The Perennials Plus Team

John Platte - Owner
A graduate of Michigan State University, John has been involved in the horticultural industry for over 35 plus years. Being a horticultural broker for 19 years and a tree liner salesman for 7 years has given him the experience to start and effectively run his own company. John is always open to any new ideas, questions or comments.

Suzie Platte - Owner
A graduate of the Cleveland Business school majoring in merchandising and marketing. Her 20 years of experience as an account manager has made her invaluable in the growth of Perennials Plus. Suzie has gained knowledge of plants and the horticultural industry through osmosis. For information about your account please contact Suzie.

Herb Benton - Head Grower
Is a 1988 graduate of DePauw University with degrees in Botany and Microbiology. He has worked in most areas of horticulture and agriculture since 1987, but has spent the majority of that time in wholesale perennial growing.

Guillermo Mariano - Crew Manager and Customer Service
His bilingual abilities have been a tremendous asset to Perennials Plus. His ability in communicating with your pickup crew greatly reduces miscommunication. Perennials Plus has grown along side of Guillermo for the past four years. He has gained his knowledge of plants first hand and has the unique ability to locate any plant on our premises.

Kelly Frank - Customer Service
Kelly is a 2000 graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Public Horticulture. After 11 years as Curator of Plant Collections for a private garden in Indianapolis, she brings a working knowledge of plants and their care. Her passion for plants is evident on the farm she shares with husband John, three dogs, two cats, and a Haflinger horse.

We hope to make your purchasing experience with us an easy transaction. We know that time is money, hence our team strives to save you time thereby saving your money.

Please take a moment to see who we are, and what we have to offer you. We always welcome customer questions and feedback.