Cricklewood is so magickal I will pilgrimage here every time I am in Bakersfield, to walk down its paths, stopping every foot or two to look all around at the everchanging displays in this living museum, plants and fountains and all the stone and wooden bunnies and mushrooms and greenery; with so many delightful crannies that evoke Andrew Marvell's injunction to sit in a green shade and think green thoughts. I agree with my mother-in-law: I want to live here. And while I cannot buy one of everything, I can sit and breathe and be one with everything. My cousin-in-law comes here every few weeks because "it's good for my soul," and I absolutely get it. Only 5 parking spaces plus 1 handicapped space, so come in the morning; on weekends, the next door business is closed so folks park there. read more

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Love the vibes and aesthetics here! You can just tell that this place is ran by someone who genuinely loves what they are doing. It is my favorite place to come when the weather is nice and I want to relax, maybe get a new plant, get inspired, or most recently pick up a new book. They just added a secret library that offers books for purchase, exchange or borrow while there. There are plenty of areas to sit down and enjoy the scenery. read more

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This little slice of heaven is a hidden gem in Bakersfield! Such beauty, you feel transported to a secret garden, you just can't believe someplace like this exists in our desert town. From tropical, hothouse, succulents, decorative, indoor, outdoor and unique plants. Including the vases and containers, furnishings for indoor and outdoor patios, and the cutest landscaping, such an array of ideas, and employees available to assist in ideas and how to care for your new goodies. I highly recommend a visit to this little escape in the heart of Bakersfield. Check hours and times of operations before you plan your visit. Don't pass this place up!!! read more

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Very nice place, but the employees there aren't as nice. They don't want you sitting in the areas for long and they follow you around if you take too long. Me and my friends were quiet, respectful and just taking pictures. Enjoying the beauty since it was pretty empty. They definitely gave racist Or homophobic. Or simply don't want people enjoying the space too long. Either way. Beware ! I I could go Into detail if needed but to keep this from being super long. Just be mindful. The employees are not as beautiful as the environment. Definitely takes away from the experience. I was going to buy a plant and decided not to due to their weird behavior, lies and following us read more

OVER-PRICED!! unless your buying gold plants . The grass she installed died and was set up to be watered as prescribed. She sent a bill 2 months after completion saying we owed her more money????? For Dead Grass?? read more

Cricklewood - This is the Job Joanne did at our house. Horrible don't let her near you. Way Overpriced shop elsewhere. The grass died. We watered it . - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This nursery is wonderful and has such a unique vibe. It is incredibly charming! The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable. Most importantly, the plants are very well cared for. As a plant mama, I know their prices may be a little bit more than if you were to buy from bigger named places like Lowe's and Home Depot but quality is very important! Support small businesses if you can and shop local. Follow their Instagram for updates! They are active on their account and post often on their stories when they restock. Heads up: If you are using google maps to get here, slow down a little as you approach or you might miss the small lot. I didn't and definitely bumped my tire on the sidewalk. read more

Cricklewood - Gorgeous indoor plant selection - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I've driven by Cricklewood literally hundreds of times over the years, apparently, and yet I had no clue what it was or how charming this place was to walk through. I ended up not buying anything today because I'm just browsing, planning a succulent garden right now, but all their prices I thought were very reasonable compared to some of the other places in town with outrageous markups. There was such a peaceful atmosphere to the place, I have half a mind to show up at 5 am with a thermos of coffee and a lawn chair, enjoy my mornings in the little secret garden vibe they've got going on. read more

Cricklewood - Shop Entrance - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This place is just MAGICAL. A little fairy oasis tucked in our town off of Brundage. I find myself wandering throughout the entire shop every time I come in. One of my favorite places to be is the green house, where they keep all the indoor house plants! The room is walled with translucent green paneling, making the room glow green under the sun. There are also little stone paths the wind around water fountains! This place is so whimsical! Their plant selection is different every time, but I always find something new here. Last time I stopped by, I impulse bought a fish bone succulent, and a hoya obovata! Anyone who loves cottage core should make the trip to this place! The only thing I wish, was that they were open more days of the week! read more

I absolutely love this local nursery!!! A hidden treasure in town for sure! Thanks to my plant and gardening groups. It was posted and recommended by a few members so I decided to check them out. So glad it finally had time to go. They have a great selection of plants, both indoor and outdoor plants. And a variety of succulents and cacti as well. Staff are friendly and helpful. Parking is a bit of a hassle... not very easy to get in and out. They are only open a few days a week and hours are limited but if you do find time to go it is worth it. read more

