I attended their succulent pumpkin workshop with them at Drake's and it was so fun! It included a…read moredrink ticket and we were given instructions on how to include the succulents and decorate them. They were also selling some of their plants and couldn't help but getting a few. They were also nice enough to have one of their family members at the workshop carry my plant and pumpkins to my car so I wouldn't have to take another trip. Much appreciated! They seem very knowledgeable in what they do, as well as very creative and friendly. I definitely recommend their workshops or checking out their plants. I look forward to more workshops and know where to go for if I'm looking for a succulent plant. Apparently, they are at the midtown farmers market.

TLDR: Just look at how healthy my new spring cactus I just purchased from Hella Leaf is! It's…read moreflowering (hella) profusely. I (hella) love collecting, growing, and propagating succulents. As I am writing this review in early Spring, I have just recently starting re-potting and re-arranging my gardens for the year. I had first become acquainted with Hella Leaf last year, at the Succulents, Sips, and Snacks Yelp Elite Event, where I was very impressed by Leah and her business. (For anyone who is curious, you can find my review for that event here: https://bit.ly/3MzLBcE ) So, obviously, when I noticed the Hella Leaf pop-up tent at the Midtown Farmer's Market this past weekend, I had to stop by. Inside the tent at the farmer's market, a succulent potting bar had been set up, complete with adorable planters, about a dozen varieties of rocks (including several neon colors), and boxes full of tiny plants to pick from. Some of the plants were available for individual sale, while others were reserved for the succulent bar arrangements. The first plant I spotted appeared to be a tiny prickly pear, with bright red flower buds. I noticed that it looked somewhat similar to my opuntia argentine at home, which has not born any fruit yet. So, I asked Leah (the owner) if she knew the name of the plant. I was surprised when, rather than saying "opuntia" or "prickly pear," she said "I just know it's called a spring cactus. Those little red flowers will only be there for spring, and then they'll go away." Surprised, I said, "Oh, I was just wondering if it's an opuntia argentine, because I have one of those at home." But, when she told me that the plant was only $5, and would only be $2 with my Yelp check-in offer, I decided to just buy it, and figure out the ID later. When Leah started to give me her schpiel on caring for the plants, I said, "Oh, I know, I was at the Yelp Event last year! That's how I knew you had good plants-- I just re-potted my echeveria from the event last week!" Which, of course, led to a little conversation about the event. As it turns out, the mini spring cactus is a rhipsalidopsis, not an opuntia. Good thing I Googled/double-checked the ID before adding it to my opuntia garden, since the care is a bit different. Overall, I love Hella Leaf, and will definitely keep shopping here in the future. All of Leah's advice on re-potting and caring for the succulents is spot-on, and all of the plants I've bought from Hella Leaf are hella healthy and thriving so far.

We held our daughter's graduation from college party, at the Prickly Pear. It was the perfect…read morevenue for the vision we had in mind. I had reached out Mona WAY in advance to snag a spot at the Prickly and signed the contract to rent the space. About a month prior to the event, we solidified all the details with Mona and Ines. We had hired several vendors to come in with food, decor/ balloons and a bar service. The party went off without any issues and the guests loved the location. Mona and Ines were delightful to work with and put all my questions at ease. We had about 45-50 people at the party, which was a great number of guests for the site size and room to move around and so forth. If you are looking for an intimate backyard, feel event, with a cool barn, atrium and beautiful plants everywhere, look no further, book Prickly.

Cute plant shop with charming decor! It's easy to miss look for the path around the back of a…read morehouse. Definitely worth a visit!

I found Sac City Stems while browsing through IG and made a mental note to visit soon. Well…read more.. today while we were running errands we stopped at Cookie's Drive In for a quick lunch and saw that Sac City Stems was right across the street! We went over and found a parking spot in the lot right next to the building. Their store sign is really cute and they had plants outside as well as a variety of plants inside. Ebby greeted us as we walked in (So sorry if I spelled it wrong) and was so helpful as we browsed the plants and tried to find some that would work well in our North/South facing home. Not only were all the plants healthy, vibrant and beautiful, but you can tell that they want the plants to go to a loving home and be taken care of long after they leave the shop. They have care instructions for all the plants and will coach you through watering schedules, lighting and even special requirements like distilled water or humidifiers. There are also fun extras to browse at the shop like stickers, candles, pots and t-shirts. It's great that Sac City Stems is collaborating with other local creators like this and I'm so sad I didn't pick up one of the candles but that gives me an excuse to go back another day. They do also sell plants on their online store, so if you prefer to shop from your couch or you want to send a plant or two to friends you absolutely can. They ship nationwide so you can brag about them to people who aren't local as well. I know my mother in law would love some of these plant babies!

I recently went to this plant shop to attend a terrarium building workshop with my friend. I didn't…read moreknow what to expect and am not particularly into plants but I was pleasantly surprised. The owner, Mikaela and her co-worker were so warm and welcoming. The shop itself was beautifully decorated with bright orange and yellow and milky white painted walls that beautifully contrasted the lush green plant walls. They have a surprising assortment of unique plants for the space and all look healthy and well taken care of. The terrarium workshop was 50$ purchased online and included a glass vessel, various rocks to add for drainage, dirt, an assortment of plants as well as fun decorations like plastic frogs or brightly colored eggs in lue of easter. Mikaela prepared two tables draped with white linen table clothes on the deck of the shop with all the supplies and walked all the participants through each step of building a terrarium. It was fun because you got to meet the other people at the table and see how everyone went about decorating their terrariums. All in all I had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend it for a relaxing weekend activity.

Super cute and very affordable. This was my second year taking my daughter. We love it.read more

No farm, just a farm stand with a few pumpkins sitting on hay bales. I do not know where the…read moreother reviewers were or if it was a honest review. Wasted trip. called Cuevas farm stand.

