Green Garden Centers in Dallas/Fort Worth - Getting to Know the 20012 Green Business Award Nominees:

Shopping Green

By Julie Thibodeaux      

North Texas boasts a number of eco-friendly entrepreneurs with green thumbs. Their commitment to promoting organic gardening has earned them a loyal following among Green Source DFW’s readers. Here are the picks for the Best Green Garden Centers:   

When Greg Rohde opened Rohde's Nursery and Nature Store in Garland in 1984, he blazed trails as one of the first garden centers to offer organic garden supplies in North Texas. Today, Rohde’s has earned a reputation for its large selection of native and drought-tolerant plants and experienced staff. In addition, Rohde’s sells its own line of organic products called Green Sense, along with wildbird supplies, natural pet food and gardening gifts. www.beorganic.com   

When Randy and Sue Weston opened Weston Gardens in 1984, like Rohde’s, theirs was one of the first plant nursery’s in the Metroplex to promote native and heat tolerant plants. Today, the nursery showcases an outstanding variety of native and drought-tolerant plants and wildflower seeds, along with a well-stocked retail shop offering gardening gifts, including Texas made jams and jellies. In addition, the Westons turned their 17-acre property across the street into a series of landscaped demonstration gardens where visitors can see native plants thriving. www.westongardens.com     

Redenta's Garden was founded in 1992 by Ruth Kinler, who named it after her aunt, a nun from an Italian convent, because she wanted the shops to reflect a European influence. Today, with locations in Arlington and Dallas, Redenta’s provides a wide and unique assortment of plants, especially native and well-adapted plants. Redenta's is 100 percent organic, offering soil amendments and organic solutions to common garden problems. www.redentas.com     

Founded by organic gardening enthusiast Elizabeth Samudio, Elizabeth Anna’s Urban Farm and Garden Market is a Fort Worth favorite for native plants, organic gardening products and natural pet food. Elizabeth Anna’s also offers classes in urban agriculture for children and adults  -- everything from permaculture design to bee keeping. In addition, the center hosts a weekly farmers market with local and organic produce and its annual Bounty Barter Fair. www.elizabethanna.net/     

Garden Variety Organics in Waxahachie opened in 2004 with the mission to provide the best organic selection for home, garden, farm and ranch at an affordable price. Owned and operated by Dewayne and Helen Hinsley on the couple’s organic farm, the store features organic gardening supplies, gift items and native plants. In addition to promoting organic gardening in the small community of Waxahachie, the store also has a thriving online business. http://stores.gardenvarietyorganics.com/StoreFront.bok

 

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Julie Thibodeaux, covers environmental issues, green topics and sustainable living for Green Source DFW. Previously, she worked as an editor and writer at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Contact her at Julie@greensourcedfw.org.


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Elizabeth Anna'a garden

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 5:43pm.
Very friendly, family-run business.

Iona Hair Salon

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 1:47pm.
I vote for Iona Hair Salon in Fort Worth! All of their products are green, so they are good for the body and environment. Their staff is also incredibly friendly. I will never go anywhere else.

I vote for Elizabeth-Anna's

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/31/2012 - 4:14pm.
Attended a chicken-tractor class at Elizabeth-Anna's. She is now my go-to person for questions dealing with permaculture and organic lasagna gardening.

My vote for Garden Variety Organics

Submitted by Anonymous on Sun, 10/28/2012 - 4:46pm.
Very helpful, friendly, family-run business. Love it!

my vote: Elizabeth Anna's Garden

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/26/2012 - 11:54am.
is for Elizabeth Anna's garden. Love her creativity in being green!

My Vote

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 6:16pm.
I am for Greg Rohde's Gardening Center. I moved here in 1996 and have been gardening ever since. I have regarded Mr. Rohde and his Garden Center as my resource for all things gardening. I attend classes at his store, receive wonderful information newletters and announcements about what is going on in organic gardening in North Central Texas. He and his great crew have helped me replant my new backyard and reorganize the plants that were already there. In short I could not do without them. I hope them win.

Rohde's Greensense Nursery

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 10:12am.
Greg and his team have cared for our yard (1 acre) since 1972. When he began his 'organic' natural fertilization, the change in our ecosystem was dramatic. Greg said, "It will be like ringing the dinner bell for beneficial earthworms" that, in turn, would attract songbirds and produce luxurious plants and flowers that, in turn, would attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Fruit trees, pecan trees flourished bringing in other wildlife. I can say with gratitude that Rohde's has established and maintained the natural wonder that we have thoroughly enjoyed these many years. The Wagners, Northwood Hills

Rhode's Nursery

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 8:20am.
Rhode's nursery does excellent work and provides the kind of expertise we need to make our 3 acre homesite a beautiful showplace. Rhode's makes it all possible and we thank them for their ongoing support. The Chaneys-Plano, TX

DFW Area Green Garden Centers....ROHDE'S!!!

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 8:05am.
I vote for Rohde's!!! Greg started the trend years ago and has remained true to his beliefs in organics. He and his long-term, knowledgable staff continue to bring us the best plants and organic treatments for our gardens & lawns that's not only sensible but, cost effective too.

My vote

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 8:09pm.
I am for Elizabeth Anna's in Fort Worth. She not only supplies shoppers and clients with organic, non-GMO products, she educates them, so that they too can pass on that knowledge to help make a difference in our world. Her passion for a more sustainable earth is evident in everything she does. Elizabeth Samudio and her business, Elizabeth Anna's, is a beakon of HOPE for a "greener living" for many!

Elizabeth Anna's garden

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/26/2012 - 12:15pm.
I love her green approach and creativity in design!!

Elizabeth Anna's garden

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/26/2012 - 12:15pm.
I love her green approach and creativity in design!!

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