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Oakland Nursery

Landscaping, Greenhouses/Nurseries, Lawn and Yard Work,

About us

325 employees. Uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges and service charges may apply. May contact through e-mail. Additional address - 4261 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Dublin, OH 43017. Award winning. Additional fax numbers - (614) 874-2420, (614) 784-7700. Additional DBAs - Acorn Farms, Oakland Irrigation, Oakland Design, Oakland Design & Construction, Oakland Interiorscapes, Oakland Nursery Inc. Additional web link - www.oaklandnursery.com. See website for additional hours.

Business highlights

85 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Retail garden center & nursery Please contact us directly for: Landscape design & installation, paver patio installation, plant installation & maintenance (614) 268-3834 Please contact us directly for: Irrigation system installation & maintenance, low voltage landscape lighting, outdoor holiday lighting (614) 268-3444 Please contact us directly for: Interiorscapes (interior tropicals), Streetscapes (exterior containers), Holiday decor (custom trees & more) (614) 268-9466

Services we don't offer

Lawn care & wood construction. Masonry work. Fencing installation.

Amenities

Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.6327 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
4%
3
3%
2
4%
1
9%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.5
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.6
Showing 51-75 of 327 reviews

JON B.
07/2013
1.0
greenhouses
  + -1 more
They would not accept coupons on the iphone for store even after talking to the manger. I have been at the store at 10:30 in the morning only to see them place people on hold phone for several minutes at a time. When I commented to one of the employees about being placed on hold for over 12 minutes they said you want to talk to the owner? I use a wheelchair and was so put off by the whole event, It was just a sad experience.
Description of Work: was placed on hold for over 12 minutes. got awful service for full price wouldn't accept coupons on the iphone even after talking to the manger. when given the chance to do the right thing...... nothing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


Response from Oakland Nursery
Upon receiving notification of [member name removed] dissatisfaction with his experience at Oakland Nursery, we sincerely apologize for him having been put on hold for so long. In the Garden Center and Nursery business, during the spring and summer it is a very hectic time, especially with our annual Thank You Sale event taking place. At the time of [member name removed] visit, our Thank You sale was on going, with 20% off on everything in stock, as well as 20% to 66% off on certain marked items. Currently Oakland does not accept scanned coupons, but our coupons are available via our website, as well as at valpac.com for printing during specified validity date times printed on the coupons. We again apologize to [member name removed] for any inconvenience while shopping at Oakland Nursery. Mark Reiner

Rick K.
05/2013
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Bryan, the Landscape Designer I was assigned, didn't return my calls, until I left numerous messages over a week. We met on April 3. We discussed characteristics of what I wanted. He left. I emailed him additional info he requested. No response. After not hearing anything for 7 weeks, I called Bryan. He asked to meet me at my house on May 25. He sat in his car and sketched a design. Due to the time lapse, he forgot what we discussed - obviously hadn't made notes. What he showed me was not what I was hoping for. He got sad and told me he put "a lot of work into this." Yeah, sure, it was an hour - 1.5 hours! He took back his plan and left Later that day I stopped in Oakland Nursury for mulch, and told a rep at Customer Service about the experience and asked who else I could work with. The rep said all of their Landscaping Designers are like this, including the supervisor. I don't know how this company is still in business.
Description of Work: Sketched a design for landscaping my front yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$70

Response from Oakland Nursery
After being notified of this complaint, John Reiner, the president of Oakland Nursery, called [member name removed], went to his house and addressed his concerns about the landscape, drawing him a new design at no charge ([member name removed] was not charged for the first design as well). [member name removed] explained to Mr. Reiner that he was misinformed by the Oakland employee and told Mr. Reiner that he would retract his original statement on Angie's list. The day after Mr. Reiner's visit, [member name removed] appeared at our office with a thank you card, a $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant and several baked goods as a token of appreciation for Mr. Reiner's work. Mr. Reiner indicated that he enjoyed working with [member name removed] and enjoyed a prolonged conversation with him on topics of common interest. We look forward to helping [member name removed] with his landscape and working with him on future projects. Thank you.

