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T-Bone's Nursery

Garden center · Milledgeville, GA · reviewed since 2017

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%77+48.9Reliability 28%69+19.5Replies to reviews 8%70+5.8Experts Score= 74Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.74SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#8 of 17 garden centersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 56%
4.8 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · 24 photos
92%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
69%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
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T-Bone's Nursery at a glance

Google reviewers rate T-Bone's Nursery 4.8 out of 5 based on 113 reviews, with the owner responding to 69 percent of them. Customers frequently praise the extensive plant selection, knowledgeable staff, helpful loading assistance, and reasonable prices for landscaping needs. However, several low-star reviews criticize the lack of a product guarantee policy, citing instances where purchased plants or sod died without replacement, and some mention poor phone communication or rigid pricing.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 113 reviews (92% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 113 Google reviews (82 with written comments, 4 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 69% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 22, 2026.
  • Service: Garden Center serving Milledgeville, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other garden centers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction77Reliability69Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews70Satisfaction: 77 (median 77)Reliability: 69 (median 74)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 70 (median 40)
T-Bone's NurseryGarden Centers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.T-Bone's Nursery: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
77
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.T-Bone's Nursery: 69/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.B
69
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 58.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 88.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.T-Bone's Nursery: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.T-Bone's Nursery: 70/100 on this factor. Category median: 40.B
70

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Star ratings

113 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars10492%
  • 4 stars44%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star44%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 82 written reviews

  • Praise6398%
  • Complaints12%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4367%
  • Price & value1016%
  • Quality & results69%
  • Would recommend35%
  • Speed & response12%
  • Honesty & trust12%

What customers talk about

We read 82 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They are welcoming, attentive, and deeply knowledgeable, taking the time to answer questions and offer tailored gardening advice without making you feel rushed.”
  • “Such a great selection, reasonably priced, and the staff is so knowledgeable and helpful!”
  • “…r landscape, offering a massive plant selection paired with genuinely excellent service.…”
  • “I highly recommend supporting this family owned business for all of your gardening and landscaping projects!”
  • “Quick and friendly.”
  • “…grade their landscape, offering a massive plant selection paired with genuinely excellent service.…”

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

AlexLocal Guide · 225 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Friendly, Knowledgeable and they have good quality plants. Definitely my go to now for landscaping needs.

ChrisLocal Guide · 104 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Always great plants and service. Don't waste your money on big box stores you'll have better success buying from here and save money in the long run.

Scott2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★

I have bought from them in the past. Last two times I have called, I get people having bad days. When someone hangs up on me mid-sentence, I figure they don’t want my business.

RichardLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Great variety, prices, and staff! Our go-to place for beautiful flowers and herbs.

MarcyLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Very nice place to walk around...seeing the streams going thru the nursery! Makes you think of a tropical plant paradise. Love 😍 the sweet car.

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SonjaLocal Guide · 44 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Huge variety of every kind of plant, shrub, tree, palm, etc. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff.

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 113 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Matthew ULocal Guide · 260 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

T-Bone’s Nursery in Milledgeville is an absolute paradise for anyone looking to upgrade their landscape, offering a massive plant selection paired with genuinely excellent service. Spanning a sprawling 5.5 acres, it is easily the largest and best-stocked retail nursery in the middle Georgia lake country. Whether you are looking for vibrant annuals, hardy perennials, ornamental grasses, or massive privacy shrubs, everything on the lot is beautifully maintained, healthy, and exceptionally well-watered. What truly elevates the experience is the incredible staff. They are welcoming, attentive, and deeply knowledgeable, taking the time to answer questions and offer tailored gardening advice without making you feel rushed. On top of their impressive plant inventory, they carry a great selection of high-quality bulk landscaping supplies like river rock, gravel, pine straw, and premium mulch to cover large-scale yard projects. Between the stellar customer service and top-tier plant varieties, it is well worth the drive from Dublin and a must-visit destination for any gardener.

Alex RicketsonLocal Guide · 225 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alex has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Friendly, Knowledgeable and they have good quality plants. Definitely my go to now for landscaping needs.

jack brock1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews jack has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

great selection - helpful friendly staff

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thanks Jack , we appreciate your business 👍

Chris BolandLocal Guide · 104 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always great plants and service. Don't waste your money on big box stores you'll have better success buying from here and save money in the long run.

Response from the owner · 9 months ago

Thank you Chris👍 We appreciate your support for our small business !

Scott Buchanan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have bought from them in the past. Last two times I have called, I get people having bad days. When someone hangs up on me mid-sentence, I figure they don’t want my business.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi Scott, sorry that happened but we have been having problems with are phone service going down. If you need any information you can call me(Tom) the owner @478-455-6368👍

Richard HortonLocal Guide · 20 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great variety, prices, and staff! Our go-to place for beautiful flowers and herbs.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you Richard, we appreciate your support of a local business👍#justdigginlife😎

Marcy EllerbeeLocal Guide · 43 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marcy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very nice place to walk around...seeing the streams going thru the nursery! Makes you think of a tropical plant paradise. Love 😍 the sweet car.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you Marcy, we appreciate the kind words👍

Sonja H.Local Guide · 44 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sonja has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Huge variety of every kind of plant, shrub, tree, palm, etc. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Sonja, thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate your business 👍#justdigginlife😎 Tom

Caitlyn Sims7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Caitlyn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Absolutely the best place to go for anything plant related.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Hi Caitlyn, we really appreciate your business and kind words👍Thanks again Tom ( owner)😎

Monica Seeley2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Monica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always have had great service by all the staff. When asked for recommendations they are very helpful. Definitely the place to go. Prices are very reasonable.

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you Monica, we really appreciate your business and kind words👍

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