Kentucky Office of the State Entomologist
Do I Need a Nursery or Nursery Dealer License?
Please read carefully, even if the business is not a “nursery”, a license may still be needed.
Remember, when in doubt, it's best to ask!
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| Am I involved in any of the following areas listed? | Do I need a license? Yes or No |
| Annuals/bedding plants only | No |
| Cut flowers | No |
| Daylilies | Yes |
| Flea market sales | Yes |
| Garden center | Yes |
| Houseplants only | No |
| Landscape/landscape contractor, even if no plants are kept on premises | Yes |
| Lawn maintenance (hedge trimming, mowing, etc, no planting of material) | No |
| Mulch providers | No |
| Perennials only | Yes |
| Production nursery | Yes |
| Roses only | Yes |
| Sod producers | Yes |
| Vegetable production only | No |