Comments regarding Plants of the Southwest
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Positive | cactusman8 (10 reviews) | On Oct 19, 2013, cactusman8 San Marcos, TX (Zone 8b) wrote: Received an order from them a few days ago after only 3 days from placing the order. So far the germination has been excellent. Will definitely reorder from them. |
Positive | picealuver (7 reviews) | On Jun 26, 2012, picealuver East Wenatchee, WA wrote: My experience is that I cannot record great success with raising plants from seed from any specific source. However, I have been quite content with the plants from seeds I have purchased from Plants of the Southwest. |
Positive | jpgreen (5 reviews) | On Feb 4, 2011, jpgreen Roswell, NM (Zone 7a) wrote: I've found PSW an excellent source for desert natives, great customer service, and they are very affordable. I would recommend them to anyone. |
Positive | Lynn1223 (4 reviews) | On Nov 21, 2010, Lynn1223 Rio Linda, CA wrote: Just received first order from this company. Staff was very helpful, since I forgot to request all the seeds I wanted in my mail order. Was no problem having them add it whenever my order reached them! Appreciate that in my old forgetful age! Seeds were shipped quickly; appreciate that they provide seed for many hard to find species. Also appreciate germination instructions. Most likely will order from this company again. |
Positive | shindagger (4 reviews) | On Oct 27, 2010, shindagger Oklahoma City, OK wrote: I have ordered from Plants of the Southwest numerous times. As a result, I have many mature desert natives thriving in my Oklahoma garden including Rabbitbush, Apache Plume, various kinds of Sage, Desert Marigold that has naturalized, many Native Grasses, Globemallow, Penstemens, and many many other perennials and annuals. They have been a great help in filling a no-lawn, large city yard for very little money and I now have the most colorful yard within miles with almost no watering. |
Positive | 505badgolfer (2 reviews) | On Jun 27, 2009, 505badgolfer Albuquerque, NM wrote: The retail store is my favorite nursery in the Albuquerque metro area. Good selection of xeric plants, and there is usually at least one knowledgeable staff person on duty at all times. I've been purchasing plants and seeds from them for 3 years and have had no problems. I've never dealt with the mail order division or the nursery in Santa Fe. |
Positive | cerridwenn (4 reviews) | On Mar 20, 2009, cerridwenn Farmington, NM (Zone 5a) wrote: i don't really have any complaints about plants of the southwest. they are easy to order from and i have had good results from the seeds. they don't have live plants and some of the plants they offer seeds are extremely difficult to germinate - this is not the company's fault but it is a shame to only be able to get seeds for those particular ones... |
Positive | desertviking (4 reviews) | On Dec 16, 2008, desertviking Albuquerque, NM wrote: Excellent company. Always prompt in shipping seeds, good germination rates. Their retail locations (ABQ and Santa Fe) have an excellent selection of healthy native plants. An excellent source for chile pepper seeds. |
Positive | LindaTX8 (4 reviews) | On Dec 15, 2008, LindaTX8 NE Medina Co., TX (Zone 8a) wrote: I have ordered seeds from this company for several years and am very happy with the service I received. They always mailed the correct seeds and mailed them within a reasonable amount of time. Very good reliable company! |
Positive | azreno (10 reviews) | On Sep 19, 2008, azreno Mesa, AZ (Zone 9b) wrote: Love this company's seed selection for the southwest! I ordered a bunch of seeds this spring, shipping was quick, loved the seed packets. |
Positive | peachespickett (6 reviews) | On Feb 10, 2007, peachespickett Huntington, AR wrote: I've ordered a few times from this company, and will continue to do so. Fast shipping ... rare selections of native desert plants ... high germination rate for tough-to-start species. A+ |
Positive | lefsamamma (3 reviews) | On Mar 29, 2006, lefsamamma Bellvue, CO wrote: This is my first year ordering from this company, and I'm quite pleased. Very fast shipping--about a week for three different orders. Plenty of seed and the prices are very reasonable. So far germination has been great.Some of the seeds are for plants that are difficult to germinate so I'm hoping all will produce in the end. |
Positive | JDWHIT (6 reviews) | On Nov 19, 2005, JDWHIT Andrews, TX wrote: Ordered several packets of seeds which were somewhat slow to arrive--and one of them turned out to be empty. I contacted the company by phone, and they quickly sent me a full packet of seeds. I was satisfied overall--this is a small company dealing in rare and obscure plants. |
Positive | trrh (2 reviews) | On Oct 17, 2005, trrh Rio Rancho, NM wrote: I get there one free magazine and it was shiped fast and its information is good and detailed and they sell flowers and vegetable. |
Positive | KaperC (11 reviews) | On Dec 7, 2004, KaperC No. San Diego Co., CA (Zone 10b) wrote: I received an immediate e-mail response to my order and the order itself arrived in just over a week. I purchased seeds only; they arrived well packaged and labeled, with instructions for planting. These are wildflower seeds, one of which I had a hard time finding. The prices seemed very reasonable to me and I would order from this company again. |
Positive | nevadagdn (118 reviews) | On Dec 4, 2004, nevadagdn Sparks, NV (Zone 7a) wrote: I'd ordered plants from this company about 3 years ago, and my order was forgotten, delayed, and finally sent so late that most of the small plants didn't make it. I noticed that as of my most recent order (11/29/04) that Plants of the Southwest no longer sells plants, only seeds. Based on my previous experience, that's a good thing. On March 14th, 2005, nevadagdn added the following: good germination rates so far. |
