I discovered this Austin gem last year and I can't stop going back for their high‑quality plants…read moreand incredible selection. The best part of shopping here is the staff--they're knowledgeable, patient, and always willing to answer every question I have about plant care. I've spent a small fortune on plants, soils, succulents, and pots, but it's absolutely worth it. The Natural Gardener has become one of my true happy places, and I especially appreciate the free monthly classes they offer. It's a wonderful spot for both new and experienced plant lovers. Highly recommend!

It's a good place to find native plants. Available species can vary, so it's good to check back at…read moreintervals for new arrivals. There's a good selection of soil additives and mediums in both small and large sizes. And, there are garden areas and features interspersed around the plants for sale. I rarely give more than four stars.

One of the best plant shops in Austin…read more They have a wealth of knowledge and a great selection of various plants, cacti, soil, and pots.

This is my favorite plant store. They have a huge selection, a decent succulent sections, tons of…read morepots, and even tons of seeds. They have all shapes and sizes and all reasonably priced. They even have all the care info usually on pot itself

I had a purchased a new tree that was planted a month ago. John Santucci performed my first…read moreProtection + visit. John explained what they would be doing as part of that service and provided me tips on continued care. He ensured that all my questions were answered. I was extremely pleased with the overall experience.

Carlos was super helpful for us finding some citrus trees! Great selection and price! Will come…read moreagain

10 OUT OF 10!!!...will wander again. :-D…read more Absolutely blown away. Hill Country Water Gardens isn't just a nursery...it's a full-blown botanical mini-adventure. It's the kind of place where you come for a plant and end up staying for the vibes. Think of it as a garden center meets a peaceful mini outdoor museum. Everything is beautifully organized by plant type, making it easy to find what you're looking for...or, more likely, making it easy to get joyfully distracted while you wander. There are cozy benches for daydreaming, koi ponds full of personality, colorful lily pads that pop out and wave at you, and the kind of friendly staff that actually makes you want to ask questions. Inspiration? It's everywhere. From the water features, to the whimsical sculptures, to lush displays that make you rethink your whole gardening vision. There are restrooms if nature calls, and there are plenty of delightful garden goodies to buy/take home. It's rare to find a place that feeds your inner gardener, your creative soul, and your serotonin all at once...but somehow, this place pulls it off. I'm so glad it exists.

Hill Country Water Gardens and Nursery is located on 183 local (Bell Blvd) a smidge north of the…read moreWhitestone intersection. The place is organized into a few sections. There are statues, fountains, and water-dwelling plants. Koi fish and gold fish are available in different sizes and colors. They have potted trees with tags that indicate hardiness in different weather conditions. Herbs and other edible plants have their own section in front of the greenhouse. Inside the greenhouse you can find indoor plants. It's a pretty nice place to walk around and explore. There's not too much shade there, however. The rectangular ponds holding the water lilies also attract dragonflies that zip around there, so it's a nice place to watch them.

We stumbled onto Barton Springs Nursery almost by accident after seeing their showroom on Lamar and…read morerealizing there was an actual nursery a little farther west. Somehow I had never heard of it, despite it having been around for decades. I was not prepared. This is less a traditional nursery and more a beautifully designed place that happens to sell plants. The property is shaded by huge mature oaks, with gravel paths winding through incredibly healthy plants, weathered wood structures, limestone, pottery, little seating areas, a greenhouse, ponds, and thoughtfully placed pockets where you can just sit. Everything feels considered without feeling precious. I kept trying to describe the aesthetic and eventually realized the most accurate reference point is the Animal Crossing island I always intended to create but absolutely never did. It is genuinely one of the most beautiful retail environments I've experienced in Austin. We were only stopping in between errands with our five-year-old and 11-month-old, so we barely scratched the surface and didn't actually purchase anything. Even so, several staff members took time with us. Everyone we encountered was warm, knowledgeable, and seemed genuinely happy to talk about plants and the property. The Genus Bar is particularly cool. It isn't just clever branding. You can bring actual plant problems to their horticultural experts for help, and they have equipment on hand to dig into what may be happening with a plant. One gentleman walked us through the space, explained some of what they do there, gave us some history of the nursery, and was completely open to whatever plant questions I wanted to throw at him. There are also a surprising number of things for kids to discover. Turtles, enormous tortoises, an axolotl, ponds and other little bits of wildlife are worked into the property. Our five-year-old loved feeding and watching the turtles and tortoises. One of the staff members caring for the tortoises also made sure we knew not to touch them because of the salmonella risk. How did I make it this far into adulthood without knowing that? Another unexpected detail was the nitro yaupon tea. I initially thought I was being offered cold brew coffee, which was challenged the moment I smelled it. Yaupon is a native holly whose leaves have a long history of being brewed as a caffeinated tea, and the person serving it gave us the whole background while preparing it. It was light, fragrant and really pleasant. Just another small thing that made the visit feel less transactional. The major caveat is price. This is NOT where I would necessarily come for a budget-conscious haul of plants I could easily find elsewhere. The nursery is in Westlake, the products are highly curated, and the pricing reflects the environment and clientele. That said, the plants we saw looked exceptionally healthy, the garden and home goods felt carefully selected, and there appeared to be some more unusual plant options mixed into the broader selection. You're paying for a noticeably different experience. And honestly, the experience is the reason give it five stars. We came in intending to look around for a few minutes and left wishing we'd had considerably more time. I tend to linger in nurseries anyway, but Barton Springs Nursery seems almost specifically engineered to encourage that behavior. Next time we'll come when we're not wedging botanical exploration between chores. Even if it isn't where you buy every plant for your yard, it's worth visiting at least once. We'll absolutely be back.

