The Plant Store Opens in Capitol Hill, Adding a Green Touch to Seattle.
As residents in Seattle eagerly await the arrival of a vibrant pink block, a new green spot has emerged on Pine Street. The Plant Store, which focuses on plants, terrariums, moss gardens, and workshops, celebrated its grand opening over the weekend. The store is located near the original Lil Woody’s burger joint, between the Cheese Room and the soon-to-open Voodoo Doughnuts, marking a fresh addition to the neighborhood.
Miles Jonard, the owner of The Plant Store, has moved his business from White Center to this more visible location. Now situated on Pine Street, the shop is expected to attract hundreds of daily visitors traveling between Capitol Hill and downtown Seattle.
Jonard holds a Master of Science in Horticulture from Ohio State University and previously worked in the commercial cannabis industry before launching The Plant Store five years ago. In a candid statement about the shop’s crowdfunding campaign for the new location, Jonard mentioned he is also beginning a new chapter in his personal life on Capitol Hill. With this move, The Plant Store is set to thrive in its new home.
Live plant shops cater well to the densely populated Capitol Hill area, where residents seek to incorporate more greenery into their lives. However, the performance of similar stores has been inconsistent. Last year, some closures affected several plant shops, including Glasswing, which will continue offering plants and supplies at its Melrose Market location after shutting down its E Olive Way greenhouse. The space that once housed the greenhouse is now occupied by Bonito Café y Mercadito.
The Plant Store now occupies the former Raven Hair Salon space. Earlier this year, it was reported that Cheese Room opened in the former location of the beloved Capitol Hill Italian restaurant, Machiavelli.
The property is managed by the San Francisco-based real estate company Prado Group, which purchased the building for $5 million in 2022. The most notable change is yet to come. The corner of Pine and Minor has been painted “Voodoo pink” in preparation for Voodoo Doughnuts, which has faced delays due to extra construction work, including the installation of a ramp and a demising wall.
Meanwhile, The Plant Store is thriving, with indoor grow lighting illuminating the shop amid Seattle’s autumn light.
Jonard attributes the store’s success to its focus on quality plants, fair prices, and community engagement. Every weekend, the shop gives away free roses, stating, “Everyone deserves a rose; everyone deserves to feel good about themselves.”
“Our goal has always been to share our passion for plants with people. We carefully select high-quality plants for our customers,” Jonard explained. “We ensure the plants are healthy and free from pests or disease. We want our customers to succeed with their plants, not to leave with a rehabilitation project.”
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