Sabtu, 15 November 2014

Pipkin’s Market My Lunchtime Destination

There are a number of places where I like to spend my lunch, on the days I actually leave for lunch that is. There is a park not too far down the road, a few coffee shops, but hands down, my favorite lunchtime destination is Pipkin’s Market in Blue Ash. Pipkin’s plants are always healthy, the staff is very knowledgeable and kind and the variety of plants is impressive. I love that I can buy plants in smaller containers; not only is it more cost effective but the smaller pots are far easier to transport to my gardens at Ault Park.

I can share that in the five years I have been buying plants at Pipkin’s, not once has a plant failed me. Never. Obviously a good selection of healthy plants is most important but what I am beginning to appreciate more and more is the way in which a garden center displays their plants and accessories.


The design of a garden center or nursery can inspire as well as educate customers. What plants go well together? How can I create a fun, relaxed look for my garden or how can I create a formal garden that is tidy and lush at the same time? The better garden centers have plants arranged, if not planted in display gardens, to illustrate better garden design ideas. And there is something to be said for getting to know the design sensibility of the person from whom you buy your plants.

Pipkin’s has a great selection of pots, their Fairy Garden display is simply charming and at the end of each isle is displayed a great plant combination for bed and container gardening.

As soon as the weather breaks you will find me checking out the garden area, looking to see what has arrived. The sight of the first pansies makes me a bit giddy!

And when the kids (I mean new plants) are safely secured in the car, it’s time to head inside to the market for fresh fruits and veggies and select grocery items and of course a a bit of gourmet chocolate. What plant shopping venture is complete without dark chocolate?
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