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Nottingham, Derbyshire
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33 garden centres listed in Nottingham.
Nottingham has a wide choice of garden centres, nurseries and plant shops, with almost every one carrying a Nottingham postcode. A handful are right in the city centre, but most are on the outskirts: around Beeston and Trowell to the west, Gedling and Carlton to the east, Hucknall to the north, and further out in villages like Woodborough, Bradmore and East Bridgford.
The mix runs from large garden centres to small independent plant shops and community gardens. Bardills Garden Centre is listed on the west side towards Stapleford, Floralands Garden Village is to the east near Gedling, Woodborough Green Garden Centre is in the village of Woodborough, and Notcutts Wheatcroft is south of the city. City-centre plant shops are handy for houseplants and small balcony pots, while the outlying centres usually stock the bigger range of shrubs, trees, compost and garden buildings.
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Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
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Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
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Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
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Nottingham, East Midlands
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, East Midlands
Nottingham, East Midlands
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham, East Midlands
Nottingham sits on a mix of soils. To the north, towards Sherwood Forest, much of the ground is light and sandy, drains quickly and can be slightly acidic. Closer to the Trent valley and in parts to the south and east, heavier clay soils are more common and can stay wet in winter. The East Midlands is one of the drier parts of England, so on sandy ground water butts and mulch are a big help. Before buying, check whether the garden is on sand or clay, as it changes what will thrive and how much compost to add.
For a good Nottingham garden centre, look for one that labels plants clearly with height, spread and soil needs. Ask staff whether plants have been hardened off outdoors or kept under cover, as the difference matters for spring planting. Specialist growers, such as rose nurseries, tend to give the best advice for their own plants. Check whether bulky items like compost, paving or sheds can be delivered, and compare prices between the larger chains and independents for seasonal stock like bedding and bulbs.
Garden UK lists 33 garden centres in Nottingham. Each listing shows the address and contact details on file, and owners can claim their listing to add opening hours and photos.
On sandy soils in the north of the area, drought-tolerant plants such as lavender, heathers and grasses do well. On heavier clay, roses, hydrangeas, hostas and fruit trees thrive. Checking soil type first helps pick the right plants.
Yes, there are a few plant shops in the city centre, which are useful for houseplants and small pots. Larger garden centres with a full range of shrubs, trees and compost are mostly on the outskirts and in nearby villages.
Bare-root roses are best planted from late autumn to early spring while dormant. Potted roses can go in at most times of year, as long as they are watered well in dry spells.
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