Niche Garden Center Takes Root in Vero Beach

Vero Beach, FL, May 1st, 2008 - In corporate America, we are always reminded to "think outside the box." When it comes to plants, patios and landscaping, garden center guru Spencer Porteous takes it a step further by advising us to "think outside the house."

Conveniently located at 384 Old Dixie Highway, Vero Beach's newest green-thumb hotspot is Everything Outdoors, owned and expertly operated by Spencer Porteous, a Florida Certified Horticultural Professional. A genuine niche garden destination, Everything Outdoors will push the envelope with exciting plant, garden ornament and furniture options. According to Porteous, "We will offer the widest variety of unique outdoor gifts and provide the perfect setting to select and schedule a wide array of outdoor living and landscape services."

Designed in garden vignette fashion, Everything Outdoors is a feast for the senses with something lush, new and inspirational around every corner. Whether customers know exactly what they want or need expert guidance to achieve their landscaping goals, Porteous along with his knowledgeable and courteous staff will give you the materials and information to make gardening dreams a reality. "Our customers come in with an idea of what they want and leave with exactly what they need to succeed," says Porteous, "and many times, they are even more inspired."

A horticulturist for 14 years, Porteous is no stranger to Vero Beach. Prior to cultivating Everything Outdoors,heopened the Vero Beach Home Depot as the garden managerand then was the affable garden center manager for Horizon Horticultural Group. His new venture blends the best of all worlds for him-hand-selected garden materials and the freedom to offer unparalleled service. From one-gallon annuals and perennials to large container palms and special orders, enduring teak furniture, elements of garden whimsy, and "garden coaching" and design services, Everything Outdoors is your go-to garden center. Treat your landscape and your senses with a visit to Everything Outdoors today, and remember to "think outside the house