Sue M.
05/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
They provide quality service. They always clean up and they're very professional. I wouldn't use anyone else.
Description of Work: I use them for trimming my yard, bushes and cleaning the beds.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert B.
03/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The nursery staff were very helpful and courteous. The men who brought the trees and planted them were quick and efficient.
Description of Work: I bought two red maple trees from Oakland. They delivered and planted them.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$570

MARTHA K.
02/2013
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I have used Oakland Nursery before and I like that his shrubs tend to work. He was a little pricey but I remember it was higher than what I had paid in the past.
Description of Work: Oakland Nursery has done some plants for us. We just had a slab outside the back door with a couple over grown shrub and we wanted a bigger patio and some nice bird friendly shrubs and bushes and he came out and asked questions about what we wanted and in a few weeks, he came and gave us ideas about what to do such as the size of the patio and the shrubs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Patricia S.
01/2013
5.0
landscaping, tree service
  + 0 more
They're a little pricey but for what they do it's worth it. They've done most of our landscaping - replacement of plants & trimming - in the almost 20 years we've lived in this house. They've always done good work.
Description of Work: They did some trimming of bushes which had gotten too tall & trimmed the tree in front of our house. They're supposed to replace some bushes later on in the spring.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sophia H.
09/2012
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Mike Warner @Oakland Nursery did a backyard landscaping design drawing. He was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about landscaping. When he came out for a consultation, I gave him just a couple things to note (I want privacy from this window, I do not know a lot about any plants, etc.) and asked him to draw anything he would do about the yard. I know it is very hard to cater to that kind of vague request. He gave me a very complete and detailed drawing in about an 30 min. I cannot exactly remember but it was less than an hour for sure. Then he explained about all the plants. It was such a great learning experience of various trees and flowers.
Description of Work: Landscaping drawing

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Linda S.
08/2012
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Excellent experience all the way around. We went to the Oakland in Dublin. They have a great selection of merchandise. The salesman was very helpful. The trees were delivered on time, and planted exactly has we had wished.
Description of Work: Delivered and planted 3 trees at our home. Everything was perfect! The gentlemen that did the planting were very professional, and did an excellent job!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

James & Mary V.
08/2012
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
We had originally planned to have GreenShoes Landscaping do our work in May, BUT THEY NEVER SHOWED & we couldn't contact them. It became June & we frantically needed work done, especially edging because the grass was overtaking our beds! We called Oakland & Sara came out 1 day after my initial contact & gave me an estimate. She!!!!!!! said it would take probably 2 weeks to get us on the schedule. However, they were able to come within 10days. 2 men did ALL the work, it took almost 8 hrs. They did a superb job of hand edging & mulch application. They even trimmed a couple bushes & small trees not on the work order, because "they needed it". They removed a tree & protected the flowers that were in the bed. I have lots of annuals & perennials & they were VERY careful to not harm them & to place mulch around them. They cleaned up everything before they left. A superb job!!!!!!!
Description of Work: 1) hand edge bed lines2) remove grass from beds3) prune taxus, boxwood, lilac, serviceberry4) remove dead sandcherry5) spread PREEN on all beds6) apply hardwood mulch

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$850

Anne J.
06/2012
5.0
lawn service, greenhouses
  + 0 more
Everything went really well. They were extremely knowledgeable and informative. They were very honest and up front about cost.
Description of Work: I purchased my plants here and talked with them about sodding.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Sue M.
06/2012
5.0
irrigation systems
  + -1 more
They are excellent and professional and they have great prices!
Description of Work: They came and did lawn irrigation for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SHIRLEY H.
06/2012
1.0
hardscaping
  + -1 more
Oakland Nursery had traditionally been our "go to" garden company because they are local to us. For this hardscaping project, we called Oakland Nursery and the person responding said someone would call me back to set up a time to give us a quote. Oakland Nursery never called.
Description of Work: The 4 ft tall retaining wall of our yard had fallen down. We wanted a quote to rebuild it plus put terrace walls along the front of our property lot.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Jean Terry G.
04/2012
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
Every year they do spring and fall clean up for my courtyard. They are very thorough. The same people come to the house everytime. They are very professional and friendly.
Description of Work: They do lawn work and blow the leaves out of my courtyard. They did pruning and tree trimiming as well as tree planting. They put in a new rock garden.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Charles S.
04/2012
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
They said it may be a week before someone could call me back to even schedule an appointment. No one ever did. Went to a different company.
Description of Work: Called to schedule an appointment for landscape design.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0


