Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Dayton, OH
Since 1959, Stockslagers Greenhouse & Garden Center has been a family-owned institution rooted in the values of quality, integrity, and community. Our journey began with Ray and Joyce Stockslager's passion for cultivating spring annuals, evolving into a year-round operation under subsequent generations. Today, we maintain over nine acres of indoor and outdoor growing space, offering seasonal plants, gardening supplies, and expert advice to southwestern Ohio. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond plantswe prioritize personalized service, educational initiatives, and community engagement through radio programs and fundraising partnerships. With three generations of horticultural expertise, we combine tradition with innovation to meet modern gardening needs while preserving our foundational principles.Our team of dedicated professionals, including certified growers and retail specialists, ensures every customer receives tailored guidance and premium products. From spring bedding plants to Christmas poinsettias, we provide solutions for every gardening season and occasion. Located in New Lebanon, Ohio, we serve as Dayton's premier destination for both wholesale and retail horticultural needs. Our radio show 'Greener Acres' demonstrates our dedication to sharing knowledge, while our voucher programs and plant fundraisers strengthen local organizations. As we continue growing, our mission remains unchanged: to bring beauty to the Miami Valley through quality plants and family values.
Services
Greenhouse
Garden Center
Plant Sales
Gardening Supplies
Fundraising Programs
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1959 with three generations of horticultural expertise
- Year-round operation with 9+ acres of growing space
- Specialized in seasonal plants including award-winning poinsettias
- Certified growers providing expert plant care advice
- Community-focused with educational radio programs and fundraising programs
Services
Greenhouse
Our greenhouse operation spans nine acres of indoor and outdoor growing space. We specialize in seasonal plant production including spring bedding plants, fall mums, and Christmas poinsettias. The facility maintains optimal growing conditions year-round through climate-controlled environments and sustainable cultivation practices.
Garden Center
The retail garden center offers a comprehensive selection of locally grown plants, pots, soil, and garden dcor. Seasonal inventory includes both common and specialty varieties, with expert staff available to provide planting guidance and maintenance tips for residential and commercial applications.
Fundraising Programs
Our poinsettia fundraising program provides 50% profit margins for schools and organizations. We supply custom order pages, handle plant delivery logistics, and offer complementary retail vouchers that generate additional donations while supporting local shoppers.
Radio Program
The 'Greener Acres' radio show delivers expert gardening advice through daily broadcasts. Hosted by Roy Hatfield and horticulturalists, the program covers seasonal planting techniques, pest management, and sustainable gardening practices for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Retail Vouchers
The $10 retail voucher program offers flexible purchasing options with no expiration date. Vouchers provide full value toward any retail product while generating $3 donations per voucher to participating organizations, creating mutual benefits for customers and community groups.
People
Jacob Stockslager
President
Third-generation leader overseeing operations and strategic direction. Maintains family commitment to quality plants and community service while implementing modern horticultural innovations.
Barb Stockslager
Lead Operations
Key operational leader managing day-to-day greenhouse activities. Combines decades of experience with hands-on management to ensure consistent product quality and customer satisfaction.
Paige Dellinger
Lead Grower
Head horticulturist responsible for plant health and cultivation standards. Oversees growing processes from seed to sale, ensuring optimal plant quality across all seasonal product lines.
Betsie Stockslager
Marketing Director
Manages digital presence and community engagement initiatives. Coordinates radio programming content and social media outreach to expand educational gardening resources.
Roy Hatfield
Radio Host
Horticultural expert and presenter of 'Greener Acres' radio show. Provides daily gardening advice while representing the company's commitment to knowledge sharing and community education.
Questions
When did Stockslager's Greenhouse open?
We opened in 1959 as a seasonal greenhouse and became year-round operation in the 1980s under second-generation leadership.
What plant varieties do you offer?
We specialize in spring bedding plants, fall mums, Christmas poinsettias, and maintain year-round houseplant selections.
Are your hours consistent year-round?
Our seasonal hours operate Monday-Saturday 9AM-5PM, with potential variations during peak holiday periods.
How can organizations partner with you?
We offer poinsettia fundraising programs with 50% profit margins and retail voucher initiatives that generate community donations.
Do you provide gardening advice?
Yes, through our daily 'Greener Acres' radio program and in-person consultations with certified horticulturalists.
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