Shopping Guide: My Little Greenhouse
My Little Garden Centre Shopping Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Excellent Plant Selection: You'll find a wide variety of indoor plants, including tropicals, succulents, and cacti. The shop is known for having an impressive collection.
- Competitive Pricing: Shoppers can expect to find plants at prices significantly lower than other plant shops. For example, a global green pothos was available for $5, while a similar plant cost $18 elsewhere. You might also find plants priced as low as $6 or $7 each.
- Knowledgeable and Friendly Owner: The owner, Greg, is incredibly friendly and helpful. He is knowledgeable about plants, providing useful advice on plant care, and is always willing to answer your questions.
- Exceptional Customer Service: The staff provides excellent service, being patient, nice, and helpful. They assist customers in picking out plants and answering questions about their care. They are known for being very kind, and may even provide small cuttings after your purchase.
- Healthy and Well-Potted Plants: The plants are healthy and well-cared for.
- Reasonable Prices: You'll find the prices extremely reasonable. One shopper bought four small, healthy plants for less than $20.
- Positive Shopping Experience: The shop offers a pleasant atmosphere, and the owner often provides discounts or a great surprise.
- Convenient Location: Situated in Horizon Mall in Calgary, making it accessible.
- Frequent Visitor Destination: It's so good it's a destination even for shoppers from Edmonton.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Potential for Inconsistent Communication: Be aware that some customers have reported extremely poor service, particularly with communication over the phone. This includes situations where the owner may not be available at the shop and possibly not reachable by phone.
- Service Discrepancies: While most reviews highlight positive customer interactions, experiences may vary.
- Travel Considerations: If you are traveling from a distance, confirm the owner's availability before visiting.