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Spring Showstopper Plants: What Designers Are Loving Right Now

As the season transitions into spring, garden designers and horticultural enthusiasts are looking for plants that add an undeniable touch of elegance and vibrancy to outdoor spaces.

Guarding Against Greenfly: Pest Control for Pros

Greenfly, those ubiquitous sap-sucking pests, are a perennial challenge for anyone working with plants on a professional level. Whether you're managing a nursery, maintaining large gardens, or cultivating crops, a greenfly infestation can quickly undermine the health and vigour of your stock, leading to stunted growth, damaged foliage, and unhappy clients.

Thirsty Work: Drought-Resilient Planting Strategies

The British weather is famously unpredictable, but one trend that seems to be emerging is the increasing frequency and intensity of drier spells during the summer months. While we're certainly no strangers to a good downpour, prolonged periods without significant rain are becoming a growing concern for gardeners and landscapers across the UK.

The Glasshouse Collective Launch: A New Hub for Collaboration in Landscape and Garden Design

Following a sun soaked launch party filled with great conversation and flowing bubbles, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the exciting future of The Glasshouse Collective, a new space with huge potential to support and shape our industry.

Effortless Elegance: Low-Maintenance Planting for Busy Gardeners

In today's fast-paced world, finding time to nurture a beautiful garden can feel like a luxury. However, with thoughtful plant selection and a little planning, you can achieve a stunning outdoor space with minimal effort.

Behind the Scenes at Chelsea: The Secret to Sourcing Show-Stopping Trees

As preparations for RHS Chelsea Flower Show ramp up, one of the most crucial behind-the-scenes operations has already taken place: sourcing quality trees and growing perennials for show gardens.

Creepers Nursery Kicks Off 2025 with a Successful Open Morning for Garden Designers and Landscapers

Creepers Nursery is off to a fantastic start in 2025, hosting its first open morning of the year.

Hardy Plants: A Guide for Gardeners

Create a stunning and low-maintenance garden with hardy plants from Creepers Nursery. Discover the benefits of hardy plants, including their resilience and versatility. Visit us today to find the perfect hardy plants for your garden!

Expert Rose Pruning Guide

Learn the best time to prune, the tools you'll need, and specific techniques for different rose varieties.

Cut back deciduous grasses if you had left them uncut for Winter

Deciduous grasses add texture and movement to the garden, especially during the winter months when their golden hues and graceful forms stand out.

March Garden Jobs: Essential Tasks for a Thriving Garden

Spring is here, and it's time to get your garden ready! Our latest post details essential March gardening tasks, from seed sowing to pest control, ensuring a flourishing outdoor space.

Prune hardy evergreen hedges and renovate overgrown deciduous hedges

Maintaining the health and appearance of your garden hedges is essential for creating a beautiful and well-kept outdoor space.

Prune Winter Flowering Shrubs Once They Have Finished Flowering

Winter flowering shrubs bring a splash of colour to the garden during the colder months, but once their blooms have faded, it’s time to think about pruning.

Creepers Nursery Sponsors Student Design Award at the Society of Garden and Landscape Designers Awards

We’re proud to have sponsored the Student Design Public Realm category at the prestigious Society of Garden and Landscape Designers Awards.

Big Garden Birdwatch: A Celebration of Nature in Your Backyard

The Big Garden Birdwatch is an annual event that brings together bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and families to observe and record the bird species visiting their gardens.

The Benefits of Feeding Birds: Enhancing Your Garden’s Health

At Creepers Nursery, we understand the importance of creating a thriving garden ecosystem. One simple yet effective way to support your garden is by putting out food and water for birds.

Discover the Convenience of the Cash and Carry Service at Creepers - New Forest

Creepers plant centre at Lavershot closing indefinitely from 13th January

After a fantastic 9 months at Lavershot Barns, we have made the decision to refocus our energy on the core of our business, providing exceptional plants and service through our traditional wholesale operations.

Spotlight on a Creepers Team Member: Meet Jemma

Meet Jemma, one of our enthusiastic team members who’s making a real impact on the nursery. Here’s a glimpse into their journey, favourite plants, and what makes Creepers such a special place to work.

Winter Wisteria Pruning: A Guide for December and January

Wisteria, with its stunning cascades of flowers, is a favourite among gardeners. To ensure your wisteria remains healthy and blooms beautifully, winter pruning is crucial.

BALI awards 2024!

We had an amazing time at the 2024 BALI Awards, where we were proud to host a table filled with talented garden designers and landscapers.

SGD Announces Finalists for the 2025 SGD Awards Student Design - Public Realm Category sponsored by Creepers Nursery

Creepers Nursery, proud sponsor of the Student Design - Public Realm category at the Society of Garden Designers (SGD) Awards 2025, is thrilled to share details of the talented finalists competing for this prestigious honour.

Christmas Has Arrived at Creepers Nursery Wandsworth!

We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 Christmas trees are now ready for sale at Creepers London Nursery in Wandsworth!

Planting Winter Flowering Bedding: Brighten Your Garden All Season Long

As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, your garden doesn’t have to lose its charm. Winter flowering bedding plants can bring vibrant colour and life to your outdoor space during the colder months.

Planting Tulips: A Guide to a Vibrant Spring Garden

Tulips are a quintessential symbol of spring, bringing vibrant colours and elegant shapes to gardens.

Creepers Nursery is proud to sponsor the 'Student Design - Public Realm' category at the 2025 Society of Garden Designers Awards

We’re thrilled to support this category, which celebrates emerging talent in garden design and innovative approaches to public spaces.

