The best home & garden pros in Madison County

Over in Dorsey, A. Waldbart & Sons Nursery grows its own trees on a 300-acre Illinois farm, so you can pick from mature, climate-tough shade, ornamental, and evergreen options without the guesswork. More than 5,000 trees and shrubs on hand, plus seasoned horticulturists who actually help.

If your sofa has seen one too many Cardinals games, Kloss Furniture & Outlet Center has living room, dining, bedroom, and mattress finds that actually fit real homes in Highland, with plenty in stock and ready for quick delivery, plus a legit outlet selection for wallet-friendly upgrades.

From the Greenville newsletter, October 18, 2026

Sleep Number Mattress Store in Edwardsville lets Highland folks test-drive beds with pressure mapping while a specialist helps you find your exact Sleep Number setting, plus check out SleepIQ tracking and temperature-balancing options.

From the Highland newsletter, October 7, 2026

Retail chain with a variety of signature home furniture, decor, & accessories.

Marketplace Live is a family-created, in-person marketplace where Highland locals can shop curated secondhand furniture, drop off pieces to sell or snag a seller booth, and keep transactions safe and simple. Clean, welcoming space, no porch meetups or message ghosts, just quality pre-loved finds getting a new home.

From the Highland newsletter, October 14, 2026

SoCal Soul Plants & Gifts brings SoCal sunshine to our Midwestern windowsills with houseplants, succulents, tropicals, and cacti for every skill level, plus workshops that make dirt under your nails feel classy. If your fern looks tragic, their Plant Doctor and monthly free First Friday hangouts can revive both of you.

From the Litchfield newsletter, October 11, 2026

Locals in Alton know that Rent One keeps home upgrades painless, with name-brand furniture, mattresses, appliances, and electronics you can rent to own on flexible weekly or monthly plans. No credit checks, free delivery and setup, plus repairs and loaners included... so your couch and your budget can both relax.

From the Alton newsletter, September 9, 2026

Retail chain offering home goods, clothing, electronics & more, plus exclusive designer collections.

Whether you’re craving fresh gourmet popcorn, eyeing candy and specialty foods, or hunting that just-right skillet, Chef's Shoppe packs thousands of kitchen tools and ingredients. Their friendly, trained team will steer you to the good stuff, maybe a new recipe too, so dinner actually feels fun this week.

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 7, 2026