The Best Plant Nurseries in NYC

By Jane Olcott , last updated January 21, 2012

When choosing the best plant nursery in New York City, you will want to take into consideration the variety of services offered, the quality of service and the variety of plants available. New York City is home to a wide variety of plant nurseries, so you will have a lot to choose from. No matter what you are looking for in your garden, you are sure to find something that will fit your needs at one of the following plant nurseries.

Chelsea Garden Center

Chelsea Garden Center has been in business since 1984. Chelsea Garden has two locations in Manhattan and one in Brooklyn. They specialize in exotic and tropical plants and orchids for your indoor space. In addition to exotic indoor plants, Chelsea Garden Center offers a variety of ferns and flowers for your outdoor area. You can sign up on their Web site for the latest information on the new plant arrivals and for special deals and coupons.

Plant Shed New York Flowers

Plant Shed New York Flowers is located on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. They are a family-owned plant nursery that has a truly unique selection of plants and flowers. If you are looking for a special plant to give as a gift, then Plant Shed New York Flowers will be the best nursery for your needs.

The nursery is also known for its green practices; they compost all of their plant and floral waste. Plant Shed New York Flowers avoids flower foam that is not biodegradable and all of their plant containers are reusable. Plant Shed is the best nursery for environmentally friendly plant care.

Paradise Plants of New York

Paradise Plants is located in Manhattan and is open seven days a week. Paradise Plants is known for its affordable prices and wide selection of plants. They sell succulents, flowers and orchids, as well as both indoor and outdoor plants. Paradise Plants of New York gives its customers free consultations, complimentary reporting and specialized design services. Paradise Plants has some of the best operating hours in New York City and is only closed on New Year’s Day and Christmas.

Noble Plants

Noble Plants is located in Manhattan. Noble Plants has a small nursery and shop that provide an intimate shopping experience. They walk you through the care instructions for every plant you buy and are known for their affordable prices. For a small fee, Noble Plants will hand-deliver your purchase to your door. Noble Plants is one of the best small nurseries in New York City.

Plantworks

Plantworks is located near Greenwich Village in Manhattan. They have been in business since 1974. They provide plants for commercial, industrial and residential environments and are best known for being able to help their customers with the special growing challenges of New York City.

Gowanus Nursery

Gowanus Nursery is located in Brooklyn and will be opening a new location (also in Brooklyn) in spring 2011. They specialize in unusual annuals, shrubs and perennials. Their staff is knowledgeable in urban gardening and can give you advice on the best plants and techniques for your rooftop or indoor garden.

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