What types of plants can I find in a nursery?

<div><p>Garden nurseries offer many plants to make your home and garden flourish. In-container plants are one option, including <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/choosing-perennial-flowers.htm">perennials</a>, annuals, and small shrubs or trees. Large hedge plants and roses are called bare-root plants, meaning they have not been potted. Finally, you will see some burlapped plants, typically larger trees and shrubs with burlap wrapping around the bottom.</p></div>

When is the best time to plant?

<div><p>The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it’s hot out, it’s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.</p></div>

What are the main flower types?

<div><p>While there are over 400,000 different flowering plants worldwide, there are five main types of flowers. These flower types are based on their lifecycles, giving each type a unique personality. These types are:</p><ul><li><p><b>Annuals</b>, which complete their entire life cycle within a single growing season. </p></li><li><p><b>Perennials</b>, which the tops die off in the winter but regrow in spring. </p></li><li><p><b>Biennials</b>, which complete their entire life cycle within two years.</p></li><li><p><b>Hybrids</b>, which exhibit either annual or perennial behaviors depending on location</p></li><li><p><b>Flowering shrubs</b>, which are small to medium-sized perennial woody plants, such as shrubs or evergreens.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Do I need to provide plants from a nursery for a landscaper?

<div><p>If you&rsquo;re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it&rsquo;s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.</p></div>

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Verified Reviews for Greenhouse And Nursery Service pros in Naperville, IL

*The Angi rating for Greenhouse And Nursery Service companies in Naperville, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Greenhouse And Nursery Service needs.

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Last update on August 11, 2025

Reviewed in May 2023
Optima SAVED THE DAY! My son was born several weeks early and we needed to get his nursery painted, base boards installed and a railing put up before we came home from the hospital. I called Optima and the were able to get their crew on the job and finish the room in the nick of time! Not only...
Optima Construction & Abatement, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2020
Rick Ramoser was the landscape architect we first met to work on this project. I cannot say enough positive things about him. He completely understood what we needed, gave valuable suggestions, designed a plan based on our input and then oversaw the installation. It took about a week to complete...
Poul's Landscaping
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Reviewed in February 2014
I provided measurements over the phone for a nursery closet we were preparing. After some time later I did receive some plans. They were nice, but by the time we received them our decision was made.
Everything Closets
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Reviewed in October 2013
Jason is fantastic! He is extremely knowledgeable and helpful in every way I can think of. All the staff there is the best. I prefer Bertholds over any local nursery. I have frequented Bertholds since I was a kid with my parents in the1970's. I purchased all my plants from them and even...
BERTHOLD'S NURSERY & GARDEN CENTER
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Reviewed in April 2013
Family operation but very responsive will quality work. Our home contracted Ariel for basement drywall install, but was flexible with pricing / package as I ended up painting. He re-finished our wood floors - excellent quality. We closed off hallway door to prepare a nursery - no seem...
Ariel Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2010
The date we originally picked to arrange for the plantings fell through the cracks and we had to rearrange another date for Knupper staff to deliver and plant our landscaping. We had taken a day of vacation for this only to realize that something had fallen through the cracks when JULIE hadn't...
KNUPPER NURSERY & LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in May 2010
I've used Pacocha Landscaping for a few years now, and this is the biggest job I've given them. Not only did they do everything perfectly (no "oops, we didn't think of that" moments), but they alway leave the job site looking tidy and neat. This time, I designed the beds and bought my own...
Pacocha Landscaping Services Inc
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Reviewed in December 2009
We've worked with George several times in the past and once again he did great work. We always hated the dark bedrooms in our home, so we decided to install ceiling lights in two of the bedrooms. After getting the Christmas decorations out of the attic, we decided now would be a good time to...
Karidas Electric Inc
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Greenhouse and nursery specialists in Naperville

Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc

Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc

Customers say: Super punctual

40 local quotes requested

40 years of experience

Midwest Landscaping Design & Tree Service Inc. is a family owned and operated company. We are based out of Downers Grove. We have been servicing the western suburbs for 35 years. Some of our many specialties are designing and renovating your property. We offer FREE ESTIMATES and are FULLY INSURED. We offer 1 Year Guarantee on Plants

"Very well. Owner of company was very enthusiastic, thorough and seemed to really care how everything turned out."

Peter K on July 2025

"Very well. Owner of company was very enthusiastic, thorough and seemed to really care how everything turned out."

Peter K on July 2025

Go Easy Construction

25w 150 Fairmeadow Lane

25w 150 Fairmeadow Lane

Customers say: Quick response

10 local quotes requested

1 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Chris did a coffered ceiling and crown molding with wainscoting. He did an amazing job. Very professional, detailed, timely and respectful. I could not be happier with his work and can definitely recommend him. Five stars!"

