I love Van Wingerden, not just for their beautiful, healthy plants, but also for their little gift…read moresection. It is not huge, but somehow I almost always find the perfect thing, whether it is a hostess gift, a small thoughtful present, or just something I decide I need for myself. Their gift selection feels really unique and not like the usual stuff you see everywhere else. They also have really nice greeting cards at super reasonable prices, usually about half of what you would pay at the pharmacy, and they feel so much more personal than those generic cards. It is one of those places that just feels special when you walk in, and I pretty much always leave with something I love.

I called around with heirloom seeds in my hand trying to pay someone to start my seeds for me…read morebecause my greenhouse had blown over. Tom, at Vanwingerden, agreed to take my seeds and germinate them. He sent me pictures of the plants germinated in April and told me I could pick them up in "a month or so". Some didn't come up and I told him not to worry about those ones. The deal was I would buy the starts back. I called before mother's day to pick up the starts with no response. I called after mother's day only to discover Tom gave away ALL the plants to one of his employees. Not only did he give this employee the plants, he gave her ALL my seeds as well and then tells me he doesn't want to bug her to ask for anything back because of a loss in her family. Why would I bring seeds in and give them to their office if I didn't want the plants? Why would he get my hopes up by sending me a picture of the plants? What would ever make him think it was ok to give away my heirloom seeds? I blindly trusted and shouldn't have. The whole thing makes no sense at all and I feel totally robbed.

I haven't been here for a couple of years. I experienced their newly renovated store with fabulous…read moredisplays. Hundreds of color samples on a brightly lit wall. Easy to peruse and select colors. Big displays of all the latest painting supplies that include anything you might need for your paint project. Lots of inspirational pamphlets with photos to prompt possibilities for your color transformations. Very knowledgeable staff offers good advice on any paint project. I selected a color and they prepared a half-pint sample so I can paint it on my wall to see how it looks!

I have come in here twice. Both times, they were friendly and extremely helpful!…read more I will be having the exterior of my house repainted this summer. The biggest fear was picking the "right" colors. There are just too many colors to choose from. Also, most people, like me, do not know how different colors work (intuitively or theoretically). So, I just didn't know where to begin! That said, I walked in here without knowing ANYTHING (other than wanting to repaint the exterior). Casey was amazing. She listened to me carefully (although I was not very much of help as I didn't know what I wanted myself). She picked out a couple of brochures and directed me to this very useful binder "Color Inspiration and Ideas," which shows you common color combinations (see my photos). They have a very spacious showroom. I just sat there and went through the binder, picking out combinations I liked and excluding ones I didn't like. While I was studying the binder, she checked on me a couple times but she gave me the "space" I needed. She also directed me to the Benjamin Moore website to try out the color combinations I liked online. This is an amazing tool. You can upload a picture of your house and try out different colors on your house (and it's free)! After trying out many different combinations of colors online, I came in here again to look at the colors I liked. I was able to pick up some paint swatches to bring home. The lady who helped me was very pleasant and was able to find the colors I wanted quickly. I'd thought I would need Photoshop to "virtually" paint my house to see how it would look, but, thanks to Casey, I was able to do it for free on the Benjamin Moore webpage ("Personal Color Viewer"). So far, this potentially scary project has been very pleasant. In fact, I have learned a lot thanks to Stockton's Paint!

Babygreens is such a cute plant shop in a corner storefront with great lighting. The plants are…read morepriced on the higher end, but they have a small room with some clearance plants. They also give fellow fairhaven employees a 10% discount! The employees are well versed in the plants and everything they carry and have always been helpful.

If I could live in this store I would. The plants, the layout, the vibe, I just love it. I've been…read morea fan of Babygreens since they were located on Cornwall. All their plants appear to healthy and in excellent condition. Their plant selection is pretty amazing as well. They have so many beautiful and unique plants its hard to decide. The staff are all super friendly and very knowledgable about the plants, they are also happy to go over plant care with you. The old location had a cafe and a few tables & chairs, I hope they bring that back.

The prices, service and selection are phenomenal! Their location is difficult to park at but I find…read moreit quite easy to simply order online and show up to pick up what ordered. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly as well. I love being able to rewild my yard with lovely, healthy natives.

A great small specialty nursery, quirky, down home, helpful, healthy plants. Great for native plant…read morerestoration in urban yards. The bees and birds will thank you. Open limited hours, but call and they will open by appointment.

Ever drive through Lynden or Bellingham and notice the beautiful flower baskets? If you want to…read moreknow where the very nicest healthiest, hardiest ones come from its right here in Lynden at Vander Giessen Nursery. If you are wanting to be able To choose the sooner you come before Mother's Day the better as these sell very fast! Everything here is lush and healthy, the staff is knowledgeable and as polite as can be. It is a pleasure to shop here. Large selection of small trees as well.

David and the crew know their stuff. The combined experience and knowledge they provide the…read morecustomer is unbeatable. Shop early each spring to get the best selection of their hanging baskets!

Today I went looking for a cleaner to remove some rust stains…read more I asked the "manager" for advice.He was very ride and condescending . He said "What material are you taking the rust off ?" I replied -bathroom tiles. His response was "there is no such product that I am aware of". Really? Last time that I'll ever visit that shop...

Wow.. Katie helped me out and knew instantly what I needed.. I had been in there twice already…read morethinking I knew what I was doing..but no! Then .. Katie to the rescue.. And she is really nice!. Great selection surprised me too.. And the value for what I got!

If I could add more stars I would. The customer service was absolutely incredible. Willing to go…read moreout of their way, personalize my request and offer recommendations! They even are doing a special after hours delivery for me! My friend is going to be so great full! Thank you so much! I'll recommend you 100x

Amazing service, called me back right away, was very accommodating and personal, delivered locally…read morethe same day. Would highly recommend Courtyard Gardens to anyone in North Whatcom County!

Great service.. I ordered flowers for my daughter last minute today and received same day service!…read moreWonderful selection at a fare price.. Quality is special.

Great service and beautiful flower arrangement. I ordered some flowers for my daughter to be…read moredelivered as a surprise on her birthday. The owner called me immediately to discuss the order and make sure it was perfect. The flowers were beautiful and delivered promptly the day after I ordered them overall great experience.