We stumbled into The Growing Place on a rainy Father's Day after a farmers market left us wanting…read moremore, and walked out two hours later completely enchanted. In the rain. Nobody complained once. This is not a garden center. It is an experience. The grounds are laid out in a way that feels less like retail and more like exploration, with magical little pockets of gardens tucked throughout that pull you deeper in at every turn. Twenty six gardens maintained across the property, each one more beautiful and considered than the last. We were mesmerized, all of us, adults and kids alike, just wandering and discovering in the drizzle like we had nowhere else to be. The plant selection is exceptional with a strong emphasis on natives, which is exactly what we have been hunting for as we plan out our garden for next year. Prices are reasonable and feel fair for the quality of what they carry. But the real story here is the staff. Joanne has worked at The Growing Place for over 35 years and helps maintain those 26 gardens herself. When our daughter bought a rose bush recently Joanne spent genuine unhurried time with her, walking her through exactly how to care for it. That kind of knowledge sharing and patient generosity is rare and it is clearly baked into the culture of this place. Four generations of family ownership spanning nearly 90 years will do that. You can feel the legacy in every corner of those grounds. They also run community events and educational classes for aspiring gardeners of every level. This is a place that genuinely wants you to grow, literally and figuratively. Our new forever garden center. No question.

Lots of seasonally varietal flowers…read more Safely, Zero vegetables Excellent service by all White American females, sero diversity Us Minorities know how to grow gardens better than anyone!!

This is a place that has a huge selection of flowers, plants, and veggies only in season (think…read moreMay-July). It does not have the selection of bushes or trees that other places have, but what it does have is very reasonable in cost and abundant in selection. We buy our seasonal baskets of flowers, some veggies, and some perennials like Hydrangeas --which are $20 less per basket than say, The Growing Place. So it's like Home Depot prices with a lot of selection. I think their main clients are landscapers and wealthy home owners, as I see trucks of stuff pull away. Avoid the knick Knack area. I bought a very pretty metal water fountain for birds one year for over a hundred, and it immediately rusted (threw out). I think some of their garden decorations are decades old. Stick to the plants.

Great selection of flowers, herbs, vegetables and garden items! We had such a fun time just walking…read morethrough all the beautifully displayed floral selections. Perfect one stop shop for your spring planting! The service was quick and friendly. I think mane a little on the pricier end, but not too bad. Buying flowers can just add up quickly, but the pots are really plentiful and nice sizes.

If you seek attentive service and quality plants, Nelson Holmberg operates the finest greenhouses…read morein the Chicago area. They know how to satisfy their clients with the best green and blooming plants for all seasons. Nelson Holmberg knows the value of customer satisfaction and loyalty. They stand behind their plants and merchandise. You can count on Nelson Holmberg to come through and make you smile. Check out their glorious in-house grown poinsettias! or their Easter lilies, Mother's Day gardens or Fall outdoor mums.... ! Support your local, independent retailers for a strong economy! Speak Polish? ... Ask for Liz... Mowimy Po Polsku! Nelson Holmberg is the very best!

Last year I purchased a Meyer Lemon tree and Got my first Pie from it, Thanks to Colin of Mangel…read moreFlorist in Chicago. What a treat. Always loved plants and this was Amazing to me. kevin j herman,aifd,cfd,ms. Chicago

I've purchased quite a few trees and shrubs from them in the past, but cannot recommend them…read moreanymore. I recently had 3 trees die in a span of 2 years: a white pine (rust), a weeping willow, and finally a Norway spruce (which was a replacement for the willow). That spruce died immediately. I have other spruces (from big box stores) in the same yard area that are thriving. They wouldn't honor replacing that spruce as you only get 1 shot with a warranty replacement. Frustrating to eat a sizeable amount of $$$ when they are providing poor quality trees, especially as a repeat customer. I gave them an extra star for their selection of fertilizers and stone/gravel.

I freaking love these guys. I don't get why the lower reviews from others - some people are ding…read moredongs I guess. I've gotten my mulch, my dirt, my shrubs and some ornamental trees from these guys over the past 5 years. The stock is honestly among the best around here. During covid, I was able to find stuff here that everybody else was sold out of (be sure to ask if you can't find something because they have a back area with a lot more stuff). I debated writing the review because it's kind of my best kept secret but I felt others needed to know this place is the bees knees. Super nice (owner? manager?) who is very knowledgeable, answers my dumb questions and even loaded my hydrangeas into my car (shrub tetris). My yard has been transformed, piece by piece, over 5 years and it's thanks to this place.

wonderful spot to find healthy plants trees and garden accessories. very knowledgeable and family…read moreowned. often have a pile of 'free' used items. worth a stop if near Lemont.

Great selection and very knowledgeable, friendly staff. My hydrangeas are amazing!…read moreAll my plants came in strong and healthy.

Great selection of vegetable transplants. Many varieties of tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, cucumbers…read more that would only be found as seeds.

I am starting a garden and was recommended to come here. There was a great variety to choose from…read more The staff was friendly and helpful. They were caring for the plants which was great to see. I feel like I got a lot for what I paid which is great! I didn't buy any flowers but I will be back to get some! There were so many beautiful ones to choose from.

I had four yards of enriched vegetable garden mix delivered. They dumped it in the back yard so I…read moredidn't have to wheel barrel it to the back. Same day delivery! We'll definitely use again.

Owner is rude and be careful how much you buy. Because there ZERO return policy makes it a pain in…read morethe A$$ when trying to get enough product for your project. That or enjoy making multiple trips or having a leftover whatever to try and find a place for. Even if it's a bucket of utility sand that can be added back to the 5 tons of sand that's already sitting there you might as well hall that back home too. What a crappy place and person to do business with.

I went here to find some baby trees for out landscaper to plant for me…read more The trees were low-cost and shall grow to be quite lovely My husband rented a U-Haul so that we would not get dirt in his SUV (which turned out to be not required, they laid down plastic) I was able to bring our dogs on a leash and we all had a great time Very nice service and I was able to see what the trees would mature into in about 8-12 years

They have a large variety of plants and trees and theirs customer service is excellent.read more