Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Local Garden Destination in Madison, WI
Americas Best Flowers is a family-owned and operated garden center with a rich history of serving the Madison, Wisconsin area for over 40 years. Founded in 1978, we have built our reputation on providing high-quality plants, flowers, and gardening supplies while prioritizing sustainable growing practices. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our extensive selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, and unique gardening products, all cultivated with care to ensure customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where customers can explore our two-acre greenhouse display, participate in hands-on workshops, and receive expert advice from our knowledgeable staff.Our loyalty program and community-focused initiatives, such as fundraising partnerships with local nonprofits, underscore our dedication to both customer value and regional economic growth. Though our physical locations closed in 2019, our legacy of fostering joy through horticulture remains a cornerstone of our identity.
Services
Plant Sales
Gardening Workshops
Custom Container Services
Fundraising Programs
Online Flower Ordering
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- Family-owned with 40+ years of local gardening expertise
- Sustainable growing practices for healthier plants and ecosystems
- Award-winning greenhouse displays and hands-on workshops
- Exclusive loyalty program with exclusive member benefits
- Community-focused fundraising partnerships for local organizations
What people say
Incredible selections
Employees were fantastic
Friendly and helpful
Beautiful choices
Perfect shopping experience
Services
Plant Sales
We offer an extensive selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, and specialty plants cultivated using sustainable methods. Our inventory includes native species, pollinator-friendly varieties, and unique ornamental options. Each plant is grown with larger soil volume for better establishment in customer gardens.
Gardening Workshops
Our hands-on workshops teach container design, plant care, and sustainable gardening techniques. Participants receive expert guidance while creating personalized plant arrangements. Sessions cater to all skill levels, emphasizing creativity and practical gardening knowledge.
Fundraising Programs
Nonprofit organizations partner with us for seasonal fundraising events, earning 25% of sales from gift card programs. This initiative supports local groups while providing customers with quality gardening products and services.
Custom Container Services
Customers design personalized container gardens using our soil, expert advice, and plant selection. This service includes guidance on plant combinations, proper soil mixtures, and maintenance tips for optimal container performance.
Online Flower Ordering
Our online platform allows customers to order fresh flowers for pickup at our Edgerton location. The service features seasonal arrangements and provides convenience for customers seeking quality floral products outside regular shopping hours.
People
Ed Knapton
Co-Owner
Ed Knapton co-founded Americas Best Flowers with his wife Carol, operating as a Christian business focused on sustainable horticulture and community engagement.
Carol Knapton
Co-Owner
Carol Knapton partners with her husband Ed in leading Americas Best Flowers, emphasizing faith-based business practices and commitment to local gardening education.
Questions
What makes America's Best Flowers unique?
We combine sustainable growing practices with family-owned service, offering workshops, loyalty programs, and community-focused initiatives in a vibrant greenhouse setting.
Do you offer gardening classes?
Yes, we host hands-on workshops for container design, plant care, and sustainable gardening techniques suitable for all experience levels.
Are your plants locally grown?
All our plants are grown locally at our Cottage Grove facility using sustainable methods that prioritize Wisconsin's growing conditions.
What are your operating hours?
We're open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, with seasonal availability through December 24th as of our last operational year in 2019.
Do you support local nonprofits?
Yes, our fundraising program allows nonprofits to earn 25% of sales through gift card promotions during designated seasons.
Reviews (3)
Jennifer Millage
Apr 04, 2018
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We purchase our plants each year from America's Best, and we continue to be impressed. The customer service is top notch as well, which is so refreshing! We also take our children to their various family events throughout the year, and their staff goes above and beyond to make the experience the best possible for our kids!
Jill Wolf
Jul 18, 2017
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I love this place! They have a great variety of flowers. The staff is very friendly and helpful. I'm not a great gardener, but they always help me fix my mistakes. Being a loyalty member is also a great way to earn some deals.
Audrey Standish
Jul 08, 2017
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I was really excited to visit America's Best flowers at the end of May. I always buy a couple hanging baskets and 1 or 2 flats to decorate my patio. This was my first time shopping at America's Best and so I was really excited to see their beautiful facility. They had so many beautiful flowers at prices you'd expect to pay locally. On this trip I decided to buy two large baskets and 1 flat. I couldn't stop looking at how beautiful the flowers were and I was excited to go home and start working on my patio. Sadly the flowers I purchased are low performing. They rarely ever bud and it looks like I planted green plants and not impatiens. I have been gardening for all of my life and I have never been this disappointed.
