Colonial Gardens

Colonial Gardens was established in 1964 by Carl Korbel and Elizabeth Klaus. It was originally known as Colonial Garden Center. During the 3 years it was owned by Mr. Korbel, the store consisted of a small section that is now our cash register room. In 1967 it was purchased by Stan Schmidt and Phil Spinelli. It was operated as a partnership until 1969 when Mr. Schmidt became the sole owner. A year later, the business was incorporated as Colonial Garden Center, Inc. Early products included houseplants, terrariums, produce, annuals, perrenials, shrubs, bagged soils, and mulch. In the 1970's the middle barn room, lower gift shop, florist area, and warehouse were constructed. In October of '76 our florist branch in Pottstown was opened on High Street, across from the Hill School. Both stores became known as Colonial Gardens. The 70's included an expansion into gifts, lawn care products, tools, chemicals, and fresh flowers. Landscaping also became a significant part of the store from the early 70's until the 80's when it was discontinued again until the the early 90's.