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Top Spots To Buy Gardening Supplies In South Florida

A garden is a living canvas for creative play. From a single herb on your kitchen counter to hydroponics, gardening can bring you such joy. South Florida's climate is very indusive to this hobby. But you are going to need the right supplies, and the right plants to pull off exactly the look and feel you are aiming for in your garden. So, try the spots below to buy gardening supplies in South Florida.
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Flamingo Road Nursery

1655 Flamingo Road
Davie, FL 33325
(954) 476-7878
flamingoroadnursery.com

Flamingo Road Nursery and Farmers Market is a local favorite. This family-friendly spot carries the essentials such as gardening tools and every type of greenery. You will find a variety of shrubs, hedges, fruit trees and palm trees. After you're finished planting, make your space special with pottery, furniture and fountains galore. What sets Flamingo Road Nursery apart is their year-round Farmers Market, Sweet Shop famous for smoothies, juices, fresh baked pies and an authentic Southern BBQ with live music!

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Florida Nursery Mart

10900 Griffin Road
Cooper City, FL
(954) 689-0791
www.flnurserymart.com

Florida Nursery Mart has a huge inventory. You can purchase a variety of grasses, shrubs, shade plants or vines. Fruit bearing plants and trees are plentiful, so you can not only make sure your yard looks pretty, but yields pickable fruit during certain months of the year. What a treat! The supply everything from dragon fruit cactus to bananas trees. This a family owned business knowledgeable in all things botanical.

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Galloway Farm Nursery

7790 SW 87th Ave.
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 274-7472
www.gallowayfarm.com

Galloway Farms is a complete garden center. In addition to a variety of plants and shrubs, they also carry an extensive rose variety. The nursery offers a landscaping and waterscaping services, so if you have an idea how you want your garden to look but need some help to achieve that image, these are just the folks to visit. Galloway's offers a free consultation with purchase.

Related: Top Farmer's Markets Near South Florida 

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Oasis Garden

8200 W 33rd Ave. Bay
Hialeah , FL 33018
(305) 819-3675
www.oasisgardenhydroponics.com

Oasis garden is a bit different from the average garden center. They specialize in hydroponics, which is a method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solution in water without soil. Oasis provides hydroponics equipment, lighting, nutrients, media and other cultivation supplies. They carry everything you need for a complete organic garden. Want to try something a little bit different? Hydroponics may be just the right choice for you!

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Living Color Garden Center

3691 Griffin Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
(954) 985-8787
www.livingcolorgardencenter.net

Living Color Garden Center is over five acres of plants, outdoor seating, garden supplies and accessories. All their plants are grown locally at the Black Olive East Nursery. They also carry statues and fountains, and there is nothing like the relaxing sound and peaceful ambiance of having some flowing water in your yard. They specialize in themed gardens, including Asian, Topiary, Bahamian, Coastal, Fragrant and Native themes.

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