Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Columbus, OH
Since 1940, Oakland Nursery has been dedicated to providing high-quality horticultural products and services to central Ohio. Starting as a small store on Maize Road, we have expanded to four retail locations, a wholesale farm, and a comprehensive landscape design/build firm. Our expertise spans retail plant sales, landscape design and installation, irrigation systems, interior/exterior plant services, and wholesale distribution. With over 80 years of experience, we combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to innovation, serving both residential and commercial clients.Our team includes formally trained landscape architects and designers with over 225 combined years of experience, ensuring solutions that balance aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Recognized as a top landscape company by Columbus CEO for eight consecutive years, we maintain rigorous quality standards while prioritizing personalized service. Our operations adhere to professional ethics and transparency, reflected in client testimonials praising our attention to detail and customer-centric approach.
Services
Residential Landscaping
Commercial Landscaping
Irrigation Systems
Landscape Design
Holiday Lighting
Wholesale Nursery
Water Features
Drainage Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of combined experience in landscape architecture and design.
- Our team includes formally trained landscape architects with 225+ combined years in the industry.
- We provide comprehensive solutions from initial design to final installation.
- Our irrigation specialists receive specialized training in plant water requirements.
- We maintain a $2,500 project minimum to ensure quality craftsmanship.
What people say
Fantastic work
Excellent customer service
Professional crews
Beautiful results
Knowledgeable designers
Services
Residential Landscaping
Oakland Design Associates creates custom landscapes for central Ohio homes. Our services include complete design and installation for new properties, renovations to existing landscapes, and hardscape features like patios and retaining walls. With a $2,500 project minimum, we ensure quality craftsmanship through experienced landscape architects managing projects from concept to completion. Our team provides consultation services and phased implementation plans to accommodate different budget requirements.
Commercial Landscaping
We offer comprehensive commercial landscaping solutions for businesses and developers. Services include complete landscape design and construction for individual businesses or large developments, hardscape installation, irrigation systems, and seasonal maintenance. Our team handles projects ranging from small office buildings to multifamily housing developments and public parks. With extensive experience in commercial site planning, we create functional outdoor spaces that enhance property value while meeting specific business needs.
Irrigation Systems
Oakland Irrigation designs and installs custom irrigation solutions for residential and commercial properties. Our services include rotor/spray systems for large areas, drip irrigation for targeted watering, and corrective drainage solutions. We provide seasonal maintenance, winterization, and system repairs performed by trained technicians who understand plant water requirements. Our team also installs decorative water features like ponds and fountains to enhance outdoor environments while maintaining proper water management.
Landscape Design
Our landscape design division offers custom plans for residential and commercial properties. Services include site analysis, scaled drawings showing plant placement, and phased implementation plans. Design fees start at $300, with consultations available for smaller projects. Our team of formally trained landscape architects has over 225 combined years of experience creating functional outdoor spaces that integrate with architectural elements and meet specific client requirements while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Holiday Lighting
Oakland Lighting provides professional holiday lighting installation for residential and commercial properties. Our services include custom light displays for Christmas and other holidays, with options for both small and large-scale projects. The team uses a holistic design approach that considers all property elements to create cohesive lighting schemes. With experienced crews and 45+ years of combined expertise, we ensure safe installation and removal while enhancing property aesthetics during holiday seasons.
People
John Doone
Landscape Designer
With decades of experience in landscape architecture, John specializes in creating functional outdoor spaces that blend aesthetics with practicality for residential clients.
Kathie Rath
Landscape Designer
Kathie brings extensive design expertise to residential projects, focusing on personalized solutions that enhance property value through thoughtful landscape implementation.
Gary Huston
Landscape Designer
Gary specializes in commercial landscape design, combining technical knowledge with creative vision to develop outdoor spaces that meet business requirements and aesthetic goals.
Allison Miller
Associate of Landscape Design
Allison provides residential design solutions with a focus on client collaboration, creating personalized outdoor environments that reflect individual lifestyles and preferences.
Clinton Calhoun
Landscape Architect
With formal training in landscape architecture and plant biology, Clinton develops comprehensive design plans that balance ecological considerations with client needs for both residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What services does Oakland Nursery offer?
We provide residential and commercial landscaping, irrigation systems, landscape design, holiday lighting, water features, and wholesale nursery services.
Do you offer consultation services?
Yes, we offer landscape consultations starting at $100 for the first 30 minutes with our design staff.
What areas do you serve?
We serve central Ohio including Columbus, Delaware, Dublin, and New Albany.
Are your designers certified?
Our team includes formally trained landscape architects with over 225 combined years of industry experience.
What are your business hours?
Garden centers are open Monday-Saturday 9am-7pm and Sunday 9am-6pm.
Do you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we manage projects from small residential installations to large commercial developments.
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Reviews (5)
Markus Andraeus
Jun 21, 2022
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Fantastic nursery - huge japanese maple selection, and herb selection too, their greenhouse isn't huge but very well maintained and interesting selection there too. Also big selection of pots etc too.
Andre Blades
Jun 06, 2022
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Awesome variety of plants and trees, but know what you are looking for, because some of the staff at the front register and the grounds make you feel like you are bothering them if you have questions about anything at all. But as they interact with" other" patrons seems to be no problem. Don't think I will be going back to okland Park nursery on okland Park. First time going there and the last. There are other Nurseries in my area that will welcome me. Nice place but a bad experience.
Jordan K.
Jun 05, 2022
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I love their seed and supply selections. They have beautiful plants and nice staff. They don't have many (if any) peat-free soil or seed starting options. There will occasionally be coco bricks hidden on a shelf, but it is extremely frustrating to have to go to another place in order to find more environmentally-friendly soils.
Stacey Miller
May 22, 2022
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Gotta remember to go here FIRST next year! Healthy plants, HUGE selection, beautiful planters and hanging baskets! Best place for roses in my opinion! They even have plants for water gardens! I never go home empty handed.
Ross Barton
May 19, 2022
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The best garden center in central Columbus. Always has an amazing assortment of annuals and perennials. The staff are so nice. The store inside just has the cutest stuff. Sometimes we go just to walk around to look at stuff for inspiration.
