Who is required to have a Nursery/Landscaper/Plant dealer license?
If I only sell vegetable plants or other rooted plants to farmers markets, do I need a license?
Do I need a license to sell cut flowers?
When and how often do I need to submit an application for a license? How much does it cost?
I have more than one store. Can I submit one application for all of the stores?
Where can I download the license application?
Where can I get a list of licensed plant dealers in New Hampshire?
What plants are prohibited for sale in New Hampshire?
Where can I find more information?
Who is required to have a Nursery/Landscaper/Plant dealer license?
Any person, firm, partnership, association, or corporation that sells rooted plants in the state of New Hampshire must obtain a Plant Dealer License from the Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food. This includes landscapers that are planting nursery stock for clients in New Hampshire.
If I only sell vegetable plants or other rooted plants to farmers markets, do I need a license?
Yes. You must obtain a license, but you may be eligible for an exemption from the license fee.
Do I need a license to sell cut flowers?
No, you do not need a license unless you sell rooted plants.
When and how often do I need to submit an application for a license? How much does it cost?
The license is valid for the calendar year and must be renewed annually. The cost is $25 per year per store location.
I have more than one store. Can I submit one application for all of the stores?
You can submit one application as long as you attach a list of the stores, their addresses, and contact information for each store. The license fee is $25 per store.
Where can I download the license application?
You can download a copy of the application or call (603) 271-2561 to have a copy mailed to you.
Where can I get a list of licensed plant dealers in New Hampshire?
Download a copy of the licensed plant dealers.
What plants are prohibited for sale in New Hampshire?
List of New Hampshire prohibited plants.
Where can I find more information?
Please visit our Nursery/Plant Dealer page.
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NH Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food
Mailing: PO Box 2042, Concord NH 03302 -2042
Physical: 1 Granite Place South, Suite 211, Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-3551 | fax: (603) 271-1109