Ted Lare Garden Center is located just 10 minutes south of Des Moines in Cumming, IA on 88 acres of land. We are open 7 days a week from mid-March through early December every year, with seasonal hours during the winter. Our goal is to inspire our community to create outdoor escapes in their own backyards and help them accomplish that from start to finish. You can find flowers for every season, annuals and perennials, shrubs, trees, houseplants, garden art, handmade local art and so much more here. When you shop with us, you have our support for the entire lifespan of that plant and even after! We are eager to share our knowledge and help you find success in gardening.
Ted Lare is the BEST plant store/garden center in all of the land! 🪴 It’s my go-to for everything plant related. The staff has saved my plants on more than one occasion plus they are the most friendly people on the planet. Pro tip: if you just need to take a breather from the world, go walk through their outdoor garden = instant calm & soul soothing 😌 💞
This is our second year using Ted Lare for our landscaping, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Amber and Cindy, our design team, are the utmost professionals. They treated our yard as if it were their own and went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfect. Their creativity and attention to detail have transformed our landscape to beautifully reflect each season. They listened to our ideas, offered expert recommendations, and consistently exceeded our expectations. If you’re considering Ted Lare for your landscaping needs, I highly recommend requesting Amber and Cindy. Their talent, dedication, and passion for what they do are truly remarkable. I promise you’ll be amazed by their work. Five-star service all the way!
When my husband and I moved to Iowa from Florida, we were used to having beautifully landscaped yards—something our new home was missing. We considered doing the work ourselves, but we quickly realized we weren’t familiar with the local soil, plants, or climate. After visiting several garden shops, we found Ted Lare, and we were thoroughly impressed from the start. They sent a specialist to our home to understand our vision, and the detailed plans and options she presented were exceptionally helpful. From there, we worked together to create exactly what we wanted—and all within our budget. When landscaping day arrived, we were amazed. The team’s expertise, work ethic, and equipment completely transformed our front yard, giving us the curb appeal we had hoped for. They truly exceeded our expectations! A few months later, we decided to add some fall colors to our landscape—something we had never experienced in Florida. Our wonderful specialist, Amber, returned and designed a custom plan that brought stunning autumn beauty to our yard. The results were absolutely incredible! I can’t say enough great things about Ted Lare. They are knowledgeable, professional, reliable, and reasonably priced for the outstanding quality they provide. We’ve already scheduled a spring maintenance visit and look forward to working with them again. If you’re looking for expert landscaping and a team that genuinely cares, we wholeheartedly give Ted Lare Design + Build our highest recommendation!
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