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Avery's Garden Centre
Taunton, South West
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Plant Nurseries in South West
19 plant nurseries listed in South West.
The South West plant nurseries listed here are concentrated in Somerset, with the biggest group around Taunton and a couple more nearby at Wellington. Bristol and its surroundings have the next largest cluster, and there are individual nurseries at Highbridge, Chard, Bournemouth, Camborne and in rural Dorset and Wiltshire.
That spread means gardeners in Somerset and around Bristol have the most choice, while those in Cornwall, Devon and Dorset may need to travel further for a specialist grower. Forde Abbey Nursery is listed at Chard, Kehelland Trust is in Camborne, Cherry Tree Nursery is in Bournemouth and Thurloxton Fruit Growers is near Taunton. Some smaller nurseries open on set days only or sell mainly by order, so check the details on each listing before setting out, especially if you are travelling a long way across the region.
Where they are: Taunton (7), Bristol (3), Wellington (2), Bournemouth (1), Camborne (1), Chard (1), Chippenham (1), Dorset (1), Highbridge (1), Wiltshire (1).
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Blaise Nursery
Bristol, South West
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Broadleaze Nursery
Bristol, South West
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Brookfields Farm & Nursery
Taunton, South West
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Cherry Tree Nursery
Bournemouth, South West
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Forde Abbey Nursery
Chard, South West
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Hatch Green Nursery
Taunton, South West
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High Elm Nurseries
Taunton, South West
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Kehelland Trust
Camborne, South West
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Kings Gardening Nursery
Highbridge, South West
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Langley Nurseries
Wiltshire, South West
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Little Groves Nursery
Dorset, South West
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Middlecombe Nursery
Bristol, South West
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Mousehole Nurseries
Wellington, South West
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Orchard Park Nurseries
Taunton, South West
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Special Plants Nursery
Chippenham, South West
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Sunhill Nurseries
Taunton, South West
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Thurloxton Fruit Growers
Taunton, South West
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White Post Nursery
Wellington, South West
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Gardening in South West
The South West is mild and wet compared with most of England, especially near the coast, where frosts are lighter and many tender plants survive outdoors. Soils vary widely across the region. Much of Cornwall and parts of Devon have acid soils that suit camellias, rhododendrons and hydrangeas, while the chalk of Dorset and Wiltshire favours lime-lovers such as clematis and lavender. The Somerset Levels have heavy clay and peat that stay wet for long periods. Coastal gardens face salty, strong winds, so a windbreak of escallonia, pittosporum or griselinia is often the first purchase.
How to choose a plant nursery in South West
Look for nurseries that grow their own plants in local conditions, as they will know what survives a wet South West winter. Ask whether stock was raised outdoors or under glass, especially for tender plants. For fruit trees, ask which rootstock is used and which apple varieties suit the West Country, since cider and dessert apples have a long local history here. Specialist growers are worth seeking out for perennials, fruit and unusual shrubs. Check pots for weeds and liverwort, which suggest plants have sat around too long, and ask about bare-root deliveries in winter.
Plant Nurseries in South West: your questions answered
How many plant nurseries are listed in South West?
Garden UK lists 19 plant nurseries in South West, spread across 10 towns and villages including Taunton, Bristol, Wellington. Each listing shows the address and contact details on file, and owners can claim their listing to add opening hours and photos.
Which fruit trees grow well in the South West?
Apples grow very well across the South West, which has a long history of orchards and cider making. Pears, plums and cherries also do well in sheltered spots. Choose a rootstock to suit your space, and ask local nurseries about traditional West Country apple varieties.
Can tender plants survive outdoors in the South West?
Many can, especially near the coast in Cornwall, Devon and Dorset, where frosts are milder. Plants like agapanthus, cordylines and many salvias often come through winter. Wet winters cause more losses than cold, so good drainage is just as important.
What should coastal gardeners in the South West plant first?
A windbreak is usually the first job. Salt-tolerant shrubs such as escallonia, griselinia, pittosporum and tamarisk filter the wind and protect the rest of the garden. Once these are established, a much wider range of plants will thrive behind them.
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