We love coming here so much we bought a membership. You can come every 2 to 3 weeks and there are…read moredifferent plants blooming. A nice variety of garden concepts and water features to enjoy. Also, plenty of benches scattered throughout the garden so if you need to take a rest, you can. We love coming here so much we bought a membership. You can come every 2 to 3 weeks and there are different plants blooming. A nice variety of garden concepts and water features to enjoy. Also, plenty of benches scattered throughout the garden so if you need to take a rest, you can.

Boerner is a wonderful garden with beautiful flowers in the spring and summer and gorgeous fall…read morecolors in autumn. I love Boerner so much that I had my engagement photoshoot here. It was so special and the photos turned out beautifully! I recently signed up for the 2-year membership, which was only $90 for two adults and gives me access to over 300 gardens, including Chicago Botanic! Also, easy parking in the lot and never too crowded!

This is such an incredible park! They have a parking lot, picnic tables in shade, walking trails…read morearound the water, views of the Wehr nature Center, a golf course clubhouse, and even some seasonal things like sledding, Halloween decorations, etc. Expect to see a lot of hikers or bird watchers when it's nice!

Whitnall Park- the Crown Jewel of the MKE County Park system? Perhaps! We've hiked here often, come…read moreto the seasonal Sprecher beer garden, brought the kids to the Wehr Nature Center and Boerner Botanical Garden. This place really has something for everyone. Frisbee golf? You got it. Golf golf? You got it. Sledding? You got it. XX Skiiing. BYO, but got that too! Hiking here is a pleasure, and there are so many trails and different types of landscapes. Blue Loop is a wooded wonderland. But is there a way around the Yellow Loop without having to walk on water? LMK! Can't wait to get back to Whitnall Park.

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.

We love going to the Domes all year round!! There is always something blooming in the desert,…read moretropical or show dome. In the show dome there were stained-glass displays among the plants. The different displays keeps us going back every few months. If you enjoy horticulture, I recommend becoming a member of the Mitchell Park Domes which will also allow you to visit other gardens in the US for free.

Went here at 9am when it would open and there were only a few visitors. Wisconsin residents have…read morediscount for entrance. We were able to see all 3 domes in an hour: Show Dome, Tropical Dome, and Desert Dome. Compared to the Desert Dome in the Omaha Zoo, these domes were smaller. Nevertheless, these domes have varied plants from different parts of the world which were amazing to see. The Show Dome has a small short bridge and a gazebo which were nice areas to take pictures. A small gift shop sells some small plants, magnets, shirts, jewelry, pins, etc. Overall, it's a good place to visit.

Finally went to this wonderful greenhouse after hearing about it particularly since I moved to…read moreMilwaukee. Nestled in Riverwest, it is a bit of a magical place. All the plants. All around. Not sure what is reasonable or pricey for a plant, but most of them seemed fair to me. Although I did have to put back a string of pearls succulent. A little pricey, and I know I would kill this beauty. It was nice to just wander about without anyone trying to be overly helpful. Took my time and found some new plants for my apartment. Which will not die on me!! The staff, at checkout, were very friendly and efficient. I will definitely go back. Great succulent selection which I have a soft spot for.

Very helpful staff, amazing selection of plants, and just an overall fantastic experience!read more

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!

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!

My electrician said I needed a trench dug to bury conduit from main house to exterior garage. The…read morecrew arrived on time and manually dug a long trench with shovels and no machinery. Both the effort and the work ethic were impressive!

I am interested in getting a quote for the front yard to get graded I sent a message got a response…read moreto leave my name and phone number I did that and still have not been contacted to set up a time to get an estimat. I'm still hoping that I get a call to schedule a time to meet than I can change my rating of this company.

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!!

I come to this location mainly for the coffee shop. Today I also was looking for some annual…read moreplants so I strolled around some of the greenhouses. They had quite a selection, but none of the items that I was looking for (flats of blue salvia). I was also looking for some 12 inch round stepping stones, with embedded aggregate. Apparently they have them, but not for retail, only available through their landscaping services. Too bad :( There were plenty of staff on hand to answer questions or check out.

A number of years ago, Bluemels put in a brick walkway. They dumped all the extra crushed rock in…read moreout adjoining flower bed. It turned into a cement like substance. My husband is still using a pick ax to try to remove it to plant an annual.