Guides
Articles on rare plants, specialty nurseries, and the curated shop directory.
Shopping guide
The best rare exotic plant shops in the USA
A curated overview of where to find rare and exotic plant retailers nationwide — and how The Leaf List verifies specialty shops.
Shopping guide
How to find authentic specialty plant nurseries near you
Practical tips for spotting real specialty nurseries versus general garden centers, and using directories you can trust.
Shopping guide
How to search for specialty plant vendors: a complete guide
Search strategies, filters, and red flags when hunting for rare, tropical, and specialty plant sellers online and locally.
The Leaf List
The Leaf List vs other plant shop directories
What makes a plant-focused directory different from generic maps and review sites — and why curation matters for collectors.
For shops
How much does it cost to sell plants online? A guide for shops
A high-level look at shipping, packaging, platforms, and marketing costs for specialty plant retailers selling online.
Shopping guide
Which websites list rare plant retailers?
A survey-style overview of where rare plant shops get discovered today — marketplaces, social platforms, and niche directories.
Shopping guide
How to find local shops selling rare tropical plants
City-level search tips, seasonal buying, and how to verify a shop before you make the trip for rare tropicals.