Giving Gardens

Retail nursery and plant grower. Top products: hanging baskets, annuals, perennials, mums, shrubs, tropical plants, vegetables, herbs, succulents, Missouri native plants. Giving Gardens is a retail plant nursery based in Columbia, Missouri, operating as an extension of CMSE, an organization dedicated to providing meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities for over 50 years. The nursery specializes in a diverse range of horticultural products, including annuals, perennials, flowering shrubs, tropicals, succulents, and a variety of herbs and vegetables. In addition to common ornamental choices, the nursery features a selection of native Missouri plants, catering to local residential gardeners and those interested in supporting regional ecosystems. The business operates on a seasonal schedule, offering significant inventory during the primary growing months and hosting seasonal sales. Beyond its retail operations, Giving Gardens serves as a community resource by hosting educational classes and events. Their mission centers on the dual focus of fostering personal growth through inclusive employment and promoting horticultural success for their customers.