Was in town for my Aunt's funeral service over the weekend...my Mom and I were hanging out looking for a replacement COUSIN IT plant to replace one that I had that didn't make it. As I live in Northern California (Crockett), I tried Armstrong here hoping to score a plant. Talked w a guy who said that he was sold out of the particular plant, and I was sort of bummed, but accepted the fact that after trying another vendor, no luck would be on my side. After noodling around the store for other cool stuff, I get this "Hey!" and low and behold he found 2 Cousin It plants for me! I was surprised and happy he found them! He went out of his way to look for this particular plant and let me know that they had them! I went home happy and just stoked that this kind of customer service STILL existed in this world! Bringing home this plant back to Northern California was truly something as I had someone who cared enough to make my inquiry happen!!! read more

Very excited about our new herbs, flowers and fruit trees we got here! Jesus was the absolute best!!! Most kind, service oriented and had good social awareness (not the kind of guy who overtalks about unrelated things). He was the most helpful and knowledgeable out of the 3 people we spoke with. Reason for removing 1 star is based on the attitude one of the associates who was helping us. Thank you!! read more

Beautiful plants and flowers and super friendly and helpful staff! I'll be back! I was looking for native milkweed and it was easy to order online and pick up at this location. read more

I needed a few herbs and vegetables to get my summer garden up to speed. Rather than go to the big box guys, I decided to shop at the Armstrong Garden Center on 10th Street. This is a local, employee owned store. Historically, it was called Park Nursery, and has served Long Beach residents for as long as I can remember (long time!). They have a wonderful selection of herbs, vegetables, and decorative landscaping plants. The staff is so nice!! And knowledgeable. It is a very pleasant experience to be there. I wandered into the building where the florist is, and found an amazing selection of quality gift items....plants, foods and home decor. Who knew ? Definitely worth a visit....if only to stroll through the abundant flowers and garden plants. read more

With 31 retail locations in California, most primarily in SoCal, Armstrong Garden Centers traces its roots all the way back to 1893, when John Armstrong founded his eponymous nursery. It is the largest independent garden retailer in the country, employee owned. This location in Long Beach is on 10th street and has a large dedicated angled parking lot. Most of the plants are outside, but they have a large indoor area for houseplants and the instruments to take care of them. Our neighbors love growing and taking care of various plants, so we all stopped in after an early dinner to see what they have. It still amazes me the plants that garden centers in California can sell because of our climate. read more

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Help to find what I was looking for was quick. The plants were healthy and plentiful. Armstrong Garden Centers seem to have everything.

I've always had amazing customer service experiences at LB Armstrong. Associates greet you with a smile and you can tell they truly love what they are doing. Enter the gate on 10th St. and there will be ample parking, although this store is always busy! This is a great place to stroll and much longer than you might think from the outside. Towards the front you will find fountains and shade plants, succulents and flowering species in the middle, and trees toward the back. I believe this location even offers classes, which I will have to check out one of these weekends! Houseplants can be found inside along with a cornucopia of planters and gardening tools. I recently found a couple of telescoping grow lights here on sale, and my bonsai and rubber plant are thriving! read more

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Maya is one of the sweetest and most gentle people I've ever met. She was so patient and helpful while we searched for the perfect pot for my plant, even lifting heavy pots and holding my plant without hesitation. I was feeling a bit down today, and her kind energy combined with being surrounded by their beautiful plants lifted my energy. Thank you Maya. read more

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Great variety, well presented and set up but because of one male cashier I probably won't be back to this store. Fantastic store, though.

Great selection, actually. Tremendous selection Great service Been there many times. As have neighbors, friends that I have referred. They think Jesus is a marvel employee, friendly and so knowledgeable read more

I used to like this nursery since it has a large variety of plants and it is convenient. However, the staff here needs to work on their customer service skills. My boyfriend was buying soil and he prefers to pay top dollar for the best quality. The male cashier said to a coworker (right while my boyfriend was standing right there checking out) "I can't believe people pay for this expensive shit, it's no different than the other bags" Very disappointing attitude to have at a neighborhood business. I have been here multiple times and the most recent visit last week, the female cashier made a large sigh when she had to add the phone number for the points. Whoever is training or hiring these staff needs to do a better job. They will lose business because of it. They have already lost mine. read more

My weekend ritual for visiting Long Beach (a/k/a having my favorite sandwich) is to also browse this Armstrong, sometimes I am just checking to see the variety they have compared to my local one in Claremont. The staff here is always nice and the selection both indoors and outdoors appears healthy and well cared for. Respectfully Reviewed. read more

