Our Story
Valley Center Nursery was created in 1994 by Robert & Janet Hancock. The first local, one-stop-shop retail nursery to serve the Valley Center community and San Diego County. We first opened our gates off Lilac Road, giving the nursery the name; Lilac Gardens. The nursery coincided with Robert's Landscape & Maintenance. A successful landscape and maintenance company for over 40 years. In 1997, Lilac Gardens moved to a larger location off Valley Center Road. The beginning of a 25+ year stride and today's; Valley Center Nursery. Specializing in perennials, annuals, vegetable & herb starts, fruit trees, trees & shrubs, statuary, garden decor and so much more!
Valley Center Nursery has since been relocated to 29115 Valley Center Road. We're you can find us there 6 days a week, proudly serving our community.

Landscape Services
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Landscape Maintenance
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Tractor / Backhoe Service
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Brush Clearing
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Field Mowing
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Property Cleanup
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Debris / Junk Hauling
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Irrigation Service
Botanical Consulting
Having some botanical issues in your garden or landscape?
We are here to help!
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Plant Deficiency Diagnostics
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Plant Pest Control
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Landscape Design & Maintenance
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Plant Assessment & Advice

Succulents
&
Cactus
You will find a wide variety of Succulents & Cactus, along with other drought tolerant plants. Including rare & unusual specimens, landscape classics, and a great selection for container planting.
Garden Decor
We carry a unique selection of
garden decor such as
Handmade art made by local artist.
Pottery including new and used
Terra-cotta, Glazed & Talavera
Handcrafted birdhouses,
Birdbaths,
Statuary & much more!

Perennials, Annuals & Trees
At VC Nursery, we strive to carry every avenue for your home & garden. You can find perennials, annuals; seasonal color, veggies & herbs, fruit trees, CA natives, a wide variety of trees and shrubs & everything in between.
"Wonderful selection of plants. Super knowledgeable and helpful. If she doesn't have what you're looking for she can often find it and special request it for you. Prices are very reasonable and I always leave with lots of beautiful plants."
- Apryl M.
Yelp
"Janet is always available to give me direction on my visions...she is extremely knowledgable and will let me know if the plants I am in love with will survive our weather conditions...etc. It is a relaxing experience to shop there ...Plus she is just so kind and easy to talk to!"
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- Shawneen B.
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