Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Premium Garden Plants in the UK
Established in 1974, Garden Centre Plants has grown to become one of the UK's leading wholesale nurseries, specialising in supplying premium-quality plants to garden centres nationwide. Our 35-acre site in Barton, Preston, offers extensive varieties of climbers, shrubs, herbaceous plants, and semi-specimen plants, all cultivated to meet exacting customer specifications. Our dedicated sales team combines decades of horticultural expertise with proactive support, guiding clients through seasonal stock selection and introducing innovative plant varieties to boost retail sales. We have embraced biotechnological advancements to enhance plant management efficiency while maintaining our commitment to quality, service, and competitive pricing. Our nationwide delivery network, strategically located near the M6 motorway, ensures timely plant distribution across Great Britain.With a legacy of customer relationships spanning generations, we prioritise transparency, reliability, and continuous improvement in plant production and sustainability practices. Our team's passion for horticulture drives our mission to provide garden centres with inspirational plant ranges that meet evolving market demands. From administrative support to on-site nursery expertise, our multidisciplinary team ensures seamless service delivery. We actively invest in peat-free growing media trials, achieving exceptional results that support our transition to 100% peat-free production. Our dedication to environmental responsibility extends to using recyclable taupe polypropylene pots and implementing water recycling systems across our nursery operations.
Services
Plant Supply
Shrubs
Climbers
Herbaceous Plants
Semi-Specimen Plants
Seasonal Stock Guidance
Nationwide Delivery
Peat-Free Production
Plant Variety Development
Garden Centre Support
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialist horticultural experience in plant production
- Our expert sales team provides tailored seasonal stock guidance and support
- Nationwide delivery network ensures timely plant distribution across Great Britain
- Pioneering peat-free growing media trials with proven commercial success
- Comprehensive plant range includes exclusive new varieties to boost retail sales
What people say
Superb quality
Great prices
Professional manner
Timely delivery
New varieties
Services
Plant Supply
We supply premium-quality shrubs, climbers, herbaceous plants, and semi-specimen plants to garden centres nationwide. Our extensive range includes both traditional favourites and innovative new varieties developed through ongoing trials. All plants are grown to exacting quality standards using sustainable practices that meet modern retail demands.
Seasonal Stock Guidance
Our experienced sales team provides expert guidance on seasonal plant selection, helping garden centres optimise stock for maximum sales potential. Through regular communication and on-site visits, we ensure clients receive tailored recommendations and timely delivery of the most marketable plant varieties throughout the growing season.
Nationwide Delivery
Strategically located near the M6 motorway, our nursery offers efficient nationwide delivery services to garden centres across Great Britain. Our logistics network ensures timely transportation of plants while maintaining optimal growing conditions, with dedicated account managers coordinating deliveries to match client requirements.
Peat-Free Production
We lead the industry in peat-free plant production through extensive trials of alternative growing media. Our successful transition to 100% peat-free production for all 1-3 litre plants uses innovative blends that maintain plant quality while reducing environmental impact, supported by recyclable taupe polypropylene pot systems.
Plant Variety Development
Our research focuses on introducing exciting new plant varieties that drive retail sales for garden centres. Through biotechnological advancements and traditional breeding programs, we develop plants with improved characteristics that meet changing consumer preferences and market trends.
People
Chris Connah
Nursery Manager
With 25 years of horticultural expertise, Chris oversees all nursery operations, ensuring plants meet our exacting quality standards through innovative growing techniques and sustainable practices.
Mike Hill
Sales Manager
Proactive sales leader with extensive industry knowledge, Mike builds strong relationships with garden centres and provides expert guidance on plant selection and stock management.
Matt Carr
Customer Accounts Manager
Matt manages customer accounts with professionalism, ensuring smooth operations between our nursery and garden centre partners through effective communication and problem-solving.
Ann Fitchie
Sales Support
With over 25 years at GCP, Ann provides essential administrative and sales support, combining experience with personal dedication to ensure efficient service delivery.
Carol Richardson
Admin Assistant
Carol brings fresh energy to our administrative operations, handling diverse tasks with enthusiasm while maintaining the high standards of our team.
Questions
What types of plants do you supply to garden centres?
We specialise in shrubs, climbers, herbaceous plants, and semi-specimen plants, including exclusive new varieties developed through our research programs.
Do you deliver plants nationwide across the UK?
Yes, our strategic location near the M6 motorway enables efficient nationwide delivery to garden centres throughout Great Britain.
How do you ensure plant quality and consistency?
We maintain rigorous quality control through biotechnological advancements, experienced horticultural practices, and regular staff training across our 35-acre nursery site.
Are your plants grown using sustainable methods?
We use 100% peat-free growing media for all 1-3 litre plants and implement water recycling systems to reduce our environmental impact.
Can garden centres receive seasonal stock recommendations?
Our expert sales team provides tailored seasonal guidance, visiting regularly to recommend optimal stock selections for maximum retail success.
How can garden centres place orders with GCP?
Contact our sales team through our website or phone number to discuss your requirements and arrange deliveries that match your seasonal needs.
Reviews (1)
John Stirzaker
Dec 10, 2019
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I worked here for 15 year's they had a total lack of respect for people & would make you work every hour, you had no choice.
