Plant Nursery Simulator puts the player in charge of a retail outlet specializing in gardening. The main goal is to turn a small shop into a large business through direct management. Gamers use the computer in the game to order a catalog of goods, including fresh flowers, seeds, inventory, and various decorations. Once delivered, the products must be unpacked and correctly placed on shelves and display cases to attract potential customers, which requires constant maintenance of order in the establishment.