Plant shops in Iowa

Plant shopping in Iowa: common questions

How many plant shops are there in Iowa?

We list 46 independent plant shops, nurseries and garden centers across 33 cities in Iowa: 27 garden centers, 13 nurseries, 5 greenhouses, 1 plant shop. Big-box garden departments are excluded.

Which cities in Iowa have the most plant shops?

Ames (3), Cedar Rapids (3), Ankeny (2), Cedar Falls (2), Dubuque (2). Between them they account for 12 of the 46 listings in Iowa.

Where can I buy houseplants in Iowa?

1 of the 46 Iowa listings are indoor-plant specialists rather than general garden centers, including Moss Plant Shop in Cedar Rapids. Many nurseries and garden centers also keep a houseplant section.

What do Iowa plant shops specialise in?

The most common specialisms across Iowa are trees & shrubs (3), cut flowers (2), houseplants (1).

Are Iowa listings kept up to date?

14 of the 46 Iowa listings carry a phone number or website, so details can be checked directly. Listings come from open data and are not inspected by us — shops close and hours change, so call ahead before travelling.

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