Fertile LTD has catered to the gardening needs of homeowners, contractors, and botanical enthusiasts throughout Chicago. After two name changes and a recent remodeling, Fertile LTD returned to business in April 2011 with a larger, improved interior retail area. With a wide selection of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees, Fertile LTD’s supply comes from all across America, with some plants being native to the Midwestern states. In addition, Fertile LTD stocks containers, pottery, lanterns, and other garden accessories. Product brands include Drumm, Crescent, Gold Leaf Gardening Gloves, Packing Pearls, and Border Concepts, Inc. Besides retailing plants and garden elements, Fertile LTD designs, builds, and maintains landscapes. Customers can also choose pre-potted container services and the company’s floral designers will assist with the planting process. Between April and May 2011, the company took part in a design event hosted by the Infant Welfare Society of Chicago (IWS). With different design companies invited to decorate the rooms and gardens in the organization’s showcase house, visitors made donations to view the spaces, supporting the IWS and the participants at the same time. For Fertile LTD’s garden, the company created a cozy area with colorful plants in a variety of containers. Open seven days a week, Fertile LTD Garden and Design Center can be found at 1646 West Diversey Parkway in Lakeview. Previously, a factory stood on the land, which has been family owned for more than 90 years. Fertile LTD now occupies the property’s eight city lots.