Positive | ewinter (10 reviews) | On Sep 6, 2004, ewinter El Prado, NM wrote: I live nearby (<2 hrs. drive) so don't order but purchase retail instead. This is a good place for SW climate and xeriscaping. Also useful for restoration projects. I like browsing their book section. Staff assistance can be a little spotty, with a fair amount of turnover. Selection is good, though prices are on the premium side. Worth stopping in if you find yourself in the area. |
Positive | silkieweaver (10 reviews) | On Apr 27, 2004, silkieweaver Salem, OR (Zone 8a) wrote: I've bought seeds and plants from this company for the past several years. Up until a year ago, I had the luxury of living within easy driving distance of their Albuquerque store and bought many plants for my garden. Now that I'm living in the Pacific Northwest, not everything in their catalog will thrive here, but I still found several suitable flower, herb and veg seeds that I ordered this spring. My order arrived within a reasonable time, complete and without mistakes. I will continue to do business with these folks, no matter where I live. |
Positive | twitser (15 reviews) | On Apr 26, 2004, twitser Dawsonville, GA wrote: Ordered 4 packs of seeds online from this company. They immediately sent a confirmation email. I received the seeds within 2 weeks. I can't, as of yet, attest to seed quality but they are an efficient company with good prices and didn't charge shipping for the amount I bought. I'm very happy with them so far and hope to do business with them again. |
Positive | loneranger (3 reviews) | On Mar 18, 2004, loneranger Temple City, CA wrote: I ordered wildflowers and was very pleased with their excellent and prompt service. They provided planting guides describing how to deal with native plants. |
Positive | nowheat (1 review) | On Nov 5, 2003, nowheat Midland, TX (Zone 7a) wrote: I've dealt with this company for two decades now, first by mail order, then over the internet, and recently, in person. Their seeds are reliable, live plants are varied, their people know their stuff, and their prices are excellent. Plus, their mail order catalog is a small wonder, full of photos and well-written descriptions. |
Positive | kstahnke (3 reviews) | On Oct 17, 2003, kstahnke wrote: I ordered seeds from these guys in early October and received them in about 5 days. I'm starting plants beneath lights so I started some of each using the coffee filter baggie method and have had stellar results. In only the 5th day almost all my seeds have germinated including some that I was supposed to stratify and wanted to expose to warm moisture before putting in the refrigerator. So much for cold-stratifying this bunch. |
Positive | kevck (1 review) | On Aug 18, 2003, kevck wrote: I ordered from this great company in Aug 2003 and seeds were delivered via international delivery in a week. Good, safe packaging and considering the price and seed quantity, I'd say they offer a real bargain! |
Positive | dianthusman (29 reviews) | On Dec 3, 2002, dianthusman Pecos, NM (Zone 5b) wrote: A great selection of impossible-to-find seeds and native plants for the dry garden. I live just a few minutes' drive from this nursery, and always have to restrain myself from buying everything I see. My only cavil is the lack of precise germination info on the seed packets; some of the stuff, being wildflowers, clearly requires special treatment to initiate germination. Staff knowledge varies, but everybody at POSW is committed to customer satisfaction. |
Positive | Kuhma (2 reviews) | On Apr 8, 2002, Kuhma Boulder, United States wrote: I have ordered seeds from Plants of the Southwest, and have been quite please with both the product and the service. I am actually planting 3-year old seeds from POS with fairly good results. No southwest or intermountain west gardener should be without this catalog. I use the catalog as a reference (for the pictures and the growing instructions). Seeds for ornamental plants and vegetables are available. Seeds for plants suitable for Colorado's short growing season are available, along with unusual and interesing plants. |
Positive | Tim10 (2 reviews) | On Jan 18, 2002, Tim10 Desert Hot Springs, CA (Zone 10b) wrote: This company offers many seeds and some plants that aren't available in the usual lush garden catalogs. Great for Desert gardeners who are looking for natives and low water users. The service was fast and courteous and you can order on line. |
Positive | LaurelFitzhugh (1 review) | On Oct 1, 2000, LaurelFitzhugh wrote: Excellent website, service, plants. They definitely handle orders with a personal touch, and I have found them very dependable for service and quality. Order their catalog, too, if you are interested in xeriscaping. Huge amounts of information. |
Positive | KimKoch (1 review) | On Apr 1, 2000, KimKoch wrote: I love these guys. While the plants I ordered were a bit small they were healthy they are thriving. I usually phone in my order and have received excellent service each time. I wish that I would have known about them before visiting Santa Fe. Thanks to their healthy plants, I am successfully growing 3 California Big Sage plants in my Midwest garden. I have to run my fingers through them every time I walk by. |
Positive | LarryMadole (1 review) | On Feb 1, 1996, LarryMadole wrote: All kinds of gardening supplies, and a few plants. A wonderful selection of desert plants and more, especially good source for those of us trying to practice xeriscaping. |