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Fancy Free Nursery

4.2 (75 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Diego A.

First time visiting a nursery of this type. Brought my girlfriend because she loves plants. We took our time going around the place a few times, appreciating the crazy variety of plants they have to offer. The woman tending to the store was very nice and helpful. She really seemed to know the ins and outs of plant care, for all these different plant types. She answered every question we threw at her like a pro. Prices seemed reasonable to me. Girlfriend and I bought two bunny ear cacti. Named them Bugs and Lola and they're now sitting on our window ledges. We'll definitely be back!

String of dolphins I purchased a year ago from them that has almost doubled in size.
Karen F.

This has become my favorite plant nursery in the Seminole Heights/DT Tampa/Hyde Park area. They have grown by leaps and bounds since they first opened, and I think they have completely found their groove. First, they have a huge selection. Common plants, rare plants, interesting plants; I always find something cool to purchase. And not just one or two, but multiples of plants to choose from. Second, their prices are reasonable. I have been plant shopping recently, so I was able to compare apples to apples. Third, their plants live! As in, they don't die within a month of owning them, which sadly has not been the case from some of the other stores I've purchased plants at. Tip: They will pot any plant you purchase there if you buy a pot too, and they had an excellent selection of one of a kind pots I haven't seen anywhere else. Free parking, friendly Owner, and plenty of plants to soothe your soul - this is a must visit place.

My new plant
Michele D.

Drove by and made an instant u turn. Although this has been here for a few years now. This was my first time noticing the nursery. I'm so glad I did! It was beautiful and serene inside. All the plants looked amazing and I wanted to take home one of everything. Plants are good for you, scientifically proven to heal people and clean the air. They bring calm and life to any home. I love that they offer interior and exterior design services and the space can be used for small events. I purchased my first plant from here and you can see the great soil they use and the instructions to care for it were clear and simple. They even offered to bring in my pots and they will assist with transplanting. One day I'll have a living wall. This store definitely helps inspire. Definitely brining my family to the shop to pick their plants for their rooms and I can't wait to continue visiting this nursery.

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Marcos M.

Never go to a hardware store garden section AGAIN! Megan was super helpful I told her my budget what I was looking for and now I have my completed hanging plant corner. She even offered to pot them for me if I bought the pots with me! 100% will keep shopping local!

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Michael M.

Awesome small business plant nursery. Extremely welcoming and helpful when asked about different types of plants! Answered all my questions and definitely a trustworthy source. I liked the price I paid for my plant! Will definitely be going back

Marion H.

Sooo Fancy Free Nursery was a hidden gem I found while taking a random scooter ride. I decided to come back this weekend searching for rock based plants which I find stylish. I love the decor of the shop, so fresh. The staff was very friendly and informative. She let me know unfortunately they didn't have any rock base plants in but provided some alternatives. The pricing really depends on what you are looking at. What we bought was reasonable minus the pots. The decorative pots are sold separately and are definitely over priced as I found some on Amazon for much cheaper. What was bought: Two succulent plants $4 each

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Erika C.

Such a beautiful plant shop!! They have such a diverse selection of healthy plants and flowers. The male employee (forgot his name!) but he was super knowledgeable on the plants and how to properly care for them. I was visiting from out of town and purchased several plants and he referred the best plants for my climate back home! Happy customer!

Wesley B.

I never owned a plant in my life, not even a fake one, so I thought I'd try it out. As soon as you walk in here, the first thing you'll notice is the smell. I can't really describe it but it's great - I asked what it was and they said the owner makes it and is thinking about selling it. I'd be his first customer and buy bottles of it. The closest thing I can think of is the smell of Jungle Cruise of Disney. They have a good selection of indoor and outdoor plants. I ended up picking a "Monstera Deliciosa" because it looked cool and had an interesting name. The pink pot I bought with it was more expensive than the actual plant but the whole ensemble seemed to fit together so I went with it. The only thing I didn't like is that the plants come with no instructions on how much lighting or water they need. I tried to Google what do to but 5 different websites say 5 different things. I had to go back and ask and they told me what to do but a little card with how to care for the plant would be better. So far I haven't killed it - it looks like I luckily got the lowest maintenance plant in the store because it literally needs just a dash of sunlight and water once, maybe twice a week.

