Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Atlanta Nursery for Quality Perennials & Ornamentals
Frank A. Smith Nurseries has served the Atlanta area since 1940, providing high-quality perennials, hostas, groundcovers, ferns, ornamental grasses, and woody ornamentals. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in over eight decades of experience cultivating plants that meet the needs of residential and commercial landscapers. We deliver finished products professionally and promptly using our own fleet, ensuring reliability and quality control.Our team combines generational expertise with modern horticultural practices to offer a comprehensive selection of plants at competitive prices. With deep ties to the local community and a focus on sustainable growing methods, we remain a trusted partner for Atlanta's landscaping professionals.
Services
Perennials
Hostas
Groundcovers
Ferns
Ornamental Grasses
Woody Ornamentals
Professional Delivery
Landscape Plants
Commercial Nursery
Atlanta Plants
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- Serving Atlanta's landscaping industry continuously since 1940
- Specialized expertise in groundcovers and perennials
- Direct delivery from our own truck fleet ensures timely service
- Extensive plant selection for diverse landscaping needs
- Generational horticultural knowledge applied to sustainable practices
Services
Perennials
We offer a comprehensive selection of perennials including asters, coreopsis, sedum, and daylilies in multiple cultivars. These low-maintenance plants return year after year, providing color and texture for Atlanta landscapes. All perennials are field-grown for optimal root structure.
Hostas
Our hosta collection features premium varieties like 'Blue Angel', 'August Moon', and 'Empress Wu' in various sizes. These hardy shade-tolerant plants are ideal for Georgia's climate and come with proven landscape performance records.
Groundcovers
We specialize in groundcovers including ajuga, vinca, and liriope that establish quickly and require minimal maintenance. These plants provide erosion control and weed suppression for residential and commercial properties in the metro Atlanta area.
Professional Delivery
Our dedicated delivery fleet ensures timely transport of live plant material using specialized equipment to maintain root integrity. Deliveries are scheduled with customer convenience in mind while preserving plant health during transport.
Ornamental Grasses
We cultivate ornamental grasses including fountain grass, maiden grass, and muhly grass that add texture and winter interest to Atlanta landscapes. These drought-tolerant plants require minimal maintenance once established in appropriate growing conditions.
People
JR Richardson
Owner
JR Richardson has led Frank A. Smith Nurseries since 2006, continuing the tradition of quality plant production established in 1940. His 30+ years in the nursery industry ensure consistent product excellence and customer service standards.
Darren Emerick
Sales Representative
Darren Emerick manages client relationships at FAS Nurseries with 15 years experience in Atlanta's horticultural industry. He specializes in helping landscapers select appropriate plant material for specific project requirements and growing conditions.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the metro Atlanta area including Stone Mountain, Gwinnett County, and surrounding regions with reliable plant delivery services.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we deliver our products throughout Metro Atlanta using our own fleet of trucks to ensure timely and proper handling of all plant material.
What plant types are available?
We grow perennials, hostas, groundcovers, ferns, ornamental grasses, and woody ornamentals suitable for Atlanta's climate and landscaping needs.
How long have you been in business?
We've served Atlanta's landscaping industry continuously since our founding in 1940, with over 80 years of combined nursery experience among our team.
Can I get current availability information?
Yes, join our email list to receive regular updates about our current plant availability and pricing information throughout the growing season.
