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I was pleased to find the alliums I wanted at Touch of Nature at an outstanding price. Bert helped me with my order, and treated me as if I was their most treasured customer, despite that my order was a very small one. My order was shipped the very next morning by priority mail with tracking. I was so impressed with the selection and customer service that I emailed a number of my gardening friends and acquaintances to tell them about this company. If the bulbs and blooms are as beautiful as other reviewers have stated, Touch of Nature is going to be a favorite with many repeat orders.
On Nov 8, 2009, bbrookrd nantucket, MA (Zone 7a) wrote:
I received a rush order from Touch of Nature on Nov. 3rd as promised. It was a perfect transaction. I had decided at the last minute that I wanted to plant a nice selection of Narcissus and minor bulbs in my brother in law's Boston yard as a gift. I emailed Touch of Nature and said that the bulbs needed to be dropped shipped to arrive in less than a week, so that my husband and I could get the 500 or so bulbs planted as we passed through Boston on Weds morning. There was no need to worry, as Bert and Ingrid are the best at shipping and doing what they say they can. They are awesome bulb people. I can't wait to see my BIL and his wife's smiles next spring when they look out upon their once naked spring beds and see the glory of the Touch of Nature's fine selection. Thanks again. Patti
On Feb 12, 2009, zone10 San Diego, CA (Zone 10b) wrote:
This is the first time I ordered from Touch of Nature and the experience was great. I had a few questions and they responded right away. My order of 5 crinum and 3 amaryllis bulbs arrived on time and were very large and healthy. I would definitely order from this company again.
On Dec 7, 2008, congminglaoshi Tuckahoe, NY wrote:
I got three 200 bulb bags from their recent end of season sale at a very good price. Quality is excellent, shipping was fast and communication good. Recommended.
The daylily stock was fabulous when it arrived. We had an issue trying to support a fundraiser but Ingrid went above and beyond to resolve the questions, make sure the order was filled promptly and followed up to check on the satisfaction. Touch of Nature will stay at the top of our list based on this experience.
This is my first order and was impressed with the communication from the company. Received confirmation of order and shipment/tracking information. Order arrived as scheduled and as promised. Bulbs looked good. They are in the ground and can't wait to see the results this spring. Thanks for a great experience!
On Oct 31, 2008, davis1676 Disputanta, VA (Zone 7a) wrote:
Just received my 2nd order & I got a peony collection for a very low price. These peonies look as good or better than one I bought from Whites. There was no difference in quality, only the price. I received 5 peonies from Touch of Nature for the price I paid for 1, from the other guy. Customer service is tops. You need to place an order from these guys! Awesome deals & quality bulbs.
On June 29th, 2009, davis1676 added the following:
I recently made a purchase from this company on some discounted bulbs. Their bulbs were very large & of great quality. The blooms & the compliments I get on them today, are a great testament to this firms belief in selling only healthy, quality bulbs. Thanks again guys.
I was extremely pleased with this vendor! I've been relandscaping our whole property since we bought it and we've had the best luck with the plants we received from Touch of Nature. Well over 95% of the 80 hostas we bought had sprouted leaves after a week and are doing wonderfully after 3 weeks. We also purchased several hundred bulbs from them as well. They provided detailed tracking/shipping info via email & I was well pleased with their product.
On Jun 6, 2008, Modernist1925 Saint Louis, MO wrote:
Business was straight forward and to the point. I will very gladly do business with Touch of Nature again. Prices at Touch of Nature for items that I am interested in are unbeatable. I tend to buy things in quantity so, I really look at prices everywhere.
On May 24, 2008, Chantell Middle of, VA (Zone 7a) wrote:
Please refer to this post for photo: http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/p.php?pid=4995936
Extremely pleased with this vendor!!! Prompt and thorough responses to emails - prompt and careful shipping (including emails regarding ship date and tracking #) - HUGE plump tuberose clusters. Will add to this feedback come fall when I will be able to see how they've done.
On November 18th, 2008, Chantell added the following:
11-18-08 Happy to add I enjoyed MANY blooms from this order - which for the first year being planted says much!! Will not hesitate to order from again!!! GREAT job!!
On May 23, 2008, texasbelle Port Lavaca, TX (Zone 9b) wrote:
I received my first order from Touch of Nature yesterday. I ordered "clearance" bulbs and fully expected to receive clearance bulbs (small, shriveled, mostly papery outer skins)......what a pleasant surprise when I opened the box.....every bulb was much larger than described and fresh. Talk about exceeding expectations. I haven't found bulbs in my local nurseries that compare to these.....can't wait to order some "regular" items since their sale items are so good!!!!!
On May 16, 2008, GmaCin Sibley, MO (Zone 5b) wrote:
I had a terrible experience last year with a mail order catalog company so I was extremely hesitant to order from another company. But after I read the positive comments regarding Touch of Nature I decided to place an order with them. IT WAS A WONDERFUL experience! I received email confirmation of my order and 1 week later I received the order. My credit card was not charged until after I received my order. The daylilies are healthy and after being in the ground for just under 2 weeks are already through the ground and looking great. Thank you so much!
On May 3, 2008, massnorth Topsfield, MA (Zone 6a) wrote:
Ordered a bushel of daylilies in March, and had to call a week or so after when I realized I hadn't received notification that they'd shipped. Obviously a mixup, but the gentleman I talked to was very apologetic, and my order shipped the same day and arrived the following day (I think they must have sent it overnight). Bareroot daylilies have been in the ground a few weeks now, and you can practically hear them growing.
