If you're an avid gardener or even just an armchair gardener I'd suggest you ditch the local…read morefranchises and their overpriced wares and instead head to Mclarens nursery. They cater for every style of garden from the traditional small bedding plants to colourful exotic grasses, they even have a huge section devoted to trees. Frequented by landscape gardeners and the general public alike, this is the place to go for good quality plants and value for money.

From the owner: At McLaren's Nurseries Ltd you will find all of your plant needs. A massive range of many different…read moreshrubs, perennials, conifers, grasses, fruit bushes and trees, climbers, bamboo, Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Roses. A family run buisness we now span 50 acres and are a plant lovers paradise!

Scotland for centuries has sent its young men and women to fight and die on foreign soils. When the…read moresurvivors come back, the help that they need and deserve is not always there. Erskine picks these heroes up and helps them back to a normal life. It would be great thing if this was not needed but there never seems to be to an end to conflict. So, the folks at Erskine continue to provide care and comfort to these men and women. So, what does this have to do with you? Well, they need money to keep doing what they do. All they need you to do is go to a Garden Centre and buy a plant. That is it. Buy a plant. Nothing that you do will provide as much to someone else as just travelling here and picking up a potted plant. If you hate plants - give it to someone who loves you. And show some love to the guys who did their bit. It is not a lot to ask.

Hi, After hearing…read moredecent stories about the restaurant at the garden centre me and my big mate went for a spot of lunch. Looking at the menu and not wanting anything too heavy we decided on the baked potato with extra cheese (as one tub wouldnt have been enough). i also ordered a diet coke. To my astonishment the cost was £8.35 EACH !!!! £16 for 2 baked tatties ! they wouldnt have cost that in the famine ! load of shite. go to mcdonalds.

The food at The Buttery at the Silverbirch Garden Centre is fab... best on the Clydeside &…read morereasonable price-wise. Ambience is fab too... a lovely wee coffeeshop with loads of wood & stone. Fab place for brunch. Tx

This has got to be the nicest garden centre EVER! The stock is amazing. Beautiful range of Xmas…read morestock at the moment. Nicest Xmas ornaments I've ever seen.

As you walk up to Anniesland Garden centre there's no mistaking what they are or what they sell due…read moreto the abundance of flowers and plants dotted in the entrance way and along the adjoining pavement. I live in Broomhill and i never knew this little clandestine garden centre existed. The lead up to the main store takes you up a small passageway of flowers, plants and herbs - it's akin to walking up someone's drive onto their patio; however just a few paces further we were greeted by a friendly "if there's anything I can help you with folks, just ask". We had a wander round the "patio" area looking through the array of foliage they have for sale, noticing that they are actually situated between two houses, as if you are walking around someone's garden (not off putting at all, though). We headed into the main store, our eyes were met with a section covering everything to do with feeding, grooming and playing with pets; again greeted by another friendly gentleman asking if he could help; when you first walk into the shop it's imaginable that the main room is where it all ends, not the case! Round the corner there's a further section up a small ramp that sells cat beds, dog beds, fish tanks, food for all types of pets imaginably etc etc. Coming out of this little annex you come to a further segment of the shop within it concerned with "growing your own" raspberry plants, herbs, potatoes; all types you could think of, from earlies through to lates - again, at this point you think the store has come to an end, but no! a further installment reveals itself relating to all things in the remit of gardening tools. Being a little independent, local garden centre we expected things to be a little more expensive, but no; prices are very competitive - we walked round to Morrisons to compare prices after leaving here and they are more than comparable if not better prices in some sections. On our way out we had a quick chat with the two gentleman that greeted us on the way in, very friendly and happy to give us a quick history on the place (been around for 16 years!!) and what types of products they sell; letting us know they had a bigger place at one point just up the street, but due to the economic downturn is now closed. If you're looking for pet products, flowers, plants, herbs, grow your own vegetable kits, utensils etc - try driving past the big supermarkets and garden centres and give this place a try; quaint, cute, and has a very local and friendly feel.

Friendly staff. Healthy looking plants. Great variety of stock.read more

I used to feel like this garden centre was a second home and I felt at one amidst the bracken and…read moreshrubs in the green house. My Grandparents used to take me and my brother here when we were young and I can remember going pretty much every other day. Quite bizarre now I think about it, as they only had a tiny garden. This place is huge and you can get everything you could ever imagine for a garden, gnomes, compost, plant pots, you name it, it's all here. So if you're green fingered then head down to Rouken Glen Garden Centre to pick up a plant or two and maybe even some tips from the other plant fanatics.

Is there anything more exciting that wondering round a garden centre?…read more Yes, lots of things. In fact anything! But that's not the point! As far as garden centre's go Rouken Glen is one of the best. I'm not a big plant lover because they require care and attention and I am too busy caring for and attending to myself but, they don't just have plants at Rouken Glen! There is also a large gift shop which sells all manner of randomness from vases and candles to jewelry and mugs. The pleasant little coffee shop sells some yummy cakes and light lunch items. When I go to visit my wee 89 year old Granpa I take him to this coffee shop and he flirts with all the old ladies, sweet and disgusting in equal measures! My favorite thing about Rouken Glen is the Christmas section; it is a magical winter wonderland! I particularly like the outdoor Christmas light section, a little wonder around here is a great way to get you in the festive mood!

