Another secret gem just west of Edmonton – the staff are friendly, knowledgable and a little chatty! Though the nursery might be better known for trees and shrubberies (We hears John Cleese’s voice every time that word is used), the team has recently expanded its offerings to both indoor plants and annuals.
31313 118 Ave, Acheson | 780.962.9297 | kiwinurseries.com
The living wall at Deb’s Greenhouse alone is worth the visit just north of the city limits. Full of colourful plants and flowers, you may just be inspired to create your own at home! And you won’t be disappointed by the selection of plants, flowers and garden decor throughout – just don’t forget to pick up some of the unique shallow planters that were designed to easily transfer to your planters at home.
25505 Secondary 642, Morinville | 825.526.3327 | debsgreenhouse.com
Prairie Gardens is famous for its family-fun farm attractions. But did you know it also supplies many of Edmonton’s finest restaurants? And it features several greenhouses for the home gardener’s pleasure, too. There’s even a spot to buy garden supplies in an old general store setting. Your kids will enjoy running with the goats while you buy your treasures for the garden.
56311 Lily Lake Rd, Bon Accord | 780.921.2272 | prairiegardens.org
A greenhouse that used to be on the outskirts of Edmonton, The Root Seller is now firmly nestled in the new neighbourhoods in Edmonton’s northeast. We’re particularly keen on the locally grown begonias.
16735 Zaychuk Rd, Edmonton | 780.473.2588 | rootseller.com
The Salisbury Greenhouse has more than six decades of history in Sherwood Park; now, the Sproule family has taken over the operations of the large greenhouse operations at the Enjoy Centre. Have some plants or flowers in need of a little intervention? Book an appointment for a houseplant makeover to bring your favourite greenery back to life.
101 Riel Dr, St. Albert | 780.419.6812 | salisburygreenhouse.com
We’re not sure what magic they put in the soil at St. Albert Greenhouses, but whatever they’re doing, the plants are sure loving it! With some of the hugest plants and flowers in the city, including an extensive selection of succulents and showy hanging baskets, you can select your own or choose a pre-potted beauty for your porch.
55021 Range Rd 252, Sturgeon County | 780.939.3110 | facebook.com/St.AlbertGreenhouses
You’ll love the rustic farm setting at Arrowhead, complete with live animals that roam around to keep you company as you browse. But make sure to grab a dolly or a cart – with the abundant selection of shrubs, trees and perennials, you may end up picking up far more than you were looking for!
2503 211 Ave NE, Edmonton | 780.472.6260 | arrowheadnurseries.com
This quaint and rustic greenhouse is everything you’re looking for in a real country house – down to the antique, wood-heated stove.
52257 Range Rd 231, Sherwood Park | 780.464.5527 | aspenridgegreenhouses.com
Looking for veggies? It’s a great greenhouse to go to early in the season to buy herbs, tomatoes and other veggies (including some unique peppers!). It usually has a wide variety of tomato plants, and abundant perennials and annuals to get the rest of your garden going, too.
16121 10 St NW, Edmonton | 780.473.7736 | brenneisgreenhouses.com
Make sure to call ahead to book an appointment before you venture out to Estate Gardens. This small greenhouse is on a beautiful parcel of land and is pristinely maintained. You won’t have to worry about tracking gravel or dirt into your vehicle with the paved walkways and parking lot (although you may need to bring trunk space when you pick up your custom planters and hanging baskets).
#1 Highroad Estates 52333 Range Rd 224, Sherwood Park | 780.922.6329 | estategardens.ca
Greenland is the perfect place to multi-task – go browsing through the wide selection of tropicals, succulents, annuals and perennials, visit the latest pond design (they change it up every year!), check out the stylish apparel and home decor items, and grab a fresh pizza from Branches before you head home.
23108 Highway 16, Sherwood Park | 780.467.7557 | greenlandgarden.com
If you think you’ve seen Kuhlmann’s everywhere you go, you’re probably right. With regular booths at Capilano, St. Albert and the Downtown Farmers’ Markets, you can shop for fresh produce and plants in almost all corners of the city. Head out to the greenhouse where all the produce is grown — and don’t miss the turtle pond!
1320 167 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.475.7500 | kuhlmanns.com
We’re a big fan of succulents – mostly because they’re some of the few plants that actually do better when they’ve been under-watered and get a bit neglected (life gets busy). So even if you’re not much of a green thumb, you can add colour and style to your home with little effort.
52337 Range Rd 232, Sherwood Park | 780.467.5743 | salisburygreenhouse.com
This greenhouse is definitely worth the drive, but make sure to set aside some time for your visit to this 30,000-square foot gardener’s paradise. Choose from plants and flowers at various stages, depending on the time of year and the status of your garden. And don’t be afraid to ask questions – you’re sure to get expert advice from the knowledgeable and friendly staff.
22324 Highway 14, Sherwood Park | 780.922.6765 | southcookinglakegreenhouses.ca
In addition to the bright and full greenhouses for you to browse, you can also bring last year’s planters and let the staff help you choose what will work best for the coming season.
53218 Range Rd 231, Sherwood Park | 780.467.3091 | wallishgreenhouses.ca
Laid out with customer safety in mind, New Beginnings leads you through a singular path to avoid cross traffic as you select your favourite plants and flowers. Specializing in organic, Earth-friendly methods of production, with a passion for sustainability, you’ll notice the difference in the heartiness of plants available as you walk through the rustic barn-wood decor.
50371 Range Road 244, Beaumont | 780.929.1235 | newbeginningsgreenhouse.com
Located in the heart of Little Italy, grab an authentic espresso as you peruse through Zocalo’s beautiful arrangement of cut flowers for a gift or display, or choose from the curated selection of plants and flowers for your urban garden.
10826 95 St, Edmonton | 780.428.0754 | zocalo.ca
