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Grown in Columbus
A RESOURCE CELEBRATING OUR VIBRANT, GREEN-THUMBED COMMUNITY
Grown in Columbus celebrates and promotes the vibrant network of growers, makers, retailers, service providers, educators, community organizers and events in and around Clintonville, Ohio.
The content included here is the result of extensive crowd-sourcing. However — despite our best efforts — we know we haven’t captured everything. As such, we consider this to be a living resource and welcome updates and suggestions, which will be updated here and consulted when producing future print editions. For ease of use, all content is either hyperlinked or contains information about how to learn more.
We've already heard from friends in neighboring communities that there may be interest in producing similar resources for other areas, and we are eager to collaborate if so!
NOTE: Many growers operate from private residential properties. Others are located further out but sell locally. Check links for addresses/details about availability.
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BARTROP PLANTS: Ethically-sourced, locally-grown exotic houseplants.
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CARRION GARDENS: Corpse flowers, carnivores, Ohio-hardy cacti and other weird plants.
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THE GOLDEN LEAF: Houseplants (specialty in African violets).
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INGHAM FLORALS: Urban flower farm offering specialty cut flowers using sustainable, natural practices. Flower subscriptions, custom arrangements and DIY buckets available.
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THE LITTLE FARM STAND: Extensive variety of hard-to-find heirloom seedlings (veggies, melons, herbs, tea), dwarf/patio varieties and potted houseplants.
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SPECIALTY SEEDLINGS: Exotic garlic plus rare and unusual tomato and pepper seedlings (takes requests!).
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SUNBURY URBAN FARM: Huge variety of vegetable and herb seedlings. Sold at the farm and at City Folk's Farm Shop.
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SUNNY GLEN GARDEN: Native plants, pollinators and permaculture.
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SWEETFIRE NURSERY: Exotic peppers (plants, produce, powders), homegrown perennials and houseplants.
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WILD HARE PRAIRIE NATIVE NURSERY: Backyard nursery specializing in native plants grown from seed.
GROWERS FROM FURTHER AFIELD
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A BUSHEL & A PECK PLANT CO: Homegrown succulents, wreaths and mixed planters. (Pataskala)
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BERNADETTE'S FARMACY: Woman-owned and operated micro herb farm focused on creating a safe and healthy space for all. Classes offered privately and through the Columbus Garden School: Growing medicinal plants, baking sourdough bread, herbal wellness, etc. (Pataskala)
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DREAMS OF HOYA: Houseplant grower offering 30+ types of Hoya! For more information, email dreamsofmusicandmakeup@gmail.com. (Southeast side)
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PLANTS N TINGS: Women-owned lounge full of homegrown exotic plants, tea, classes and other locally-made items. Excellent vibes! (Groveport)
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WILD PRAIRIE FLOWER FARM: Small-scale, sustainable and regenerative flower farm. Weddings, events, summer subscriptions designed and delivered.
GROWERS
MAKERS
NOTE: Many makers operate from private residential properties. Others are located further out but sell locally. Check links for addresses/details about availability.
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BIG BAD BOUTIQUE: Locally-forage herbal tea blends, vegan baked goods and body products. Sister business of The Little Farm Stand (listed under "Growers").
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COLUMBUS CONCRETE COLLECTION: Hand-poured planters, vases and vessels.
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COPPER AND NEEDLE: Wire accessories for plants, people and homes.
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LIFESTYLE POTTERY: Pottery shop and studio offering classes and the option to browse in-store items.
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SWEETFIRE NURSERY: Dehydrated pepper powder in a range of heats, spicy (and other) jam, 3D-printed plant pots and accessories.
MAKERS FROM FURTHER AFIELD
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HAVEN HERBS: Clintonville's home-grown community herbalist, educator and founder of Boline Apothecary and Haven Herbs, now relocated to more land! Check out their newsletter!
PLACES
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THE BRASS HAND • 3327 N High St
Gifts, vintage home goods, cacti and easy-to-grow plants, natural skin care and local artisans. -
CITY FOLK'S FARM SHOP • 4760 N High St
Huge variety of homesteading supplies, seeds, seedlings, soil, tools, hub for local growers and a drop-off point for meat/egg subscriptions. -
Volunteer-maintained outdoor space for trading houseplants, landscape plants, seeds and a limited range of related materials.
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COLUMBUS GARDEN SCHOOL • 1350 E Cooke Rd
Wide variety of gardening, practical skills and homesteading classes. -
CRC MIDGARDEN• 619 Midgard Rd
Community garden operated by the Clintonville Community Resource Center. To sign up, email derek.lory@clintonvillecrc.org. -
GoZERO COMPOST STATION • 2855 Indianola Ave - at The Crest
Subscribe online for $10/month. -
INDOOR GARDENS • 4720 Indianola Ave
Hydroponic systems, plant lighting, grow media and indoor gardening supplies. -
OAKLAND NURSERY • 1156 Oakland Park Ave
Wholesale, landscape design and construction, irrigation, tools, gifts, decor, bird feed, annuals, containers, seedlings, perennials and exotics. -
RESIDENTIAL NATIVE GARDEN • 554 Arden Rd
Lovely front-yard native garden open to polite visitors during daylight hours. To contact, email singletonpiano@gmail.com. -
REWASH REFILLERY • 3133 N High St
Soap refinery and sustainable market where people can bring containers to refill. Locally-grown/made items a specialty.
