Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Wholesale Nursery Stock for Landscaping Professionals
Lincoln Nurseries has been a trusted name in the nursery stock industry since 1955, founded by Aart and Margaretha de Wit after emigrating from the Netherlands. Our family-owned business brings decades of horticultural expertise to wholesale customers, offering one of the Midwest's largest selections of nursery stock. We specialize in growing larger, healthier plants through climate-controlled greenhouses and rigorous quality inspections. Our dedicated fleet of trucks ensures fast, reliable delivery with specialized options like refrigerated transport and lift gates. With over 200 acres of production space and 40 heated propagating houses, we combine traditional growing methods with modern innovations to supply premium trees, shrubs, perennials, and specialty plants.Our commitment to quality is evident in every aspect of our operation, from hand-selected plant varieties to our proprietary branded programs backed by consumer advertising. As a multi-generational business, we maintain the same dedication to excellence that has defined our nursery since its founding, now involving Aart and Margaretha's grandchildren in daily operations. Our extensive inventory includes over 2.5 million cuttings annually, ensuring diverse options for our customers' landscaping needs.
Services
Nursery Stock
Container-Grown Trees
Field-Grown Shrubs
Perennial Plants
Roses
Fruit Trees
Specialty Plants
Branded Plant Programs
Climate-Controlled Growing
Wholesale Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer over 65 years of nursery growing expertise since 1955
- Our climate-controlled greenhouses ensure superior plant quality
- Dedicated delivery fleet with specialized transport options
- Hand-selected plant varieties proven for garden success
- Multi-generational family ownership maintaining traditional values
What people say
Healthy plants
Reliable delivery
Extensive selection
Quality stock
Professional service
Services
Wholesale Nursery Stock
We provide a comprehensive selection of nursery stock including trees, shrubs, perennials, and specialty plants for landscaping professionals. Our inventory features over 2.5 million cuttings annually grown in climate-controlled environments. Each plant undergoes rigorous quality inspections to ensure optimal health and transplant success for end customers.
Container-Grown Trees
Our container-grown trees maintain superior root systems through advanced growing techniques in over 100 polyhouses. This method ensures year-round availability and easier transplanting for customers. Plants are tagged with detailed care information including hardiness zones and sun requirements to support successful planting.
Field-Grown Shrubs
We cultivate field-grown shrubs using traditional methods combined with modern horticultural practices. Our shrubs are available in various sizes with burlap-wrapped root balls for professional installation. The collection includes both common and specialty varieties to meet diverse landscaping needs across the Midwest.
Branded Plant Programs
Our branded plant programs feature exclusive cultivars supported by consumer marketing initiatives. These distinctive plants come with eye-catching containers and educational tags to increase retail appeal. Each branded variety undergoes testing to ensure garden performance and marketability for our wholesale customers.
Climate-Controlled Growing
We utilize over 40 heated propagating houses to maintain optimal growing conditions year-round. This controlled environment protects plants from extreme weather while promoting consistent growth. Our advanced greenhouse systems help produce healthier stock with better foliage development and disease resistance.
People
Aart de Wit Sr.
Founder
Established the family nursery business in the Netherlands in 1880 before relocating to Michigan. His pioneering spirit and horticultural expertise laid the foundation for Lincoln Nurseries' success through decades of innovation and quality focus.
Paul de Wit
Second-Generation Owner
Expanded the nursery business through post-war challenges and relocated operations to the United States in 1949. His leadership during transitional periods helped establish Lincoln Nurseries' reputation for quality and reliability in the Midwest market.
Aart de Wit Jr.
Co-Founder, Lincoln Nurseries
Co-founded Lincoln Nurseries in 1955 with his wife Margaretha. Developed the business from 15 acres into a 200-acre operation with extensive greenhouse facilities. His vision established the company's commitment to quality nursery stock production.
Margaretha de Wit
Co-Founder
Co-founded Lincoln Nurseries with her husband Aart Jr. Her business acumen and dedication helped transform the nursery into a leading wholesale supplier. She maintained operational excellence while nurturing the family's horticultural legacy through multiple generations.
Bernie de Wit
Current Owner
Third-generation owner managing nursery operations after his parents' retirement. Continues the family tradition of quality-focused plant production while adapting to modern market demands. Oversees daily operations with his siblings to maintain business excellence.
Questions
What types of plants does Lincoln Nurseries offer?
We provide trees, shrubs, perennials, roses, fruit trees, and specialty plants including exclusive branded varieties for landscaping professionals.
Do you sell directly to homeowners?
We operate as a wholesale nursery serving licensed landscaping professionals and garden centers. Our minimum order requirements apply to all purchases.
What delivery options are available?
We deliver using our own fleet with refrigerated transport, lift gates, and rolling racks to ensure safe, timely delivery of your nursery stock.
Are plant care instructions provided?
Each plant includes a tag with botanical name, hardiness zone, sun requirements, mature size, and care instructions for easy identification and planting.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Midwest United States with our nursery stock and delivery services through our Grand Rapids, Michigan location.
Do you offer branded plant programs?
Yes, we offer exclusive branded plant programs with consumer marketing support and distinctive packaging to boost retail visibility and sales.
