Business Details
Your Trusted California Garden Center for Plants & Landscaping
Armstrong Garden Centers has served California communities for 130 years, dedicated to eliminating gardening guesswork through expert horticultural knowledge, premium plant selections, and personalized customer service. As an employee-owned company with 27 retail locations, we combine generational expertise with a commitment to quality, offering lifetime guarantees on trees and shrubs. Our services span landscape design, installation, and consultation, tailored to California's unique climate. Our team of certified nursery professionals and horticulturists provides tailored guidance for both novice and experienced gardeners.We specialize in regionally appropriate plants, guaranteeing performance in local conditions. Our Armstrong Grown program ensures quality control over annuals, perennials, and vegetables. We offer flexible services including personal shopping, garden consultations, and full-scale landscape transformations. Our employee ownership model fosters deep community investment and customer-focused service. We maintain rigorous quality standards through plant inspections and expert curation. Our educational resources and design rebates empower customers to achieve successful gardening outcomes.
Services
Landscape Design
Garden Consultation
Sod Installation
Artificial Grass
Plant Nursery
Delivery Service
Personal Shopper
Pick & Plant
Design Rebate
Employee Ownership
Highlights and features
- 130-year legacy of California horticultural expertise
- Employee-owned model ensures invested, knowledgeable staff
- Lifetime guarantee on all trees and shrubs
- Certified designers specializing in climate-appropriate landscapes
- Comprehensive service from plant selection to installation
Associations and certifications
- California Certified Nursery Professionals
What people say
Expert guidance
Quality plants
Lifetime guarantee
Beautiful landscapes
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Landscape Design
Our certified designers create custom outdoor spaces tailored to California's climate. Services include site assessment, hand-drawn plans, and plant selection. Customers receive a $599 rebate with qualifying purchases.
Garden Consultation
Professional horticulturists visit homes to identify plants, diagnose issues, and recommend care strategies. Two-hour sessions address watering, pruning, and pest control challenges for established gardens.
Sod Installation
Complete lawn transformation using premium sod. Professional installation includes old lawn removal, soil preparation, and precise sod laying patterns. Licensed contractors ensure proper establishment and maintenance.
Artificial Grass
Low-maintenance artificial turf solutions installed by certified contractors. Services include site preparation, precision installation, and consultation on suitable applications for drought-tolerant landscaping.
Pick & Plant
Professional planting of customer-selected plants with optional old plant removal. Minimum $300 fee covers expert installation by licensed contractors, ensuring proper planting techniques and plant health.
People
Julia Higgins
Landscape Designer
Certified California native plant specialist with expertise in drought-tolerant design. Creates functional outdoor spaces that complement natural surroundings while supporting local ecosystems.
Christopher Botts
Certified Arborist
Oregon State University horticulture graduate specializing in plant performance. Combines creative design with practical plant selection for sustainable California landscapes.
Gary Chapman
Senior Designer
20+ years experience balancing aesthetics and budget considerations. Focuses on creating customer-centric designs that maintain visual appeal while meeting practical requirements.
Samantha Sinowitz
Master Gardener
Southern California native with dual Master Gardener certifications. Specializes in transforming spaces into functional, beautiful outdoor living areas with climate-appropriate plants.
Matt Keyes
Landscape Architect
30 years California design experience creating both water-efficient and tropical landscapes. Expert in integrating hardscapes with living elements for cohesive outdoor environments.
Questions
What areas do Armstrong's landscape designers serve?
Designers operate within 10-mile radii of California locations, covering major regions from San Diego to Ventura County with specialized local expertise.
How does the landscape design rebate work?
Receive $599 credit when purchasing $2,500+ in plants and materials. Applies to custom designs completed within three months of purchase.
Can I get both front and back yard designs?
Standard service covers one 2,500 sq ft area. Additional hours at $90/hour allow extending design to secondary yard sections.
What's included in the landscape design service?
Four-hour consultation, site assessment, hand-drawn plan, plant list, and product estimate. Additional services available at extra cost.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, 12-month no-interest financing available through Wells Fargo for design services and plant purchases when paid in full within term.
