Plant Stand Collective Brings Green Oasis to Lincoln Park with Expanded Space

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Lincoln Park ·

Lincoln Park residents now have a lush new destination for their indoor gardening needs as Plant Stand Collective celebrates its expanded location this November. The shop, which began as a pandemic pivot by former art teacher Maria Guasso, has blossomed into one of the North Side's most beloved plant retailers, now featuring an expanded selection of handmade goods, small-batch art, and houseplants in every shape and shade of green.

What sets Plant Stand Collective apart is not just its carefully curated selection of plants and artisan goods, but also its commitment to community involvement. The business partners with Feeding People Through Plants to donate a portion of sales to the Greater Chicago Food Depository, and regularly showcases work from local and Latinx makers. The light-filled space offers Lincoln Park plant enthusiasts a welcoming environment to find the perfect green addition for their homes while supporting local artists and community causes.

Residents looking to bring some greenery into their homes for the holiday season or searching for unique, locally-made gifts are encouraged to visit the collective. With the holiday shopping season in full swing, Plant Stand Collective provides an eco-friendly alternative to big-box retailers while supporting the local creative community that makes Lincoln Park vibrant.

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1. https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/17/shop-local-2025-a-lakeview-lincoln-park-old-town-and-roscoe-village-gift-guide/