Sources for House Plants
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Finding and selecting good house plants is similar to selecting good produce. A local source either specializes or takes the necessary steps to do a good job in providing either. As far as I know, AUTOZONE does not sell plants and that probably works out well for both the consumer and the provider. However, plants can be purchased from practically every major big box and full service grocery store in the country.
In the past, and to a certain extent today, the big box stores developed reputations for providing poor quality plant material, much of which was a direct result of improper handling, storage and care after the plants had been delivered to the store. Savvy buyers learned to meet the delivery trucks thereby having a selection of the freshest, undamaged material.
Recognizing this problem, stores such as Home Depot and Lowes have taken measured steps to improve the way they handle and deliver house plants to the consumer. One can now find shade-tolerant tropicals under shade-providing structures, whereas in the past, many a low-light plant was left to burn in the full sun.
Perhaps suitable plants can be obtained from larger florists or garden centers that often staff these specialty departments with experienced personnel. You will also find larger floor plants at these locations as the selection of six-foot-tall plants is limited at the box stores and practically nonexistent at the grocer. A beautiful, healthy plant belongs in a watertight planter, selected with the same care as one selects their furniture. The specialty store can likely either provide or order a planter to suit your needs.
The ultimate source for your plants would be the professional interiorscaper. They are the persons most experienced with making the right plant selection with regard to proper environment, design, and ongoing care. While not all interiorscapers sell directly to the consumer, it is worth asking. You can find a local professional online or perhaps your office already has a plant service and you then can ask your Service Technician about the services their company provides.
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Keep it Green and Healthy!
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