Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Colorado Springs
Phelan Gardens has nurtured Colorado Springs' plant-loving community since 1981, offering quality plants and gardening solutions. Our year-round greenhouse and garden center provide indoor and outdoor plants adapted to local conditions, including 10,000 houseplants, annuals, perennials, roses, shrubs, and trees. With over 40 years of experience, we combine generational expertise with modern horticultural practices to serve both novice and experienced gardeners. Our services include professional plant rentals, delivery, legacy tree plantings, and container gardening solutions tailored to individual light and climate needs.We prioritize customer success through educational resources, gardening classes, and personalized advice while maintaining a strong community focus through initiatives like our annual Ladies Night charity fundraiser. Our team of certified horticulturists and nursery staff provides expert guidance on plant selection, care, and installation, backed by a one-year warranty on professionally installed plants.
Services
Plant Sales
Delivery Service
Plant Rentals
Legacy Trees
Repotting Service
Gardening Classes
Soil Calculator
Warranty Program
Gift Shop
Leaf Recycling
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 40+ years serving Colorado Springs' gardening community
- 10,000+ houseplants available year-round
- Professional plant installation with 1-year warranty
- Community-focused through annual charity fundraisers
- Expert-led gardening classes and educational resources
What people say
Largest selection
Helpful staff
Great community support
Quality plants
Excellent classes
Services
Plant Sales
We offer extensive plant selections including 10,000+ houseplants, annuals, perennials, roses, shrubs, and trees adapted to Colorado's climate. Our inventory features specialty collections like carnivorous plants, pet-friendly options, and holiday cacti. Expert staff provides guidance on plant selection, light requirements, and care instructions to ensure successful growth in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Delivery Service
Our delivery service transports plants directly to customers' locations with pricing based on container size and zip code. Deliveries occur weekly and include curbside placement. For professional installation, we partner with Brown's Greens to provide planting services following Colorado State University Extension standards, including a one-year warranty on installed plants.
Legacy Trees
This program offers 30% off tree purchases for memorial plantings that honor lost loved ones. Available with delivery/installation options, these trees create lasting living tributes with one-year warranty coverage when professionally planted. The service includes guidance on appropriate species selection and planting locations for meaningful remembrance.
Plant Rentals
We provide temporary plant solutions for special events including weddings, grand openings, and holiday celebrations. Services include selection of tropical plants, succulent arrangements, and seasonal decor with delivery, placement, and pickup options. Our rental inventory features both indoor and outdoor plants suitable for short-term decorative needs.
Repotting Service
Our repotting service refreshes existing houseplants with new soil and containers, promoting plant health through proper root development. We offer potting for newly purchased plants or customer-provided containers, with service availability dependent on seasonal demand and staff capacity during peak hours.
People
Don Phelan
Founder
Co-founded Phelan Gardens in 1981 after establishing Sunset Greenhouses in 1977. Pioneered the business with his wife Sue, developing it into a community-focused nursery that now spans multiple locations while maintaining family ownership.
Sue Phelan
Founder
Co-founder who managed plant inventory and gardening supplies procurement. Instrumental in developing the nursery's educational programs and community initiatives. Transferred ownership to children Mark and Monica in 1998 while maintaining family involvement through Sunset Greenhouses.
Mark Phelan
Owner
Current co-owner operating since 1998. Oversees business operations with sister Monica, continuing the family tradition of quality plant sales and customer education. Maintains the original commitment to community gardening support and sustainable practices.
Monica Phelan
Owner
Co-owner since 1998, working with brother Mark to maintain the nursery's reputation for excellence. Focuses on customer relations and program development while preserving the family's legacy of providing expert gardening solutions to Colorado Springs residents.
Questions
What makes Phelan Gardens unique?
We combine 40+ years of local horticultural experience with the region's largest houseplant selection and community-focused programs like our annual charity fundraiser.
Do you offer plant care advice?
Yes, our certified horticulturists provide free guidance on plant selection, care, and installation to ensure successful growth in Colorado's climate conditions.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for plant purchases and services at our Colorado Springs location.
Can I return plants?
Professionally installed plants have a one-year warranty. Other plant returns follow our standard return policy available at point of purchase.
Are gift cards available?
Yes, we offer physical and digital gift cards redeemable for plants, gardening supplies, classes, and special events at our Colorado Springs nursery.
