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Positive | oscarkat01 (26 reviews) | On Jan 17, 2023, oscarkat01 (Zone 6b) wrote: Ordered a number of ground cover plants from them. They were great. Healthy, decent sized and a good value. They all succeeded this year with very challenging dry weather from spring to fall for us. Not one plant flinched even when I didn’t water as frequently as I wanted to. I’ll be ordering again. |
Neutral | joemillerQ (1 review) | On May 4, 2021, joemillerQ wrote: BloominDesigns Nursery advertises as "Direct from the grower to your yard," perhaps leading to some confusion as to whether BloominDesigns actually grows the plants they sell. On May 4, 2021, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: "On Aug 9, 2023 10:27 AM, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: Not our intent to mislead our customers and our wholesale locations are not opened to the public. We note in our About Us section, that several Wholesale Nurseries are in our group, and that the website is there "retail outlet". We do not mention Company names, as all are wholesale companies. However, if a retail buyer calls Walters Gardens to buy plants, they will refer you to bloomindesigns.com |
Positive | bondra76 (11 reviews) | On Jul 27, 2020, bondra76 Castle Pines, CO (Zone 5b) wrote: Bought some elfin thyme and was very satisfied with what I received! |
Positive | suecat64 (4 reviews) | On Aug 16, 2019, suecat64 Southbridge, MA wrote: Posted on June 12, 2019, updated August 16, 2019 On August 16th, 2019, suecat64 added the following: Would like to note that every one of these plants has taken wonderfully (luckily we've had an excellent summer rain wise for our many new gardens) and a few even flowered past the usual time; couldn't be happier! |
Positive | ejutte (2 reviews) | On Aug 24, 2016, ejutte Summerfield, NC wrote: Posted on May 17, 2016, updated August 24, 2016 On August 24th, 2016, ejutte added the following: I failed to mention the Hot Papaya were little baby starter plants, which I planted in my bed and cared for with guidance from Mike. After three months, I've lost just one of 72 plants, and two are actually blooming! I can't wait until next year! Thanks, Bloomin' Designs for your great service and your lovely, healthy plants. I'll be ordering from you again. |
Negative | jerrynmn12 (1 review) | On Jul 3, 2015, jerrynmn12 Wantagh, NY wrote: BEWARE OF THIS COMPANY! Do NOTORDER from this Company. There is a reason that there have been no reviews about them here in over a year and it is because they do not stand behind their products, they do not honor their word as a vendor. I purchase close to $300 in various Hosta plants in May 2015. They arrived dead and lying in a mess inside the box. I immediately (within 5 hours of receipt) notified them by email and spoke to "Mike" who I asked for a refund and also offered for him to arrange to send UPS to pick up the plants . At that time of my order, their FAQ guaranteed an "immediate refund or replacement of plants" if the items received were not satisfactory. Mike agreed right away in writing by email "to stand behind their guarantee" and give me a full refund back to my credit card. When I asked him in multiple follow-up emails when the refund would be issued, he never responded. Finally after several days, he replied asking me "whether the box was damaged", I answered his question, and again asked him when my refund that he promised me would be issued. After a few days of more unanswered emails that I sent him, he asked me to send him photos of everything. I then emailed him many photos. I again asked where was my refund. After a day, he replied that I needed to send the plants back to get my refund. By this time 5 days had gone by. Despite the fact that he never said anything prior to this about sending the plants back & never replied to my original offer to return the plants, now he wanted the plants back. I had discarded the rotting mess of plants on the 5th day and he knew that I did not have them any longer. This Company a few days later changed their FAQ to no longer say anything about a refund for plants that are unsatisfactory. So, the facts are that this is a dishonest Company that sent dead plants, lied about issuing me an immediate refund by standing behind their guarantee, deliberately took several days to not respond