Andersons La Costa Nursery

Encinitas, United States

4.3

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20 reviews

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+1 760-753-3153
Website:
www.andersonslacostanursery.com
Address:
400 La Costa Ave, Encinitas, CA, 92024
b/t Seabreeze Ct & Sheridan Rd
Encinitas, Carlsbad
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
1.9 miCarlsbad Poinsettia
2.6 miEncinitas
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Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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Private Lot
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Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
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Today

Today 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Encinitas) 8:15 AM Sunday, June 15, 2025

Business hours

Monday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Visit the crown jewel of San Diego County Garden Centers. We invite you to browse more than 3000 kinds of plants including annuals, perennials, fruits and vegetables, trees, shrubs, orchids, cactus, succulents, houseplants and exotic water plants.

If you are looking for a garden center with a casual yet beautiful atmosphere and knowledgeable staff come and visit us, we’re one of Southern California’s most diverse nurseries. Browse through the color areas and enjoy the fragrance and vibrant colors on display. See our 2500 sq. ft. greenhouse with its vast selection of orchids, bromeliads, ferns, specimen indoor plants and unique & rare indoor selections.

Besides plants a large selection of fertilizers, soils, mulching products, compost, soil amendments and other garden dry goods. We also have the most extensive selection of pottery and containers, statuary and unique fountains in Southern California.

If you find more than fits into your car, no problem — we deliver!

History

Established in 1954.

In business at the same location for over 60 years Anderson’s La Costa Nursery continues to enjoy its reputation as San Diego North County’s most unique garden experience. Our selection, quality, and knowledgeable staff of trained nursery professionals make Anderson’s truly a cut above the rest.

It is through the efforts of the dedicated nursery professionals at Anderson’s La Costa that we can create a unique, enjoyable and educational visit to our grounds. We welcome your questions — you can get advice from some of the top horticulture specialists in Southern California in a relaxed, unhurried setting.

Meet the Business Owner

Marc and Mariah S.

Business Owner

Recently transplanted from the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, Marc, Mariah and their family are truly enjoying the beautiful atmosphere and wonderful customers at Anderson’s La Costa. With a focus on customer service by providing the highest quality garden products and offerings, and its unique location ¼ mile from the ocean, this family owned nursery is an inviting destination.

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20 reviews of Andersons La Costa Nursery

