Shopping Guide: Classic Gardens - Sherwood Park
Classic Landscapes Tree Farm: A Shopper's Guide
Why You Should Visit
- Exceptional Customer Service: You'll find staff who go the extra mile. One shopper described a staff member who spent time finding specific trees, sending pictures, and making the purchasing process smooth.
- Knowledgeable and Helpful Staff: The location offers staff members like Mariana and Martinik, who are consistently praised for their expertise. They'll explain the products and offer suggestions, even helping to save you money. You can expect guidance on tree selection, planting, pruning, and long-term care.
- Wide Variety of Products: Shoppers can expect to find a good selection of trees and shrubs, including options like Korean dwarf lilacs.
- Excellent Tree Quality: The reviews mention that trees, like Scots pines, were delivered in good condition. Christmas trees remained fresh for a month. The business supplies quality trees for commercial jobs, and the same quality is available to the public.
- Professional Installation Services: The location offers tree planting services, provided by professional staff who do the job quickly and efficiently while taking care of your property.
- Convenient Hours: Some reviews mention that the location is open later than other places, which can be helpful.
- Positive Phone Experience: You'll likely experience good customer service from the initial phone call.
- Great prices: Great prices on plants are mentioned in a review.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Potential for Price Issues: Be aware that prices on some products may be high. One shopper mentioned price gouging on large nugget bark at $14 per cubic foot. You might want to compare prices with other landscaping businesses.
- Inconsistent Service: While many reviews rave about the helpful staff, there are also complaints about a lack of assistance. Some customers experienced no one available to help with tree and shrub selection, and received only general directions.
- Limited Product Selection: One shopper found the selection of pavers to be poor, so this might be a limitation if you're looking for more than just trees and shrubs.
- Product Appearance: One review mentioned that the trees and shrubs looked "dreadful," so be mindful of the condition of the plants when you visit.