About
" It's a nursery first, with rows of trees, shrubs, flowers, succulents, and house plants filling the greenhouses, but the fish section has earned a devoted community of its own, and customers say the aquariums are genuinely fun to sit and watch. For Williston-area hobbyists, this is a real local fish store. Freshwater fish and live aquarium plants are for sale in Williston, ND, and the planted-tank side is a true specialty — several reviewers come specifically for plants for their aquariums.
The guidance is the draw: one parent recounts how a staff member walked them through setting up their son's first tank, recommending compatible fish, food, and eventually an albino algae eater once they were ready to expand. Another hobbyist setting up a hydroponics aquarium says they were helped to find exactly the right fish rather than sold a pile of unnecessary gear. Staff members Andy (also called Andrew) and Lyle get named again and again for their deep knowledge of both plants and fish, happy to spend time teaching customers before they leave.
If something isn't in stock, regulars say you only need to ask and the team will work to track it down. Beyond the livestock and plants, Handy Andy's runs classes that reviewers describe as fun and full of information, and the greenhouses themselves are warm and welcoming — a resident tuxedo cat named Oreo has even been known to greet visitors on duty. 9-star average across more than 250 reviews, this Williston garden center fills a real gap for fishkeepers, and many clearly come back month after month.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Handy Andy's Nursery in Williston, ND
Handy Andy's Nursery stocks aquarium plants and freshwater fish for sale in Williston, ND. As a fish store serving Williston, ND, it also offers aquarium consultations.
- Livestock & products
- Live PlantsPlanted Tanks
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Freshwater fish and live aquarium plants for sale in Williston, ND, with a standout planted-tank selection
- Staff Andy (also called Andrew) and Lyle named repeatedly for patient, knowledgeable plant and fish guidance
- Hands-on help setting up first tanks — compatible fish, food, and an albino algae eater for growing setups
- Educational classes reviewers call fun and informative; resident tuxedo cat Oreo greets visitors
- 4.9-star average across 250+ reviews; staff will track down hard-to-find plant and fish items on request
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Staff was well informed. Trees were very healthy. Well taken care of, the few that were under the weather were not for sale. Extremely pleased with my visit. The increased cost was well worth the return value.”
— David Donnelly5.02 weeks ago“Love the owners very nice people. Such a cozy little spot. Whenever I meet new people I always talk about this quaint little spot. Like a fairy garden I say. They also have classes you can take.”
— Ceanna Falcon5.0a month ago“They have a huge selection of plants, of which I know nothing about, luckily the staff there know more than enough for me to help me pick out plants for my wife.”
— Dustin Church5.0a month ago“I needed to replace an orchid that I was taking care of for someone else. Handy Andy's had a beautiful selection! He even transplanted it into the old pot that I had brought! Best selelection and service! 10/10 recommend 👌”
— Nicole Schueler5.0a month ago“Love Handy Andies such a beautiful place to visit with a wide variety of plants for both indoor and out. Summer they offer fresh tomatoes and peppers that you can buy off the vine. Or even buy your own to plant at home. Beautiful selection at all times.”
— Melissa Musial5.02 months ago“I always love seeing all the plants! The aquariums are also fun to sit and watch. I love the variety of house plants and quizzing Andrew on my plant issues. Can’t wait for more “collector plants”!”
— Kura Dee Grindeland5.02 months ago“I got so excited at the selection I wet my plants...”
— Hunter Deerman5.03 months ago“I love all the plants they have, the environment, how nice the people are. I love everything.”
— Jenna Michels5.02 months ago“Handy Andy's is the best shopping place for fish and plants. There were things we couldn't get at other stores that were at Handy Andy's. Very nice knowledgeable people! I couldn't be happier!”
— Mary Biegler5.02 months ago“Very nice place. It has a great selection of different types of plants and also very good customer service. Thank you.”
— Tony Cagle5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (701) 572-6083 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Handy Andy's Nursery.