🌳 Frequently Asked Questions
🛒 Do you sell gardening supplies too?
A: Absolutely! Our Garden Shop is your number one stop for all things gardening in Ballarat. We stock everything you need to plant and care for your new trees and plants, including:
🌱 Tree stakes, jute tie, and tree rubbers
🌿 Premium slow-release fertilisers
🐞 Insecticides and organic insect control
🌾 Herbicides and organic weed control
🪴 Soil conditioners and mulch
🏡 Garden ornaments and more
And the best part? Our wholesale prices extend to every shop item, so everyone can enjoy quality gardening products at lower prices. 🛍️ Browse our full range online: www.ballaratnursery.com/shop
Q: Where can I buy advanced trees in Ballarat or the Central Highlands?
A: Visit our full catalogue of premium advanced trees, all locally grown for Ballarat conditions.
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Q: Can I buy advanced trees directly from Ballarat Advanced Tree Nursery?
A: Yes—purchase online or book a personalised tour to buy direct from our farm.
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Q: Where can I buy advanced trees in Cardigan?
A: We are located in Cardigan and sell directly to the public.
👉 Location & Booking
Q: Where can I find advanced trees grown in Victoria?
A: All of our trees are grown locally in Ballarat for Victorian conditions.
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Q: Where can I buy hedging plants suitable for Ballarat climate?
A: Explore our hardy hedge range ideal for privacy and screening.
👉 Hedging Trees
🌾 Grasses & Ground Covers
Q: Best wholesale nursery for grasses in Central Highlands?
A: We supply bulk ornamental grasses and native species.
👉 Grasses
Q: Where can I order shrubs and ground covers online in Cardigan?
A: Order online for pickup or delivery.
👉 Ground Covers
Q: Where can I buy ground covers suitable for Central Highlands gardens?
A: Browse our full ground cover range.
👉 Ground Covers
❄️ Frost & Drought Tolerance
Q: Which trees handle Ballarat’s frosts and summer heat?
A: Check our hardy evergreen options and cold-tolerant deciduous trees, both well-suited to Ballarat’s climate.
👉 Ever-Green Trees
👉 Deciduous Trees
Q: Where to buy frost-resistant trees near Ballarat?
A: Our entire advanced tree range is grown to thrive in local frosty conditions.
👉 Ever-Green Trees | Deciduous Trees
Q: Where to find drought-resistant shrubs in Victoria?
A: See our drought-hardy natives and ornamentals.
👉 Natives
🛒 Ordering & Delivery
Q: Can I order plants online and pick them up?
A: Yes, order online then book a convenient pickup appointment.
👉 Book Online
Q: Does Ballarat Advanced Tree Nursery offer local delivery?
A: Yes—we deliver throughout Ballarat and the Central Highlands.
👉 Delivery Information
Q: Best place to order fruit trees online in Ballarat?
A: Order fruit trees directly through our website for pickup or delivery.
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🌱 Garden Care & Supplies
Q: Where to get stakes and fertilizers for plants in Central Highlands?
A: We stock quality stakes, ties, and fertilisers.
👉 Tree Maintenance
Q: Best place to order potting mixes in Victoria?
A: Our premium potting mixes are available to order online.
👉 Planting & Soil Preparation
Q: Best place to buy local potting mix, sugar cane mulch, permafert and soil conditioners in Ballarat?
A: We carry a full range of soil products and conditioners.
👉 Planting & Soil Preparation
Q: Where to find pest and disease control products in Ballarat?
A: Speak with our horticulturists for tailored solutions.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
Q: How to choose pest control products for gardens in Cardigan?
A: Our team can recommend safe, effective products for local conditions.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
Q: Best place to buy Topbuxus products for my buxus hedge grow and health mix
A: Contact us to check current stock and advice for Buxus care.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
🍎 Fruit & Edibles
Q: How to care for fruit trees in Ballarat's climate?
