When we asked for location of the type of plants we wanted, the owner immediately stopped what she…read morewas doing and took us to the location. She readily answered the questions that we had. When it was time to check out she put plants in boxes that make it easier to carry and was conversational during the checkout process. Owner asked if we would bring the plastic plant holders back if we were nearby. She said they are not recyclable and they would reuse them. I like people who think of the environment and how to keep it clean.

We go there every year I have never been disappointed the staff remembers us when he sees us! They…read moreare so helpful and very informative the quality of there plants is top notch

Being a novice to gardening, I stumbled across Shady Acres when searching for family-owned area…read morenurseries and am I glad I did! Shady Acres is very nicely sized. You can see their entire selection from one end to the other, which is laid out exceptionally well with clearly marked sections. All of the plants are in alphabetical order throughout wide aisles. I am not one to trek through acres & acres of plants, only to get confused & tired. Plants are very competitively priced for the size and outstanding quality. They provide 2 sizes of wagons for your selections while you shop the well-kept grounds. They offer a nice selection of garden ornaments and their own gardens are very nice to walk through to get some great ideas for your own place. The staff are all very nice, helpful and pleasant. They listen to your needs and will direct you to all of the proper plants that are right for the areas you want to beautify. A special shout-out to Anna who always has the best advice for my very-pale green thumb. No matter if you're in the area or not, it is worth the drive. Highly recommended!

Just had to visit Shady Acres Perennial Nursery on opening day April 18, 2026. We've always had…read moresuch wonderful results with all the plants we've purchased in the past from Hostas, Balloon Flowers and Asters. This year, we're adding a few more new ones we picked up: Yarrow, Lady's Mantel & Pincushion Plants. Can't wait to see them in our gardens! Always such a fantastic selection and at great prices! You can tell that Shady Acres takes prides in what they grow and sell!

I visited Plant Land for the first time in early June (noting that for selection reasons). A friend…read morerecommended I check it out! Overall I was expecting "more" from the shopping visit. I came with a particular need in mind, shade annuals to plant in a specific area. I assumed going to a local business rather than a chain would entail more of a personal touch but I didn't get that. The two employees greeted me but didn't ask if I needed any help so I figured I'd just roam around and see what I could find. I didn't think the types of plants were labeled very well, so I ended up back at the register to ask for advice. After I interrupted her reading a magazine, the lady gave me a couple of suggestions and pointed to areas I could look but it would have been nice if she walked me to the spot and helped me look for what she recommended. She also mentioned they were out of the options that may be a good fit so I guess, come earlier than the first week of June for a full selection. We aren't all garden experts and I was hoping they would be. Anyway, I figured out what to get by reading the markers in the plants. I can't say for sure, but I feel like I was also overcharged for the plants I selected. You'll see in my picture but their pricing for most items is based on the size of the container. How do I know the guy who rang me up picked the right price? My receipt didn't provide details so I couldn't verify later. Anyway, I like the plants I selected but I don't think I'll return. I get more of a personal touch with plant advice from my local hardware store (though they have a limited selection).

Great selection, knowledgeable staff. Year after year! Just love this nursery. Shop here every…read morespring for the best! Will not shop another.

I've been buying flowers from here for the past few years and it's become one of my favorite places…read moreto shop for flowers each spring. They always have a great selection, and it's so beautiful just walking through the greenhouses. The hanging baskets are impressive! I've never been disappointed with anything I've purchased here, and I've even gifted flowers from here to family. The staff recommended a fertilizer they sell and now it's the only one I use because it works well. I can't recommend this place enough. Just consistently beautiful plants every year!

We LOVE this local garden center! Our patio is colorful thanks to their plants and they even throw…read morein free fertilizer when you make a purchase. I brought 3 5-gallon buckets to fill (it's a water and fertilizer mix) and they said "help yourself!" So, so kind and their plants are gorgeous!

Friendly . Helpful.Im older and they help put things in car. Offer cardboard for under…read morepurchases.Plants take about 80% of time which is I think my issue.

My wife and I worked with Chris, Kathryn, and Nancy at Simon's Gardens to make potted viola…read morecenterpieces for our wedding. They were extremely knowledgeable and provided great recommendations for making it happen. The team secured the pots, planted the violas, and ensured they were ready for pick-up on the big day. They turned out absolutely beautiful! I'd highly recommend working with Simons on this type of DIY wedding project in the future

Beautiful nursery with gorgeous healthy plants. It is a must every spring to complete our landscape…read moreand deck. Prices are reasonable and plants are grown to perfection.

We love this place. We have bought our hanging baskets and outside plants from them for three…read moreyears. They always are big and beautiful and stay that way all summer. Employees are always great help.

Hard to find, easy to love! I've heard about this place from WMSE, and I'm happy to have this…read moreoption on the South Side. I had already done much of my garden shopping for the year, prior to visiting, but was in need of a fancy iron trellis, some tomato plants, native grasses. Custom Grown Greenhouses has a large selection of affordable vegetables, herbs, annuals, a small selection of perennials, and they also carried affordably priced pre-made succulent planters (which are really popular and pricey at other garden shops). I did find the tomato I was looking for, and the native grass selection was adequate, although not extensive. I was disappointed that there wasn't much of a trellis selection beyond the most basic trellis, but many things just weren't clearly priced, so you'd have to find an associate. I actually would've bought lots more, had prices just been clearly displayed. This place IS affordable, and it's definitely worth checking out.

How does this place have no reviews? There are always a ton of cars in the lot. I guess the…read moregardening crowd and the Yelp crowd don't have much overlap. My fiancée is really into gardening. Unfortunately, she didn't get seeds in the ground this year because our housing situation was a bit up in the air just as she'd have needed to be planting. In need of some greenery in our lives we stopped in here just to take a look around. This place is way bigger than it looks from the street. As you walk back, you'll pass from room to well-organized room of all sorts of annuals, perennials, vegetables, and other decorative plants. I don't have much of a green thumb myself, but I couldn't help myself from getting a really cool hanging basket with a succulent in it called "string of pearls" or "rosary beads." It looks like a string filled with tiny grapes or peas. It's a cool, unique, and weird houseplant. I've got it hanging on my front porch right now (but thankfully protected from the crazy storms). It's not always immediately clear what something costs just looking at the tables, but it seemed like the staff was buzzing around enough that you could ask easily. All-in-all, a great and apparently underrated place

We worked with Bob at Lamb's Nursery for a landscaping project we did. They have wonderful plants…read moreand are reasonably priced. Very nice to work with! We had a plant that did not survive and he replaced it for free. Highly recommend!!