Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Family-Owned Nursery in North Arlington
Since 1971, Charlie's Nursery & Garden Center has been a trusted family-owned business serving North Arlington and surrounding communities. Originally established by Charlie and his family, the nursery was acquired in 2010 by Nick Sr. and his sons Joe and Nick Jr., who continue the tradition of providing expert horticultural guidance and premium seasonal products. Our team brings decades of hands-on experience in plant care, cemetery decor, and landscaping solutions, maintaining the same commitment to quality that customers have relied on for generations. We specialize in handcrafted grave blankets, custom Christmas trees, and a wide selection of plants tailored to both residential and commercial needs. With daily operations focused on community engagement and environmental stewardship, we offer personalized consultations for lawn care, plant selection, and fundraising initiatives.Our nursery remains open seven days a week to accommodate customer needs, featuring an extensive inventory of gardening supplies, seasonal decorations, and educational resources. Through consistent innovation and customer feedback, we've expanded our offerings while preserving the personal touch that defines our family business. Our expertise extends to solving plant health issues, designing seasonal displays, and supporting local organizations through collaborative fundraising programs. This combination of tradition, expertise, and community focus positions us as a reliable partner for all gardening and floral needs.
Services
Grave Blankets
Christmas Trees
Nursery Plants
Fundraising Support
Garden Supplies
Cemetery Decorations
Lawn Care Products
Seasonal Flowers
Tree Sales
Plant Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1971 with generational horticultural expertise
- Handcrafted cemetery decorations made on-site by experienced artisans
- Community-focused fundraising partnerships with schools and churches
- Daily availability for personalized plant care consultations
- Comprehensive seasonal inventory from palm crosses to Christmas trees
What people say
Amazing grave blankets
Expert plant advice
Community-focused business
Seasonal product variety
Friendly staff
Services
Grave Blankets
Custom handcrafted grave blankets made on-site using fresh materials. Available in multiple sizes and varieties with customization options for specific cemetery requirements. Our team ensures proper placement at local cemeteries while maintaining respectful presentation standards.
Christmas Trees
Premium Balsam and Fraser Fir Christmas trees available in various sizes. Customers can walk through our display to select their perfect tree. We offer decorating services for homes, businesses, and municipalities with personalized ornamentation options.
Nursery Plants
Comprehensive selection of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and specialty plants. Includes seasonal offerings like Easter lilies, mums, and poinsettias. Our experts provide planting guidance and companion planting recommendations for optimal growth.
Fundraising Support
Seasonal fundraising partnerships for schools, churches, and organizations. We provide discounted products like palm crosses, poinsettias, and wreaths with customizable options. Our program includes logistical support for distribution and sales tracking.
Lawn Care
Expert lawn care solutions including soil analysis, fertilizer recommendations, and pest control products. Our staff provides personalized advice for lawn restoration and seasonal maintenance challenges.
People
Joe
Co-Owner
Co-owner with over 15 years of hands-on experience in nursery operations. Specializes in cemetery decorations and plant care consultations. Known for creating custom grave blankets that exceed customer expectations.
Nick Jr.
Co-Owner
Co-owner focused on customer relations and inventory management. Provides expert advice on plant selection and seasonal decorations. Works closely with local organizations to develop effective fundraising programs.
Questions
What are your most popular seasonal products?
Our handcrafted grave blankets, Christmas trees, and Easter lilies are consistently top sellers. We also specialize in seasonal mums, palm crosses, and fundraising items.
Do you offer cemetery decoration placement services?
Yes, we provide placement services at Holy Cross Cemetery and Arlington Cemetery for customers who cannot visit in person.
Can I customize my holiday decorations?
Absolutely! We offer customization for wreaths, grave blankets, and tree decorations to meet specific size, color, or budget requirements.
What gardening advice do you provide?
Our staff offers free consultations on plant selection, lawn care, pest control, and seasonal maintenance. We help diagnose plant health issues and recommend solutions.
Do you support local fundraising efforts?
Yes, we partner with schools and churches for seasonal fundraising programs, providing discounted products and logistical support for events.
What are your holiday operating hours?
We're open seven days a week year-round, including all major holidays, with regular hours from 9 AM to 6 PM Monday-Saturday and 9 AM to 5 PM on Sundays.
