Fantastic Gardens of Long Island was started in 1960 by my father, Michael Tifford. He grew up right near the Bronx Botanical Gardens in Bronx, NY. That is where he fell in love with all types of plants, specifically perennials, shrubs, and trees.
A new era has arrived especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, not only are the plants that our grandparents taught us to love are rebounding in popularity, there is a whole bunch of new and sensational plants that our parents (me included) can barely pronounce! With the help of our “new” business partner, Jorge Sisalima, and his family are propelling us to the new horizons. Jorge has been with us for 18 years having learned the love of plants from his grandmother; he is bringing new energy to our fantastic business.
We love what we do. Mother nature can be a pain but where would we be without her? Join us on this new leg of our newest endeavor and help us grow out motto- ‘growing with long island’ into so much more!
Dave Tifford
Owner, Fan
The uusal nursey staples are carried here, but where Fantastic Garden excels is the availability of uncommon houseplants: tropicals, cacti, and succulents. One can purchase different sizes of the same species, depending on your budget.
One of the best nurseries on Long Island. Fairly priced, unparalleled selection and a great vibe all around.
Definitely my favorite garden shop on the island. Such a wide variety of houseplants and they’ve had more if you ask in my experience. I’ve gotten several houseplants from them over the years and they have always been super helpful with giving advice on how to care. Just went again today to get some stuff for the season and they have great selection. I’m always able to find whatever I need here, and often on the weekends they have a little food truck or vendor there also making the experience that much nicer. Highly reccomend fantastic gardens.
This place is one of my favorite places to get plants. They have such a great variety of many types of houseplants. They consistently get better each visit, they even have a farmers market! Prices are fair as well. Definitely worth the visit! Love to see this place flourish!
Fantastic Gardens is my favorite nursery! Everyone that works there is so sweet and one the owners Jeorge, is the best! They are always trying to appeal to their customers in obtaining plants we're looking for. They offer a great selection of houseplants, outdoor plants, & cacti! Most of my healthiest plants have come from Fantastic. I'll be a patron for life! 💚