Coming here used to be a joyous occasion for my husband and I, but it was sold to a monster. We…read morewent there once at that time, and it was a shadow of the greatness it had been. Gone were the seasonal parties and sales, gone was the fun and whimsey of the place. And the people who worked there, the real stars were mistreated by the monster and some left. Now the monster is gone, but this place hasn't come back to what it was. It seems that they don't have the same energy and vibe. But the plants aren't as vast as they were in the past. I will try them again. I was touched by the stories of people who took plants home to care for them when the monster closed the business. I'm glad that Annie is working with a group of employees to get the business back up and running. It's just that now, they are a promising shell of a once great business. I'm pulling for a better experience on my next visit. I'm confident that will happen.

Sure, we're heading into winter but I have flowers! Just bought three different poppies and a…read morereplacement flower for one that I did in by improper transplant :( No worries because Curious Flora has a LOT of fall and winter options. These poppies are early but they'll be on fire as early as spring. I recommend getting on their mailing list to find out what's happening on any given weekend. If you haven't been here, I recommend stopping in on your way past Richmond. Maybe 10 minutes off 580 and if you love plants, especially ones you can't find anywhere else!

With all the options of hydroponic stores, I would have to say that this location was pretty well…read morestocked and nearly had all the reagents I needed for my plant care since I wanted to transition to hydroponics. The location is slightly off the highway but on a very busy street. There's only street parking available so if you're in need for anything heavy - I'd suggest parking as close the store as possible. When I walked in, the store was brightly lite and very organized. I was thrilled to see a lot of the things that I needed was in store so I had to figure out what was priority on my shopping list since some of the reagents were originally pricey. The gentlemen that helped me didn't say much but was able to suggest a few options that were similar to what I needed but I politely declined and got the items that was within my daily budget. One thing that I was worried about was getting persuaded into purchasing something that was way overpriced and something that I didn't need but I never felt that here. The service was straight forward and I was in and out within fifteen minutes. The prices here are relatively similar to what you could find online so It's great to know that your monies will be going to a local shop rather than big competitors.

Great service . Very knowledgeable of all products. Helped me understand what I needed to do and…read moreproducts to use to get a great yield . Thanks !

We visited Cloverfield Farm this past weekend before visiting my uncle in Hercules. My husband, two…read morekids, and I arrived early afternoon and were immediately greeted by Magic Ben, their beautiful horse resident, in the parking area. When we let the staff at the check-in table know that it was our first visit, she gave us a quick overview of the lay of the land, how pricing worked, and offered us some shears and baskets. She also let us know that the fruit orchard was mostly picked over, which made sense since we were visiting later in the day. Luckily for me, I could already see from the parking lot that the one thing I was really interested in was still available for harvesting--sunflowers! As we headed for the blooms, we passed tomatoes, corn, chard, and cucumbers. After collecting some sunflowers and cucumbers, we headed over to explore the spice shed (where we tasted some yummy honey!), the fruit orchard (where we picked a few limes), and the side patch (where we posed for some cute photos with their pumpkins). We just had the cucumber today with our dinner, and we were pleasantly surprised to notice the abundance of seeds and the stronger flavor of the organic produce. Although we live in San Francisco, we would definitely love to visit again and highly recommend this experience to others. Just know that they only have a limited offering of any one type of fruit/veggie, but if you go with an open-mind, you're sure to find something and leave happy.

This is a hidden gem! We stumbled upon it on google and went to explore the farm to possibly pick…read moreapples. When we got there we learnt apple picking was not happening anymore but they have a huge property with alot of vegetables, a walking and tasting tour and a horse!!! First we met Ben, the magical horse who made our day! We got to brush his hair , feed him and just hang out with him. What a unique experience! Note- They host birthday parties there so the horse can play with the kids. Next we met the main farmer who took us on a walking tour of everything they grow. We tried the most unique flowers, herbs, leaves, etc. most memorable were the chocolate mint, fennel, quinine, edible flowers that taste like cucumber. We tasted alot more including their honey which was great! The farmer was funny, engaging and so knowledgeable too! They sell plants and dried herbs and honey along with veggies and other things. We bought a few things and some plants and had a great chat with the kind farm owner. She is just amazing and knew everything about everything on the farm! Highly recommend! Note- They have parking on site and carry cash to buy things!

