Patrick the sales associate and Jason the sales register associate. Where both very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommend these 2 people. They were not pushy in any way. Better then the other nursery I called. Oh and Brendan was awesome and solved all my questions of the phone
Green thumb offers great plant and flower selections at very competitive pricing. Bulb selection is terrific - try the dinner plate dahlia tubers in the spring! Sarah is the best. The staff is so helpful!
Such a fun experience, buying plants for my spring garden (100% still living) and then buying a couple of decorations in the garden center. I received great customer service in the garden center and inside. Don’t forget to check out the gifts in the back and all the cute things to decorate your yard.
Green thumb is your neighborhood nursery! Their team designed a backyard garden within minutes we had a design on paper that we could give to our gardener to install. We purchased all of our plants at green thumb w help of their experts.We have also taken pictures of diseased plants or brought in leaves they immediately told us how to resolve problem. We also purchased pottery all at affordable prices.Thanks green thumb 👍
Green thumb is your neighborhood nursery! Their team designed a backyard garden within minutes we had a design on paper that we could give to our gardener to install. We purchased all of our plants at green thumb w help of their experts.We have also taken pictures of diseased plants or brought in leaves they immediately told us how to resolve problem. We also purchased pottery all at affordable prices.Thanks green thumb ?
I love this nursery! They have a wide variety of plants and pots. The prices are very reasonable. The staff is so nice and helpful. They are my favorite nursery in So Cal. I live an hour away and will make the drive for their plants.
My wife and I purchased our home 47 yrs ago, most if not all of my landscaping was fro green thumb.. To this days, most have flourished…
I know, I can always trust Green Thumb Nursery for the superior quality plants, fertilizers, soil and even getting all your questions answered by their plant experts and talking to them instilled in me a love for gardening. Over and above they have a great collection of garden decor items and other nicknacks! Always a joy to just to browse...you never know what treasure you'll find! So thank you Green Thumb for the inspiration and for always being there 🙏Here's a picture of my garden...
I know, I can always trust Green Thumb Nursery for the superior quality plants, fertilizers, soil and even getting all your questions answered by their plant experts and talking to them instilled in me a love for gardening. Over and above they have a great collection of garden decor items and other nicknacks! Always a joy to just to browse...you never know what treasure you'll find! So thank you Green Thumb for the inspiration and for always being there ?Here's a picture of my garden...
I have to drive about 25 minutes to get to the Green thumb nursery, but it is well worth the trip. They have a wonderful selection of flowers, plants and vegetables for my garden. Their employees do such a wonderful job of caring for the plants and they are healthy and thriving when I bring them home. The employees that work at Green thumb are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Honestly, Green thumb nursery is one of the top places on my list to shop.
We are at the point that you can buy anything online. There are so many online nurseries that you can order at two in the morning and that’s very convenient but something about Garden something about the physical : that dirt and plant and the human interaction that beats any website out there. thus the place like this nursery is priceless, you not only see the plant that you getting, touching it , feel it but also the expert advice for your local area that give you instructions and direction to make your plant in your garden a successful endeavor . Plus, they are local so support your local business and stop by and see what this asset is, right in your “backyard”.
I could literally spend my whole day @ Green Thumb just looking and re-looking at all they have to offer. Their employees are pretty incredible too, very knowledgeable and helpful as I pursue making my polinator garden the best it can be. I was chosen to be one of five gardens highlighted in my cities annual garden tour - thanks in large part to Green Thumb! 🌸😁🌸
The workers are very knowledgeable and happy to help me with finding what I needed. I purchased a plum tree and some potting soil. The tree is very healthy and growing very nicely.
Nice store. Good selection of plants. This is a great backyard plants. This is the store if you want advice or help. The people here know their stuff. They even have an advice help kiosk in the middle of the garden area.During the holidays they have a great Christmas set up with ornaments and trees as well as Christmas town sets.
We had a wonderful visit to Green Thumb Nursery and brought home a lovely little lemon tree. Special thank you to Elijah for his exceptional service! Elijah was incredibly kind, patient and knowledgable. He expertly guided us in selecting the perfect lemon tree for our garden. We're thrilled with our purchase and highly recommend this nursery.
This is my favorite nursery. They are very knowledgable and friendly. The plants here are also very well taken care of with a large selection. Highly recommend this place for your gardening needs.
