El Plantio Nursery

Depending on the day, sometimes the nursery has a good variety of plants, then other times. not so much. It's hit & miss on the plants types. I have left my name on a list to be called when a specific plant came in, did not hear back? I would have appreciated a mess. back to let me know they didn't forget my request, regardless of the findings.

Thanks for all of your help Sean! So happy i found this place, the plants are safe with me!

Love this place! Everyone is nice, knowledgeable and helpful. Very healthy plants, which translates out to $$$, but that's just how things are these days. A $25 roses 2 years ago, is now $40.

Great place for California Native plants. The staff is always friendly and knowledgeable about what you're buying.

Lloyd at El Plantio Nursery provided the best nursery experience I could have hoped for. Far above and beyond the many places I checked before finding El Plantio. Lloyd was incredibly patient and helpful with my many questions. He helped me select the ideal Crape Myrtle trees to match my garden and preferences. He covered everything including placement, the best time to plant, pre-planting prep, irrigation, and a fertilizer plan.

His installation team, and the supplies they used were top quality, and we are thrilled with the results. We never made it to the nursery. Working with Lloyd over the phone and with email and pictures, we were confident we had the right nursery provider. And, our confidence was rewarded. Thank you Lloyd and your first-class installers Arnold, Octavio, and Santiago for our great experience.

Purchased some bare root fruit trees. Great selection of plants, friendly employees. Reasonably priced glazed planters.

My car broke down and I pulled in here, these friendly people were so patient and kind while I figured out what to do, I appreciate them so much and I know that they are a blessing to even those who are not their customers : I recommend this business as an ethical and friendly establishment in Encinidos. Thanks so much!

Very nice and helpful staff. Small but different varieties of plants, shrubs and trees. I saw this very giant Monstera Deliciosa (swiss cheese), under the tree, so beautiful.

Lovely place lots to see and choose from. The people who works there are very kind too

This is my favorite local nursery they've never steered me wrong. I started a fruit orchard and half the trees I purchased here. Check my ZenGROW YouTube page to see all the things I'm growing including my medical cannabis which I did not get at this nursery lol. maybe one day?

Impressive quality, price and selection of plants. Beautiful grounds in Escondido. They have a small pond care section with mist jets outside. Lovely place to visit!

Always a good experience. Sometimes they don't have everything you need. There is a pretty decent selection of CA natives as well.

Great nursery for picking up some fruit trees. They also have a nice selection of quality indoor outdoor plants.

If you need a little advice and an amazing selection then stop in. This place has really great people at the helm. The kids and I were able to get a wide variety of plants and flowers and had fun while doing it.

The extensive local plant selection is great for the environment and you can find cool plants that they have at the Safari Park here as well.

Fantastic staff, they'll help you find what you need even if you don't know what you want. I went there right before quarentine and the associate gladly helped me picking out a few roses. Now as for the roses themselves, they are absolutely beautiful! They bloomed 1st season they were planted and look/smell amazing! If you're looking for some color or something a little different, definitely check them out! You will not be disappointed

This place is awesome. They have a large selection of plants and other garden accessories. The employees are friendly and the service is great. I've been going there for years and will keep going.

Service oriented and friendly, really good listeners! Amazing roses.etc.wouldn't go anywhere else!

I always love going to El Plantio it is fun just walking around and the Snapp's are so knowledgeable and offer great recommendations for organic planting and disease control.

So knowledgeable and a huge variety! I just discovered recently and am hooked! Highly recommend and I tell everyone!

Awesome Fairy Garden Workshop led by Kay. Really looking forward to the next event.

Great local business! We always buy our vegetable garden stuff there. They are very knowledgeable! We have taken two classes there that have been amazing!

The most helpful staff. I refer all my friends to girls who work there for any planting questions. Over half my plants have come from this nursery. Their native plants are the best!

Had fun browsing this awesome nursery! So many things here I am unable to get back in Iowa.and yes, many would never survive our climate! So it was quite fun to learn the new plants that love California. BTW, my husband was only interested in the lizards! Sheesh!

Incredibly helpful staff with tons of healthy plants on site: