Good Cactus Nurseries in LA Area

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Minime8484
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Good Cactus Nurseries in LA Area

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Hi all!
I'm planning on a weekend trip to the LA area to visit a fellow-cactophile and visit the Huntington. I know the California Cactus Center is a good stop near the Huntington.
But, what others are recommended for "different" or "exciting" finds?

Several aren't open on Sundays, so those might cause a problem as that day we would have the whole morning and early afternoon to investigate places. Most of Saturday will likely be taken up at the Huntington.

I'm finding a bunch of general nurseries, which in my experience are hit and miss with C&S...but, none specific to cacti/succulents.

We are starting out at the Huntington on Saturday, but can head any direction from there Sat afternoon and spend the night wherever; on Sunday, we have to be in Chino around 4pm or so.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
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Can you go down to the San Diego area?
I'll grow it as long as it doesn't have glochids. Gaudy flowers a plus.
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No - We won't be able to make it down there unfortunately...we did the San Diego area last May as well.
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Has anyone any experience with the following two nurseries in the LA area?

California Nursery Specialties
19420 Saticoy, Reseda, CA 91335

Cactus-Mart
3571 Howe Rd, Fillmore, CA 93015
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I like Desert Creations in Northridge and Dream Garden on Sunset Blvd in Hollywood. They have more of the rare and unique looking cacti/succulents.
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Perfect! This is the exact type of place we are looking for. Thanks for your help, kal9988!
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No prob!
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