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    Shore Gardens Nursery

    4.7 (83 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Nancie M.

    Lovely place with huge variety of plants and great pricing. Hidden gem right here in San Clemente since early 50's

    Annie D.

    Stopped by this nursery on a whim as I was driving down a side street in San Clemente. I was amazed at the variety and quality of the plants on display. I spoke with Wyatt, and he gave me all kinds of suggestions on my garden, why my lavender wouldn't grow and what would go great with it. I bought some butterfly bushes and some daisies, the prices were very reasonable. I felt I could actually grow these in my garden with success. And if not, Wyatt offered to help me figure out what I had done wrong. I highly recommend this nursery!

    Shore Gardens staff are always knowledgeable. Pleased that Quinn helped me with repotting this indoor favorite.

    Darcel R.

    What is not to love about this nursery, everyone is so helpful and very hands-on, I have never had a problem with any of the plants, vegetables,. I always buy my milkweed every year from them.

    Anh N.

    Beautiful place, friendly staffs, I live 40 minutes away from here, accidentally came here and I really love it. Many types of trees, flowers, and fruit trees. I will come back soon next time, highly recommend

    Quinn helping me pick flowers for my front flower bed.
    j S.

    The absolute best people work here!!!! I have the prettiest garden thanks to the guys and all the beautiful plants they sell here. Truly thank he best "go to" in town!!!

    Caroleann B.

    My daughter, sister and I happen to fall upon this garden shop while searching for a parking spot. What a cute find too! It's a bit bigger than it appeared from the street. Inside the main store you will find the fertilizer's and such along with some indoor plants, beautiful ones too. There is a door that will lead you outdoors where you will be surrounded by beautiful arrangements and potted plants and flowers. You will find them hanging on the walls, placed on the shelves, and on the ground. During our visit there were three employees that were checking on you asking if we had any questions. They were very friendly, knowledgable and very helpful. An example of helpful, instead of pointing in a direction where a plant you asked about, they walked you to it and if it wasn't there, they continued to look for it until it was located. You will find and array of succulents and others plants you may or may not find in your local garden store. I noticed more plants that I didn't find in my home and garden store. I did find the prices on some familiar plants to be more than what I am used to seeing. But, this may be expected considering the location of the spot. The plants are well taken care of as well as the grounds. While we were there, all three employees were caring for the plants. I did purchase a succulent and a clay pot with the base which I thought to be a reasonable price. And, what a nice surprise when I checked-in, a free 2 inch succulent! So don't forget to check-in. There are places to walk to and enjoy a bite before or after stopping at Shore Gardens. I know I would come back here to take a peek and even make another purchase. I know I could say the same for my sister and daughter. Thank you guys for making our visit to the Shore Gardens a pleasant one.

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    Natalie B.

    Since my first review we've continued to frequent this nursery because we just love it! My husband gifts me with plants and flowers from there which always makes for the best surprise.

    Hidden gem of San clemente! You can tell all of the greenery is well taken care of. Staff was kind and helped me pick out plants that would do the best in my apartment with the sunlight I get, and gave me clear advice on how to take care of my plants. Great selection, cool people, will definitely be coming back.

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