James Greenhouses was founded in 1998 with a simple idea – to produce high quality perennial plugs and liners for southern growers.  Our company has grown a lot since then, but the focus on quality and customer service remains the same.  It is the higher standard that our customers have come to expect. 

James Greenhouses is owned and operated by Ken and Leah James, both Horticulture graduates from the University of Georgia.  We maintain close ties with the UGA Horticulture program and Dr. Allan Armitage.  He has been a valuable source of new plants and potential employees.  Our grower, Jessica Cudnik, and shipping manager, Brian Santos, are graduates of the program as well.      

Our facility is located in rural Colbert, Georgia just outside of Athens.  Our mild winters and high light levels allow for year-round liner production.  We grow in clean, modern facilities that are designed for propagation.  In our 70,000 square feet of production space, we utilize mist booms, under bench hot water heat, sub-irrigation, naturally ventilated houses and computerized environmental controls.  All are designed to keep quality up and costs down.

Currently, James Greenhouses produces about 300 varieties of perennials and specialty annuals.  The majority are grown in 72 cell trays, but custom sizes range from 32 to 128 cell trays.

To help bring new varieties to market, we work closely with Athens Select, Blooms of Bressingham, ItSaul Plants and PlantHaven.  Look for their exciting introductions throughout our site.