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Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
The owners and employees are super helpful and friendly, and they have a nice selection of plants. It is an enjoyable place to visit and purchase.
The plants are probably a little more expensive than the big box stores or help yourself nurseries, but they select really nice specimens, and they provide a lot more than you get at the other places.
They can help you plan a garden. They are able to help with finding the right plant for specific situations and needs. They can deliver and even plant for you. There are fees for those things, but they have the capability. I did have some plants delivered and one large tree planted by the nursery, and I thought the fees were reasonable.
The extra helpfulness, knowledge, and quality of plants are huge pluses, and it really helps in streamlining the process and getting your yard looking good quickly.
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
Anderson’s La Costa has been my go-​to nursery for all landscaping projects for over 20 years. Initially, I frequented Anderson’s La Costa because I felt inspired creatively just by visiting and will never forget the first time I visited. It was more like a botanic garden than a nursery. Their gorgeous installations, Lagoon side location, and unique plants all add to the experience of gardening as a creative endeavor.
The recent drought pushed me to consider replacing my lawn with low-​water alternatives and Anderson’s led me to the perfect replacement (Dymondia) as well as Natalie, who helped me complete the project in the most pleasant and thoughtful way. I see so many amazing opportunities for native and low-​water use gardening with Anderson’s as a partner.
I had the pleasure of working with Anderson’s again through an event for Leucadia 101 Main Street and the whole experience was nothing but perfect. Their team was a true dream to work with, the quality of their plants is incomparable and I felt full confidence that the project was going to be the new gold standard thanks to La Costa Anderson’s. I look forward to working with them again because their special touch added visible magic to the event site.
Place rating: 3
Chino, CA
What happened to this nursery? We have been going there for years. Last month we went by and it was basically deserted with just a few plants and a woman who just seemed to be there to guard the fort. has it been sold or has someone passed away?
Does anyone have any information?
Place rating: 4
Poway, CA
Nice place and very friendly people working here. Smaller selection than many other nurseries but most of the plants looked pretty healthy. We needed a pair of pots and so many we liked came in only a quantity of 1. But we did find one that was beautiful and unique. This nursery isn’t too convenient for us but if we are back in the area, we would definitely return. Love the smaller family-​run businesses and love to support them!
Place rating: 5
Oakland, CA
We were planting various areas of our yard (vines, potted, raised beds and directly into ground). The staff was very helpful providing ideas, growth estimations and seasonality. We found them to have more than enough variety with reasonable pricing.
We will be back to buy additional flowers and Curtis trees to complete our landscaping.
I strongly recommend them.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
Whenever we need plants, trees, shrubs, ground cover, etc… La Costa Nursery is the first place we visit. Their selection along with the wonderful customer service makes for an ideal spot for buying anything for your yard or home. Plus, the fact that they’re a mom-​and-​pop is always a selling point for me too. Any time I can help out a small business, I try to.
The knowledge that they have of their plants and how to treat them is much appreciated when shared, as I have what is known as «opposite-​of-​green-​thumb», and any time I can get help NOT killings my plants and flowers, I listen.
Drop by, ask anyone for help, and there’s always someone there to get you on your way to a beautiful garden.
Place rating: 1
Carlsbad, CA
This review is for the design service in particular. While browsing the nursery one day, a salesperson informed me of the design service they offer, including telling me that it was only $ 250 and «worst case you get $ 125 of it as a credit for plants». So I decided to go for it. What I got for $ 250 was a cartoon doodle with no placement instructions, soil amendment instructions, or planter bed cutout shapes/​sizes that you would expect with a «professional» design. Even the staff member I worked with seemed to agree it was an amateur product. Fine, whatever, that is what I get for $ 250, so I just wrote it off and figured at least I could get some plants and feel a bit better about it right? Nope, when I came back the owner politely informed me that the $ 125 credit was only if you signed on for purchase and install of the ENTIRE design, which in my case was over $ 10K worth of plants. AND you must do it within 30 days of the design. Does anyone really pay these prices for the plants? I’m not talking in comparison to Home Depot either, the prices here are at least 2−3x what a high quality wholesaler in town would charge for the same quality plants. Upon further complaint the owner, again politely, passed the buck saying that he had already paid the designer her fee and she had since moved to a new job, so any credit he’d give me would be at a loss to him. I understand his concern, but as a business owner that is called being accountable for your business and products right? So I guess they consider the design service not part of the nursery, so buyer beware. Aside from the astronomical prices and poor design service product, the staff are actually very friendly and knowledgeable, so I really want to give a second star for the staff but just can’t bring myself to do it after my poor experience.
Place rating: 4
Carlsbad, CA
Outstanding selection of flowers, trees, herbs, fruits/​vegetables. Staff super knowledgeable and accommodating.
Place rating: 5
Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Great place, super service
Fantastic choices
Place rating: 2
Carlsbad, CA
Paid for a designer to design my front yard. The design was made and I attempted to follow up for some adjustments. The design was looking good but just wanted to add a tree etc. I was told that that designer no longer works there anymore and I would have another designer. The new designer wanted to redesign the layout. I told my new designer what we did not want in our landscape and what colors we’d love to have. She then designed a layout with everything against my wishes. Didn’t include my requested colors and chose plants that I told her were off the list. It was almost comical. I didn’t even want to argue cause I can’t believe how blatant it was. Took a loss on the design fees and got a great design through Armstrong.
