As the weather gets warmer, and our allergies flare up, let’s cling to the best parts of spring in our city. We’re rounding up places to admire, plant, and pick-your-own blooms this season.
Flower Boys, 702 Lexington Ave.
From this shop in Fountain Fletcher, you can order arrangements, pick your own bouquet from the stem wall, or even attend workshop events to learn how to make your own arrangements.
Digs Garden Center, 1302 Columbia Ave.
This garden center by Heath Outdoor, which popped up just down the street from North Mass Boulder last year, sells flowering perennials, shrubs, trees, mulch, compost, veggies, and supplies. You’ll come for the plants and stay for the vibes.
Rosie’s Gardens, 10402 N. College Ave.
Rosie’s is a full-scale garden center and landscaping company that operates 12+ acres of greenhouses, nursery stock, pottery, fountains, and garden accessories. The nursery offers a selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals.
P&D Flower Farm, 7749 E. 1000 N.
This Indianapolis U-pick flower farm made Yelp’s Top 10 flower farms to visit in 2023. The 10-acre farm allows visitors to make bouquets with everything from sunflowers to coneflowers, prairie gentians, zinnias, and more. Note: The farm usually opens for the season around June.
Watt’s Blooming, 615 Mass Ave.
This independently-owned and operated business has been around since 2002. All floral arrangements are custom made to order + fresh flowers are brought in daily. Watt’s specializes in unique flowers that will help you make a lasting impression on your loved ones.
Avon Gardens, 6259 E. County Road 91 N.
You can stroll the 5+ acres of display gardens that showcase varieties of perennial and annual plants. Visit the garden shop and discover a great selection of perennials, annuals, shrubs, houseplants, garden supplies, gifts, and more. Avon Gardens is hosting its second annual Spring-Palooza on Sunday, May 19 where you’ll find artisans and makers offering handmade wares, lively entertainment, food trucks, garden tours, garden supplies, and flowers for everyone.
Do you have a favorite floral spot that we didn’t mention? Let us know.
Here’s what you said:
“Willow and Star in Nora is awesome! They have fresh stems, gifts, plants, and offer workshops! It’s cool spot! They also do events (parties, weddings, etc.)” — Ashley B.
“Fishers Flower Farm! Mother-daughter owned and it’s the cutest thing ever.” — Melissa S.
“Hello!! One of the largest and longest existing is McNamara Florist... It might be a little more old school BUT if you have massive events or need columns or other furniture in a special events location, they are your florist. Their quality is great. The main store is on Mass Ave in the warehouse district...and other locations scattered among the city. I do love Flower Boys, the vibe in there is incredible!!” — Terry S.
