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The Educated Gardener

Name: The Educated Gardener
Address: 22210 Blue Star Mem Hwy, Atascadero, CA 93422, USA, Atascadero, CA, US
Telephone: +1805-438-4250
Rating: 4.8

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Phone:+1805-438-4250

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📍22210 Blue Star Mem Hwy, Atascadero, CA 93422, USA

Hours

mondayClosed

tuesday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

wednesday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

thursday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

friday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

saturday10:30 AM - 4:30 PM

sundayClosed

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About the Nursery

Retail Nursery and Garden Center. Top products: Hardy perennials, Water garden plants, Bare root fruit trees, California native plants, Seasonal vegetable starts. The Educated Gardener is a retail nursery and garden center based in Santa Margarita, California, characterized by its unique, thematic 'tiny western town' atmosphere. The business specializes in a diverse horticultural inventory that includes hardy and unusual perennial species, California native plants, and aquatic plants suitable for ponds and water gardens. Their seasonal offerings encompass bedding plants, vegetable starts, and bare-root stock including fruit, shade, and ornamental trees and shrubs. Beyond live plant sales, the nursery functions as a comprehensive garden center, providing garden accessories and a curated selection of literature for gardening enthusiasts. The business serves local homeowners and garden hobbyists, emphasizing an immersive shopping experience that features an aviary, pond exhibits, and a pet-friendly, casual environment. They maintain a physical location in downtown Santa Margarita and supplement their local operations with an online bookstore and gift shop.

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Customer Reviews(14)

Corina CalsingEdited a year ago

My mom has a small pond in her yard lacking plants. After some research, I realized quickly that this is one of the few places left in SLO county that has pond plants. First of all, the grounds are ABUNDANT! I could have spent a lot more time shopping. I really look forward to visiting again just to scope stuff out. Second, the owner is very friendly and accommodating. She sold me a water lilly before she'd potted them because I was willing to do it myself. Finally, the prices can't be beat. I was pleasantly surprised when I checked out. This place is so worth the trip from SLO or even farther south. Santa Margarita is darling, and you should visit for this nursery plus so much more.

Anita Ball3 years ago

A specialty nursery with a special owner running the place. Not to be missed!

Lewis Wessels4 years ago

If you are in Santa Margarita, this well cared for, somewhat eclectic, nursery is worth a visit. Home to one of the largest grape vines I have ever seen, the owner has stocked the grounds with all kinds of interesting plants - be sure to explore all the well hidden corners for interesting finds. The owner is a wealth of knowledge, not only of the product she sells, but of the local history.

Katherine Chou5 years ago

My favorite nursery in California... Lovely variety and a true garden. Let's you see what natural beauty looks like.

bill mulderEdited 5 years ago

The Educated Gardener has been the spot I take my kids to experience an outdoor place with beautiful ponds, funny chickens and singing canaries. Every corner has a new discovery for them. My mom loved to stop by after visiting and bought new plants, or a piece of Mexican pottery. I would suggest having regular classes on weekends to spread the knowledge. Wildflower identification class?

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