Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Plants & Gardening Expertise
Established in 1985, our family-owned business has served Northwest San Antonio with premium lawn and gardening solutions for over three decades. We specialize in curating high-quality plants sourced from local growers, ensuring optimal performance in our regional climate. Our dedicated team undergoes rigorous training to provide accurate horticultural advice, empowering customers to achieve gardening success. Unlike general retailers, we focus exclusively on plants, fertilizers, and gardening essentials, maintaining expertise in our core offerings.Located at 10682 Bandera Road, we operate seven days a week with seasonal hours, offering personalized service from expert staff members who understand local landscaping challenges. Through our bi-weekly newsletter and educational resources, we share valuable insights on plant care, seasonal promotions, and water-efficient gardening practices. Our commitment to quality extends to professional tree planting services following proven methodologies developed over 30 years of field experience.
Services
Plant Sales
Fertilizer Products
Tree Planting
Gardening Advice
Water-Efficient Landscaping
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1985 with generational horticultural knowledge
- Staff trained in local climate-specific plant selection
- Exclusive focus on plants and gardening essentials
- Proven tree planting methodology developed over 30 years
- Community-centered approach to landscaping education
Services
Plant Sales
We offer carefully selected plants from local growers that thrive in San Antonio's climate. Our inventory includes water-efficient species suitable for both residential and commercial landscapes. Each plant comes with expert guidance for optimal growth and maintenance.
Tree Planting
Professional tree planting following a proven 30-year methodology. Our crew ensures proper root ball placement, soil preparation, and watering schedules. We provide post-planting care instructions and seasonal maintenance advice for long-term tree health.
Gardening Advice
Trained staff provides personalized gardening guidance based on local climate conditions. We help identify plant diseases, pest issues, and soil requirements. Customers can bring samples for accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
Water-Efficient Landscaping
Specialized in xeriscaping techniques and SAWS WaterSaver program compliance. We recommend native plants that reduce water consumption while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our experts help customers qualify for municipal water conservation rebates.
Fertilizer Products
We supply premium fertilizers formulated for Texas soil conditions. Our inventory includes organic options and brand-specific lines like FoxFarm soils. Staff provides application guidance to maximize plant nutrition without environmental harm.
Questions
What are your current store hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm November-February. March-November hours are 9am-6pm daily except some holidays.
Do you offer tree planting services?
Yes, our professional crew follows a proven 30-year methodology for proper tree installation, including root preparation, soil conditioning, and watering schedules.
Can I get gardening advice?
Our trained staff provides free horticultural guidance. Bring plant samples or photos for accurate diagnosis of pests, diseases, or soil issues affecting your garden.
Do you participate in water conservation programs?
Yes, we're approved for SAWS WaterSaver Landscape Coupons. We help customers select qualifying drought-tolerant plants and process $100 rebates for lawn replacement projects.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks. Valpak coupon users can apply digital or mailed promotions at checkout for additional savings on qualifying purchases.
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Reviews (7)
Heather J. Lennon
Dec 29, 2021
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The Garden Center is a fantastic family owned nursery. You can find anything you are looking for to spruce up your yard. The prices are great and the staff is amazing especially the owner Wayne.
Rev Michael Bailey
Sep 18, 2021
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The staff was friendly and very helpful. They had what we wanted in stock when other nearby nurseries didn't. The inventory is plentiful and very healthy. This is our new go to place.
L. D.
Sep 17, 2021
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@Wayne H - re Review by Elizabeth De Jesus. You missed my point. I know the routine and protocols as i have shopped at this place several times over the years. It was my preferred nursery. In the past, a dialogue would ensue to discuss needs such as "Do you have something in mind?" and we would go from there. Not this time. If you read my comments, he was condescending from the start & I explained how his dialogue was snarky.It was a dialogue btw or a condescending lecture. It wasn't a sentence or two. He didn't even say, "well, do you have something in mind? Are
Elizabeth D.
Sep 04, 2021
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I have been going there for years & get recommendations. Today, asked a tall, thin, man about recommendations for a certain situation for my front porch. He was so condescending & had no need for it. He told me he didn't know what I wanted as there is foliage, shrubs, cactus (& he continued down the list of categories). He didn't stop so I could clarify. He then continued to talk down to me and explain how they have "x" # of acres with all sorts of & that is when I cut him off & told him he didn't have to be an a&&hole about it. I don't
Sarah Krieger
May 28, 2021
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Would have loved to give 5 stars but the customer service prevented/
discouraged me from purchasing more from this cool nursery. The woman who checked us out was in a terrible mood. She was rude and verbally complaining about other customers to us. She was bad enough that we just wanted to get out of there ASAP.
discouraged me from purchasing more from this cool nursery. The woman who checked us out was in a terrible mood. She was rude and verbally complaining about other customers to us. She was bad enough that we just wanted to get out of there ASAP.
P. L.
Apr 29, 2021
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Shady. Bought a tree including delivery and installation. The specimen that arrived had a severely bent trunk, but I didn't worry since The Garden Center offered a 1 yr warranty on trees it installs. The guy didn't dig a sufficiently deep hole and 3 months later the tree fell over. I replanted and staked it properly. 2 months later the deformed trunk split so badly the tree wouldn't recover. Called the office and asked if they could send someone out to examine, but was told not necessary and I would be contacted when a replacement was in stock. Called again a month later and same
Donovan T.
Apr 19, 2021
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No one asks if you need help here. And they seem to be low on inventory. Not sure how long they will be around. Ended up going to the nursery down the street and they had what I needed and good service.
