Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center & Landscaping Experts in Cincinnati
Pinecrest Nursery has been a family-owned and operated business since 1954, dedicated to providing high-quality plants and landscaping solutions. Our expertise spans retail nursery operations, landscape design/build services, and seasonal product offerings. With over six decades of experience serving the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area, we combine generational knowledge with modern horticultural practices. Our team of award-winning designers and horticulturists specializes in creating customized outdoor spaces for residential and commercial clients.We maintain rigorous quality standards through our on-site growing operations and guarantee our plant material with clear, transparent terms. Recognized by Homearama for excellence in landscaping, we also operate Pinecrest Home & Garden Shop, offering complementary decor and hardscaping materials. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through our comprehensive plant guarantee and personalized service approach.
Services
Landscape Design
Nursery Plants
Mulch & Soil
Fertilizers
Seasonal Decor
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with 70+ years of local horticultural expertise
- Locally grown plants acclimated to tri-state climate conditions
- Award-winning landscape designs recognized by Homearama annually
- Comprehensive one-year installation guarantee on trees and shrubs
- Integrated nursery and landscaping services for complete outdoor solutions
Associations and certifications
- Homearama
Services
Landscape Design/Build
Our award-winning landscape design team creates customized outdoor spaces for residential and commercial properties. We handle complete project implementation from initial concept to final installation. Services include hardscaping, water features, outdoor kitchens, and lighting systems with ongoing maintenance options.
Nursery Plants
We offer a comprehensive selection of locally grown trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants. Our inventory includes shade trees, flowering shrubs, perennials, and seasonal bedding plants. All nursery stock is grown specifically for tri-state climate conditions to ensure optimal performance.
Mulch & Soil
We provide various mulch types and soil blends for landscaping projects. Products include hardwood mulch, pine bark, topsoil, and specialized potting mixes. Available in bulk quantities or pre-packaged bags with delivery options for large orders.
Fertilizers
Our fertilizer program includes seasonally appropriate formulations for lawns and gardens. We offer crabgrass control blends, broadleaf weed treatments, and specialized fertilizers for different growth stages. Products are available in both retail quantities and commercial volumes.
Seasonal Decor
We create custom seasonal displays for homes and businesses. Our inventory includes live and artificial Christmas trees, holiday lighting, and decorative accents. We also offer installation services for commercial holiday displays and special event decorations.
People
Herbert Amberger
Founder
Established the business in 1954 as a roadside vegetable stand, expanding to a full-service garden center by 1960. Known for his landscaping passion and community contributions through plant donations.
Tony Amberger
Co-Owner
Co-owns the business with his brother Steve since 1999. Expanded landscaping services to include homebuilders and commercial clients while maintaining family commitment to quality.
Steve Amberger
Co-Owner
Co-owns the business with Tony, continuing family tradition since 1999. Directed expansion into new properties including Pinecrest Home & Garden and Pinecrest Greenhouse.
Questions
What services does Pinecrest Nursery offer?
We provide nursery plants, landscape design/build services, gardening supplies, and seasonal decor. Our offerings include both retail products and professional landscaping solutions.
Do you guarantee your plants?
Yes, we offer a six-month guarantee for self-planted purchases and one-year guarantee for professionally installed trees and shrubs under standard care conditions.
Are you open year-round?
Yes, we operate year-round with seasonal hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-8pm, Sunday 9am-7pm during peak seasons and adjusted winter hours.
Do you serve commercial clients?
Yes, we provide landscaping services for commercial properties including design, installation, and maintenance programs tailored to business needs.
Where are you located?
Our main location is at 9883 Cincinnati-Columbus Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241, serving the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we deliver nursery stock, bulk mulch, and soil products. Delivery availability depends on order size and location within our service area.
