Business Details
Your Trusted Local Nursery in Bethany, CT
Verab Greenhouses has been a trusted name in horticulture for over five decades, specializing in cultivating high-quality plants for both residential and commercial clients. Founded by Bill Verab, our family-owned business takes pride in growing 90% of our inventory in-house, ensuring optimal plant health and performance. Our expertise spans annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetable plants, and specialty seasonal offerings, all nurtured with time-tested techniques.We prioritize customer satisfaction through personalized service, educational resources like our 'Tuesdays with Bill' video series, and community-focused initiatives such as our Plants & Positivity program. Located in Bethany, Connecticut, we serve local gardeners, landscapers, and businesses with a commitment to excellence rooted in generations of horticultural experience.
Services
Annuals & Perennials
Herbs & Vegetable Plants
Hanging Baskets
Seasonal Plants
Gift Cards
Highlights and features
- Family-owned for over 50 years with generational horticultural expertise
- Grow 90% of our plants in controlled greenhouse environments
- Offer 55+ succulent varieties and Proven Winners certified plants
- Provide educational gardening resources through 'Tuesdays with Bill' series
- Specialize in pollinator-friendly plants supporting local ecosystems
Services
Annuals & Perennials
We cultivate a diverse selection of annuals and perennials including geraniums, begonias, and supertunias. Our plants are greenhouse-grown for superior hardiness and bloom performance. Ideal for garden beds, containers, and commercial landscaping projects.
Hanging Baskets
Custom-designed hanging baskets featuring Proven Winners varieties like scaevola and sunpatiens. Each basket includes moisture-retaining soil and slow-release fertilizer. Perfect for patios, porches, and commercial spaces needing vertical greenery.
Seasonal Plants
Rotating inventory of seasonal plants including zinnias, mums, and pumpkins. Spring offerings feature vegetable starts while summer highlights pollinator-friendly species. Fall displays include decorative gourds and ready-made planters.
Gift Cards
Digital gift cards available in customizable denominations. Delivered via email with processing completed within 1-2 business days. Ideal for gardeners seeking flexible gifting options for plant purchases.
Educational Resources
Weekly 'Tuesdays with Bill' video series covering plant care and garden design. Archives include 20+ episodes on topics like hummingbird attractants and fall planters. Free access for all customers.
People
Bill Verab
Founder & Head Grower
Bill Verab established Verab Greenhouses over 50 years ago. With 45+ years of hands-on horticultural experience, he oversees plant production and hosts our educational video series, sharing expert gardening insights with the community.
Questions
What types of plants do you grow?
We specialize in annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetable plants, and seasonal specialties like mums and pumpkins. Over 50% of our inventory includes pollinator-friendly varieties.
Are gift cards available for purchase?
Yes, digital gift cards are available through our online store. Orders process within 1-2 business days and deliver via email with no additional fees.
Do you offer delivery services?
While we don't provide direct delivery, our online store ships gift cards via email. For plant purchases, we recommend visiting our Bethany location for pickup during operating hours.
What educational resources do you provide?
Our 'Tuesdays with Bill' video series offers gardening tips and plant care guidance. Archives include 20+ episodes covering topics from begonia selection to creating pollinator habitats.
What are your operating hours?
We're open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Our greenhouses remain accessible during these hours year-round, with seasonal plant availability changing throughout the calendar year.
Reviews (1)
Kiersten Wamser
Jan 21, 2018
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Verabs is fantastic not only do I always buy my starter plants for my garden from them everyear but they also were a huge help for me this year with ordering little pumpkins that I used for the escort cards at my wedding! They were great I cannot thank them enough!
