If you're anything like our real estate agents, your green thumb is itching to get outside for some spring planting and yard care. Stock up on plants, flowers, and supplies at these well-appointed garden centers that are conveniently near Iowa City homes for sale.
Iowa City Landscape & Gardening Center - 520 Hwy. 1 W., Iowa City, IA 52246
In 1982, the Dykstras family opened Iowa City Landscape & Gardening Center. Brothers Paul and Dennis, along with sister-in-law Linda, opened a small shop right across the street from their current retail location. In order to accommodate their ever-growing business, the Dykstras moved the landscaping design and construction operation to several acres on Herbert Hoover Hwy. The garden center carries a wide range of plants, along with tools, supplies, and outdoor decor items. Hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Earl May Garden Center - 1901 Lower Muscatine Rd., Iowa City, IA 52240
For more than a century, people have relied on Earl May Garden Center for quality products and expert advice. In 1919, Earl May was primarily a catalog operation, with an eclectic product offering that included garden seeds as well as tires, clothing, and baby chickens. Today, Earl's great-grandson Gordon and his family carry on their patriarch's tradition with brick-and-mortar and online stores. Earl May Garden Center is open 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Sanders Creek Company - 3018 Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE, Iowa City, IA 52240
At family-owned Sanders Creek Company, they believe passionately in "plant power" and want to share the benefits with all their customers. Sanders Creek began in 2003 as a landscaping service, adding the garden center in 2019. Using their own expertise, the staff loves to help people discover how trees, shrubs, plants, and flowers can transform their home and yard. Hours are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. You can also find Sanders Creek Company at the Johnson County Market on alternate Sundays between 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Forever Green - 125 Forevergreen Rd., Coralville, IA 52241
When you see the beautifully designed and maintained yards and gardens of Coralville homes for sale, chances are good that Forever Green had something to do with it. Founders Mike and Lucy Hershberger are both certified as Master Conservationists by Iowa State University, which means they've developed the knowledge and skills to serve as stewards of the state's natural resources and educate others as well. In addition, Lucy holds an associate's degree in Horticulture from Kirkwood Community College, and the pair have restored four of their own properties. Forever Green is open weekdays from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Do you know how much the curb appeal of a well-kept yard can add to the value of your home? Contact us for knowledgeable answers to all your real estate questions.