Hey everyone! I was just reading about the pros and cons of buying plants online. I've mainly purchased bulbs online, thanks to some sweet deals I found here (1000 bulbs for £30!).
The main reason I've never really bought plants online is that I have tons of garden centres right by me—16 within a 10-minute drive (17 if I include B&Q). There are even more that are wholesale or strictly online. So, I'm curious, how many garden centres do you guys have around your area?
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I actually have about 21 within 10 miles, excluding B&Q and some B&M stores. Honestly, I only visit about three of them regularly. The rest tend to be overly pricey for what they offer!
Lucky you! I have loads nearby—about 18 within a 15-minute drive, plus two that I can walk to! There are also a couple of DIY stores nearby with garden sections, and even a tree nursery. Oh, and RHS Harlow Carr is in my area, which is awesome for plant lovers!
I’ve got just two garden centres around, but they’re about a 30-minute drive away. One's a proper garden centre while the other is a B&M that has a decent garden section. I usually end up buying most of my plants online because it's just more convenient for me.
I used to have loads within 20 minutes of me, but now I’ve moved to a rural spot and I’m down to zero. The closest ones are farther out and have more home goods than plants. Buying online has been my lifeline, even if it gets pricey!
Wow, that's a dream! Having that variety must be great for finding unique plants!