This place is a treasure in the middle of the city. A friend turned me on to Hastings first as a place to take my 2 year old as an activity. At first I was a little hesitant but found she was right. They have free popcorn, birds, ponds w/ fish and turtles and a train track with little village for the kids. That being said, they also have an incredibly knowledgeable staff who can help you with gardening questions and offer suggestions for plant needs. I think their plants are of unparalleled quality and have never been unhappy with the results I have gotten from their plants. The prices are a little higher than your Lowes or Home Depot but are worth it.
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