DeGroot's Nurseries
Today, DeGroot’s Nurseries is a full operating greenhouse that strives to create beautiful gardens and yards. We offer landscape services, as well as high-quality plants and garden supplies, garden care, and a gift shop full of beautiful products. We are proud to serve Sarnia-Lambton and surrounding areas, striving to offer our customers the best customer service, quality, and garden beauty.
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Last updated on Mar 31st, 2026
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Zamioculcus zamiifolia (ZZ) plant
DeGroot's Nurseries highlights the Zamioculcus Zamiifolia as a Plant of the Week, noting its glossy deep green leaves, upright habit, and thick rhizomes that store water. This beginner friendly houseplant tolerates low light and dry indoor air, and does best when allowed to dry between waterings and grown in a chunky, airy mix.
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G-Force structural retaining system
DeGroot's Nurseries highlights G-Force from @techo-bloc as a structural retaining system meant for walls that hold a hill back, recommended where engineering is the priority. The post invites you to ask the nursery whether G-Force suits the grade you are working with, signaling a consultative purchase path.
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Orchid Care & Repotting workshop
DeGroot's Nurseries added a free Orchid Care and Repotting workshop on Saturday, September 26 at 10:00 AM inside the greenhouse, with hands on instruction in watering, fertilizing, pruning, and repotting. Bring orchids that need care, staff will help repot during the class, and supplies will be available for purchase; RSVP at the provided link.
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Thank-you message to summer students
DeGroot's Nurseries thanks its summer students for their hard work during spring and summer, and sends warm wishes as they head back to school in September 2026. The short message recognizes the vital roles students filled and highlights the mutual benefit of the experience.
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Back-to-school desktop planter workshop
Create a desk friendly planter at DeGroot's Nurseries on Saturday, August 29 at 11:00 AM, with materials included for $50 plus tax. The guided session offers three pot color choices and curated plant selections to help improve focus and reduce stress as you head back to school; pre registration is required via the nursery's event page.
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Fall Porch Planter workshop
Design and plant your own fall porch planter at DeGroot's Nurseries on Saturday, September 5 or Saturday, September 12 with sessions at 11 AM and 2 PM. The workshop includes all materials and one 12 inch fall mum to take home for $129.99 per person, and pre registration is required through the nursery's event page.
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Life in Knots macrame class
Life in Knots hosts a macrame class at DeGroot's Nurseries on September 12, offering a choice of a wristlet or a macrame feather. The 1:00 PM session has many spaces while the 10:00 AM session is fully booked, register via the DeGroot's event page to secure your spot.
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Shuffle Dancing in the greenhouse
Join Andrea Kilmer for Shuffle Dancing in the greenhouse at DeGroot's Nurseries as part of 70's Retro Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The class welcomes all levels, mixes fitness and dance to 1970s tunes, and requires pre registration via the DeGroot's event page. Enjoy a lively, garden setting while learning upbeat shuffle steps.
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Tulip tree
DeGroot's Nurseries recommends the tulip tree for gardeners seeking one of the brightest, pure yellow fall displays. Native to the Carolinian zone, the tree grows best in the milder regions of Southern Ontario, making it a strong choice for seasonal impact in regional landscapes.
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Techo-Bloc Linea pavers
Techo-Bloc Linea pavers deliver sleek, dark styling and engineered vehicular durability for driveways and entryways. Find samples and design advice at DeGroot's Nurseries, where the pavers are shown paired with contrasting light borders for a high contrast, sophisticated look.
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Designers choosing landscape rocks
DeGroot's Nurseries shares a short design primer from Zach about choosing landscape rocks, focusing on colour, texture, shape, and scale. Readable and practical, the piece frames a yard of stones as a palette of possibilities to help you make intentional choices for your garden.
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70's Retro Day
DeGroot's Nurseries hosts 70's Retro Day on September 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM, featuring a Mrs. Roper lookalike contest, best dressed awards for other Three's Company characters, and ballot prizes for attendees in hippy clothing. Prizes include DeGroot's Giftcards and gift packages, making it a playful, costume friendly afternoon for fans of seventies style.
