Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping and Nursery Partner in Richmond, VA
Cross Creek Nursery has served the Richmond community since 1974, evolving from a small shop called Tropical Treehouse into a trusted leader with 200+ employees and five specialized divisions. Our commitment to personalized customer service remains unwavering, whether guiding clients through plant selection, designing custom outdoor spaces, or providing wedding floral support. We specialize in locally grown plants, comprehensive grounds management, landscape design and installation, interiorscape services, and in-house floristry.Our expertise is rooted in decades of regional experience, with a focus on sustainable practices and community engagement. We hold industry certifications like ICPI for hardscape excellence and offer warranties on installations, ensuring long-term client satisfaction. Through annual community workdays and partnerships with local organizations, we prioritize giving back to the communities we serve.
Services
Landscape Design
Grounds Maintenance
Plant Installation
Floral Services
Nursery Sales
Hardscape Construction
Seasonal Decor
Community Projects
Garden Club
Plant Warranties
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined landscaping expertise with ICPI-certified hardscape installation.
- Our locally grown plants are acclimated to Virginia's climate for superior survival rates.
- We provide personalized design consultations with 3D CAD planning and a $200 credit toward installation.
- Our 5-year craftsmanship warranty on hardscapes ensures long-term durability and client confidence.
- We maintain properties with consistent crews and monthly account manager visits for quality control.
Associations and certifications
- International Concrete Paver Institute (ICPI)
What people say
Friendly and knowledgeable
Beautiful indoor plants
Hard working crew
Excellent communication
Transformation of the yard
Services
Landscape Design & Build
Our landscape design team creates custom outdoor environments from foundation shrubs to full-scale patios with fireplaces. Using locally grown plants and ICPI-certified hardscape techniques, we ensure climate-appropriate durability. Clients receive 3D CAD plans and a 5-year craftsmanship warranty on all hardscape projects.
Grounds Management
We provide weekly property maintenance with consistent crews specializing in mowing, edging, mulching, and seasonal pruning. Our Virginia Turf Grass Council membership ensures best practices for regional grass types. Monthly account manager visits guarantee quality control across residential and commercial properties.
Nursery & Garden Center
With two locations offering 39+ acres of plants, we sell locally grown trees, shrubs, and seasonal flowers. Our inventory includes 100+ varieties of boxwoods, hydrangeas, and native plants. The Garden Club offers $5 rewards per $100 spent and discounted weekly sales for members.
Florist Services
Our florists create custom arrangements for weddings, events, and daily occasions using fresh-cut flowers. With over 60 years of combined experience, we offer same-day delivery across 40+ Richmond zip codes and in-store consultations for personalized designs.
Interiorscape Services
We design and maintain commercial interior landscapes with regular maintenance contracts. Services include plant installation, foliage cleaning, pest control, and free replacements under contract. Custom holiday decor programs feature seasonal wreaths and tree decorations.
People
Gene McAuliffe
Chairman of the Board
Gene McAuliffe founded Cross Creek in 1974 and continues to guide strategic direction while maintaining the company's community-focused values.
Mark McAuliffe
President and CEO
Mark McAuliffe leads daily operations with over 30 years of experience, ensuring the company maintains its reputation for excellence in landscaping.
Jason McAuliffe
President of Retail & Growing Operations
Jason McAuliffe oversees nursery operations and retail locations, managing plant production across 100+ acre farms in Virginia.
Andrew McAuliffe
President of Commercial Services
Andrew McAuliffe directs commercial landscaping divisions, focusing on expanding grounds management and corporate client relationships.
Questions
Do you offer landscaping design consultations?
Yes, we provide on-site consultations with CAD planning. The $200 fee is credited back if we complete your installation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Richmond, Midlothian, Rockville, and surrounding counties including Chesterfield, Hanover, and Amelia.
Do you have plant warranties?
We offer a one-year, one-time replacement warranty on installed trees and shrubs purchased through our nursery.
Can I join the Garden Club?
Yes, our free Garden Club offers $5 rewards per $100 spent and exclusive weekly sales on plants and garden items.
Are your plants locally grown?
Yes, most plants come from our Nottoway and Hanover farms, ensuring climate-acclimated stock for Virginia gardens.
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