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Your Trusted Garden Center in Farmingdale, NY
Starkie Brothers Garden Center has been serving the gardening community since the early 1990s, offering a comprehensive range of products and services for both indoor and outdoor gardening. Founded by brothers Butch and John Starkie, our family-owned business has grown from a small outdoor nursery to a full-service garden center spanning both indoor and outdoor spaces. We pride ourselves on our deep-rooted expertise in horticulture, landscaping, and plant care, backed by decades of hands-on experience. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our partnerships with trusted brands like Scotts, Monrovia, and Coast of Maine, ensuring customers access to premium gardening solutions. As active members of the Better Business Bureau, Nassau/Suffolk Landscape Gardeners Association, and Cornell Cooperative Extensions, we uphold the highest standards of industry excellence.

Our team of knowledgeable professionals provides personalized guidance for everything from selecting the right soil amendments to designing complete landscape transformations. We maintain affiliations with environmental organizations like the Natural Resources Conservation Service to promote sustainable gardening practices. Through our loyalty program and educational initiatives, including seasonal workshops and gardening blogs, we strive to cultivate lasting relationships with our customers. Our facility in Farmingdale, NY, features specialized departments for pond supplies, poultry, and water gardening, catering to diverse gardening needs. With consistent operating hours six days a week and extended seasonal hours, we remain accessible to both casual gardeners and professional landscapers seeking reliable products and expert advice.
Services
Landscape Design Plant Sales Gardening Supplies Seasonal Events Pond Supplies Soil Amendments Nursery Services Garden Workshops Gift Cards Loyalty Program
Highlights and features
  • Family-owned since 1990 with third-generation gardening expertise
  • Carry exclusive products like Coast of Maine soil amendments
  • Offer complete landscape design and installation services
  • Maintain affiliations with leading horticultural organizations
  • Provide educational gardening workshops and seasonal events
Associations and certifications
  • Better Business Bureau
  • Nassau/Suffolk Landscape Gardeners Association
  • Long Island Nurseryman Association
  • New York Farm Bureau
  • Cornell Cooperative Extensions
  • Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • New York State Environment Protection Agency
  • Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce
What people say
Wide variety of products Super attentive staff Amazing plant nutrients Kid friendly Cute goats
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Services
Landscape Design
Our professional landscape design team creates customized outdoor spaces tailored to your property's unique characteristics. We handle everything from small flower beds to complete property transformations, incorporating elements like sod installation, perennial gardens, and tree/shrub placement. Clients receive personalized consultations to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing landscapes that enhance property value and usability.
Nursery Services
We offer an extensive selection of plants including annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs suited for Long Island's climate. Our inventory features premium varieties from trusted brands like Monrovia and Burpee, with expert staff available to provide planting guidance. Seasonal stock includes holiday-specific plants and specialty cultivars for unique landscaping needs.
Gardening Supplies
Our full-service garden center stocks essential supplies including soil amendments, fertilizers, and planting containers. We carry exclusive products like Coast of Maine organic soils and Fox Farm nutrients that support healthy plant growth. Specialized departments offer pond supplies, poultry equipment, and water gardening solutions for diverse horticultural needs.
Seasonal Events
We host educational events and workshops throughout the year covering topics like fall garden preparation and winter soil care. Seasonal activities include goat yoga sessions and fairy garden workshops that engage the community while providing practical gardening knowledge. These events create opportunities for hands-on learning and product demonstrations.
Loyalty Program
Our free loyalty program offers exclusive benefits including points-based discounts and special promotions. Customers earn $10 off coupons for every 200 points accumulated through purchases, with bonus rewards for propane tank refills. The program provides early access to seasonal sales and personalized gardening tips through our newsletter and social media channels.
People
Butch Starkie
Owner
Co-founder of Starkie Brothers Garden Center since the early 1990s, Butch Starkie has dedicated his career to horticulture and nursery management. With decades of hands-on experience in plant cultivation and garden design, he oversees daily operations while maintaining personal involvement in customer service and product selection.
John Starkie
Owner
Co-founder of the original landscape business in the 1980s, John Starkie established Starkie Brothers Custom Landscaping after the business division in the late 90s. He continues to apply his extensive landscaping expertise to create beautiful outdoor spaces while maintaining collaborative ties with the garden center operation.
Questions
What services does Starkie Brothers Garden Center offer?
We provide landscape design, plant sales, gardening supplies, seasonal workshops, and specialized departments for pond supplies and water gardening.
How does the loyalty program work?
Earn $10 off coupons for every 200 points, get free propane refills after four purchases, and receive exclusive seasonal discounts through our free rewards program.
What are your regular business hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm and Sunday 8am-5pm year-round, with occasional seasonal schedule adjustments.
Do you offer gardening advice?
Our experienced staff provides free planting guidance, soil recommendations, and seasonal gardening tips for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Are there educational events available?
We host seasonal workshops on topics like fall garden preparation, winter soil care, and special events like goat yoga sessions throughout the year.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for most purchases - please check with staff for specific payment options on large orders.
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Reviews (7)
Arlene Giese
Sep 20, 2021 Report
I have been buying here for flowers and garden supplies for many yrs. They have live, tame ducks that entertain the public on warm days around the customers. Their flowers, and othe growing things are kept! Their prices are reasonable to. I know alot of people enjoy going here, and the staff is always friendly and helpful.
Waleed Khatri
Aug 05, 2021 Report
I love coming to this nursery. Everyone is extremely friendly and helpful. Yes their pricing is slightly more than the same exact thing at a big box store, however I will continue purchasing from them due to the experience and the wealth of information and knowledge everyone is willing to share.
Ive worked with Hank and quite a few others and everyone has great to work will. I will continue coming here for all my planting needs.
Nick Febreeze
May 21, 2021 Report
All Top quality plants and trees. Although they are very busy all their personnel always will answer all your questions. All staff I met have been Friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and professional. And Pricing is very good for a local nursery. I don't know all the staff names, so just a big thank you to all for finding me the right tree, and going out of your way to make sure I had a quick delivery. Best Local Nursery and Garden Center. Shop Local!
Bob Rosen
Apr 15, 2021 Report
A very nice selection of gardening needs , koi ponds , supplies and fish on site good selection of plants (annual & perennials) on site , lots of trees/bushes to choose from , shade plants & full sun plants , live ducks walking around to 'entertain' shoppers . Friendly knowledgeable staff , owners usually on site to assist a huge benefit . Fair prices for all items , next door is their landscape design offices , also .
Maurice Dickstein
Dec 11, 2020 Report
I think its pretty important for them to get customers back.But the way I was treated or the lack there of, wont be bringing me !! My wife and I went into the outdoor plant area and found a employee water plants and excuse me to her. She kept on watering, not turning around to acknowledge us!
Hello!! Were customers who actually ventured out to Shop how many of them do you see these days! Apparently Starkie is not hurting! Acknowledge the customer! Sam Walton once wrote,hey what did he know!
Gracie Giovannelli
Nov 15, 2020 Report
Me and my father went in to go look for things for the garden outside. We were helped by a girl named Rebecca. Very helpful and knew exactly what she was doing. Definitely will come back if she is there. Deserves a raise.
Dan Koehler
Jul 28, 2020 Report
I've been going to them at the advice of a coworker. They are exceptionally friendly, and have a larger than average selection. Sometimes it's just fun to walk around browsing, and check out the ducks. Their plants seem to do well, and I'm waiting for the hostas to start popping up this year.