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I needed some new plants to spruce up the vibe in my room and I came across the most wonderful thing, this place is definitely worth coming to if you're In need of a simple tree or a beautiful flower, also a cute date idea! read more

Cricklewood - Heart plant (: - Nurseries & Gardening Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I'm so glad I finally stopped into this secret garden - after years and years of passing by. Cricklewood is a true secret garden and total Oasis in the city of Bakersfield. Located on Brundage Road you may never have paid it any attention. Blink and you'll miss it! The parking lot is pretty tight and non-existent but visit during the weekend and you'll have extra space in front of the print-shop that isn't open. You can always parking in the side street too. When we arrived it was pretty busy. The garden is small, narrow, and tight in many places which can be uncomfortable for some and may be difficult for children or those with mobility issues. In fact, wheelchair accessibility may be rough since much of the ground is uneven. Just take note! We were able to meander around and check everything out. Everywhere you looked there was something to see. There was even a large greenhouse with tons of indoor plants. Need a special planter? This is your spot! They had tons of unique planters in all shapes and sizes. All with really great prices that rival any big box store. Inside their gift shop is like a transport back into time. Everything about it is cozy and inviting. I could have easily made myself at home in their comfy chairs with a cup of tea and a good book. I was able to purchase a gorgeous bromeliad for my mother-in-law on for Mother's Day and will definitely be returning to explore more. Everything about this place fuels my soul and is an instant serotonin boost. read more

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The two ladies that work here are very calm and collected ladies. They have been here for over two decades and i can say they've been doing a great job. This place is so lovely. I went on a rainy day and i felt like it wasn't even in Bakersfield but in a forest ! I got 4 beautiful plants for not too bad of a price. Most things are VERY pricey but if you look around hard enough you will find great deal. Even comes with a displayed house which was quite cool. read more

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I normally would give it 5 stars. I've been going here for almost 2 years now and never had a issue until today. I Miss the sweet girls that used to be in there and didn't make rude comments and actuallyhelped you. I'm buying the plant I like of course im going to look through them and find what I want. If you are worried about the plants being so close together and them breaking them spread them out! Sad because I don't think I'll be going back. read more

Fabulous place! I haven't been there in years as we moved away, but my recent visit was as good or better than I remember. A five star business, for sure. Friendly and helpful staff too! read more

A beautiful secret oasis in Bakersfield. The nursery carries tropical plants that are usually hard to find anywhere else. The staff is friendly and welcoming too! This review is short because this place is hard to put into words. It's an experience and atmosphere unlike others in town. It feels like a getaway. read more

I had heard about this place from multiple people so I finally decided to go for a drive with my daughter. O-M-G!! I loved everything about this nursery. The plants are in great condition and they have a wide variety of them in their greenhouse. read more

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I love coming to this nursery. It's seriously the secret garden of Bakersfield. I love how it's so aesthetically pleasing and calming even tho it's on one of the most busiest streets. I love when they have different plants to offer that aren't found at other nurseries or big box stores. They also have 4inch potted plants! I love them small as I can make room for more plants read more

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You'd miss this place if you blink!! But it is the best place for a nursery!! Its absolutely so tranquil and beautiful. They have garden concrete furniture, decorations, pots, glass vases, a shop with lots of cute ideas and knick knacks. Beautiful selection of plants, trees, succulents. You can go wrong, you'll find so much to love! The girls that work there are very friendly and helpful. read more

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This place is adorable and the girls working here are really knowledgeable! My kids loved running through the plants and petting the cats they found. I loved the warmed nursery area with the tropical plants. We came home with a beautifully aged terra-cotta pot filled with tulip bulbs but I had my eye on some Calatheas, a Norfolk pine, some cacti and a fiddle leaf fig. Next time for sure! We will be back! read more

This place is the stuff of your fanciful childhood dreams. If you are fan of The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett you will love this place. It is a lush garden paradise almost completely shaded by climbing greenery. There are many water features to admire, a resident cat (who acts more like a dog), coffee, and a greenhouse. This place always makes me feel like I'm in a small English cottage. It's like being transported to England right in the middle of Bakersfield. One of Bakersfield's best kept secrets! read more

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I went here with a friend/neighbor who loves this place and I was so excited to see how cute this place is!!! I was in ah! I love how their is a parlor there too. The set up was cute and the variety of plants, succulents cacti and more was great. Prices not too bad on the plants. I went with a flowering kale I was being good and bought one item! We also ran into a woman who is in our Bakersfield succulent group my friend and I created so that was nice to meet her!! read more

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This is like a little private secret garden oasis in the middle of town. A great selection of plants, pottery, and everything is staged so well! There are fountains that relax you and a cute cat that wanders around. Super helpful staff and they box your plants so beautifully! Smaller than most nurseries but sooooo worth the trip. Support small business and go visit! You'll be glad you did!!! read more

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Best secret garden spot in town! Highly recommend! Great prices! Beautiful plants. Customer service was great, too.

