Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Springfield, MA
At Sixteen Acres Garden Center, we have cultivated a legacy of excellence in horticulture since 1962. Our family-owned business, rooted in Springfield, MA, offers an unparalleled selection of premium plants, gardening supplies, and landscape design services. Our team of certified horticulturalists combines decades of hands-on experience with a passion for nurturing both plants and customer relationships. As the largest garden center in Western Massachusetts, we pride ourselves on providing expert guidance, seasonal educational resources, and a full-service florist department that creates custom designs for every occasion.Our commitment to quality is evident in our greenhouse-grown plants, hard-to-find gardening essentials, and personalized approach to customer service. Through our innovative loyalty app, we extend our expertise digitally, offering real-time tips, exclusive rewards, and community-building features. From novice gardeners to landscaping professionals, we empower our customers to achieve thriving outdoor spaces through trusted advice and premium products.
Services
Annuals & Bedding Plants
Flowering Shrubs & Trees
Custom Floral Arrangements
Landscape Design
Indoor Plants
Perennials
Gift Shop
Christmas Shop
Plant Guide
Nursery Yard
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer the largest selection of plants in Western Massachusetts
- Family-owned since 1962 with multi-generational horticultural expertise
- Certified nursery staff provides expert plant care guidance daily
- Full-service florist creating custom designs since 1960
- Innovative loyalty app with exclusive gardening resources
What people say
Fantastic experience
Beautiful place
Great plants
Knowledgeable staff
Welcoming atmosphere
Services
Annuals & Bedding Plants
Our premium annuals selection features Proven Winners varieties including petunias, impatiens, and geraniums. Grown in-house, these vibrant plants provide instant color for gardens and containers. Expert staff helps customers choose climate-appropriate varieties for optimal seasonal performance.
Custom Floral Arrangements
The family-operated florist shop creates bespoke arrangements for weddings, funerals, and special events. Using fresh daily stock, designers craft both traditional and contemporary compositions. Services include local and international delivery options for all floral orders.
Landscape Design
Professional landscape consultations combine horticultural expertise with practical design solutions. The nursery provides specimen trees, shrubs, and perennials to implement custom plans. Staff offers ongoing maintenance guidance for established landscapes.
Indoor Plants
A curated collection of indoor plants includes orchids, African violets, and succulents. Knowledgeable staff advises on light requirements and care routines. The selection features both decorative and air-purifying varieties to enhance home environments.
Perennials
Hardy perennials selection features clematis, peonies, and irises in various color varieties. Plants are chosen for climate resilience and seasonal interest. Staff provides companion planting recommendations and bloom timing guidance for continuous garden color.
People
John Bordenuk
Founder
Established the business in 1962 after graduating from Stockbridge School of Agriculture. Built the operation from a family roadside stand to Western Massachusetts' largest garden center. Horticultural legacy continues through three generations of family leadership.
Steve Bordenuk
General Manager
Oversees daily operations of the 16-acre facility. Implements strategic growth initiatives while maintaining family business values. Coordinates inventory management and staff development programs to ensure consistent customer service excellence.
Debra Bordenuk
Floral & Gift Shop Manager
Leads the full-service florist department since 1960. Specializes in custom wedding and event designs. Curates the gift shop's selection of gardening-themed collectibles and specialty items for plant enthusiasts.
Judy Bordenuk
Human Resource & Financial Manager
Manages financial operations and staff development programs. Implements HR policies that support the company's 50+ employees. Ensures fiscal sustainability while maintaining the family business' community-focused values.
Andy
Nursery Manager
Provides expert plant care guidance to customers and staff. Specializes in local climate-appropriate plant selection. Conducts educational workshops on gardening techniques and seasonal plant maintenance.
Questions
What services does Sixteen Acres Garden Center offer?
We provide premium plants, gardening supplies, landscape design consultations, custom floral arrangements, and seasonal gardening education resources.
Are there family-owned operations at the garden center?
Yes, the Bordenuk family has operated the business since 1962, with third-generation leadership managing daily operations.
What makes your plant selection unique?
We grow thousands of varieties in-house, including exclusive Proven Winners annuals and hard-to-find perennials, shrubs, and trees.
Do you offer delivery for floral arrangements?
Our full-service florist provides local delivery and coordinates nationwide shipping for custom floral orders.
What gardening resources are available?
We offer expert staff consultations, seasonal planting guides, and a loyalty app with educational content and gardening tips.
What are your operating hours?
Open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, seven days a week, year-round.
