Business Details
Your Trusted Garden Center in Milwaukee, WI
Holtz Landscaping & Garden Center has been serving Southeastern Wisconsin for over 125 years, cultivating a legacy of quality plants and personalized service. Founded in 1899 as a family greenhouse, we have grown into a trusted provider of locally grown plants, offering expert gardening advice and a welcoming shopping experience. Our commitment to community shines through annual donations to organizations like Children's Hospital of Wisconsin and St. Jude, as well as supporting local food banks and environmental initiatives. Every plant we sell is grown in our Milwaukee greenhouses, ensuring climate-appropriate stock that thrives in Wisconsin conditions. Our knowledgeable staff provides practical guidance for both novice and experienced gardeners, fostering confidence in every customer interaction.With multiple locations across the region, we maintain consistent quality and service standards while adapting to local community needs. Our dedication to sustainable growing practices and customer education sets us apart in an era of impersonal retail. By combining generational expertise with modern horticultural techniques, we empower customers to create beautiful, thriving outdoor spaces. This enduring family tradition continues to evolve while staying rooted in core values of quality, service, and community stewardship.
Services
Annuals & Perennials
Vegetables & Herbs
Hanging Baskets
Custom Container Planting
Landscaping Services
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1899 with generations of horticultural expertise
- Locally grown plants specifically adapted to Wisconsin's climate
- Knowledgeable staff providing practical, experience-based gardening advice
- Community-focused business supporting local charities and food banks
- Consistent quality across multiple convenient Southeastern Wisconsin locations
What people say
Friendly staff
Healthy plants
Great selection
Helpful advice
Beautiful flowers
Services
Annuals & Perennials
We offer a comprehensive selection of climate-adapted annuals and perennials grown specifically for Wisconsin gardens. Our inventory includes both traditional favorites and unique cultivars that thrive in local conditions. Expert staff provide planting guidance and maintenance tips to ensure long-term success.
Vegetables & Herbs
Our vegetable and herb collection features varieties optimized for Wisconsin growing seasons. Plants are cultivated for maximum flavor and productivity in home gardens. Staff provide planting schedules and companion planting advice to help customers maximize harvest potential.
Hanging Baskets
Pre-planted hanging baskets and patio containers feature carefully selected plant combinations for maximum visual impact. All arrangements use premium potting mix and slow-release fertilizers to ensure season-long performance with minimal maintenance.
Custom Container Planting
Our designers create custom container arrangements tailored to specific light conditions and aesthetic preferences. Customers choose from premium plant selections and receive care instructions for maintaining professional-quality displays.
Landscaping Services
Professional landscaping consultations help customers plan functional, beautiful outdoor spaces. Services include plant selection, layout design, and seasonal maintenance planning using climate-appropriate plant materials grown on-site.
Questions
What makes Holtz Landscaping & Garden Center Garden Center different from big box stores?
We specialize in locally grown plants adapted to Wisconsin's climate, with expert staff providing personalized gardening advice unavailable at mass retailers.
Do you offer gardening advice?
Yes, our experienced staff provides free planting guidance and maintenance tips for all purchased plants, based on decades of local growing experience.
Are your plants actually grown locally?
All plants are grown in our Milwaukee greenhouses to ensure they thrive in Wisconsin's specific climate conditions.
Do you support local community initiatives?
We annually donate plants and funds to local charities, food banks, nursing homes, and environmental organizations throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.
How many locations do you have?
We operate six convenient locations across Southeastern Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, West Allis, Pewaukee, Elm Grove, Muskego, and Cedarburg.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-6pm, and Sunday 9am-5pm at all locations.