Kenneth S.
04/2012
5.0
greenhouses
  + -1 more
Oakland is one of the better greenhouses in the area. They have two or three large nurseries in the area. All the nurseries in the area charge for their planting service. Oakland is knowledgeable, and have a complete product line. They can be trusted to stand behind their products and work. The are highly reliable. I'm going back there today.
Description of Work: We have used Oakland Nursery for plants. We were there last week and purchased a tree. They are coming out to plant the tree. It's big, about 15 feet high.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

MARY ANN W.
10/2011
3.0
irrigation systems
  + -1 more
There were some problems. They installed the irrigation system and when I tried to run it, it didn’t work because water pressure was too low. So I had to have the people come out to check the water at the street and it was quite complicated. I had to have appointments and he had to fix that issue before it would work and it seems to me that they should kept that when they had done installing it. They didn’t check it properly after installing as to whether the water was coming out. They also didn’t install the pipe in the basement properly and I had to have a plumber to come out and fix that as it was a copper line. I am still working with them.
Description of Work: I used Oakland Nursery during the spring of 2010 for installing irrigation system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

BERNARD F L.
09/2011
3.0
landscaping, irrigation systems
  + 0 more
I have used them several times previously. I am very satisfied with their service and quality of their products. I will continue to use them in the future for other product purchases.
Description of Work: I used Oakland Nursery for an estimate for landscaping but it was partial and was not done to benefit my needs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

paige C.
09/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I love Oakland Nursery, We wanted to plant a tree for the first anniversary of my father's death. I visited more than a week before the anniversary, but it was the busy planting season and the planting team was booked. Understanding my desire to have the tree by this very specific date, the staff of Oakland Nursery managed to squeeze us into the schedule so that we'd have the tree on time. While that is a particular example of their stellar customer service, every time I've shopped at Oakland Nursery (in Dublin, Columbus or Delaware, but Dublin in particular) I've received the help I've requested. The last time I visited, I brought leaves from an ailing dogwood. 4 different employees looked at the leaves, looked online, found products, etc. Above and beyond--every single time.
Description of Work: Large birch tree was delivered and planted.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

pat D.
09/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I was pleased with the way the tree planting , make sure you put the flags in right place for the men to plant them (if your not home ) . I asked about watering ,feeding ,pruning and they where very helpful.
Description of Work: We went to see if we could find some tree's for the back yard and asked for some one to advice us on what would be good to have put in for the size of our back yard , also needed help to pick one that is ok for Ohio weather. The person helping took a lot of time with us ,no pressure to sell . I was very pleased to have some one who knew a lot about the tree;s too . The tree's we bought are doing great . When we ordered them was pleased to find out that we did not have to worry about all the cables under ground they give you a number to call for the electric cable guy and then a date to bring the order with what ever mulch you pick . I now go there for all my plants and thinking of having them for more planting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

