Red's Garden Center & Fireplace Logs, Inc. is a cherished family-owned nursery located in Northbrook, Illinois. Established in 1968 by Wallace 'Red' Poehls, the center began as a small market specializing in seasonal fruits and vegetables. Over the years, it has evolved into a comprehensive garden center boasting a wide range of plants, landscape design services, and premium firewood offerings, creating a one-stop shop for gardening enthusiasts.
Operated today by Red’s daughters, Cindy Ullrich and Terri Jones, the center prides itself on delivering personalized services and expert advice to the North Shore community. With over 50 years of experience, Red's offers a vast selection of plants including annuals, perennials, roses, trees, and shrubs, along with special services such as garden coaching, seasonal potting, and landscaping consultation. Their commitment to customer service has earned them recognition, including the title of Northbrook Business of the Year.
Visitors to Red's Garden Center can wander through picturesque interconnected greenhouses and find a plethora of options to enhance their landscapes. Emphasizing sustainability, they grow many of their plants on-site and offer only quality products, ensuring that customers are well-equipped for any gardening endeavor. Additionally, Red's boasts a unique gift shop filled with home and garden décor, making it an ideal destination beyond just gardening supplies.
In addition to their extensive plant offerings, Red’s is a reliable source of premium seasoned firewood and kindling available year-round, catering to both seasonal and year-round needs. As an active participant in community engagement and environmentally-friendly practices, Red's Garden Center is here to support customers in creating beautiful outdoor spaces while maintaining deep roots in their local community.
