We got a Christmas tree from the Happy Land Farm at their Keg and Case sale location the day after…read moreThanksgiving and got a fresh cut before we left. Our tree was still taking water when we had to put it out for collection on January 10! It was a great tree and we plan to go back next year. It was definitely worth it for the quality and convenience! The staff were very helpful and it was an easy process.

Might be the best in St Paul. This location is closed but they are now at 928 7th St W, St Paul, MN…read more55102 at Keg and Case.

I no longer shop at this hardware store because it's no longer owned by Ace…read more Frattallone's is too lazy to go online which makes them a poor choice if your looking for a specific item in a hurry. So if you're a property manager, this place sucks. Go with a REAL Ace hardware store.

Such a great store with a little of everything and very helpful staff. I love the way the store has…read morefilled three floors of a historic building. While prices might be a bit higher than big box retailers, it is so worth it not to have make the long drive.

Ho ho ho! This is my FAVORITE spot for 18 years to find thick lush FRESH and VERY healthy xmas…read moretrees! And at better prices than private commercial vendors. But the BEST NEWS is 100 % of profits go towards Forestry students' SCHOLARSHIPS and educational events! Yyyaaayyy! These luscious trees all carefully grown locally at TEC Trees owned by retired forestry Prof Carl Vogt ( donated) and the Wolcyn Tree Farm, are EACH carefully HARVESTED by the students who ALSO stand in the freeeezing cold from black friday until they run out, sunday to saturday. Their office is a rented trailer. They are naturally tree experts at trimming roping and attaching them PROPERLY to your car ( no flying missile trees on 694) !! They also sell simple wreaths and evergreen roping! So slip in that xmas CD and enjoy!

Unfortunately due to the pandemic they are not selling them this year…read more https://forestryclub.cfans.umn.edu/christmas-tree-lot

Super friendly and a great deal. Nice selection, really helpful. And free warm up drinks!read more

Tis the season! This tree lot is friendly, festive and charming! What a beautiful way to shop local…read moreand help support the school and church by purchasing a tree or wreath. This is my second year and I plan on making this a tradition because the volunteers here are extremely supportive and knowledgeable. This lot will cut your tree down to the size you need and help bundle it into or onto your vehicle, has complimentary hot chocolate inside the trailer warming house, contains a crackling fire pit, accepts credit cards, and is such a joyous experience. Come see for yourself. Merry Christmas!

Father Joe Connelly humorous and good natured with touch of the Irish. Be not confused he will…read moreprovide homilies that hit right between the eyes when appropriate and you know it coming straight from above. As a new parishioner I am privileged to have learned more in these short years than in most of my life about God. Isn't church where we go to be tested in who we are? Tested about our faith hope and charity towards our fellow man? Aren't we responsible for each and every person in this world? Do we feed the hungry? Cloth the poor? House the homeless? Share the Word of God especially to those who have forgotten? All this and so much more is our priest Father Joe. We are so grateful blessed and lucky.

The first weekend in December is the Christmas show. This is what I go to. It's vendors of all…read morekinds of crafts, food, etc. I come to pick up sauce, soup, jams, salsa from the Green Girl Grower. She's located downstairs. Plenty of gift ideas here. It's a huge place. As you drive in on the right are all kinds of Xmas trees for sale. Huge parking lot in the front and back and they need it. It gets packed in here. I'd suggest go as early as you can. The actual city is Oakdale.

Watch these guys on their special sales. Was just in for the 20% Senior and Military discount to…read morepick up some items. Got up to the register to pay, they ran the charges through and I was about to leave the store when I did a quick math check and determined that I didn't get a discount for my biggest item. Went back to the register and was told that the bag of fertilizer I bought was "on sale" for $5 cheaper than the normal price and didn't qualify for any of he 20% discount. No sign that this was the case on either the discount flier or at the product display location in the store. Heading to Suburban Ace hardware next time.

I came in for a as many plants as my car could fit. Zeke was a HUGE help in ringing everything up,…read moreas well patience when I came back in 2 more times with things I forgot to get the first time through. He was nothing but smiles and helpful. .

Got a couple of flowers for an outdoor planter, and considering it's mid June, I was happy to see…read moresuch variety. Regretfully I didn't go inside to check out the goods, but outside... there was an abundance of flowers, herbs, succulents, plants, small decor and others. Signage for price, clearance (in the back towards alley), and shaded plants were clearly marked. I appreciate that while the staff was kind, they weren't overbearing and allowed you to shop and your pace. I ended up needing advice and found someone who was very helpful. They have shopping carts (I didn't notice baskets), but the space is so tight, I didn't bother using one. As for parking, it's just street parking but I was able to find a spot on the parkway. Anyway, I've passed by so many times and don't know why it took so long to stop in, but glad I finally did.

Such helpful and knowledgeable staff! If you get overwhelmed, just ask! I stopped in to find a new…read morepot for a plant that was getting too tall, and one of the staff members spent 20 minutes with me pulling down pots to try and find the perfect one. Then, I asked what type of soil, and they looked up the plant in a database and and gave me a suggestion. I ended up getting my pots, soil, and a new plant (because of course) and they walked me to my car to help me carry everything even though it was cold out. Amazing service, great selection, and a gem of a small business!

Good quality floral shop that has everything you need!…read more Expensive but a nice variety of flowers, trees, bushes, pots, mulch and more! Minnesota's largest selection of shrubs! Tons of friendly staff working if you have questions or need assistance! Free parking lot, overflow parking across the street! Bathrooms available Monday 7AM-8:30PM Tuesday 7AM-8:30PM Wednesday 7AM-8:30PM Thursday 7AM-8:30PM Friday 7AM-8:30PM Saturday 7AM-8:30PM Sunday 8AM-7PM We love Gertens but went for the Gertens After Dark event - so much fun! Stayed open after hours, Fallen from KDWB was there, food trucks, sales, wine and more

First visit to Gertens. Wow! What a place. If you need something for gardening and you can't find…read moreit here, it doesn't exist. You are first greeted with parking. Don't let it intimidate you. People are coming and going frequently and I saw spots opening all the time. If you know exactly what you want, ask one of the employees. They are all over the place and knowledgeable about the stock. If you want to browse, grab a cart and enjoy all the beautiful colors and shapes of the plants. The variety is great. I'd definitely go back.

I always have great service and great people working there the Garden department especially Mark…read moreand Andrea are top-notch!

Very nice store with nice people. Called ahead to make certain they had the item in stock. Told…read morethem I was driving 40 miles one way and needed to verify the item was in stock. "Yup, they have it." I get there and the item is out of stock.

It may not look like much from the outside, but the entire first floor of this building is packed…read morewith beauty AND function. Polish decorative pottery greats you at the front door, an entire kitchen is full of more. The living room is full of art and sculpture (among many other things), and jewelry makes up most of the dining room We went in on a whim during the Grand Meander, and will certainly be back. Awesome place for unique unforgettable gifts