They are always well stocked with vegetables. Always have an abundance of different types of lettuces, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, etc. The customer service and everyone that works there is also very well versed and as always available for any questions and concerns that might come up in the garden.. And if you're looking for indoor plants you can stop looking cuz they've got an entire area just dedicating to that.
I love going to Green Thumb, I have my special route I take when I arrive. The staff are friendly and helpful.
The best home gardening store ever! I have been shopping at Green Thumb since I was little. And now as an adult, I see why my parents always came here. The best plant variety, quality, and prices.?????????✅️✅️✅️ I always find plants at Green Thumb that just aren't available at big box stores. And the decor is also unique. Will come back as long as their doors are open.
Green Thumb is a great nursery. They carry a great variety that cycles a little with the season. The grounds are beautiful and very serene. Its a nice way to spend time just walking up and down the isles. The staff is always helpful, albeit busy. There is a lot to do and see. You can address most if not all garden needs at Green Thumb.
This nursery has so many beautiful indoor plants! Large selection! There is so much more to see, for sure one of my favorite nurseries
I can not recommend Green Thumb highly enough. The sales staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The plants are well cared for and nicely maintained. The greenhouse is my favorite type of "treasure chest".....I always find something new and interesting. The selection of bird feeders is substantial. Garden accessories, pots and decorative items are all very appealing. I believe the pricing is fair and in line with other similar establishments.It remains one of my favorite places to shop!
I visited on Mother’s Day to find native narrow-leaf milkweed and Dudleya, not the most common plants. I was helped by four different employees to locate those items, but left with both! Each employee was courteous and helpful. I will shop there again, even though there are several nurseries closer to my home.
Green Thumb always has a great variety of healthy, beautiful plants and flowers. Their staff is knowledgeable and always happy to answer even my most basic questions! It's my favorite place to shop!
Convenient location, friendly staff. 98% of the plants I purchased from here are still going strong after 10 years!
Wonderful nursery with amazing selection of plants.In the Spring they have great garden veggie starts that are unique and fun to grow. If you are looking for something different or out of the ordinary their selection of perennials and trees has something for everyone. The prices are reasonable and the staff are helpful. The selection of plants is exceptional. I encourage anyone who loves gardening or plants in general to visit, you won’t be disappointed.
Green thumb has everything you need. They have taught me, helped me and supplied me with healthy plants, a large variety of pots, soil, pavers and yard decor.
I’ve been going to Green Thumb nursery in Lake Forest for decades! It definitely is my happy place! I think they must say “here she comes AGAIN “ when they see me coming.? The plants are always so healthy , the staff is s very friendly and helpful. Once when the cashier asked Patrick, he took a ceramic pot and caladium out of my 94 year old moms cart , disappeared with it and came back with it perfectly planted decorated with white rocks so she didn’t have to buy a bag of dirt! Above and beyond! ??
It’s such a pleasure to walk around Green Thumb Nursery. There are so many plant varieties to choose from. I love the garden art, too. The staff are helpful and friendly. Great prices as well! I love Kathy’s YouTube videos!
My plants with the best longevity have all been from green thumb. I’m not the best plant caretaker, but by far out of anywhere I have purchased plants, theirs are the healthiest and stay healthy after taking them home. Also- their pots are the best selection I’ve seen! Super trendy and cool
We recently upended our backyard to put in a pool. Our entire yard needed landscaping. We searched around for deals and service and have always found ourselves coming back to green thumb! We really appreciated their landscape design offer and would recommend it for anyone who needs it. Spend $750 on a gift card and you get to meet with a designer for your project. The staff are friendly and helpful (if they’re not occupied by all the other customers) and the value is much better than we’ve seen at other nurseries. We always enjoy our visits!
I've been going to this Green Thumb for many years and always enjoy coming here! The selection is great and the people are helpful! Plus I enjoy their online newsletter!
Anything garden related, you can find here. Fairies for your garden or live ladybugs and worms for your plants. Flags and flowers of all kinds. Greeting cards and garden gnomes. I enjoy just walking the plant rows, enjoying their beauty.
Such a beautiful place with a lot range’s of flowering plants, cactus , trees , water plants. The staffs were so friendly. We enjoyed buying plants as a family
I started shopping at Green Thumb ???????? nursery a couple years ago and found this an awesome place to shop. This is a family owned business and they decorate super cute for all the holidays. They have an abundance of plants and trees. I bought my Christmas tree there this year and it was amazing. The staff Camrin and Chris were so helpful in the garden area. In fact, all the employees there are super helpful and knowledgeable and friendly. I would recommend this nursery for anyone in the area.
