Altman Plants is a wholesale grower that supplies nurseries and garden centers, not a retail store you can visit

Altman Plants grows ornamental plants, succulents, and houseplants at facilities in California and Florida, then sells them to retail nurseries, garden centers, and landscapers. You cannot order directly from Altman or walk into a showroom to buy plants. Instead, you find Altman-grown plants at the garden center or nursery near you — they arrive there already potted and ready to sell.

The company grows thousands of plant varieties under its own name and also produces plants for other brands that garden centers sell under their own labels. If you see a plant at a local nursery and want to know whether Altman grew it, check the pot tag or ask the staff — they can tell you the grower's name.

Altman has been in business since 1952 and operates multiple growing facilities. The scale of their operation means they supply a wide range of retailers, from small independent nurseries to large chains. Your local garden center may stock Altman plants without prominently advertising that fact.

Key Takeaways

  • Altman Plants grows and ships to retail nurseries and garden centers; you buy Altman plants at those retailers, not directly from the company.
  • The company produces ornamental plants, houseplants, and succulents across growing facilities in California and Florida.
  • Many plants sold under a garden center's own house brand are actually grown by Altman or other wholesale growers.
  • To find Altman plants near you, visit local nurseries and garden centers and ask staff which grower supplied specific plants.

How Altman Plants reaches retail stores

Altman operates as a wholesale grower, meaning the company grows plants in bulk and sells them to businesses that then resell to the public. The plants ship from Altman's facilities to distribution centers or directly to individual garden centers and nurseries. The retailer receives the plants, displays them on the sales floor, and you purchase them there.

This wholesale model is standard in the nursery industry. Most plants you see at a garden center come from wholesale growers like Altman, not from the retailer's own growing operation. The retailer's job is to receive the plants, care for them until sale, and price them for customers.

Altman also produces plants under private labels — meaning a garden center or chain can order plants from Altman and have them sold under the retailer's own brand name. This is why you may not see "Altman Plants" printed anywhere on the pot, even though Altman grew the plant.

Types of plants Altman grows

Altman's product line includes succulents, which are drought-tolerant plants with thick, fleshy leaves. These are popular for indoor and outdoor gardens because they require less water than most houseplants. Altman grows a wide range of succulent varieties in different sizes, from small starter plants to larger specimens.

The company also produces houseplants — plants grown indoors in pots, such as pothos, philodendrons, snake plants, and ferns. These arrive at garden centers in various pot sizes, typically ranging from 2-inch to 10-inch containers depending on the plant type and age.

Ornamental plants make up another major category. These include foliage plants grown for their leaves rather than flowers, as well as flowering plants used in landscaping and garden design. Altman supplies both seasonal plants (like poinsettias around the holidays) and year-round varieties.

Altman's growing locations

Altman operates major growing facilities in California and Florida. California's climate supports year-round outdoor growing for many plant types, while Florida's warm, humid conditions are ideal for tropical and subtropical plants. Having facilities in both states allows Altman to grow a diverse range of plants and ship to retailers across the country with shorter transit times.

The company also uses controlled-environment growing spaces — greenhouses and shade houses — to manage temperature, humidity, and light for plants that need specific conditions. This infrastructure lets Altman produce plants consistently throughout the year, even when outdoor conditions would not support growth.

How to find Altman plants at your local nursery

Start by visiting garden centers and nurseries in your area. Look at the plant tags or labels on pots — many include the grower's name. If you do not see it printed on the tag, ask a staff member. They can tell you which plants in stock came from Altman and which came from other growers.

You can also check Altman's website, which includes a "find a retailer" tool or locator map. Enter your zip code or city, and the tool shows you nearby garden centers and nurseries that stock Altman plants. Keep in mind that inventory changes seasonally and varies by location, so a retailer listed may not have every Altman product in stock at any given time.

If a specific plant you want is not in stock at your local nursery, ask the staff whether they can order it from Altman. Many retailers can special-order plants from their wholesale suppliers, though this may take a week or two depending on the plant type and current availability.

Understanding plant tags and grower information

Plant tags serve several purposes: they identify the plant by common and scientific name, provide basic care instructions, and often list the grower. The tag may be a small plastic stake inserted in the soil, a label on the pot, or a sticker on the container. Not every tag includes grower information, especially if the plant is sold under the retailer's house brand.

If you want to know whether a plant was grown by Altman, look for "Altman Plants" or "Altman" printed on the tag. If you do not see it, the plant may have been grown by a different wholesale grower. Asking the nursery staff is the most direct way to find out — they have access to their inventory records and can tell you the source of any plant in stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order plants directly from Altman Plants?

No. Altman sells only to wholesale buyers like nurseries, garden centers, and landscapers. To purchase Altman plants, you must buy them at a retail garden center or nursery that stocks them. Use Altman's retailer locator tool to find nearby stores that carry their plants.

Why don't I see "Altman Plants" on the plant tag?

Many plants are sold under the retailer's own house brand or label, even though Altman grew them. The grower's name may not appear on the tag. Ask the nursery staff if you want to know who grew a specific plant.

Does Altman grow all types of plants?

Altman specializes in ornamental plants, houseplants, and succulents. They do not grow vegetables, trees, or shrubs for landscaping. If you are looking for a plant type Altman does not produce, your local nursery can direct you to another grower or supplier.

What if my local nursery does not carry Altman plants?

Not every garden center stocks Altman products. You can ask your local nursery whether they can special-order from Altman, or use Altman's retailer locator to find another store nearby that carries their plants. Different retailers work with different wholesale growers based on their business relationships and customer demand.