Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Destination in Kentucky
Wilson Nurseries was founded in 1979 and has grown into Kentucky's largest garden center and nursery. As a 100% women-owned small business, we operate two locations in Frankfort and Lexington, offering a comprehensive range of horticultural services and products. Our Frankfort flagship features a garden-to-table restaurant, Sage Garden Cafe, a botanical garden with the Butterfly Greenhouse, and a floral design studio. We specialize in landscape design, plant sales, and event hosting, combining decades of horticultural expertise with a passion for sustainable gardening. Our team of certified nursery professionals provides personalized guidance for both residential and commercial projects.We maintain 28 greenhouses across 5 acres, hand-nurturing plants from seed to sale to ensure quality. The business continues Charlie Wilson's legacy of horticultural innovation while adapting to modern gardening needs. We offer seasonal workshops, rare plant collections, and curated garden goods that reflect our commitment to plant education. Our services extend to floral arrangements, edible gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscape designs. With over 40 years of experience, we remain dedicated to cultivating green spaces that enhance Kentucky communities.
Services
Landscape Design
Floral Arrangements
Plant Nursery
Garden Workshops
Event Hosting
Butterfly Greenhouse
Sage Garden Cafe
Pollinator Gardens
Edible Landscaping
Rare Plant Sales
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of horticultural expertise since 1979
- Kentucky's largest garden center with two convenient locations
- Full-service nursery with landscape design and floral studios
- Certified nursery professionals guide every plant selection
- Seasonal workshops for beginner to advanced gardeners
What people say
Transformative landscaping work
Peaceful butterfly garden
Expert touch
Vibrant plant selection
Services
Landscape Design
Our certified designers create custom outdoor spaces tailored to Kentucky's climate. We offer complete landscape plans, plant selection, and installation services for residential and commercial properties. Our team specializes in pollinator gardens, edible landscapes, and low-maintenance designs that enhance property value year-round.
Floral Arrangements
The Flower Child Botanical Loft provides custom floral designs for weddings, events, and everyday occasions. Our florists use seasonal blooms and unique botanical elements to create arrangements that reflect each client's personal style and event theme.
Plant Nursery
We grow and sell thousands of plants including rare specimens, native plants, and hard-to-find cultivars. Our inventory includes trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and houseplants nurtured in our 28 greenhouses. Expert staff provide personalized plant selection guidance for every gardening need.
Garden Workshops
Seasonal workshops teach gardening skills from wreath-making to terrarium building. Our hands-on classes cover plant care, sustainable gardening practices, and creative plant styling techniques for both novice and experienced gardeners throughout the year.
Event Hosting
The Butterfly Greenhouse and outdoor gardens host weddings, corporate events, and private parties. We offer venue styling, on-site coordination, and floral design services for events of 20-200 guests in our unique botanical setting.
Questions
What services does Wilson Plant Co offer?
We provide landscape design, plant nursery sales, floral arrangements, garden workshops, and event venue rentals.
Do you have multiple locations?
Yes, we operate in Frankfort (3690 East-West Connector) and Lexington (2700 Palumbo Drive), Kentucky.
Are workshops available for beginners?
Our seasonal workshops cater to all skill levels, from basic plant care to advanced floral design techniques.
Can you help with commercial landscaping?
Our certified designers handle projects of all sizes, including commercial properties and public spaces.
Do you host weddings?
Yes, our Frankfort location features event spaces including the Butterfly Greenhouse for weddings up to 200 guests.
What makes your plants unique?
We grow rare specimens and native plants in our 28 greenhouses, with expert staff providing personalized selection guidance.
Reviews (2)
Mitchell Wilson
May 03, 2020
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If I shop for plants it's Wilson's. They have an exceptional selection of products that are locally grown and well maintained by the friendliest garden service workers I've met.
Paula Jones
Apr 02, 2018
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Love this place! Just bought Black Raspberry Vines and they were the best I have ever seen. Plus had a coupon for $20 off $100 loved it.
