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Having a fair bit of work done in the gardens at the moment which has provided the opportunity for some redesigns, life is exceptionally hectic at the moment so considering buying online rather than wasting valuable time going to many nurseries and garden centres trying to find what we are after (and probably failing).
I’m concerned about quality of plants and happened across Sarah Raven which initially looks good but recent reviews suggest otherwise and that plants are often of poor quality.
Recommendations for recent experiences appreciated.
I’m concerned about quality of plants and happened across Sarah Raven which initially looks good but recent reviews suggest otherwise and that plants are often of poor quality.
Recommendations for recent experiences appreciated.
What sort of quantity / value and types of plants are you looking for? I get the feeling you are after bigger, mature plants but could be wrong.
We've used the usual suspects like Dobbies, Suttons, T&M, DT Browns etc for small orders and generally the plants (bedding plugs etc) have been fine. I have had to sort the odd refund though as if plants get stuck or slowed in transit for some reason, they can be dead by the time they arrive.
Worth noting BGP own several brands: https://www.brandedgardenproducts.com/our-brands
You could look at a big wholesale / retail nursery that has their own trucks like Grasslands. Their website says if you spend £400 you can get free direct delivery
https://www.grasslands.co.uk/
We've used the usual suspects like Dobbies, Suttons, T&M, DT Browns etc for small orders and generally the plants (bedding plugs etc) have been fine. I have had to sort the odd refund though as if plants get stuck or slowed in transit for some reason, they can be dead by the time they arrive.
Worth noting BGP own several brands: https://www.brandedgardenproducts.com/our-brands
You could look at a big wholesale / retail nursery that has their own trucks like Grasslands. Their website says if you spend £400 you can get free direct delivery
https://www.grasslands.co.uk/
Harpoon said:
What sort of quantity / value and types of plants are you looking for? I get the feeling you are after bigger, mature plants but could be wrong.
We've used the usual suspects like Dobbies, Suttons, T&M, DT Browns etc for small orders and generally the plants (bedding plugs etc) have been fine. I have had to sort the odd refund though as if plants get stuck or slowed in transit for some reason, they can be dead by the time they arrive.
Worth noting BGP own several brands: https://www.brandedgardenproducts.com/our-brands
You could look at a big wholesale / retail nursery that has their own trucks like Grasslands. Their website says if you spend £400 you can get free direct delivery
https://www.grasslands.co.uk/
Thanks Harpoon, yes a mix of established, 9cm pots and some plugs for foxgloves etc.We've used the usual suspects like Dobbies, Suttons, T&M, DT Browns etc for small orders and generally the plants (bedding plugs etc) have been fine. I have had to sort the odd refund though as if plants get stuck or slowed in transit for some reason, they can be dead by the time they arrive.
Worth noting BGP own several brands: https://www.brandedgardenproducts.com/our-brands
You could look at a big wholesale / retail nursery that has their own trucks like Grasslands. Their website says if you spend £400 you can get free direct delivery
https://www.grasslands.co.uk/
Urgently need to get an excavator in so I can start with the wildflower area and get it seeded over the next few weeks so we get it in bloom this year.
We are on the mailing list of JParkers: https://www.dutchbulbs.co.uk/
...got some great offers. Quality reasonable for the price. Note that some plants are sold as plugs.
...got some great offers. Quality reasonable for the price. Note that some plants are sold as plugs.
I still would err towards a local garden centre, not a chain, that you can head in with budget and wish list. We have a couple nearby who can order in plants as well as what is on display. Prices are easily same as online, quality seems better, and you get good advice as well.
But it cannot be a chain - local for passionate knowledge and ability to order in.
But it cannot be a chain - local for passionate knowledge and ability to order in.
W12GT said:
Having a fair bit of work done in the gardens at the moment which has provided the opportunity for some redesigns, life is exceptionally hectic at the moment so considering buying online rather than wasting valuable time going to many nurseries and garden centres trying to find what we are after (and probably failing).
Make the time and have a nice morning/afternoon out instead 
W12GT said:
Having a fair bit of work done in the gardens at the moment which has provided the opportunity for some redesigns, life is exceptionally hectic at the moment so considering buying online rather than wasting valuable time going to many nurseries and garden centres trying to find what we are after (and probably failing).
I m concerned about quality of plants and happened across Sarah Raven which initially looks good but recent reviews suggest otherwise and that plants are often of poor quality.
Recommendations for recent experiences appreciated.
We have had good experiences with Sarah Raven this year and last. I would recommend themI m concerned about quality of plants and happened across Sarah Raven which initially looks good but recent reviews suggest otherwise and that plants are often of poor quality.
Recommendations for recent experiences appreciated.
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