Shopping Guide: Arch Greenhouses
Arch Greenhouse - Your Shopping Guide
Why You Should Visit
- You'll find a huge selection of plants. The location offers a vast variety, making it easy to find what you're looking for. The size of the greenhouse is impressive, offering row upon row of plants.
- Expect healthy and vibrant plants. Shoppers can expect plants that are well taken care of, looking gorgeous, healthy, and bright. The plants are started and grown in the greenhouse, with many in excellent condition.
- Enjoy a wide variety of plant types. You'll find options for both indoor and outdoor spaces, including annuals, perennials, and potentially even houseplants. Expect a succulent section and seeds.
- Discover unique finds. Shoppers have found specific plants like yellow and coral-colored Mandevillas.
- Benefit from a great cause. This greenhouse is a non-profit supporting a local community, specifically assisting individuals with disabilities through employment. Your purchase supports local therapy programs.
- Experience friendly and helpful staff. The staff is knowledgeable and provides excellent customer service. You'll find conversations and interactions with the staff to be pleasant.
- Appreciate a well-organized shopping experience. The greenhouse is well-organized and clean, which makes navigating the space easy, with an excellent setup for shopping, especially during a pandemic.
- The checkout process is fast. Even when arranging plants on trays and totaling things up, the checkout process is efficient.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Be aware of potential plant health issues. One experience included a Gollum Jade plant with powdery mildew and scale, indicating that not all plants are perfectly healthy upon purchase. The soil might not be ideal (e.g., compact and mostly peat).
- Customer service can be inconsistent. While some report friendly and helpful staff, others experienced rude and unhelpful interactions, especially regarding specific plant availability and communication about future stock. Some customers have had issues with the greenhouse not fulfilling social media requests.
- Plant selection, particularly for some types, might be limited at times. One shopper felt that the veggie plants had a limited selection.
- Beware of potential for insect infestations. Some customers experienced plants infested with bugs, indicating a potential issue with plant health in the greenhouse.
- Pay attention to plant condition at time of purchase. Some plants might have issues that are not immediately obvious. Check them before buying to make sure they are healthy.