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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Early closure today due to heat
DeGroot's Nurseries announced an early closure today, July 14, 2026, closing at 3:00 PM because of the heat and reopening at 8:00 AM on July 15. This short update prioritizes staff safety and confirms normal hours resume tomorrow morning.
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Techo-Bloc pavers and walls
DeGroot's Nurseries spotlights Techo-Bloc pavers and walls as a modern hardscape solution that stays looking current for years, with low maintenance and high durability ideal for contractors. The post invites you to stop by the store to see Techo-Bloc products and discuss specification and installation options.
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Pool deck paver recommendation
DeGroot's Nurseries recommends Unilock pavers and slabs as great options for pool decks and encourages professionals to reach out to explore textures, colors, and installation advice. The post is aimed at designers and contractors helping clients who are unsure about pool design. Contact the nursery to review product choices and next steps.
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Weekly greenhouse plant schedule
DeGroot's Nurseries posted a weekly greenhouse plant schedule for the week of July 6 featuring a different plant each day, including Yarrow, Bee Balm, Foxglove, Kniphofia 'Glowstick', and Tropical Hibiscus. The short lineup is ideal for greenhouse growers and home gardeners looking for daily inspiration and plant spotlight ideas.
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Backyard for entertaining project
DeGroot's Nurseries spotlights a Backyard for entertaining project that combines a pool, hot tub, fire pit, and putting green into distinct hosting zones. The post calls out Techo Bloc products and invites you to stop by the store to see materials and discuss bringing the design to your home.
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Canada Day closure and seasonal hours
DeGroot's Nurseries will be closed for Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and will reopen Thursday, July 2 with new hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Going forward until winter the nursery will be open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and closed on Sundays.
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A week in Trees & Shrubs
DeGroot's Nurseries is featuring a different shrub or small tree each day during their A week in Trees & Shrubs showcase, starting with Scentlandia Sweetspire on Monday and finishing with Incrediball Hydrangea on Sunday. The week highlights hydrangeas, spireas, a butterfly bush, and compact flowering shrubs, offering ideas for fragrance, pollinator support, and long lasting garden color.
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Staff anecdote: Avery took the day off after arriving to a locked door
DeGroot's Nurseries shared a playful staff anecdote about Avery finding the door locked and taking that as a sign to enjoy the day off. The short social post uses emoji and gardening hashtags to showcase team culture and invite followers to check their channels for more behind the scenes moments.
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Techo-Bloc permeable and decorative pavers
DeGroot's Nurseries is featuring Techo-Bloc permeable and decorative pavers as showroom driveway solutions on 2026-06-27. The premium pavers are promoted for durability and decorative impact, and customers are invited to discover Techo-Bloc options at the store for project planning and samples.
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Annabelle hydrangea varieties
DeGroot's Nurseries spotlights Annabelle hydrangea varieties including FlowerFull™, Incrediball®, and Incrediball® Storm Proof in a garden video filmed at The Insignia Hotel, Marriott Tribute Portfolio. The segment traces the classic Annabelle through newer branded selections so you can pick the variety that fits your garden needs.
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Pollinator post visitor update
DeGroot's Nurseries shared a joyful update on 2026-06-25 noting a little visitor to their pollinator post, paired with hashtags for their greenhouse and pollinator garden. It is a short, shareable moment that highlights the nursery's work with pollinators and invites followers to watch for more garden updates.
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Pet safe indoor plants
DeGroot's Nurseries is promoting pet safe indoor plants, each marked with a paw print sticker on the pot to make shopping easier for pet owners. Their knowledgeable staff are available to advise on pet safe and non safe plants and to help you choose options that keep your home safe for four legged friends.
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Hydrangea video featuring PG (Paniculata Grandiflora) varieties
DeGroot's Nurseries published a hydrangea video on June 24, 2026 featuring PG Paniculata Grandiflora varieties Limelight, Bobo, and Quick Fire. Jeff showcases classic paniculata hydrangeas with greenhouse footage and gardening tips, and the post includes social tags for follow up and questions.
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Custom planter and planting service
DeGroot's Nurseries offers a custom planter and planting service where you bring empty pots and the team professionally arranges them, or you can choose beautiful ready-to-go containers in store. Pricing starts at 40$/hour, and average finished pots range from 60 to 100 dollars depending on height and size; email greenhouse@degroots.ca or visit the store to get started.
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Daily appreciation social post
DeGroot's Nurseries posted a brief, uplifting message on 2026-06-24 inviting followers to notice the beautiful things in everyday life, finished with colored heart emojis and the hashtag #degrootsnurseries. It is a simple, shareable post that encourages gratitude and points you toward the nursery's social feed for related images and updates.
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Jeff's new hydrangea tips series
DeGroot's Nurseries has launched Jeff's new hydrangea tips series, with the first post focusing on hydrangea standards. The short series runs over the next few days starting 2026-06-23, and each installment will share practical, easy to use advice for gardeners.
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Unilock natural stone
DeGroot's Nurseries is featuring Unilock natural stone, available in slabs, coping, and steps, chosen for low water absorption, freeze thaw durability, and flexural strength. Drop by the nursery to browse the Unilock options and see which formats best fit your next outdoor project.
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Foxglove care tips
DeGroot's Nurseries shares concise care tips for foxgloves, noting they prefer full sun to partial shade, consistently moist soil, and that deadheading spent stalks can encourage a second smaller bloom. Keep foxgloves out of reach of pets because they are not pet friendly.
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Introducing the Pollinator Post
DeGroot's Nurseries has launched the Pollinator Post, a tiny traveller that will pop up throughout the garden centre to spotlight pollinator friendly plants and seasonal surprises. Announced on June 19, 2026, the series encourages customers to follow in store and on social using #pollinatorpost and #degrootsnurseries to see where it appears next.
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Full Time - Seasonal Garden Care Crew Leader
DeGroot's Nurseries is hiring a Full Time Seasonal Garden Care Crew Leader and prefers candidates with strong horticulture experience and excellent customer service skills. To apply, email social@degroots.ca; only successful applicants will be contacted.
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Promotional social post: life with them is sweeter
DeGroot's Nurseries shared a short promotional post on 2026-06-18 that reads, "Life with ✨them✨ is so much sweeter!" The playful caption is ready to be paired with photos or used across social channels to spark engagement and encourage tagging.
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Yellow plant collection
DeGroot's Nurseries spotlights a yellow plant collection featuring Hibiscus Flower, Coreopsis Golden Stardust, Croton Petra, Sunny Halcyon Hosta, and Stella Supreme Daylily. The list offers a simple palette to create sunny beds or container displays, pairing bold blooms with varied foliage textures for layered interest.
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Premium Pothos — Happy Leaf & Golden
DeGroot's Nurseries is featuring Premium Pothos, offered in Happy Leaf and Golden varieties, grown with extra cuttings for a fuller bushy appearance. These vibrant, easygoing plants are promoted as ready to bring leafy life to shelves, tables, or hanging planters starting on the June 17 publication date.
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Brightening stone yards with plants
DeGroot's Nurseries suggests using plants and creative placement to brighten stone yards, accompanied by a photo friendly nod to their team in hi vis gear. The June 16 post points readers to greenhouse and gardening tips via the nursery's social hashtags for quick, hands on ideas to soften hardscape areas.
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Staff well-being post
A brief note from DeGroot's Nurseries on 2026-06-15 signals that Larissa could use a break, offering a simple prompt to check in and support a teammate. This friendly reminder is a quick cue for colleagues or managers to offer a short pause or assistance.
