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our story

Adam’s Nursery began as a shared dream between three brothers when Adam was just 14 years old. What started with selling plants at local flea markets and mowing neighborhood lawns has grown into a full-service garden center and landscaping company built on craftsmanship, care, and community.

Today, the business is led by the three brothers, each bringing their own expertise. Adam oversees operations and leads custom landscape design, personally hand-drawing plans tailored to each client. Stephen brings those designs to life through expert installation and execution. David manages the garden center and oversees the building and metal shed sales, creating a welcoming, knowledgeable customer experience.

At its core, Adam’s Nursery remains a family-run business, with multiple generations contributing to the day to day operations. Every part of the business reflects a commitment to quality, integrity, and genuine care for every customer we serve.

Meet the Team

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    ADAM ALTMAN

    OWNER + LEAD LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

    Adam is the Owner and Lead Landscape Designer at Adam’s Nursery, where passion, creativity, and family roots come together in every project. What began as a teenage dream, selling plants at flea markets and mowing neighborhood lawns, has grown into a thriving full service garden center and landscaping company under his leadership.

    Adam oversees the day to day operations while bringing each client’s vision to life through his signature hand drawn landscape designs. Known for his attention to detail and personalized approach, he creates outdoor spaces that are both functional and beautifully tailored to each home.

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    AMBER TAYLOR

    LEAD LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

    A Barnwell, South Carolina native with over 20 years of experience in the green industry, she serves as Lead Landscape Designer at Adam’s Nursery & Landscaping, specializing in landscape design and client consultations that create beautiful, long-lasting outdoor spaces.

    With extensive plant knowledge, she selects varieties suited to local climate and soil conditions while carefully considering sun exposure, drainage, maintenance, and long-term growth. For the past eight years, she has designed landscapes for prominent homes throughout Aiken, including Woodside Plantation, Cedar Creek, and Three Runs Plantation.

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    Matthew Dickerson

    LANDSCAPE DESIGNER

    With more than 20 years of experience in landscape design, Matthew creates outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and functional. His work focuses on thoughtful planning, carefully selected plants, and designs that feel natural, welcoming, and built to last.

    Outside of work, Matthew is a national champion musician, a devoted husband, and a proud father of six. Inspired by his family and the outdoors, he brings creativity, care, and passion to every project—designing spaces where people can relax, gather, and enjoy nature.

  • STEPHEN

    STEPHEN

    Stay tuned for the portrait and bio!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Adam’s Nursery provides full-service landscaping in Barnwell and the surrounding areas. Our services include lawn maintenance, custom landscape design, plant and tree installation, irrigation systems, hardscaping, and seasonal clean-ups. We combine expert knowledge, quality materials, and personalized service to create outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and functional.

  • Yes! Our company is fulled insured and our team members are licensed.

  • Absolutely! Adam’s Nursery specializes in custom landscape designs tailored to your property, style, and needs. From hand-drawn or AI generated plans to selecting the perfect plants, we work with you every step of the way to transform your outdoor space into a stunning, functional environment for entertaining, relaxing, or increasing your property’s value.

  • Our nursery offers a wide variety of plants and trees that thrive in South Carolina’s climate. This includes flowering shrubs, native trees, seasonal flowers, ornamental grasses, and more. Whether you’re looking for low-maintenance greenery or show-stopping plants for a focal point, our team can help you select the perfect options for your landscape.

  • Yes we do! Please visit our contact us page or give us a call today!

  • Yes! Click here to visit our Garden Center website to learn more.