Happiness

I see that Happiness is now closed. But I loved this gem so much I had to give it a 5 star rating and say my peace.
Amen.
xxoo jessica

Yep, Happiness is no longer. However, if you need a music amplifier fixed – or know someone who does – go see Jack who is now located where Happiness was. He’s got a great little place there and not only is he a great guy, he really knows his stuff!

unfortunately, it seems like Happiness is out of business. I hope someday this will no longer be the case.

«Is it wrong to get your husband a cactus for your fifth anniversary?»
Not at all, as far as Happiness is concerned.
Stumped on what to get my hubby to mark the occasion, I remembered Happiness, and I remembered that my husband likes plants. So a very helpful Happiness worker reassured me that a cactus would not send the wrong message and helped me pick out the perfect cactus to say, «I love you, and no, our relationship is not dry and prickly, but instead fully of life and resilient.»

This is one of my very favorite shops to go to in Austin. I ran across the shop a few years ago at their first location after getting sloshed with my Mom and Dad at Polvos, and we’ve be going there ever since. They have a wonderful and ever changing selection of some of the most interesting plants I’ve ever seen. The owner is a delight and her creative living arrangements are inspiring and surprisingly affordable. She can answer any plant question you might have and even if you don’t naturally have a green thumb, she will find the right plant for you. They also carry many non-​plant treasures in the form of jewelry, clothing, and other curiosities. I can stay here for hours relaxing in the beautiful courtyard with all of the happy cats who help oversee things. I forget that I’m even in the city. They have also started holding potlucks, parties, and live music events on certain evenings. I have not been able to attend yet, but look forward to doing so in the future. There is something for everyone at Happiness.

If I were a hoarder, I would likely hoard succulents. They are so diminutive, cheerful, and easy to maintain, it is hard not to love them. Happiness has a great selection of both plants and pots. The succulents are so darling, you’ll definitely want to buy several. Happiness also sells fun baubles and inspiring ideas for planters. Though their main concern is plants, the shop carries plenty of other items like handmade necklaces and unique home décor.
The owner is very kind and knowledgeable. She will pot your new plant in a pot you buy there, or, you can bring your own pot and she will help you pick out appropriate plants and then pot them for you. I’m perpetually pleased with the plants I buy here, definitely the most fun place to buy succulents in Austin. They give me a little bit of Happiness each day!

I am so excited that this store is open again When I lived in Austin, this was the place I went to buy gifts when I didn’t know what to give someone. I always walked out of there with something amazing. Today I’m actually wearing a plant pod bracelet I bought there over half a year ago.
Well, I was initially distraught when I found out that Bella Blue closed (another AMAZING store), and Happiness moved into the «Bella Blue house.» Then saddened even more when I was told the nice big sale Happiness was having, was actually a going out of business sale. Alas, Happiness is back. This has truly made my day. I think I smell a road trip in the air for this weekend.

I stumbled upon Happiness while my fianc was exploring End of an Ear next door. This happened on my second day in Austin, and as I was looking into buying a plant for my new apartment, I decided to get an aloe plant, especially as my northern skin was having difficulty in the Texas sun. A few weeks later, I returned and purchased two rosemary plants and some pots.
I enjoyed meeting the staff as well. It was a hot day, and they were lounging in chairs with drinks, ready to help if I had a question, but content to let me wander while they sat in the shade to escape the heat. It’s the perfect kind of service; they’re available if you need help, but not hounding you to buy something.
The plants are also relatively inexpensive. The rosemary plants were $ 1.50 each. I can’t remember how much the aloe plant cost, but I remember it was definitely affordable. I thought the pots I bought were a little overpriced, but they’re also cute. If you want cheap terra-​cotta pots, you can go anywhere. But Happiness has a selection of cute ones.
As I develop my gardening skills more (let’s see how long it takes to unintentionally killy my rosemary), I plan to go back and get more plants; Happiness is proving to be a great place to help me build a little garden.

Even if you don’t have a green thumb, you will truly appreciate this place’s uniqueness and South Austin style. It is my first stop for a gift or when I have a Happiness Virgin in my car. The grounds are calming and quirky and filled with plants that float your exotic boat. What a cool idea to fill plant pots with cement and tiles to make steps in the garden. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable, creative and friendly. It’s always great to meet someone who truly loves what they do. Her mood is contagious. Just stop by on a Saturday when things aren’t going your way. You will see. Get on her e-​mail list, too. You won’t be inundated, but you will receive her e-​vites for free live music and food events. Don’t tell anyone, but you can walk down the path and through the bamboo and check out her righteous access to the creek.

If you are a plant enthusiast and your thing is succulents, you will LOVE Happiness. They are good people and they have a neat variety of succulents. Their plants are inexpensive and uncommon. Every Spring, I visit the lovely ladies at Happiness and get my next set of «babies». I bought a HUGE Jade plant for $ 30. that has been priced around $ 75. to $ 100. at other nurseries in Austin. I am talking about a Jade bush, yall. Bought a year ago and it still brings me joy!

Yay! Hapiness is back!
Behind their former location (which is now Amelia’s) on the former site of the Spunky Monkey Ranch.
An elclectic assortment of home décor, succulents, ferns and cacti — they’ve always got a few things I can’t live without.
I just bought an amazingly huge staghorn fern, and will be back for some sparrow shaped bookends.
The owner is a sweet, friendly lady who always has answers to questions and suggestions for my garden.
I’ll be back here often, as the stock is updated frequently.

Really charming little place! The service was friendly but unobtrusive, and the succulents I got are healthy and happy. Plus they have a lot of cute gift-​type stuff if you need.
P. S. The new location is tough to see from the street, but look for a sidewalk sign. It’s right behind the old location.