Such a gem for anyone who loves plants -- this place is a joy to walk around! The staff here is so…read morenice and helpful, and there are plenty of wheeled trolleys for use when your plant selections become too much to carry, haha. There's a giant garden gnome out front, plus two resident tortoises, parakeets, a pond with turtles, and even an axolotl inside the gift shop! It's so lovely to walk around here, admire their space, and gather inspiration from the wonderful assortment of plants they have. My cousin buys so many plants here for her home as well as for her business. Happy to support such a wonderful place!

Marla was fantastic!! provided a great price & quality product. Stayed in touch until it was…read morepicked up by the installer. A friendly, gracious woman! We recommend Marla and Jasso's (a family owned business) RECOMMEND 100%!!!

We discovered Jasso's when we were shopping for St. Augustine sod. They had the best price my…read morehusband could find, and the sod was in perfect condition, unlike a lot of the sod at the big box stores. They loaded it up for me and even held the rest for me for a few hours when it wouldn't all fit. It's been over a month since we installed the grass and it's doing really great. While there, I couldn't help noticing all the great plants in their nursery. They had everything I usually see in all the beautiful landscaping around town, but can never seem to find. Bonus, they were also at a great price, so I picked up three that the owner suggested for shady gardens. They too are in great shape a month later and really thriving. I highly recommend Jasso's as an awesome local nursery with great customer service.

I came out to look at a tree and was treated like I was buying 10! Thank you for the ride around…read morethe tree farm it was great fun! Such nice staff there I'll be back once I make up my mind! So many great looking trees to choose from! However no fruit trees. Thank you!!

Great customer service from the staff at Hope Valley Nursery. They took all the time I wanted to…read moreshow me the trees I was interested in and answered all my questions. They loaded everything into the truck and made sure everything was secured properly for the drive home.

Great selection of natives, drought tolerant plants, houseplants and unique and hard-to-find…read moreplants. The greenhouse is really nice and peaceful. Good vibes and a great experience, complete opposite of a big box store. Locally owned small business. A charming hidden gem for sure.

Beautiful nursery and plants are in wonderful condition! Helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff…read moreand owner Cynthia is just amazing! May be small nursery but don't be fooled by the size they have a bunch of variety and selections you can't say no to. Prices are reasonable and fair and they have sales going on right now that are 50% off. Plsssssssss come shop locally.

Lots of plants, all healthy, all grew well. review requires 80 chars which is a pain.read more

I usually enjoy shopping at this nursery. In fact, I drive over 45 minutes to come here because…read moreI've always had good experiences. Unfortunately, my last visit was very disappointing. First, I was overcharged by almost $300. I didn't realize it until I was about 30 minutes away. After several phone calls, they agreed to refund the overcharge, but this should have been caught before I left. I was told the price check hadn't been cleared properly. Second, one of the bags of compost I purchased was full of mold and had turned into a mushy, unusable mess. I expect better quality control and more attention at checkout, especially from a business I go out of my way to support. I hope they address these issues because I'd like to continue shopping here.

We visited Carnivero last month, making the drive out to the outskirts of Austin after attending…read morethe Carnivorous Plant Show at Bad Astronaut Brewing. Since Carnivero did not participate in the event, we decided to make the trip to their nursery to see what they had available. Just like our first previous visit, we thoroughly enjoyed browsing their impressive selection of carnivorous plants. We were amazed by how healthy, vibrant, and beautiful all of their plants looked. I completely lost track of time while carefully admiring and inspecting their fascinating collection of exotic carnivorous plants. During our visit, I picked up a tiny Tillandsia, commonly known as an air plant or sky plant. This evergreen flowering plant is incredibly low-maintenance, absorbing moisture and nutrients from the air, making it an easy and interesting addition to any plant collection. Overall, it was another satisfying visit to Carnevero. We enjoyed admiring the wide variety of exotic and new plants they have for sale. It is always worth the drive to this hidden gem outside the Austin area.

This place is new and shopping set by appointment only…read more Large selection of carnivores plants! Prices are a little in the high side but the intriguing beauty and the utility of the plants is totally worth it in the end! Staff was kind and had our online order ready, great black Friday deals!