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    Good Earth Greenhouse

    3.4 (65 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Madison K.

    My blind dad shyly asks "what should we get for your mother for Mother's Day?" I tried to keep it simple... "she likes perfume, but..." "What about ... she's dreaming of maybe some kind of yellow bushes... there's that shop on Madison in River Forest..." I woke up David (I can't drive anymore due to low vision) and we headed over to good earth where everyone was just as kind and helpful as we remembered. We left with their last two forsythia bushes and a rose bush-- all cat safe plants-- and three bags of compost. Without their help, it was literally the blind leading the blind. They answered our questions and got us the right plants and materials. At the last minute I realized I had grabbed a hydrangea (which is not a cat safe plant) and I had to leave my totally blind dad in line while I dashed off to ask for a rose bush. It was accomplished in maybe three minutes at the most-- I ran out and asked a person who watering plants, he brought me to one of the same people who had helped us with the bushes, she showed me the rose bushes, I picked one, and she carried it up to checkout so that I could run ahead. The first person we had interacted with at the store was then the one who helped us out to the car and loaded the bags of compost. My mom was exuberant.

    Padma A.

    Been meaning to stop here for a very long time and finally went last weekend. They have pretty good collection of plants but a I think it's over priced. They even have their own bakery products which so cool. I love plants and cafes it's a perfect space for someone like me, only thing I think the plants are a bit overpriced.

    Young Tree
    Peter C.

    Good Earth is the premier garden store in the West Suburbs. Great Selection, fair prices, and outstanding customer support are their trademark. Conveniently located on Madison Street in River Forest with ample parking. Open year round with a Cafe located inside. Kid friendly. I attached some photo photos of the tree and bush project I coordinated with them this year.

    Maronda H.

    I rode passed GEG a few times. I figured one day I could stop in and look around for some plants. Well today was a nice day to get out and browse for plants. There were some colorful and beautiful flowers. As, I walked down each aisle looking at plants & flowers. I felt a little strange and out of place. I wasn't sure if the people there ever saw a colored woman shopping for plants/flowers. I got these crazy weird stares. I had on my mask. I guess. I was out of place cause no one was wearing one. There were No greeting or how may I help you? The workers kept on putting out plants or whatever they were doing. I also went to the cafe side to order a snack. The young girl didn't greet or say not one word to me. You don't have to play me twice in the same day. It was my queue to leave and never return to this Greenhouse/Cafe again. Nice location. Beautiful flowers and plants. Just not worth the effort to come here and be treated rudely. I guess it wasn't my lucky day coming here. Reading the reviews and I see two that are very disturbing about this place. Change has to be made in this world.

    Kirsten A.

    Good selection, super friendly staff. A must visit for local flowers and gardening needs.

    I made little cactus Valentines for my family! Pots, soil and cacti from Good Earth Greenhouse.
    Siobhan D.

    I had a great experience today buying houseplants, soil and Valentines cactus plants & pots for my family. It's so nice to visit the greenhouse, especially in the middle of winter. The woman at the counter offered to pot everything for free which was really nice but I declined since potting stuff is super fun for me. Mike helped me to my car - very nice guy! Thanks, Mike!! Good prices, great selection, easy lot parking. The cafe looked awesome too- really nice counter lady- but I didn't have time for food today. But it looked really nice. I'm eager for spring to come!

    Christmas wreath greens are held in place with prongs that can be pulled apart to release greens for composting after Christmas.  No wires.
    Mark D.

    I bought 5 Christmas wreaths here - 2 x 36" and 3 x 24". I was DELIGHTED to discover today how easily the greens can be removed from the metal frame for composting. Usually greens are all wired together and it's often very difficult if not impossible to take them apart for composting. With the Good Earth wreaths, the greens are held in place with prongs that can be easily pulled apart to release the greens. Only the pine cones were lightly wired on. So the greens can be composted and the round frame can be re-used for another wreath. Fantastic!

    Large succulent in Terra Cotta pot
    Arah K.

    I had a pretty magical experience here pre-covid. The greenhouse is just gorgeous in the winter, and they have three birds named "The Boys" who will call back if you whistle. The house plants I got here (sansiveria, peace lily, golden pothos, etc.) were very healthy and grew well. In my experience I was helped quickly and offered assistance by multiple workers, but I can't speak to post-coronavirus.

    Starting a mini indoor garden. I love  plants
    Cat M.

    My favorite location to purchase indoor plants. The staff are all extremely helpful and knowledgeable in answering my questions. I recommend this beautiful location. Super love all of their plants and accessories. I'm a frequent biweekly customer.

    Called in for a sympathy basket delivery. Rosa was beyond helpful. She actually put together two different baskets, sent me pics of each (her idea!), modified one of them, took another pic to make sure I was satisfied, and then made the sale. I mean... whaaat! Also, she was super nice about it and didn't treat me like I was high maintenance or annoying. So refreshing to get above and beyond customer service. Also... the price was not outer limits. Total with basket, three plants, and local delivery= $60. Call Good Earth and ask for Rosa!!

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    Lovely place, great service, nice plants, singing birds, and delicious coffee and snacks in cafe. Thank you for this wonderful experience!

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    Do NOT spend money here. They heavily support the Republican Party and host their events. Quality of plants is also poor.

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