PLACES FROM FURTHER AFIELD
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GAHANA PLANT LIBRARY • 152 Mill St
Old car wash turned into an art gallery and free trade location for all things garden related. Open 24/7. Free houseplants May-October. (Gahanna) -
OHIO HERB CENTER • 110 Mill St
The perfect place to experience the world of herbs — gardening, culinary, aromatic, health and wellness — offering locally-grown products, classes and events. (Gahanna) -
PLANTS N TINGS • 5640 Groveport Rd #4
Women-owned lounge full of homegrown exotic plants, tea, classes and other locally-made items. Excellent vibes! (Groveport) -
WILD'ERB COMPANY • 157 S Main St
Natural skin care and holistic products. (Columbiana)
EDUCATION
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COLUMBUS GARDEN SCHOOL • 1350 E Cooke Rd
Wide variety of gardening, practical skills and homesteading classes. -
THE HARDY CENTER: HOPE GARDEN • 1743 E Lakeview Ave
Youth programs to teach skills like food security and sustainable urban agriculture. -
OVER THE FENCE URBAN FARM • 143 E Dominion Blvd
Farmer and CSA producers loves meeting and interviewing local growers. Excellent blog! -
SUNBURY URBAN FARM • 2140 Sunbury Rd
Educating and inspiring the community about agriculture, nutrition, sustainability and environmental awareness. -
SUNNY GLEN GARDEN • 3507 Sunny Glen Pl
Tours and local information hub for the Connecting Communities Corridor (CCC).
EDUCATORS FROM FURTHER AFIELD
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BACKYARD COLUMBUS
Habitat and backyard education, sustainable living tips and backyard nature photography. (Dublin) -
BERNADETTE'S FARMACY
Woman-owned and operated micro herb farm focused on creating a safe and healthy space for all. Classes offered privately and through the Columbus Garden School: Growing medicinal plants, baking sourdough bread, herbal wellness, etc. (Pataskala)
COMMUNITY
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AGI RISKO
Gardener, groundskeeper, organizer and contact for the Clintonville Hellstrip Gardeners, Torrence Island Summer Concert Series and Clintonville Garden Tour. -
CARE AND SHARE TIME BANK
Organization valuing each person's time by trading strengths. Help where you can, earn credits for what you need. -
THE CARING CLINTONVILLE PROJECT
Hosts plant and bake sale fundraisers. For more information, email melanie.schlosser@gmail.com. -
CCC for PPP
Several locals are working together to create a Connecting Community Corridor for People, Pollinators and the Planet, with an emphasis on native gardens within insect-flying distance. For more information, email sunnyglengarden@gmail.com. -
CLINTONVILLE AREA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (CABA)
Small business owners sharing resources. -
CLINTONVILLE'S GREEN THUMB
Locals trading plant photos (mostly outdoor), advice and encouragement. -
CLINTONVILLE HELLSTRIP GARDENERS
Volunteers help each other transform the strip of lawn between the sidewalk and street into something beautiful and useful. -
CLINTONVILLE PLANT SHARE
House and yard plants shared for free or cheap with pickup in Clintonville only. -
CLINTONVILLE RESOURCE CENTER (CRC)
Hub for social services, local partnerships and healthy community connections. -
COLUMBUS AREA HOMESTEADERS
Information, resources and connections in support of urban farming, chickens, manure, harvest sharing and more. -
COLUMBUS FREECYCLE
Free items (offers and requests). -
FREECYCLE CENTRAL OHIO
Free items (offers and requests). -
JANEEN SANDS
Always interested in local possibilities! Space sharing available for agriculture, solar, tiny houses, micro events. Email at jsands17@att.net. -
SIMPLY LIVING
A local organization connecting people with learning opportunities that promote sustainability, environmental justice and the local economy. -
TRASH NOTHING
Free items (offers and requests). -
URBAN FARM CHURCH
Growing crops/community in North Linden. -
WILD ONES
National organization with local chapter(s) promoting native plants.
COMMUNITY FROM FURTHER AFIELD
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MERION VILLAGE GARDEN TOUR
The 23rd annual garden tour will take place on July 10 and feature 13 gardens, a book signing, local food truck and more. (Merion Village) -
WESTFLORA GARDEN TOUR
WesterFlora began in 1993 and was inspired by the 1992 AmeriFlora international show that was held at Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus. This year will be WesterFlora's 32nd tour. Each year, 10-12 local gardens are selected. WesterFlora is open to the public and free of charge. Westerville Garden Club coordinates the tour. (Westerville)
SERVICES
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CATCH THE WATER
Permaculture landscape design/install. Native plants, rain gardens and water systems. Email at chris@catchthewater.com. -
COLUMBUS FOODSCAPES
Skilled team builds, plants and maintains home vegetable gardens. Raised garden beds are a speciality. -
COLUMBUS LANDWORKS
Sustainable landscaping company dedicated to improving the environment. They provide design and installation of landscapes, rain gardens and bio-swales utilizing Ohio native plants and perform zero-emissions mowing and maintenance services. -
HOLISTIC CONSULTATION
Self-care workshops where participants select a plant, learn about its care and ask mental health and/or plant related questions. -
POLLINATOR GARDENS LLC
Local grower, installer and maintainer of edible and ornamental gardens with heavy focus on ecological health and natives.