Central Wholesale Nursery: San Jose’s Premier Plant & Landscape Nursery
Locally owned and operated in San Jose since 1974, Central Wholesale Nursery has served as the Bay Area’s premier wholesale and retail garden center for over 50 years. We supply high-quality plants, specimen trees, Japanese maples, drought-tolerant selections, and total landscaping supplies across the South Bay.
Serving San Jose & the South Bay for 50 Years
Welcome to Central Wholesale Nursery, your local partner for vibrant Bay Area greenery. For over five decades, our independent, family-operated plant nursery in San Jose has proudly supplied landscape contractors, commercial developers, HOAs, and local homeowners with top-grade nursery stock.
Whether you need bulk tree sourcing for a commercial project or are searching for a specialized nursery in San Jose to refresh your backyard, our knowledgeable plant specialists are here to assist.
Family Owned Since 1974
Trees & Shrubs
Japanese maples, perennials & annuals for every season
Seasonal Blooms
Flowers & groundcovers that thrive year-round
South Bay Friendly
Drought-tolerant, water-wise plants perfect for our climate
Garden Accents
Pottery, fountains, statuary, seeds & gardening accessories
Trusted. Local. Established
Why Choose Central Wholesale Nursery in San Jose?
Central Wholesale Nursery is more than a plant supplier—it’s a garden center and resource hub for the entire community.
Locally Owned & Operated Since 1974
Over 50 years of deep expertise in South Bay microclimates, native soils, and regional plant care.
Wholesale & Retail Access
Open to the general public, home gardeners, professional landscapers, and bulk contractors alike.
Extensive Plant Inventory
Comprehensive selection of trees, shrubs, seasonal annuals, perennials, and rare Japanese maples.
Drought-Tolerant Leader
Specialized water-wise inventory suited for California’s climate goals and local rebate programs.
Complete Garden Accents
High-end pottery, fountains, architectural statuary, soil amendments, and professional gardening accessories.
Our Plants & Inventory at Central Wholesale Nursery
Trees & Japanese Maples
From shade trees and fruit trees to our signature Japanese maples, we carry specimen trees engineered to thrive in San Jose climate conditions.
Shrubs & Hedges
Explore fast-growing privacy hedges, evergreen shrubs, and flowering bushes suitable for residential and commercial boundaries.
Perennials, Groundcovers & Seasonal Flowers
Add year-round color with pest-resistant perennials, seasonal annual blooms, and groundcovers built for Bay Area landscapes.
Succulents & Drought-Tolerant Selections
Reduce water usage with vibrant succulents, cacti, native grasses, and water-wise varieties curated by our expert San Jose plant nursery team.
Garden Accessories, Pottery & Fountains
Complete your landscape design with imported ceramic pots, durable garden statuary, fountains, and professional planting tools.
Serving Wholesale Professionals & the General Public
At Central Wholesale Nursery, our gates are open to everyone during all business hours:
Landscapers & Contractors
Source healthy wholesale plant stock, shade trees, and groundcovers at competitive bulk rates.
Homeowners & Gardeners
Wander our spacious self-service layout to find inspiration for garden remodels, patio pots, and backyard upgrades.
Developers & HOAs
Complete bulk plant sourcing for large-scale multi-family housing, commercial centers, and municipal developments across San Jose.
Community Grown
Locally Owned for 50 Years
As a family-owned nursery established in 1974, we’ve grown alongside San Jose. Our loyal customers appreciate that we’re not a corporate garden chain—we’re your local partner who knows the Bay Area’s soils, seasons, and styles.
How does your garden grow? With the right plants, service, and guidance—and we’ve been helping customers keep their gardens beautiful year-round for five decades.
Proudly Serving San Jose & Surrounding South Bay Communities
Visit Central Wholesale Nursery for convenient access from San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Palo Alto, Fremont, Mountain View, Morgan Hill, and Gilroy.
Central Wholesale Nursery
1670 McKinley Ave, San Jose, CA 95126
Phone: (408) 280-1131
Hours: Monday – Saturday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM | Sunday: Closed
