Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center & Landscaping Experts in Pennington
Stony Brook Gardens was founded in 1987 when Andrew R. and Kristin Willey purchased a historic dairy barn to establish our business. After two years of meticulous renovations, the barn reopened in 1989 as a showcase facility, earning the first-ever Historic Preservation Award for a commercial establishment in Hopewell Township. We began offering landscape services in 1988 and launched our retail garden center in 1989. Our integration of Blue Mist Hollow Farm ensures quality nursery stock, perennials, and potted plants for both landscaping and retail. With over 30 years of experience, we provide residential customers personalized service, creative landscaping solutions, and an extensive selection of plants, tools, and garden dcor.Our mission emphasizes quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, reflected in our recognition as one of New Jersey's premier garden and landscaping centers. Our team combines deep expertise in horticulture and design with a commitment to environmental stewardship through native plant promotion and sustainable practices. We maintain a strong focus on community engagement through educational resources, seasonal events, and partnerships with local organizations. This dedication to excellence has earned consistent customer praise for our knowledgeable staff, product quality, and exceptional service.
Services
Landscape Design
Nursery Plants
Garden Center
Christmas Shop
Perennials
Annuals
Trees
Unique Plants
Patio Design
Fencing
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in landscaping and nursery services
- Our team provides personalized service for residential customers
- We maintain quality control through on-site plant production
- Our staff includes certified professionals with horticultural expertise
- We combine historic preservation with modern landscaping techniques
What people say
Helpful and friendly staff
Perfect healthy tree
Beautiful selection
Knowledgeable staff
Unique products
Services
Landscape Design
Our professional designers create customized landscape plans tailored to your property's unique characteristics. We consider sun patterns, drainage, and your personal preferences to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. The process includes property measurement, design drafts, and material selection guidance.
Nursery Plants
We grow premium nursery stock at Blue Mist Hollow Farm, ensuring quality control from production to sale. Our selection includes trees, shrubs, and specialty plants suited for local growing conditions. This vertical integration guarantees healthy, acclimated plants for both landscaping projects and retail customers.
Garden Center
Our retail location offers extensive gardening supplies including tools, pots, and decorative elements. Seasonal inventory features annuals, perennials, and holiday decorations. The center showcases unique items like hand-painted ceramics, metal sculptures, and specialty planters from international artisans.
Christmas Shop
Our annual transformation into a Christmas wonderland features fresh trees, wreaths, and distinctive decorations. Customers appreciate the curated selection of holiday items and personalized service during the busy festive season. The shop emphasizes quality products and knowledgeable staff assistance.
Perennials
We maintain a diverse collection of perennials suited for regional gardens. The inventory includes hundreds of varieties in different colors, textures, and bloom times. Staff provides care guidance to ensure successful plant establishment and long-term garden beauty.
People
Andrew R. Willey
Co-Owner
Co-founder with over 30 years in the horticulture industry. Graduated from Rutgers University with a Plant Science degree. Oversees business operations and strategic direction while maintaining commitment to quality standards.
Kris Nelson Willey
Co-Owner
Co-founder and horticultural expert with extensive botanical knowledge. Holds a Botany degree from Colgate University. Manages plant selection and educational initiatives, ensuring scientific accuracy in product offerings and customer guidance.
Questions
What services does Stony Brook Gardens offer?
We provide landscaping design/build services, nursery plants, garden center products, and seasonal holiday decorations.
When did Stony Brook Gardens open?
Our landscaping services began in 1988 with the retail garden center opening in 1989.
Do you offer landscape design consultations?
Yes, we offer one-hour consultations at $95/hour with professional landscape designers.
What makes your nursery plants special?
Our plants come from Blue Mist Hollow Farm, ensuring quality control and proper acclimation to local conditions.
Are there seasonal product offerings?
Yes, we feature special seasonal items including our popular Christmas shop transformation each winter.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for our products and services.
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Reviews (5)
Zen Traveler
Jun 26, 2020
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We love Christmas at Stony Brook Gardens. Care, value, variety and outstanding customer service make this a must stop during any season
Bishop Duke
May 13, 2019
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This is the coolest garden supply store with interesting and unique items! So quaint arriving at the main entrance.and if youre here beginning in early spring.it extends as far as the eye can see out back.lots of prize specimens of our fav familiars as well as an excellent offering of things not available to you at larger stores to choose from. Every visit has consistently been met with excellent customer service a caring attitude and a smile to brighten up my day, i would definitely suggest checking this place out!
Kenneth Murray
Jun 10, 2018
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A wonderful family-run business, with a wide variety of annuals and perennials. The staff are helpful and the owners were able to answer all my questions. A great experience and I plan to return each season!
Brynne Styles
Feb 27, 2018
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Very nice and respectful employees, a hugeee selection of plants and gardening items. Well-organized and nice atmosphere.
Sara Cooper
Jan 31, 2018
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Great selection of high quality plants. Amazing variety, helpful owners and staff. Terrific landscaping Team as well. Highly recommend.
