Comments regarding Mountain Valley Growers
Click here to return to Mountain Valley Growers's listing.You are viewing only positive comments
|
Comments:
Rating | Author | Content |
Positive | anywho (1 review) | On May 23, 2018, anywho Anacortes, WA (Zone 8b) wrote: I am very happy with my mail order purchase from Mountain Valley Growers. They offer plants that can be hard to find and had what I was looking for at a better price than other mail order sellers I checked. I think the shipping charge to my location was reasonable. |
Positive | VerucaSalt (1 review) | On Mar 30, 2018, VerucaSalt San Diego, CA wrote: My order arrived on time in great condition. I like their packing features. I am pleased with my purchase. |
Positive | BvrCtyGardener (14 reviews) | On May 20, 2016, BvrCtyGardener Monaca, PA wrote: I've had only the BEST experiences with Mountain Valley Growers. Their expertise on their products has been priceless, and I've ordered many times. Not every product worked out in my soil conditions, but many DID and often I've gotten the chance to try new thymes I never knew existed. Last year, I ordered Pink Lemonade Thyme in 4-in pots, then cried on the phone to Mt.Valley folks when our horribly wet Pittsburgh late spring drowned them out. |
Positive | southerncottage (12 reviews) | On May 12, 2015, southerncottage Watkinsville, GA wrote: The plants are organic, so I don't have to worry bout chemicals. I have ordered from them several times for the past 15 years or so, and have not had issues. They have a very large selection of herbs, varieties that are hard to find elsewhere. The prices are a little high, especially the shipping, but they do offer a sale in the fall. They are always friendly and helpful on the phone. I can always count on them for healthy organic plants. |
Positive | lemurianne (16 reviews) | On May 8, 2013, lemurianne Ida Grove, IA (Zone 5a) wrote: Posted on May 14, 2008, updated May 8, 2013 On May 8th, 2013, lemurianne added the following: I think I've ordered at least twice a year from Mountain Valley Growers since my previous review. I have almost always been totally satisfied. The one time I was displeased with a few plants, they immediately refunded me, no questions asked. I received my first order of the year today and am as pleased as ever -- MVG does sell small plants, but they are gorgeous, well-rooted and healthy and always take off immediately for me. Herbs are tougher and faster to mature than many other types of plants, so receiving huge herb plants in the mail doesn't make much sense to me. Their *potential* for healthy, tasty growth is what matters :) Furthermore, these herbs are grown organically and the comfort of knowing that I can nibble from them right out of the box is worth much more than what I pay!! I love this company, I hope they never go out of business :P |
Positive | Noradella (3 reviews) | On Apr 13, 2013, Noradella Tortolita, AZ wrote: I've placed a number of orders for assorted herbs and several types of lavenders with Mountain Valley Growers over the past several years. Plants have arrived in excellent condition, are clearly labeled and their unique packing has protected the plants from any shipping damage. None have failed to thrive. I'll continue to order from MVG with confidence. |
Positive | organic_tomato (11 reviews) | On Nov 3, 2012, organic_tomato Tyrone, GA (Zone 7b) wrote: Posted on November 4, 2012, updated November 4, 2012 On November 3rd, 2012, organic_tomato added the following: I should also mention the order was processed and shipped very fast. I placed the order online on September 1st, and received the order on September 6th. |
Positive | qoqonut (4 reviews) | On Oct 18, 2011, qoqonut Los Altos, CA (Zone 9b) wrote: Ordered and received almost everything for my new herb garden: lavenders, rosemary, oregano, thyme, ornamental sage, yarrow, lamb's ears, etc. Delivered very well packed, soil moist, happy and healthy plants, even some live insects flew out (we're in the same state, so I figured this was okay). The 3" pots were plastic and labeled with stickers on the sides. Each pot had a cardboard "collar" with U-shaped cut out to keep plant stable and soil moist. Pots were arranged in a rows with channel-shaped cardboard separators in a long, flat box. Very impressive packing without tape, shredded paper, or plastic bags. Got a great deal with their fall sale - only wish I had started earlier before some items sold out. Website could have been easier to navigate, but it was easy to see what was in stock and what wasn't. A great source for organic culinary and ornamental herb plants! |
