Dingle Nursery & Garden

Dingle Nurseries and Garden is a good stop for plant buyers in mid Wales, because the garden and the nursery work together. It lies near Welshpool in Powys and is an RHS Partner Garden, so it is a garden people visit for the plants rather than for a grand house.

The garden is a place to see how trees, shrubs and perennials perform as they mature. Walk the borders slowly and make notes of the combinations you like, then look for the same plants in the nursery afterwards. This is the main benefit of a garden attached to a nursery: you can see the final size, shape and colour of a plant rather than guessing from a pot. It is especially useful if you garden in a similar climate and soil, as plants that do well in a Powys garden are likely to cope with conditions across much of Wales and the Marches.

Plan to spend time in the nursery as well. Bring a list of the conditions in your own garden, such as sun or shade and wet or dry soil, and ask staff for advice. If you are buying larger shrubs or trees, think about how you will get them home. Because there is little independent detail on the layout of the garden, check the official website before visiting for current opening, facilities and what is looking good. The garden is a sensible addition to a day exploring Welshpool and the surrounding countryside.