Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center & Landscaping Experts in Sioux Falls
Cliff Avenue Greenhouse & Garden Center has been a family-owned staple in Sioux Falls since 1972. Founded by Richard 'Dick' Bills and Jane Bills, our business began with humble roots selling tomato plants from a driveway and has grown into a trusted provider of plants, landscaping services, and garden solutions. With two locations serving the East and West sides of Sioux Falls, we pride ourselves on offering a wide selection of houseplants, shrubs, trees, and pet-friendly options. Our team, led by Hayley and Heidi Bills, continues the legacy of quality and customer care established by our founders.From landscaping consultations with experts like Rick Sunde and Grant Barber to unique planters and gift certificates, we provide comprehensive solutions for every gardening need. Our 50-year history reflects a commitment to community, sustainability, and helping customers enhance their living spaces. Whether you're seeking seasonal decor, expert plant care advice, or durable landscaping materials, we combine experience with personalized service to meet your horticultural goals.
Services
Landscaping Services
Plant Sales
Gift Certificates
Pet-Friendly Plants
Planter Selection
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 50 years of family-owned experience in horticulture and landscaping
- Offer pet-friendly plant options with clear safety indicators
- Provide expert landscaping consultations with dedicated designers
- Sell durable planters for various aesthetics and plant types
- Offer gift certificates for flexible customer purchasing options
Services
Landscaping Services
Our expert landscaping team creates customized outdoor spaces using quality plants and materials. We offer consultations with dedicated designers like Rick Sunde and Grant Barber to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing gardens. From initial concept to implementation, our 50 years of experience ensure durable, seasonally appropriate solutions for residential and commercial properties.
Plant Sales
We offer extensive plant selections including houseplants, shrubs, perennials, and trees. Our inventory features pet-friendly options clearly marked with paw prints, plus care instructions for species like monstera, fiddle leaf figs, and succulents. Plants are available in various sizes for home, office, and dorm room decoration.
Gift Certificates
Our gift certificates provide flexible gifting options for any occasion. Recipients can choose from plants, planters, or boutique items at either location. Certificates can be mailed directly to recipients and used throughout the store, including Janie B's Boutique.
Pet-Friendly Plants
We specialize in non-toxic plant varieties clearly identified with paw print markers. Our selection includes safe options for cat and dog owners, with care instructions provided for each species. This program helps pet owners enjoy greenery without compromising animal safety.
Planter Selection
We offer diverse planters for every style and plant type. Options include terra-cotta pots, decorative containers, macrame hangers, and specialized planters for succulents and large plants like monstera. Our selection ensures proper drainage and aesthetic compatibility for all plant varieties.
People
Richard 'Dick' Bills
Founder
Founded the business in 1972 by selling tomato plants from his driveway. Expanded operations to multiple locations while maintaining family values and horticultural expertise.
Jane Bills
Co-Founder
Partnered with Dick Bills to grow the business from a small driveway operation to a leading Sioux Falls garden center with two locations and 50 years of community service.
Hayley Bills
Business Owner
Continues the family legacy by managing daily operations at one of Sioux Falls' premier garden centers while maintaining the quality standards established by the founders.
Heidi Bills
Business Owner
Co-manages the business with her sister Hayley, ensuring consistent service quality and customer satisfaction across both Sioux Falls locations while honoring family traditions.
Rick Sunde
Landscape Designer
Provides expert landscaping consultations and design services, creating customized outdoor solutions that combine aesthetic appeal with functional garden planning for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What types of plants do you carry?
We offer houseplants, shrubs, perennials, trees, and pet-friendly options with care instructions for species like monstera, succulents, and fiddle leaf figs.
Do you provide landscaping services?
Yes, our expert team offers customized landscaping solutions with consultations available from designers Rick Sunde and Grant Barber.
Are your plants safe for pets?
We clearly mark pet-friendly plants with paw prints and provide non-toxic options for cat and dog owners.
Can I purchase gift certificates?
Yes, our gift certificates can be mailed directly to recipients and used for plants, planters, or boutique items at either location.
What planter options are available?
We offer terra-cotta pots, decorative containers, macrame hangers, and specialized planters for succulents and large plants like monstera.
