Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Plant Nursery in Riverside, MO
Larry's Nursery has been a trusted name in horticulture for over four decades. Established in 1978 at our Riverside, Missouri location, we have dedicated ourselves to providing Kansas City with an unparalleled selection of high-quality plants. Our family-owned business began as Antioch Tropical Plants in the 1970s, evolving through the decades to meet changing customer needs while maintaining our commitment to excellence. We specialize in unique plant varieties not found at typical retail stores, offering thousands of annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and exotic species. Our team combines decades of horticultural expertise with personalized service to help customers find perfect plant solutions.We maintain competitive pricing without compromising quality, ensuring gardening remains accessible to all. From houseplants and succulents to citrus and air plants, our inventory caters to both novice gardeners and seasoned professionals. Our nursery also features extensive pottery selections to complement every planting project. With winter hours operating seven days a week and digital gift card options available, we strive to make plant shopping convenient and enjoyable. Our enduring mission remains unchanged: to help everyone experience the joy of gardening through exceptional plants and service.
Services
Houseplants
Succulents & Cactus
Perennials
Annuals
Vegetables & Herbs
Citrus Plants
Water Plants
Air Plants
Pottery Selection
eGift Cards
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of horticultural expertise and family-owned service
- Our nursery maintains Kansas City's largest plant selection
- We guarantee competitive pricing without compromising quality
- We specialize in unique plant varieties not found at box stores
- Our team provides expert guidance for all gardening needs
Services
Houseplants
Our extensive houseplant collection features thousands of varieties for every indoor environment. From low-light tolerant species to statement tropicals, we offer expert-curated selections that thrive in Kansas City homes. Each plant receives specialized care before sale to ensure optimal health and longevity.
Succulents & Cactus
We maintain one of the region's most comprehensive succulent and cactus collections. Our drought-tolerant plants suit both novice and experienced gardeners, with varieties ranging from classic Echeveria to rare specialty species. All specimens receive proper acclimation for Missouri climate conditions.
Perennials
Our perennial inventory includes hundreds of native and hybrid varieties suited to Midwest growing conditions. From spring bloomers to fall color specialists, each plant is field-grown locally to ensure climate adaptation. Expert staff provides planting guidance for year-round garden success.
Annuals
We offer complete annual selections for seasonal garden transformations. Our inventory includes both traditional favorites and unique cultivars not found at big-box stores. Plants are greenhouse-grown to precise timing for optimal transplanting during Kansas City's growing season.
Vegetables & Herbs
Our vegetable and herb collection features both common favorites and specialty varieties for gourmet gardening. All edible plants are non-GMO and grown without harmful chemicals. We provide planting calendars and companion planting guidance to maximize harvest success.
Questions
What are Larrys Nursery's current operating hours?
We operate seven days a week with winter hours: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, and Sunday 9am-5pm.
Do you offer gift card options?
Yes, we provide digital eGift cards available in $10-$200 denominations through our Square store, redeemable in-person at our nursery.
What makes Larrys Nursery different from other garden centers?
We combine 40+ years of horticultural expertise with the region's largest plant selection, featuring unique varieties not found at typical retail stores while maintaining competitive pricing.
Do you carry specialty plant varieties?
Yes, we specialize in unique plants including air plants, water plants, and rare succulents, along with growing our own citrus collection for Kansas City gardeners.
Are your plants suitable for Missouri climate conditions?
All our plants receive specialized care and acclimation for Midwest growing conditions, with expert guidance available for successful planting and maintenance.
Reviews (3)
Lorna Dempster
May 29, 2018
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They said NO, when I wanted to buy something. It was simply remarkable. I was about to purchase a plant that would not survive where I told them I.
Rebecca Lower
May 13, 2018
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This is my first visit to Larry's Nursery. I was very impressed with the variety of plants that they had to offer. I bought $100 worth of plants and.
Joan Elliott
May 25, 2017
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I used to shop at the one in Riverside until they opened one in Roeland Park and then I shopped there for years until it was closed. I love their.