Sulian W.

Walking in, the one staff member from today, he was very helpful and knowledgeable about the plants that were being told. We walked in and I felt like I was in a forest wonderland. I was so surprised and happy to be there and see what they had at the store. Though I didn't end up buying anything, I was happy to be there. The staff that was at work, he made sure to ask if we needed any help. I felt very welcomed. I will be back one day to buy some plants!

Nadia D.

Plants, plants, more plants.... my husband is worried , because we might need to open a nursery since we have so many plants. hahaha so I decided to visit Fancy Free nursery ... Place is small but fits a lot of variety of plants. Price is generally similar to other places I visited locally. Customer service was very friendly, they offered a mask to anyone who didn't have one. Also they answered few questions I had about lighting situation. They are knowledgable to help you to decorate your home. I do wish the back porch was open when I visited, because I wanted more plants that take a lot of sun. I did purchase one that looks like seaweed.. so cool. it is doing very well and so easy to take care of.

Do NOT get your wedding flowers here. Not only were they completely unresponsive after I paid my deposit, but the bouquets they delivered were not what I ordered. The corsages fell apart before anyone walked down the aisle and the flowers were wilted (see pictures). Asked for white roses with cascading orchids and I truly don't even know what half these flowers were. A couple of friends had to literally go out and buy a new bouquet before the ceremony started because it was so bad. We worked with Taylor who I had to follow up with multiple times to get a response, and after finally getting in touch with what i assume is the owner, Robby, there were promises to make things right. Unfortunately, my coordinator and I have tried reaching out to rectify the situation but shocker, haven't gotten a response.

So much aesthetic and beautiful planfs
Uyen D.

So happy to find this new gem in Seminole heights! This is probably where all plant mothers rejoice and where everyone can enjoy an aesthetically pleasing shop :) They have a variety of tall plants, succulents, hanging plants, cacti, vases - you want it they have it. Also, if you're a novice like myself and need help sprucing (get it?) up your space - their workers are especially helpful. They provided me tips and advice on watering and shade for my newly found plant babies (their name is Todd and figgy)! Make sure to stop by and make the world a better place with more greenery! They have new plants everyday and of course shop local!!

Front of store
Beatrice P.

I drove to Tampa today with the intention of coming to this shop and IKEA. I was very excited because I love visiting little plant shops like this. It was a 2 hour drive. My review is a bit mixed because there were 2 employees working. The woman working was nice, the man was not. I like a lot of people got into house plants as a happy diversion from the past year. I do not know a lot but I am learning. Let me preface this by telling you, I was the only one in the store. I saw a couple of plants I did not recognize, so I asked what they were and if they were related to another plant I was familiar with. I literally asked 2 questions. The man could have just let the woman answer me but instead he snapped at me and acted as if I were an idiot for not knowing what they were. Who knows maybe it is dumb to not know what a calathea fasciata is but I had never seen one before and asked without knowing what it was, if it was an variation on an orbifolia. He got angry with me pointed at an orbifolia on the ground and said "that is an orbifolia". I said. "I know what an orbifolia is, I have one, I was related to it or a variation of one because it seemed similar but the color was different. He then snapped back at me that there are lots of calatheas. The truth is I probably would have spent a lot more money there if he was just nicer. But instead I bought a $14 plant I had already handed to the woman and left. I will not be going back there again.

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Loved the house plants. Enjoyed and bought the plants I needed............ great place for house plants.

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I've visited here so many times. There is always a new selection and the plants are often traveling around the shop. Staff is friendly

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I purchased my first plant from here and you can see the great soil they use and the instructions to care for it were clear and simple.

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