nursery is a family-owned and operated garden centre in Wilmot. The nursery specializes in perennials and shrubs and has a beautiful display garden where you can see the plants in their full glory. 14608 1, Nova Scotia Trunk 10, Wilmot.
- Glad Gardens is a unique garden centre located in Waterville. The nursery specializes in hostas, daylilies, and other shade-loving plants. Glad Gardens has over 300 varieties of hostas, making it one of the largest collections in Atlantic Canada. The garden centre also offers a variety of other plants, including annuals, perennials, and shrubs. 5108 Hwy 1, Waterville.
- The Briar Patch is a charming garden centre in New Minas that specializes in roses. The nursery has over 200 varieties of roses, including antique and hard-to-find varieties. The Briar Patch also offers a selection of other plants, such as perennials, annuals, and shrubs. They also have a knowledgeable staff that can help you with all your gardening needs. 4568 Hwy 1 , Berwick, NS.
Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a beginner, the Annapolis Valley has everything you need to create the garden of your dreams. And be sure to stop in at a Farmers Market or a Frenchy’s while you’re tooling around the Valley!
