Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Rare Perennials in Connecticut
McCue Gardens has been cultivating rare and native perennials since 1967, when founder Bruce McCue began growing pansies at age 13. Today, we offer over 1,500 varieties of perennials and wildflowers to both retail and wholesale customers across New England. Our nursery in historic Wethersfield, Connecticut, combines decades of horticultural expertise with a commitment to preserving native plant species. We specialize in providing both common and hard-to-find plants, supporting garden centers and landscapers throughout the region. Our team maintains a deep understanding of plant cultivation, offering expert guidance through workshops, plant talks, and hands-on nursery experiences.We operate with transparency, ensuring customers understand our seasonal availability and growing practices. With over 50 years of continuous service, we remain a family-owned business dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction. Our working hours accommodate both casual visitors and professional buyers, with clear communication about seasonal availability. We maintain strong relationships with long-term wholesale partners while welcoming retail customers to explore our growing fields. Our focus on education and community engagement reflects our commitment to fostering plant appreciation in both professional and amateur gardeners.
Services
Perennials
Wildflowers
Wholesale Catalogs
Plant Talks
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer over 1,500 perennial varieties for professional and retail customers
- Family-owned since 1967 with generational horticultural expertise
- We maintain strong relationships with New England wholesale partners
- Our team provides expert plant guidance through educational workshops
- We combine traditional growing methods with modern horticultural practices
Services
Perennials
We cultivate over 1,500 varieties of rare and native perennials for both retail and wholesale customers. Our selection includes both common and hard-to-find species, supporting diverse landscaping needs. Each plant is grown using traditional horticultural methods that prioritize natural growth patterns and soil health.
Wildflowers
Our wildflower collection focuses on native species that support local ecosystems and pollinators. We maintain seasonal availability charts to help customers plan their purchases. These plants are particularly popular with conservation-minded landscapers and ecological restoration projects across New England.
Wholesale Catalogs
We provide comprehensive wholesale catalogs detailing our current plant availability and pricing structures. These resources help nursery partners plan their inventory needs throughout the growing season. Our catalogs include both digital and printable formats for customer convenience.
Plant Talks
Bruce McCue offers expert-led plant talks covering perennial cultivation and native plant preservation. These sessions benefit garden clubs and professional organizations seeking specialized horticultural knowledge. Topics focus on practical growing techniques and regional plant adaptation.
Workshops
We host seasonal workshops covering perennial care and native plant integration. These hands-on sessions teach proper planting techniques and maintenance practices. Participants receive direct access to our growing experts for personalized guidance.
People
Bruce McCue
Founder
Bruce McCue started growing plants at 13 and has operated McCue Gardens since 1967. He specializes in perennial cultivation and native plant preservation, sharing expertise through educational programs.
Cindy McCue
Co-Operator
Cindy McCue works alongside Bruce managing daily nursery operations in Wethersfield. She contributes to customer relations and maintains the nursery's commitment to quality plant stock.
Questions
What types of plants does McCue Gardens offer?
We specialize in over 1,500 varieties of rare and native perennials, including both common garden plants and hard-to-find species for professional landscapers and home gardeners.
Do you serve both retail and wholesale customers?
Yes, we provide plants to retail customers through our Wethersfield nursery and supply wholesale partners across the New England region.
How can I request a wholesale catalog?
Complete our online catalog request form or contact us directly at 860.529.5967 to receive our current wholesale pricing and availability information.
Are plant talks available for community groups?
Bruce McCue offers educational plant talks covering perennial cultivation and native plant preservation. Contact us to schedule a session for your garden club or organization.
What are your retail nursery hours?
Our nursery is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We're closed on Sundays and national holidays.
