Wholesale Plants in Cessnock

Apples with low-to-moderate chill requirements, stone fruit (peach, nectarine, plum), citrus, figs, pomegranate and table or wine grapes are commonly grown across the Hunter Valley when varieties match local chill hours and frost exposure. Choose rootstocks compatible with your soil drainage and expected mature size. Slightly elevated or well-drained sites near Nulkaba perform better for many deciduous fruit trees, while protected pockets in coastal-influenced Newcastle and Lake Macquarie can extend the range for subtropical species like some citrus or passionfruit. Local nursery guidance helps match variety to microclimate.

Winter through early spring is prime time for planting bare-root deciduous trees, roses and many dormant ornamentals in the Hunter Valley because cooler soil and regular rainfall support root establishment before summer heat. Container-grown plants give more flexibility, but avoiding extreme summer afternoons reduces transplant shock. Prepare holes with organic matter where appropriate, check drainage in heavier Hunter clays and water deeply after planting. Mulching helps regulate soil temperature as the weather warms across Maitland and Newcastle districts.

Start by confirming species list, sizes and approximate quantities required at each stage of the project. Contact the nursery with lead times so they can confirm current stock, propagate to order or secure supply from partnering growers. Provide substitute species where flexibility exists—seasonal swings affect availability, especially for specialty fruit trees and grape vines. For projects serving councils, schools or new estates across the Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie, staged deliveries or pickups reduce on-site holding stress and help match planting windows to weather forecasts.