to my emails, asked for photos, etc. (all of which I sent them), then finally, days later, asked me to send the plants back in order to get a refund. Then they changed their FAQ about refund, entirely eliminating refunds as an option. Would you trust doing business with a company such as this, would you trust whatever they say about this situation with me?. I don't think so, and despite whatever they say in response to my review, I have everything I have said above documented in writing. Ultimately, the most important part of this for anyone as a potential customer is that Mike from their Company agreed at the beginning of this situation to give me a full refund, with no conditions to return the plants, just send him the photos, he would stand behind their refund guarantee. He lied, no refund was ever issued, and nothing they say can be trusted about their business because their word means nothing. Stay away from this Company. Buyer Beware!!! On Jul 3, 2015, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: "On Jul 3, 2015 6:05 PM, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: Wish we could please everyone and we thought we "jumped through hoops" on this one. Customer pushed for immediate delivery, so we dug them and had them on their door step Friday, 5 days after the order. |
Positive | ANNEON (1 review) | On Sep 9, 2014, ANNEON BAR HARBOR, USA Minor Outlying Islands wrote: I have ordered flats of seedlings from Bloomin Designs six times this season. They have been very responsive to my delivery date requests and all plants have arrived in first rate condition. For quantity purchases they have the best prices I can find online for a home gardener. The 2 flats of Stephanie Returns daylilies I ordered from them are flourishing in my Maine garden. |
Positive | alisarin (2 reviews) | On Jun 20, 2014, alisarin Malone, NY (Zone 4b) wrote: Although I've ordered from many online nurseries in the past two years since I started my garden, this is the first time I ordered from Bloomin' Designs (after learning about them right here!). Most of my experiences with other major companies has been mediocre at best, but I have been super pleased with BD in every way! I ordered an 18ct flat of 3.75" creeping thyme plants for a border around one garden, and they mistakenly sent a flat of ten 4" pots instead. I sent a note to Mike and he very quickly shipped out the missing plants PLUS extras, all in the larger size. I was amazed and impressed at their generosity in compensating for their error! And also with Mike's prompt attention. This is all on top of the other commendable things about Bloomin' Designs-- the quality plants themselves, the very well-packed box they arrive in, and the fast shipping. I can't say enough good things about them. If you need good plants in quantity, they are definitely the place to go. I'm already making a wish list for next season! |
Positive | mecfou (1 review) | On Jun 5, 2014, mecfou Silver Spring, MD wrote: Just wanted to say thank you for my order of 20 rudbekia little gold star - excellent quality plants, delivered safe and healthy. Order process advises of every step along the way - easy and a very good experience. Bulk pricing is also very good. |
Positive | sscawman (1 review) | On Apr 23, 2014, sscawman POUGHQUAG, NY wrote: I found Blooming' Designs online when looking for some bulk plants for a home I recently moved to upstate New York. They were very helpful in arranging my order and making multiple changes that I requested. I placed a sizable order and am happy that almost all of them are returning this spring. We had a harsh winter, and I have probably a 95% success rate. Keep in mind I also had not done a lot of winterizing of the beds...so I am ecstatic with the results. I placed a second order for spring shipment and have had great service in arranging and changing a ship date based on my travels and also changing the order based on my soil conditions and discoveries from last year. In many cases I was able to get 25 plants for what I would pay for 10 of them at my local seller...great prices and great service. |
