About Us
Our Rich History, Depth of Experience & Commitment to Your Satisfaction
Wilcox Nursery & Landscape was established as a family business in 1947. We were originally known as Wilcox Brothers Tropical Acres and Groves, then Wilcox Brothers Nursery & Groves and now simply Wilcox Nursery & Landscape. Wilcox Nursery & Landscape is centrally located in Largo and is one of Pinellas County’s oldest business landmarks. Wilcox Nursery & Landscape has established itself as an enduring business legacy, focused on delivering the highest possible value along with personalized service.

Old business documents and photos from Wilcox’s history.

The Wilcox Nursery Mission
Meet the Management Team
Davis Byrkit: Office & Communications Manager
Marquette McManus: Nursery Production Manager, Landscape Project Coordinator
Marquette joined the team in 2018 after completing an Environmental Science A.S. with a focus in natural resource conservation. She grew up hiking in the area and has always had a passion for Florida’s unique ecosystems. She is now the Production Manager & Landscape Coordinator. She is responsible for tending to plant material, administrative tasks and ordering plant material. She is a Certified Horticulture Professional (CHP) and is currently pursuing a B.A.S in Sustainability Management and dreams of owning her own nursery.
Joe Mlinar: Nursery Production Manager, Landscape Project Coordinator
Joe moved to Florida in 2017 after 25 years of organic produce farming in Wisconsin. He began work with Wilcox Nursery as an all-around hands-on and became the Grounds and Facilities Production Manager. In addition he now coordinates procurement of plant material for landscape design projects and he is also Certified Horticulture Professional (CHP). In his spare time Joe can be found hiking and photographing native plants and environs of Florida.
The Wilcox Nursery Crew

Back Row (left to right): Marquette, Joe, Adam, Cameron, Ryan, Raymond, Nikki. Front Row (left to right): Bruce, Hilary, Davis. (Not pictured: Jonathan)
The Wilcox Nursery crew is dedicated to bringing you the best information and advice about Florida’s native plants and their place in your landscape. We take pride in the vast knowledge base across our entire staff and the enthusiasm they bring to our nursery each and every day. Whether you’re just getting your feet wet or are a seasoned native gardener, you can trust the team to help make your vision a reality.
Our Landscape Designers

Paul Meyers, CHP
Landscape Designer

Nicole Jones
Landscape Designer

Arnie Rutkis
Landscape Designer

Zack Pitchford
Landscape Designer

Jaclyne Ingersoll
Landscape Designer
Transform Your Backyard
into A Lush Oasis
The Wilcox Commitment to You and Our Environment
Wilcox Nursery & Landscape is committed to helping bring Real Florida to your neighborhood. Why? Because we care about the environment and your well-being. We believe it’s important to preserve the environment that surrounds us by installing native and sustainable landscapes.
Our focus is on enhancing Florida’s natural heritage through the best selection of Florida native plants and low impact gardening goods. As a business member, we adhere to the recommendations of the Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council.
The creation of a beautiful and enduring landscape can create a great sense of peace and contentment. Let us work together to build your sense of place, for you to enjoy for many years to come.