About EverydayWits
Hi, we’re Petra and Kev.
Since 2004, we’ve been running our own wholesale plant nursery from our home property. We started small — just the two of us — and we’ve stayed that way on purpose. No staff, no stress, no big overheads. Just a hands-on business that gives us a good lifestyle while doing something we love.
Our nursery runs on about an acre, but the same approach could be done on an even smaller footprint.
Over the years, we’ve worn every hat:
- Propagating and potting plants
- Watering, feeding, and keeping them healthy
- Picking out orders for customers
- Delivering plants ourselves
- Invoicing and office work
- Even building our own website (yep, you’re looking at it)
We sell anything we know will grow well and make money, from hardy ornamentals to quick-turnaround plants that keep the cash flowing. That practical, real-world approach is what’s kept our nursery profitable for more than 20 years.
Why EverydayWits?
When we started, there wasn’t a clear, no-nonsense guide to building a small plant nursery. We had to figure it out the hard way: what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid the common mistakes that waste time and money.
EverydayWits is our way of passing on that knowledge. It’s for anyone who’s thinking:
- Could I start a nursery at home?
- Is it actually profitable?
- What do I need before I dive in?
We don’t pretend this is easy. But with the right approach, it’s absolutely possible to build a small nursery that’s both profitable and sustainable — without the headaches of managing staff or taking on debt.
Our Philosophy
- Keep it simple: Don’t overcomplicate things. Start small, grow steadily.
- Work with what you’ve got: Use the land, tools, and time you already have.
- Profit matters: A nursery isn’t just about growing plants — it’s about building a business that pays its way.
- Lifestyle first: A nursery should give you freedom, not stress.
We hope the guides and resources here help you avoid the mistakes we made and build the kind of nursery that fits your life.
— Petra & Kev