Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Lawn & Garden Care Since 1910
Since 1910, Stone Brothers has been a cornerstone of the Durham community, dedicated to meeting the lawn and garden needs of homeowners, farmers, and gardening enthusiasts. Our legacy began by serving small farmers with essential supplies, evolving over a century to include modern lawn care solutions while preserving traditional values. We combine generational expertise with innovative products to offer personalized advice on weed control, pest management, and plant care. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our curated selection of seeds, fertilizers, and gardening tools, alongside educational resources through our Byrd-i-pedia. With a focus on customer relationships, we provide tailored recommendations and practical solutions, ensuring every visitor feels welcomed and informed.Our team maintains a deep understanding of local growing conditions, offering insights that reflect decades of regional experience. From heritage products like homemade molasses to cutting-edge horticultural technology, we bridge tradition with modernity. Recognized for excellence in customer service, we continue to adapt to changing needs while honoring our founding mission of community support. Whether addressing crabgrass control or selecting heirloom seeds, our knowledgeable staff empowers customers with proven expertise. This enduring dedication to service excellence and gardening education has sustained our reputation as Durham's trusted lawn and garden authority for over a century.
Services
Lawn Care
Garden Supplies
Pest Control
Seed Sales
Weed Management
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of experience in lawn and garden care
- Our team provides personalized advice based on local growing conditions
- We maintain a curated selection of proven gardening products
- Our staff includes horticultural experts with generational knowledge
- We combine traditional methods with modern pest control solutions
Services
Lawn Care
Our lawn care solutions combine century-old expertise with modern techniques to address soil health, fertilization, and disease prevention. We offer tailored programs for residential and commercial properties, including seasonal treatments and customized nutrient plans. Our specialists diagnose lawn issues and recommend proven products like Prodiamine for pre-emergent weed control.
Pest Control
We provide comprehensive pest control solutions targeting common garden and household pests. Our offerings include Bengal Concentrate for insect elimination and IG Regulator for long-term pest lifecycle disruption. Our staff educates customers on integrated pest management strategies, combining chemical treatments with cultural practices for sustainable results.
Seed Sales
We offer a wide selection of high-quality seeds for gardens, lawns, and agricultural use. Our inventory includes heirloom vegetable varieties, turf grass blends, and specialty seeds adapted to local growing conditions. Customers receive planting guidance based on decades of regional experience and soil-specific recommendations.
Weed Management
Our weed control expertise addresses both pre-emergent and post-emergent challenges. We supply products like MSMA for crabgrass elimination and Sedgehammer for nutsedge control, along with application guidance. Our staff explains proper timing and combination treatments for optimal results while maintaining lawn health.
Gardening Advice
Through our Byrd-i-pedia resource and in-store experts, we provide science-based gardening advice tailored to local conditions. Services include plant selection, soil testing interpretation, and seasonal maintenance schedules. Our team draws from over a century of collective experience to solve gardening challenges and recommend proven techniques.
People
George Davis
Owner
George Davis has led Stone Brothers since 1976, combining horticultural expertise with personalized customer service. Recognized as Durham's Outstanding Downtown Merchant, he maintains deep knowledge of local growing conditions and cultivates customer relationships through tailored advice and product selection.
H. R. Byrd
Founder
Co-founder H. R. Byrd established the business in 1910, serving Durham's farming community with agricultural supplies and barter-based transactions. His commitment to quality products and customer relationships laid the foundation for the company's century-long success in lawn and garden care.
Questions
What lawn care products do you recommend for crabgrass prevention?
We recommend Prodiamine as an effective pre-emergent solution for crabgrass control, combined with proper mowing practices and soil testing for optimal results.
Do you offer gardening advice for beginners?
Yes, our Byrd-i-pedia resource and knowledgeable staff provide tailored guidance for all skill levels, covering plant selection, soil preparation, and seasonal maintenance.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and cash payments for both in-store purchases and online orders through our secure checkout system.
Are your gardening products suitable for organic practices?
We carry a selection of organic fertilizers and pest control options, including natural soil amendments and OMRI-listed products for certified organic gardening.
How can I identify weeds in my lawn?
Visit our Weed-i-Pedia resource or bring a sample to our store for expert identification. Our staff will help diagnose your lawn issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
Do you deliver gardening supplies to residential addresses?
Delivery options are available for bulk purchases and commercial accounts. Contact our Durham store directly to discuss delivery availability and minimum order requirements.
Reviews (4)
Ali Lamar
Apr 21, 2022
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Expensive but I found stargazer lily and dinner plate Dahlia bulbs. They had some beautiful note cards.
Kenny Barone
Apr 17, 2022
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One stop shop for all your green needs Unfortunately they had to move because luxury condos matter more than plants Fortunately they haven't missed a beet at the new location 6/5 stars
Rachel Kahn
Apr 07, 2022
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Great selection of plants and seeds. They have a really cute pantry section with canned goods. Everyone has always been so friendly and helpful!
Immanuel Bagalawis
Mar 21, 2022
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Prices are too high for the quality of plants they sell, many of the plants had sun burn and had yellow leaves. Low inventory, granted they were in the process of changing stores. I wouldn't go here for indoor plants, I don't know about outdoor plants too much
