Hunted and Found in Bonita Springs Florida

Recently, I took a cruise down Hickory Blvd., swooped into Kings Kew and found the most impressive mailbox flower.  Long story, short: I posted the flower image on Flickr and was told it was a Passiflora, a Passion Flower.  It bubbled for a few weeks until last Sunday I decided to drive up to Driftwood Garden Center in Estero, Florida.

I knew this wasn’t a “job” for Home Depot or Lowes.  I needed pro’s.  I walked in the door of Driftwood Garden Center and knew I was on the right track.  First of all, there was help and lots of it.  I was in the store less than 30 minutes and asked if I needed help several times.  A helpful employee showed me right where the Passiflora was located as he explained how many varieties were available, how to care for them, what they like, don’t like … and such on the way.

They had “my” flower, just the one I was looking for. Just like the one at Kings Kew! [And maybe like Dawn’s in Bradenton]

There is back history with me *trying* to be a gardener.  I hope I don’t kill it. The plant specialist at Driftwood Garden Center thought it was hearty enough even for someone as inept as me.

By the way, the store has more than plants.  I saw tons of stuff that would be great gift ideas for anyone.

Here are a few images from around Driftwood Garden Nursery:

  

If you’re looking for your own Passiflora to beef up your own home or garden go to Driftwood Garden Center in Estero, Florida.  Here’s a map to Driftwood and their address:

http://www.driftwoodgarden.com 

20071 S Tamiami Trail, Estero, FL 33928

(239) 947-9676