Positive | Aimee_ (5 reviews) | On Sep 29, 2011, Aimee_ Walnut Creek, CA (Zone 9a) wrote: I was very excited to get my order (which got here as very quickly as estimated in an e-mail to let me know my items were shipped), but upon opening, completely impressed at the packaging, and condition of the plants. Mountain Valley Growers, please keep up the excellence, and you've got a customer for life! Thank you for a fantastic order! |
Positive | Marilynbeth (33 reviews) | On Jun 19, 2011, Marilynbeth Hebron, KY wrote: I ordered Salvias from MVG and was very pleased with my plants. Was my first ordering from them, but it won't be the last time. |
Positive | KanapahaLEW (20 reviews) | On Jun 2, 2011, KanapahaLEW Alachua, FL (Zone 8b) wrote: My first order from this company came quickly, the plants were well-developed and beautifully-packed. The selection is extensive. Best of all, two-day air shipping was very reasonably-priced (one-fifth of what was quoted at another western nursery). |
Positive | psychloman (50 reviews) | On May 28, 2011, psychloman Brooklyn, NY (Zone 7a) wrote: I tried this company for the first time.They have a nice selection of herbs at good prices.My order arrived quickly and the plants were healthy and well packed. I would order from them again.Recommended. |
Positive | wildflowerhoney (6 reviews) | On Aug 26, 2010, wildflowerhoney Naples, FL wrote: The best. I've ordered from Mountain Valley Growers for five years and will continue to do so. Super healthy plants arrive expertly packed. Nice selection of unusual herbs. If a plant is out-of-stock they email or phone me within a day. Arrive in 2-3 days from CA to FL. Pricey but well worth the extra money. I can't live without their lemon verbena, wild watermelon sage, lime thyme, buddleia, scented geraniums, and maraschino cherry salvia. Everything grows great. This is my favorite mail order company for plants. Especially like their informative descriptions, telling photos, weekly bargains and 1/2 off sale in September. |
Positive | lcolton (2 reviews) | On Apr 13, 2010, lcolton Ahwahnee, CA wrote: I would recommend purchasing from Mountain Valley Growers, not only because they grow certified organic herbs and plants, but especially because plants arrive in excellent condition. The plants are healthy and thrive. They reserve shipping seasons to assure that the plants arrive in great condition. They take online and personal orders and are very helpful if you need assistance. |
Positive | FlowerDiva (5 reviews) | On Oct 4, 2009, FlowerDiva Raleigh, NC wrote: I placed an order online for the first time with MVG during their fabulous "Fall Extravaganza Sale". I wanted to "test the waters" and spent $70 on plants and herbs that I could not find locally. (Most notably their superb selection of lavender). I am pleased to say that the plants arrived within days of my order (all the way from CA to NC!) and were very healthy and packed perfectly with no damage! The pot sizes are small. However, the plants are doing wonderfully settling into my garden and I suspect them to be doing just fine come spring! I did receive a plant in error. I emailed them and received a friendly response promptly. Since they only ship a minimum of 6 plants, I could not get a replacement but was refunded the money with no problem. Even though the plant sizes are small, I would definately recommend MVG as a source to purchase hard-to-find plants and herbs. |
Positive | snakemusik (2 reviews) | On May 9, 2009, snakemusik New Orleans, LA wrote: Herbs arrived poorly packaged The basil and oregano were out of their pots with the roots exposed. The English thyme was badly bruised from rattling around in the box. On May 9th, 2009, snakemusik changed the rating from negative to neutral and added the following: I did hear back from MVG. They said they would ship out new plants next week. On May 15th, 2009, snakemusik changed the rating from neutral to positive and added the following: I've changed my rating to positive for one reason - customer service. MVG replaced all the plants that didn't make it and included 2 bonus plants as a gift. The plants arrived packed properly. They were a little weary from the trip, but revived quickly. |
Positive | dparsons01 (6 reviews) | On Oct 19, 2008, dparsons01 Albuquerque, NM (Zone 7b) wrote: Excellent packaging and very healthy plants. And quick service. Couldn't ask for better. |
Positive | kmhappel (6 reviews) | On Aug 1, 2008, kmhappel Vista, CA wrote: Along with many others who have commented, I am just awe struck by the professional way these people manage and execute on-line nursery transactions. The MVG plant packaging is the best I have seen ( except for ecolage's which is for much bigger plants ). The plants were in perfect condition, they are now thriving. The package tracking system and order confirmation were excellent. In my top three for first place. |
