The only strange thing about Strange's is the fact that it doesn't have better reviews. The…read morecustomer service and plant selection at the Mechanicsville location is wonderful! When my girlfriend and I moved recently, one of our goals (in true broke hipster fashion) was to fill up the new house with as many plants as possible. We had made a couple trips to Lowe's, but were disappointed in how much they were charging for such a small selection of plants, many of which appeared to be already dying. We had no idea that Strange's was only a few minutes away from our new house until I searched Yelp for nearby nurseries, and we decided to check it out despite the mediocre reviews. The employee at the front counter greeted us and directed us to the houseplants, which were all stored in the massive greenhouse next door. They were largely sorted by species, but there were also several smaller sections for everything you could possibly need or want: low-maintenance plants, pet-safe plants, air-purifying plants, etc. Many of the tables also had signs that briefly explained how much water, sun, and care a given plant would need to thrive. Thanks to these useful bullet points and the straightforward layout of the store, it only took us about twenty minutes to pick out our perfect plants. When we went to check out, we spoke with another employee to make sure that everything we were about to buy would survive under the care of two first-time plant moms, and thankfully she assured us that all of our new babies would be fine. We ended up spending $150 on about a dozen plants and succulents, which would've only gotten us two and a half palm trees at Lowe's. All of the plants we got are thriving, and Strange's helpful signs and employees played a huge part in that. We'll definitely be returning here when we decide to expand our indoor jungle. Obviously, I can't speak to the delivery side of Strange's, but if you're looking for quality houseplants in RVA, this place is a one-stop-shop.

I love everything about this store. It has what your heart desires. I bought lots of plants,…read moreoutdoor lights, and pottery. The Christmas season is the best and I go crazy in that store. For me, it is my favorite Nursery. I live in Florida but my kids live in Mechanicsville VA. When we visit, I make sure I come to your store and shop. Thank you

It was truly amazing to work with Deanna and her team on an event this past weekend. I was about to…read moreshare my vision with her through Pinterest images and have it come to life. I would highly recommend working with Strawberry Fields Flowers. The shop is very cute too! It is full of gift ideas for you and your friends! They also offer classes, I can't wait to try one!

This lovely arrangement was a delightful surprise. Fragrant flowers naturally combined.read more

We ordered flowers from these wonderful people for a funeral. The peace lillies were gorgeous and…read moreother arrangements were fresh and well put together. I will buy all my flowers from Carter's in the future.

I ordered flowers from this florist for my wife and they arrived half dead. Petals were missing…read morefrom a 1/4 of the flowers, including one of the orchids. The flowers appeared as though they were flowers that were on their last leg and would soon end up in the trash. Not only that but the arrangement was not done well. The back was completely neglected. Any experienced florist knows that the arrangement should look good from all sides. I will NEVER order from here again.

Maryjane is now my go to florist. I found her from a wedding photo that had my ideal wedding…read morebouquets. Maryjane was always incredibly responsive and pleasant to talk to. My bouquets were beautiful. She's so creative and I love that she grows many of her own flowers and plants and supports many local causes and businesses! She's a true gem and I couldn't have been more satisfied with her service.

MJ is a hidden gem! My husband and I knew we wanted our wedding decor to be primarily candles, with…read morea minimal touch of florals. Our venue recommended several florists, but all of them had huge minimums that would provide florals far beyond our vision. After searching around, I was THRILLED to stumble across MJ on Yelp. Her floral designs are beautiful! From simple and classic to vibrant and eccentric, she can do it all. MJ was a pleasure to work with from our very first phone call. She broke down everything for me from sizes to types of flowers, and was extremely flexible with my changing vision along the way. Working with her was a breeze, and her floral expertise is undeniable! We ended up ordering bouquets for my bridesmaids and me that were repurposed throughout the reception space. The bouquets she put together were absolutely stunning and I genuinely couldn't be happier with how they turned out! MJ was easy to communicate with, so talented, and just an overall kind person! I hope her business continues to bloom, and I will recommend her to everyone in the RVA area! Hire her!

