This place is truly a hidden gem of the area. My mother lives in Porter and because plenty of local…read morepeople flock to this store daily, they really don't have to put too much effort into advertising. In fact, they have zero signs leading people into the neighborhood in which they sit, and the one sign the business does have off the nearest main drag is so small, you might mistake it for a political sign. Don't be fool though. This place is awesome. So awesome in fact that I have scheduled unnecessary trips from Cincinnati to NW Indiana JUST to go to this store. Chesterton Feed is a family-owned business, and several of the employees walking around the aisles are actually the children (or other relatives) of the business. The thing I love most about it is they are SO knowledgeable about so many garden-related things. I originally got hooked when I was trying to find a solution to the massive weed problem I had in my backyard. When I bought my house, there quite literally was no lawn, only weeds. I was hesitant to just spray the hell out of it if there was a healthier, more environmentally-friendly solution, and Chesterton Feed worked with me to find that solution. My grass looks incredible now, and they recommended the perfect seed mix that compliments the climate in my area while also combating any weeds that may try to return (yes, they have a wall devoted entirely to different types of grass seeds). This store's inventory goes beyond what you would typically find at a garden center. They've definitely got everything you'd expect: plants, pots, bird baths, grass seed, gardening equipment, etc. but they go beyond that. First of all, I will say their plants are so healthy. Everything I've purchased from them always does really well. They also have a massive stock of beautiful pots and bird baths, and the prices, while not cheap, are reasonable. They don't sell crap so if you spend a bit more, it'll last, and you won't be replacing anything a few years down the line. They also have everything you'd need to start a mini greenhouse or a fairy garden. They've got incredible decorative pieces for around the house or in the garden, neat statues, hammocks, and, if you're into more unique plants to keep around the house, I've always found some interesting potted plants sitting around. My next project is setting up a perfect area to attract birds to my yard, and this store has everything for that. In fact, the employees will spend a ton of time working with you on building the perfect little stand for your own backyard with various hooks for birdhouses or feeders or whatever the heck else you might want. I will not say that the store is cheap, because it is not, but this is truly a place you go if you're looking for quality products. They, however, often have fairly good sales and even throw events where you get free plants or supplies if you purchase a certain amount of stuff. If you're into gardening or if you have a burning question/problem that you'd like some assistance with, I HIGHLY recommend Chesterton Feed. You'll get quality service and advice while supporting local business at the same time.

Best place around for pet food, supplies, bird food and flowers and plants, of course! Best…read moreservice, nicest people and very knowledgeable. Soon the green houses will be open to get all your spring veggies and flowering plants!

Nice selection and extremely helpful staff. They also offer a veterans discount. Great prices as…read morewell!

I wrote a review recently regarding damage that was done to my fence. The owner contacted me and it…read morewas a totally different experience than what I had with his management. He was ready and willing to do what it took to make this right. He had someone out here at 8 this morning fixing the damage that was done. Definitely redeemed themselves and I appreciate the effort to make it right

Their quality of service was excellent. They were very professional and did a beautiful job on my…read morefront sidewalk.

Fantastic quality done work really professional a great job…read more made a beautiful hard scape walkway

I love going here. Everyone is so friendly. It has a real family environment. Dogs always…read morerunning around to pet. They sell all kinds of vegies, plants, trees, straw, & decor. Great prices!!! Harvest time is fun with the pumpkin patch & the maze.

One of my favorite places to shop for fresh fruit and veggies!…read moreGreat prices and friendly staff. OMG now on to the selection of flowers, plants, trees etc. They have so so many to choose from that I could browse around here all day. I love it! The prices are good, comparable to others but I really love their selection way more. I'll always keep coming back.

