Ames Greenhouse & Antiques

Exotic and Succulent Nursery. Top products: exotic garden plants, tropical succulents, rare foliage. Ames Greenhouse & Antiques, established in 1968 and located in Ames, Iowa, functions as a dual-purpose horticultural and antique retail operation. The business specializes in the cultivation and sale of a diverse array of plant life, with a specific focus on organically grown garden plants and rare tropical succulents. As a family-operated establishment, it caters primarily to local homeowners and plant enthusiasts seeking unique botanical specimens that are not commonly found in large-box garden centers. Their horticultural offerings are characterized by a curated selection of unusual foliage intended to provide aesthetic appeal for interior and exterior garden spaces. Beyond their greenhouse operations, the business integrates a vintage retail component, offering antiques, glassware, and jewelry, creating a specialized shopping environment that merges gardening with collectible goods. They maintain a consistent retail presence in the Story County area, serving the communities of Huxley, Story City, Nevada, and Boone.