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Dave Nelson Greenhouse, L.L.C.

About Us

Dave Nelson Greenhouse, L.L.C. in Big Lake, MN has been a local favorite since 1986—bringing vibrant color, fresh produce, and a personal touch to every season.
Each spring, our greenhouse comes alive with garden favorites like geraniums, begonias, marigolds, petunias, and impatiens. Our hanging baskets are a customer favorite, adding instant charm to any outdoor space.
As summer turns to fall, we shift to fresh, homegrown produce—juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, sweet melons, and hearty vegetables like squash, peppers, and cabbage. It’s a celebration of Minnesota’s growing season.
We’re open seasonally through October, with hours that vary. For the latest updates or to place an order, just give us a call.
Let Dave Nelson Greenhouse be your go-to for garden inspiration and farm-fresh goodness—where every visit feels like coming home.

Areas Served

Our Professional Associations

Central Minnesota Vegetable Growers Association (CMVGA)
St Paul Farmers Market

What We Offer

Our Services include:

HOME MARKET HOURS:
May 1st-June 6th: Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm/ Sundays: 9am-5pm
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MINNEAPOLIS FARMERS MARKET
May: Wednesday- Sunday 7am-1pm
June- October: Saturdays & Sundays 6am- 1pm
ST. PAUL FARMERS MARKET
May-July Saturday and Sundays 7am--1pm
July-October Saturday 7:00-1:00PM
ANDOVER MARKET (RIVERDALE CHURCH)
June-October Tuesdays 2pm-6pm
BURNSVILLE MARKET (MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH)
June-October Thursdays 11:30am-3:30pm
MAPLE GROVE FARMERS MARKET
June-October Thursday 3pm-7pm
Plant Sales
Cash or credit card accepted with a minimum purchase of $10
VEGETABLE SALES July-October
Cash preferred or Venmo accepted with a minimum purchase of $10
*Call ahead for Vegetable pickup at our home

Our Products include:

Plants
Alyssum
Asparagus Fern
Bacopa
Begonia’s-Wax, Tuberous, Riegor, & Drogon Wing
Coleus-Many Varieties for sun or shade
Euphorbia
Fuchsia
Geranium’s-pots, buckets & Baskets
Gerbera Daisies
Hanging Baskets-Many Varieties for sun or shade
Imapatiens-Traditional, New Guinea, Sunpatien
Lobelia-Upright or trailing
Marigolds
Mezoo
Million Bells- Pots or Baskets
Moss Ross
Nemesia
Petunias-Traditional, Wave, Proven Winner. Supertunia, Baskets, Pots, flats
Plecthoranthus-Candle stick vine, guacamole, Lemon twist
Purple Fountain Grass
Sedum Lemon Ball
Spikes
Sweet Potatoe Vine
Twister Grass
Vegetable Plants- Few varieties
Verbena-Trailing
Vinca Vine-Light & Dark
Zinneas
Vegetables
Broccoli
Cabbage-Winter
Cauliflower-White, Chedder, Purple
Cucumbers-Pickling, Slicing
Greenbeans
Muskmelons
Peppers-Bell, Hot & Sweet Banana, Jalepeno
Squash-Acorn, Sunshine, Sweetmama
Tomatoes-Eating, Canning, Romas
Watermelons
Zucchini-Green & Yellow

Testimonials

On 5/27/2026 Tye Christle had this to say:
My wife and I just discovered this greenhouse and we loved it. The flowers there are incredible! Very bright, vibrant colors and beautiful healthy flowers. It is family owned and everyone there was very friendly and helpful.

On 5/26/2026 Alli Holst had this to say:
My mom and I have purchased our flowers/plants here for the last couple years and are always pleased! They have a beautiful array of choices and their staff is always friendly and helpful! We will definitely be back again next year to purchase more!

On 5/10/2026 Lyn P. had this to say:
Wonderful selection of flowers, the begonias are like none I've found anywhere else! They have a massive selection of tomato plants in all various stages, including their exclusive breed.

On 5/2/2026 Jane Anderson had this to say:
Amazing place to find gorgeous hanging baskets & porch planters. Everyone is so helpful. They have the best fuchsia hanging baskets around!!

On 9/24/2022 Jamie reynolds had this to say:
Very delicious produce and value is phenomenal .very friendly service .if you want fresh grown produce these are the people you want to buy from .

Contact Us

Dave Nelson Greenhouse, L.L.C.
23126 164th St. N.W. (CR 15) Big Lake, MN 55309
Phone: (763) 263-3495
Secondary: (763) 360-1947
Mobile: (763) 360-1947
Email: virginia43nelson@yahoo.com

5.3 Miles North on CR 15 from Highway 10

Where To Find Us

Payment Types Accepted

Credit & Debit Cards, Venmo

News

Nelson’s Greenhouse & Vegetables is excited to welcome you back for our Home Market hours starting May 1st through June 6th!
🕘 Hours:
Monday–Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM
🌟 Sundays: 9 AM – 5 PM
✨ Big news: This is the FIRST season ever we’re open on Sundays, giving you even more time to shop plants, veggies, and all your garden favorites!
Stop by, enjoy the season, and see what’s growing 🌸
We can’t wait to see you!

🥬 Winter Cabbage is Growing Strong at Dave Nelson Greenhouse, L.L.C.! 🥬

Cool-weather crops like cabbage thrive during the colder months — and we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re planting in your garden or greenhouse, our hardy cabbage varieties are perfect for crisp fall and winter harvests.

Stop by Dave Nelson Greenhouse for quality plants, expert advice, and everything you need to keep your garden growing year-round. 🌿

📍 Big Lake, MN
🌱 Fresh. Local. Grown with care.

FAQ

When is Nelson’s Greenhouse open?

We are open seasonally from May 1st through June 10th for spring planting, and again in the fall until October for harvest produce. Hours may vary, so we recommend calling ahead for the most up-to-date information. You can find us at different farmers markets throughout the year. For date see the services section on this page.

Can I place an order in advance?

Yes! We encourage customers to call ahead to place orders or check availability, especially during peak seasons.

What types of plants do you offer in the spring?

In spring, we offer a wide variety of garden plants including:

- Geraniums
- Begonias
- Marigolds
- Petunias
- Impatiens
- Hanging baskets

What produce is available in the fall?

Our fall harvest includes:

- Tomatoes
- Cucumbers
- Melons
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Squash
- Peppers