Welcome to Acer Gardens
We are a family owned and operated retail nursery on 18 acres in Deep River, CT. Acer grows over 1,800 varieties of perennials and annuals, as well as numerous varieties of shrubs and trees. We are known for our extensive selection of Japanese Maples, hence the Latin name Acer.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Acer Gardens takes a short break for the winter. We are closed, and will reopen for retail sales the last week in March, until then, keep dreaming of spring!
NURSERY SERVICES
Container Planting
On-Site Soil & Mulch Loading
Premium Soil & Mulch Deliveries
Curbside Pick-Up
Plant Deliveries
Gardening & Growing Tips
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Gift Cards
Need a gift for a friend or family member who loves plants and the outdoors? We offer gift cards, with no expiration date, that can be used on anything for sale at the Nursery.
Call our office to mail a physical gift card out or order an eGift Card online.

October, November, December Newsletter
Look ahead to late summer and fall and see the subtle color shifts that come to many gardens. Tucking in some fall-blooming plants will help you extend bloom time and may add a new dimension to your flower beds.

Learn Something New
Winter is the perfect time to dream about the future and learn something new. Check out our extensive collection of Garden Handouts and past newsletters, to inspire you and help carry you to the spring. Pruning, Pollinator Gardens, Deer Resistant Plants and so much more!