Great place. Good assortment of plants and very helpful staff. The only reason it gets 4 stars is that it's a bit pricey.
Always so nice visiting (and buying yet another new plant) and walking around, especially around the little pond 😉
Green Thumb Plant Nursery has become my local go-to neighborhood plant nursery and gardened supply store. My life as a plant parent and Gardner has thrived because of this store and business. If I am not looking for something to buy, I find a lot of joy in just walking around the nursery grounds. If I'm not buying items for my home, I can also make a quick stop to buy a house plant as a gift for a friend or a loved one. (Thank you, Green Thumb!
Green Thumb has such a great selection of both usual and unusual plants, and their staff is super helpful and informative. I brought in a drawing of my small patio and what limitations I had with sunlight/time of day, and got a list of suggested plants that were all winners!I love even just visiting the store. The mantis, is enjoying the flowers from GT.
I've passed by this nursery for five years and am kicking myself for not visiting it sooner. It looks tiny from the I-5 or from El Toro, so I've been sleeping on Green Thumb (ha). However, when you enter the nursery--WOW, is it huge! It has so much variety in plants and definitely the ones that plant enthusiasts want. The pricing is great too!
Green Thumb Nursery - Lake Forest, CA
Phone
(949) 837-3040
Address
23782 Bridger Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Store Hours
Sunday - Thursday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday - Saturday
8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Green Thumb Nurseries, established in 1946, has been a Southern California local’s favorite for ultra-high-quality Gardening Supplies, Décor, and florist quality indoor plants and outdoor plants. Visit our plant nursery and garden center in the Orange County area conveniently located on Bridger Road in Lake Forest, California where you can find the highest quality plants, outdoor décor, patio furniture, and more with the help of our very knowledgably lawn and garden experts who are ready to help you select the perfect plants to landscape your home or garden with.
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Orange County’s favorite family-owned garden center and plant nursery, Green Thumb Nursery in Lake Forest has over five acres of florist quality plants, trees, flowers, pond plants and more. Our Green Thumb Nursery in Lake Forest has been rated as one of the best places to buy plants in Orange County for years and we welcome you to stop in to see for yourself.
Green Thumb Nursery in Lake Forest is known for their giant selection of top quality popular plants. We are home of the friendly garden experts, we have gorgeous patio, seasonal holiday decor, succulents, california drought tolerant plants and more. The huge selection of citrus trees, beautiful vibrant flowers, water plants, perennials, indoor plants and more make Green Thumb Nursery the perfect garden destination in Orange County!
Flowering plants for the home or gifts include Azaleas, Chrysanthemums, Hydrangeas, Gardenias, Orchids, Cyclamen, Roses and many more. The Lake Forest location has many drought tolerant landscaping solutions with hundreds of options for waterwise plants and trees. Our Lake Forest location’s greenhouse is known to carry some of the most exotic houseplants from all over the world at all times.
Our Patio Shop includes furniture sets, umbrellas, replacement cushions, benches, Bar-B-Ques (BBQs) and accessories, rain covers, outdoor decorative flags, gift items, Department 56 collectibles and a vast amount of holiday and seasonal decor including Christmas, Halloween, Mother’s Day and more!
Thousands of Plant Varieties for Every Gardening Need
At Green Thumb Nursery - Lake Forest, we cater to all gardening preferences with our extensive selection, including:
- Florist-quality indoor & outdoor plants to brighten your home and yard
- Drought-tolerant options for water-conscious landscapes
- A huge selection of fruit trees for your very own orchard
- Vibrant flowers, water plants, and perennials for year-round color
- Seasonal plants like Azaleas, Chrysanthemums, Hydrangeas, Gardenias, Orchids, Cyclamen, and Roses for special occasions or thoughtful gifts
Exquisite Houseplants & Greenhouse Gems
Our greenhouse is brimming with a diverse collection of exotic and rare houseplants, perfect for adding a touch of greenery and style to your indoor spaces.
- A wide variety of stunning, easy-to-care-for houseplants, including trending favorites and hard-to-find species
- Expertly curated collection of plants sourced from around the world to suit any interior design style and taste
- Knowledgeable staff to assist you in selecting the perfect houseplant for your home environment and care capabilities
- Seasonal rotations to ensure a fresh and dynamic selection of plants throughout the year
Breathtaking Blooming Color and Flowers to Brighten Your Garden
Stunning Flower Varieties for Every Garden Style
- Summary: Our impressive selection of blooming plants and flowers includes annuals, perennials, and flowering shrubs, providing endless options for adding vibrant color and beauty to your garden.
