Wilson’s Garden Center Specializes in Plants that Thrive in Central Ohio

At the busy time in Spring we have up to 60 people working with us. Highlighted here are the front line retail area leaders for you to get to know better:

		Amber Conover Rose Manager Amber is our Rose expert and Water Gardening manager. Her bubbly enthusiasm about plants and life is contagious and much appreciated. Amber will give you wonderful advice on how to grow the most beautiful roses and enjoy a beautiful water garden. She has worked at Wilson’s for over 4 years and is a Master Certified Nursery Technician.
		Bobb Montgomery Plant Health Coordinator Bobb is a fountain of knowledge about plants and gardening. He serves as Plant Health Coordinator and grower for Wilson’s production greenhouses. The quality of the plants grown is a testimony to his skill as well as the skill of our production team at Wilson’s. Bobb has worked at Wilson’s for 3 years. He has degrees in Horticulture and Chemistry. Bobb is a Master Certified Nursery Technician and often is called upon to answer the “tough” questions that you might have.
		Carol Howard Annuals, Vegetables, and Seasonal Plants Departments Carol has worked at Wilson’s seasonally for 8 years now. She is in charge of the beautiful displays of annual flowers, vegetables, and mums in our “A to Z house”. This house is nearly a half acre of gorgeous flowers. Carol likes to do fun things such as boating, water skiing, and sky diving. Come enjoy the beautiful displays that she and her crew craft in her area.
		Geri Timm Interior Plant Department Geri commutes to work from her farm in Coshocton County where she lives with her husband of 33 years, numerous pets, and her horse Snick. She has worked at Wilson’s for 7 years and heads up our interior plant department as well as helps with the annuals and seasonal plants. Geri has an extensive knowledge of foliage plants and is a Master Ohio Certified Nursery Technician. She loves helping people solve their plant problems. Come to Wilson’s for help in creating a beautiful interior plantscape.
		Holly Wilson Kidz Club and Jessica Wilson Future Management Holly says she is the black sheep of the family because she grew up in Michigan and married into the family (Brian is her husband). Even though she is a Michigan fan, we love her anyway. Holly has worked at Wilson’s for five years and runs the Kidz Club as well as works in the office. The Kidz Club has grown wonderfully under her guidance and is a real treat for over 400 children between the ages of 5 and 12. Holly’s daughter Jessica is the morale officer at Wilson’s. She is guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone’s face who comes in contact with her.
		Joan Strohacker Nursery Manager Joan (pronounced Jo Ann) has worked at Wilson’s for nearly 30 years. She has been in charge of the trees and shrubs for much of that time and has developed a loyal following. Many people come in and ask for Joan specifically because they trust her knowledge as a professional nursery technician and her down-to-earth advice on caring for nursery plants. Joan has a deep love for plants that her grandfather cultivated in her as a child. Let Joan help you create a beautiful landscape of which you can be proud.
		John Gale Hardgoods Manager John is in charge of the “hardgoods” at Wilson’s. This includes all of the products that help you be successful in caring for your plants like fertilizers, plant care products, pots, soils, mulches, and the like. John displays these products with flair and precision. He is a graduate of Licking Valley High School and has been with us for 15 years. He loves the green industry because it is a challenge and ever changing. When you need help with a product to make your landscape more beautiful, ask for John.
		Kim Bailey Retail Store Manager Kim runs the retail garden center and makes sure you have a wonderful shopping experience. If you have any problems, talk to Kim and she will deal fairly and pleasantly with you. Kim has been at Wilson’s for 16 years, starting out on the transplant line, then working as a cashier, and finally becoming Retail Manager. She also is in charge of the products for Outdoor Living and the seeds and bulbs we sell. She has two beautiful daughters, Katlynn and Kelsey, who are the joy of her life.
		Kim Bair Herb Department and Fruit Department Kim has worked for Wilson’s for 8 years. She is in charge of the Herb department and the Fruit department. Herbs are very important in many people’s lives, and Kim keeps up with all of the uses for herbs. If you want to grow an orchard or have a tree or two for healthy delicious fruit, Kim can help you succeed. She loves to help and will guide you right.
		Sandy Johnson Perennial Manager Sandy has worked at Wilson’s for nearly 21 years. Perennials are the love of her life, and she runs that department with loving care. With the help of her assistant Delores Young, the perennial area at Wilson’s has grown dramatically over the years. People love perennials because of their more permanent nature, and there has been so much improvement in the kinds grown. Sandy keeps constantly improves our selection so that you will have the best perennial garden possible.
		Sharon Richards Floral and Gift Manager Sharon has been with us for nearly 30 years. She is the “face of Wilson’s” as she has worked and managed the retail garden center for so many of those years. Sharon is our chief designer caring for the gift department, seasonal products, floral design, and the potting bar. She and her husband Jim have three grown children and many grandchildren. Her eye for design makes Wilson’s a special treat to visit.
		Shelli Berry-McDaniel Horticulturist Shelli is our horticulturist and chief landscape designer. She is a graduate of Ohio State University and is a Master Certified Nursery Technician. She has an empathy for people and a passion for plants. In her free time, Shelli enjoys the great outdoors with activities such as hiking, backpacking, and boating with her husband and dog. Shelli will answer your how-to questions and guide you in making the very best selections for your landscape, connecting you with your environment. She is in her 14th year at Wilson’s. Come and enjoy her enthusiasm and knowledge.
		Wilma Gast Annuals, Vegetables, and Seasonal Plants Departments Wilma has worked at Wilson’s for 19 years now. She is in charge of the displays of annuals and seasonal flowers in our Container house, keeping them organized, fresh, and inviting for your pleasure. Wilma loves to garden and can give you wonderful tips on how to have your prettiest flower beds and pots ever.