Our Story

Woodend Nurseries is a North Canterbury company established in 1985, boasting a passionate staff with 132 years combined knowledge and experience. We are one of the few independent nurseries left in the country under the leadership of respected nurseryman Stuart Hide. The company has expanded over recent times, with an extensive selection of high quality, locally grown plants on just over two and a half acres.

Our Plants

We specialise in Fruit, Edibles, Shrubs, Trees, Hedging, Forestry and Shelter. We also have a range of Perennials, Annuals, Roses and Dry Goods.

Why Visit Us

Our range of Fruit Trees, Edibles, and Deciduous Trees is the largest in Canterbury, so you will be sure to find just what you are looking for, or we can source it for you!

New Zealand’s favourite garden centre of the year 2020

What People Are Saying

“Absolutely love this place. The selection is huge and I love that they also have house plants. The staff are absolutely amazing. Day always made after a visit there.”

— Nicole

“Amazing staff! Very accommodating and go above and beyond to meet your needs. Great communication. Highly recommend.”

— Erin

“This nursery has such a huge and wide variety of plants, shrubs, trees and everything in between. Excellent prices, fabulous service and a gorgeous gift shop too.”

— Chris

“We live in Lincoln and travel to Woodend as find Stuart and the staff just amazing. Stuart is so very helpful and always willing to go the extra mile. Cannot recommend them highly enough!”

— Jo