Your Neighborhood Garden Center
A family-run garden center rooted in Carol Stream since 2003. We provide the Western Suburbs with hardy plants, real supplies, and gardening advice that actually works in Illinois soil.
Since 2003
Barn Owl Garden Center is a family-run business that has served the Western Suburbs for over twenty years. Our mission is simple: help our community grow by offering high-quality gardening products, exceptional service, and genuine enthusiasm for the outdoors.
Whether you're an experienced gardener or just getting started, we take the time to give you personalized attention and expert advice. We're not just another shop. We're your go-to destination for everything lawn, garden, and outdoor living.
Three Ways To Shop
From plants and supplies to local goods and hands-on services, we've got your garden and home covered.
Order your favorite supplies, seeds, and plants online for easy pickup at our Carol Stream store. It's the best way to snag in-demand items before they sell out.
Shop Online →Locally-focused fresh fruits and veggies from Illinois and Michigan, plus gifts, flowers, jams, honey, and sauces — a one-stop shop for local goodness.
Visit The Market →Propane fills, firewood delivery, ice melt, and curbside pickup. Get real help from a team that knows their stuff.
Our Services →Our High Quality
We stock exactly what the Western Suburbs need to thrive. If we wouldn't put it in our own backyards, we won't sell it for yours.
Tropicals, indoor favorites, annuals, and hardy perennials, plus fertilizer, soil, and everything for your lawn. Our vegetable and herb selection is deep. Give us a call to see what's in stock.
Turn your home into a green space. We stock seed-starting supplies, organic seeds, soils, amendments, and everything you need for successful indoor growing — with expert advice to match.
Quality food and treats for your four-legged family members, including grain-free options, Mount Ara's CBD oils and edibles, and OC Raw's frozen raw food line.
Turn your yard into the best birding spot on the block. From winter cardinals to summer hummingbirds, we'll help you pick the right feeder and seed combo for the birds you want to attract.
Custom-made wreaths, grave blankets, and seasonal centerpieces, crafted in-house and ready for pickup or delivery. Perfect for the holidays, remembrances, or any time you want something special.
Our in-house coffee shop — order online for pickup or stop in for a fresh cup while you browse the plants. Locally roasted, always welcoming.
Order Online →Discover Gardening Convenience
Our experienced team offers a comprehensive range of services. Whether you need advice on a new landscape, a propane fill, firewood for the weekend, or curbside pickup on a busy afternoon.
Whether it's a new houseplant or a full spring garden plan, our team is here to help. Call, email, or stop in for real, experienced advice.
Get Advice →Fast refills on grill tanks, RV tanks, and food truck tanks. New and pre-owned tanks available. 20 lb fills are just $20, tax included.
Propane Fills →Seasoned mixed hardwood in bundles, half cords, or full cords. Same-day delivery is often available. Just give us a call.
Order Firewood →Water softener salt, rock salt, and pet-friendly, eco-friendly de-icers for walkways, driveways, and commercial lots across DuPage County.
Winter Supplies →For curbside pickup, don't even leave the car. Spend $20+ for local delivery across Carol Stream and the Western Suburbs. Most orders ready within an hour.
How It Works →See what's in stock this week. Our inventory changes throughout the season, so feel free to call before you head over if you don't want to miss what you're after.
See What's In →Inspiring & Informative
Seasonal tips, gardening how-tos, and stories from the Barn Owl team.
Late summer is still planting season in Northern Illinois. Learn what to sow, transplant, and plan for in your August garden.
Barn Owl Garden Center is hiring a friendly, dependable Part-Time Seasonal Market Associate to support The Market in Carol Stream, Illinois.
American Goldfinches nest later than many native birds. Learn why seeds matter and how to attract them with flowers, feeders, and water.
Testimonials
Excellent service and very professional. I have gone to this place for the last 20 years.
Coffee was amazing! Fun Saturday morning strolling around the plants while sipping a latte. Great selection of plants and plant related products. Excited to come back next month to buy more for our garden.
Always helpful, always friendly, a local small business that is a pleasure to shop at!
Stop By Anytime
Stop by the shop, give us a call, or shop online — we'll help you find exactly what your garden and home need.
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Email: hello@barnowlgarden.com
1n583 S Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, Illinois 60188
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