I ordered 10 Amaryllis at $2.50 per bulb. and 10 Erlicheer daffodils. I was told when the Amaryllis were shipped and given a tracking #. Nothing on the daffodils. The amaryllis arrived in good shape and bigger than expected. The box was label box one of two. Nothing else was heard on the daffodils. So I wrote and found out they had tried to reach me (lost in cyberspace? ) and thengiven a tracking number. They had been out of the Erlicheer at the warehouse, and with the holiday (Thanksgiving) etc were just late. I was given advice on how to coax a bud from some of the Amaryliss. I then heard about their vendor specials, and wanted to order several small bulbs for $4-6 per 100, but only if my daffs came-which they did-and if the new bulbs were in the ware house. I wanted them right away. The daffodils came-again, nice plump bulbs, and I ordered the the other small bulbs. They were here very quickly-and I was able to get them in the pots I was squirreling away ere there and ever protected place I could find here in zone 4.
Wonderful healthy items delivered. This company kept in touch and kept me updated on the status of my order. I have since bought from here again and will contunue to do so. This is a business I have recommended to others!
On Nov 17, 2007, soapwort243 South Milwaukee, WI wrote:
I ordered some "fall sale" bulbs (tulip-cum laude) and was really surprised at the high quality, healthy, large bulbs that I received for the sale price. (and very fast arrival after ordering) Thank you- Touch of Nature.
I was happy with the diversity of bulb plants offered - found the rare plants i was looking for! Quality of bulbs was excellent, prices fair, and delivery time was ok.
I ordered (3) Festiva Maxima peonies online and emailed Touch of Nature to confirm they received the order and payment. Pricing and customer service was excellent and Ingrid answered my multiple emails w/in 24 hours of my sending them. The peony roots arrived within the week and looked healthy. I planted them immediately and hopefully they will do well. Overall, a very positive experience with this company.
On Aug 29, 2007, jackieshar Texas/Okla central border United States (Zone 7b) wrote:
Just received an order of 16 bearded iris at their special pricing of $1.75. You certainly get what you pay for, small dried up rhizomes. BUT...you can't beat the price and the selection was good.
Jackie
On November 9th, 2007, jackieshar changed the rating from negative to positive and added the following:
it was very hot here when they came so I potted them up in 4 inch pots....they are showing new growth and I am putting them in the ground. . they appear to be doing very well as Bleek explained they would. I would buy again ... with a new understanding that they will grow just fine.....JA
This was a very pleasant transaction. The plants were shipped well and arrived hydrated. The company even followed up with an e-mail to make sure that I was satisfied. I will definitely order from them again.
On Jun 11, 2007, ecobioangie Mableton, GA (Zone 7b) wrote:
As always, Bleek was more than generous and the plants are healthy and look great! I showed up in person to pick up my order. I spent just as much time chatting and viewing his extensive hosta collection as I did taking care of picking up my order. Beautiful yard, great plants and an exceptional gardener! Don't hesitate to buy or to visit in person. :)
I placed my order last fall, and the shipping was fair. Many companies have very high shipping to Alaska, but this was acceptable. Now, this spring, my garden is wonderful. The bulbs are strong and in full bloom. I will order again this fall
I just completed a fundraiser from Touch of Nature. I was skeptical, having never dealt with the company before. However, they offered a good return and the plants were priced well. (I hate fundraisers where the least expensive item is over twenty dollars.) The orders arrived quickly and look very good! This was an easy, pleasant transaction and I will certainly consider purchasing from Touch of Nature for my personal use in the future.
On Apr 26, 2007, BrooklynJon Brooklyn, NY (Zone 6b) wrote:
My first order was a variety of bulbs (tulips, daffodils, crocus). I was pleased with the value and the quality of the bulbs. So far, my spring display has been very nice. I would definitely use Touch of Nature again.
On Apr 26, 2007, bittersweet3 Fond Du Lac, WI wrote:
I was very pleased with my first order. Everything was as expected and a follow-up contact just proves what great customer service you have. I will definitely be ordering in fall!
On Apr 26, 2007, lilygrower Indianapolis, IN wrote:
I ordered two different types of Gloriosa lily and they arrived very nice and healthy. I have them potted up now and have every belief that they will flourish.
I ordered several varieties of daffodils from this company in the fall of 2006 and planted them in November of that year. They shipped at the proper planting time for this zone. I have to say that planting bulbs is not one of my favorite gardening chores and trying to plant them at the proper depth in our clay soil is a pain! I was hardly accurate in the depth on many of the bulbs I planted. However, the proof is in the pudding and they all bloomed and put on a beautiful display over the past 2 months. I credit that to great bulbs, not great planting!
On Mar 29, 2007, planta_gardener Greenwood, AR wrote:
I ordered three varieties of canna. Rhizomes came in great shape, packed in plastic bags with soil. They were really large too. Warning which should be directed to customers" bags should be opened immediately or made holes in, because rhizomes cannot respirate!
Anyway, I will buy there again!.
I ORDERED SEVERAL BULBS FROM THIS COMPANY. THEY CAME JUST A FEW DAYS AFTER I ORDERED AND WERE PACKAGED WELL. THE BULBS WERE VERY LARGE AND VERY HEALTHY LOOKING. I WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THIS COMPANY AND WILL ORDER AGAIN.
