American Clay Works & Supply Company, aka ACW Supply, has been servicing growers since 1893. That is not a typo. Back in the 1800’s we were a clay pot manufacturer. Up until plastic molding became commonplace (in horticulture starting in the 1950’s and really getting traction in the 1970’s) clay pots were the container people would use to hold plants. Our machinery was installed by the founder, Clarence Montague, and we had a team of machinists that would tool parts, as well as a staff engineer, that kept these stamps and belts running until 1983 when we closed the clay pot factory and covered our land with warehouse space. Since that time we have been dedicated to distribution of horticultural and agricultural products. Our lines have changed over time to suit the needs of the customer as well as to keep up on new technologies in everything from automation to biological controls and now, even high tech organic fertilizers. We are constantly working with manufacturers to bring in new products which you should see updates on the right side Instagram Feed, which also is duplicated to our Facebook Page. This site contains our most recent catalog, which is a treasure trove of information including charts with Exhaust Fan CFM’s, lists of products and their benefits, sizes of various containers and, of course, all of the products we were carrying at the time it was developed. Also, visit our Instagram and/or Facebook pages. We are always posting about new products, different sales we have happening and many times funny or ridiculous things happening with us or in relation to a product. If you have any questions about our products please let us know. The Contacts Page includes email addresses of our Sales Staff who would be happy to get you pricing or information. Thank you for visiting our site and happy growing!
Amendment – September 2025 –
We are all seeing the effects of the economy and with this more difficult decisions are having to be made about our businesses and how we operate. We have felt this impact, from the fire we suffered from (and are still waiting for our building to be back online) almost 3 years ago to the tariffs and general higher prices that come with inflation. We would ask that you make sure to look at your Local Small Businesses when you are deciding to purchase products and services. We are a small company, and we would love to be around 132 more years from now, but to do that we need your help. We know you have choices for everything you buy, and we appreciate being a part of that decision. Buying from Amazon, or even our very large multi-State competitors does not help your neighbors like shopping at ACW Supply does. Please also keep this in mind when you purchase your plant materials, outdoor living supplies and holiday decor. The Mom and Pop Garden Centers we all grew up with are fewer and fewer every year. The Big Box Stores are taking market share away from your hard working neighbors and the money goes to their investors – in to marketing to remind you to keep shopping at their place, not to improve the roads, education and general lives of the people you interact with every day. If you are at the grocery store and you see tomatoes from one of our local growers I ask that you support them over the products from Mexico that are typically cheaper, but also lack the flavor and nutrition that your vine ripened local growers provide. It is worth the extra $0.50 per lb! I know convenience outpaces most decisions in what and how we buy, but maybe ACW Supply is not inconvenient. We can deliver and ship things just like the other guys, and you will find that we will go out of our way to get you the information and quality of product that you will not find elsewhere. I just mentioned in our Instagram post today that we will actually sell you product your order today. You can come in and walk away with product. We have a couple of competitors in the Denver Area, and that is not the case with them. Sounds like a small thing, maybe – but if we are a small percentage more expensive (and we are not on most items) it is probably worth a couple dollars to have a company that might be more like you. Try to remember to support your local small businesses. We will not be here to support if you do not. If you are reading this, your probably already are a supporter, and I thank you for taking the time to read through and remind yourself of this very important issue.
Thank you!