About Us

Foliage plants, spectacular topiaries, blooming pot plants, and much more from over 150 growers shipped directly to Interiorscapers, Garden Centers, Wholesale Greenhouses, and Florists. Blooming tropicals, Bromeliads, Orchids, and specimen plants, plus all the basics, and AquaMate portable watering systems. Our professional sales team has over 75 years combined experience. Put us to work for you.

MARGARET HICKS
President & CEO

Margaret found her calling when she started working for Charlie Cook Associates, Inc. in the summer of 1984. With her willingness to learn and the opportunity to move up in the company, Margaret began selling plants in 1990. After twenty-one years in sales, she purchased the company as of January 1st, 2011 and assumed the role of President and CEO.

CAROLYN CURTIS
Bookkeeper

Carolyn’s chosen career path, accounting, has taken her to the restaurant industry, the retail industry, and currently the horticultural industry. Variety is the spice of life and there has definitely been variety with the companies she has been employed with. She came on board with Charlie Cook Associates, Inc. in November of 1999. Carolyn totally enjoys all aspects of accounting, which blends well with her passion for gardening and plants. It’s a journey of many interesting people and a privilege to be able to work with and help each of you.

KENZIE BALLARD
Senior Sales Associate

Kenzie has been with the company since September 2011 and recently made her way into sales. With her bubbly personality and hard work ethic she hopes to expand her knowledge within the business.

JEANNE ANNE WEIR
Senior Sales Associate

Jeanne Anne started with Charlie Cook Associates in August 2014. New to the horticultural industry, she has learned quickly & has become a vital part of our team. She is always looking to help our customers with their plant needs.

EMELY IVILL
Sales/Marketing Assistant

Emely is a transplant from Homestead Florida where many of our nurseries are located, she has family in the industry which referred her to us and we are very happy that she is here.  She handles all of our marketing as well as assisting in sales and bookeeping.