Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Botanical Oasis in Portland
Founded in 2001, Pistils Nursery has grown from a small urban farming outpost into a nationally recognized destination for unique plants and botanical design. Our mission centers on connecting people with plants that thrive in their specific environments, offering curated selections of indoor and outdoor flora, handmade pottery, and living art installations. With two Portland locations, we provide expert consultation for interior plant design, landscape development, and maintenance services.Our team specializes in transforming spaces with custom living sculptures and educational workshops, emphasizing sustainability through partnerships with local artisans. As a woman-owned business, we remain committed to fostering community connections through plant-centric experiences.
Services
Plant Sales
Terrarium Workshops
Interior Design
Landscape Development
Botanical Art Installations
Corporate Gifting
Maintenance Services
Online Retail
Custom Plant Mounting
Design Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 20+ years curating unusual, high-quality plant selections
- Expert interior plant design for residential and commercial spaces
- Custom landscape development with sustainable practices
- Hands-on educational workshops for all skill levels
- Woman-owned business supporting local artisans and eco-friendly practices
What people say
Amazing plant selection
Expert staff knowledge
Creative workshop ideas
Beautiful living art
Excellent customer service
Services
Interior Design
Transform residential and commercial spaces with custom plant installations. Our designers create living environments using unique botanical selections and artisan-crafted planters. Maintenance packages ensure long-term vitality for office landscapes and retail environments.
Landscape Development
Craft personalized outdoor sanctuaries combining hardscaping with specialized plant selections. Services include consultation, structural builds, and sustainable garden development tailored to Portland's climate conditions.
Botanical Workshops
Hands-on educational experiences covering terrarium building, kokedama creation, and plant mounting techniques. Workshops accommodate groups from 1050 participants with both in-person and virtual options available.
Corporate Gifting
Custom gift solutions featuring plant-based packages for employee appreciation, client relations, and donor recognition. Options range from minimalist bulb kits to premium planted arrangements with branding opportunities.
Online Retail
Curated selection of unique houseplants and botanical products available for shipping. Features mounted plants, handmade ceramics, and DIY kits with detailed care instructions for successful plant ownership.
People
Megan Twilegar
Founder
Visionary founder of Pistils Nursery with 22 years of experience in botanical design. Pioneered Portland's first plant-focused retail experience combining education with unique plant selections. Continues guiding the business's sustainability mission.
Questions
What makes Pistils Nursery different from other plant stores?
We specialize in unusual, high-quality plants and offer complete design services from consultation to installation. Our educational workshops and custom botanical art set us apart.
Do you offer plant care services after purchase?
Yes, we provide comprehensive maintenance plans for both residential and commercial spaces, including regular plant check-ups and replacements.
Can I order plants online for delivery?
Our online shop offers select mounted plants and DIY kits with shipping directly to your door. Local customers can also visit our Portland stores.
Are workshops available for corporate team-building events?
Yes, we host customized team-building workshops for groups of 10–50 participants with options for both in-person and virtual participation.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, major credit/debit cards, mobile payments, and Pistils gift cards at both Portland locations.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, Pistils gift cards are available in any denomination and can be used for plant purchases, workshops, or design services.
