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Garden Centre by Homebase (inside The Range) - Oxford
Oxford, Oxfordshire
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A good handful of garden centres and plant sellers are listed for Oxford, mostly on the ring road and in the villages just outside the city rather than in the centre. That makes them easy to reach by car from most directions, and several are close enough to combine with other trips.
The mix is broad. Oxford Garden Centre, Notcutts Oxford and Mill View Garden Centre are all listed in Oxford, and Waterperry Gardens also appears with an Oxford address. Alongside these there are a few more specialist entries, including a greenhouse supplier, a garden section in a larger store and Oxford Botanic Garden, which is also listed with an Oxford address. Checking each website before going is wise, particularly for plant sales, seasonal opening and anything bulky that may need ordering in. The postcodes in the listings show which ones are closest to home.
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Greenhouse People Oxford South
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01865 343700 View
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Mill View Garden Centre
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01865 876471 View
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Notcutts Oxford
Oxford, Oxfordshire
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Oxford Botanic Garden
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01865 610300 View
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Oxford Garden Centre
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01865 546030 View
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Thamesdown Farm Nurseries
Oxford, Oxfordshire
01865 361265 View
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Waterperry Gardens
Oxford, Oxfordshire
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Gardening in Oxford
Much of Oxford sits in the Thames valley on a mix of river gravels and heavier clay, so drainage can be good in one road and poor in the next. Clay gardens benefit from compost and grit worked in before planting, and from choosing plants that tolerate wet winters. Low lying areas near the Thames and Cherwell are prone to flooding and to cold air settling on still nights, which can mean late spring frosts. Higher ground towards the Chilterns has chalk, and the Cotswold side to the west has limestone, both leaning alkaline. A soil test before buying acid loving plants saves disappointment almost anywhere around the city.
How to choose a garden centre in Oxford
With a mix of large chain stores, independents and specialist plant sellers in the area, it helps to know what you are after. For a big seasonal shop, a larger centre with a wide range of compost, pots and tools is convenient. For unusual perennials or advice, a smaller nursery where staff grow and know the plants can be better value. Look at root systems, not just flowers, and avoid plants that are pot bound or sitting in water. If your garden floods in winter, ask staff for plants that cope with wet roots. Loyalty schemes and end of season sales can make a real difference over a year.
Garden Centres in Oxford: your questions answered
How many garden centres are listed in Oxford?
Garden UK lists 8 garden centres in Oxford. Each listing shows the address and contact details on file, and owners can claim their listing to add opening hours and photos.
What is the soil like in Oxford gardens?
It varies. Much of the city has river gravels or heavy clay, while the Chilterns to the south east have chalk and the Cotswold edge to the west has limestone. A simple pH and texture test is the quickest way to know.
Which plants cope with flooding in Oxford gardens?
Plants like dogwoods, willows, astilbes, ligularia, purple loosestrife and many sedges tolerate wet ground. On flood prone plots near the Thames or Cherwell, raised beds also help keep vegetables and less tolerant plants above standing water.
When are Oxford garden centres quietest?
Weekday mornings outside the spring rush are usually calmest. Spring bank holiday weekends tend to be the busiest, so visiting early in the day or midweek gives more room to browse and more time with staff.
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