Our Legacy
Connollys Heritage Gardens – Growing Montana's Gardens for More Than Four Decades
For more than four decades, Connollys Heritage Gardens has proudly served the Flathead Valley with exceptional plants, trusted expertise, and a passion for helping Montana gardens thrive. Our family-owned nursery is built on the belief that every landscape deserves plants selected specifically for Montana's unique climate and growing conditions.
Meet Our Founder
Michael Connolly
Founder, Horticulturist & Landscape Professional
My greatest joy is helping people discover the beauty of gardening and giving them the knowledge and confidence to succeed.
For more than four decades, Michael Connolly has dedicated his life to the art and science of horticulture. His passion for plants began in his childhood in Minnesota, where he spent countless hours gardening alongside his mother, learning firsthand the joy and beauty that plants bring into people's lives.
A graduate of the University of Minnesota's School of Agriculture, Michael built a strong foundation in plant science, horticulture, and landscape management—knowledge that would become the cornerstone of a remarkable career in the green industry.
After moving to Montana in the early 1990s, Michael quickly established himself as one of the Flathead Valley's most respected horticultural professionals. Over the past 40 years, he has worked in every facet of the industry, including plant production, landscape design, nursery operations, and personalized garden consulting.
Throughout his career, one mission has remained constant: Helping people succeed in gardening and create beautiful outdoor spaces that thrive for generations.
Michael believes that gardening should be enjoyable, approachable, and rewarding. His commitment to sharing knowledge, providing honest guidance, and helping customers make confident decisions has earned him the trust of homeowners, gardeners, and landscape professionals across Northwest Montana.
40+ Years of Experience
Founder of Connollys Heritage Gardens
University of Minnesota School of Agriculture Graduate
Serving Northwest Montana Since 1984
Our Mission
In 2024, Michael founded Connollys Heritage Gardens with a vision of bringing back the values of a traditional, locally owned garden center—where exceptional plants, genuine relationships, and personalized service come first.
Today, Connollys Heritage Gardens specializes in carefully selected trees, shrubs, fruit trees, berries, perennials, and specialty plants chosen specifically for Montana's unique climate and growing conditions.
Every customer who visits the nursery benefits from Michael's decades of experience, deep horticultural knowledge, and unwavering belief that beautiful landscapes begin with the right plants, expert advice, and a true passion for growing.
Our mission is rooted in a simple belief: beautiful landscapes begin with exceptional plants and knowledgeable guidance. At Connollys Heritage Gardens, we are dedicated to helping homeowners and gardeners across Northwest Montana succeed by offering carefully selected plants, honest recommendations, and personalized service. Through our passion for horticulture and more than 40 years of experience, we strive to inspire, educate, and help create outdoor spaces that flourish for generations.