07/27/2026

A unique universe to discover

Created in the 90s, Le Jardin d’Antoinette, named after the former owner's grandmother, is a family business that has managed to evolve while...

RGBy Rédaction Gazette du VarJournalist 16 September 2025 Reading time: 2 min
Un univers singulier à découvrir
Un univers singulier à découvrir© La Gazette du Var
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Olivier Alvery, who studied plant biology and ecology, took over the garden centre with several partners. Together, they are committed to offering a personalized advisory service, which is essential in a field where plant diversity is immense. Le Jardin d’Antoinette specializes in less common species such as succulents, cacti and tropical plants. Thanks to its seaside location, Le Jardin d’Antoinette benefits from a mild climate, ideal for the growth of many varieties (Strelitzia, Yucca and Caryota). The team strives to popularize these species to design gardens that are both dry and wet, tailored to everyone's tastes.

PERSONALIZED ADVICE

Un univers singulier à découvrir

The support does not stop at the sale. Customers can benefit from home advice to create their own green spaces or be accompanied by professional gardeners. In addition, the garden centre collaborates with the town hall of Bandol, providing plants and advice for various landscaping projects. The Base navale de Toulon is also among its partners, benefiting from Olivier's expertise in plant installation. The health crisis period was marked by an unprecedented passion for gardening, allowing Le Jardin d’Antoinette to diversify its activities by creating a space dedicated to indoor and outdoor decoration. Among the services offered are the creation of gardens, terraces, balconies, as well as automatic watering solutions and plant screens. Mindful of the local economy, the team favors French suppliers. More than half of the plants sold come from France, while for larger specimens, partnerships have been established with growers in Spain and Italy. Le Jardin d’Antoinette thus embodies a wonderful family success story, combining passion, respect for the environment and commitment to the community. A must-visit destination for all plant and gardening lovers.

Practical information:

LE JARDIN D’ANTOINETTE

115 chemin de la Melonne in Sanary-sur-Mer

04 94 32 25 65

lejardindantoinette@orange.fr Website: www.lejardindantoinette.fr Find Le Jardin d’Antoinette on social networks Open every day from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:30 pm Closed Sunday afternoon

Laurette PARAY – Photo by Alain BLANCHOT.