1. a person who owns or works in a nursery where plants are grown for sale

Examples

• The nurseryman recommended the best varieties of roses for our climate.
• She consulted with a local nurseryman about starting her own garden.
• The experienced nurseryman could identify any plant disease at a glance.
• Our nurseryman specializes in native trees and shrubs.
• The nurseryman advised us to plant the seedlings after the last frost.
• He worked as a nurseryman for twenty years before opening his own garden center.