Tagging Trips: Ensuring Quality and Variety at Creepers Nursery

As the crisp autumn air settles in, the team at Creepers Nursery is bustling with activity. Tagging season is well underway...

Dividing Herbaceous Perennials: A Guide for October Gardeners

It’s not too late to divide your herbaceous perennials this October.

Autumn Colour: Embracing the Beauty of the Season

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows

Indoor Plants for Wellness: Enhancing Your Home and Health

Indoor plants have surged in popularity, not just for their aesthetic appeal but also for their numerous health benefits.

Creepers Nursery Supports The King’s Foundation’s Future Textiles Show

We were delighted to contribute to the recent Future Textiles Show, an inspiring event hosted by The King’s Foundation to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Future Textiles Programme.

Ornamental Grasses: Transforming Your Garden with Elegance and Ease

Ornamental grasses have become a staple in modern garden design, offering a unique blend of texture, movement, and year-round interest.

The Power of Plants: Promoting Mental Wellbeing on World Mental Health Day

As we observe World Mental Health Day, it’s essential to address one of the growing concerns in today’s society: burnout. In fast-paced workplaces, chronic stress has become a common issue, often leading to burnout...

Creepers Nursery Attends the Soft Launch of The Glasshouse Collective

Creepers Nursery recently participated in the soft launch of The Glasshouse Collective, an initiative led by Landform Consultants. This new platform aims to unite landscape designers and professionals, providing an opportunity to explore the latest trends and techniques in the field.

Plant Spring Flowering Bulbs: A Comprehensive Guide

Spring is a season of renewal, and nothing heralds its arrival quite like the vibrant display of spring-flowering bulbs. These botanical marvels are a must-have for any garden enthusiast looking to add a splash of colour after the dreary winter months.

Creepers Nursery Becomes Affiliated Business Partner of the Society of Garden Designers

Creepers Nursery has recently been announced as an Affiliated Business Partner of the Society of Garden Designers (SGD), marking a significant milestone in the nursery's journey.

Insights from a Survey of 50 Garden Designers

Creepers Nursery took advantage of the SGD Spring Conference to gather insights from the garden designers present about current trends.

Celebrating Biodiversity: National Allotments Week

National Allotments Week, organized by The National Allotment Society, has been encouraging allotment holders across the UK to open their gates and showcase the social, health, and environmental benefits of allotments for over two decades1. This year, from Monday 12th to Sunday 18th August, the theme is biodiversity. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of allotments and explore how they contribute to biodiversity.

Creepers Gardens at Hampton Court Flower Show

Wisteria Pruning: A Complete Guide

Wisteria, with its cascading blooms and enchanting fragrance, is a favourite among gardeners. Proper pruning ensures healthy growth, abundant flowers, and an attractive display. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these tips will help you keep your wisteria thriving.

A Flourishing New Chapter at Lavershot Barns

Nearly three months have passed since Creepers Nursery assumed control of the plant centre at Lavershot Barns, located in Windlesham. The transition marks a significant milestone for the company, which has been a staple in the trade nursery sector for over 35 years.

Creepers Nursery blossoms at the Royal Windsor Flower Show

Creepers Nursery was thrilled to participate in this year's Royal Windsor Flower Show, held on the picturesque grounds of Windsor Great Park on Saturday, June 8th 2024.

Topiary Pruning: Shaping Nature’s Art

Topiary, the ancient horticultural art of shaping plants into intricate forms, has fascinated garden enthusiasts for centuries. Whether it’s a neatly trimmed boxwood hedge or an elaborate yew spiral, topiary adds elegance and structure to gardens, parks, and landscapes.

Pruning Spring-Flowering Shrubs: A Guide

Spring is a magical time in the garden, with blossoms bursting forth in a riot of colour. Among these delightful blooms are spring-flowering shrubs, which add vibrancy and fragrance to our outdoor spaces. However, to keep these shrubs healthy and looking their best, proper pruning is essential.

National Growing for Wellbeing Week: Cultivating Joy and Connection

Gardening - a simple yet profound act that connects us to the earth, nourishes our souls, and fosters a sense of community. National Growing for Wellbeing Week celebrates this timeless practice, emphasizing the benefits it brings to our physical and emotional health.

Mental Health Month - May 2024

May 2024 is Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting practices that enhance mental well-being. In today's fast paced lifestyle, it’s more important than ever to slow down and check in with those around you.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024, one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the world, is set to captivate visitors with its stunning displays from May 21st to May 25th.

The Boodles Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024

Creepers are pleased to work with Principal Landscape Designer at Landform Consultants, Catherine MacDonald, supplying plants to complete her design ‘The Boodles National Gallery Garden’ at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. The garden is a celebration of the gallery’s Bicentenary.

Kitchen gardens: The Heart of Sustainable Living

In the bustling urban landscapes, kitchen gardens emerge as a beacon of sustainability, offering a harmonious blend of practicality and beauty.

Creepers Nursery announce sponsorship of SGD 2025 awards

The SGD awards are returning to London’s Landmark Hotel on February 7th 2025 and are now open for entries. Creepers Nursery is thrilled to announce its first-time sponsorship of these prestigious awards.

Creepers attend the 2024 APL Awards

The APL awards returned to The Brewery in London last month to recognise and reward the high standard of landscape contracting carried out by APL members. The team at Creepers were proud to attend the sold-out ceremony and celebrate amongst peers.