Cowell's Garden Centre Reviews 97

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the excellent quality of the products, noting that plants arrive in prime, healthy condition and are often better than those from other online retailers. The ordering process is frequently highlighted as smooth and efficient, with many people appreciating the fast dispatch and quick delivery services. Reviewers also commend the superb packaging, which ensures items arrive well-protected and intact, reflecting the care taken by the staff. However, some customers also noted issues with staff interactions, describing experiences where employees were perceived as rude or unprofessional, particularly when addressing concerns about products. A few other people also expressed concerns about certain management interactions. Additionally, some reviewers mentioned receiving products with broken seals or minor damage, such as a knot in a lead, suggesting occasional inconsistencies in quality control.

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Order

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Quality

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Staff

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Based on these reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I don’t usually write reviews - other things to do. However, credit where credit is due - and it certainly is due to Cowells. I ordered three plants quite early on Saturday morning thinking that n... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A plant I ordered was out of stock. (Hardly surprising, as it was so competitively priced). I immediately received a very nice email from Hollie, who gave me the choice of a refund or another ve... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I cannot praise Cowell’s highly enough. Their customer service is second to none. They were extremely patient, helpful and courteous. My order was delivered quickly and very well packaged. I will happ... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered online on Sunday plants arrived on Tuesday morning so very fast delivery . All plants were packed and delivered in excellent condition . I will definitely be ordering from them again in the fu... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Just visited Cowells Garden Centre. Always enjoyed and the staff are helpful. But today a different matter altogether. I took back a plant that had died off in a week. I was approach... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I will no longer be supporting Cowell's Garden Centre and express my disappointment regarding an upsetting experience I had during my recent visit to your garden centre. My partner and I are... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have bought a few house plants on line recently and it has been a very positive experience. Plants have been in amazing condition, well packaged and very quick delivery. The team are very helpfu... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is the best online garden centre by far! I recently ordered again from them and their service is second to none. The plants were beautifully packaged, exactly as described and are thriving in my... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I don't usually do reviews but I must say that this is the best garden center so far. I usually buy online (mosty hebe varieties) and have ordered about 10 times this year if not more. Been there ph... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchased a delphinium online, arrived very well packed and super fast delivery, a bit wilty due to the heat and travel but to be expected, it has soon perked up, its a very healthy looking plant wit... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rang in advance to check availability of a certain plant & lovely young man said he would put one aside for me. Once I arrived I was total amazed at the range of plants on offer & the quality. I bough... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb service from their outdoor plant expert, who checked availability and phoned me back to say he had hand-picked 8 of my selected plants. Their packing department also deserves an award - I have... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered a 7 litre Red Dragon. Was not too sure as first time I have ordered a large plant to be delivered. Should not have been worried as it turned up 2 days later in perfect condition. Opened up... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've purchased a few times from Cowell's for houseplants and garden plants. My experiences are from online purchases. The customer service I've received has always been excellent, a couple of time... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I ordered six plants online. Each came beautifully wrapped, in eco friendly brown paper. Very good quality plants too. I will be ordering again. Excellent.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My order was processed and delivered in 3 days. Excellent plant ….not readily available elsewhere…..and good experience. Good people to deal with. Will order again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Picea glauca Rainbows end Conifers. I am very pleased with my plant. It arrived on time and was very well packaged. Very healthy looking plant. Would definitely recommend Cowells.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I do not tend to write many reviews. I was in two minds whether to order plants online as I have ordered from a few different suppliers in the past and they have either arrived damaged or tiny. Someti... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the absolute pleasure of being assisted by Glen during my recent visit to Cowell’s Garden Centre, and I can confidently say it was the best customer service experience I’ve ever had at a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is now the only garden centre that I will place orders with. Delivery is very efficient and the plants are of excellent quality. So much choice too. So pleased with all my plants.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Ordered a set of lights , they came quickly however they wrote “tested” on the invoice and yes they were (never said they would do that when I bought them) , seal was broken on the box and the lead ha... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Plants received very quickly and in pristine condition. Very responsive customer service in replying to an email question I had.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was very impressed. I ordered on Thursday morning and the plants arrived on Friday afternoon. All were well packed and healthy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I genuinely cannot fault Cowell’s Garden Centre — this has been one of the best plant-buying experiences I’ve had, and it’s worth saying that I’ve placed many orders with Cowell’s over t... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow..am I impressed.. First time of ordering from Cowell’s. Help on phone pre order was most helpful. Plants despatched in 24 hrs. Plants arrived 08.39 this morning superbly packaged. The 3 i... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve made multiple orders now and each one has been delivered quickly and very well packaged. Very impressed with the quality of the plants too

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The MOST helpful and friendly staff I have ever encountered at a garden centre. Huge thanks to Dylan and Jacob. Beautiful and amazingly well stocked centre. I was visiting from Edinburgh and will cert... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Ordered several times from Cowells and they dispatch quickly and pack securely. Plants are excellent quality.


4.6

Excellent

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My order arrived very promptly and the…

My order arrived very promptly and the plants were very healthy. Unlike other plant sellers I’ve used the plants were extremely well packaged and arrived totally undamaged,, this will be my “go to” supplier from now on and I will be recommending them to family and friends.

6 July 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional

I placed my first order with Cowell’s on Monday. The customer service was first class, the delivery very prompt (received my order 2 days after placing it) and the plants were packed extremely well and look very healthy. I have nothing but good things to say. No negatives at all.

22 June 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First time of using but will certainly…

First time of using but will certainly use them again. Having had poor plants from two previous brand name nurseries, one a market leaderI was wary of trying one that was new to me. Cowell's however were the only one offering the plant I wanted in the size I required so I gave them a try. It turned out extremely well. Good web site, easy ordering, excellent communications from Cowell's and the courier and - best of all - lovely plants in perfect condition and well packed. All I could ask for.