Negative | lamarcaro (1 review) | On Apr 23, 2014, lamarcaro North Granby, CT wrote: I will never buy from this company again. Over 50% of the bare root perennials that I purchased from them last fall did not make it through the winter despite taking all necessary precautions. The issue I have is that the company does not warranty its products. It only guarantees delivery of a plant but not its quality. On Apr 23, 2014, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: "On Apr 23, 2014 11:13 AM, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: It was a tough winter on established plants much less new plantings. The plants lost were also border line hardy for the zone. While we do provide guarantees, we agree with Dave - On Apr 23, 2014 11:28 AM, Bloomin Designs Nursery added: Should have added that the potted plants lost were border line hardy, and the dozen bare roots should have been hardy in at least one more zone. We regret her loss of about 25% of the fall planting, and wish we had been given the opportunity to provide assistance before this posting." |
Positive | Marty_pal (2 reviews) | On Jun 10, 2013, Marty_pal South Farmingdale, NY wrote: While perusing the Internet researching groundcovers I was so thrilled to find a company that sold retail as well as wholesale. |
Positive | kimmydg (4 reviews) | On Mar 28, 2013, kimmydg Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6a) wrote: I ordered some plants (a flat of groundcovers) from Bloomindesigns nursery on Jan 9, 2013, requesting them to be sent to me on March 25, 2013. they shipped the plants exactly on March 25, and i received them on March 27. the plants were BEAUTIFUL! Lush, all nice and green. Strong plants, full of healthy leaves and branches. Strong roots. not teeny tiny skimpy roots like you get from some nurseries sometimes. I'm happy :) Thank you :)) |
Positive | dsfedor (1 review) | On Oct 8, 2012, dsfedor Ellicott City, MD wrote: Bloomin Designs provided us with an outstanding product at a great price. There customer service was very hepful. |
Positive | mark6109 (1 review) | On Mar 31, 2012, mark6109 Lorton, VA (Zone 7a) wrote: my experience with this company was outstanding! |
Positive | padinka (1 review) | On Sep 19, 2011, padinka Helena, AL wrote: Was very happy with my purchase experience with this company. From the emails exchanged prior to shipping to the receipt of the plants. This was my first purchase from them but will not be my last. |
Positive | plantgnome1 (31 reviews) | On Sep 14, 2011, plantgnome1 nowhere land, NY (Zone 6b) wrote: Posted on September 10, 2011, updated September 14, 2011 On September 10th, 2011, plantgnome1 added the following: update-those tiny little green sprouts have exploded into large healthy plants and are now the same size as my 5 year old stella d'oro which the plum perfects are planted next to. Therefore, I am changing my plant quality rating to Positive. Mike from Bloomin Designs actually emailed me just yesterday to see how the plants were progressing, something that none of the other online plant companies ever did in all the years I have been purchasing plants online. So I have learned not to rate plant quality until the plant is in the ground and has a chance to prove itself. Thanks Mike for your concern and follow up. Will def. order more from this company. On September 14th, 2011, plantgnome1 added the following: I placed a second order with Bloomin Designs for a daylily and a Delphinium.I got home pretty late and had to open my package so as not to leave the poor plants in a box-Well- Not only did I get a nice size daylily and a nice healthy Delphinium but I got 2 extra delphiniums because Mike wasn't happy with the way they rooted out. They all look a very healthy size and I am sure they will thrive in my full sun garden with my Black Knight Butterfly Bush and 2 dwarf Joe Pye purple plants.against the back of my house. Needless to say I am Bloomin' Happy and will continue to give them business. |
Positive | lwliao (1 review) | On Sep 9, 2011, lwliao Louisville, CO wrote: I am impressed by the wide variety of mini Hostas. I emailed a question about availability, and they responded promptly. The ordering process was quick and easy. All of the Hostas arrived in superb condition. I am eager to order other plants from Bloomin Designs. |
Positive | ntashma1 (1 review) | On Jun 26, 2011, ntashma1 Mount Lebanon, PA wrote: I ordered John Creech sedum, variegated liriope, daylily Rosy Returns and creeping phlox. The plants arrived very carefully packed and in great condition. After planting, they have been growing much faster than I expected. Mike was very responsive to my questions. I would order from this company again and recommend it based on my experience. |
