Tony and I love to shop at independent businesses. It keeps tax dollars in our community, and you can also discover unique items that you can’t get anywhere else.
Here are my latest finds: My plant obsession started with one a friend gave me, and now, well, I have a lot. Finding cute planters that are also the right size is a challenge. Enter Charlie Parker Pottery (see ad on pg. 22). Most are made in-house by Charlie Parker himself. One of their signature styles is decorated with burnt horse hair, like the one above. This one also has holes on the bottom for drainage. If you’re looking for a specific size, color, or style, just ask. Chances are they can make one custom for you. Their planters typically range from $20 – $60. Inside this planter is a Rattlesnake Plant (Calathea lancifolia) I found at Wild Roots. It requires filtered light and watering about once a week. At night the leaves stand straight up, showing off a deep purple coloring underneath. Fun fact: Wild Roots sells some of Charlie Parker Pottery’s planters too!
Keep it local St. Pete! Shop Charlie Parker Pottery in person at 2724 6th Ave S or online at www.charlieparkerpottery.com.Visit Wild Roots at 1949 1st Ave S Unit A or online at www.wildrootsstpete.com.
