Business Details
39 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscaping Services in Pennington, NJ
Stony Brook Gardens was founded in 1987 when Andrew R. and Kristin Willey purchased and restored a historic dairy barn to establish the business. The company received Hopewell Township's first-ever Historic Preservation Award in 1989 for its renovation efforts. We specialize in landscape design, installation, and retail garden center operations, growing many of our products at Blue Mist Hollow Farm to ensure quality. Our team of trained professionals offers customized solutions for residential clients, including landscape consultations, master planning, and hardscaping services.With over 30 years of experience, we maintain a commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Our mission focuses on delivering cutting-edge landscaping solutions while preserving environmental integrity through native plant expertise. We serve as a comprehensive resource for plants, garden tools, and decorative elements, combining historic charm with modern horticultural practices.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Center
Patios
Fences
Trellises
Plant Sales
Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer a patented design/build approach ensuring project integrity
- Our team includes certified landscape designers with 30+ years experience
- We grow 80% of our plant material at Blue Mist Hollow Farm
- Recipient of Hopewell Township's first Historic Preservation Award
- We provide personalized one-hour landscape consultations with experts
What people say
Perfect healthy trees
Helpful and friendly staff
Unique plant selection
Beautiful Christmas shop
Talented knowledgeable staff
Services
Landscape Design
Our professional designers create customized landscape plans tailored to your property's unique characteristics. We assess sun patterns, drainage, and existing vegetation while incorporating your aesthetic preferences and maintenance capabilities. The process includes detailed scaled drawings with plant selections and hardscape recommendations.
Garden Center
Our retail center offers extensive plant selections including nursery stock, perennials, and annuals grown at Blue Mist Hollow Farm. We provide gardening tools, decorative elements, and seasonal offerings like Christmas trees and wreaths. Products are curated for local climate suitability and quality assurance.
Patios
We design and install custom patios using premium materials that complement your home's architecture. Our construction specialists assess existing spaces for renovation or create new outdoor living areas with proper drainage and structural integrity considerations.
Fences
Our fencing services combine practicality with aesthetics, offering privacy solutions and plant support structures. We install durable fencing systems that enhance property boundaries while maintaining visual appeal through integrated plantings.
Trellises
We create custom trellis and arbor installations that add dimension to outdoor spaces. These structures support climbing plants like roses and ivy while creating focal points in gardens. Designs range from functional to ornamental based on client preferences.
People
Andrew R. Willey
Co-Owner
Co-founder with over 35 years in horticulture, holding a BS in Plant Science from Rutgers University. Leads landscape design operations and farm production.
Kristin Willey
Co-Owner
Co-founder managing day-to-day operations, combining business expertise with horticultural knowledge to maintain service quality standards.
Questions
What services does Stony Brook Gardens offer?
We provide full-service landscaping including design, installation, and maintenance, plus a retail garden center with plants and decor.
Do you offer landscape consultations?
Yes, we provide one-hour landscape consultations for $95 to assess property needs and discuss improvement options.
Where are you located?
We operate from our historic facility in Pennington, NJ, serving surrounding areas including Princeton and Hopewell Township.
Can I purchase gift cards?
Yes, we offer gift cards available for purchase through our website or in-store for any gardening needs.
What makes you different from other garden centers?
Our unique combination of historic preservation, on-site plant production, and personalized design services sets us apart in the region.
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