Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nursery in Hickman, CA
Frantz Garden Center has been a trusted provider of premium plants and landscaping materials since 1979. As an outlet of Frantz Wholesale Nursery, LLC, we leverage decades of horticultural expertise to deliver the freshest trees, shrubs, and garden supplies directly to customers. Our team of certified horticulturists and seasoned nursery professionals brings over 40 years of combined experience in plant cultivation and sustainable landscaping solutions. We specialize in acclimating plants to the Central Valley climate, ensuring optimal growth for local gardens. Our commitment to quality is reflected in daily deliveries from our 400-acre growing grounds, eliminating middlemen to pass savings to customers.We maintain rigorous quality control standards, rotating inventory regularly to guarantee freshness. With a focus on environmental stewardship, we implement solar energy, water recycling, and composting systems across operations. Our staff provides personalized gardening advice, catering to both novice gardeners and professional landscapers. We pride ourselves on offering specimen trees, bulk landscape materials, and drought-tolerant native plants to meet diverse landscaping needs. This combination of expertise, sustainability, and customer-centric service establishes us as a regional leader in nursery services.
Services
Trees and shrubs
Sod supply
Bulk landscape materials
Citrus trees
Native plants
Succulents
Specimen trees
Bulk soil products
Decorative rock
Gardening supplies
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We are direct growers with no middleman pricing
- Daily fresh plant deliveries from 400-acre growing grounds
- Expert staff with decades of Central Valley horticulture experience
- Sustainable operations with solar energy and water recycling systems
- Largest selection of acclimated specimen trees in the region
Services
Trees and shrubs
We offer a comprehensive selection of trees and shrubs grown specifically for Central Valley climates. Our inventory includes specimen trees, fruit trees, and ornamental shrubs that are regularly rotated from our wholesale grounds. All plants are acclimated to local conditions for optimal transplant success.
Bulk landscape materials
Our bulk materials department provides high-quality soil amendments, mulches, and decorative rock. Products include Frantz Planting Mix, various bark types, and river rock available for pickup or delivery. Materials are priced competitively with volume discounts for large projects.
Native plants
We specialize in California native plants that conserve water while maintaining landscape beauty. Our selection includes drought-resistant species adapted to local soil conditions. These plants support regional biodiversity while reducing irrigation needs for sustainable gardening.
Specimen trees
Our nursery features mature specimen trees perfect for creating focal points in residential and commercial landscapes. These trees are field-grown for stronger root systems and include unique varieties like olive trees and giant redwoods for distinctive landscaping projects.
Succulents
We offer a diverse collection of succulent plants suited for low-water gardens. Our selection includes varieties that thrive in high temperatures with minimal irrigation. Staff provides expert guidance on creating attractive, water-conserving landscapes using these resilient plants.
People
Armando Huerta
Garden Center Manager
Armando Huerta leads daily operations at Frantz Garden Center with over 15 years of nursery management experience. He oversees plant inventory and customer service, ensuring quality standards are maintained across all product lines.
Esteban Ramirez
Assistant Manager
Esteban Ramirez supports nursery operations with expertise in plant care and customer relations. He assists with inventory management and staff training, drawing from extensive experience in horticultural retail.
Michael Frantz
Co-Operator
Michael Frantz helps manage the second-generation family business, overseeing nursery expansion and sustainability initiatives. He contributes to strategic decisions that maintain the company's commitment to quality and environmental responsibility.
Questions
What are your current business hours?
We're open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The nursery is closed on Sundays.
Do you offer delivery services for bulk materials?
Yes, we provide local delivery Monday-Friday with a 3-yard minimum. Call for delivery fee estimates and availability.
Are your plants acclimated to local conditions?
All plants are grown on-site and acclimated to Central Valley climate for better transplant success and easier establishment.
Do you sell drought-tolerant landscaping options?
We offer extensive selections of native plants, succulents, and water-efficient landscaping materials to support sustainable gardening practices.
Can I visit the nursery to see plants in person?
Yes, our retail location has nearly five acres of inventory available for inspection during regular business hours.