31 May 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Healthy plant, helpful team assistance

Received a gorgeous magnolia Emperor. Special thanks to Sam for his helpful advice.
Sadly flower buds broken in transit. Can improve on special robust package form this type of flowering beauty. Never mind, it will bloom again. :)
Also stunning hebe Caledonian. Highly recommended.

30 March 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend - excellent customer service and great quality plants

Have purchased a couple of times from Cowell's and have also contacted them about products on a number of occasions - have been very happy with all interactions. The plants arrive well packaged (recyclable material) and in good health. Would not hesitate in recommending them and would much rather buy from an independent than a chain and trust the quality we will receive

28 February 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant service. Ordered plant on sunday afternoon online. Expecting not to have the order processed till Monday. Instead the plant was delivered to oxford on Monday. Great rare plant in perfect condition. Thankyou

20 February 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Large

Large , beautiful and clearly very healthy plant received less than 24 after order was placed. Exemplary packaging-far better than any other nursery or garden centre I’ve yet encountered-and had been watered for its journey. Perfect.

17 January 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AMAZING plants and customer service .....support this company

I took delivery of four plants.......two Skimmia Japonica 'Pabella' and two Skimmia Japonica 'Finchy'. I wasn't 'pestered' to leave a review (in fact I wasn't asked at all) but felt I had to, so have done it independently. These plants are fantastic and I am very pleased with them. So pleased, in fact, that I felt I had to tell others about my experience with Cowell's. My order arrived promptly and the plants were extremely well packed.....in fact, the best packaging I have ever experienced and I've ordered quite a few plants online over the years. I also have to commend the expertise of the people I spoke to (prior to buying) when I had a few questions about the plants I wanted to buy. The people I spoke to were so helpful and pointed me in the right direction (with a touch of humour, I should add) When the customer services operator couldn't answer my questions I was immediately transferred to someone who could. I will certainly be buying from Cowell's again! My plants are now outside my front door and look so 'Christmassy'.......many have commented on them. I know they will grow larger (hope) as time goes by but, for now they are a fantastic feature, sitting in their pots.....when I eventually plant them into my garden, I'm sure they will be just as gorgeous. Well done Cowell's.....at last I have found an online plant source that I can trust....Merry Christmas to all staff at Cowell's.....

7 November 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Another brilliant orchid !…

Another brilliant orchid from this Garden Centre!I received an orchid yesterday,it was so fresh and healthy,I’m delighted with it.Well packed,arrived quickly,really reasonable delivery charges,next day delivery.I emailed them as I was concerned the orchid wouldn’t arrive the next day and they replied within the hour.Would really recommend this nursery.

25 November 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent plants and service

They had all the plants I was looking for at a good price, the website easy to navigate with good clear information about the plants. I was given updates about my order and delivery. The plants came quickly and were very well packaged in sustainable packaging. The plants were very good quality and a good size. An all round pleasurable experience. Thanks.

31 October 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant!

Ordered 18 October, delivered lunchtime 20 October in a one hour window and well packed.

Plants look really good.

What a 5 star effort!

20 October 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Plants & Excellent customer service

Just had a delivery from Cowells, the Co had been out of stock for a particular plant, i added my email to be informed. got an email the other day that the plants were back in stock, ordered them and a couple more.
arrived quickly and really well protected. the plants are in great condition with plenty of flower buds.
Nice note off one of the staff.
Pleasant Co to deal with and fair prices for healthy plants.

18 July 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a pleasant experience!!

What a pleasant experience!!! I order online the plants arrive in perfect condition... the staff are amazing 👏 after having bad experiences with other online garden centres... I must say this is the best and I will certainly be back !! Thankyou to your employee who gave great advise and very polite.

21 June 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just received my first order…

Just received my first order of two beautiful lupins. They arrived quickly and are good sized, healthy looking plants at a decent price. I would definitely recommend Cowell’s Garden Centre and I am sure that I will make more purchases in the future.

17 June 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What fantastic service

What fantastic service. The order was very quickly processed and despatched. This was the second time we had used Cowell’s for plants.

We received our plants today. They were very well packaged and arrived in very good condition. We would certainly recommend this company.

Thank you Cowell’s

13 June 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Be aware staff accuse you totally unfounded

Terrible experience took grandson to choose himself a swamp to look after and let him look and choose only to be tracked down in store by a member of staff whom verbally attacked us saying we had swapped sale items for non sale items swapped packaging around . This was totally disgusting to be accused not only did it upset me it upset my grandson . This totally spoilt his experience of selecting his own plant and if it wasn’t for the fact he would have been upset not to get the one he chose I would have left without purchasing a thing . I complained to the store and they said she accused us because they had had trouble in the store prior and staff were on edge about things like this . Well no excuse is valid for her unfounded abuse her attitude was disgusting not an example of customer service anyone should encounter. She totally ruined the whole experience for grandson and us be aware if you choose to visit the store you could be treat like this .I wouldn’t even give this one star it was well below but the option of no stars isn’t an option . Support local business and this is the customer service we got absolutely disgusting .

9 June 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Apprehensive!

I was a little apprehensive to order from yet another online plant supplier but I needn't have worried, I ordered 5 x Lavender Intermedia Grosso. I was informed every step of the way to the delivery date.....they were beautiful specimens!
I will definitely buy from them again.

2 May 2022
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying a cherry tree

Just returned home with an excellent cherry tree which we are about to plant. I would like to say a very big thank you to Matthew for getting the tree into our car and his useful advice on planting.

29 April 2022
Unprompted review

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