Coming here used to be a joyous occasion for my husband and I, but it was sold to a monster. We…read morewent there once at that time, and it was a shadow of the greatness it had been. Gone were the seasonal parties and sales, gone was the fun and whimsey of the place. And the people who worked there, the real stars were mistreated by the monster and some left. Now the monster is gone, but this place hasn't come back to what it was. It seems that they don't have the same energy and vibe. But the plants aren't as vast as they were in the past. I will try them again. I was touched by the stories of people who took plants home to care for them when the monster closed the business. I'm glad that Annie is working with a group of employees to get the business back up and running. It's just that now, they are a promising shell of a once great business. I'm pulling for a better experience on my next visit. I'm confident that will happen.

Sure, we're heading into winter but I have flowers! Just bought three different poppies and a…read morereplacement flower for one that I did in by improper transplant :( No worries because Curious Flora has a LOT of fall and winter options. These poppies are early but they'll be on fire as early as spring. I recommend getting on their mailing list to find out what's happening on any given weekend. If you haven't been here, I recommend stopping in on your way past Richmond. Maybe 10 minutes off 580 and if you love plants, especially ones you can't find anywhere else!

We bought a few avocado trees with suggestions from the super helpful staff. They were very healthy…read moreand even produced a few avocados the first year. I was going to come back again as it is a beautiful playground for those people who love them you know who you are. maybe a giant palm that's what I need

I wish I had land.... well sorta. If I did their variety of avocado fruit n citrus tress look…read moreawesome! I was there looking for indoor plants. Not a lot of choices. I remember 29 years ago having just moved into a single family home in Marina Bay, we purchased 3 palm trees from here. The idea was to plant them in the ground in out back yard as well as one out front. That was until I found out my company wanted to transfer me to Portland OR. I went back and asked how the palms would transition to the Oregon climate. I was told the two may be ok if we covered them in the winter with clear plastic while the odd ball one will handle it no problem. ( sorry odd ball is my non technical term for the one we planned to place out front. A dwarf that wouldn't get too big). We still kept them in the original wood and metal crates, and shipped them with our belongings to Beaverton. Well after 4 years in Oregon, wound up loosing one of the fan palms. But the dwarf and the other fan palm made it to sunny Southern California where we lived for 20 years. The fan palm box finally collapsed through the two moves and we planted it in the breezeway Behind the house. The dwarf fan got permanently placed in a planter box in the front of the Laguna house. So I'm happy to report (unless google hasn't updated it) That dwarf palm thrives on actually growing rather outta control still 29 years to this day. At the end of the day to me, to me part the California dream is to have palm trees on your property. Nice to know these proved to be healthy happy reminders as their roots are firmly back in California soil .

With all the options of hydroponic stores, I would have to say that this location was pretty well…read morestocked and nearly had all the reagents I needed for my plant care since I wanted to transition to hydroponics. The location is slightly off the highway but on a very busy street. There's only street parking available so if you're in need for anything heavy - I'd suggest parking as close the store as possible. When I walked in, the store was brightly lite and very organized. I was thrilled to see a lot of the things that I needed was in store so I had to figure out what was priority on my shopping list since some of the reagents were originally pricey. The gentlemen that helped me didn't say much but was able to suggest a few options that were similar to what I needed but I politely declined and got the items that was within my daily budget. One thing that I was worried about was getting persuaded into purchasing something that was way overpriced and something that I didn't need but I never felt that here. The service was straight forward and I was in and out within fifteen minutes. The prices here are relatively similar to what you could find online so It's great to know that your monies will be going to a local shop rather than big competitors.

Great service . Very knowledgeable of all products. Helped me understand what I needed to do and…read moreproducts to use to get a great yield . Thanks !

Wonderful plant shop with gorgeous handmade macrame, and unique copper trellises! Wide…read morevariety/selections of plants. They even carry a limited number of one of a kind wine glasses & t-shirts while supplies last!! If you're looking for a extremely friendly and knowledgeable small plant business shop you are definitely at the right place!

From the owner: Im a small business selling indoor plants and propagations, handcrafted plant merchandise. Macrame…read moreplant hangers, copper trellises, Tshirts and more. Original designs personally created by me.

I purchased some great plants from Jessica. Her backyard farm is a fun place to visit and great…read moreexample of what you can accomplish with permaculture design, integrating growing food and raising animals. She has some very unique plants that produce food and help build the soil by fixing nitrogen. I like the personal touch and knowledge of plants that she has.

Jessica has been doing an excellent job in caring for our yard in Berkeley for a few years now…read more She has been an excellent and reliable resource - answering questions about plants, making recommendations re: care and placement, installing a drip system and generally making our outdoor space delightful.

I stopped by this location today to find a replacement part for a furniture project I was working…read moreon. Hardware/fasteners can be tricky to navigate, so I asked an associate stocking and organizing in the fasteners aisle for help to confirm if a specific cam screw would work as a replacement. Unfortunately, she was completely uninterested in helping. Instead of taking a moment to answer my question or point me in the right direction, she acted like I was an inconvenience for interrupting her work. Good customer service means prioritizing helping customers in the store over organizing shelves. While I eventually found the hardware I needed on my own, the encounter left a really bad impression. I hope management reminds their floor staff that assisting customers should always come first.

Security came out and greeted me! Saying I can't loiter there! Rude! Give me a chance to get out my…read moref in car sir! Security need a lesson in manners. And as I was saying I'm going in! He stays looking at me playing on his cell! Are you securing or playing! Now I'm already heated bc as I turn to park! A rude man insist on paring the opposite way. And won't move up so I can park first! Now mind you it is on n a million spots! I say to self this must be April Fools! And I know he went and told the guard! Yet I didn't leave a HORRIFIC NOTE ON HIS CAR! So yeah my morning not so good so far! I'm walking around Home Depot remembering my son! So nostalgic! He worked for many of them until he passed! So many different cities! I miss you son! I will read my Bible and go enjoy the day! That the Lord blessed me to see! Amen. Three stars bc the guard standing over my car! However Home Deit is always clean and full of everything nice! Oh shucks just went down to two stars! Employees in the way chatting won't move! Rude! Let's not get down to one!

I absolutely love Rooted Oasis! The shop owner has such a great vibe! We love beautiful, healthy…read moreplants and a friendly, knowledgeable owner who clearly loves what she does. I've also been using her weekly plant care service for my home and office, and it's been a game changer. She keeps all my plants thriving and looking amazing, and I never have to stress about watering Whether you are a beginner, an expert, or you love plants but don't always have the time to care for them, I can't recommend Rooted Oasis enough!

It's so beautiful to enter this venue and feel transported into an oasis/garden of plants and…read morebotanical marvels, inspiring me to decorate my own place with greenery. This oasis of flora and fauna not only is aesthetically pleasing but helps one breathe and enter a meditative, serene state. This store has motivated my interest in all things plant oriented!

Whale Point--part chandlery, part hardware store--remains a rare gem. Their selection of boat gear,…read morehousewares, and hardware is incredibly broad, and the staff consistently know their stuff. With so few truly great independent hardware stores left, this one stands out for both its expertise and its character. Highly recommend stopping by, even if you don't think you need anything yet.

This is a wonderful hardware store with service that is absolutely exceptional! Chances are,…read morethey'll have what you want, and they'll take the time to really talk over any problems you are having (so unusual!) My latest dealings have been with Steve, who is a "jewel" to find and work with (that term is used by other businesses around here - for the Whale Piont ACE generally, the owner, and all employees. I really recommend it as a wonderful alternative to the other ACE nearby, not to mention Home Depot and others.