If you're looking for high-quality plants, this nursery is absolutely worth it. I picked up a Kishu…read moremandarin tree and a blueberry shrub back in early February, and while they were definitely on the pricier side, they've proven to be worth every penny. Both plants are thriving and already producing so much fruit. It's honestly been so rewarding to watch them grow and flourish. You can really tell the quality and care that goes into their plants. Highly recommend if you're willing to invest a little more for healthy, productive plants!

Excellent customer service minute you walk into the nursery. It's a hidden gem. Lots of variety and…read morevery well organized. Cole S was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process. Great customer service.!

I have resided at Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel for the past two (2) years. I brought my…read moreconcerns about the food and the chef gave me some information I wasn't aware of. I think that the workers are caring and the owner, Julie, is one of the kind. I am 81 yrs know and I know that this will be the place where I live for the rest of my life. Keep up the excellent work management staff! Thank you.

Louise welcomes you with friendly service here in Arcadia Garden, and you will definitely find many…read moretrees that you'll be wondering what they are! Many and many rows of exotic or uncommon trees often from Asia dot the back, and some Asian indoor houseplants are often used for feng shui purposes. The nursery also sells many fertilizers for competitive costs around here like fish bone meal and chicken manure compost to go with many fruit and flowering trees. She helps pull them up to your car, and so let her know how many bags you are taking. The parking might be limited, but there's plenty of space to stay safe with the pandemic.

This was my first time visiting this nursery, and I had a wonderful experience! The staff were very…read morefriendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. They answered all of my questions about my plants, recommended what I needed, and even suggested more affordable options. I also got a healthy cucumber plant and received some coupons, which was a nice bonus. I forgot to ask the name of the tall older gentleman at the register, but he was incredibly helpful. Thank you! I'll definitely be back for the orchids--they're beautiful, and the nursery has an amazing selection of plants.

After visiting Present Perfect in Pasadena, I drove from north to south through the middle of the…read moreSan Gabriel Valley. There are several major north-south roads in this area, and Rosemead Boulevard is one of them. San Gabriel Boulevard is another. The road is wide and easy to drive. The nursery is right across the street from Com Tam Kieu Restaurant, one of the better Vietnamese broken rice restaurants in Southern California. On the way there, I passed a construction site, probably a new apartment building. It strongly gave me the impression of an EB-5 green card project, the kind of real estate development marketed less as a normal apartment building and more as an immigration investment package for Chinese buyers. In the middle of the SGV, that feeling was hard to miss. After that came the nursery. I drove from north to south, made a left turn onto a smaller street, and parked outside. The entrance is tiny. You walk through it and immediately reach the counter, where there was even a line. After that, you pass into an indoor room stocked with fertilizers, plant stakes, soil, mulch, and other gardening supplies. Beyond that is the back garden, which is much larger than expected and quite elegant. The plants are clearly well cared for, and the stone sculptures give the place a strong hint of Chinese culture. Along the edge of the main building, there are stacks of Buddha heads, seated Buddhas, and other stone figures, mostly in Chinese Buddhist or imagined Buddhist styles, though not necessarily following any strict traditional standard. There are Chinese signs everywhere, which makes sense for a nursery in the middle of the SGV. Many of the plants have bilingual names. The prices are not cheap, but they are fair. The orchids are much more expensive than what you would find at Trader Joe's or Costco, but they are also more beautiful and much stronger, so I would not call them overpriced. The plants use different colored tags, similar to what you see in many American discount stores. Some are very cost-effective. It is definitely worth stopping by, and even more worth it if you happen to find some good discounted plants. The cashier was a little rude, but as a Chinese person, I found it completely acceptable. I have seen much worse. Even though she was in a rush, the service was not bad. She even gave me an extra bag so the soil would not spill in my car. Overall, this is a good nursery and I would recommend it. It is even better if you understand Chinese culture, because many of the details will make more sense.

