City: Plymouth, Mich.

Owner: Jeff Jones and Tim Parker

Website: www.plymouthnursery.net

Size: 3.3 acres

Years In Business: 45

Number Of Locations: 1

Why It's Revolutionary: Plymouth is committed to sound environmental practices and has installed high-efficiency heating and insulation, motion sensor switches and more. The site's water runoff design was engineered to recycle irrigation and rainwater with maximum water quality and no negative impact. The garden center also takes great care in making sure it hires the best and friendliest staff members. Training starts with Plymouth Nursery's specific practices and continues with outside experiences, including ANLA Management Clinic, Garden Center University and garden center tours. Safety of customers and employees is also paramount for Plymouth Nursery, which has implemented many safety features, including roll-up hose reels, wide, non-skid aisles and a brightly-lit parking lot. They also lobbied the county road commission and secured a commitment for traffic improvements in the area.