“I've been using echo mulch for several years. I've been consistently happy with materials and the service. Generally speaking the deliveries have been within the expected window and has been delivered in the area I indicated at check.”
11:30AM - 5:30PM
6004 College Ave, Oakland
Nurseries And Gardening
“My all-time favorite plant store!! From the second you walk in you get the coziest vibe. The staff are all knowledgeable and so friendly and helpful and the selection of plants is amazing. Plus love all the Studio Ghibli merch. Oh and also love that it’s not just a shop but a community-oriented space too!”
“I ordered for a friend’s birthday today; I’m not local so I emailed and called a few times and asked for fall colors and gave some inspiration pictures. I am very happy and they turned out perfect. Would definitely order from them again!”
“I stumbled upon this shop while walking around Albany and was immediately drawn in by the Tagalog sign out front. The owner, Dom, greeted us warmly and invited us inside—even though it was past closing—which already says so much about the spirit of this place.
The moment I stepped in, I felt a sense of connection and calm. The space feels like a sanctuary—thoughtfully arranged, full of warmth, and deeply welcoming—with traces of Dom’s anitos and pamilya. The plant selection is incredible, with rare varieties, pet-friendly sections, and beautifully curated displays. The repotting space shows a commitment and mindfulness towards the customer and living plant being. (I only wish I could bring some of them back to Tucson!) Dom’s bunnies were the sweetest surprise, too.
Most of all, Dom herself makes the shop what it is. Her kindness and heart are felt in every corner. This is more than a plant shop—it’s a space of care, community, and joy.
If you’re in Albany, don’t miss it. Truly a gem.”
“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.”
“Came in for a kitchen knife, they were super helpful and showed me everything in my price range and explained pros/cons of each one. Definitely great customer service and will 100% be coming back”
“Had a wonderful experience this week ordering dirt for a pool demolition project in Concord. This company was easy to work with and had great prices. Will be back!”
“We "toured" all the refill stores around the east bay, and this is the one we've settled on as our favorite. The owner is almost always there and she is very knowledgable and helpful about all the products she carries. I'm hesitant to spread the word about the bulk Seka olive oil she carries lest there's a run on it and she has trouble keeping it in stock, but this olive oil is GREAT and at $0.60/ounce is a great deal. (You can bring your own bottle, or she has both new bottles for sale AND used bottles that she has cleaned that you can have for free). Lots of cleaning products in bulk of course, along with all sorts of products for cleaning, cooking and personal hygiene. Sweet little shop worth visiting AND adjacent to so many great spots -- Cheeseboard, Masse's and Epicurious Garden among them!”
“Today was my first time visiting Knots and Found in Martinez. I had called asking if they would be able to help a few of my neglected plants. They were super friendly and said to bring them in and they could help me. Christopher was super kind and knowledgeable. He said he’d have no issues fixing them up. I left them there and the service took about two hours. When I came back, my once very sad looking plants, looked fresh and revived! Christopher explained care instructions that were helpful to someone like me, who doesn’t have a “green thumb”. I was very impressed by the service. The shop itself is beautiful and bright. It’s hard to not want to buy more while you’re there! I will definitely be back and would highly recommend Knots and Found for all your plant needs!”
“Wonderful selection of quality plants with excellent service from friendly and knowledgeable experts. Flowerland offers a concierge experience with professionals who know their stuff and are willing to consult and offer valuable tips. Big box stores cannot match this, assuming you can even find someone willing to help. And if you do, they don’t know their perennials from the their anals ?. Flowerland prices are competitive and the atmosphere is unrivaled. Special shout to Maureen and Olivia who truly cared about our needs. As a result we left with $800 worth of plants and will be purchasing an orange tree next. As added bonus, High Wire offers excellent coffee, beans and pastries on-site in a zen garden setting. This is a special destination which deserves a visit and your business. Don’t forget to peruse the gift shop!”
“I made 3 keys at Home Depot, but don’t work. Cole hardware stuff found it issue, and made a key works.The original key is little bent , they can help made a copy key even the original is bent !”
“Last week, I purchased a pizza slicer from another store, but it broke when I attempted to use it. I came to Laurel Ace to get a replacement because I know that its products are sturdy.
Marcos, the associate who assisted me, not only directed me to the proper aisle, but, to my surprise and gratification, TESTED the slicer to make sure that it would hold up! As if this wasn't enough, I also told me that I could bring it back if I had any problems.
I ALWAYS get great service at my neighborhood Ace, but young Marcos is among the BEST associates who I've ever been blessed to deal with. You can NEVER lose by going to Laurel Ace, particularly if he assists you.”
