Potratz Greenhouses

Full-service greenhouse and nursery. Top products: tropical indoor plants, cactus and succulents, seasonal annuals, perennials, herbs and vegetable plants. Established in 1919 in Erie, PA, Potratz Greenhouses is a multi-generational, family-owned horticultural operation. The facility spans 25,000 square feet of indoor growing space, specializing in a diverse range of tropical foliage, cactus, succulents, and rare plant varieties. In addition to greenhouse production, they maintain an extensive outdoor nursery featuring seasonal annuals, perennials, and vegetable starts adapted to the local climate. Beyond retail sales, Potratz offers specialized interior plant-scaping services for businesses, including environment assessment and installation, as well as plant rental services for events and weddings. Their staff provides ongoing horticultural support and education, focusing on plant care, soil health, and pruning techniques. The business has evolved from a small family operation into a regional botanical destination that serves homeowners, commercial clients, and event organizers with a dual focus on greenhouse-grown plants and professional floral design.