As two brothers growing up in the floral industry, Jim and John were looking for a new venture on their own. They set out to explore an idea brought forward to them by their Dutch parents and European Planters Inc. was established in 1984.
European Planters Inc. was started in a small commercial rental unit and later moved on to a rental greenhouse operation on property owned by their uncles. It was a very happy start for the two brothers! After a decade of hard work both parties had exceeded the capacity that was available at that location and European Planters Inc. ventured off and acquired a permanent location in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Starting with just tropical dish gardens in copper and brass containers, the business slowly expanded to include ceramic and wicker containers. After some time had passed, metal containers were added to the collection. With the extra space at their new location, the brothers decide to entertain the opportunity to begin to grow seasonal potted plants. Cyclamen, poinsettias, hydrangeas, and various spring plants were introduced to their product line.
European Planters Inc. has two trucks on the road daily to attend to customers throughout southern Ontario. They also have larger trucks to service the needs of garden centres and landscapers throughout southern Ontario.
The future is bright as the next generation has emerged with two of Jim’s sons, Jim Jr. and Trevor, now working alongside Jim and John. They bring with them knowledge not only in growing but also in the areas of logistics, sales and new technologies.
Our goal at European Planters Inc. is to be a provider of top quality products and service on a weekly/seasonal basis to all of our customers.