Since the weather has improved, I've started dropping by here on the regular to browse their…read moregorgeous selection of pre-potted succulents, herbs, and starter plants. This is easily one of the best nurseries in Springfield, if not the best - it's huge, the staff is knowledgeable, and the variety of plants is unrivaled. Plus, it's just a fun place to visit - I genuinely can't think of a place I'd rather spend a free hour at than a giant nursery. What I appreciate about Wickman's is that although you can find slightly cheaper plants at places like Home Depot, the difference in health puts the prices into perspective. I've spent a lot of time fussing over plants from big outdoor stores that pucker and wither soon after being taken home, while their counterparts (same species and everything) from Wickman's thrive. Obviously there could be a lot of reasons for this, but it definitely gives me the perception that Wickman's takes better care of its inventory and grows them well in the first place. That being said, I don't think the price disparity is that much, anyway. Recently I started a pallet garden and was really pleased that I could pick up baby ivy and ferns at Wickman's for about $1.50 a pop. In addition, one of the employees helpfully advised me on how long to keep them isolated until the last frost ends. Buying a bunch of plants with an air of impenetreble knowledge can be futile, so if I don't know how to do something or feel like I'm about to do something wrong, I definitely feel confident asking these employees for tips. At the expense of sounding cheesy, I think part of the reason I like Wickman's so much is because it really is a place that inspires creativity and an appreciation for the earth. You can buy a tiny Venus Flytrap in a cup or plan an entire landscaping project; either way, just about anyone can find something beautiful here.

My favorite greenhouse in the area! Has the best selection of succulents and cactus around.read more

Love shopping local with a family owned business! My husband picked up a bouquet for Valentine's…read moreDay and personally delivered it to my office. The large pink roses were as huge as my open hand! Gorgeous with a little bit of purple accent mixed in; I got so many compliments! Once again, you did a great job Schaffitzels! Coleen V.

Schaffitzel's flower shop and greenhouse started in 1949 by Bernadine and Jeremy Schaffitzel. 75…read moreyears later and still growing strong, they opened up a gift shop next-door that is also family owned called Bernadine's. Family owned and operated with four generations and going strong. with beautiful holiday decorations. We were greeted and ask if we were first-timers we said yes they gave us a little rundown of how they got started. really enjoyed looking around this beautiful place that has been a staple in this community for many years as we didn't buy anything, but the quality of the items were worth the value of each item

I love this plant store! Amazing variety and the owner is so knowledgeable. Reasonable prices and…read morelots of unusual plants. We will be regular customers!

From the owner: We love sharing our passion for plants with the community! At Hickory Lane Plants, we hand-pick…read moreunique and uncommon plants you won’t find at big box stores. We’re always here with tips and advice to help your plants thrive. Between our cozy shop and Mobile Joe, our traveling plant truck, we make plant shopping fun and personal. When you shop with us, you’re supporting local and becoming part of our plant-loving community.

I have been a customer at wheeler gardens for quite some time. Until today I have been pleased with…read morethem. I bought two watermelons at 13 dollars each to have for my grandson's birthday party. Neither of them are ripe and they refuse to give a refund or exchange. I will never go back. I do not recommend this business.

Recently purchased a twisted Hibiscus tree/plant and found a price tag from Sam's club (information…read moresheet on how to care for the plant) with a Wheeler price sticker covering it. When we inquired after purchasing and bringing the plant home to give to our neighbors as a gift, we called to ask why, and they said they do it all the time with plants that are hard to get! When we phoned Sam's to find out if they had any in stock, they told us they were sold out of the $15.99 Hibiscus. Wheelers charged us $39.00. If we wanted a plant from Sam's Club we would have gone there. We THOUGHT we were buying quality from Wheeler's and that wasn't/isn't the case. Done with them now. I don't trust anything they sell.

This guy is so talented and passionate about what he does. Every tiny tree is a work of art. But SO…read moreEXPENSIVE. Nothing under $100, and that was a few years ago.

