Bill Madden's Nursery: A Shopper's Guide

Why You Should Visit

• Wide Selection: You'll find a huge range of plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, aromatics, ferns, bedding plants, perennials, annuals, bi-annuals, hedging, and grasses. The location offers everything you could need for your garden.
• Excellent Value: Shoppers consistently mention great value for their money. Prices are described as reasonable.
• Expert Advice: The staff are described as friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. You can expect honest and genuine advice, with staff members like Joe, Liam, Tina, and Darren being particularly noted for their expertise. They readily offer advice on plant selection, placement, care, and pest control.
• Outstanding Customer Service: You'll experience old-school customer service. Staff members are accommodating, patient (even with young children), and willing to go the extra mile, such as finding specific plants or arranging deliveries, including to the Aran Islands.
• High-Quality Plants: The nursery grows its own plants, ensuring excellent quality. The plants are described as excellent, and the quality is considered a key feature.
• Relaxed Atmosphere: The atmosphere is described as relaxed, with a lot of space to roam and browse.
• Family Run & Local Business: The business is family-run and a valued Galway resource.
• Unique Experience: The location has a "great atmosphere" and sometimes even features a resident marmalade cat.

Why You Might Consider Alternatives

• Potential for Poor Experiences: Be aware that one review alleges dishonest practices, including taking advantage of customers and charging for services not performed. This is an isolated incident and should be viewed critically, but warrants consideration.