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Your Trusted Garden Center in Shakopee, MN
Minnesota Valley Garden Center has been family-owned and operated since 1962, establishing itself as one of the Twin Cities' premier nurseries. With over 50 years of experience, we specialize in providing high-quality trees, plants, statuary, and landscape services tailored to Minnesota homeowners and businesses. Our team of horticultural experts, including resident specialist Bernie, offers personalized guidance to address gardening challenges and recommend optimal plant selections. We maintain a comprehensive inventory of shade trees, ornamental plants, and seasonal flora, complemented by specialized tree spading services using advanced equipment. Our commitment to quality extends to our curated selection of garden decor, pest control solutions, and gift items, ensuring a complete gardening experience.

We operate a retail store with extended seasonal hours and offer wholesale services to contractors and nursery professionals. Our facility in Shakopee features dedicated loading areas for bulk materials and large tree installations. Through decades of community engagement and educational initiatives, we've built a reputation for reliable expertise and customer-centric service. Our ongoing participation in local events and environmental stewardship programs reflects our dedication to sustainable horticultural practices. Whether addressing landscape design needs or diagnosing plant health issues, we combine technical knowledge with practical solutions to meet diverse gardening requirements.
Services
Tree Sales Plant Nursery Landscape Services Tree Spading Garden Decor
Details
  • Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
  • Family-owned operation with 60+ years of local horticultural expertise
  • Resident horticulturalist available for plant health diagnostics and recommendations
  • Specialized tree spading services using Big John equipment for mature tree installations
  • Comprehensive inventory of hardy Minnesota-grown trees and seasonal plants
  • Wholesale nursery supply division serving professional landscapers and contractors
What people say
Expert gardening advice Healthy plant selections Professional tree spading Helpful staff Great garden decor
Services
Tree Spading
Our professional tree spading service utilizes a Big John Tree Spade to relocate mature trees. This specialized equipment preserves root systems for successful transplantation, providing instant shade and privacy. Ideal for commercial properties and homeowners seeking established tree installations.
Landscape Services
We offer comprehensive landscape solutions from initial design to implementation. Our experts recommend regionally appropriate plant selections and hardscaping elements. Services include seasonal planting, pest control consultations, and ongoing maintenance guidance.
Plant Nursery
Our nursery features extensive plant selections including annuals, perennials, and specialty cultivars. We stock hardy Minnesota-grown specimens with seasonal availability of flowering plants, ground covers, and unique garden accents for residential landscapes.
Horticultural Consultations
Resident horticulturalist Bernie provides expert plant health diagnostics and care recommendations. Services include disease identification, pest management strategies, and customized planting advice for challenging landscape conditions.
Wholesale Nursery Supply
We supply professional landscapers with B & B shade trees, potted specimens, and seasonal plant material. Our wholesale division offers volume pricing and specialized ordering for commercial landscaping projects and nursery resellers.
People
Bernie
Resident Horticulturalist
Bernie provides expert plant health diagnostics and gardening advice. With extensive knowledge of regional horticulture, he assists customers with disease identification, pest control, and optimal plant selection for Minnesota landscapes.
Questions
What services does Minnesota Valley Garden Center offer?
We provide tree and plant sales, landscape services, tree spading, horticultural consultations, and wholesale nursery supplies.
Are your plants suitable for Minnesota climates?
Yes, we specialize in hardy Minnesota-grown specimens and can recommend regionally appropriate plant selections.
Do you offer tree transplantation services?
Yes, our Big John Tree Spade enables professional tree spading for mature tree installations.
What are your current store hours?
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 10am-3pm (seasonal variations apply).
Do you have wholesale options available?
Yes, we operate a dedicated wholesale division for contractors and nursery professionals.
Can you help diagnose plant health issues?
Our resident horticulturalist Bernie provides expert plant diagnostics and treatment recommendations.