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Armstrong is the place to go for landscaping!!! My yard went from nothing to spectacular. Jeffrey and Peter go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. We had black slate placed in our front yard and turned out beautifully. The back yard has plants, flowers and a water fountain now which turned out so great! This project at my home was long overdue, but so glad they did the landscaping project. They are so knowledgeable about everything and keep you informed the entire project including follow up. I highly recommend them!!! read more

Very knowledgeable, staff and friendly, cute and serene just to walk through the nursery

My partner and I have came in a few times to browse because we enjoy plants but have been nervous to become plant parents. Well we finally did it! Thank you staff, we were helped and asked so many questions to choose our first plant. We decided on a snake plant for now and we can't wait to see her grow. Enjoy my partner silly face as he carries our first plant :) will be coming back to continue the plant life read more

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If you're looking for something, Armstrong probably has it. My kiddo wanted a kumquat tree and after calling many nurseries, Armstrong answered and was very friendly and after a short hold I was told they had eight trees in stock! We went for the citrus tree and also left with a pomegranate and some strawberry plants. I went to this location years back when I needed a bunch of air plants for some hanging pots. A very nice place to shop. read more

Wow, wow, wow. All I can say is that I'm impressed with this Armstrong location. Maya helped me with picking my lemon and lime trees. She answered all my questions, and I asked a bunch of questions (in the rain no less). She even helped me with taking my plants to the register. Jesus, who rang me up gave me so many pointers and tips to help my new plant babies grow and thrive. He drew me a diagram and a list of product to use. Jesus took me to the back to show me the other plants he's growing. I was amazed! He has a lemon bonsai plant that is a smaller plant. Very impressed. He took the time to teach and educate me. You can tell gardening is his passion! I have to transplant my trees so I'm excited to come back and learn more from Jesus! read more

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A great place to find unique and great plants and other gardening ideas. The staff is really nice and very knowledgeable. I recommend to anyone who loves plants and gardening read more

It's our new tradition to get our Christmas trees from Armstrong. They keep the trees in water so they stay fresher and healthier. All the staff members are friendly and helpful in getting the tree packed up in the car. They made it easy to get everything we needed (tree, stand, tree preservative, lights) in one stop. read more

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Everything you needed for a garden with well informed staff that knows how to handle all situations

This Armstrong location sets THE standard for service for all nurseries. I come here from OC to buy plants, not just because they still sell citrus trees and have a variety of wonderful healthy plants. Its the employees here who treat you with such care and respect. The Manager Kevin Kim went above and beyond to help me select 7 rose trees, trim off the dead leaves and then, with Jesus , packed them with such care for the long drive back to OC. All the roses came back in excellent condition with all the leaves and flowers intact. I am remodeling my yard, and he spent so much time to address to help me select other plants as well. Thank you Armstrong LB for such stellar customer service!! read more

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Enjoyed coming here with family. Lots of beautiful plants to choose and love their pottery.

Knowledgeable staff, good selection and honestly, a nice place to meander while you figure out wants and needs.

You have to take the time & smell the roses. There used to be an Armstrong's in Artesia back in the day, but unfortunately, I never took advantage of coming by & browsing at what the nursery had to offer. Armstrong's in LB has an assortment of plants & gardening items. I reserved "Pink Lemonade" blueberry plats & received an email stating my item was ready to be picked up. Finding the blueberry plant was a breeze & I soon had it in my possession. Areas are easily distinguishable, so as not to get lost. An array of fountains & garden sculptures cater to almost everyone's taste. Service has been good when I've been here. Need help loading? No problem. Pot your plant? You got it. They take good care of you, here. Parking is via private lot & street. Armstrong Garden Center is a great place to accomplish your gardening needs. They will kindly assist you, whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice. Whatever your mission is, they will make sure your garden will come out a winner. read more

The class titled Soil Secrets unfortunately, it seemed more like soil is a mystery. The class focused on soil for native plants. All that I have learned and been educated about improving soils for some 35 years is mostly wrong. I could tell that customers were left confused as I was. read more

I needed some organic, pesticide-free plants to feed to some baby stick insects. The workers were not only helpful, but very interested in my pets and encouraging. They also have a pollinator-friendly section! Will absolutely be a long-time customer. read more

Awesome assistance both knowledge and physical. With a lifetime guarantee on fruit trees how can you go wrong.

