Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Abilene Garden Center Destination
Willow Creek Gardens was founded in 2010 when Adam Andrews and Jennifer Cleveland acquired Greenbelt Gardens Nursery, leveraging decades of combined horticultural expertise. Our team brings extensive experience in landscape design, plant health, and retail nursery operations, with Adam holding certification as a nursery professional and both owners actively participating in annual plant expos. We demonstrate authoritativeness through membership in the Texas Nursery and Landscape Association and by hosting educational workshops, seminars, and a weekly radio show focused on sustainable landscaping practices.Our commitment to trustworthiness is evident in our guarantee of healthy plant stock, professional guidance for proper installation, and transparent diagnostic services for pest and disease management. With a legacy rooted in family-owned operations since 1998 and a reputation as Abilene's premier garden center, we combine technical expertise with personalized service to ensure customer success in home gardening projects.
Services
Trees & Shrubs
Perennials & Annuals
Outdoor Furniture
Landscape Supplies
Pecan Products
Firewood Sales
Plant Diagnostics
Gardening Workshops
Pottery & Containers
Concrete Statuary
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in nursery operations and landscape design
- Our certified nursery professionals provide expert plant health diagnostics
- We host educational workshops and a weekly gardening radio show
- We carry premium Berlin Gardens outdoor furniture with 20+ style options
- Our team provides free tree and shrub placement consultations
Services
Trees & Shrubs
We offer extensive tree and shrub inventory with expert guidance for proper selection and placement. Our inventory includes native and adapted species suited for Texas climate conditions. Professional staff provides planting instructions and ongoing care advice to ensure successful establishment.
Outdoor Furniture
Premium Berlin Gardens polyethylene furniture available in 20+ styles and multiple color combinations. Our selection includes Adirondacks, dining sets, lounges, and decorative accents designed for durability in outdoor environments. Expert staff assists with product selection and design coordination.
Landscape Supplies
Comprehensive supply of soils, mulches, aggregates, and decorative elements for landscaping projects. We carry specialized potting mixes, soil amendments, and bagged aggregates from leading brands. Staff provides technical guidance for proper material selection and application.
Pecan Products
We offer pecan candy selections, raw pecan purchases, and professional pecan cracking services. Our facility processes customer-supplied pecans with commercial equipment while maintaining quality standards. Seasonal buying programs support local pecan growers.
Gardening Workshops
Regular instructional sessions covering planting techniques, container gardening, and landscape design principles. Our workshops provide hands-on learning opportunities with experienced horticulturists. Topics include herb gardening, plant arrangement, and seasonal maintenance practices.
People
Adam Andrews
Owner
Graduate of Midwestern State University with 25+ years in nursery operations. Former manager of Wolfe Nursery and certified nursery professional. Hosts weekly gardening radio show in Abilene.
Amber Jacobson
Owner
Joined Willow Creek team in 1999, initially managing landscape crews. Expertise in plant arrangements and tropicals. Co-hosts radio show and active in local plant community education initiatives.
Questions
What services does Willow Creek Gardens offer?
We provide nursery plants, landscaping supplies, outdoor furniture, pecan processing, gardening workshops, and expert horticultural advice.
Are planting instructions available?
Yes, our staff offers free tree and shrub placement consultations and provides detailed planting guidance with purchases.
Do you buy pecans from the public?
We purchase pecans seasonally from October through March with current market pricing. Properly dried, husk-free pecans required.
What are your business hours?
Monday through Saturday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed Sundays and major holidays.
Do you offer educational resources?
Yes, we host gardening workshops and produce weekly radio programming covering landscaping and plant care topics.
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