“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”
“What a GREAT place to find natives!
Staff is knowledgeable and helpful. The prices are very reasonable.
I have high hopes for this Howard McMinn Manzanita from Oaktown that I just put in.”
“super knowledgeable and friendly staff, and it's a worker owned co-op! the plants are very well taken care of. they also sometimes have pop up booths with interesting samples and tidbits.”
“Had a wonderful time at the farm. The people here interact friendly and provide great tasting tour and care a lot on their produce . We visited on a cloudy day, and yet there were helpful and assisted with picking greens and lemons during rain. Great spot for farm outing.”
“Flowers were not delivered and delayed, but Robin at J Miller made sure my delivery for my daughter's birthday were taken with their delivery person on a Sunday. They are beautiful and the special service shows the care taken at J Miller!! Thank you all!”
“The Best neighborhood nursery hands down. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They ask how's your garden coming along? And will help you transport items to your car. I been going for the last 5 years or so. You can get all your garden needs taken care of here.”
8:30AM - 6:30PM
2895 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill
Nurseries And Gardening
“Decent parking, helpful staff, nice looking pottery and plants. Signage could be better on their buy 1 get 1 free pottery sale...to avoid confusion put signs up in the sections that are excluded directing customers inside or to the front of the store.”
“I had a wonderful time exploring this place that is packed with plants in every corner! It was great to take the time to see everything to my heart’s desire. Such a healing place, plants are wonderful energy. People were very helpful and courteous. There’s a sale going on as well (not sure how long it will last).”
8:30AM - 4:30PM
1310 McGee Ave, Berkeley
Nurseries And Gardening
“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!”
“Wish I could give them 10 stars! And I wish I had known about them sooner instead of shopping at Home Depot for my landscaping supplies.I just discovered them from a recycling forum I am in. And although they don't sell recycled gravel - their prices and selection of the new gravel can't be beat. Plus they allow you to take a few samples for free so you can take home to see if the color and size works. This alone is better customer service that you can at Home Depot. But it gets ever better.Most of their staff is EXCEPTIONAL. I say most because there was a BIG difference in the staff at the counter in the morning versus the afternoon staff. Go in the afternoon and ask for Joe H or Feylin. Feylin was especially helpful because I was first time customer and was a bit overwhelmed initially and needed information to make my decision. Joe provided the back up when I came back later to place my order. The morning crew - maybe because it was 6:30am - was more like the staff at Home Depot.But what really motivated me to write this review was because of the service I received from Keith who packed 28 bags of gravel for me. First, Keith agreed to do it near the end of this shift after working a long day. He was so pleasant and nice while packing these heavy bags in my carTo see how hard he was working - and once again with such a wonderful attitude - is type of customer that is practically non existent at similar companies. I asked to speak to his manager, Lalo to tell him how impressed I was with KeithI was shocked that Keith and many of the other staff prefer to fill the bags of gravel by hand instead of using automated equipment. I hope Bee Green gives all the physical labor staff a gift certificate every month to get a full body massage!Loving the gravel I put in my driveway and outside my she shed.”
“My boyfriend picked up a masterbuilt grill on the morning of the 4th of July. Gavin was so kind and helpful bringing the grill out to curbside. Made it a seamless pick up.”
“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”
“My boyfriend picked up a masterbuilt grill on the morning of the 4th of July. Gavin was so kind and helpful bringing the grill out to curbside. Made it a seamless pick up.”
“I normally don't order my plants online but I took a chance and I can say it was the best choice I ever made. I have always been fascinated with dieffenbachia, i have different variations of dieffenbachia but always wanted a reflector. I discovered Crimson Horticulture Rarities on YouTube and I can honestly say I'm impressed wowed and in awe. I live in Cleveland Ohio and will be ordering more in the future. If you have never stopped in or if you are hesitant on buying your plants online stop hesitating and order from here.”
“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.”
“They are very helpfull.carry most Construction supplys or tools.its a small street which makes it tight in our big truck with all the hd trucks and deliverys but not too bad.the folks are always ready to take and fill our orders quickly so we come here often.they have quality products so dont expect cheap stuff or prices.they do deliver so you can call and stay on the job or run on down for items.”
“Apparently wine barrels are in short supply. I haven't been able to find them nearby. Found this gentlemen on google maps. Ordered 2 barrels and Chet delivered them a couple of days later. Thank you Chet.”
“This is a terrific family owned nursery that has been in Orinda for many decades. The staff is always helpful and delightful to deal with and their rose classes are especially good.”