Oh man, where to start... my girlfriend and I went to an event Bonsi Guy and Classic Rock Coffee…read moreput on, Date Night. 10/10 would recommend to do with your significant other. (He holds juniper workshops too if you're single so don't be shy!) His plants are top notch, and his shameless plugs and references are comical and well placed. Does a great job of making you feel at home and at ease with what you're doing. I've never touched a plant in my life, but at the end was asking Chris to pass over the wire! Now if I could just keep this little guy growing I'll make Mr. Miyagi proud. Side note, I really appreciated that Chris told us all the little things we needed to know to keep the plant going. Things that may trip up the average Joe. He didn't try to lecture us on the history of blah, blah, blah like a lot of experts in their field do. He really let our questions guide the class. Well done sir!

Faster than a speeding bullet, powerful like a locomotive able to load a truck and a single bound…read morewelcome to load and go !! I did lots of online research per usual in order to find the landscape company that I could buy rock mulch and topsoil from and that got great reviews. The far and away local favorite was low and go in Springfield off of division. I arrived and was amazed that within minutes a happy bobcat was filling my truck with cedar mulch. I was able to get my mulch fast pay quickly and be out of there in a single bound. My husband couldn't believe it when I got home with the mulch in my truck how quick it was The mulch is excellent quality smells fantastic and works well we will be back to buy soil rock and gravel for sure thanks load and go !!

Terrible customer service. We have spent over $3,000 here on landscaping products. For the last…read moreload of landscaping rocks, we opted to have the business deliver the product to our house for their $50 delivery fee. What was not explained was that the product would be dumped off a truck from over 4' in the air and that all of our rocks would be broken and useless. After calling the company to try to discuss a resolution, Robin offered no solution, basically told me I was an idiot for not knowing what their delivery truck was capable of and then hung up on me. Do not do business with this company, especially if you have no personal option to get your product from the business to you.

Second time I've ordered flowers from them and been pleased. I called this afternoon, asked for…read moresomething to cheer my friend, they were able to deliver flowers about an hour later to my friend's surprise and delight. Even at a lower price point it is a beautiful bouquet that certainly lifted her spirits! She said the picture doesn't do it justice. Thank you!

I went in and let the nice woman know how much I wanted to spend and she was able to put together a…read morebeautiful handheld bouquet within ten minutes! I recommend this place to everyone, very fair prices and great service.

We got the mixed mulch. Although the price is great the quality of the product was terrible. When…read moreyou say "mixed mulch" it should not contain all kinds of rocks also.

2" river rock sample is not representative of what you'll receive. What got delivered was larger…read morerocks, many of which were up to 5" in a single direction; none of which were represented in the sample at the store. There is also a considerable amount of undersized rock 1/2"to 3/4". See photos of the variety. They recommended a delivery service that could not make it up a hill in my neighborhood. They ended up unloading 25% of my stone in the woods a mile from my house. The delivery driver then dumped the remaining rock on the street not on my property as instructed. So if you want the wrong material, the wrong amount, delivered in the wrong location, this is the outfit you should choose. (you'll like have to call multiple times as they don't always answer before it goes to some recording that doesn't allow you to leave a message). After speaking with them, they told me there was nothing they could do.

They now have a greeting salesman that immediately bombards you with questions right when you walk…read morein. Made me want to turn right around. Many of their furniture weren't labeled with price tags or any info at all.

If you prefer quantity over quality, this place may be for you with aisle after aisle of home decor…read moreand household goods. But if quality is what you're after, keep looking as the vast majority of inventory here is mass-produced JUNK. If you do decide to make a purchase, especially something in a box, inspect it before taking it home because, chances are, it will be defective in some way or another. Of course they will let you return or exchange it with the receipt, but it's still a hassle. We attempted to purchase a lamp, and after three different boxes were opened, we gave up as they were all badly scratched. The employee helping us was nice, bet even said himself that "unfortunately this is common."