The Growing Place Online

Its charm is a canopy of mature trees, beautiful gardens, pond and extensive plant offerings

Naperville location…
25w471 Plank Rd
Naperville, IL 60563
630/355-4000
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A historic farmhouse now garden shop moved there in 2000, a train garden, a pondless waterfall, many more gardens and vast plant selection make this site a must visit,

Aurora location...
2000 Montgomery Rd
Aurora, IL 60504
630/820-8088
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The Growing Place garden centers in Naperville and Aurora can help you create just what you need, from beautiful gardens to the easiest of landscapes!

Select from over 3000 amazing plant choices. We grow many ourselves. Our selection includes: trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, roses, water plants, groundcovers, herbs, vegetables and natives.


Shop in a garden setting. Our learning gardens will inspire and introduce you to many plants and combinations. Find expert, friendly advice, natural and organic products and Landscape and Design advice and installation. Also find Designer-planted containers.


Our Mums, Asters, ornamental Cabbage and Kale are looking great! We grow close to 7,000 Mums at our Aurora location.	The Growing Place garden centers carry unique garden accents, gifts and seasonal decorations. Children activities and classes encourage a love of nature and gardening.

Old House

Fall is busy at The Growing Place!

Rich brocades of color fill our garden centers in the fall. Many types of Mums, Pansies, Grasses, Asters, ornamental cabbage and kale, and more provide a spectacular show. It’s a great time to see the fall coloring of trees and shrubs to help your selection.

Fall is great for planting. Most plants thrive when planted in the cool moist weather of fall. Remember that roots continue to grow after tops go dormant. Plant spring-flowering bulbs in the fall. Fall is definitely not too late to plant!

Sales punctuate the season see facebook, email, Tribune or stop by and check them out.

Activities that are fun, fulfilling, and offer information that will help your yard thrive are noted below.

OUR OLD HOUSE ANNIVERSARY PARTY & Heirloom Plant & ‘Vintage’ Treasures Sale, September 11, Aurora. Ten years ago we saved a historic farmhouse from demolition and moved it to our Aurora location where it was then landmarked. This year we celebrate its 150th year and 10th year at The Growing Place. We welcome Cathy Jean Maloney, author and expert on garden history in Chicagoland, and Harry Patterson, bee expert, teacher, and Mr. Wizard. See Schedule

FALL FESTIVAL, September 18 & 19, Aurora. Family Fun... Pumpkins, gourds, squash… Hayrides, crafts, face painting and activities fill both days… Brats and hotdogs by the Wurst Kitchen, fresh donuts, roasted corn, and treats abound. Country music that encourages kid’s participation. More Info

Talk: HEALTHY ROOTS MAKE HAPPY TREES, September 25, Aurora

LET US HELP YOU DAY, October 16, hear talks at 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, and 2:30pm. Also sign up for a Design Advice Appointment and PLANT this fall!

FALL FUN AT THE FARM, Saturdays in October. Harvest crafts and hayrides for kids and adults alike. See Schedule