Charlie Thigpen’s Garden Gallery

Specialties

More than a garden shop, we are a destination for inspiration! We’ve created a sanctuary of soothing sights and sounds in our courtyard garden and adjacent shop. Both are filled with beautiful plants, water features, home décor, local art and gifts for all occasions.

We are happy to offer expert advice on plants and gardening and every staff member goes the extra mile in customer service.

We create unique plant arrangements using live orchids, ferns, pothos and other seasonal blooming plants, and we deliver throughout the Birmingham area. We also offer beautiful floral arrangements, working with local floral artist and event specialist, Suzanne Martenson. Let us help with your next special occasion!

History

Established in 2009.

He did it! In 2009 Charlie took a deep breath and jumped, making a mid-​career leap into Charlie Thigpen’s Garden Gallery, a shop that is more than a garden center or art gallery. It is the brick and mortar incarnation of a longtime dream, one borne of life experience as well as life’s passion.

For over 20 years, Charlie orchestrated the refined and naturalistic plantings that distinguished the campus of Southern Progress Corporation where Southern Living magazine is published. There he honed his skills, elevating the landscape to a garden, and taking the craft of gardening to the level of art. He saw how plants and design impact the lives of spectators and participants alike, and he developed a personal style that looks good while being manageable.

As his skills and insights grew he began to contribute to Southern Living, helping readers see possibilities and understand the way to achieve them. Known for projects rooted in experience, Charlie can paint a pretty picture with plants.

Meet the Business Owner

Charlie T.

Business Owner

Just as Charlie offered his creative ideas to millions of readers, today he enjoys bringing them to life at The Gardener’s Gallery and at the homes of their customers. Focusing on kitchen gardens, container gardens, and southern artists, The Gardener’s Gallery offers an extra measure of delight for the ground outside each person’s door. «Gardening is not about weeding, planting, and watering,» Charlie reflects. «It is about the experiences you have while gardening – the rainbow, the hummingbird, the fall branch that turns red, and all the little miracles.»