Gardening Gems: Iowa Greenhouses That Are Worth The Drive
Greenhouses play a crucial role in the agricultural landscape of the midwest. They offer a simple means to overcome environmental challenges and increase crop density, as well as help meet the demands of consumers for fresh, locally-grown produce.
As consumer awareness of the environmental and health benefits of locally grown food and plants continues to grow, greenhouses are becoming an increasingly popular destination for weekend outings.
They’re often warm, visually stunning, peaceful, an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, AND you get to take home unique plants as souvenirs to add to your own garden… What more could you ask for?
Nestled within scenic landscapes, these local greenhouses offer a charming haven for plant enthusiasts. And with a focus on quality products, they’re 100% worth the drive.
Acme Greenhouse
Riceville, Iowa
Aside from their wide variety of mums, this popular greenhouse carries everything from flowers, hanging baskets and vegetable plants to bedding, potting soil and more. They are open annually from April-June and August-October.
Countryside Greenhouse
Orchard, Iowa
Established in 2003, this greenhouse offers a variety of plants including annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, planters, tropicals, vegetable plants, seeds, as well as seasonal selling mums, grasses, and rudbeckia. They are open annually from April-June and August-September, and participate in the Autumn Artistry celebration in Osage each year.
KR Greenhouse
Ionia, Iowa
Offering wholesale flowers and planters at affordable prices, this greenhouse has gained loyal customers that continue to come back year after year. They are open annually from April 1-June 15 and August 15-October 15.
Martin Garden Center
New Hampton, IA
This garden center’s extensive selection boasts trees and bushes of diverse varieties, while a lush greenhouse blooms with an abundance of plants and flowers. Beyond flora, visitors can explore the charming gift shop, stocked with garden essentials catering to all ages. Not only that, but families with young children can also delight in the on-site play area — making it an inclusive destination for all.
Otto’s Oasis
Charles City, Iowa
Serving the area since 1915, Otto’s Oasis is committed to offering the finest fresh floral arrangements, gifts, home and garden décor. Not only do they have the best selection of plants in the area, but they also carry an extensive line of nursery products and provide exceptional landscape services.
Reiff's Farm Stand
Floyd, Iowa
Located on 15 acres, this family-owned farm carries garden decor, tropical plants, house plants, veggie plants, fresh in-season produce and fall mums. Since opening their doors in 2014 they have expanded to over 12,000 square feet of retail space and twice that with growing space. They are open annually from April-October.
Rose Arbor Greenhouse
Vista, Iowa
From vibrant mums and elegant hanging baskets to enduring perennials, the selection at Rose Arbor Greenhouse is a testament to their passion for horticulture. Their offerings extend beyond flowers to include a variety of vegetables and bedding plants — catering to both seasoned gardeners and those just beginning their plant journey.
Stillwater Greenhouse
Orchard, Iowa
Since 1999, this local greenhouse has been drawing in people from not only Mitchel county, but the surrounding areas as well. They have a large variety of mums and a wide selection of high-quality and naturally grown greenhouse plants and vegetables. They are open annually from April-October.
Sunny Brook Flowers
Charles City, Iowa
If you’re on the hunt for annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, air plants, house plants, hanging baskets, tropicals or succulents, look no further! Shop 800+ arrangements full of color and beauty every year from April-June.
Underwood Greenhouse
Charles City, Iowa
Underwood Greenhouse offers fairy garden accessories, air plants, pottery, plants, herbs, perennials, roses, hanging baskets, custom containers, shrubs, tropicals and more. In the fall, they also sell mums and pumpkins. They are open annually from April 1-July 15 and August 15-October 15.
Vintage Lane Greenhouse
Riceville, Iowa
Since 2007, Vintage Lane has offered a variety of seasonal container design services designed to meet the needs of all their customers and budgets. Nestled on a wooded acreage, this year-round greenhouse features a gift shop that will make all of your botanical dreams come true.
Windy Hill Perennials
Alta Vista, Iowa
Windy Hill Perennials has a beautiful selection of plants, gift items, garden decor, and fairy garden supplies. Luke and Ethel Oberholtzer, along with their six children, grow aquatic plants, perennials, annuals, tropicals, houseplants, succulents, vegetables, herbs, air plants, hanging baskets, planters and more. They are open annually from April-October.
Windy Ridge Greenhouse
Elma, Iowa
From beautiful hanging baskets and lush flowers to their large selection of herbs, planters, perennials and more, this greenhouse has sparkling reviews for having great products and affordable prices. They are open every spring and fall.
Zimmerman’s Greenhouse & Produce
Alta Vista, Iowa
Find a large selection of hanging baskets, bedding plants, vegetable plants, herbs and beautiful mums in the fall and farm fresh produce, beans, strawberries, corn, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers and cabbage, during the summer. You can even enjoy baked goods on Fridays and Saturdays while you shop!
Looking to enhance your living space with nature’s beauty? Be sure to add these greenhouses to your next road trip itinerary. Not only do they offer a charming haven for plant enthusiasts, but we stand behind their commitment to quality.
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