A tale of Succulents to Invasive Species!…read more While my experience with stand-alone Nurseries is generally limited as opposed to "hybrid" places that combine Hardware &/or Farm Supplies shops [or even Big Box stores like HD], this cute place is one of my favorite places to stop once in a while. The owner and workers are friendly and knowledgeable. The owner even provided a cautionary tale of his ongoing issues with a certain invasive bedding plant that seems to be everywhere on the grounds. In any case, whenever I am on the hunt for more succulents to add to my collection or even for advice on them, the owner here is super-nice. While I somehow always overthink succulent care, he is one of the few people who know how to set me straight with practical advice. The proof is that he practices what he preaches: to take small pieces of some succulents and throw them into the space in another potted plant. While not a sure thing, it seems to work well for him at least. Using some of that advice, some of the cuttings I have tried to root over time have finally developed roots and even flowered over months, not weeks. It sometimes seems like "magic". If there is one sure Kryptonite for most succulents is over-watering or even excess moisture. Cuttings, pups, and leaves need to be left to callous over before watering. Fungus growth can be an issue, or even kill anything placed in the soil right away...with a few exceptions [like some elongated Echeveria fallen stems that we directly placed into the ground]. Succulents are just a weird bunch of plants that are extremely diverse. Many actually came from South Africa and many of the coast plants that one sees on the Central Coast Beaches and along the 101 are actually invasive Ice Plants...which are succulents as well. While you rarely may or may not get a hefty fine for picking a California Poppy growing like a weed in some parks, picking an invasive Ice Plant is typically not such a big deal. Ironically, even though there are projects to remove invasive species from beaches or coastal areas, Ice Plants are still sold in plant stores. Of course, some plants can & will invade one's garden, and even at Cherry Lane, they have a problem with another invasive bedding plant as well...which grows all over the place. As far as IcePlants go the reason that they were introduced in California in the first place was to help stabilize the vast tracks of railroad area soil with the plants. Unfortunately, they did little to help and then went on to invade most California Beaches, most Coastal areas, along vast areas of 101 freeway and the exits and entrances, and even many nature preserves at least along the CA Central Coast. They can become quite dense in some areas and some varieties are even edible thus one can see rabbits populate some coastal succulent-filled areas. Speaking of edible invasive plants one can find in California, quite oddly from a former NYer perspective is seeing common Fennel growing wild. Please try not to pick it since one rare butterfly needs them. Here are some references: https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Plants/Dont-Plant-Me/Iceplant https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/feb15/invasive-species.html https://www.cal-ipc.org/resources/library/publications/ipcw/report25/ https://www.epicgardening.com/invasive-plant-species-in-california/ https://www.santacruzwaves.com/2014/10/the-best-thing-to-do-with-ice-plant-in-california-pickle-it/ https://www.treehugger.com/everything-you-need-know-about-succulents-4863818 https://succulentcity.com/how-to-propagate-succulents/ https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/is-it-really-illegal-to-pick-a-california-poppy/ https://www.kqed.org/news/11632954/can-you-go-to-jail-for-picking-californias-state-flower

This nursery has a wide variety of plants, all Assessories to keep your garden in top shape. John…read moreand staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. Always worth the drive.

We were visiting from out of town and were looking for a particular plant and called and spoke with…read moreMr. Ramirez and decided to make a visit to the nursery. We are glad we did as we enjoyed seeing all the plants available, and when we found the plant we wanted but needed a five gallon rather than a gallon container size, he said he would go to another site and in minutes he came back with what we needed! The price and experience was great and we highly recommend Ramirez Nursery.

They have GREAT prices on wonderful plants! They also have some REALLY nice water fountains at…read morevery good prices too! Juan even had his guys deliver one to our backyard, at a low price, and it was VERY Heavy! I highly recommend Ramirez nursery! (Just be patient with them).

Both Ron's and Ron himself - along with his staff - are a very valuable commodity in these days…read more What you will find there are superbly presented products offered by kind and considerate hosts who are expert and experienced in their field. Anyone can stock shelves. But few do it with the same care and aesthetic sensibility as Ron & Company. Theirs is a quality curation of fairly-priced offerings crafted by local and national artisans. Plants, candles, greeting cards, soaps, scents, ceramics, figurines....the list goes on. From the cozy and historic main shop to the sun-drenched plant yard out back, if you can't find a gift for a friend here...or two for yourself...well, it would be just as miraculous as the more than 100 years this lovely building that has been continually in service of to the Central Coast. Visiting the 5-ciites area and looking for a great drive? Well, start in Shell Beach and head south to Pismo Beach via HWY 1. Motor through Oceano and turn left on Halcyon Road. Ron's will be just up on your left. Stop in and check it out. It's a very cool place at the end of a very cool drive...

We happened upon this gem of a place while traveling through Arroyo Grande. What a great selection…read moreof succulents and gifts. And some very unique one-of-a-kind items. Ron and Peggy are very knowledgeable and it's obvious they really enjoy their work. We will definitely be back when in the area

Great prices, very healthy plants and friendly service. Great selection of succulents.read more

Small venue. But excellent healthy plants!…read more I plan to return with my truck to get a few of the more mature plants. Helpful and friendly atmosphere.

I always get my rocks and sand for yard projects at Stix-N-Stones. When you arrive some…read moreimmediately comes up to help you. They stock some affordable succulents and plants too with knowledgeable help. The owner even gave my son a baseball cap because we go there often.

Great service and friendly staff, it is rare to have a great in person shopping experience and the…read morefolks out here excel in that aspect

Great staff, friendly, and knowledgeable. Good selection and prices. I highly recommend Sweet…read moreHarvest.

got two... now looking to add two more to our garden. the mesh is key to keep away the moles and…read moregophers .

I bought 2 garden beds from Josh a few months ago and I am SO happy with how they look in my…read morebackyard... They are sturdy, well built, and absolutely beautiful. He even drove from Santa Maria to Santa Barbara to deliver it for me and helped me bring them into my backyard ! Highly recommend !!!

evil evil people to me and I have a permit ‍old and cranky lady. I have a degree in horticulture…read moreand was told about this place. I don't know why she was mean. He was super nice but I think she told him not to talk to me.

Really wonderful owners and amazing selection of plants. Also, very competitive prices. Highly…read morerecommend!