Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Akron Garden Center & Nursery Since 1980
Canton Road Garden Center has been a family-owned Akron institution since 1980, rooted in the Kline family's agricultural heritage. Founded by John Kline, a lifelong grower with expertise in lawn care, fertilizers, and horticulture, our 3-acre nursery and 12,000 sq ft greenhouse showcase Akron's premier selection of roses, perennials, annuals, trees, herbs, and gardening supplies. Our team of experienced professionals, including four generations of the Kline family and staff members with decades of tenure, provides personalized guidance for both residential and commercial landscaping needs.We specialize in Proven Winners plants, custom landscape design, and expert advice on soil health, cold-weather planting, and lawn maintenance. With a commitment to community and horticultural excellence, we continue to serve Akron growers with the same dedication established in our founding year.
Services
Nursery Plants
Greenhouse Flowers
Lawn Supplies
Gardening Advice
Custom Landscaping
Rose Selection
Perennial Varieties
Herb Plants
Fertilizer Solutions
Seasonal Decor
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Family-owned and operated since 1980 with generational horticultural expertise
- Experienced team with decades of combined gardening and landscaping knowledge
- Largest selection of Proven Winners plants and Akron-specific gardening supplies
- Custom landscape design and personalized plant selection services
- Expert guidance on soil health, cold-weather planting, and lawn maintenance
Services
Nursery Plants
Our 3-acre nursery offers extensive selections of shade trees, flowering shrubs, evergreens, and ornamental plants. Expert staff assist with plant selection for privacy screens, fruit production, and seasonal color. We provide professional guidance on soil preparation and planting techniques for optimal growth.
Greenhouse Flowers
12,000 sq ft greenhouse features annuals, perennials, herbs, and tropical plants. Specializing in Proven Winners varieties and custom hanging baskets. Seasonal inventory includes cold-weather crops and summer-blooming specimens with expert care instructions for home gardeners.
Lawn Supplies
Comprehensive selection of fertilizers, grass seed, mulch, and soil conditioners. Carrying Scotts Lawn Pro products and exclusive GroFine brand. Expert advice on lawn seeding techniques, soil improvement, and pest control solutions for healthy turf development.
Gardening Advice
Personalized guidance from experienced horticulturists on plant selection, soil health, and seasonal maintenance. Staff provides tips for cold-weather planting, perennial care, and effective lawn establishment techniques tailored to Akron's climate conditions.
Custom Landscaping
Professional landscape design and plant selection for residential properties. Services include site assessment, plant material sourcing, and seasonal color planning. Expert team creates functional outdoor spaces with aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability considerations.
People
John Kline
Founder
John established Canton Road Garden Center in 1980, leveraging his family farming background and horticultural expertise. He oversees operations and maintains the nursery's commitment to quality and customer service.
Tony Kline
Greenhouse Manager
Tony manages the 12,000 sq ft greenhouse, specializing in annuals, perennials, and herb cultivation. He provides expert advice on flower combinations and seasonal plant care to ensure customer success.
Steve Kline
Nursery Manager
Steve oversees the 3-acre nursery operations, offering landscape design services and plant selection expertise. He specializes in creating customized outdoor spaces with functional and aesthetic plant arrangements.
Mike Justice
Gardening Specialist
Mike has served customers for over 40 years, providing lawn care advice and assisting with plant selections. His expertise spans nursery operations, landscaping, and customer service in Akron's gardening community.
Adam Yakubik
Fertilizer Expert
Adam specializes in soil health, fertilizer solutions, and pest control. With decades of experience, he offers personalized advice on seed selection and plant nutrition to ensure successful garden outcomes.
Questions
What services does Canton Road Garden Center offer?
We provide nursery plants, greenhouse flowers, lawn supplies, gardening advice, and custom landscaping services with expert staff assistance.
How long has the garden center been in business?
Canton Road Garden Center has served Akron since 1980, operating as a family-owned business for over four decades.
Do you carry Proven Winners plants?
Yes, we offer a large selection of Proven Winners annuals and perennials in our 12,000 sq ft greenhouse.
Can you help with landscape design?
Our nursery manager provides custom landscape design services and plant selection assistance for residential properties.
What gardening advice do you provide?
Our experts offer guidance on soil health, cold-weather planting, lawn establishment, and seasonal maintenance techniques.
Do you have seasonal gardening tips?
Yes, our staff shares seasonal tips including cold-weather planting schedules and fall lawn care preparation methods.