Mimosa Nursery is one of those places you almost have to experience for yourself…read more The inventory is impressive. I've picked up a miracle fruit tree, passion fruit, and wax apples here, and I'm already planning to come back for a sapodilla and sugar apple if he has them in stock. If you're into rare fruit trees, you'll probably find yourself wandering around longer than you planned. The owner reminds me of Deebo from Friday (the movie). He's usually cruising around the nursery on his beach cruiser with a serious look on his face, making rounds and checking on the trees. He isn't the type to walk you through the nursery or give you a guided tour. If you have questions, you'll probably need to flag him down yourself. The funny thing is he kind of grows on you. His answers are usually short and to the point, and if you're serious about varieties, you'll want to do your own research because the labeling can be a little sketchy and his answers aren't always crystal clear. What won me over is that he's fair on pricing and willing to negotiate. On larger trees, I've been able to bargain him down close to 30%, often even a lot more. That's getting harder and harder to find these days at other nurseries. It's definitely not the polished nursery experience you'll get at some of the other places, but that's part of the charm. Good inventory, good deals, and a memorable owner. I'm not making this stuff up. You just have to come experience it yourself. Maybe go on a Friday! :P

Came here to pick up some fruit trees for my fiance's mom. We tried calling first but no one…read moreanswered, so we planned to stop by instead. When we arrived, we realized we went to the wrong location (our first visit to Mimosa Nursery was somewhere else apparently!) But we still found what we needed. It was a little hard to find at first, so when you arrive, you might not really see the entrance, so I'll attach photos of what to look for. We were the only ones there, got help when we needed it, and found what we were looking for. It's self-guided; no one greeted us or spoke to us until we needed someone to talk to. The people we were speaking with were knowledgeable about their plants and helpful in packing it so dirt wouldn't fall out. Super easy for us to get in & get out, and I'm sure we'll be coming back again for more!

Writing again to commend the staff at the Monrovia store. Gretchen may be one of the most patient…read morepeople I've encountered in a business setting. Dante was his friendly self and helped me by listening and answering questions, this time about Iceberg roses. If you live anywhere near Monrovia, I highly recommend this the Armstrong Garden Center.

Holy wow! You can spend such a long time at this garden center just exploring all the different…read morevariety of flowers, seeds, and plants they offer! Everything is very well kept and clean. Steve helped us check out and he was quite knowledgeable about nearly everything we had questions about. We really enjoyed shopping here and I'd recommend this place to anyone looking to start or expand on their garden!

My wife sent me on a mission to purchase trees and shrubs to fill empty areas on our property. I…read morehad an idea what she wanted, luckily I came across Monica's Nursery. I quickly found out today was their first day under new ownership. The owner Juan and his employee Victor took their time to educate me on what would be best. Leaving the nursery I feel that my wife will be happy to see the delivery truck come on Wednesday with 66 25 gallon buckets.

I've been to 3 open houses for fix and flips in Pasadena/Altadena area and was super impressed with…read morethe transformation in the yard only to find out that all three places had been done by Monica's Nursery. Great job!

Mike is my go to guy - he's extremely knowledgeable and quick with a turn around response every…read moretime. When Mike isn't there, Tony's also a great help. The past 2 years of working with this nursery has been consistently outstanding - pricing is the lowest all around.

The company was started in 1960 by John Sakaida, which was 58 years ago. He hired the current…read moreowner, Mike, when he was just a 16 year old high school student. The original owners are now long gone, but Mike has continued running the business in the same style and fashion as the original owners. Mike is very knowledgeable and easy to work with. The company doesn't need to advertise; his customers' good words does that. If Mike doesn't have what you need, he can get it for you or send you to another nursery. The nursery is not a retail establishment; however, if you are planning to redo your yard and need a lot of plants, you can send your landscaper to Sakaida and Mike will work with him, or you. Or if you want a couple of big trees. If you want just a few plants, go to San Gabriel Nursery; they are a great outfit. Sure, you can get plants cheaper at Home Depot, but their sales people aren't nurserymen and they really don't know anything about plants, soils, fertilizer, growing seasons, watering, etc. If you want to buy a tree, Mike is going to ask "Where are you going to plant it?" I was going to buy a couple of large mulberry trees and plant them in the front yard and he warned: "Don't plant it near the driveway or sidewalk...as it gets older, it is going to raise them!" Mike saved me from a disaster. You won't get this kind of advice at Home Depot.

After checking Home Depot and a local nursery for a cistern rock rose shrub with no success, I…read morefound several different kinds on Budgetplants.com. Also, the prices ARE lower overall for all their plants and trees! I so wish I had used Budget Plants to landscape our home a couple years back. And further - Dominic is very helpful when discussing issues like mole and gopher invasions.

FAKE ADDRESS. Business doesn't exist. No one answered calls either. Went to the address 411…read moreHuntington Drive, Arcadia CA and it's a restaurant. The plaza is tight with many small businesses and nowhere for a nursery.