Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Centre in Chelmsford Since 1982
Established in 1982, we are a family-run garden centre dedicated to providing exceptional horticultural products and services. Our 3.5-acre site in Chelmsford, Essex, houses over 10,000 plant varieties, including British-grown shrubs, roses, and seasonal bedding plants. We specialise in premium hanging baskets and planted containers, crafted using homegrown materials for Essex residents. Our expanded retail space offers gardening essentials, decorative ornaments, and unique gift items, complemented by a tea room serving locally sourced produce.With four decades of experience, we prioritise quality, customer service, and sustainable practices. Our team maintains deep expertise in plant cultivation and garden design, ensuring tailored advice for both amateur and professional gardeners. We operate seasonally appropriate hours, welcoming visitors seven days a week. While we no longer permit general pet access, service animals are always welcome. Our commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a trusted local supplier of horticultural products and expertise.
Services
Plants
Garden Shop
Hanging Baskets
Tea Room
Garden Decorations
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience in horticultural expertise
- Our team specialises in homegrown seasonal bedding plants
- We offer a comprehensive range of garden products and decorations
- Our tea room serves fresh, locally sourced produce daily
- We maintain strict quality standards for all plant stock
Services
Plants
We offer an extensive selection of British-grown plants including shrubs, roses, trees, perennials, and seasonal bedding. Our inventory features Clematis, Climbers, Conifers, Ferns, Hostas, and Grasses. Many plants are homegrown on our 3.5-acre site, ensuring quality and adaptability to local conditions.
Garden Shop
Our retail space stocks gardening essentials like chemicals, composts, tools, and watering equipment. We also provide decorative items including trellis, glazed pots, stoneware, solar lighting, and unique giftware. Seasonal stock includes Christmas decorations and Halloween-themed garden items.
Hanging Baskets
We specialise in professionally planted hanging baskets using homegrown geraniums, begonias, and fuchsias. Customers can exchange empty baskets for full seasonal replacements. Our designs range from pastel cottage styles to vibrant tropical displays, providing colour from May to October.
Tea Room
The Potting Shed Tea Room serves fresh, locally sourced food daily. Our menu features homemade dishes and beverages, with special requests accommodated where possible. The facility operates seven days a week, offering indoor and outdoor seating adjacent to our garden displays.
Garden Decorations
We supply decorative garden items including bird care products, solar fountains, greeting cards, and wellington boots. Seasonal displays feature autumnal decorations, real gourds, and Christmas-themed items. Our collection includes unique ornaments and novelty garden accessories.
Questions
What services does Hanging Gardens Nurseries offer?
We provide plants, garden products, hanging basket planting, and a tea room serving locally sourced food. Our facilities include a 3.5-acre garden centre with seasonal displays.
How long has the business been operating?
We have been family-run since 1982, with over 40 years of horticultural experience and 27 years specialising in hanging basket planting.
Are pets allowed on the premises?
We no longer permit general pet access to maintain plant quality, but registered service animals are always welcome in our garden centre and tea room.
What payment methods do you accept?
While specific payment methods aren't listed in our materials, we recommend contacting us directly at 01245 421020 for current payment options and seasonal promotions.
Do you offer plant delivery services?
Delivery availability isn't specified in our materials. Please contact our Chelmsford garden centre directly for information about plant delivery options and charges.
Reviews (5)
Harris Family
Dec 01, 2021
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Probably the best sandwich I've ever had! Christmas Dinner in a sarnie special.
Turkey, stuffing, cranberry, roast spuds between two lovely fresh slices of bread with a pot of gravy to dip it in.
Salad, coleslaw and kettle style crisps on the side. If could give more the 5 I would!
Turkey, stuffing, cranberry, roast spuds between two lovely fresh slices of bread with a pot of gravy to dip it in.
Salad, coleslaw and kettle style crisps on the side. If could give more the 5 I would!
Sue Lowne
Oct 30, 2021
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What a great little find . First visit to the potting shed with my neighbours today and Im sure it wont be the last. Great choice for lunch or an afternoon tea. I chose the mozzarella & pesto panini as I wanted to save room for the delicious homemade cake. Couldnt decide between the lemon sponge cake or the coffee and walnut. I asked the very friendly waitress if I could have half portions of each to try and she was so accommodating. They were both equally as yummy . They had a good choice of coffees and flavoured syrups too. We were told that on the first Wednesday of the month you
Laura Sears
Sep 29, 2021
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Went to the Potting Shed for lunch today, what a lovely surprise. We had my mother-in-law with us, who is in a wheelchair, the staff could not have been more accommodating moving chairs etc so that we would be comfortable outside. We all had items from the specials menu, these were delicious, the service was excellent and prices very reasonable. Will definitely be recommending and making a return visit, thanks to all.
Gloria Poole
Sep 03, 2021
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What a surprise your little nursery was. It kept giving interesting corners and so much choice in different garden furniture. Your coffee shop was so welcoming with its atmosphere of flowers and unusual garden furniture surrounding us. A popular little tea shop with friendly staff.
Lorraine Knowles
Jun 28, 2021
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Love this garden centre. Staff are so helpful, good range of flowers and plants and love the nursery cats who are always up for some fuss. The tearoom is fantastic such good portions not just a sandwich but fresh salad, coleslaw and crisp as well. Definitely worth a visit