Positive | kentstar (39 reviews) | On May 2, 2011, kentstar Ravenna, OH (Zone 5b) wrote: Posted on June 12, 2009, updated May 2, 2011 On May 2nd, 2011, kentstar added the following: Just wanted to let you know that my Rainforest Sunrise and Fragrant Blue hostas that I bought from you in 2008 are still doing excellent! They are always gorgeous and keep getting larger every year! |
Negative | Janna (28 reviews) | On May 2, 2011, Janna Mahwah, NJ (Zone 6a) wrote: Hate to leave a negative feedback, but this company's customer service and replacement policy really sucks! They just don't stand behind their (dead) product and don't want to make things right. Very disappointed! On May 2, 2011, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: "On May 2, 2011 12:41 PM, Bloomin Designs Nursery responded with: Well, after 10+ years shipping plants, we knew it would happen and hope you read any of the other posting about our plants. If you wish, we would be happy to discuss this transaction with anyone concerned about our plants and guarantee, but not in this forum." |
Positive | dollartist (2 reviews) | On Apr 25, 2011, dollartist Winter Springs, FL wrote: Working with Bloomin Designs was a very nice experience. The Delosperma ground cover I ordered arrived looking very healthy and even had a few small flowers in bloom. All questions were answered ASAP and with a friendly attitude. This will be the first place I look for plants in the future. |
Positive | hanoverman (2 reviews) | On Mar 29, 2011, hanoverman Hanover, MD (Zone 7a) wrote: My first time order of a flat (36) of Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' exceeded all expectations. The order was processed and shipped quickly. The plants were well packed. The plants are larger than expected and very healthy. |
Positive | AAGordon (1 review) | On Oct 22, 2010, AAGordon Cary, NC wrote: My order arrived very quickly and the quality of the plants is excellent. I swear they are even in better condition than what I saw recently at our local high-quality-expensive nursery. I would certainly order from Bloomin Designs again! |
Positive | FRECKLEJANE (2 reviews) | On Jun 24, 2010, FRECKLEJANE Danielsville, GA wrote: PLACED MY FIRST ORDER. I WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THE QUALITY AND SIZE OF THE PLANTS, THIS WILL BE MY NUMBER ONE COMPANY TO ORDER FROM. MIKE WAS VERY KIND AND HELPFUL ON THE PHONE. JUST SUPER NICE PEOPLE WITH WONDERFUL PLANTS AND SERVICE. I'M ALREADY PLANNING MY NEXT ORDER. |
Positive | Auggie69 (1 review) | On Apr 21, 2010, Auggie69 Elgin, IL wrote: I would strongly suggest everyone buy from this nursery before all others!! I just now signed up to Dave's Garden for the sole purpose of adding to all the positive comments for Linda & Mike. |
Positive | MicheRutledge (1 review) | On Apr 17, 2010, MicheRutledge Hutchinson, KS wrote: I ordered several flats of perennials and they arrived promptly on the date that I requested. The plants were well-packed, undamaged and in good shape. |
Positive | hdnurse (1 review) | On Jun 27, 2009, hdnurse Cary, United States wrote: I ordered 2 flats of Georgia Blue. They arrived quickly; the packaging was great. Not a drop of soil was lost and the plants were all green and happy. They gave me a great deal and I will definitely order from them again. |
Positive | SuthernKitten (2 reviews) | On Jun 11, 2009, SuthernKitten Cincinnati, OH (Zone 6a) wrote: I recently ordered two flats of the 4" pots of Variegated Liriope based on the positive comments I'd seen here. They were shipped from Ga.on June 9 and arrived in Cincinnati on June 10. I was extremely pleased with the size, quality and condition of the plants which far exceeded my expectations. When you mail order, especially from a new place (this was my 1st order), you never know what to expect.......and I was surprised and quite pleased by the plants I rec'd. Mike and Linda obviously run a quality business and provide healthy, high quality plants at a reasonable cost. I will definitely order from Blooming Designs again in the future based on this experience. |
