At a time when I was feeling my saddest, I experienced the most empathetic and genuinely kind…read moreexperience at this nursery. I stopped by the nursery because my beloved dog passed away and I wanted to plant a tree in his honor. What I didn't expect was to get the most compassionate and honest costumer service that I have ever experienced. I went in with an idea in my head but really needed some help picking the right one that would do the best. I just knew I wanted something that would stand out and last for a long time. The owner came to help me right away and asked me what I was looking for and when I told him why I was getting the tree he immediately stopped and offered me his condolences, his understanding, and more kindness than I could have expected. *He offered me a flower and I began to cry, he told me that I could just walk behind him as we looked so that I could cry and still feel comfortable- that's beyond customer service, that is a truly kind soul. * We took our time looking at the options and he gave me honest recommendations. Finally we found the perfect one- a white pine tree that was not even a fraction of the cost of the one I had originally thought I wanted. He could have easily just sold me on the expensive one I had in mind originally but he didn't. He cared more about me, the tree, and my experience than he did about making the sale. I wish I could express how much that experience means to me. It gave me so much comfort and I left feeling so grateful for the warmness they shared so generously with me, a stranger, and left with one of the first smiles I had in days. I met the other owner briefly as I checked out and felt the love just pouring from her too. I couldn't recommend them more. The experience you get from a local owned business is unmatched in its humanity. I promise, you will never want to buy from anywhere else again. Lastly, I want to say thank you to the owners who took time out of their day to lift up a stranger who had no idea how much she needed it. I appreciate you with all my heart. Thank you.

From the owner: Retail Plant Nursery selling Perennials, Shrubs, Trees, Native Plants, and Fruit Trees. We locally…read moregrow over 350 varieties of plants. Our plants are not grown in green houses! They are ready to go into your landscape. We also provide consultations at your home to help you select the right plants for your growing conditions.

I wish I had found Zimmerman's years ago. A little inconvienent for me but sooo worth it. I found a…read morefew things I had been looking for,some I wasn't looking for and what I didn't find they very willingly ordered it and in good time. He has been very helpful in finding the out of the ordinary for me. I try to buy native,wildlife plants and trees that are hard to find. Next test is in getting a few firs and hickory and others for my former mini pasture. Love this place!!! Interlochen NOT California

We had Jim give us a quote and do some landscaping for us on South Lake Leelanau last fall. (The…read moreentry area to our new cottage was overgrown, disorganized and downright ugly and embarrassing and we needed HELP!) We were super pleased with Zimmerman and are hiring them for more work this fall. 1. The design was just what we needed: simple, beautiful, low maintenance! 2. The price was great; very fair! 3. Jim was courteous, prompt and professional; great customer service! 4. Gave us great additional advice about what to do around the property, eg dead trees that needed removal. 5. The work they did last fall looks fantastic a year later; filling in nicely. Nothing died. Everything looks happy and healthy and neat but not overdone. I'm thrilled and proud of our pretty garden! Thanks, Zimmermans! Highly recommend!

Thrilled to welcome new owners Chloe and Andrew Near to the area. Great selection of beautiful…read moreflowers! So glad Chloe and Andrew are carrying on Sheila and Ozzie's legacy.

I recently bought a clematis plant at the TC Farmers Market. That is where I met Sheila! I have…read morenever met anyone who knows more about gardening and plants than her! I was so enthralled with her bubbly personality and her knowledge, that I decided to visit Countryside Gardens - which she owns. While at Countryside Gardens, I also had the opportunity to meet Sheila's hubby, Ozzie. These folks not only have a top notch operation, but they are some of the hardest working, friendliest folks you'll ever want to meet! It was such a fun visit! Take your kids - get them involved in planting and don't be shy to ask Sheila or Ozzie anything about planting - they are truly your resident experts. They offer beautiful plants that will look just as great in your garden as they do in theirs!

Your flower baskets are the best! I recommend people all the time to get plants at your greenhouses!read more

Extremely knowledgeable-great selection-very fair pricing. I was looking for deer resistant plants…read moreand they assisted me with a variety of choices. Only downside is when I went to pay for my items no one was around but it was worth the wait.

Always enjoy stopping by here on our yearly trip to Michigan! Such a fun experience getting to see…read moreall of the plants and little decor items! The indoor plant selection is great. Highly recommend!

Just drove all the way from Grayling to go to garden goods today. Had a couple waters on the way…read moreand really needed to use the bathroom. In the past that has never been a problem. Today I was not allowed to use the bathroom even though they have a bathroom door that says restroom on it. Looks like I'll be getting my plants and statuaries at other venues.

Great selection of trees and plants! They even extended a military discount. Highly recommend.read more

The trees look well kept, but don't plan on getting native to Michigan specimens unless you want…read morepines, maples or birches. Anything 4' or talker is over $100. They generally cater to non-native landscapers which is not sustainable nor complimentary to the "Pure Michigan" motto we like to portray.

Beautiful plants. I'll plan to spend more there next year now that I've seen their stockread more

From the owner: Growing a fine selection of annuals, perennials, vegetables, hanging baskets and mixed planters.read more

Very informative group of gardeners…read more Plants are healthy and well taken care of. Great supply of mulching materials and soils.

Good place to go for perennials, bulk mulch, and bagged manure, etc. Staff are always friendly and…read morethe gift shop has a lot to offer.