- Wide range of colors, sizes, and styles
- Options for sun and shade gardens
- Drought-tolerant and native plant varieties
- Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
Fresh and Flavorful Herbs and Vegetables for Your Garden
Green Thumb Nursery offers a wide variety of herb and vegetable plants that allow you to grow fresh, flavorful produce right in your backyard.
- Easy-to-grow herbs for culinary and medicinal use
- Vegetable plants suitable for various garden sizes and conditions
- Seasonal and year-round options available
- Organic and non-GMO plants
- One of the largest herb and vegetable selections in Orange County
Expert Gardening Advice from Certified Professionals
Our team of California Certified Nursery Professionals (CCN Pros) are always available to provide expert advice and guidance to help you achieve gardening success.
- In-depth plant knowledge and care tips
- Personalized plant recommendations
- Disease and pest prevention advice
- Garden design assistance
Massive Pottery Selection for Your Home & Garden
Green Thumb Nursery offers a diverse range of pottery in various colors, styles, and sizes, allowing you to find the perfect pots and planters for your garden design.
- Ceramic, terra cotta, resin and many more pottery options
- Pots and containers in all shapes and sizes
- Unique and artistic designs
- Lightweight and durable materials
- Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use
Unrivaled Cactus and Succulent Collection
Our extensive collection of cacti and succulents includes both popular favorites and unique specimens, providing endless options for your drought-tolerant landscape or indoor garden.Rare and hard-to-find varieties Low-maintenance plants for busy gardeners Ideal for water-wise landscaping Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use
Beautiful Pond Plants to Enhance Your Water Garden
Our diverse selection of pond plants, including water lilies, lotus, and more allows you to create a vibrant and thriving aquatic ecosystem in your garden.
- Wide variety of aquatic plant species
- Pond fish, tadpoles and other pond products
- Enhances water quality and clarity
- Provides habitat for fish and other aquatic life
- Adds visual interest and beauty to your pond
High-Quality Outdoor Furniture and Patio Shop
Our wide selection of high-quality outdoor furniture and patio sets ensures you'll find the perfect pieces to create a comfortable and stylish outdoor living space.Durable and weather-resistant materials Stylish and functional designs Coordinated sets for easy decorating Umbrellas and accessories to complete your space
Free Professional Landscape Design Service for $750+ Projects
Take advantage of our free landscape design program for projects over $750 and let our professional designers create a stunning, custom outdoor space tailored to your needs and desires.
Our landscape design program includes:
- One-on-one consultation with an experienced landscape designer to discuss your backyard needs and desires
- Custom landscape design tailored to your unique space, incorporating popular and trending design elements for maximum visual impact
- A tour of our nursery to explore plant and tree options in person, ensuring the perfect selections for your design
- Purchase a $750 gift card retainer, and the landscape design service is on us! Use the gift card for any plants, merchandise, or landscaping supplies needed for your project
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to elevate your outdoor living space with our expert landscape design service. Book your appointment now, as our designers' availability is limited during our busy season.
Exclusive Savings with Free Weekly Coupons for Newsletter and Text Promo Subscribers
By subscribing to Green Thumb Nursery's weekly email newsletter and text promotions, you'll receive exclusive access to free coupons and special offers, helping you save on all your gardening needs.
On top of free weekly coupons, subscribers also enjoy:
- Free video gardening videos
- Free garden articles/blogs
- Early access to sales and promotions
The Perfect Garden Awaits
Your dream garden is within reach at Green Thumb Nursery - Lake Forest. Let our knowledgeable staff and exceptional selection inspire and guide you in creating a beautiful, thriving outdoor space. Visit us today and experience the Green Thumb Nursery difference for yourself.
Green Thumb Nursery Careers
More than 5 acres of healthy plant selection. Whether you are shopping for colorful ornamental plants, textured succulents, fruit trees or roses: Green Thumb has it all.
Green Thumb carries products that are drought tolerant, butterfly-friendly and hummingbird-friendly. Click the photo to view all of the types of plants that we carry in-store.
Our Garden Experts know plants! We have more than 10 CCN Pros and hundreds of years of experience on staff. Get answers you can trust!
Our store carries USA/Handmade Luxury Outdoor Patio Furniture. Enjoy your warm, California weather in complete comfort and style.
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