St Bridget Nurseries Blog

Fri 23 May 2025

Bank Holiday Rhododendron Offer – This Weekend Only!

Looking to brighten your garden this Bank Holiday weekend? At St Bridget, we’ve got a blooming lovely offer to help you do just that. From Thursday 23 May to Sunday 26 May, we’re offering £5 off the marked price of any Rhododendron in a 7.5 or 10 litre pot. That means you can take home […]

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Fri 23 May 2025

Celebrating National Children's Gardening Week at St Bridget!

National Children’s Gardening Week (25 May – 2 June) is here — and we’re joining in the fun at St Bridget! Designed to bring the joy of gardening to children of all ages, this week is all about getting little hands muddy, imaginations growing, and budding gardeners inspired. Whether your child is new to gardening […]

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Tue 13 May 2025

Celebrating 100 Years of Growing at St Bridget Nurseries

This year marks a very special milestone for us at St Bridget Nurseries: our centenary. Since 1925, we’ve been proudly growing beautiful plants right here in Devon, and this year we’re taking time to reflect, celebrate and thank the loyal customers and dedicated team who have made it all possible. Rooted in Family Since 1925 […]

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Fri 2 May 2025

WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN MAY

May is a magical time in the garden. Spring is in full bloom, the days are longer and the soil is warming up, offering an abundance of gardening opportunities. Whether you’re tending to ornamental borders, managing an allotment, encouraging wildlife or maintaining a garden pond, there’s plenty to do, and enjoy. Here’s a step-by-step guide […]

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Mon 14 Apr 2025

Why We’re Going Peat-Free: A Free Talk by Neil Gray of Melcourt Industries

Join us on Tuesday 24th June for a free compost talk at St Bridget – time to be confirmed. What’s It All About? We’re delighted to host a free talk about peat-free compost and how to get the best results when using it in your garden. This informative session will explain why the horticultural industry […]

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Tue 1 Apr 2025

WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN April

April is one of the most exciting months in the gardening calendar. The days are noticeably longer, the soil is warming up, and everything feels full of promise. It’s the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and get planting, sowing, tidying, and feeding. Whether you’re growing vegetables, refreshing borders, or bringing your lawn back […]

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Tue 4 Mar 2025

Orchid Talk and Terrarium Workshop at St Bridget

Join us on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025, for a special day of horticultural inspiration with Manos Kanellos, Plant Physiologist. This event will feature an informative Orchid Care Talk, a hands-on Orchid Clinic, and an interactive Terrarium Workshop. Orchid Care Talk – 11:30 AM (40 minutes) Learn expert tips on orchid care, including a repotting demonstration […]

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Mon 3 Mar 2025

WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN MARCH

March marks the official arrival of spring in the UK and we are sure you will be as eager as us to get our hands back in the soil after the long, cold winter months! The days are getting longer, the soil is starting to warm up and there’s a sense of anticipation in the […]

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Tue 4 Feb 2025

WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN February

As winter lingers, February in the UK presents gardeners with a mixed bag of challenges and opportunities. Though the cold weather persists, there is still plenty to do in the garden to prepare for the coming spring. The key to gardening in February is to take advantage of the quieter period to plan, tidy, and […]

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Thu 2 Jan 2025

WHAT TO DO IN YOUR ENGLISH GARDEN IN JANUARY

January in the UK is typically one of the coldest months of the year, with shorter daylight hours, frost, and sometimes snow. For gardeners, this can seem like a quiet period where little can be done. However, with the right approach, January is an ideal time to prepare your garden for the year ahead, keep […]

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