Cross Creek Grown
We Know Them Because We Grow Them
If you’ve ever shopped with us at Cross Creek Nursery, you’ve probably heard us say, “We know ’em because we grow ’em.”
And we truly mean that.
We’re not just a garden center bringing in truckloads of plants from all over the country. A huge portion of what you see on our benches and in our tree yard is grown right here in Central Virginia, by our own team.
And that makes all the difference.
Grown Right Here at Home
We’re proud to grow across three local production locations. All within reach of the same community we serve.
Nottoway County – Trees & Shrubs
Out in Nottoway County, we have nearly 100 acres dedicated to growing trees and shrubs. It’s wide open space, long rows, and a whole lot of care. From sturdy shade trees to flowering shrubs, these plants are grown with our Central Virginia climate in mind, hot summers, clay soil, and all.
Hanover County – Perennials, Groundcover & Annuals
Up in Hanover County, just north of the James River, another part of our production team grows groundcover, perennials, and annuals. These are the plants that fill in your landscapes, come back year after year, and keep your yard looking full and colorful.
Midlothian – Annuals & Poinsettias
At our Midlothian Nursery, we grow many of our annual flowers right on site: plus our well-known poinsettia crop each holiday season. If you’ve ever grabbed vibrant spring color or one of our Christmas poinsettias, there’s a good chance it was grown just steps away.
Why Growing Locally Matters
Central Virginia isn’t the easiest place to garden. Between humidity, summer heat, surprise cold snaps, and heavy clay soil, plants have to be tough.
Because we grow locally:
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Our plants are already acclimated to this region
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They’re used to our weather swings
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They’re grown for performance here, not somewhere else
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We can offer unique varieties and larger quantities for contractors and local businesses
When plants travel less, they’re less stressed. When they’re grown here, they’re stronger. It’s that simple.
From Our Fields to Our Garden Centers
Here’s the part we love most.
When you walk into our locations in Midlothian or the West End area of Richmond, you’re talking to people who genuinely know these plants.
Not just from a tag. Not just from a catalog.
We’ve watched them grow.
As a grower and retailer, we can tell you:
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Which hydrangea handles our heat best
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What thrives in heavy clay
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What deer tend to leave alone
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Which annuals will bloom the longest
Because we’ve grown them from seed, cuttings, or plugs ourselves.
It’s About Community
Growing locally means we’re investing right back into our own backyard, supporting jobs in Hanover County and Nottoway County, supplying plants for local landscapes, and helping Central Virginia gardens thrive.
When you shop with us, you’re not just buying plants.
You’re supporting local growers.
You’re planting something raised close to home.
You’re growing alongside your community.
We Know ’Em Because We Grow ’Em
At the end of the day, that’s what Cross Creek Grown is all about.
We’ve planted them.
We’ve watered them.
We’ve watched them push new growth.
So when you take one home, we can confidently say:
We know ’em — because we grow ’em. 🌱
Winter Time: Houseplant Care
As the weather begins to change, take a few simple steps to prepare your houseplants to thrive through the off season.
10 Plants to Grow for Fall Color
Fall is the season for planting. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite plants for bright fall color!
Beginner’s Guide to Fall Lawn Care
Fall is just around the corner! As summer gardens fade and the growing season winds down, it’s the perfect opportunity to improve your turf grass.
The Art of Proper Watering
All plants need water. It’s important to understand how exactly plants use water to function and grow.
Summer Time: 10 Drought Resistant Perennials
In soaring summer temperatures and high humidity, it’s vital to provide plenty of water for your newly installed trees, shrubs, and perennials. We’ve compiled a list of our ten favorite water wise perennials to plant this summer.
Building a Garden in 5 Steps
There are no rules for garden design; they can be as simple as a meadow of scattered wildflowers or as complex as a formal French garden. Here are 5 simple steps to getting your garden started.
Planting Trees for a Purpose
So you’re looking to add a tree to the landscape. Learn about trees to grow for: full sun, shade, privacy, wet areas, attracting pollinators, providing shade, and four season interest.
Beginner’s Guide to Spring Fertilizing
All plants benefit from fertilization at some point in their life. Fertilizing in the spring is especially important to provide a boost of nutrients and encourage new growth. But, how do I get started?
Seed Starting 101
Despite Virginia’s long growing season, many gardeners like to get a head start by sowing fruit and vegetable seeds indoors several weeks before the date of last frost. Here’s how to get started.
How we Grow 100,000 Spring Annuals
Cross Creek grows tens of thousands of spring annuals each year at our Courthouse road property. Because we grow our own annuals, we can select unique varieties, offer lower prices, and share the absolute best care advice. Here’s how!
Sun Perennials: Variety and Care
Perennials are a gardener’s dream—they add seasonality, color, and texture that are hard to find in any other group of plants. They work beautifully as the foundation of a landscape, providing interest from spring through fall, or as additions to enhance an existing...
Attracting Bees: Variety and Care
Just like Hummingbirds, Bees need support throughout the season as well! Plant more Bee attracting plants to help pollinate your Fruit Trees, Vegetables, and to support Honey Bees/Native Bees. Native Plants support not only our Native bees but all other pollinators as...
Attracting Hummingbirds: Variety and Care
Bring more Hummingbirds to your yard with these plants selections! Hummingbirds are more attracted to tubular shaped blooms, so be sure to work some of these options in to your landscape to support them throughtout the season.