A: See our step-by-step guide and get personalised advice during a tour.
👉 Planting & Care Guide
Q: What fruit trees grow best in Ballarat?
A: We stock a wide range of apples, pears, plums, and more.
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Q: Can you help me choose fruit trees for a small garden?
A: Absolutely—book a personalised consultation.
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🏡 Landscaping & Projects
Q: Do you supply advanced trees for council or commercial projects?
A: We provide wholesale and trade supply.
👉 Wholesale Sales
Q: Can you recommend instant privacy planting for rural blocks?
A: Our screening trees are ideal for quick privacy.
👉 Screening Trees
Q: Can you help design a windbreak or shelterbelt for acreage?
A: Yes—see our dedicated windbreak tree range.
👉 Windbreak Trees
Q: Which trees give the best autumn colour in Ballarat?
A: Browse our vibrant deciduous trees.
👉 Deciduous Trees
Q: What is the best time of year to plant advanced trees?
A: Read our planting guide for seasonal advice.
👉 Planting Guide
Q: What types of plants does Ballarat Advanced Tree Nursery grow for Ballarat climate?
A: We offer the region’s largest range of advanced trees, hedging plants, grasses, natives, and more.
👉 Categories Overview
Q: Can you source rare or specialty trees on request?
A: We can often source unique specimens—just contact us.
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🌿 Local Climate & Garden Challenges
Q: What trees cope best with Ballarat’s cold winters and hot, dry summers?
A: Our climate-ready evergreens and deciduous trees are ideal.
👉 Ever-Green Trees | Deciduous Trees
Q: Which plants are best for heavy clay soils common around Ballarat?
A: Book a free nursery consultation to discuss soil preparation and suitable species.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
Q: How can I create a garden that survives Ballarat’s frosty mornings?
A: Many natives and cold-hardy ornamentals thrive here.
👉 Natives or Book a Nursery Tour
🕊️ Privacy & Shelter
Q: What are the best fast-growing trees for privacy screens?
A: Explore our dedicated screening range.
👉 Screening Trees
Q: How can I protect my garden from strong Ballarat winds?
A: We can design windbreak plantings tailored to your property.
👉 Windbreak Trees or Book a Nursery Tour
🔥 Fire-Wise Gardening
Q: Are there trees and shrubs that are more fire-retardant?
A: Yes—species with higher moisture content and low flammability can help reduce risk.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
Q: How can I plan a fire-wise garden around my home?
A: Our qualified horticulturists can recommend layout and species for defensible space.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
🌱 Low-Maintenance Gardens & Sustainable Choice Trees & Plants
Q: What are the best low-maintenance trees for busy homeowners?
A: Choose hardy evergreens or slow-growing deciduous trees that need minimal pruning.
👉 Ever-Green Trees or Book a Nursery Tour
Q: Can I create a drought-tolerant garden to reduce watering?
A: Absolutely—our native range is perfect for water-wise planting.
👉 Natives
Q: How can I improve soil health naturally for long-term low maintenance?
A: See our soil prep guide and discuss amendments with our team.
👉 Planting & Soil Preparation
🌸 Seasonal & Design Questions
Q: Which trees give the most spectacular autumn colour in Ballarat?
A: Liquidambar, ornamental pears, Japanese maples and more.
👉 Deciduous Trees
Q: What flowering trees look best in spring?
A: Crab apples, flowering plums and ornamental pears are stand-outs.
👉 Deciduous Trees
Q: How can I design a garden that attracts bees and birds year-round?
A: Natives and mixed flowering species provide nectar through all seasons.
👉 Natives
💧 Water & Irrigation
Q: What irrigation system works best for new advanced trees?
A: We recommend drip irrigation for efficient watering—our team can advise on irrigation ideas and the best places to shop.
👉 Book a Nursery Tour
Q: How often should I water new plantings in Ballarat’s climate?
