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title: "Central Nurseries — Landscape Contractors | Houzz"
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address: "Johnston, Rhode Island 02919, United States"
latitude: 41.8274
longitude: -71.52
phone: "(401) 942-7511"
website: http://centralnurseries.com
rating: 5
review_count: 1
followers: 2
last_updated: 2026-09-07
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# Central Nurseries

Original Houzz profile: [Central Nurseries](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/central-nurseries-pfvwus-pf~940988615)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Landscape Contractors
- **Location:** Johnston, RI
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (1 review)

## About

Central Nurseries Incorporated (CNI) has long been nationally recognized as a leader in award winning landscape construction as well as a supplier of the highest quality nursery stock. A family-owned and operated landscape nursery and construction company with a staff that consists of over 100 experienced professionals and qualified work crews. 

Central Nurseries has the expertise to carry your project forward from inception to final completion. The company was founded in 1936 by Alessandro Pagliarini. Under his guidance the company prospered and developed during the 1930s through the 1950s. He remained active in the company until his passing in 1984. 

His son, Mario, was active in the business from his childhood. In 1953 Mario assumed the position of President and Administrative Officer. He expanded the company’s operations, which included large landscape projects throughout the North Atlantic States. With the passing of Mario in 1980, the third generation. Mario’s sons Paul, Steven and James, have strived to grow the company. The site division was launched in 2006 in celebration of Central Nurseries’ 70th year. In recent years fourth generation of Pagliarini’s have become more involved with the company. Throughout the past 79 years Central Nurseries has succeeded due to hard work and commitment to their projects and clients.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Central Nurseries |
| Address | Johnston, Rhode Island 02919, United States |
| Phone | (401) 942-7511 |
| Website | http://centralnurseries.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 2 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Central Nurseries](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/central-nurseries-pfvwus-pf~940988615)
- **Website:** http://centralnurseries.com
- **Phone:** (401) 942-7511

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 1 review**

### All 1 review

**★★★★★ — Sunflower Designs LLC, Dec. 2016**

> Central Nurseries carries very high quality plant materials and they work with customers to bring in requested material as needed.

## Selected projects

- [Landscapes](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/landscapes-pj-vj~1076566)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5

[See all 1 project](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/landscape-contractors/central-nurseries-pfvwus-pf~940988615)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*