Positive | pmknchd (1 review) | On Jun 11, 2008, pmknchd Reno, NV wrote: I have ordered from this company several times and have always been very happy. This year money has been a little tight so I waited for the "June Jumble Sale". |
Positive | ReinaYvette (2 reviews) | On Jun 8, 2008, ReinaYvette Los Gatos, CA wrote: I have made several purchases from Mountain Valley Growers and they are my favorite online nursery. Good quality plants and fast ship. You can't go wrong. |
Positive | chataine (1 review) | On May 18, 2008, chataine Royse City, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: As a first-time buyer with this company, I placed the minimum order of 6 plants. The company e-mailed me almost immediately to say that one plant was out of stock and asked if I wanted to order a substitute to complete the order. I did. The plants arrived on the day promised, beautifully packaged and healthy. No complaints here. |
Positive | glasslady (1 review) | On Apr 10, 2008, glasslady Pleasanton, CA (Zone 9b) wrote: I have used Mountain Valley several times. The first time I was living in Minnesota, and they were careful to advise us about shipping plants at the appropriate time for that climate. The plants all arrived healthy and did well. |
Positive | dmac085 (42 reviews) | On Sep 22, 2007, dmac085 Greensboro, NC (Zone 7a) wrote: I wanted some more of some soft metal plant tags which attach with a wire tie like some I had recieved on plants I had received in a co-op. A couple of places to find them were mentioned and I ended up purchasing from Mountain Valley Growers. My order arrived in a reasonalbly fast amount of time, neatly packaged and exactly what I ordered. I'll be ordering from them again. Very pleased. |
Positive | nancyz32 (1 review) | On Jun 1, 2007, nancyz32 Faribault, MN wrote: They have such an amazing selection of herbs. I ordered several herbs and flowering plants. All were very healthy when they arrived. Everything is thriving in my garden. They were very upfront about when they would be shipping to my area so I knew exactly when to expect them. It is so great when the things you order arrive in great condition and when expected. |
Positive | plantophobe (6 reviews) | On May 31, 2007, plantophobe Scottsdale, AZ wrote: I love this company...I can't believe they aren't on Dave's top 30 list yet...I'm sure they will be soon. |
Positive | lydiaaruba (2 reviews) | On May 1, 2007, lydiaaruba North Charleston, SC wrote: I recently ordered a wide variety of plants and herbs from this company; all arrived quickly, well-packed and healthy, I even had berries blooming on my strawberry plant when I opened the box! All the plants have been transplanted and are thriving. I've been very pleased and will be ordering from them regularly. Thank you! |
Positive | grampapa (8 reviews) | On Apr 28, 2007, grampapa Wheatfield, NY (Zone 6a) wrote: I have ordered from Mountain Valley twice. Their plants are consistently healthy and beautiful, always well-packed, and service is great. They always have good specials running with purchase. Excellent variety of herb plants and a wealth of information about growing herbs. |
Positive | Happenstance (18 reviews) | On Apr 11, 2007, Happenstance Northern California, CA wrote: Certified organic herbs and perennials, very prompt delivery, well packed and lovely good sized plants. A good first experience and after looking at their hard copy catalog, I know I'll be ordering again soon! |
Positive | bmuller (19 reviews) | On Jun 26, 2006, bmuller Albuquerque, NM (Zone 7a) wrote: I ordered ten or twelve plants from MVG a month or so ago. All plants (several African blue basils, a society garlic, a Skeleton Rose scented geranium, a lavender, some woolly thyme plants) arrived promptly--well-packed, in good shape, and good-sized--and continue to thrive after having been in my garden for over two weeks. This was my first experience with this company, but I fully intend to order from them again. |
Positive | Spider07 (13 reviews) | On Jun 8, 2006, Spider07 Lilburn, GA wrote: I have just received my order and have to say that my plants are all beautiful and very healthy. I will be ordering from them again. Professional packing and a great catalogue as well. |
