Community Spotlight The Island Garden Shop
Before the rise of supermarkets, delivery services, and fast food, gardens were an essential part of anyone’s living space. While most of us may not rely on our green thumbs to put food on the table anymore, plants still play a vital role in our health and happiness.
Plants not only improve the quality of air around us, but they also improve many people’s quality of life. A garden or green space can be a place of meditation or contemplation, a place of rest or solace, or just an excuse to get out and get some fresh air.
In fact, the benefits of spending time around nature and working with plants have long been recognized by cultures around the world. For instance, in Japanese culture, the practice of “Shinrin-yoku” or ‘“forest bathing” is thought to drastically improve mental health.
Whatever the function, there’s space for enjoying green space in everyone’s lives, and The Island Garden Shop is here to help.
About The Island Garden Shop
Since their grand opening in 2018, the Island Garden Shop has made it their business to bring all things gardening to the community of Gulfport, MS. Their wide selection of plants, planters, gifts, and outdoor/indoor accessories paired with their friendly and knowledgeable service has earned them a stellar reputation.
Whether you’re scraping royal grounds or Nana’s back yard, their variety of plants, shrubs, and trees is curated to suit every landscape and every sensibility.
Plant Selection at The Island Garden Shop
For those looking to add a little color to their outdoor space, they carry stunning and relatively low-maintenance flowers such as Lady Banks roses or Katrina climbing roses.
Looking for a long-term relationship with your landscaping? The Island Garden Shop carries a variety of trees and shrubs including specialty trees from the Silver Dollar eucalyptus to fig trees. For those looking to start a vegetable garden, they offer a wide selection of seasonal fruiting plants such as San Marzano tomato vines.
Ready to start a garden or spruce up the patio? The Island Garden Shop carries a variety of planters including Italian terracotta, glazed clay, lava stone, and fiberglass. Fiberglass and lava stone are both durable and lightweight, making them perfect for those who habitually rearrange or have plants that require regular relocation.
For a wholesome taste of home, The Island Garden Shop also carries offerings from local farmers such as locally raised pork or beef and locally grown Ponchatoula strawberries.
Green Thumbs Up
Whether you’re an aspiring green thumb, landscaper, master gardener, or full-on botanist, The Island Garden Shop is the mom-and-pop garden depot for you. Be sure to stop by and let their skilled and personable staff help you find the perfect fit for your yard, home, or business. While you’re there, don’t forget to grab some delicious local produce to take home with you!
Want to stay in the loop? Visit their Facebook for a wealth of plant and horticultural knowledge, offerings from local produce and animal farmers, and new inventory updates.
