Durham Garden Center

Bull City Fair Trade is a Durham gift shop that features fair-trade items from communities worldwide. Known for beautiful, well-made products and friendly staff and volunteers, the store supports diverse causes and artisans in developing nations. Shoppers find unique gifts—from jewelry and home goods to the kitty planter from Bangladesh—while knowing purchases aid global communities. Located at 811 9th St #100.

Sunny Acres Pet Resort in Durham offers boarding, grooming, and attentive day-play in a warm, family-owned setting. Reviewers praise the staff for knowing each pet by name, smooth drop-off and pickup, and happy, well-cared-for dogs and cats. The facility is noted for a spacious play area and loving, reliable care that keeps pets joyful while away from home.

Gibson Girl Vintage is a beloved Durham destination offering an immaculately curated collection of true vintage clothing, furniture, and home goods. Specializing in eras from the 1920s to early 2000s, the shop features hand-selected items like midcentury modern furniture, deadstock garments, jewelry, and decor, all displayed with care and detailed tagging. Known for its friendly staff, inviting atmosphere, and fair pricing, it provides a joyful shopping experience for vintage enthusiasts and design lovers seeking unique, quality pieces without fast fashion replicas.

Emerald Gardens Flowers in Durham crafts beautiful, fresh floral arrangements for birthdays, funerals, and other occasions. Customers praise Patti for listening to preferences, offering thoughtful suggestions, and delivering under budget. Described as a hidden treasure, the shop sits in an office building on Guess Rd and features notable work by Patti and Mika Davis.

Deep Roots Natives is a Durham-based wholesaler, farm, and store offering a diverse selection of North Carolina native plants (and cultivars), including plugs, at affordable prices. Customers praise welcoming, knowledgeable staff, helpful laminated info cards for pollinators, aquatic plants, and shade plants, and great deals, including a current 10% discount. The shop supports thriving gardens that attract birds, bees, and butterflies.

Based in Durham, NC at 3823 Guess Rd, Encore Academy of Dance is a welcoming studio praised for a family-oriented atmosphere. Staff such as Mrs. Dawn help children feel valued, and owner Mrs. Lindsey leads with integrity. It offers toddler-friendly and youth classes, Dance With Me sessions, and recitals, with easy, responsive communication and affordable options.