Some things are a little overpriced, but others are a steal, and the service is always helpful and…read morefriendly. I also love the variety of plants on offer, and the bargain corner is usually worth a look.

Lime Balm tea herb. Yum. But could I keep it alive? Whatever the opposite of a green thumb is, I've…read moregot it. I tend to have a Medusa-type effect on the humble plant, striking them dead with a glance and without even trying, I swear. My mother tells me gardening comes with age. I'd better get a move on. My experience at this casual garden centre has been in buying plants for other people, and the staff has proved friendly and knowledgable. The space is clear and well sign-posted, enough for me not to mistake a native for an indoor plant, Diggers heirloom tomatoes for edging. I think I should spend more time here, perhaps something'll rub off.