“Bonnie is awesome. She has answered so many of my newbie questions about growing tomatoes and helped me get the right stuff! This place seems like a great nonprofit, and the space is so peaceful.”
“Stopped here for a last minute bouquet to bring to a friend’s graduation party. Told the shopkeeper to keep it under $25, mentioned a couple of colors, and let him do his thing. Turned out to be one of the most beautiful bouquets I’ve ever seen. The grad loved her flowers. Will definitely come back to support this local, family-owned business.”
11:30AM - 6:30PM
6004 College Avenue, Oakland
Nurseries And Gardening
“I reached out to Planterday regarding plant tips for a plant I didn’t even purchase from their store and they were incredibly helpful! I am so appreciative of their kindness, and they are extremely knowledgeable. 10/10! If I am ever in the area I will definitely be stopping by and picking up some new plants. Thanks again for all your help!”
“excellent store, great staff, good selection.
If you're looking for cheap, poor quality tools, this is not the place. If you believe in paying what it costs to have handmade tools made by true craftspeople, then you're lucky to live in an area that has Hida Tools.”
“Wonderful selection of unique plants. Owner is very helpful and realistic about what plants will do well in which conditions. I got several great plants from them and am very happy that I supported them. They are Filipino owned and have several cultural offerings as well. Love this place!”
“Thank you so much! We ordered the Divine Peace Bouquet for a family member's vigil and funeral. The staff member who helped me was very kind, knowledgable and was a great help to me. The entire transaction was seamless. The bouquet was delivered on time, and was so beautiful with a glass cross as the center piece. The family appreciated it. I highly recommend J Miller Flowers!”
“Great people, plants, personalities, pots. I've been coming here for years and they are helpful and lovely. Support small businesses! It's not easy out there, especially right now.”
“I needed a good soil for my 7 fruit/veggie garden beds. I was browsing their site and had questions, used their 'text us' feature and they responded back to me once their store opened, they responded and answered all my questions about the delivery procedure and gave me advice on which soil to use. It was a casual low pressure convo throughout the morning and finally called to get the deal done and set up for the delivery of 5cu yds I needed. Good communication by txt about the upcoming delivery and when the truck arrived, I was off-site but had the area prepped and the driver dropped it off perfectly on the tarp. I had a great experience and the soil is great so far, seeds already sprouting! Will be back for more materials!”
“Never thought I would review a hardware store but the people that work at Coles really make it something special. They are all so sweet and helpful! Not to mention they really do have everything you might need.. love this place!”
“my favorite store in East Bay! they have an excellent selection of refillable soaps, cleaners, cosmetics, spice, oils, and vinegars (to name a few!). plus the staff is very helpful and prices are competitive. I love this place!”
“As a professional gardener this is my favorite nursery to buy plants from for my own garden. No other nursery comes close to their variety of herbs & vegetables.
Happy to donate extra when I can to support their mission ♥”
“It’s such a vibe …perfect place for a mother to listen for my next plant babies to whisper to me?. Also everyone is very knowledgeable and attentive. The plants are priced reasonably and are quality plants”
“Deceptively small storefront, this location is huge. Also super friendly staff and birds. If you aren't interested in the fancy pot something is in, you don't have to buy it if you already have planters or pots at home you want to use. Prices are pretty good too.”
9:30AM - 5:30PM
350 San Leandro Boulevard, San Leandro
Nurseries And Gardening
“My enthusiasm with coming here is because of a few remarkably well experienced employees. People that live with plants are really helpful when it comes to making decisions about my next plant, or addressing a houseplant I already have. Landscapers are probably the bighest customers. I do buy outdoor perennials and annuals here. And I also enjoy looking over the biggest plants on display. We all need good examples.”
“I looked far and wide for a certain cycad and found it here. The selection was fantastic, and the help was so useful. They have an extensive selection of various plants.”
“This is my favorite nursery! They have a great selection of local native plants that are also healthy, well-sourced, and good price. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. I love their online inventory and order system; they will pull and hold orders, and it’s easy to get there and park. Their demonstration gardens are beautiful and helpful too.”
“Mack's is the best. The very best. Mack is the most helpful. Make sure you ask for Mack. They really know how to treat customers. I'm always happy coming to visit this store.”
“Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. They had 3 plants I have not found anywhere else. I’m so happy I was able to buy local. The space is out there, but apparently they have musical acts on the weekends. Great space for entertaining and enjoying the nursery around you.”
9AM - 5:30PM
1272 Gilman Street, Berkeley
Nurseries And Gardening
“My favorite local plant nursery. Tons of plant selections and they specifically always have a decent sized California native section which is always changing and has lots of good stuff. Very friendly and helpful staff as well.”
“I don't live in the area but always look at this place when I drive by for work. I finally had the chance to go back on a weekend and walk around at this beautiful Nursery. Purchased a few plants but wished I grabbed a more. Such a great place and definitely will make time to go back.”
“Can't believe the deals and quality in this place and the service is top notch. The water fountains are stocked by the dozens with statues and benches and bird baths too. You gotta check this place out!”
“Gardensia is amazing! ti is incredibly helpful and knowledgable and the environment is fabulous. Just bought two incredible metal sculptures, pricing is great and he is super helpful and delightful to work with.”
“Crimson is a beautifully curated plant-filled dream in Temescal Alley.
This is my happy place when I am in the Bay area. A great place to pick up gifts for care packages, special plants and ceramics, scents and hand made items.”
“They shipped 3 plants all the way to Massachusetts, arrived healthy and beautiful! The first order was lost by UPS so Planting Justice quickly shipped out replacement plants and they are so healthy and well packed! Thank you, cannot wait to get these Seaberries in the ground!”
“Stop by when visiting Tilden or seeing the views from Grizzly Peak. Friendly knowledgeable staff, helpful signs on plants, healthy looking plants. Found the best crop of 1 gallon Dutchman pipevines”
“I broke a hose head one time and they gladly gave me a replacement. They always have the gardening, plumbing and automotive stuff that I need. I’ve never had a problem. Great place.”
“HUGE selection of plants, I found everything I was looking for here! If you aren't sure what to get, it's lovely to browse the nursery and find something that interests you!”
11AM - 5:30PM
1836 Fourth St, Berkeley
Nurseries And Gardening
“My wife and I have been coming by since the '80s. We never lived locally, but between the Gardener and Ocean View Dinner many of our let's get away days were made, Heck our kids grew up coming here and still do. We miss the spot that used to be out in the country dearly.”
“I love this place!! I visit my daughter 2-3 times a year and refresh her houseplants and terrariums. They have so much to choose from. The employees are very knowledgeable and helpful.”