Island View Nursery

I’m sorry to see some people have not given this a 5 star — it deserves nothing less! The staff and owners are extremely helpful and eager to give any information they have when you have a question. Their display area makes it easy for people to want to spend a ton of money! If you are in the area, visiting every now and then won’t hurt!
Succulent lovers — COME IN!!!

I love this nursery. I can get lost in here for hours! They have the best choice of succulents and decorative pots in all of Carpinteria/​Summerland area. They have very nice pottery and garden décor, classy and sophisticated. They have beautifully landscaped gardens and the place is organized by plant demographic. They have an endless supply of amazing plants and flowers, both indoor and outdoor. I love this place!

This is a beautiful nursery. All kinds of succulents and plants. If you’re in the neighborhood and into plants I would drop in. The staff are super friendly.

We bought several hundred dollars with of hard to find plants there and were impressed not only by the staff, but by the location and quality of plants. I realize one reviewer had a problem with plants, but I can tell you that replacement plants are only given by large warehouse outlets. We have had nothing but problems from Home Depot and such plants for three reasons. First, they didn’t have the same plant. Secondly, they had the plant, but it was in a larger container. Finally, when we put the pulled the replacement plant out of the pot it had at least 20 cut worms in the soil. I would rather buy locally. As for Island View, its staff was knowledgeable, and the selection was enormous. It is an education.

I came here almost 8 years ago, and funny enough as I am writing this review I see my friend’s review who I came here with 8 years ago! Small Internet world:)
Anyway, like she said, I remember it being better on our first visit with more selection of home décor and patio décor items. More specifically glass and ceramic art with a breezy beach feel, which is why I fell in love with this place originally. Sadly though their home décor selection seems to have dwindled dramatically (from what I remember). One consistent thing was their low prices, which amazed me the first time and again on this visit. It’s so affordable here for the quality that you receive!
They have a vast array of plants, flowers & trees which is perfect for anyone doing some landscaping our plating (indoor or out). In addition they have beautiful patio furniture, ceramic pots, vases and fountains.
Luckily I was able to find a ceramic dish that I loved, and although I had planned on getting a few pieces, I am very happy in what I left with (and so is the husbands wallet).
Maybe I will come back in another 8 years for a third try!

I love Island View! The last time I went, however, wasn’t a great as the first time, isn’t that always the case?!
Their selection has decreased, perhaps they are moving and I don’t know.
The have a great selection of native California plants and even bring in huge plumeria plants. (The awesome five petaled, super fragrant flowers from Hawaii, Mexico, Fiji, anywhere super hot.)
Their orchid selection is out of this world, but then again so are their prices for them! :-)