Dana P on March 2025

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Simple Planting & Yard Decor

125 IL-7

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Simple Planting & Yard Decor

125 IL-7

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5 years of experience

Seasonal flower, vegetable & rare plant seedlings, handmade wooden birdhouses, flower pots, wishing wells, mailboxes and more. Build to suite any size, no birdhouse is too big.

West Hauling and Landscaping

918 Chesney Ct

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West Hauling and Landscaping

918 Chesney Ct

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Golden Willow Landscaping

774 Crest Wood Dr

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Golden Willow Landscaping

774 Crest Wood Dr

3.00(

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17 years of experience

Golden Willow Landscaping provides a full range of landscaping services. Our team provides regular maintenance of your lawn and gardens, and specializes in design and installation of new landscapes. We can design and plant a new landscape, install hardscaping such as paver patios, walks, driveways, retaining walls, lighting, water drainage solutions to protect your property and more. We offer FREE estimates and are fully insured.

"They have been doing our lawn maintenance for years now and have great customer service. Indy is always on top of making time to hear out our new ideas and coming back with new designs. We decided to update our backyard July 2017 with a new patio and he did above and beyond. His team is respectful, on time, professional, and hard workers. Planning on using them for years to come! Thank you Indy!"

Stacy H on March 2018

25 years of experience

Conserv LLC (Construction services) is dedicated to their customers and strive for perfection in business relations. We accept all major credit cards. Billing procedures vary depending on contracts. Conserv only uses the best quality materials and tradesman. Licensed, bonded and insured. Please do not call if you are looking for cheap and UN-reliable contractors!

Elk Home Restorations

101 Monroe St.

5.00(

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Elk Home Restorations

101 Monroe St.

5.00(

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Our company is fully Insured consisting of Christian men of integrity, and we will be happy to provide free estimates. Payment terms dependent on type of job requested and disclosed upon receipt of estimate.

We are a FULL interior & exterior home service company. There is no job too tall or too small for us to tackle. So if you're repainting your entire home or just need a good deep spring cleaning, we're the one stop shop for all of your projects. Need a room designed, or an area completely remodeled? Let our expert team of designers turn your visions into reality. We understand your home is extremely important to you and is the largest purchase you will make in your lifetime. That's why all of our technicians come highly recommended with spectacular references. Each technician has years of experience and all of our foremen are veterans of their field. So take a look around and see all the wonderful services we have to offer for you and your home.

"Alexandria Lexendrax is my half sister and is a grifter. She financially ruined herself and the one review left on this "business" she DOES NOT RUN. this is a FAKE business LLC under her name that she is using to Garner funding. It may have happened in 2016, but this will be reported since I know my sister is now treating the general public like she treats our family."

Trinity L on March 2025

14 years of experience

Roots is a small backyard nursery offering great deals to local shoppers. Every 1 gallon plant is only $5! We have our big weekend sales throughout the summer, but were not always open. Sign up on our email list to make sure you now when our sales are happening.

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FAQs for greenhouse and nursery service projects in Naperville, IL

Buying plants from a nursery is one thing, but ensuring that they are properly planted is another. While you might not need to hire a landscaper for every plant that you buy from a nursery, it’s a great idea to have their expertise and experience to plant larger items, like burlapped trees or specialty plants like rose bushes. Even better, before making a trip to a nursery to buy new plants, consult a local landscaper to test your soil for pH levels, soil texture, and phosphorus and potassium levels to help determine the best plants for your area.

Garden nurseries offer many plants to make your home and garden flourish. In-container plants are one option, including perennials, annuals, and small shrubs or trees. Large hedge plants and roses are called bare-root plants, meaning they have not been potted. Finally, you will see some burlapped plants, typically larger trees and shrubs with burlap wrapping around the bottom.

The best time to plant is between spring and autumn. Springtime weather is typically mild and is when nurseries start to bloom. When the summer weather arrives and it’s hot out, it’s best to avoid planting bare-root plants, but you can still plant many in-container varieties. The first sign of fall is another great opportunity to plant biennials if you live in southern states, or a lovely vegetable garden up north.

If you’re hiring a landscaper to plant the garden of your dreams, you do not need to provide them with plants that you bought yourself from a nursery. While you certainly can provide your landscaper with plants, keep in mind that some nurseries provide discounts to landscaping companies, therefore potentially lowering your materials cost. Beyond the cost of the plants themselves, you need to have additional materials like topsoil and mulch for the project. Most likely, your landscaper can get a discount on these materials as well, so it’s worth speaking with them before making any large purchases.

While there are over 400,000 different flowering plants worldwide, there are five main types of flowers. These flower types are based on their lifecycles, giving each type a unique personality. These types are:

Annuals, which complete their entire life cycle within a single growing season.
Perennials, which the tops die off in the winter but regrow in spring.
Biennials, which complete their entire life cycle within two years.
Hybrids, which exhibit either annual or perennial behaviors depending on location
Flowering shrubs, which are small to medium-sized perennial woody plants, such as shrubs or evergreens.