Mudgee Nursery: More than just a garden centre

Mudgee Nursery has blossomed into more than just a garden centre - it’s become a local gathering spot for gardeners and day-trippers alike. Conveniently located near the town centre, the nursery’s entrance is marked by a striking gabion-walled shed that leads visitors into a lush, expansive space filled with an ever-growing selection of plants and garden essentials.

The nursery is the passion project of Scott Lillis, a local plantsman and landscaper, and his wife Jayne. Scott began his journey in the region by running seed collection and production with Wollar Nursery in the early 1990s, and together with Jayne, they have nurtured this vision into a thriving garden centre.

In September 2017, they opened Mudgee Nursery with a modest retail footprint. Since then, it has expanded to include extensive tree lines, a wide variety of shrubs, roses, perennials, veggies, garden art, and pots - a true cornucopia of gardening delights.

Scott and Jayne have assembled a team of dedicated garden enthusiasts to manage the nursery’s retail operations, ensuring that customers receive expert advice and service. The experienced Greenlife team and attentive point-of-sale staff have played a crucial role in the nursery’s growth and success. The community has closely watched the evolution of ‘The Shed,’ a key feature of the nursery. The anticipation surrounding its opening was finally satisfied in May 2023 when the expanded retail space welcomed its first customers. Soon after, the buzz shifted to the arrival of the nursery’s own eatery Cafe 2850 which joined the Mudgee Nursery family in July of this year.

Mudgee Nursery has become a destination not only for locals but also for visitors from Sydney, Wollongong, and beyond. The nursery’s established shade trees, privacy hedging examples, and water features create a laid-back atmosphere, offering a mini garden escape that transforms with the ever-changing seasons.

With new residents frequently moving to the area, Mudgee Nursery prides itself on sharing local and regional knowledge, helping to ignite a passion for gardening in newcomers and supporting them as they learn and grow in their gardening journey.

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(02) 6373 4278

13 Ulan Rd, Putta Bucca