About Us – The Australian Plant Shop (TAPS)

Who We Are

The Australian Plant Shop (TAPS) is a proud family-owned and operated online plant nursery based in Sydney. We’re a small business with big dreams: to make it easy and affordable for everyone to bring more greenery into their homes, offices, parks, and community spaces across Australia.

We’re recognised as one of Sydney’s best online plant nurseries, with one of the most extensive plant catalogues in all of Australia and a reputation for unbeatable quality. From everyday favourites to rare and exotic finds, we make it possible for anyone to grow beautiful, thriving plants.

Our Story & Mission

TAPS was born from a passion for plants and a dream to build a business with a strong positive impact on people and the environment. We believe that greener cities make for healthier, happier communities. Growing plants is deeply rewarding—it’s good for the mind, good for the planet, and good for the soul.

But not everyone has a green thumb, and that’s okay! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, we provide clear, practical information with each plant to help you succeed. Our goal is simple: help you buy the right plants, help them thrive, and keep you coming back—not because your last plant died, but because it grew so beautifully you wanted more.

How We Source (Quality Without Compromise)

  • Vetted grower network: We work with a large network of professional growers across Australia, each carefully vetted for quality, consistency, and experience.
  • Specialist sourcing: For every plant we sell, we research extensively to find the best grower for that specific species or variety. We don’t just pick at random—our partners are chosen for excellence.
  • Direct from the nursery: Every plant is handpicked by experts and sent directly from the grow nursery, ensuring it reaches you lush, fresh, and healthy.
  • Quality promise: If a plant doesn’t meet our standards at fulfillment, we’ll contact you with a suitable size or variety substitution. If you prefer not to substitute, we’ll issue a full refund—no questions asked.

Delivery Made Easy

  • Direct to your door: We deliver straight from the nursery to your doorstep for maximum freshness.
  • Hand-delivery in Sydney: Within metropolitan Sydney, our plants are hand-delivered with care—not tossed around in courier trucks.
  • We do the heavy lifting: From tubestock to mature trees that require cranes, we make plant buying effortless, no matter the size.

Our Range – Something for Everyone

Our catalogue features one of the most diverse plant selections in Australia, spanning all sizes, styles, and climates:

  • Indoor Plants: Monstera, Peace Lily, Fiddle Leaf Fig, Aglaonema, Zanzibar Gem, Pothos, Rubber Plant
  • Outdoor Favourites: Camellia, Gardenia, Frangipani, Hydrangea, Bougainvillea, Viburnum
  • Australian Natives: Grevillea, Callistemon (Bottlebrush), Kangaroo Paw, Lomandra, Lilly Pilly, Banksia
  • Tropical & Exotic: Palms, Cordyline, Alocasia, Philodendron, Agave, Ferns
  • Hedging & Screening Plants: Cupressus glauca, Murraya, Pittosporum, Syzygium, Photinia
  • Flowering Plants: Clivia, Agapanthus, Jacaranda, Roses, Lavender
  • Succulents & Drought-Tolerant: Aloe, Yucca, Echeveria, Casuarina
  • Trees & Feature Plants: Maples, Magnolias, Olive Trees, Crepe Myrtle, Citrus Trees

If you can’t find the plant or size you’re looking for, contact us—our sourcing team can often locate rare varieties or larger sizes through our extensive grower network.

Support & Care

  • Care guidance: Each plant comes with detailed care instructions so you can grow confidently.
  • Friendly support: We’re real people with real plant experience—ready to help you with advice whenever you need it.

Why Choose The Australian Plant Shop

  • Recognised as one of Sydney’s best online plant nurseries
  • One of Australia’s largest and most diverse plant catalogues
  • Premium plants grown by the country’s top vetted growers
  • Fresh stock delivered straight from the nursery
  • Hand delivery in metropolitan Sydney for maximum care
  • Substitutions or full refunds if quality doesn’t meet our standards
  • Eco-conscious packaging and low-transport impact

Join Our Green Mission

Every order you place helps support our small family business, local growers, and the greater goal of making Australia greener—one plant at a time.

Whether you’re starting a plant collection, greening your office, or transforming a landscape, we’re here to make your experience easy, enjoyable, and inspiring.

Let’s grow something beautiful—together.

Contact us to request a quote, ask about specific plants, or get personalised advice.