One of my favorite nurseries. It's beautiful and I love walking around and looking at the beautiful pottery and flowers. There is nothing like this place in Bakersfield. Well worth a visit! read more

Absolutely amazing on the inside. It's relaxing to walk thru and look at all the stuff they've got in the green house and garden. Water fountains, a nice relaxing patio next to a water fountain, lots of hanging plants etc. no traffic noise. Nice escape to go to for a brief break. The staff are also very friendly and helpful. It's been open for 3O+ yrs yet I just barely found out about it recently. They're open wed thru sat 10-4. Felt good to spend time there. I genuinely felt I wasn't in town while I was there. read more

This place is awesome. This is by far the best place in town for plants and arrangements. They have an incredibly well stocked greenhouse and if you're like me and would rather give a live plant than cut flowers that will soon be dead, their delivery fees are very reasonable and their arrangements are beautiful. They have a great selection of both green and flowering plants and the staff is really great about putting something together for you over the phone. One more awesome thing would be the grounds itself. There is an amazing botanical garden there for you to stroll though as well as a gift shop with a ton of unique gifts for both the home and garden. read more

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First the shop is amazing and adorable. The owner helped us, taught us about the plants we were interested in and even had trouble shooting tips to plant, care for the plants if they start getting weird, and they were even giving out pizza and cupcakes. Super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. read more

Absolute favorite!! Beautiful selection of plants that are all so well taken care of, and a super friendly staff to answer any questions. They were even passing out homemade cookies when my boyfriend and I last visited, which stole his heart lol. Will be back often! read more

Before I retired, I would sometimes spend my lunch hour here. It's always so quiet and peaceful. The selection of house plants is quite varied and all are fresh and ready to enjoy. read more

I can't express how much I love this magical spot. It's like stepping out of the heat of Bakersfield and into a cool garden oasis. This is the best place to go for a gorgeous living floral gift for someone but it's also much more than a mere retail store...I've been having them replanting pots in our yard, fixing sprinklers, servicing our fountain and much more for years. Our beautiful yard is a testament to the knowledgeable and hard working staff of Cricklewood. I don't know what I'd do without them! read more

Love the lushness of their garden showcase. Inspiring to see every little nook and cranny filled with delightful plants, pots & curios. I've purchased a fiddle leaf fig tree and stag-horn fern. If your a plant nut or garden lover do yourself a favor and plan a visit. read more

My favorite place to get all my plants!! The workers are so knowledgeable of all their plants and let you know how to take care of them. Such a wide variety selection and such a cute atmosphere not to mention the cute little kitty. read more

A wonderful place for plants, rare and common. Extremely knowledgeable staff, friendly and accommodating. My patio and home are a testament to their great creativity. A must see read more

I love visiting Crickelwood Creek, it's like being in a secret garden with surprises around every corner and the staff is delightful.

OMG THIS IS THE BEST NURSERY EVER! My boyfriend and I drove 1.5 hours to look at plants in Bakersfield and we stopped here while waiting for another nursery to open. To make a long story short, we had such a good experience here that I'm taking my mom back on Saturday! They had great plants, excellent customer service, and the atmosphere was awesome! read more

Love this nursery. It's absolutely stunning, and they always have a wide selection of houseplants.

bought a dracaena plant for $21 went to lowes for lumber and saw the same plant for 3 for 19.95.not only does this place have dusty old plants its a ripoff.shop around before you spend your money there.I believe most of the 5 stars are from employees, read more

Came in here the other day- BEAUTIFUL little place, like walking into someone's gorgeous garden. And that's the trouble- unless you regularly shop for plants out of a friend's garden. There's no organization at all, and no way to know which plants are for sale, some of them are so 'grown into' the garden, I can't imagine they could be for sale. Interesting that this place is completely shaded, and has so many water features, it's like walking into a giant greenhouse. I don't know that I could ever simulate those growing conditions at my house, in Bakersfield, in the DESERT, so I'm not sure what people are buying here. I wandered around for a bit, never saw an employee, or was approached by one. I finally found a little room that clearly had plants for sale, took a look at a small Philodendron that stood about a foot high, turned the pot around and saw a price of 32 dollars!!! After I scooped my jaw off the ground, I hustled right out of there. read more