Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted St. Louis Nursery & Landscaping Experts Since 1978
Hartke Nursery has been dedicated to providing exceptional horticultural services and quality plant materials since 1978. Our team of certified professionals combines decades of experience with a passion for gardening to serve St. Louis neighborhoods. We specialize in curated plant selections, landscape design, and expert advice tailored to local growing conditions. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our knowledgeable staff, seasonal offerings, and community-focused approach. With over 45 years of operation, we maintain a safe, supportive environment for both employees and gardening enthusiasts.Our comprehensive services include retail plant sales, bulk landscaping supplies, and seasonal events that engage the local community. We pride ourselves on offering fair pricing without compromising product quality or service excellence. Through continuous learning and adaptation, we ensure our expertise remains current with evolving horticultural practices. Our nursery features extensive collections of native plants, pollinator attractors, and specialty gardening products. This enduring dedication to 'Good Growing!' has established us as a trusted resource for both novice and experienced gardeners in the region.
Services
Plant Nursery
Landscape Design
Bulk Mulch Sales
Seasonal Decorations
Gardening Advice
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- 45 years serving St. Louis gardening needs since 1978
- Certified arborist and nursery professionals on staff
- Specialized knowledge of local St. Louis growing conditions
- Largest rose variety selection in St. Louis
- Comprehensive seasonal offerings and landscaping supplies
Services
Plant Nursery
Offering extensive selections of annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs suited for St. Louis climates. Our inventory includes native plants, pollinator attractors, and specialty gardening collections. Expert staff provides planting guidance and maintenance advice to ensure customer success.
Landscape Design
Professional landscape consultation services tailored to local soil and weather conditions. We create customized outdoor spaces using regionally appropriate plant selections and hardscaping materials. Our designs balance aesthetic appeal with practical maintenance considerations for residential properties.
Bulk Supplies
Providing bulk mulch, compost, and specialty soils for large-scale landscaping projects. Our inventory includes fill dirt, sod, and grass seed options for both residential and commercial applications. Delivery services available for bulk material orders.
Seasonal Offerings
Specialized seasonal product lines including Christmas trees, Easter displays, and fall decorations. We offer setup services for holiday displays and maintain extensive inventories of seasonal plants like mums and pumpkins during peak periods.
Gardening Advice
Expert guidance from certified professionals on plant selection, pest control, and garden maintenance. Our staff provides tailored recommendations for local growing conditions and offers ongoing support for both novice and experienced gardeners.
People
Cindy Collins
Owner, Horticulturist, Certified Arborist
Certified Arborist with Missouri Nursery Professional credentials since 1990. Provides expert tree care advice and landscape consultation services to St. Louis clients.
Don Walls
General Manager, Horticulturist
General Manager since 1992 with extensive horticultural knowledge. Known for exceptional customer service and expertise in plant selection for local growing conditions.
Sharon Schrick-Keathley
Salesroom Manager
Salesroom Manager since 2005 with comprehensive product knowledge. Organizes inventory systems and maintains engaging displays for customer shopping experience.
Nancy Hanks
Tree and Shrub Manager
Horticulturist managing tree and shrub inventory since 2004. Recognized for broad expertise in plant care and problem-solving for landscaping challenges.
Questions
What are your current business hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM and Sunday 10AM-4PM. Hours may vary seasonally.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we provide delivery for bulk landscaping materials and large plant purchases.
What plant varieties do you specialize in?
We carry the largest rose selection in St. Louis along with native plants, pollinator attractors, and specialty gardening collections.
Are there certified experts on staff?
Yes, we have Certified Arborists and Missouri Certified Nursery Professionals available for consultation.
Do you sell gardening tools and accessories?
We offer complete gardening tool sets, pots, planters, and decorative accessories for all outdoor spaces.
What seasonal products do you carry?
Our seasonal inventory includes Christmas trees, Easter displays, fall mums, and pumpkin patches throughout the year.
