Frank A Smith Nurseries | Professional Landscaping Services in Marietta, GA
Marietta, GA 30008
Company Profile
Frank A. Smith Nurseries has been a trusted name in Marietta and the greater Atlanta area since the late 1930s. Originally founded by Frank A. Smith as a landscape business and nursery in Buckhead, the company has evolved through several relocations to meet growing demand, now operating as a grower and re-wholesale nursery. In 2006, JR Richardson and a group of investors purchased the business, continuing its legacy of providing high-quality groundcovers, perennials, hostas, ferns, ornamental grasses, and woody ornamentals. Specializing in plants available in sizes from 3 to 15 gallons, they deliver directly to customers in the metro Atlanta area using their own trucks, ensuring professional and timely service. With over 80 years of experience, they focus on offering readily available, reasonably priced plants to support local landscaping needs.
Questions and Answers
What types of plants does Frank A. Smith Nurseries offer for landscape design in Marietta?
Frank A. Smith Nurseries provides a diverse selection ideal for landscape design, including perennials, hostas, groundcovers, ferns, ornamental grasses, and woody ornamentals. Plants are available in sizes ranging from 3 to 15 gallons, sourced from their own growing operations and re-wholesale network. This variety helps Marietta residents create resilient and attractive outdoor spaces tailored to local conditions.
How can Frank A. Smith Nurseries help with common Marietta landscaping issues like tree root lawn damage and poor lawn grading?
For tree root lawn damage, we recommend using groundcovers and perennials that can thrive in shaded, root-heavy areas, reducing soil erosion and maintenance. For poor lawn grading, ornamental grasses and woody ornamentals from our selection can help stabilize slopes and improve drainage. Our team can advise on plant choices and sizes, such as 3 to 15 gallon shrubs, to address these specific challenges in Marietta's landscapes.
Does Frank A. Smith Nurseries offer delivery for landscape design projects in the Atlanta area?
Yes, we deliver plants directly to customers in the metro Atlanta area, including Marietta, using our own trucks. This service ensures that materials for landscape design projects arrive in a professional and timely manner, supporting local contractors and homeowners with reliable access to our quality perennials, groundcovers, and other plants.
What the Company Handles
- Landscape design