$256

Mike J.
08/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Everything went well. I rate them high overall and will continue to use them.
Description of Work: I bought a tree from Oakland Nursery few months ago. They planted the tree as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Sue J.
08/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
I used them just a few months ago probably in May or June. I would say that they were prompt and on time. There was an issue but it was dealt with to my satisfaction. The issue was that a taller tree was brought to my home because I ordered apparently four to five foot and five to six foot canes. They planted them all and I liked the way they looked. They came back and said that they had planted someone else's Albizia in my yard. I told them not to take them out because they planted them to my satisfaction and now they wanted to take them out. They said that the other customer liked these particular ones and selected them out. I asked them to call the customer and explain the situation. They did call and the customer in fact didn't want those trees but what they did was they gave me the five to six foots. I was able to go out and cancel the others which they installed later that day. The solution to the problem was that I was able to get a taller tree at the same price. Overall it was resolved well. They provide very good service and I was happy with the service they provided.
Description of Work: Oakland Nursery planted twelve Albizia along the fence line for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Teri H.
08/2011
5.0
greenhouses
  + -1 more
They have different experts for different plants and specialties. They definitely know what they are talking about. I have a black thumb, but the plants were beautiful when I bought them.
Description of Work: I bought some plants from Oakland Nursery.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$80

VICTOR T.
07/2011
5.0
irrigation systems
  + -1 more
They were courteous and respected my property. They cleaned up after themselves, and the yard looked like they had not worked in there. I would rate them highly and would use them again in the future if necessary.
Description of Work: I used Oakland Nursery to put in an irrigation sprinkler system for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,000

Paul F.
07/2011
1.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Horrible. I chewed up a lot of my time requesting a quote that I never received.
Description of Work: I stopped by their retail outlet to request a quote for some work. No one was at the workstation. An employee gave me a brochure for a number to call. So I called Oakland Nursery and requested someone come to my house and get a quote on landscaping services for my planting beds around my house which had become overgrown. I had to leave a message. No one returned my call. I was sadly disppointed in their responsiveness in trying to obtain a simple quote for work.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from Oakland Nursery
MEMBER, I PERSONALLY APOLOGIZE FOR OAKLAND NOT GETTING BACK TO YOU. WE TRY TO RETURN EVERY PHONE CALL WE RECEIVE AND TRACK ALL REQUESTS TO MAKE SURE THAT WE FOLLOW UP ON THEM. HOWEVER, IN THE MIDDLE OF OUR BUSY SEASON, WE DO OCCASIONALLY MISS SOME PEOPLE. IF YOU STILL NEED AN ESTIMATE FOR LANDSCAPE WORK, PLEASE GIVE ME A CALL AT 614-268-3834, EXTENSION 160. JOHN REINER PRESIDENT

John F.
07/2011
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
We scheduled delivery for approximately two weeks after initial purchase. They were delivered and planted by Oakland nursery. They arrived on time, spent about three hours and did a nice job. Very happy with the result, the price and friendliness of the crew.
Description of Work: We went to Oakland nursery and picked out 6 arborvitaes, 2 Norway spruce trees, 1 river birch and 1 Japanese lilac tree for delivery and installation. It just so happened that we picked a time when they were having a sale. We looked at other nurseries but Oakland had the best selection and the prices seemed reasonable but not the cheapest. However, I took a long-term view and selected based upon several factors not only price.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,300

Contact information

1156 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43224

www.oaklandnursery.com

Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Landscaping,
Greenhouses/Nurseries,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Tree Service,
Pavers and Hardscaping,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Lawn Irrigation,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Firewood,
Landscaping - Lakefront,
Stone and Gravel,
Drain Pipe Installation

FAQ

Oakland Nursery is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Oakland Nursery accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Oakland Nursery does not offer free project estimates.
No, Oakland Nursery does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Oakland Nursery does not offer a senior discount.
No, Oakland Nursery does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Oakland Nursery offers warranties.
Oakland Nursery offers the following services: Retail garden center & nursery Please contact us directly for: Landscape design & installation, paver patio installation, plant installation & maintenance (614) 268-3834 Please contact us directly for: Irrigation system installation & maintenance, low voltage landscape lighting, outdoor holiday lighting (614) 268-3444 Please contact us directly for: Interiorscapes (interior tropicals), Streetscapes (exterior containers), Holiday decor (custom trees & more) (614) 268-9466
Lawn care & wood construction. Masonry work. Fencing installation.

Contact information

1156 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, OH 43224

www.oaklandnursery.com

Service hours

Sunday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM