Key Takeaways:
- White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc. to liquidate its assets after over 60 years of operation.
- The auction, facilitated by SecondBloom Auctions, runs until July 1, 2024.
- Key assets include greenhouse structures, horticultural equipment, vehicles, and garden center items.
- Assets only; land and permanent structures not included.
- Opportunity for buyers to establish or expand their horticulture business.
White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc., a long-standing commercial greenhouse and wholesale nursery in Chesapeake, VA, has announced it will be liquidating its assets after serving the mid-Atlantic region for more than six decades. The company has partnered with SecondBloom Auctions to manage the sale of its greenhouse structures, equipment, and nursery supplies.
A Legacy of Quality and Service
Founded in 1956 by Norm and Hetty White, White’s Nursery has been a vital part of the Chesapeake, VA, community, renowned for producing high-quality potted flowering plants and annuals. However, due to economic challenges, the company has decided to wind down its wholesale greenhouse operations.
“The decision to sell our assets was not an easy one, but we believe it creates an exciting opportunity for a new owner to build upon our legacy and take the business to new heights,” said Norm White, founder of White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc. “We are confident that SecondBloom Auctions will find the right buyers who share our passion for quality and customer service.”
For over six decades, White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc. has been a leading producer of premium potted flowering plants and annuals, servicing a loyal customer base throughout the mid-Atlantic region. The company’s consistent investment in state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure has made it a top choice for wholesale buyers and garden centers.
Auction Details
The assets, located at 3133 Old Mill Road, Chesapeake, VA, will be available through an online auction running until July 1, 2024. The auction features a diverse range of items with starting bids at $1. Potential buyers can view the full catalog and register for the auction at www.secondbloomauctions.com.
Key assets to be auctioned include:
- Greenhouse Structures: Various structures for diverse growing needs, such as doubly-poly X.S. Smith Criterion Quonset Hoop Houses, double-poly X.S. Smith Arched-Roof Gutter-connected greenhouses, and double-poly X.S. Smith Gutter-connected Sun Roof greenhouses (Venlo Style).
- Equipment: Bouldin & Lawson Hopper, Pot/Flat Fillers, Planting Robots, Watering Tunnels and Conveyors. Cherry Creek Watering Booms, Echo Hanging Baskets systems, expanded metal benches, HVAC systems, and other horticultural equipment.
- Vehicles: Including on-road and off-road trailers, tractors.
- Delivery Carts: Various styles of delivery racks, including sliders, 40’ x 48’ pallet style, and new “CC-Racks” style.
- Garden Center Items: Display benches and other garden center infrastructure elements.
Strategic Opportunity
“This is a unique opportunity for anyone looking to enter or expand their presence in the horticulture industry,” said Christian Lange, CEO at SecondBloom Auctions. “This is a chance to acquire well-maintained assets from a long-standing operation. With the right strategy, these assets can be leveraged to establish or expand a profitable horticulture business.”
Lange further emphasized, “The assets available through this auction represent a turnkey opportunity for buyers looking to quickly establish or expand their presence in the horticulture industry. With the strong foundation built by White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc., a new owner can hit the ground running and capitalize on the growing demand for high-quality plants and flowers.”
Key Dates and Logistics
- June 4 – June 30: Marketing and promotion of the auction event.
- July 1: Auction concludes.
- July 8 – August 2: On-site logistics, including pickup and post-auction activities.
- August 5 – November 1: Greenhouse structure removal.
Potential buyers should note that the sale includes assets only, and all purchased items will need to be removed from the current location. The land and permanent structures are not part of the offering.
To learn more about the White’s Nursery & Greenhouses, Inc. asset auction and to register as a bidder, visit www.secondbloomauctions.com or contact info@secondbloomauctions.com.