THE BEST FLORIST EVER!!! From the first time we met Bron and Ronnie, we knew we were in good hands…read more Their vision and creativity were amazing. We knew the flowers would be beautiful, but OMG they were so much more than just beautiful! They not only supplied the florals, but also large pictures, bars and lighting for the tables. Take a look at the pictures below.

Bron & his team made our special day perfect. The flowers, oh the flowers! They were the perfect…read morepop of color and they truly made that day magical. Bron was super knowledgable about all flower offerings and truly helped us create the perfect look that we were going for. He & his team were super easy to work with and very professional as well. He's also expanding his product offerings, and we were able to rent a smoke machine from him that made our first dance the most magical ever. I will definitely work with Bron again!

Zoie was fantastic! I called her with a last minute request and she had this beautiful arrangement…read moremade and delivered in less than 2 hours. Zoie had a wonderful demeanor and was great to work with. I am very pleased with the service I received and will be using her in the future!

I am extremely disappointed with our experience, especially because these flowers were ordered for…read moremy stepmother's funeral--an occasion where there is no opportunity to redo things afterward. We specifically ordered tall, clear glass vases and received short ceramic vases instead. We also specifically requested an all-white flower color scheme, and that is not what we received. Before the service, we expressed concerns about how everything was being handled and were assured that it would all turn out fine. Unfortunately, it did not. What was delivered was not what we ordered or expected for such an important and emotional occasion. We contacted the florist afterward to discuss the problems and give them an opportunity to address the situation. No one returned our call. That lack of response and accountability was especially upsetting considering this was for a funeral and the mistakes could not simply be corrected later. We understand that mistakes can happen. What we cannot understand is failing to communicate with a grieving family after those mistakes are brought to your attention. We paid for specific arrangements for my stepmother's funeral, did not receive what we ordered, and then received no follow-up when we tried to resolve it. I would strongly recommend that anyone ordering flowers for a funeral or other once-in-a-lifetime event make sure every detail of their order is documented and confirmed. Based on our experience, I absolutely do NOT recommend this florist.

My friend told me about The Proper Petal and I am very happy I used them for my wedding flowers. I…read moreordered 4 total bouquets and 5 boutonnieres. This was a smaller order for them but they were happy to help. I sent a couple of emails with pictures to give them an idea of what I was looking for and they nailed it. The wedding was held two hours away from them but luckily they coordinated with my photographer (who lived in their area) for her to deliver the flowers. I was originally going to put together my own bouquets but so glad I spent the money. They were very reasonable and the quality was amazing. My bridal bouquet was so beautiful, I didn't want to put it down! I would highly recommend The Proper Petal for your future floral needs!

The Proper Petal is AMAZING!!!! I can honestly say they blew us away with their work. I had some…read morevision of what I wanted for my wedding; we shared pictures, and they took it to a level that far exceeded my expectations. Their inspiration and artistry were remarkable. I heard from guest after guest after guest that our flowers were the most beautiful flowers they had ever seen at a wedding. My mother was so pleased with Kristen & Sarah's work she wanted to take every flower back home to Massachusetts with her after the wedding. Kristen and Sarah covered the spectrum. My bouquet was remarkable, they put together gorgeous arrangements for our rehearsal dinner & wedding, and they even decorated barn doors we made that were supposed to be on the lawn for our reception. Unfortunately by mid afternoon the forecast was looking terrible, and they rearranged the flowers and greenery inside the tent and created another masterpiece. I have never seen anything more spectacular! They were so easy to work with and super responsive. I highly recommend them for all your floral needs!

Wonderful local florist. I went in only knowing that I wanted stargazer lilies for my wedding…read morebouquet, and they created a stunning arrangement for an incredibly fair price. Exceptional customer service too, because my wedding was on a Saturday (when they are closed) and the owner came in to allow me to pick up my flowers that morning. Try getting a chain to do that!