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The Great Outdoors

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,859 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 930 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(930) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Lawn Care & MaintenanceHardscaping & PatiosTree ServicesLandscape Design & Installation
The Great Outdoors
Services
Lawn Care & Maintenance, Hardscaping & Patios, Tree Services
Reviews
930

What recent reviews say

The Great Outdoors draws shoppers for an unusually large inventory of plants, pots, and garden supplies spread across an engaging layout. Staff knowledge and courtesy win consistent praise, though checkout experiences have disappointed a few visitors, and one customer reported an insect bite while browsing.

Praised for
  • friendly, knowledgeable staff
  • unique selection and variety
  • competitive pricing
  • beautiful plants and setting
  • thorough plant labeling
Watch-outs
  • rude checkout staff
  • inconsistent service experience
  • unclear policies
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Best for: Plant buyers seeking variety and pricing without pressure from small specialty retailers.
Think twice if: Those wanting guaranteed consistent politeness at checkout or clear policies on plant modifications.

Strengths

  • extensive inventory across indoor and outdoor plants
  • competitive pricing versus regional competitors
  • knowledgeable staff
  • large browsable layout with ponds and animals

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Micah and Kirin mentioned for exceptional helpfulness
  • Stone border edging installation praised for precision and cleanup
  • Indoor and outdoor plants, seeds, pots, soil, decor, water features, and fountains stocked
  • On-site koi fish pond, cat, and parrot mentioned as attractions
  • One customer reported insect bites while browsing outdoor areas

What reviews say by service

Lawn Care & Maintenance
Stone border installation completed efficiently with careful bed shaping and even edging.
Hardscaping & Patios
Front yard stone borders installed neatly, improved curb appeal and lawn maintenance.
Landscape Design & Installation
Edging project praised for precision work and organized appearance.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.7 average across the 180 lawn care & maintenance businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 100% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 74
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
759
4
82
3
25
2
16
1
48

Contact

Address
2730 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Last verified 2026-07-05

Opening hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
09:00-18:00
Sunday
09:00-18:00

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
Plant advice and problem diagnosisNursery shoppingNatural and organic soilsPesticides and fertilizersPlant health productsPlant support suppliesGarden decor and statuaryFountains and water features

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

Do you sell individual plants and pots, or only landscape services?
They sell plants, pots, soil, seeds, decor, and water features at retail. They also offer hardscaping and landscape installation services.
Are your prices competitive with other local nurseries?
Reviewers who compared them to other East Austin plant retailers found their prices noticeably more competitive.
Can I browse for an hour, or is it a quick shopping trip?
One reviewer noted the nursery is large enough to spend an hour browsing, with plants labeled clearly by growing conditions and mature size.

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Last updated 2026-07-05