Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center & Landscaping Services in Northfield, MN
Since 1988, Knecht's Nurseries & Landscaping has been dedicated to providing Northfield, MN, with premium plants and professional landscaping services. Our team of Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professionals brings decades of combined experience in horticulture and landscape design. We specialize in custom outdoor solutions, offering over 1,000 plant varieties suited to Minnesota's climate. Our 10-acre facility features air-prune pots for healthier root systems and a comprehensive selection of mulch, soil, and decorative rock. We prioritize personalized service, from DIY gardening support to full-scale landscape installations.Our commitment to quality extends to partnerships with top brands like Proven Winners and Easy Elegance. With certified expertise in tree planting and seasonal care, we ensure long-term plant health. Our community-focused approach combines technical knowledge with a passion for sustainable outdoor spaces. We maintain transparency through detailed planting instructions and aftercare guidance. This dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as Northfield's largest nursery and a trusted local resource.
Services
Landscape Design
Tree Installation
Delivery Services
Deciduous Trees
Perennials
Landscape Materials
Evergreens & Conifers
Fruit Trees
Shrubs & Vines
Annuals & Bulbs
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have been serving Northfield since 1988 with specialized Minnesota climate expertise
- Our team includes Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professionals
- We offer a 10-acre selection of over 1,000 plant varieties
- Our delivery and tree installation services ensure proper planting techniques
- We provide customized landscape design packages with certified expertise
Associations and certifications
- Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA)
What people say
Amazing nursery
Beautiful trees
Knowledgeable staff
Healthy plants
Excellent service
Services
Landscape Design
Customized landscape design services tailored to client budgets and preferences. Our certified team creates functional outdoor spaces with aesthetic appeal. We handle projects from initial concept to final installation.
Tree Installation
Professional tree planting using air-prune pot technology for healthier root systems. Our experts ensure proper placement and soil preparation. We provide post-installation care guidance for long-term tree health.
Delivery Services
Comprehensive delivery of large plants, trees, and landscaping materials. Our equipment handles heavy items safely. We ensure proper loading and transport to protect plant health.
Perennials
Extensive selection of hardy perennials suited to Minnesota's climate. We offer expert advice on plant placement and care. Our inventory includes both common and specialty varieties.
Evergreens & Conifers
Diverse collection of evergreen trees and conifers for privacy screens and seasonal interest. Our specialists recommend varieties based on soil and light conditions. We provide proper planting techniques for year-round health.
People
Jim Westlund
Owner/General Manager
Owner with 20+ years at Knechts, graduated from Northfield High School and Dakota County Technical College. Enjoys outdoor projects and community engagement.
Tracy Bahr
Office Manager
Manages business operations since 2016, combining accounting expertise with plant care knowledge. Focuses on problem-solving for business and horticultural challenges.
Heidi Brosseau
Landscape Designer
Certified designer with 20+ years experience creating outdoor spaces. Specializes in plant knowledge and balanced design principles for lasting landscapes.
Bernie Emery
Senior Manager
Horticulture expert since 2012, operates personal greenhouses and vegetable gardens. Provides practical gardening advice and customer support.
Amy Willkomm
Landscape Designer & Installation
Specializes in design and installation since 2021, combines technical expertise with retail experience. Focuses on client-specific outdoor solutions.
Questions
What services does Knechts offer?
We provide landscape design, tree installation, plant delivery, and retail nursery services. Our experts handle projects from small gardens to full property installations.
Do you deliver plants and trees?
Yes, our delivery service transports plants, trees, and landscaping materials directly to your property with specialized equipment for safe handling.
Are your plants suitable for Minnesota's climate?
We specialize in plant varieties specifically adapted to Minnesota's climate, including cold-hardy trees, shrubs, and perennials.
How experienced is your team?
Our staff includes Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association Certified Professionals with over 30 combined years of local horticulture experience.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and checks for nursery purchases and landscaping services. Specific payment terms apply to large projects.
Reviews (5)
J. W.
Jun 09, 2022
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Nice clean nursery with plenty of choices. Their plants and trees are in excellent condition and they have friendly and knowledgeable staff. Their prices are slightly higher then some other nurseries but the quality of their products and their staff provides and excellent value!
Steve Slocum
Jun 05, 2022
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Knecht's Nursery had a fair selection of native plants and a good selection of various evergreens. Since those were the plants I was seeking, I didn't look at anything else. They had knowledgeable and helpful staff. Prices were lower than in the Metro.
Sara Drapac
May 12, 2022
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Very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable employees. Great selection, healthy plants at competitive prices.
Josh
Apr 05, 2022
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I bought three trees here over the past several years with relative success. They give good instructions about planting and initial care. While most of the folks I have been helped by were nice - one had pretty terrible customer service skills - they also have been a bit overzealous about being able to fit the trees in my vehicle.
Jess C.
Oct 26, 2021
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I get in trouble every time I go here. They have a wonderful selection and the employees are super friendly. I can't wait to go back and get more things to make our yard beautiful!
