Get to know us. We think you’ll like us.

Who we are and what we believe

o We are a full service garden center, dedicated to creating successful gardeners. We want to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and products you need to have the gardening experience you want.

o We believe in spending time with you, our customers, to determine what your needs and objectives are and how best we can help.

o We believe in natural and organic products because giving back to the earth is a vital part of gardening. We’re committed to new ways to think green, especially with food-producing plants. We offer products for both organic and traditional gardeners.

o We believe in honoring God with our business. We hope that He is reflected in the products and services we offer and in how we treat each of our customers. This business is our calling, and we take that very seriously.

 
Our history

Scott and Birgie Niemann started Niemann’s Gardens of New Castle in 2007, but their story starts many years earlier.

In 1952, Scott’s parents, Ed and Naomi Niemann, purchased Glenwood Floral, a retail floral shop with greenhouses. Scott grew up in the store, working in the greenhouses and learning the trade from the time he was just a toddler.

Scott studied accounting and business administration at York College before attending DuPage Horticulture School in Chicago. In 1977, he purchased Glenwood Floral from his parents and transformed it into Niemann’s Gardens of Glenwood. He refocused the business, moving from a flower shop to a garden center with landscaping products.

In 1992, he sold the business and went on to become the administrator for buildings and grounds at two colleges, winning awards for the beauty of his campuses.

In 2007, Scott and Birgie “retired” from the college scene and opened Niemann’s Gardens of New Castle. Scott’s mom, Naomi, is part of the business as well, and can often be found among the plants on a summer’s day.

While Birgie has no formal instruction in horticulture, she has learned much from her master gardener husband in the 15 years that they’ve been married. She shares his passion for serving the Lord, serving others, and making life beautiful. Scott and Birgie have had their share of set backs (just ask Scott to wiggle his toes to see what we mean!), but they greet each new day with enthusiasm, thankful for another day in their flower-strewn Colorado paradise.

Scott and Birgie love the Peach Valley area and are dedicated to giving back to the community. They participate in Earth Day festivities, speak to local garden clubs, and support local schools and charities. 

Scott is the author of the book Your Green Thumb. He has also taught master gardening classes. Would you like to have Scott speak to your garden club? Email him at niemannsgardens@gmail.com.

Niemann’s Gardens in the newsWe are members of the New Castle Chamber of Commerce, the Garden Centers of Colorado, and the National Federation of Independent Businesses