A: Frequency varies with species and season; our horticulturists will give you a tailored schedule.
👉 Tree Maintenance
💲 Pricing & Value
Q: Why are your prices so competitive?
A: We grow most stock on-site, cutting out middle-men and keeping costs low.
👉 About Us
Wholesale & Trade Tree Orders –
Q: Do you sell trees wholesale in Ballarat?
A: Yes. We supply wholesale trees in Ballarat to landscapers, builders, developers, councils and trade customers. We specialise in advanced trees grown for local conditions, with a strong focus on cool-climate and frost-tolerant varieties.
Q: Can landscapers and builders buy trees at wholesale prices?
A: Yes. Wholesale pricing is available for landscapers, builders, gardeners, developers and commercial projects, whether you are ordering for a single job or ongoing work.
We regularly supply:
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Landscape contractors
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Builders and developers
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Commercial property projects
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Schools and institutions
👉 Our wholesale stock list is available through Evergreen Connect.
👉 As well as our trade portal here.
Q: Do you supply advanced trees for landscaping projects?
A: Yes. Advanced trees are our specialty.
We grow and supply premium advanced trees for instant impact, including trees suitable for:
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New homes and developments
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Boundary and privacy planting
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Streetscapes and reserves
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Commercial and public spaces
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Our stock is grown outdoors and hardened to real conditions.
Q: Do you supply councils and government projects?
A: Yes. We supply local councils and large-scale commercial projects across Victoria, including:
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Parks and reserves
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Road reserves and streetscapes
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Nature strip planting programs
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Infrastructure and civil works projects
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We can assist with species selection, batch consistency, staging and project timelines.
Q: Where can I see your wholesale tree availability?
A: Our wholesale stock list is available through Evergreen Connect.
👉 As well as our trade portal here.
Trade customers can use Evergreen Connect to:
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View current availability
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Check pot sizes and tree forms
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Request wholesale pricing
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Enquire or order for projects
👉 Search for Ballarat Advanced Tree Nursery on Evergreen Connect.
Q: Can I inspect and tag trees before purchasing?
A: Yes. All nursery visits are by appointment only.
Trade customers are welcome to book a visit to:
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Inspect advanced tree quality
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Tag trees for specific projects
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Discuss quantities, lead times and logistics
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Get advice from qualified horticulturists
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Appointments ensure you receive dedicated, uninterrupted service.
Q: Do you offer delivery for wholesale and trade orders?
A: Yes. We offer local delivery for wholesale and trade tree orders, with pricing based on:
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Delivery location
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Order size and weight
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Site access and vehicle clearance
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For orders further away we can recommend a freight company.
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Delivery can be coordinated to suit project staging or site requirements.
👉 More information of delivery here
Q: Are your trees suitable for Ballarat and cold climates?
A: Yes. Our trees are grown with Ballarat’s climate in mind, including:
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Frost and cold winter conditions
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Wind exposure
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Heavy and clay soils
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This makes our stock ideal for Ballarat and regional Victorian conditions.
Q: Do you grow your own trees?
A: Yes. We grow a large proportion of our stock on-site at our Ballarat farm.
Growing locally allows us to maintain quality, consistency and supply reliability for wholesale and trade customers.
Q: Can I place a bulk or project-based tree order?
A: Yes. We regularly supply bulk tree orders for landscaping, developments and council projects. Orders can be staged or supplied in batches to suit project timelines.
👉 Contact us directly to discuss availability and pricing,
Q: Do you provide plant health or biosecurity certification?
A: Yes. Where required, we can assist with plant health and biosecurity certification for regulated or interstate movements, subject to current requirements.
Q: How do I place a wholesale or trade order?
A: You can:
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👉 View and enquire via Evergreen Connect, or
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👉 Contact us directly to discuss availability and pricing, or
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👉 Email us directly - ballaratadvancedtreenursery@gmail.com
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Trade enquiries are welcome at any stage of project planning.