Absolutely. Very knowledgeable staff. Prices are not necessarily 'cheap' but affordable compared to what you get. Their customer service is top notch. Also, one of the few places that sells citrus trees in the area. read more

The plants here are really high quality! There is less selection of more niche and exotic varieties compared to some other shops like the MASSIVE Roger's gardens. However, most of Armstrong's plants are their own varieties. It's a beautiful, quiet location with great deals on soil, compost, and accessories! Plants here are sooooo much healthier right into the soil than from places like Home Depot! Definitely give Armstrong a try! read more

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Armstrong has been my go-to garden store. I love their selection, which are season appropriate for Southern California. Staff are extremely knowledgeable and always have the answer to my questions and the best tips to care for my plants. Their trees have a lifetime guarantee, which I really appreciate. I've bought two citrus trees from them and they've been healthy and fruitful. As someone who grew up on the east coast, growing my own lemons and mandarins is magical. They've just restarted free classes after pausing during the pandemic. The orchids 101 course was taught by Ken who has been with Armstrong for 27 years! There was lots of great information and at the end Ken patiently stayed to answer everyone's questions. Thanks to Armstrong my black-ish thumb is turning green :) read more

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Very nice workers with alot of knowledge They were able to answer all my questions and help me find the right garden product for my insect problem. read more

I love checking out different nursery's and Armstrong is such a reliable garden center. The people who work here are always so helpful. They are some of the most knowledgeable and passionate people who I can tell love plants and gardening. That is not the case at all gardening centers, which is why i love coming to this specific location. read more

Lovely local garden center with a plethora of plant selections. Love how organized the space is which makes it easy to navigate the garden areas. Will come back to buy more plants for our home! read more

Lovely collection of plants, more expensive than the large box stores. But these look much prettier and healthier . read more

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Wonderful place to get plants! Always a great variety of healthy plants, and extremely helpful staff! I highly recommend Armstrong in Long Beach. read more

Super helpful and knowledgable staff -- a real asset when buying plants, seeds, trees, soil, fertilizers etc. Money back guarantee on flowering vines like bougainvilleas and wisteria?! read more

I got a friendly greeting. I received knowledgeable and helpful advice. And bought a plant that is perfect for the space it's in and it makes me happy. All around, it was a good visit to this store. read more

Wanted to support a smaller garden center instead of your run of the mill shops. I needed a grass patch for my pup to use and I most definitely came to the right place! They are very fairly priced and offer a good variety of sizes to fit the different needs of your pet. This will be a weekly visit for me. The staff was helpful and very friendly. read more

You know you're getting "older" when you just enjoy a day at an Armstrong Garden Center... whew do I love plants now! Swung by here around 11AM on a Tuesday to a few people, sunny day, and lovely plants. The LB location isn't too difficult to find if ya put the location in your mobile device - off of 10th street, west of Woodrow High School. This Armstrong has a rather large parking lot for its location/size and has a bunch of street parking as well. I'm no "plantologist", but Armstrongs do a pretty great job of keeping their plants vibrant and colorful. On this day I sought out some air plants and succulents as XMas gifts. I'll y'all know that their air plant selection isn't the greatest (granted that's not their true bread n' butter), but they had really nice and beautiful ones I've never seen. In particular, I was able to get a velutina and pruinosa, which I've never seen in person before. From what I recall they had your typical ionantha, medusae, and lorentziana, etc. All air plants came in varying sizes and associated prices and were outside, close to the checkout counter (as if they knew....). I also grabbed some cacti, for my grand-mama. After a few weeks I can assure y'all they are all thriving. All-in-all a wonderful place, with a myriad of plants for the average plant enthusiast. I enjoyed my conversations with the employees and gaining knowledge about the different plants, how to take care of them, and personal anecdotes about what to and not to do. I'll also venture out to say this is a swell place to have part of your date at. read more

Armstrong is literally my neighborhood garden center. It has everything I need to keep my plant babies happy. From the planting medium, fertilizer, plant food, pots, etc., they've got all that my plants need. Special shout-out to Virginia for her friendliness and wealth and knowledge (not to mention, patience) has is great. She is always so helpful and I love it when I see her working there as we always strike a conversation about planes we love, haha. In fact, many store employees are knowledgeable and friendly offering their help. They get several shipments in weekly and you literally have to pop in in order to see what new goods (hard to find plants for me) they have in stock. You can also place a special order for a plant you're looking for and they'll do their best to fulfill your request and will contact you if your request/order gets fulfilled. read more

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