Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center in Dryden Since 1948
Schmidt Greenhouses has been serving the Dryden area since 1948, evolving from a market garden to a full-service garden center. Founded by Jack and Nellie Schmidt, the business expanded under their son Ken, who relocated operations to Highway 17 in the 1970s. Today, Ken's son Kurt and his wife Holly lead the third generation of family ownership, managing over 25,000 sq ft of growing and retail space. Our expertise spans annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs, with a service area covering Kenora to Thunder Bay and Red Lake. We combine decades of horticultural experience with educational resources like our gardening tutorial videos.Our commitment to quality and community has made us a regional destination for serious gardeners. We operate seasonally with extended hours during peak planting seasons. Our team maintains a deep understanding of local growing conditions to serve both novice and experienced gardeners. Our history of innovation includes transitions from cutting crops to reforestation trees and now a comprehensive garden center. We prioritize customer education through practical resources and hands-on support.
Services
Annuals & Perennials
Trees & Shrubs
Garden Supplies
Gift Cards
Gardening Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1948 with three generations of horticultural expertise
- Largest annual and perennial selection in Northwestern Ontario
- 25,000 sq ft facility with knowledgeable local staff
- Seasonal gardening education resources and tutorial videos
- Serving Kenora to Thunder Bay with locally adapted plant selections
Services
Annuals & Perennials
We offer the region's largest selection of annuals and perennials, grown locally in controlled greenhouse conditions. Our inventory includes both common favorites and specialty cultivars suited to northern climates. Expert staff provide planting advice and seasonal care tips to ensure garden success.
Trees & Shrubs
Our nursery features a comprehensive range of trees and shrubs for residential and commercial landscaping. Plants are acclimated to Northwestern Ontario's growing conditions with options for various soil types and light exposures. We provide planting guidance and maintenance recommendations.
Gardening Workshops
We produce instructional gardening videos addressing common challenges for regional gardeners. Topics cover planting techniques, seasonal maintenance, and pest management specific to our climate. Resources are available year-round through our YouTube channel.
Gift Cards
Flexible gift options for gardeners of all skill levels. Available in multiple denominations with no expiration date. Ideal for special occasions or as seasonal gifts for plant enthusiasts in our service area.
Garden Supplies
We stock essential gardening tools, soil amendments, and planting accessories. Inventory includes premium potting mixes, fertilizers, and pest control solutions suited to local growing conditions. Products support both novice and professional gardeners.
People
Jack Schmidt
Founder
Established the business in 1948 as a market garden operation. Pioneered the transition to greenhouse production before his passing in 1955. Laid the foundation for three generations of family stewardship.
Ken Schmidt
Second Generation Operator
Took over operations after Jack's passing. Relocated greenhouses to Highway 17 in the 1970s. Expanded the business into a full-service garden center serving Northwestern Ontario communities.
Kurt Schmidt
Third Generation Operator
Current co-owner with Holly Schmidt. Manages daily operations of the 25,000 sq ft facility. Maintains family tradition of hands-on management and customer service excellence.
Holly Schmidt
Third Generation Operator
Co-owns and operates the business with Kurt Schmidt. Oversees retail operations and customer relations. Continues the family legacy of providing expert gardening solutions to regional customers.
Questions
What gardening zones does Schmidt Greenhouses serve?
We specialize in plants suited for USDA hardiness zones 3b to 4a typical of Northwestern Ontario.
Do you offer delivery services for large plant purchases?
Delivery options are available for bulk landscape plantings within our service area from Kenora to Thunder Bay.
Are your plants grown locally?
All our annuals, perennials, and woody plants are greenhouse-grown on-site at our Dryden facility.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, and our reloadable gift cards with no expiration date.
Do you provide planting advice for customers?
Our experienced staff offers free planting and maintenance guidance tailored to local growing conditions.
When is your peak season for plant selection?
Our largest inventory is available from late March through June, with seasonal sales extending into fall.
Reviews (3)
Dblaze S.
Dec 06, 2020
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I love this greenhouse! Staff is very pleasant and helpful! Showed my kids some pretty flowers to keep them occupied while we shopped to.. definitely reccomend this place!
Susan Leutschaft
Jan 11, 2020
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Absolutely love this place! Great knowledgable help always at hand. Just the atmosphere helps a person unwind after work. I'm a regular here.
Anne Brown
Dec 29, 2019
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Always a pleasure to walk into and take in all the beautiful well kept flowers ready to plant in your flower beds. Staff is always helpful and friendly