The Model Mom and Pop Shop…read more The nursery specializes in Bamboo and ferns and is completely run by only two people. It's basically a 1 acre lot with endless amounts of foliage. They easily have the largest bamboo selection in the bay area. It definitely takes some time to find the perfect bamboo to meet your needs. Fortunately, Bob or Carol will guide you through the 'jungle'. Prices are based on the contents of each pot which leaves room for negotiation. On my last visit I bought a 'black' bamboo and a giant timber oldhami. Prices were very reasonable. Every visit always brings a wealth of priceless knowledge. Bob and Carol are willing to spend the whole day with you to cater to your needs and answer every question until you are satisfied. The place is only accessible by appointment, however, Bob and Carol make them selves available.

They have a big selection of bamboo plants - lots of variety, thick thin, colored stocks, small,…read morelarge and a wealth of info. Over the years I have come by and purchased plants from them to line the property line in containers - I love them, they get tall enough and I don;t have to worry so much about them spreading since they are in containers and they are quite hardy plants - I know I've abused mine, forgetting to water them so the point where the leaves roll up but water them a few times and they just come back!

Plants are still there but the telephone number is no longer in service. Someone needs to update…read morethe hours ... it looks like they have gone out of business.

Large selection of well-grown, hard-to-find orchids run by experienced and knowledgeable…read moreprofessionals. I worked with Heather and she was great, providing helpful advice and information. Prices are reasonable, and I found everything I was looking for and more. There were SO many unusual and beautiful orchids. A great source for orchid lovers. I will be back in a couple of months for the next group of blooms. Location was very easy to find using their website's directions. Call before visiting; closed Thursdays and Sundays.

I purchased some great plants from Jessica. Her backyard farm is a fun place to visit and great…read moreexample of what you can accomplish with permaculture design, integrating growing food and raising animals. She has some very unique plants that produce food and help build the soil by fixing nitrogen. I like the personal touch and knowledge of plants that she has.

Jessica has been doing an excellent job in caring for our yard in Berkeley for a few years now…read more She has been an excellent and reliable resource - answering questions about plants, making recommendations re: care and placement, installing a drip system and generally making our outdoor space delightful.

I hired Daisy to create my bridal bouquet for my wedding. We had specifically discussed and agreed…read moreupon a white bouquet featuring peonies and lily of the valley. Two hours before our scheduled pickup, I received a call informing me that lily of the valley was unavailable. While I was disappointed, I understood that flower availability can sometimes be unpredictable and was willing to work with a substitute. However, when I arrived to pick up my bouquet, I discovered that not only was lily of the valley missing, but there were no peonies either. Instead, the bouquet contained flowers and yellow tones that were completely different from the all-white design we had discussed and approved. At no point was I informed that peonies would not be included, nor was I contacted to review or approve a revised design. Because this occurred the day before my wedding and only hours before pickup, I had no realistic opportunity to make alternative arrangements in advance. We felt pressured to accept the bouquet we were given because of the timing. Ultimately, I was so unhappy with the final product that I purchased a replacement bouquet. What was most disappointing was the lack of communication and professionalism throughout the process. Had I been notified earlier that the requested flowers could not be sourced, we could have discussed alternatives and approved a new design together. Instead, significant changes were made without our knowledge or consent. After returning from our honeymoon, I reached out to discuss the issue and request a refund. My message went unanswered. When my husband later spoke with her, our concerns were dismissed, and we were told that the flowers used were an "upgrade." Whether the replacement flowers were more expensive is beside the point--the bouquet delivered was not the bouquet we ordered or approved. We paid our invoice in full and even tipped before receiving the bouquet because we trusted that our wedding flowers would reflect what we had discussed. Unfortunately, the final product did not meet our expectations, and the lack of accountability afterward was equally disappointing. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend this florist.

On delivery Roses were fully open.One day after delivery flowers were wilting. Peony was brown…read more Lilies were lovely but the rest was subpar. Would never order again.

Love this plant shop. The plants looks so healthy and they are definitely very well taken care of…read moreby the shop staff. Our anthurium is doing so well. Thank you for such a beautiful plant. It grew 3 new leaves since we brought it home.

Great customer service! I love the set up of the shop and the staff is very knowledgeable about…read morethe different plants.

I bought three custom t-shirts and I love them. I'm going to buy more. The quality of the shirts…read moreare great. The quality of the bling work is excellent. The speed is fast. Definitely going to use LD Designs for all my t-shirt and tote bag bling needs. Thanks, LD!

From the owner: I offer a variety of Rhinestone designs from Sports Teams, Bridal and Bachelorette Wear, to fun…read moreChildren's bling and custom designs.... Just ask and you'll be happy that you did!