“…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 Nursery 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.

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

At last the general public is 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 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 and Roger Gray

Founders and owners of Good Hope Nursery, they have done groundbreaking work in introducing previously unused indigenous species into the horticultural trade.

They suppy Kirstenbosch Botanical Society, have worked with SANP and are trustee/consultants for Wildcliff Nature Reserve in the Langeberg.

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.

Eugenia Mathayi

During the week she is in the retail to help with her friendly service and keen knowledge of plants.

Rupert Becker

Rupert has been assisting in the retail for many years. He has an excellent horticultural knowledge which he is always willing to share and also manages our irrigation and water supply.

Florida Mathayi

Flor has been with us for over 20 years . She is in charge of propagating all our indigenous plants. She has an astounding knowledge and interest in fynbos. She also does weekend duty in the retail.

Roushanna Gray

She has opened up a delightful tea garden that offers her delicious wheat-free home baked goods. She is also the events and marketing manager for the nursery and manages the Fynbos Ecolodge.

Thomas Gray

A hands-on garden designer, he is full of energy and creative ideas including garden furniture, water features, landscaping and jungle gyms.

Landscaping Team

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