The nursery itself is great. Great plants and selection and knowledgeable staff, in which I’d give it 4 stars. Zero for the design services. Or maybe they need to 86 that particular designer.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
This is an amazing nursery! I decided to take out my front lawn, so I came in looking for different plant ideas and needing some guidance. The staff at this nursery are so great. Marc Smith, one of the owners, could not have been more helpful. He spent at least an hour with me, putting different grouping of plants together, so I could see how different color schemes worked and how to best create the exact look I wanted. He was so knowledgeable, I even had him come out to my house to draw up a landscape design. He came up with different plant ideas that I would have never thought about and also picked out a really cool tree that brought the whole design together. He kept the cost down for me, so I didn’t need to break the bank.
All their staff was super friendly and helpful every time I walked in. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone having to redo their landscape or even if you just wanted a couple cool plant ideas for your yard. Great experience!!!
Place rating: 4
Carlsbad, CA
Great service! Friendly & knowledgeable staff! Being new to the area this was a great find!
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
I recently moved to the area and was blessed with a housewarming gift of a gift certificate to this nursery. I pulled in and started wandering through this nursery and became quite excited. All sorts of indoor and outdoor plants, pots and trinkets. They have a nice little herb, fruit tree/​bush and vegetable section, too.
I found a few lovely items to spend my gift certificate on and they are still going strong. Have been back since then and really enjoy wandering through this nursery and picking out a few treats.
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
This nursery nestled between the Carlsbad Lagoon and funky Leucadia is a wonderful addition to the community. They sell plants that flourish in the warm horticultural climate that we all love.
The layout feels like a compound in a good way. The buildings and greenhouses contain a large variety of planters, fountains and supplies in addition to trees, houseplants, flowers and vegetables. The gigantic lot has walking paths leading through little ecosystems of plants grouped together in their ideal environment where they are pampered and able to thrive.
When the helpful staff is not assisting customers like me, they stay busy tending to the gardens. I love the way that everything is displayed in what looks more like a real life garden instead of a horticultural chop shop. I feel like I am buying items from a family friend instead of a conglomerate money machine and that means a lot to me.
This nursery is more than a place to buy plants, it is a business run by real people providing quality gardens to Leucadia and beyond.
Place rating: 5
Carlsbad, CA
We recently completed a backyard transformation from a large amount of grass to a drought tolerant environment. The owners (Mark and Mariah), designer (Randee) and the installation crew could not have been more responsive to our needs. As with any project there were bumps or unexpected challenges, but the La Costa staff as a whole handled them efficiently and with a smile. I would encourage anyone who is in need of expert advice, quality services, and high grade plants to go straight to Andersons, La Costa as they are a superior organization.
Place rating: 4
Carlsbad, CA
Very good selection and a very helpful staff that goes out of their way to assemble plants so you can see what your dream looks at.
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
We love Andersons La Costa! Such friendly staff and beautiful, beautiful plants. Our fiddly fig is thriving. I want to come buy another!
Place rating: 5
Encinitas, CA
When I walk around my beautiful yard, I note that some of my favorite trees/​plants have come from Andersons La Costa. They have a really good selection of water-​wise plants like Leucadendrons, kangaroo paws, and succulents. There are bedding plants, fruit trees, a vast selection of indoor & shade plants like orchids, bromeliads, fig trees, etc. Two of my favorite trees in my yard are from here; a beautifully shaped Jacaranda we bought about 4 years ago, and a very prolific yellow flowering tree,. Gold Medallion, which is in full bloom right now and eye catching. They also have a really good selection of fountains. The plants are all lush and healthy here, and not root-​bound like I find at some places that may have less expensive prices. It’s worth the trip to experience the peace you will feel walking amongst the greenery and flowers.
Place rating: 5
Vista, San Diego, CA
Thank you to other Unilocalers for turning us on to this nursery. It’s really user friendly for not-​so-​knowledgeable green thumb wanna-​bees
Went to home depot last week and was willing to buy some plants, but the staff members there were about as knowledgeable as the plants themselves. Same deal at Lowe’s.
Went to Anderson’s, and the staff there was not only nice, but super helpful in picking out plants that would fit in the space we had, with the sunlight available and would be blooming through the winter (or at least maintaining foliage).
Myself and the fiancé went there as a couple, we are both able bodied human beings, but the staff insisted on helping us line our car with plastic so it wouldn’t get extremely dirty, then helped us load the plants into the car as well. The nice lady who helped us saw that I had some paintball gear in the trunk, and asked about my interest in it because her fiancé was into it, lucky for her i was interested in getting rid of the gear, and it became hers because of her help.
We ended up spending just shy of 200 bones for landscaping around our cottage, and doing 5 window boxes, including 4 bags of soil. They take AMEX too.
I think I’ll try my best to keep going here even after I learn more about plants. I’d rather support this place then someone who doesn’t care enough to staff knowledgeable employees.
Place rating: 4
Carlsbad, CA
The quality of flowers that you get from Andersons is top notch. This is the good thing about Andersons. On the flip side, the prices can be a bit higher than you’ll see elsewhere. Even more if you’ve been accustomed to paying wholesale from wholesale nurseries in the area.
The staff here is really knowledgable and will answer any questions that you have regarding the plant, flower or tree you are looking to purchase. These guys usually have one of the better selection of indoor plants as well so while they are priced high, you get a great product and receive great service.