Hello, I have been a visitor a few times at your nursery…read morecentre and was highly impressed with the selection of materials you sell. Equally I have experienced your food area which is lovely. I however am asking you for a little guidance, this may not be the suitable forum but im struggling to find another avenue. Here goes To Whom it may concern, I am and Early Years Practitioner who works at Logan's Primary School /Nursery Class, Motherwell. The Nursery Class only opened August 2016. I have taken on responsibility of developing our large outdoor area. We received no equipment for outdoors other than a few tricycles. I have begun to make a Mud Kitchen (photograph attached). I am asking if there is any support you could provide. Our children would love a bird bath, which our funds won't allow. Clarification of my status can easily be provided in letter form if required. I am sending this request during my Easter break. Thank you for taking the time to read this email. Regards Margo Miller

Paradise of Flowers is a new florists located in the South Side of Glasgow, they always have…read morebeautiful flower displays in the window that always catch my eye. Whatever the occasion, they cater for all flower needs here, and they also have a delivery service, which is completely free! The staff are really helpful and friendly and if you have a specific bouquet in mind then they will be able to create it for you, if you don't have anything specific in mind then they will be more than able to create a beautiful bunch of flowers that you will love.

This is a grand wee place, which I am annoyed at myself for not investigating earlier. It looks…read moretiny from the outside, but inside it's actually a decent size while still being very homey and welcoming. The staff certainly help this vibe through being really friendly, polite and chatty. As Eleanor has said they always have lovely displays and bouquets hence are more than happy to offer suggests to you. Alternatively, they can make your stumbling request (I know no flower names at all and they were extremely good at guessing from my rather strained descriptions) into a work of art. They also offer a range of very reasonably priced cards, wrapping and other small gifts. Look out for their selection of potted plants too, I got a lovely little Ivy plant for £1.49. Bargain!

Well most of the planting done now .. a few visits to see the friendly and helpful staff here makes…read morethe visit worthwhile... Very strong and healthy plants and We can't wait for them all to be in full bloom .... thanks again for your advice and give Wilson a hug from us .. I am sure we will not be finished and we will be back soon

Really good dobbies garden centre! Would definately…read morerecommend visiting the coffee shop! Cakes are to die for! Nice service and clean coffee shop! Not really a garden person but the store inside is great for books, gifts and has a good selection of yankee candles. Dobbies is great at xmas, fab candles, table and home decorations!

I love shopping ( and eating ) in Dobbies. The staff are always so nice and helpfulread more

Still in it's infancy, this garden centre although slowly expanding with the usual items required…read morefor gardening, plus summer houses, sheds, hot tubs etc. has a gem in it's coffee shop, the food is excellent, and appears to be all home made, you'll never wait any longer than a couple of minutes to be served as there are plenty of obliging, pleasant, staff. and as as far I could make out the dearest item on the menu was around £4.50p., and a plate of home made soup (2 choices) was only £1.95. It would appear to be a big favourite with those of local knowledge, and is ideally situated for passing trade. The M8 motorway is two minutes away, so for those on a journey and in need of a break - a much better option than the motorway stops. Highly Recommended.

I'm not a huge fan of gardening.Browsing the shelves for some nice chrysanthemum's isn't really my…read morebag at all, so I wasn't too enthralled by the suggestion of a trip to Greenside in Newarthill. If you have read any of my previous reviews, you might realise that there is one constant in my life that I do like. No, make that Love. And that constant is cake. I'm not a fussy cake eater; I like chocolate, sponge, cream, cheese, apple, caramel, empire, anything along those lines, really. So when I clapped eyes on the cafe in the centre I was more than pleasantly surprised by the cake selection. They have a really large cafe, almost as big as the garden centre section, which does a range of hot meals, light lunches, soups and drinks, as well as the aforementioned cakes. We took a seat, had a flick through the menu, and went up to the counter to order. I decided on some lentil soup and a roll, which was really good. It was home made too, something which the cafe prides itself on. My mum had a cheese and pineapple toastie, which looked dynamite, it was oozing cheese and had a big salad and crisps along side it. Her silence seemed to signify that she enjoyed it. Then it was cake time. My mum is a top class cake maker, and my dad is a baker by profession, so I come from a good stock of bun mixers. I haven't found my passion for baking yet, but I'm sure when I do, I'll be a natural. My mum actually got her banoffee pie recipe from the woman who runs this cafe, after tasting a slice one lunchtime. My mum's banoffee pie is renowned amongst friends and family as the best desert, ever! We went up to the cake counter and perused the fine display of goodies. They have loads, from wee mini trifles to millionaire's shortbread, and carrot cake. They have different cakes on every day, which keeps you guessing what the next delight will be! I went for the mandarin cheesecake, and came away with a huge lump for just over £1.50! It was absolutely, dribbling-into-a-napkin worthy of some coveted cheesecake prize. The base was crumbly and buttery, the cheesecake itself was thick and creamy, laced with orangey bits, and the jelly like topping was packed full of little mandarin segments, bursting with juice. It really was amazing. This place is not just restricted to lunch. They also have plants, and all the gardeny stuff a garden centre usually has. Located within the unit is a beauticians, which is a nice touch, and a kids soft play area, brilliant to chuck the kiddies in if you fancy a cuppa in peace. There is also a little gift section, selling candles and crockery, cards and china. It's all pretty expensive, but nice and unique for a birthday gift. My mum tells me that the plants she's bought from here have never failed her, and she wouldn't buy them from anywhere else. And my mum knows her plants. Recommended! It's a lovely wee afternoon out and really not as boring as some garden centres tend to be!