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Ankeny, IA
Garden Center

Explore Earl May Garden Center in Ankeny, IA, for a selection of premium plants, gardening tools, and expert advice to kickstart your gardening journey. Visit us today and discover everything you need for a vibrant garden at our Ankeny location.
Find garden supplies and services including landscaping, planting, garden seeds and lawn care in Ankeny, Iowa.



Contact Info & Hours

1509 N Ankeny Blvd
Ankeny, IA 50023

Phone: 515-964-2884

M - F - 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Sat - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Sun - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm


Departments
    - Nursery (Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Ornamental Grasses)
    - Flowering Plants (Annuals, Pre-Made Container Gardens, Hanging Baskets)
    - Garden Seed & Seed Starting Supplies
    - Gifts & Garden Decor
    - Houseplants
    - Lawn Care & Grass Seed
    - Watering Supplies
    - Weed, Disease & Pest Solutions
    - Wildlife & Birding Supplies



Services
    - Landscape Design & Planning
    - Landscape Installation
    - Landscape Maintenance
    - Planting Services
    - Custom Container Potting
    - Delivery Service (see store for details)
    - Weed, Disease & Pest ID (bring in photos or bagged samples)
    - Lawn Checks

Meet the Manager
Russ Sampson

History: I started with Earl May in 2023. I moved up to manager in 2025.

Favorite Place to Visit: I enjoy visiting the local baseball field to watch my son pitch. I also enjoy gardening, concerts and traveling.

Favorite Houseplant: Monstera

Favorite Tree: Willow

Top 3 Perennials: Russian Sage, Coreopsis, Salvia

Why Work at Earl May?
"I enjoy problem solving with guests and using my horticulture degree to do so."