Business Details
Family-Owned Florist & Greenhouse in Oswego, NY
Galletta's Greenhouse has been a family-owned and operated business since its founding in the mid-20th century. For four generations, our family has dedicated itself to cultivating high-quality flowers, plants, and specialty items, growing everything we sell in our Oswego, NY nursery. We prioritize hands-on care, using premium seeds and seedlings from respected producers like Ball and Proven Winners to ensure exceptional plant health and beauty. Our commitment to affordability stems from our family-run model, which eliminates unnecessary overhead and allows us to pass savings directly to customers. We specialize in annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, custom planters, and gift baskets, serving Oswego County with a focus on community support for small, local businesses.Our expertise spans decades of horticultural experience, with our head grower having learned directly from the founder. We emphasize transparency in our growing practices, avoiding harmful chemicals and prioritizing sustainable methods. Our reputation as one of Oswego's largest growers reflects our dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. We actively engage with our community through social media and unique initiatives like our free backyard go-kart racing club. By maintaining our family legacy, we continue to provide reliable, expert service while adapting to meet evolving customer needs.
Services
Annual flowers
Vegetable plants
Custom planters
Gift baskets
Hanging baskets
Perennials
Coconut baskets
Window boxes
Specialty herbs
Urn gardens
Highlights and features
- We grow all plants locally using premium seeds and seedlings from trusted producers.
- Family-run operation ensures personalized service and competitive pricing.
- Specialize in unique custom planters and gift baskets for all occasions.
- Avoid harmful chemicals, prioritizing sustainable growing practices.
- Support local community by maintaining Oswego County's largest family-run greenhouse.
Services
Annual flowers
We cultivate a wide selection of top-quality annual flowers including geraniums, impatiens, petunias, and marigolds. Our plants are grown locally from premium seeds and seedlings, ensuring vibrant color and healthy growth for seasonal gardens. Perfect for enhancing outdoor spaces with reliable, eye-catching displays.
Custom planters
Our hand-crafted combination pots, window boxes, and urn gardens feature expertly arranged plants for maximum visual impact. Available in various sizes and styles, these custom creations provide instant beauty for patios, porches, and entryways throughout the growing season.
Vegetable plants
We offer a diverse range of vegetable plants including multiple tomato and pepper varieties to support home gardening. These healthy, locally-grown starters help customers establish productive gardens while promoting food security and sustainable living practices in our community.
Gift baskets
Our specialty gift baskets combine fresh flowers, plants, and decorative elements for memorable presents. Available for special occasions like Mother's Day and Memorial Day, these custom arrangements offer thoughtful, locally-sourced gifting solutions that support small business.
Perennials
We provide a selection of hardy perennial plants that return year after year, including pansies and begonias. These long-lasting additions to gardens offer seasonal color while reducing the need for annual replanting, supporting sustainable landscaping practices.
People
Mary Stevens
Owner
Fourth-generation owner of Galletta's Greenhouse, Mary inherited the business from her father John Galletta. She oversees daily operations and plant production, maintaining the family's commitment to quality while ensuring competitive pricing for Oswego County customers.
Matthew Stevens
Head Grower
Head grower since 1996, Matt learned horticulture directly from founder John Galletta. He manages all planting operations and greenhouse maintenance, combining decades of experience with innovative growing techniques to produce healthy, vibrant plants for customers.
Christopher Stevens
Webmaster
Responsible for website design and digital marketing, Chris also handles plant transplantation and combination planter creation. A graphic artist by trade, he maintains the business's online presence while contributing to both horticultural and karting operations.
Wesley Stevens
Operations Manager
Mary's husband Wes manages facility maintenance and construction projects. With decades of experience supporting greenhouse operations, he contributes to both physical infrastructure and customer service while assisting with the family's karting initiatives.
Rungnapha Stevens
Planter Specialist
Specializing in window box gardens and coconut baskets, Rungnapha creates custom arrangements that receive consistent customer praise. Originally from Thailand, she brings international horticultural perspective while contributing to both plant production and photography efforts.
Questions
What types of plants do you grow locally?
We grow annual flowers, perennials, vegetable plants, herbs, and specialty arrangements like hanging baskets and window boxes using locally controlled greenhouse methods.
Are your gardening products chemical-free?
Yes, we avoid harmful chemical pesticides that affect beneficial insects like bees, prioritizing sustainable growing practices for customer and environmental safety.
Do you offer custom gift arrangements?
Yes, we create custom gift baskets and specialty planters for occasions like Mother's Day and Memorial Day using fresh, locally-grown materials.
What are your seasonal hours?
We operate seasonally from May 1st through September, with spring hours 9:30 AM to dusk and summer hours 10:30 AM to dusk daily.
How can I support your family business?
Shop directly at our Oswego location, follow us on social media, and choose our locally-grown products over chain store imports to help sustain Oswego County's horticultural heritage.
Do you participate in community activities?
Yes, we host free backyard go-kart racing events and maintain historical connections to Oswego's agricultural traditions through our family-operated business practices.
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