“…These qualified physiologists had the courage to grow only indigenous plants when they weren’t terribly popular……they are a mine of valuable information when it comes to choosing the correct species and plant suitability.” – Franchesca Watson, House and Garden.

“…What delighted me was the sensory element: new shapes, textures and fragrances” – Rupert Jefferies, Cape Chat.

“…If you are looking for indigenous plants for the garden and sound advice on what will grow where, then this is the place to visit.” – Marianne Alexander, Country Life.

Good Hope Gardens was established a quarter of a century ago in Hout Bay, and moved to its present location over the road from Cape Point Nature Reserve in 1986. At the very beggining it was named Fourways Nursery, then Good Hope Nursery and now Good Hope Gardens!

We started growing indigenous plants for sale to other retail nurseries, and are proud that Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Table Mountain National Parks are among our valued customers.

At last the general public are becoming aware of environmental issues and that our country has a multitude of tough drought resistant plants. With water restrictions increasing over the years, the public interest in indigenous plants has been remarkable. To cater for this demand we have increased our range and decided to open our nursery to the general public on a larger scale.

We have hundreds of indigenous species on our data base, these range from local fynbos to sub tropical trees, and the majority of these are grown at the nursery under harsh Cape Point weather conditions. Our well trained staff uses only organic growing media, fertilizers and pest control.

Our sales and landscaping staff will be able to assist you in choosing the right plants for your particular garden and advising on how best to maintain your garden with respect to feeding, watering and pruning. Using plants suitable to your environment means that watering and maintenance of your garden is much reduced.

So take a drive to Cape Point - a rare treat for some - and 4.5km south of Scarborough and 1.5 km from Redhill Y-Junction along the M65 is where you will find us. While you are visiting you can relax in our beautiful outdoor tea garden and wander up the succulent footpath while your children play in the playground. Its only 30 minutes from Constantia and well worth the trip!

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MEET OUR TEAM!

Gael Gray

 Co-founder and owner of Good Hope Gardens Nursery, she has done groundbreaking work in introducing previously unused indigenous species into the horticultural trade.

She suppies Kirstenbosch Botanical Society, has worked with SANP and is a trustee/consultant for Wildcliff Nature Reserve in the Langeberg. She has a wealth of indigenous plant knowledge!

Thomas Gray

A hands-on garden designer, Tom runs Good Hope Landscaping. He is full of energy and creative ideas including garden furniture, water features, landscaping, wooden jungle gyms and roof gardens.

Roushanna Gray

She has opened up a delightful farmstall that offers local produce and products, home baked goods, organic veg and the best African origin coffees. She is also the events and marketing manager for the nursery and organizer of the Fynbos Walks.

 Zandi Daweti

 She is our administrator and bookkeeper. Any account queries can be put to her. With her lovely smile and cheerful telephone manner, she is always willing to help and sort out any accounting problems.

Landscaping Team

From left to right is Lutho, Kaya, Tom, Joe and Mabuthi. They help create all the beautiful gardens seen in the photo gallery.

 Roger Gray

Co-founder and property owner of Good Hope Nursery, Roger also started the famous Good Hope Landscaping which his son Tom has now taken over.