My first experience visiting Fog Willow Farm was as a parent chaperone during my son's kindergarten…read morefield trip, and it was such a wonderful day. We rode the bus from the school and checked in at the designated field trip area when we arrived. Since there were four classes, they split us into groups, which made everything feel organized and smooth. The kids absolutely loved the hay ride and getting a tour of the farm to see the layout. One child was so excited she almost fell over. Her water bottle fell but she was safe. We then visited the animals and learned about all the amazing things the farm does, which was both fun and educational. After the tour, the kids enjoyed time on the playground and had snacks. There were also shops and places to eat, which was great for families and chaperones. The bathrooms are port-a-potties. They do have hand washing stations. I had never heard of this farm before, but it truly exceeded my expectations. We will definitely be back next year! It was only $5 per child and $15 for parents which wasn't bad.

Went to the farm for a field trip for my granddaughter and it was very fun very nice and well kept…read morethey even had lil shops will definitely plan on going back

I live in the central valley of California (zone 9B) and even though I live in a city, I have…read morecritters (racoons, squirrels, opossums, foxes) come visit my neighborhood regularly. I want to be more water-wise in my gardening and also give back to my environment and start planting more native plants in my little piece of the earth--plants that are good for the birds, the pollinators and other creatures that may visit my yard. It hasn't been easy for me to identify nurseries in my area that grow native plants for sale. While traveling through Sacramento, I had a little extra time before returning home. I decided to search the area for a native plant nursery. Thankfully, Mother Natives showed up on my Yelp search. The nursery is small but mighty. It is nestled along an unassuming industrial street to the south east of Fresno City College--not too far of a detour from the freeway (it is in between highways 99 and 5), and has a small gravel parking lot adorned by beautiful murals and native garden patches. I found the nursery on a cold and quiet February morning, and enjoyed looking around, as they had everything I was looking for. If you're looking for native grasses, herbs, berries, trees, or shrubs, you'll find what your looking for. Service was excellent, and the staff member (possibly owner?) took time answering all my questions and helping me find the right plants for my zone and for what my needs were. Many native plants are slow-growing, and they were offered in different sizes and at reasonable prices. I left with more plants than I expected to bring home (all happily planted and growing well--several weeks later), but fewer plants than I would have liked. I will definitely make this a stop on any path that takes me through Sacramento when they are open. This is a great find--and I hope they are around for a long time!

What a special little local plant nursery. In the heart of CA offering native plants for Zone 9- a…read moreMother Nature lover's haven! We have been in search of drought resistant plants and special varieties local to the area as our front yard lawn withered away and weeded up over the few years (thx climate change!). We got yarrow, an evergreen mallow, and agave! Veronica helped us out and was super kind from the moment we stepped on site. She engaged with our super active toddler like an auntie, and offered some equipment to help us get some freebie aloe and cactus!

Great time!! One of my favorites we've been to this year!…read more Highly recommend riding the cows!! The tractor driver was awesome

We have been twice and it has been fun! The attractions are worth $8 each. Entrance to the farm is…read morefree. There are a couple different food options. A couple free little attractions, like the corn pit, mini maze, stacked hays. A bunch of photo op options. The pumpkin picking is huge with plenty of options. All the workers were kind and helpful!

I caught up with the great members of this organization at the Cal Expo home and garden show. We…read morebought the small $3 succulents and they had a deal for 5 for $20 and they'd repot it in a bigger pot for you into a little arrangement for your new 5 succulent friends. I'd buy from them again! Everyone was so friendly too. Not sure about the high prices for the more "rare" and unique plants but it's just not my thing.

The first weekend of every May, the Sacramento Cactus and Succulent Society hosts a HUGE succulent…read moreshow and sale at the Shepard Garden and Art Center in McKinley Park. Entry is free. This year, the hours are as follows: Friday, May 5: 1-5pm Saturday, May 6: 9am-4pm Sunday, May 7: 9am-3pm This event is extremely popular, and draws large crowds every year. This year has been no exception. When I arrived, it was just past noon on Friday. There was already one couple ahead of me in line, and, within a couple of minutes, there was a couple standing behind me, as well. Pretty soon, the line was wrapped all the way around the parking lot. Right by the front entrance, a folding table had been stacked high with cardboard boxes for shoppers to fill up with plants. I grabbed a box large enough to hold several plants, because I was hoping to take a bunch home. If you love succulents, this show is really a must see. All of the most experienced cactus and succulent growers in the area bring their best plants to put up for sale. The entire garden center is filled wall to wall with exotic and flowering cacti. It's incredible. The succulent sale has something to offer for everyone, from $1.50 haworthia rosettes to $300 collector plants, and everything in between. Artists sell their homemade pottery from booths around the building, and there are even pre-made succulent arrangements available (which I think would make a great Mother's Day gift). I noticed LOTS of rainbow cacti this year, and most were around $15-25, depending on the size. While each vendor is set up in their own area, there is just one checkout near the exit. So, you don't have to worry about paying each individual vendor. All of the growers are super friendly and easy to talk to. I've gotten lots of great tips from them over the years. For example, it was a farmer from the sale who first told me that oik aloe thrive with red lava rock top dressing, which I have also found to be true. I ended up taking home bunches of succulents. Specifically, some of the plants I brought home included an aloe delta dawn, haworthia baccata, haworthia resendeanna, lithops royal flush, rebutia pygmaea, notocactus rudibueneker, stenocactus phylacanthus, and several others. (Only about half were labeled with names.) I look forward to this sale every year. I'm super happy with all of the cacti I found, and am already looking forward to next year's sale. For more information, see the website at https://sacramentocss.com/shows.html