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Boot sale — vendor spots full (September 5th)
DeGroot's Nurseries hosts a boot sale on September 5, 2026 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM with free entry, and vendor spots are already full. Expect a large variety of sellers offering sweet treats, hand made carvings, antiques, and more during this lively morning market.
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Fall collection
DeGroot's Nurseries announces its fall collection on 2026-08-25 featuring cozy layers, rich autumn colours, and everyday wear. The brief invitation encourages shoppers to visit the store to update their wardrobes with the new seasonal pieces.
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Fall perennial planting recommendations
DeGroot's Nurseries recommends planting perennials this autumn so roots can establish in warm soil and cool air. Their suggested list includes Heuchera, Sedum, Lavender, Brunnera, Echinacea, Anemone, Daylilies, Hostas, Ornamental Grasses, and Rudbeckia to fill garden gaps and boost spring performance.
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Aglaonema (Chinese Evergreen) care tip
DeGroot's Nurseries spotlights Aglaonema, the Chinese Evergreen, as an easygoing, variegated houseplant that thrives in bright, indirect light and prefers a loose, well draining soil mix. Let the top 1 to 2 inches of soil dry between waterings and give more light to colourful or lighter variegated varieties to preserve their patterns.
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Techo-Bloc installation promotion
DeGroot's Nurseries is promoting Techo Bloc as a durable choice for patio installations and invites you to stop by their store for help specing your next project. The post emphasizes long lasting finish and weather resistance, and links the promotion to Techo Bloc with the hashtag #TechoBloc.
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Fall Porch Planter Workshop
Design a custom fall porch planter at DeGroot's Nurseries on Saturday September 5 or September 12 with two one hour sessions each day. The workshop includes all materials and a 12 inch fall mum, and costs $129.99 per person plus tax; pre registration is required via the nursery's event page. This is a cozy, hands on way to refresh your porch for autumn with a finished planter to bring home.
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Porch goose outfits
DeGroot's Nurseries just introduced new porch goose outfits, including pickle ball, seasonal looks, and holiday outfits. The announcement notes that porch geese are available but are sold separately, so you can mix and match outfits for changing displays.
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Orchid Care & Repotting Workshop
DeGroot's Nurseries is hosting an Orchid Care and Repotting Workshop on 2026-08-22 at 10:00 AM inside the greenhouse, free to attend. Bring orchids that are not blooming for hands on pruning and repotting guidance, and RSVP online to reserve your spot.
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Design-build approach and small-backyard project philosophy
DeGroot's Nurseries emphasizes that a smaller backyard can feel purposeful and effortless when every choice is intentional. Their note highlights a design build workflow where the same team carries decisions from the first sketch to the final stone, helping projects stay true to the original concept.
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Oxford paver (Onyx Black)
Techo Bloc's Oxford paver in Onyx Black brings a cobblestone look with heavy traffic durability and Klean Bloc stain protection. See samples and discuss options in person at DeGroot's Nurseries, which is featuring the product now.
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Unilock Rivercrest wall system
Unilock Rivercrest is an award winning wall system that recreates natural stone while offering flexible installation for straight or curved walls, seat walls, outdoor kitchens, and fire features. DeGroot's Nurseries invites you to drop by their location to view samples and learn how Rivercrest can elevate your next landscaping project.
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Life in Knots macrame workshop at DeGroot's Nurseries
Life in Knots will be at DeGroot's Nurseries on September 12, 2026 from 10 AM to 4 PM selling handmade home goods and running a macrame class where you can make a wristlet or a macrame feather. Register for the class and find event details on the DeGroot's Nurseries event page.
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Shuffle Dancing in the Greenhouse
DeGroot's Nurseries is hosting Shuffle Dancing in the Greenhouse on Saturday, September 12 at 11:15 AM; participants are asked to pre register via the nursery's event page. This light cardio dance session takes place in the greenhouse, offering a plant filled setting and a music driven movement practice.
