Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center for Plants, Supplies & Expert Advice
Founded in 1919 by Earl E. May in Shenandoah, Iowa, our family-owned business has grown to operate 28 stores across Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, and Kansas. We specialize in providing high-quality plants, gardening supplies, and expert advice to help customers enhance their outdoor spaces. Our commitment to superior customer service remains unchanged since our early days of mail-order seed catalogs. We offer comprehensive landscaping solutions, seasonal maintenance programs, and specialized planting services tailored to local climates. Our team of horticultural experts provides personalized guidance for both novice gardeners and experienced landscapers.We maintain a diverse inventory of live plants, gardening tools, and decorative outdoor items to meet all gardening needs. Through generations, we've preserved our founding principles of quality, expertise, and community-focused service. Our modern garden centers combine traditional values with contemporary landscaping innovations. We actively support local communities through educational resources and environmental stewardship initiatives. Today, we continue evolving while maintaining the personal touch that has defined our business for over a century.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Maintenance
Planting Services
Weed Identification
DIY Design
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1919 with multi-generational gardening expertise
- 28 locations offering localized horticultural knowledge across four states
- Comprehensive landscaping services from design to installation
- Seasonal maintenance programs tailored to Midwestern climates
- Expert plant health diagnosis with customized treatment solutions
Services
Landscape Design
Our professional landscape design service creates customized outdoor spaces tailored to your property and preferences. We combine site analysis with plant selection to maximize curb appeal and functionality. Our team handles everything from initial concept to final installation using quality nursery stock and hardscaping materials.
Garden Maintenance
We provide comprehensive garden maintenance programs including spring/fall cleanups, mulching, pruning, and weed control. Our services ensure year-round garden health through climate-appropriate care routines. Each maintenance visit includes expert assessment and recommendations for continued plant vitality.
Planting Services
Our planting service handles tree, shrub, and perennial installations with expert care. We assist with plant selection based on local growing conditions and provide proper planting techniques for long-term success. Each service includes post-planting care instructions and follow-up support.
Weed Identification
We diagnose garden issues through sample analysis and provide targeted solutions for weeds, pests, and plant diseases. Our experts identify problems using diagnostic tools and recommend organic or chemical treatments. Services include soil analysis and plant replacement recommendations when needed.
DIY Design
We offer design consultations and material selection assistance for customers undertaking their own landscaping projects. Our staff provides expert guidance on plant combinations, hardscaping materials, and seasonal requirements. We supply all necessary tools and products for successful DIY implementation.
Questions
What services does Earl May offer?
We provide landscape design, garden maintenance, planting services, and plant health diagnostics at all our locations.
Do you have garden centers near me?
We operate 28 locations across Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, and Kansas with expert staff at each location.
Can you help with plant problems?
Our horticultural experts diagnose plant issues and provide customized treatment solutions using quality products.
Are seasonal gardening services available?
We offer spring and fall clean-up services, mulch installation, and winterization programs for year-round gardens.
Do you sell live plants and trees?
We carry a wide selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, and seasonal plants suited to Midwestern climates.
