Welcome to Sugar Creek Gardens

Here the discerning gardener finds exceptional plants, unmatched service, and the largest selection of perennials anywhere.  At Sugar Creek Gardens, you'll find quality and expertise that's as rare and unusual as some of our 2,000 varieties.

We specialize in exceptional and rare perennials, and also offer old fashioned and modern roses, annuals, vines, ornamental grasses, and herbs.  If you have not become a plant addict yet, there is still hope. Our goal at Sugar Creek is to offer you the most remarkable, the newest and the oddest in plants from around the world.

Classes are offered for gardeners at all levels.  We cater to the beginning gardener, the out of control hobbyist and everyone in between.

Recognitions

Over the years we have received a number of recognitions including being named:

 #1 Best Garden Center in St. Louis in the Fox Channel 2 Hot List competition 

One of the Best Garden Centers in St. Louis in St. Louis At Home Magazine

Our Staff

Plant nerds, obsessive gardeners, and tree huggers are just a few of the monikers we go by.  Meet a few of our dedicated staff.

Sally Barrett is a long-time accomplished gardener even though her horticulture roots are in California -- those roots made the move to Missouri quite nicely! She is one of our "go-to" designers in the We Plan You Plant program.

Karen Collins, whose garden was recently featured in St. Louis Homes and Lifestyles magazine.  Read the article here. 

Ann Million, an accomplished rosarian and horticulturist and host of the popular annual "Garden Stroll with Ann Million."

Tina Paletta, who you may already know from the many talks she has given at Sugar Creek.  

Kim Reiss, is our manager, keeper of the blog, founding member of the St. Louis Hydrangea Society, and someone who has grown more plants than you knew existed.  Enjoy this video of our very own Ms. Kim Reiss discussing fragrant flowers at her visit to KMOV Channel 4's Good Day St. Louis. 

Navigating this Site

For the listing of the plants we are offering this year, along with their sizes and prices, visit Plant Price List.  Descriptions and images of these plants and others, along with a great deal of helpful information can be found in the Plant Reference Guide. The plants are listed by genus.  If you are not sure of the genus, first refer to the Common Name Cross Reference Guide. All plants are hardy in zone 5 (hardy to around –20) unless noted. Due to the rarity of many of these plants, supplies are limited and may sell out in spring.

Garden Design

We offer garden and landscape design consultations with skilled designers who have extensive knowledge of perennials and shrubs.  To create a garden you will be proud of call 314-965-3070. 

Classes

We host Gardening Classes with our experienced Horticulturist and Landscape Designers and invite you to attend. These informative sessions are free.  

Garden Guides

If you don’t have time for these classes, but would like to learn more, visit Garden Guides.  Here you will find many time proven gardening techniques and tips. If you are interested in something that is not listed here, feel free to ask us. We have many handouts available, and of course, we always love to talk about plants.

Looking for something special for your next meeting?  Come to Sugar Creek.  We would be happy to host your meeting and put on a program for your group.  Ideas for program topics can be found at Gardening Classes.  You may also be interested in attending one of our Garden Parties.  Call 314-965-3070 for reservations.  This service is free.