Choosing horticulture as a profession I receive many invites to lunch in springtime. It is a little like being a GP. ‘Oh you’re a gardener! I have this problem area maybe you could help me with…’ You are never off duty. Partly to address this issue and because I want to promote the right plant for the right place, we are offering a free advice service on our website. I also film seasonal updates to help with planting ideas. All the staff have specialist areas in their plant knowledge. I have a chalk downland wildflower grower and a perennial expert. We go that extra mile making sure customers go away with a plant that will grow; if nurtured correctly. We also sell trees, shrubs, herbs, edibles and bedding. Composts and pots are available to buy but we purposely stay away from the garden centre model.
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