The Botanist: A Shopper's Guide

Why You Should Visit

• A Charming and Inspiring Atmosphere: You'll find a cute, small store packed with a diverse selection of plants and other interesting items. The space is welcoming and "feels great," creating a lovely shopping experience.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Shoppers can expect friendly, genuinely cheerful, and helpful staff. The team, including the owner Meaghan, is known for being welcoming, knowledgeable, and going the extra mile. Some stores even have store Chihuahuas that greet you!
• Diverse Plant Selection: The location offers a wide variety of plants, including conversation pieces, common varieties, some rare finds, orchids, and even carnivorous plants.
• Expert Knowledge and Advice: The owner, Meaghan, and the staff are very knowledgeable about plants and offer advice on care and re-potting. They are upfront about the plant's requirements.
• Convenient Online and In-Store Options: The store is both online and in-store, offering flexibility. You can check inventory online or via social media and reserve items.
• Wedding and Event Services: You can commission custom floral arrangements. The team excels in creating unique and beautiful bouquets, boutonnieres, and table flowers.
• Wide Range of Products Beyond Plants: Beyond the plants, the store offers an eclectic collection of gifts, including soaps, candles, books, cards, artwork, gems, decorative pots, and "witchy stuff." They also sell potting mix and fertilizers.
• Excellent Plant Quality: You'll find healthy plants. Online orders are packaged well, and plants arrive in good condition, even after long-distance shipping. Plants shipped in pots are a standard practice.
• Inexpensive Options: You can find plants at affordable prices, even under $5, for testing out if you have a green thumb.
• Same-Day Delivery: The Botanist offers same-day delivery service, even within 30 minutes.
• Welcoming to All Plant Enthusiasts: The store caters to all levels, from beginners to experienced plant lovers.

Why You Might Consider Alternatives

• Limited Size: The store is described as small, so the selection, while diverse, might be limited compared to larger nurseries.
• Online Ordering Required (For Some): You may need to order online to get the plants, and there is only a few locations in Calgary.
• Possible Roadblocks: Parking can be done beside the store or in the alley, as long as you are not blocking anything.