Welcome to Big John's Farm Market & Greenhouse
Current Season Highlight
Spring Is Here!
(Opening day: April 22! )
Growing Quality, One Plant at a Time
All our winter prepping and planting has paid off - Big John's greenhouses are bursting with a beautiful selection ready for you! Expect a full selection of vegetable plants, herbs, gorgeous combination planters and hanging baskets, and everything you need to build your own custom containers and gardens. We also have a vast number of individual plant choices, we're confident you'll find something you'll love!
We open on April 22 — and while we're still expanding our retail greenhouse space, you'll find the same outstanding quality and selection that made Big John's a go-to destination at our previous location.
New this spring: fresh, delicious donuts available every weekend! Stay tuned for more details.
Come see us this spring and summer — we promise, you'll be glad you did!
Our Main Offerings
Greenhouse Plants
From Seed to Success - Grown With Care
Discover plants grown the right way - from unrooted cuttings to garden-ready beauties in our 88,000+ square feet of greenhouse space. With expert care from day one, our plants have stronger roots, better health, and superior performance in your garden.
What We Grow:
- Annuals - Continuous color all season long
- Perennials - Garden investments that return year after year
- Vegetable Plants - Strong starts for productive home gardens
- Herbs - 50+ varieties from classic basil to specialty mints
- Custom Containers - Professional design using our "thriller, filler, spiller" method
Available mid-April through fall
Fresh Farm Market
Daily Harvest - Field to Your Table
Taste the difference that daily-fresh makes! Our famous sweet corn is picked every morning, and our homegrown vegetables go from field to market the same day. What we don't grow comes from trusted local farms for the freshest possible selection.
Fresh Daily:
- Sweet Corn - Our signature crop, picked fresh every morning
- Homegrown Vegetables - Tomatoes, onions, cabbage & more from our fields
- Local Produce - The best from neighboring farms
- Bulk Options - Half-bushels perfect for preservation projects
- Specialty Foods - All-natural preserves, local honey, gourmet dips, and popcorn
Open mid-April through October
Fall Family Fun
Authentic Farm Experience for All Ages
Create lasting memories at our family-friendly fall destination! With activities designed for young families, we offer the perfect blend of farm education and seasonal fun in a safe, authentic agricultural setting.
Fall Activities Include:
- Pumpkin Patch - Real hayrides to actual pumpkin fields
- School Field Trips - Educational farm experiences for elementary students
- Family Activities - Giant slide, corn maze, farm animals & games
- Fresh Treats - Made-on-site donuts, kettle corn, apple cider, hot dogs, carmel apples and more!
- Mums Fundraising - Easy fundraising programs for organizations
September 15 - October 31
What Makes Us Special
Seasonal Hours & Information
Current Season: Winter Planting Season is here!
Behind the Scenes: Spring Preparation
While our farm market is closed for winter, our greenhouses are at peak activity! Here's what's happening behind the scenes:
🌱 Vegetable & Herb Starts - Ready for your spring garden
🌱 Custom Combinations - Unique designs you won't find anywhere else
🌱 Hundreds of Combo Pots - Designer containers with 4-5 plant combinations
🌱 16,000+ Hanging Baskets - From 18-inch moss masterpieces to classic 10-inch displays
🌱 Thousands of Annuals & Perennials - Geraniums, petunias, begonias, and more
Spring Hours: Opening Day - April 22!
Monday - Saturday: 8am - 6pm
Closed Sundays
Customer Testimonial
What Our Customers Say
"The quality of plants from Big John's is incredible - they have the strongest root systems and always perform better in my garden than plants from anywhere else!"
- Local Customer
"Our school field trip was amazing! The kids learned so much about farming, and the activities were perfect for their age group. We'll definitely be back next year!"
- Elementary Teacher
"I've been coming here for over 20 years. Their sweet corn is legendary, and you can taste the difference that daily-fresh makes!"
- Loyal Customer
Visit Us Today
Easy to find
Located on 70 beautiful acres in Lowell, Indiana - between Route 41 & I-65 for convenient access from throughout the region.
Payment Options
We accept cash, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and Apple Pay for your convenience.
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