After visiting friends in La Porte, we wanted to stop into Garwoods on the way back to Chicago, but…read morethey have limited hours during the winter months. So that dashed that plan. We found that Remus Farms was open and on our route home to Chicago, so that is why we stopped. Upon arriving, we saw that they have been open since 1932, and we love to see a business survive for so long. Outside there were huge bins of pumpkins, squash and gourds. It had been extremely cold the week before, so they had all froze. And sadly, now that they were thawed, they were soft and moldy. They should have been tossed instead of left out for customer to see. Inside, there was a huge area of produce, baked goods, jams, jellies, salsas and other farmer's market canned products. In another room, they had evergreen boughs that they were making into wreaths, swags, and grave blankets. Since we visited during December, we assumed that most of the produce came from somewhere else, and was not "farm fresh." But everything looked okay. There was a plentiful array of canned goods, but all of them had a layer of dust, and looked like they had been sitting undisturbed for a long time. Most of products still had a good expiration date, but the dust did not make them look appetizing. If I recall, the retail area has a dirt floor, and that may account for the dust. But they should have their employees use a feather duster to keep the cans clean. There were plenty of baked goods, too--pies, breads, muffins, etc. But a lot of them looked like they had been sitting for awhile, and without an expiration date, they looked suspect. We took a pass. We did find a big, lovely evergreen swag for $20, and we bought a bag full of small gourds that were priced at $1 apiece. We also bought off Remus-branded cherry salsa, and it was really delicious. I cannot comment on the nursery area because most of it was closed for the winter. I applaud Remus for being open for over 90 years, and there are a lot of good things to say about this place, but they would do well to tidy up. I am sure that it would help their business, and make their product more appealing to their customers.

True professionals in lawn care! We used them for garden bed spring clean up based on a…read morerecommendation from a friend and couldn't be happier. Garden beds look clean and nice for spring!

I have lived in my home for 28 years. I kept my yard, had a beautiful rose garden and my vegetable…read moreplot. In 2011 I became sick, and it didn't matter how hard I tried, there was no keeping up. There were too many medical expenses to hire someone. After my transplant, when I began to improve it was all so overwhelming. I'd get one area done but before I could do anything else, what had been done was already growing over. I could not see the edges of my sidewalks or walkways. Today, Thor Spot lawn care saved me! There are no words to express how happy I am! They will be back Monday for another small area! I feel like I can breathe again, AND keep up! Very professional, kind and trustworthy! Worth every penny! I will be having them back in the future.

i came in as a beginner starting my first garden. Lori made it so easy to get exactly what I needed…read moreand answered every question I had. the experience started to finish was so fun. my garden is now blooming and starting do so well!! thank you for everything .

Went in to purchase a few trees. The staff was very helpful in helping me find trees that were on…read morethe city's list of acceptable trees in our parkway. Staff took time to show different trees and looking at all the different varieties. I opted to have Allen's deliver and plant for us. They were very accommodating when we needed to reschedule twice. The on-site install crew was very professional, hauled away all debris and left the yard in pristine condition. Also did an excellent job staking the trees. Excited to see these trees grow in the coming years. Onsite crew also communicated when they were done and provided additional instructions to care for our new additions. Thank you!!!

I am a Valparsiso resident for 26 years and horses has been doing work for you over these years…read more They know what needs to be done and with their advice has helped transform our yard to have a wonderful look. Maintence and following up has been spot on and the staff has been on top of things. I would highly suggest using one or more of their many services.

Card reader wouldn't work, forcing me to get a different payment method from my car. Afterwards,…read moreemployees acted like I was bothering them. I paid the price listed in cash ,but forgot about tax. I admit, it was my fault for getting the total incorrect, but afterwards employees screamed at me across the parking lot, basically letting everyone in earshot know that they thought I'd tried to steal from them, even though I'd made an innocent mistake and was $1 off. I was nothing but respectful, so I decided not to buy the product and went to Home Depot instead. I was excited walking in, and embarrassed and disappointed walking out. Horrible experience

After trying our hand at laying over 20 bags of mulch last year we decided we'd leave it to the…read moreprofessionals. Best decision ever! We were lucky enough that Mitch was in our neighborhood doing work, so I asked for his phone number. He was reasonably priced, came when he said he would, was lightning fast and the end result was beautiful. We loved his work so much we asked for an additional service of pulling two bushes out from the front of our garage. Done and done and he mulched after. Our driveway looks less cluttered and has less bugs. We are happy campers. Give him a call, you'll be thankful you did!

From the owner: Lawn & Order Lawn Care is a family-owned and operated landscaping company serving Valparaiso, IN,…read morededicated to handling your needs. We have years of professional experience in this industry, offering our customers dedication, affordable pricing, impeccable detail, and results that speak for themselves. Our team of professionals is committed to providing you with a more than satisfactory customer experience, taking the time to understand the specifications of your property's outdoor spaces so that you can have a beautiful yard among your neighbors. We always try our best to be on time and reliable.