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Transform Your Outdoor Space with Expert Landscaping & Garden Services
Meadows Farms Nurseries is a family-owned and operated business that has served the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area since 1960. Founded by Bill The Farmer Meadows and Betty Meadows as a small roadside produce market, we have grown into the third-largest independent garden center in the United States. Our team of experienced professionals provides comprehensive landscaping solutions, lawn care services, and pest control while maintaining a commitment to environmental stewardship through locally sourced native plants and pollinator-friendly selections. With 16 retail locations and a full-service landscape division, we offer a wide range of plants, including trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, and edibles. Our dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in our knowledgeable staff, lifetime warranty on landscaping work, and personalized service that has earned us a loyal customer base. We prioritize community engagement through annual events like Alzheimers Day awareness and Pink Day breast cancer donation drives, as well as seasonal fundraising opportunities for local organizations.

Our retail garden centers feature regular family-friendly activities, including kids crafting events, Easter Egg Hunts, and Fall Festivals, making us a destination for both practical needs and memorable experiences. By combining decades of horticultural expertise with innovative services like our Pick and Plant program, we ensure every customer receives tailored solutions for their outdoor spaces. Our Mosquito Shield franchise and Perimeter Shield pest control services extend our capabilities to protect both residential and commercial properties. Through continuous expansion of our product offerings and service areas across Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C., we remain focused on delivering quality plants, exceptional service, and lasting value to our customers.
Services
Landscaping Design Lawn Maintenance Mosquito Control Plant Sales Garden Center Edibles Selection Native Plants Pollinator Gardens Seasonal Events Community Fundraising
Details
  • Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
  • Family-owned since 1960 with 16 local locations
  • Full-service landscaping and lawn care solutions
  • Lifetime Warranty on all landscaping work
  • Specialized Mosquito Shield and Perimeter Shield pest control
  • Community-focused with annual charity initiatives
Services
Landscaping Design
Our professional designers create custom outdoor spaces tailored to your property and preferences. From initial consultation to final installation, we handle all aspects of landscape development. Our team ensures proper plant selection, hardscape integration, and long-term maintenance planning to maximize your investment's value and beauty.
Lawn Maintenance
Comprehensive lawn care services include mowing, edging, fertilization, and seasonal cleanups. Our technicians use professional-grade equipment and proven techniques to maintain healthy turfgrass. We offer both one-time services and recurring maintenance plans to keep your property looking pristine year-round.
Mosquito Control
Mosquito Shield franchise services protect outdoor living areas from biting insects. Our technicians apply EPA-registered treatments every 60-75 days to create protective barriers around properties. This system effectively reduces mosquito populations while minimizing environmental impact through targeted application methods.
Plant Sales
We offer extensive selections of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, and houseplants at 16 retail locations. Our inventory includes regionally appropriate species and specialty collections for pollinators and edible gardens. Customers receive expert guidance on plant selection and care from our knowledgeable staff.
Pick and Plant
This service handles all aspects of plant installation for homeowners. Our crew manages soil preparation, plant placement, and proper installation techniques. Customers receive professional results without needing gardening tools, equipment, or technical expertise while enjoying a transformed outdoor space.
People
Jay Meadows
President
Jay Meadows leads the company his parents founded in 1960, overseeing operations across 16 locations and multiple service divisions. With decades of horticultural experience, he has expanded the business into one of the Mid-Atlantic's largest landscaping providers while maintaining family values and community commitment.
Bill The Farmer Meadows
Founder
Bill The Farmer Meadows established the business in 1960 as a roadside produce market in Northern Virginia. His vision for quality plants and customer service laid the foundation for the company's growth into a regional leader in horticultural services and garden retail.
Betty Meadows
Co-Founder
Betty Meadows partnered with her husband Bill to build the business from its humble beginnings. Her contributions helped establish the company's reputation for exceptional customer service and community involvement that continues through three generations of family ownership.
Questions
What services does Meadows Farms Nurseries offer?
We provide landscaping design/installation, lawn maintenance, mosquito control, plant sales, and garden center services across Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C.
How long has Meadows Farms Nurseries been in business?
Since 1960, when Bill and Betty Meadows established our first roadside produce market in Northern Virginia.
Do you offer professional landscaping services?
Yes, our full-service landscape division includes design, installation, and maintenance with a lifetime warranty on all work.
Are your plants locally sourced?
We prioritize locally grown and sourced native plants to support regional ecosystems and pollinator habitats.
What community initiatives do you support?
We organize annual charity drives for Alzheimer's awareness and breast cancer research, plus seasonal fundraising programs for local schools and organizations.
Do you have garden centers with plant selections?
Yes, 16 retail locations offer extensive plant inventories including trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, and edibles for home gardeners.
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