PlanterSam Expands and Celebrates One Year of Business

The founder of PlanterSam, owner Samira, feels that plants give a sense of purpose, and this was the premise that started PlanterSam a year ago during the pandemic. Along with her love for plants, Samira's plant knowledge grew, which ultimately gave her a sense of belonging. Slowly, alongside her husband Morteza, Samira began to sell her arrangements on Instagram and decided to start a pop-up plant store. What first started in her mom's garage quickly expanded to the driveway (a sign that they might need a new space). Samira's mom joined in, creating the gorgeous macramé that you can still buy to this day. Now, you can purchase everything from plants, pots, and succulent arrangments to macramé, plant accessories, and products from other San Diego small businesses and gift shops.

With the help from the community earlier this year, PlanterSam was able to donate multiple carloads full of warm clothing to a local San Diego non-profit that helps people experiencing homelessness.

All of this ties into their new slogan, which they are proud to reveal: "Rooted in Love."