Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Centertown, MO
Established in 1987 by Alice Longfellow and Bob Call, our garden center has grown from a family-run greenhouse into a trusted community hub for all things horticultural. In 2020, we strengthened our capabilities through a strategic partnership with All-n-One Outdoor Solutions while maintaining our original commitment to quality plants and expert guidance tailored to central Missouri's unique growing conditions. Our team combines decades of horticultural expertise with a passion for helping customers create thriving outdoor spaces. We specialize in offering both common and rare plant varieties, complemented by a comprehensive selection of gardening supplies and botanical accessories. Beyond retail, we actively foster community connections through seasonal events, greenhouse yoga sessions, and venue hosting for weddings and personal celebrations.Our knowledgeable staff provides personalized support for every gardening journey, from initial design to ongoing maintenance. Located just west of Jefferson City in Centertown, we remain dedicated to making beautiful landscaping accessible to all central Missouri residents. Our philosophy of combining tradition with innovation ensures customers receive both time-tested favorites and cutting-edge horticultural solutions. With over 35 years of local experience, we continue to cultivate relationships with our community while expanding our product offerings and services. Our mission remains to provide not just plants, but complete outdoor living solutions that enhance both properties and lives.
Services
Landscape Trees
Shrubs
Annuals
Perennials
Gift Cards
Event Hosting
Botanical Accessories
Container Plants
Wedding Venue
Gardening Supplies
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of local horticultural expertise and family tradition
- Our partnership with All-n-One Outdoor Solutions expands service capabilities
- We carry both common favorites and hard-to-find plant specimens
- We host community-building seasonal events and educational programs
- Our team provides personalized guidance for complete outdoor transformations
Services
Landscape Trees
We offer a comprehensive selection of landscape trees suited for Missouri's climate, including Arborvitae varieties, Ginkgo, Maple, and Oak species. Our experts help customers choose appropriate trees based on property size, soil conditions, and aesthetic goals. Each purchase includes planting guidance and maintenance recommendations to ensure long-term success.
Perennial Gardens
Our perennial selection features both native and cultivated varieties that thrive in central Missouri's growing conditions. From Astilbe and Coneflower to Daylily and Sedum, we help create sustainable gardens that return year after year. Staff provide layout advice and companion planting recommendations for optimal growth and visual appeal.
Seasonal Events
We host a calendar of seasonal events including greenhouse yoga, open houses, and educational workshops. These programs foster community connections while providing practical gardening knowledge. Events also serve as opportunities to showcase new plant arrivals and seasonal specials throughout the growing season.
Gift Services
Our gift shop offers plants as living presents, memorial items, and curated gift baskets with botanical themes. We provide delivery services for special occasions and maintain an online ordering system for digital gift cards. Staff assist with custom gift solutions for both personal and corporate clients.
Wedding Venue
The garden center provides a picturesque outdoor venue for weddings and special events. Our grounds feature multiple ceremony locations, reception spaces, and photography backdrops among our plant collections. We offer venue rental packages that include access to our event staff and on-site amenities.
People
Damian Friedman
General Manager
With over a decade of horticulture experience, Damian leads our team with expertise in plant care and customer service. He combines business acumen with a passion for gardening, ensuring our operations maintain the highest standards while remaining community-focused.
Jenna O'Kelley
Nursery Manager
Holding a degree in Environmental Horticulture, Jenna brings eight years of specialized nursery experience. Her expertise in plant cultivation and customer education helps guide our inventory decisions and staff training programs, ensuring scientific excellence in all our offerings.
Nik Gillam
Team Lead
A lifelong gardener and former Army member, Nik combines discipline with horticultural passion. His leadership ensures our team maintains high service standards while sharing practical gardening knowledge with every customer interaction.
Rachel Styers
Production Manager
With advanced degrees in Ecology and Botany, Rachel oversees our plant production with scientific precision. Her background in agricultural research helps maintain plant health and quality control across our extensive inventory of trees, shrubs, and perennials.
Questions
What are your current store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30, Saturday 9:00-4:00, and Sunday 11:00-4:00 as of March 2024.
Do you offer delivery services for plants and gifts?
Yes, we provide delivery services for both plants and gift items to help customers conveniently share botanical gifts.
What types of events do you host at the garden center?
We host seasonal open houses, greenhouse yoga sessions, and serve as a venue for weddings and personal celebrations.
Can you help with selecting plants suitable for Missouri's climate?
Our staff specializes in recommending plants specifically suited to central Missouri's growing conditions and soil types.
Do you have both common and rare plant varieties?
Yes, we offer a comprehensive selection including both popular favorites and hard-to-find plant specimens for diverse gardening needs.
