Above and Beyond For You

Attention to detail and personalized customer service is what sets Colonial Classics apart from other lawn and garden retailers in the Tri-State area and has for over 60 years.

Shopping local has numerous advantages for our customers. This is not a home improvement store/big box store experience. Our associates can advise you on the appropriate plants for your needs and how best to care for them. We have the largest, most diverse selection of plant material in the area, freshly sourced from all over the country.

Colonial Classics is unique due to the fact that all of our landscaping designers, horticulturists, Master Gardeners, nurserymen and nurserywomen are highly trained and experienced in what they do. The members of our team understand that when they know more about your needs, they can meet and exceed your expectations.

That’s why our staff is committed to your satisfaction every time. Our slogan for decades has been, “Where the staff can tell you how to use what we sell”.

Please contact our management team for any additional assistance.

 Andrew Diekhoff, President

Andrew has grown up in the landscape field, starting work when he was in high school. Fifteen years later, he feels fortunate to have worked in a number of places in the country and gained experience with a wide variety of plant materials and design aesthetics. He took ownership of Colonial Classics in January 2025 and is excited to carry on the tradition of quality and excellence in outdoor living and gardening which Colonial Classics has become synonymous with over the last 70 years.

 Nick Shaw, Nursery/Garden Center Manager

Nick started at Colonial in 2001 when he was still in high school and continued to work at Colonial while he earned a degree in Business Administration from the University of Southern Indiana. Nick continued his education and holds certifications in Ornamental Landscaping and Turf Pest Management.

He was named manager of the nursery and garden center in 2013. His passion for providing the finest customer service experience and high-quality products at a fair price have earned rave reviews from his customers.

 Issac Lechnor, Retail Assistant Manager

 Adam Allford, Maintenance Manager,

 Adam started working at Colonial in 2018 and was promoted to Maintenance Manager in 2022.

"I like working with our customers to create and maintain a landscape they love, because in the end, a landscape they love is more important than a landscape I love." He enjoys helping customers by sharing his knowledge of plants and the care they need. 

He understands the importance of a well-maintained landscape and yard to help its health and appearance. He loves meeting with clients to understand their needs and exceed their expectations.

 Ciara Cannon, Assistant Maintenance Manager

Ciara is new to Colonial but has been in the landscape industry for over 7 years. She has experience in the nursery industry, landscape maintenance and design. Ciara says, "My favorite part of my job is meeting new customers and continuing to build relationships with existing customers I have now. They end up becoming family to me!"

 Bob Stanton, Logistics Supervisor

Bob started at Colonial in 2019 and loves to spend time and work outdoors. Bob runs our logistics department and enjoys interacting with customers. He orders all of the bulk product such as the bulk mulch and bulk rock product. He takes pride in his work each day. 

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Tami, spending time with his children and grandchildren, riding his Harley and hunting. 

 Brian Schipp, Landscape Designer

I have grown up in the landscape industry since 1995 and to this day love what I do! After earning my degree in landscape design/ horticulture at Vincennes University I started my full time landscape design and installation journey.  My work ethic, customer service and creativity are what makes me who I am today.  I love meeting new people everyday and helping them achieve exactly what landscape ideas and dreams they may have no matter the size or difficulty.  In the off days I love being with my wife Olivia and playing with our daughter Paisley.  The outdoors is where I thrive, weather it's fishing, watching the St. Louis Cardinals, having a few beers with friends, or lounging by a pool or lake, it's where I belong.

Renae Newton, Landscape Designer

Joining Colonial and being part of this great team for over ten years, I have the privilege everyday of working closely with clients to dream and create beauty

within their landscapes and outdoor spaces.

Fortunate to have grown up enjoying the outdoors and experiencing the wonders of nature, I now have the opportunity to blend my background in design, horticulture and

customer care with the world of landscaping and project management.

I find inspiration through continuing to explore our natural world both big and small, whether it be hiking, the mountains, touring amazing gardens or simply discovering that newly emerging bloom.

 Julia Batey, Office Manager

Colonial Classics is a great place to work. The people I work with care about each other and our customers. I enjoy walking through the garden center occasionally enjoying the beautiful flowers and plants. I spent 26 years in banking, was self-employed for several years, went to college at 50 years old and spent 9 years in public accounting before joining Colonial Classics in December 2022. Colonial is the perfect challenge and team environment for me. During my time off from work, my husband and I enjoy spending time with our son, his wife, and our three grandchildren. We also enjoy traveling and spending time at home.  

 Theresa Henning, Assistant Office Manager

Theresa grew up in Newburgh, IN and currently resides on her farm with her horses, dogs, cats and her bunny. She has always loved the outdoors, from plants to animals. Theresa’s favorite hobbies are horseback riding and spending time with her two puppies, Remi and Winnie, who occasionally join her at work.

Colonial has taught her so many different skills involving plant information to office skills. She has been a part of the Colonial Family for 4+ years. Her first position at Colonial was in retail. Her favorite part about retail was learning about the unique names of plants and getting to know many contractors and customers. Over the years she has learned many skills in different positions. She is currently working as Assistant Office Manager.