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8 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Colorado!

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No matter if you’re a gardening expert or a plant novice, these garden centers in Colorado will accommodate your needs. From seeds, to soil, to plants and shrubs, everything you need to have the perfect harvest is at one of these nurseries. Many of these garden centers are even open year-round to accommodate your winter greenhouse or just for a Christmas tree. Find the perfect native plant, house plant, rose bush or gardening gloves at these 8 best garden centers and nurseries in Colorado.


Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center, Arvada, CO

Echter’s Nursery & Garden Center is a family-owned business that has been pleasing plant lovers since 1959. With 70,000 square-feet of indoor space and offering over 2,500 varieties of flowers, you are sure to find the perfect plant for your garden or home. If you do have any specific plant questions, this is the place to go since Echter’s always has a knowledgeable plant professional at hand. From unique plants to birdseed to even outdoor furniture and grills, this nursery and garden center is a one-stop-shop for your outdoor gardening needs.

Rick's Garden Center, Colorado Springs, CO

This locally-run operation will meet all of your gardening needs. At Rick's, you can find everything from trees and shrubs to fruits and veggies. If you're looking to maintain what you already have growing, you'll also find a fine selection of decorative pots, gardening tools, plant labels, tree wrap, and watering devices. 

Tagawa Gardens, Centennial, CO

For more than 30 years Tagawa Gardens has been pleasing Coloradans with incredible plants and incredible service. Tagawa Gardens, complete with 110,000 square-feet of indoor space, features garden displays, trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. Locals don’t just head here for roses and garden supplies. This garden center also offers year-round workshops and events.

Nick's Garden Center and Farm Market, Aurora, CO

Need some color and life during the winter months? Head to Nick’s Garden Center in Aurora for a great variety of plant life year-round. However, Nick’s greenhouses are always full of life with lots of selection even in the winter. For 25 years, this family-owned and operated garden center has boasted numerous varieties of perennials, shrubs and trees. During the summer, hit up the farm market at Nick’s to purchase Colorado’s best homegrown fruits and vegetables.

Sturtz and Copeland, Boulder, CO

This Boulder florist has greenhouses open to the public every spring and summer. Sturtz and Copeland should be your first stop when selecting seeds. The seed selection at this garden center comes from local Boulder companies. From heirloom vegetables to native plants, this florist and garden center provides a variety of plants along with knowledge on plant care and pest control. 

Fort Collins Nursery, Fort Collins, CO

This year-round nursery in Fort Collins has been selling plants and garden supplies since 1932. Fort Collins Nursery offers trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials and other supplies for gardeners. With over 17,000 square-feet of indoor space along with three acres of outdoor shopping space, you are sure to find the perfect plant, seed or tree for your garden.

Phelan Gardens, Colorado Springs, CO

Phelan Gardens is a year-round garden center offering indoor and outdoor plants along with home decor. This garden center has been pleasing Colorado Springs residents since 1981. If are you looking for the perfect garden ornament or have a question about a plant in your garden, Phelan Gardens is the place to visit.

The Flower Bin, Longmont, CO

For all your gardening needs, head to The Flower Bin, which has 46,000 square-feet of greenhouse space. The Flower Bin grows its own plants and has been for 45 years now. This garden center is a great spot for spring gardening necessities. Or hit up The Flower Bin in the winter to find the perfect Christmas tree.

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