BEST GARDEN CENTER

BEST GARDEN CENTER

Sawyer Garden Center

5865 Sawyer Rd., Sawyer, Mich., 269-426-8810, www.sawyergardencenter.com

There are lots of perennials, ornamental grasses and annuals - with delivery service - at Sawyer Garden Center, but there's also a big selection of home accents.

"Escape to home - that's what we're saying this year," says co-owner Linda McReynolds, noting people want to make their homes more visually pleasing. All the bright colors at Sawyer's "will take your breath away when you walk in," says McReynolds.

A grocery section features local products, gourmet foods and kitchen gadgets, and a room is devoted to boutique wines and beers.

Garden accents include sculptures, fine patio furniture, fountains and more. - JULIE DEAN KESSLER

SECOND PLACE

Groundworkes, Inc.

15486 Red Arrow Hwy., Lakeside, Mich., 269-586-2133, www.groundworkes.com