Positive | SunnyGardener (1 review) | On Jun 4, 2009, SunnyGardener Homosassa, FL wrote: I just received my first order of roses from Bloomin Designs and was very impressed with how well they were packed and how healthy the roses were. I wanted the new varieties of Knockout roses and had a hard time finding them; but when I checked out Bloomin Designs site, they had every variety I wanted and the price was very reasonable. Happy Day! ;) In addition, the email I received as to the shipment being sent and when I could expect to receive it, was right on the mark. Living in Florida I knew I was taking a chance ordering roses this late in the season; but this worked out very well. I look forward to ordering from them again. |
Positive | Blackbelt_Lizzy (29 reviews) | On May 2, 2009, Blackbelt_Lizzy La Grange Park, IL wrote: I purchased 4 flats of plants and three daylilly plants. The flats came packed with beautiful plants and survived the shipping because of the great packing. I had a question regarding shipping and Mike was very helpful...super service. I also received a discount on the flats. This is an all-round great place to buy plants and I will definitely order from them again. |
Positive | BayStorm (2 reviews) | On Apr 24, 2009, BayStorm Hendersonville, TN wrote: I ordered a flat of Autumn Fire Sedum on Friday and I got my flat by Wednesday! Woo Hoo! My experience with this company was ALL good. I was confused on how to get the discount for flats and I left a message. They got right back with me and honored the discount with no glitches or hitches. Great to work with. NICE people. And the plants are healthy and happy to boot! I will definitely use this site again. -- Tennessee |
Positive | surory (3 reviews) | On Apr 11, 2009, surory Bethany Beach, DE wrote: Bloomin' Designs sent me one flat of ajuga and one flat of Chrysogonum. BD's are 4" pots, filled to the brim, very, very large plants looking very healthy. Price per plant here is less than others I ordered from another company which came in only 3" pots and look sickly by comparison. My order was shipped very quickly, the packaging was outstanding, plants arrived in perfect condition and pots were filled to overflowing. Shipping costs were also reasonable. |
Positive | Nancy726 (1 review) | On Apr 9, 2009, Nancy726 Middletown, CA wrote: Wonderful varieties of hostas offered. The site has them categorized by size, which I appreciated. I didn't have to sort through all of them to get the size I wanted. Mike & Linda worked with me on the best shipping date for my area. I was notified of shipment and the plants arrived fresh and healthy. I am very happy with the great plants and great service! |
Positive | sandy1954 (1 review) | On Apr 5, 2009, sandy1954 Daytona Beach, FL wrote: Bought some perennals.They were great nice size plants |
Positive | elizabethperk (2 reviews) | On Mar 24, 2009, elizabethperk Azle, TX (Zone 8a) wrote: I am excited about this company. I bought bareroot knockout roses from this company a few weeks ago and the roots were about 10 to 12 inches long and many of them. I also bought some packaged knockouts from Lowes and their rootbase was about 6 inches long. Needless to say the roses from Bloomin' designs are thriving and the ones from Lowes are struggling. I can't wait to purchase more products from this company. |
Positive | succulentdesign (1 review) | On Feb 2, 2009, succulentdesign Apache Junction, AZ wrote: I'm really blown away by my experience with Bloomin' Designs! I've purchased plants from a number of mail order nurseries over the years, but BD's was by far the best experience I've had. My order was shipped very quickly, the packaging was outstanding, plants arrived in perfect condition and pots were filled to overflowing. Shipping costs were also the most reasonable I've seen. You won't be disappointed! |
Positive | dragonflyrn (1 review) | On Oct 28, 2008, dragonflyrn Omaha, NE wrote: I got my hostas and knockout roses in perfect condition! They were packed well and very fresh. One of the biggest I have every recieved by mail order. Very quick shipping! The people at Bloomin Designs were also very helpful when it came to assisting me in picking my selection that would work for my yard in my zone. They even gave me planting and care tips! It was a wonderful experience and I would recommend them to anyone. You will definately be receiving more of my business in the future. |
Positive | GeneS3 (1 review) | On Oct 1, 2008, GeneS3 Bradenton, FL wrote: Hi Linda & Mike, |