Hey folks! I'm a newbie in the gardening world and have dabbled in growing vegetables previously, but I'm looking to kick things up a notch by starting my own garden—particularly one with a gothic twist. I'm curious about where everyone gets their seeds or plants aside from the typical home improvement stores like Home Depot or Lowe's. Are there any specific websites or local sources you recommend? Just to clarify, I'm not looking for anything illegal or dangerous, just some cool plants with black leaves since I haven't found any in stores. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
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I like Seed Savers Exchange and Prairie Moon for both veggies and native plants. If you're into bulbs like tulips, White Flower Farm has some great options. You might also find unique plants at local gardening sales, which are perfect for discovering those gothic gems—like white baneberry, which is super goth! Just keep an open mind about the vibe you want!
For a wider variety of seeds, try rareseeds.com (Baker Creek Heirloom). Plus, harvesting your own seeds each year can help you adapt them to your particular environment over time—just keep an eye out for any goth native plants that might fit your criteria!
You should definitely check out small growers on Etsy! I had a black veggie garden a couple of years ago that included a 5-foot skeleton and black garden arches with solar lights—it was amazing! While I didn't find any black-leafed plants, there are definitely goth vibes to be had! Also, look for local sellers who might have unique offerings that suit your theme. They might even have plants better suited for your area.