Our story
Dreams of Green Garden Center opened in 2022 in South Tyler with a vision to inspire and support gardeners across East Texas. Managing partner Brenda Swagerty has a lifelong love of gardens and recognized the need for a place where people could find both quality plants and knowledgeable guidance. Her passion for helping others grow is the foundation of the center, and through the “Ask Brenda” theme she shares her expertise with customers who want to create beautiful, thriving spaces. Dreams of Green is built on the belief that gardening is about more than plants—it is about creating beauty, peace, and connection in every outdoor space.
Join Us for a Class
Cultivate your green thumb with one of our hands-on gardening classes. We offer a variety of options for every skill level, from learning how to create a perfect container garden to mastering the art of flower arrangements. Find the perfect class to grow your skills.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower people to garden successfully so they don’t give up. We believe that most plants don’t fail—they’re just planted wrong. With the right knowledge and a little bit of guidance, anyone can have a thriving garden. We are dedicated to providing the education and high-quality plants you need to succeed.
As we like to say: Nature never plants wrong, only people plant plants wrong.
The Garden Center
At Dreams of Green Garden Center, we offer high-quality, locally grown annuals, trees, shrubs, roses, perennials, and much more to help you create a beautiful outdoor space. Our expert staff is here to assist with professional landscape and design services, ensuring your garden dreams come to life. In addition to our wide selection of plants, you can also explore our unique gift shop and even take advantage of our knife sharpening service. We pride ourselves on being a community hub for gardeners of all skill levels, providing hands-on workshops and personalized advice to help your plants thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting your journey, we have everything you need to cultivate your own little piece of paradise.
High-Quality Plants
Locally Grown
We’re proud to offer a diverse selection of high-quality, locally grown plants. From vibrant annuals to beautiful perennials and robust trees and shrubs, our inventory is curated to thrive in your landscape. Our team is dedicated to helping you select the perfect plants for your garden, ensuring they are healthy and ready to flourish.
Expert Services
Expertly Curated
Our knowledgeable team provides professional landscape and design services to help bring your vision to life. Whether you need guidance on a small planting project or a full-scale garden redesign, our experts are here to offer personalized advice and creative solutions. We’re committed to making your gardening goals a reality.
Unique Gifts & More
Hand-Selected
Explore our charming gift shop for a variety of unique items perfect for any garden enthusiast. Beyond plants and pottery, we offer a selection of special products to enhance your outdoor space. We also provide a professional knife sharpening service, ensuring all your tools are in top condition for your next project.
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “Nature always wears the colors of the spirit.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
Our Latest Blog Posts
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Succulents, Simply Watered
Read more: Succulents, Simply WateredHave You Ever Killed a Succulent? Have you ever killed, as I have all killed my share of, these amazing, room transforming, space oxygenating, defined as “impossible to kill” house plants. You are not alone! Unfortunately, the easiest and most definite way to kill a succulent is to over or under water it. Succulents come…
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Ever wondered why and how leaves change color in fall?
Read more: Ever wondered why and how leaves change color in fall?Since the first signs of spring, newly forming leaves have actively been growing which helps your tree grow overall. This changes a bit during the later months into the fall season. When the temperature drops and there is less hours of daylight, the tree begins to conserve the energy it generated in the spring and…
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Chrysanthemum Facts (plus a myth or two)
Read more: Chrysanthemum Facts (plus a myth or two)We all associate the first mum in front of our local garden center with summers end. We look forward to shorter, cooler, breezy days and garden colors turning to orange, yellow, reds and purples. Mowing the grass slows to a crawl. Fire pits and apple cider no longer sound so distant. We sweep off the…