Eagle River, Alaska
Anchorage plant nursery
Make the short drive to a greenhouse full of citrus, herbs, houseplants, garden starts, and the kind of plant you did not know you were looking for.
More than a quick stop
A warm place to find your next plant.
Mile 5.2 Greenhouse is an established Eagle River nursery and gift shop, about 20 minutes from Anchorage. For more than 25 years, we have filled a warm greenhouse with plants that make Alaska homes, windowsills, patios, and gardens feel more alive.
Come in with a specific project or come in because February has been a little too February. Either way, you can walk the aisles, see what is in, and ask practical questions before you take something home. Our inventory shifts with the season, which keeps the greenhouse interesting and makes a visit worth more than a scroll through a static catalog.
What you might find
Plants for bright rooms, real gardens, and curious growers.
We specialize in edible and fragrant plants, alongside practical choices for Alaska gardens and plenty of unexpected greenhouse finds. Availability changes, but these are the collections worth asking about.
Citrus and fruit trees
Dwarf Meyer lemons, Bearss limes, and other compact citrus for bright indoor spaces. Reserve a lemon tree when you want us to confirm availability.
Houseplants and tropicals
Bananas, figs, pineapple plants, tea shrubs, bay leaf trees, jasmine, gardenias, bromeliads, bonsai, and other plants that make an ordinary room more interesting.
Herbs and vegetable starts
Fresh culinary herbs for kitchen windows and containers, plus seasonal vegetable starts for gardeners who would rather begin with something already growing.
Perennials, berries, trees, and shrubs
Hardy choices for Alaska gardens, including perennials, berries, seasonal fruit plants, trees, shrubs, roses, and ground covers as available.
A better kind of plant errand
Start with what will work where you live.
A plant does not need to be fussy to be exciting. Tell us about the light in your home, the size of your container, whether you are planting outdoors, or the edible garden you have in mind. We will help you narrow the choices to plants that suit the spot rather than sending you home with a hopeful mismatch.
That is especially useful when you are choosing a first citrus tree, setting up a kitchen herb collection, or picking perennials and berry plants for an Alaska garden. A little guidance at the greenhouse can make the difference between a plant that merely survives and one you enjoy looking after.
Browse the plant collections →Choose with confidence
Bring the details that make a good match.
For an indoor plant, it helps to know what direction your windows face, how much direct sun the room receives, and whether you tend to keep the house warm and dry through winter. Those small details point toward very different choices. A sunny sill can be a good home for herbs or citrus. A bright room away from the glass may be better for a leafy tropical or a forgiving houseplant.
For an outdoor project, think about the size of the space, whether the planting area is sheltered or exposed, and what you want from it. Maybe you want a berry plant that earns its keep, perennials that return each year, a tree that anchors the garden, or a container that gives your entry a little color. There is no prize for selecting the most complicated plant. The best choice is the one that fits the space and the attention you actually want to give it.
It is also fine to arrive without a master plan. A greenhouse visit is a useful place to compare leaves, scents, sizes, and possibilities in person. You may come in for basil and find a fragrant geranium, a small fig, or the first plant that makes a dim corner feel less forgotten. That is part of the fun, as long as the plant still has a real place to go when you get home.
Seasonal by nature
There is always a reason to come back.
The greenhouse changes as the growing year changes. Early visits can be about indoor color and edible plants. Garden season brings herbs, vegetable starts, hanging baskets, perennials, berries, and outdoor choices. Later in the year, a citrus tree or a warm greenhouse walk can feel like a very sensible response to an Alaska winter.
Because living inventory does not stand still, a plant pictured or discussed online may not be available on the exact day you visit. That is why we encourage visitors making a special trip for a particular plant to ask about availability first. We can help you decide whether it is the right time to come in, reserve a lemon tree, or consider another option that is ready now.
At the greenhouse
Come for a plant, leave with a clearer plan.
Mile 5.2 is designed for the pleasure of seeing plants in person. You can compare the size of a lemon tree with the corner you have in mind, notice whether a herb actually smells as good as it sounds, or see how a berry plant and a perennial might work together before you commit. Photos are useful, but living plants have a way of being more persuasive in the greenhouse.
If you are buying a gift, you do not need to know a plant name before you walk in. A greenhouse find, a practical garden start, a houseplant, or a gift card can all be a better choice than something generic. Gift cards are available in a range of amounts, which leaves the plant-picking part to the person who gets to enjoy it.
We also know that plant shopping is not always leisurely. Maybe you are on the way to a dinner, replacing a plant that gave up, looking for a housewarming gift, or trying to make the most of a rare sunny afternoon. Tell us what you need, and we will help you get pointed in a useful direction. Good greenhouse advice should feel practical, not precious.
Visit from Anchorage
An easy Eagle River stop, with room to wander.
We are in downtown Eagle River at 17026 Santa Maria Dr. Plan for a quick 20-minute drive from Anchorage, then give yourself a little time once you arrive. The greenhouse is part nursery, part gift shop, and part winter escape.
Because our selection and seasonal hours can change, the smartest plan is to check the current schedule before you leave. You can also call, email, or send a WhatsApp message when you are looking for something specific.
Frequently asked questions
Before you visit
Where is Mile 5.2 Greenhouse?
Mile 5.2 Greenhouse is at 17026 Santa Maria Dr in downtown Eagle River, about a 20-minute drive from Anchorage. Check the Visit page for current hours, directions, and ways to get in touch.
What kinds of plants do you carry?
The selection changes with the season, but it can include dwarf citrus, houseplants, fragrant tropicals, culinary herbs, vegetable starts, berries, hardy perennials, trees, shrubs, hanging baskets, and garden gifts.
Do you have plants that work in Alaska homes?
Yes. We are especially known for bright-space plants, including dwarf citrus, herbs, and houseplants, plus hardy perennials, berries, trees, shrubs, and seasonal starts for Alaska gardens.
Can I reserve a lemon tree?
Yes. Send a reservation request for a lemon tree and we will confirm current availability by email.