Positive | trackinsand (47 reviews) | On Apr 29, 2006, trackinsand mid central, FL (Zone 9a) wrote: i'm completely satisfied with my first order from MVG. great communication, professional packing, fast shipping (less than a week) and good prices. 6 vitex for 36.45 including shipping. best of all, the plants were tall and healthy and actually have "trunky" looking stems already. i wish i could post a picture. you would swear that i've had them way longer than two days. |
Positive | gardeningjen (3 reviews) | On Apr 23, 2006, gardeningjen Tollhouse, CA wrote: I have been ordering from MVG for at least 10 years. I have be consistently happy with their products, service and delivery. One year I received someone else's order (presumably they received mine) and was told to keep that order and sent my orginal order. I got the opportunity to plant some things I would have never thought to purchase. This company communicates well with their customers thru e-mail when a problem arrises. I have had problems ordering on their web site and have had to either mail or fax orders in several times. |
Positive | dovey (9 reviews) | On Oct 12, 2005, dovey Columbus, OH (Zone 5b) wrote: Over the past 4 years I have ordered from M.V.G. many times. I have never once been disappointed. |
Positive | johnsonjrbm (15 reviews) | On May 27, 2005, johnsonjrbm Olympia, WA (Zone 7b) wrote: First-time buyer from MVG. All plants were shipped promptly and properly, and arrived in good shape. They have a number of hard-to-find varieties, and their in-stock list is helpful. Only quibble is that their weekly in-stock update can be a little slow. On November 28th, 2005, johnsonjrbm added the following: I ordered twice more from MV, and was very happy with the service. Only one plant arrived DOA, and they promptly credited me for it. I will continue to use them instead of Richters for live plants. |
Positive | Jnette (13 reviews) | On May 25, 2005, Jnette Northeast, WA (Zone 5a) wrote: Ffirst time buyer of MVG and was very pleased with the service and product. One thing they need to know is that UPS will deliver to a post office box now. On May 25th, 2005, Jnette added the following: |
Positive | mad4roses (25 reviews) | On Dec 10, 2004, mad4roses Georgetown, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: Mountain Valley Growers has been in business for many years, consistently providing high quality native plants at a great price. In all my dealings with them, they have been most friendly, helpful and courteous. They are a most conscientious organization. |
Positive | lunavox (1 review) | On Jul 26, 2004, lunavox Seattle, WA (Zone 8b) wrote: I've been ordering from MVG for years. I have nothing new to add to what's already been said by other reviewers-- I just wanted to add my positive vote. Ordering from MVG has *always* been a pleasant experience, and I'm very thankful that an organic mail-order nursery of this caliber exists! (Try subscribing to their cute newsletter too...it's full of useful info.) |
Positive | omadonna (1 review) | On Apr 3, 2004, omadonna wrote: I receive MANY plant and seed catalogs every year, but I had never heard of Mountain Valley Growers, and they are in my state. I had looked high and low for a particular plant and could not find it. Then their catalog showed up in my mailbox, and there was the plant I was looking for! I placed the minimum order (6 plants) for basil, oregano, lavender, and 3 different sages. The very next day I received an email from them telling me that the lavender I wanted was out of stock. They directed me to a page on their website to choose another plant (I was able to know right then that the plant I chose was in stock). I thought it was refreshing that they didn't just substitute another plant as some do, or leave me to find out when my order was delivered that it was short, and I told them so in my email. Within the week my plants arrived. They were packaged extremely well and as someone else mentioned, a little cardboard cover over the soil to keep everything together. The plants are healthy and thriving. I will not hesitate to do business with them again. Also included with my order was a duplicate catalog which I was pleased to pass on to my sister-in-law just last night when she said she was having trouble finding a particular herb. Although you must order a minimum of 6 plants, their prices and S/H charges are so low, and the quality so good, it is definitely worth every penny! They have won this customer over. |
Positive | Halfspied (2 reviews) | On Dec 8, 2003, Halfspied Star, NC (Zone 7b) wrote: We buy herb plants from Mountain Valley. The plants are healthy and always in good condition. They are packed lovingly. Shipments get from CA to NC very quickly. The people are friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Their catalog provides lots of useful information. Top-notch. |