Shop ’til You Drop At the Flower Show

When you think about the Philadelphia Flower Show, what do you imagine? Do you think of simply strolling amongst beautiful flowers and literally stopping to smell the roses? Maybe you’ve heard of the extravagant, Hollywood-inspired displays at this year’s show and are looking forward to feasting your eyes on all the prettiness. Little do you know, however, that there is so much more than bud-gazing to do at the Flower Show. Namely, there is some outstanding shopping!Spread over 10 acres, the show is sprawling and massive!  The Flower Show Marketplace is the home to some 180 merchants peddling wares both for and inspired by the garden.

At the Flower Show Marketplace visitors have the chance to shop their hearts out.

First of all, it makes sense that you can buy things for your garden at the show. There are flowers for sale, including the brand new geranium varietal called “Ice Queen.” Looking to grow some kitchen spices like mint or nutmeg? You can buy them here, along with cute little pots in which to plant them. British designer Gaze Burvill will be present with some gorgeous oak garden furniture, perfect for taking a long moment to admire the fruits of your hard work gardening. There is an official garden bag and gloves, necessities that any gardener needs. Need help cultivating your green thumb? There are plenty of gardening guide books available.

That’s far from all, though. There are plenty of goods for sale that honor this year’s show theme, “Celebrate the Movies.” The show’s official scarf is for sale, as well as all sorts of delights reflecting the glamor and elegance of the silver screen. Lavish jewelry, antique botanical prints, herbal medicines and soaps, and clothing printed with natural designs are all available.