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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Last update on August 25, 2025

Reviewed in May 2005
WENDLAND NURSERIES CAME TO OUR HOUSE TO FIX OUR LANDSCAPING PROBLEM. THEY DID A VERY NICE JOB IN A TIMELY MANNER. THE PEOPLE WERE VERY FRIENDLY AND SYMPATHETIC TO THE PROBLEM WE WERE FACING. WE WOULD DEFINITELY USE WENDLAND NURSERIES AGAIN FOR ANY LANDSCAPING NEEDS.
WENDLAND LANDSCAPE SERVICES INC./ WENDLAND NURSERY
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Reviewed in May 2005
JOHNSON'S NURSERY DELIVERED OUR MULCH, ASKED WHERE TO DUMP IT, MADE SURE HE WAS IN THE RIGHT SPOT ON THE DRIVEWAY AND THAT THE BED OF THE TRUCK WAS COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE DEPARTING.
Johnson's Nursery Inc™
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Reviewed in September 2007
After a comparison of merchandise with other nursery from Angie's List, Mayfield's looked healthier. Delivery was not on schedule- when I called, the delivery was made by the end of the day.
MAYFIELD NURSERY
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Reviewed in March 2018
The staff are so knowledgeable and willing to help in any way. Their nursery stock is always hands down better than anyone elses. It's a trek for me to get there, but once I do I never regret my decision to work with Minors.
Minors Garden Center
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Reviewed in April 2016
The owner, Jim, took me on a ride through his expansive property of thousands of trees and commented on the shape and quality of the Red Buds and helped me choose the best tree that fit my needs. Ashippun Nursey provided a healthy tree and just as importantly did a careful detailed job of...
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Greenhouse and nursery specialists in Sussex

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

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Welcome to C&R Custom Exteriors, we strive for quality, and on time services. We have 10+ years of knowledge and experience, to make sure your project is done right the first time. The services we provide are very broad. Hardscaping - Paver Patios, Retaining Walls, Outdoor Living Areas, Seat Walls, Pillars, Fire Pits, Natural Stone Steps, Flagstone Walkways, and even block edging! (No Concrete Services) Softscaping - Install Flower Beds, Natural Edging, Mulch Delivery/Install, Decorative Stone Delivery/Install, Planting/Install, or just a seasonal Spring/Fall Clean up Water Features - Pond less Waterfall Installs, Pond Installs, Pumps, Filters, Seasonal Pond Cleaning Program, and pond repairs Artificial Turf - Artificial grass installs, Putting green Installs, Dog Run Installs, and Playground Installs Grading - New Lawn Installs (Sod/Seed & Straw Mat), Water issues, Buried Downspouts, Drain Installs, or as small as filling in pot holes Gravel - Stone driveways, Garage pads, Parking stalls, Driveway maintenance, and Culverts Thank you for visiting C&R Custom Exteriors’ s, we are here to help you develop your outside living area into a dream come true! Feel free to call or text me at (262) 219 - 5842 to set up a consultation for your soon to be getaway!

"I would hire them again and highly recommend their services. Kind, hardworking, prompt and working with you on what you need done."

BARBARA S on July 2025

"I would hire them again and highly recommend their services. Kind, hardworking, prompt and working with you on what you need done."

BARBARA S on July 2025

Millennium Landscaping

Millennium Landscaping

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We specialize in landscaping, lawn care, hardscaping, retaining walls, pavers, patios, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Friendly, good communication throughout the process, knowledgable, competitive pricing, and excellent quality. I would definitely work with them again."

Kevin S on May 2024

"Friendly, good communication throughout the process, knowledgable, competitive pricing, and excellent quality. I would definitely work with them again."

Kevin S on May 2024

Elenas Landscaping LLC

N56W21265 Silver Spring Dr

Elenas Landscaping LLC

N56W21265 Silver Spring Dr

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Elena's Landscaping LLC - Transforming outdoor spaces with quality and pride. Serving Milwaukee since 2017. Contact us today!

"Fantastic work ethic, high quality, fair price. Will be hiring again for more projects."

Matthew H on January 2025

Elena's Landscaping LLC - Transforming outdoor spaces with quality and pride. Serving Milwaukee since 2017. Contact us today!

"Fantastic work ethic, high quality, fair price. Will be hiring again for more projects."

Matthew H on January 2025

Anne's Acres Greenhouse

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Anne's Acres Greenhouse

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Family-owned and operated neighborhood greenhouse specializing in spring annuals, hanging baskets, planters, and fall mums.

Open Doors Learning Center

8301 W Silver Spring Dr

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8301 W Silver Spring Dr

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8520 W North Ave

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Oasis Landscape & Design, LLC

3912 Sheridan Rd

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Oasis Landscape & Design, LLC

3912 Sheridan Rd

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Full Service Landscape, Design and Maintenance Company. We are dedicated to fulfilling all of our customers landscaping needs. We value creativity, quality and profound customer service. We are a one stop shop in fulfilling all of your landscaping projects. Our experience in designing home landscapes has aided us in becoming one of South Eastern Wisconsin's Premiere landscaping and lawn care companies. Many high profile home and business owners already trust Oasis Landscape & Design, LLC for all of their landscape needs.

Stein's Garden & Home

12217 West Watertown Plank Rd.

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Stein's Garden & Home

12217 West Watertown Plank Rd.

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79 years of experience

Stein's is your trusted local resource that has what you need to create the garden, outdoor living, and home of your dreams. Let us help you grow.

Stein's Garden & Home

2220 E. Moreland Blvd.

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Stein's Garden & Home

2220 E. Moreland Blvd.

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79 years of experience

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Stein's Garden & Home

3725 S. 108th Street

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Stein's Garden & Home

3725 S. 108th Street

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79 years of experience

Stein's is your trusted local resource that has what you need to create the garden, outdoor living, and home of your dreams. Let us help you grow.

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FAQs for greenhouse and nursery service projects in Sussex, WI

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.

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