In the heart of Ponsonby, on an unassuming street corner you'll find a local gem purveying the finest of indoor and outdoor plants, knick knacks and all the rest. The owner/operator Richard really knows his stuff and is happy to help you pick something that's right for you. Richard's motto is don't call, just call in!

These guys stock everything you could possibly want plant wise: from a wide selection of beautiful bonsai trees, to ornamental stones and 3 foot tall cactuses, it's all here. So next time you're in the area pop in and check out what the fuss is about at this iconic local plant centre.

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Plants
Bonsai
Pots
Garden supplies

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I live about 5 minutes walk down the road from this place and it has become a fortnightly ritual to pop down and grab a new, plant to bring home an slowly kill it (I'm horrible at looking after plants). These guys are awesome though, first of all they help me pick out the perfect bonsai, shrub or cactus. Then they are always happy to help me out when I bring it back in a sorry state asking for advice on how to revive the poor thing. Always a pleasure popping in to see the guys even if it's just for a quick yarn; I won't go anywhere else!

I adore this tiny wee corner garden centre sitting proudly alongside the Dizengoffs and Noshs of the world. It's a step back in time, shopping in a tiny independent local rather than a big bright garden centre. Quality plants and some great little gifts hidden on the shelf at good price points. Sadly the wonderfully kind Leslie who owned and operated Ponsonby's very own plant centre for years has recently sold. (She once snuck a glass reindeer my young son had been admiring into my handbag when he wasn't looking. 'Add it to the Santa sack' , she whispered with a twinkle in her eye.) Her presence is missed but I am pleased to report the new owners are wisely retaining the charm. One to support inner city dwellers - use it or lose it.

A delightful selection of plants for indoors and out, thoughtfully presented in the middle of Ponsonby.

The lady working in the shop was very nice and helped me find exactly what I was looking for.

This a great little garden centre on Ponsonby road. It’s surprising how much variety they manage to fit into such a small space - they have a good selection of fruit trees, veg, all kinds of seedlings, potted flowers and some unusual succulents. Like all nurseries, they change out their selection constantly, but it's more noticeable because this one is so tiny and intimate.  From week to week, different plants will dominate the displays - last time I visited it was heavy on the roses, I went yesterday and the emphasis has moved on to pansies and daisies... I love that. The price is way better than you’d expect from Ponsonby road - the plants are all reasonably priced and in beautiful condition.

I dropped in on Saturday whilst on a casual stroll with a friend. If I had a garden I might have left with half the shop! Visibly vibrant from the roadside, this little gem of Ponsonby can go amiss as you zip down Ponsonby Road. But do take the time this spring/summer to pop along and check out their stunning selection of thriving plants.