Business Details
45 Years
experience
Award-Winning Garden Centre in Stourport-on-Severn
Established in 1981, Cooks Garden Centre has been a family-run cornerstone of the Stourport community for over four decades. Our expertise in horticulture and commitment to quality have earned us national recognition, including multiple RHS Gold Medals for our award-winning Hydrangeas. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive range of plants, gardening essentials, and bespoke floristry services, all supported by knowledgeable staff dedicated to providing honest advice.Our partnerships with European growers ensure exclusive plant varieties, while our focus on local suppliers reinforces our dedication to the community. With 20,000 sq ft of retail space and a team of over 20 experienced professionals, we combine traditional values with modern horticultural practices to help customers create gardens they love.
Services
Plant Sales
Floristry Services
Garden Care Products
Lawn Maintenance
Plant Feeds
Outdoor Plant Area
Seed Supply
Hanging Baskets
Hydrangea Specialists
Flower Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Family-run expertise spanning over 40 years
- Award-winning Hydrangeas with RHS Gold Medals
- Exclusive plant varieties from European growers
- Comprehensive garden care advice and treatments
- Dog-friendly premises with local delivery options
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Gold Medals
Services
Plant Sales
We offer an extensive selection of high-quality garden plants, including seasonal bedding, perennials, shrubs, and trees. Our stock changes daily to ensure freshness and variety, with exclusive Hydrangea varieties unavailable elsewhere. Expert staff provide tailored advice to help customers choose the perfect plants for their garden conditions.
Floristry Services
Our in-house florists create bespoke floral arrangements for all occasions, using fresh flowers delivered three times weekly. From sympathy tributes to birthday bouquets, we offer same-day creation and local delivery. Customers can collect orders in person or request custom designs through advance consultations.
Garden Care Products
We supply comprehensive solutions for garden pests and plant diseases, including organic and chemical treatments. Knowledgeable staff provide practical advice on application and prevention. Our range covers lawn care products, fertilisers, and seasonal treatments to maintain garden health throughout the year.
Hydrangea Specialists
Recognised nationally for our Hydrangea displays, we offer compact, container-friendly varieties developed through European partnerships. Our RHS Gold Medal-winning collection includes the popular 'Hydrangea Fireworks', with expert guidance available on cultivation and care for optimal growth in UK conditions.
Local Flower Delivery
Covering Stourport-on-Severn and surrounding areas, our delivery service ensures timely arrival of fresh floral arrangements. Available to villages including Bewdley, Kidderminster, and Wolverley, we accommodate special requests and provide delivery confirmation. Customers receive seasonal updates on available flower varieties through our communication channels.
People
Paul Cook
Owner
Founder of Cooks Garden Centre since 1981, Paul brings decades of hands-on horticultural experience. A Stourport local, he transitioned from Roseacre Garden Centre to establish this family business, combining practical knowledge with a passion for plants to create a community-focused gardening destination.
Sally Cook
Nursery Lead
Leading our nursery operations, Sally combines creativity with horticultural expertise. Originally a florist, she transitioned to nursery management, overseeing plant cultivation for our retail and show exhibits. Her leadership ensures consistent quality across our plant stock and display preparations for national flower shows.
Questions
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Sundays from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
Do you offer local flower delivery?
Yes, we deliver flowers locally to Stourport-on-Severn, Bewdley, Kidderminster, and surrounding villages.
Are your plants grown locally?
Our nursery in Blackstone produces nearly half a million plants annually, complemented by European grower partnerships.
Can I get gardening advice in-store?
Our knowledgeable team provides free expert advice on plant care, pest control, and garden maintenance.
Do you participate in flower shows?
We've exhibited at major UK shows since 1986, including RHS Chelsea, with multiple Gold Medal awards.
Is your garden centre accessible for dogs?
Yes, we're dog-friendly with designated areas for visitors to explore our plant displays with their pets.
Reviews (6)
Rocco Ross
Dec 27, 2021
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Loads of great decorations for our Christmas tree although they didnt have a wide selection of trees that hadnt been trimmed into shape
Kimmy Newton
Dec 12, 2021
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Always a magical place at Christmas this year the displays were wonderful & all themed to make it easier to spend a fortune again
Peter Standring
Nov 30, 2021
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Wonderful Christmas decorations on display at reasonable prices .loads of trees to choose from as well as there usual array of garden plants .staff are always friendly and helpful but beware of the cat don't wake him up
Anne Pardoe
Nov 30, 2021
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Cook's Garden Centre never fails to provide a wide choice of plants, garden ornaments, planters and gift items. Their display of all things Christmas (from trees to baubles) is amazing. Prices are reasonable and the staff are so helpful and friendly.
Russell Tredgett
Nov 25, 2021
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Good selection of Xmas decorations and most of it is well priced. The staff r friendly and helpful, would go again.
Les Abbott
Nov 17, 2021
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Their Christmas Display is a sight to behold an inevitably leads to a purchase. A lovely old fashioned place.
