Not only are they beautiful, houseplants help improve your focus, lessen symptoms of anxiety, and can help decrease depressive moods. From Burbank to West Adams, there are a plethora of adorable shops to help brighten your home; even if you have a numb thumb. These six little stores will help you and your leafy loved ones grow all year long.
Leaf and Spine – Highland Park – @leafandspine
Tucked away in Highland Park is Leaf and Spine, which is stocked with more rare varieties of plants than anyone. Their instagram is frequently updated with their current inventory, and you’re even allowed to purchase through their stories! Leaf and Spine is the sort of local shop that exists as if it were in a Nora Ephron Rom Com. Open Thursday through Sunday from 11am – 5pm, this is the perfect place to find that special greenery to warm up your home!
The Plant Chica – West Adams – @theplantchica
Owner Sandra Mejia puts her whole heart and soul into The Plant Chica. Sandra grew up helping her mother choose the plants for the church where her father was a pastor. Now that she’s grown, Sandra’s shop showcases wishlist plants, those that aren’t commonly found in your local Home Depot or Lowes. This shop is special. When you meet someone who cares as much as Sandra, supporting her business is a breeze.
Mickey Hargitay Plants – Hollywood – @mickeysplants
The first local plant shop that I found, Mickey Hargitay Plants, has a fantastically huge collection of greenery that will make your head spin. From fiddle leaf figs to ZZ plants, Mickey’s even has a side cactus nursery for those who need something a little less zealous. With their knowledgeable staff, Mickey’s offers Interior Plant Maintenance, where they can send one of their employees to ensure your greenery stays healthy and happy in your home or office.
Sunset Blvd Nursery – Silverlake – @sunsetblvednursery
More suited for those with balconies and front lawn gardens, Sunset Nursery has a stunning exterior patio store. With every perennial and annual that you can dream of, Sunset Nursery even has options of vegetables and herbs for those looking to grow their own food. Looking for indoor options? Not to worry, Sunset Nursery has a back room with a wide variety for you to purchase.
Hashimoto Nursery – West Los Angeles – @hashimoto_nursery
Started by four Japanese brothers in West LA, Hashimoto Nursery has been around for 94 years. Three generations later, they are still family owned and operated,with a delightful selection of outdoor, indoor plants, and even ground covers. Looking for a variety of colors, Hashimoto Nursery has every color for you to choose under the sun. They even have an extensive and high quality pottery selection, with original pieces from Vietnamese, Italian, Egyptian, and Mexican Ceramic Tile.
Tansy – Burbank – @shoptansyla
Shop Tansy is simply electric. While they have a stunning nursery with an array of plants, Shop Tansy also has an eclectic selection of gifts, decor, and cards for every occasion. They offer everything from dinosaur and fairy parties, to succulent and floral arranging classes, and even advise on designing living garden walls. Shop Tansy is the local little gem that you’ll keep returning back to time and time again!
