The best and most unique flowers around. This gardening season I was fascinated by Brock Farms, first of all because they were the first farm in spring to have violas. I called couple of nurseries in Central Jersey at the end of Feb, beginning of March, no one had Violas. Finally, I could find them only in Brock Farms and in a very rare pastel color palette. The variety of colors was big, all plants were healthy. So I was the first one to have the flowers in spring in my neighborhood ;) Secondly, the noted thing about this farm they treat the plants with all respect, there are no upside down plants, there are no dehydrated plants, like you can see in many others places (❗️e.g I never buy plants at Walmart or big size nursery, as the plants are starving there, they treat the plants in masses and after all they throw the plants away). On the contrary Brock Farms is a small local farm, they take care of each and every plant, the display is done very accurately, the variety is amazing. Mid summer, I found very nice healthy local to North America Gaillardias, which until now brings me a lot of joy. Brock farms has flowers to each taste, the variety is large. Thirdly, they have a good organic soil and the European produced breathable clay/ceramic pots (Italy, Germany) of a very good quality. I go to this farm specially for those. My plants love those pots, because of the pores which provides the oxygen to the roots. One more tip: most of the glazed-ceramic pots look nice, but they make it very hard for a plant roots to breath and they are not good if you have excess of water, the plant will be always “swamped” So for me the unglazed ceramic are the most perfect pots ever. Fourth reason is COVID safety, Brock Farms has most of the spaces openair or very good ventilated. This brings a lot of confidence, because you see that they care about people and their associates. But of course make sure once you visit the farm, don’t forget to...
Read moreThis place DESERVES 5 stars!! Had an issue with a bug/mite problem after a recent purchase and they accepted the return and said they will work with and notify their supplier to prevent further issues. The other 2 varieties of the plant didn't have pest issues and are looking quite healthy.
Not only that, but this is one of the ONLY nurseries that offers such a variety of veggies and fruits! I.e. 5 different types of figs, 50+ different types of tomatoes, 20+ different cucumber, 10+ different pumpkins, and don't forget just the astonishing amount of flowers i.e. many varieties of marigolds, etc would highly recommend!! You also get help and don't feel rushed!! Unlike Gasco's!! While gasco's has cheapest prices around, you won't find the varieties Brock's carries there. Period. And they're not that much more. Do shop here! I will be returning and loyal as they have proven they are above the other nurseries by offering to help you. Let's hope they can keep up with demand...
Read moreReally a great local farm style, pumpkin picking experience, just a short way North of Brock farms garden center. Spooky (with PG rated thrills) wagon ride. And perfect pumpkins, laid out (not grown) on a grassy field.
Small corn maize for the kids and a gourd cart. $1.39/lb for gourds, $5 for corn stalks. Simple local and classic Americana. $5pp for the 15min wagon ride, seemed steep at first, but the surprise was well worth it for the little ones.
If your looking for a simple October trip, without all the fanfare, crowds or plastic junk getting in the way. It'll bring you back to simple pumpkin picking and hayrides of your childhood.
We stopped by the Garden center down the road afterwarda for some great late season perennial plant deals. And a monsterous array of Halloween decorations...
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