Palmstead Nurseries

Still time to save 🌿 Don’t miss out, our 20% off online offer is still live! No code needed, just add to your basket and your discount will apply automatically. It’s our way of saying thank you for your continued support following the launch of our new website. Great plants at even better prices. #Palmstead #PeoplePlanetPlants #UKPlantNursery #HorticultureUK #LandscapeDesignersUK #CommercialLandscapingUK

Some projects stay with you. The Queen Elizabeth II Garden at The Regent's Park opened last month to mark what would have been Her Majesty's 100th birthday, and we're proud to have played our part in bringing it to life. A two-acre living memorial in the heart of London. Over 60 tree species. 37,000 perennials. 200,000 bulbs. A space designed to grow and evolve for generations to come. Projects at this scale don't happen without planning well ahead, and that's exactly where our contract grow service comes into its own. For public realm projects especially, having the right plants grown to specification and ready when the project needs them can make all the difference. Thank you to Blakedown Landscapes for bringing us in as plant suppliers, and to HTA Design LLP for the vision behind it. The Royal Parks oversee this extraordinary space, and it's in very good hands 🌿 #RegentsPark #RoyalParks #LandscapeDesign #HorticultureUK #UKPlantNursery #ContractGrow

Behind the Bark: Met 🌿 Meet Met, Palmstead’s Production Controller and one of the people helping keep the nursery moving day to day. From overseeing stock availability and supporting the potting team, to coordinating between sales and production, Met plays a key role in making sure everything keeps ticking over across the nursery. No two days are ever the same, and with around 30,000 steps a day, it’s a role that’s far more hands-on and technical than many people realise. Metin also plays a big part in training new employees, from plant husbandry all the way through to machinery. Originally joining Palmstead as a temp during COVID after a career as a chef, horticulture was a completely new world to him. Five and a half years later, he’s worked his way up to Production Controller, something he puts down to dedication, teamwork and a genuine passion for the industry. Outside of work, Met’s an avid reader, tabletop gamer and self-confessed nerd. Favourite plants? Achillea for its fascinating medicinal history, and Forsythia for the burst of spring colour it brings to the nursery 🌼 #Palmstead #UKPlantNursery #NurseryLife

“Can’t see it on the website...does that mean it’s not in stock?” Not necessarily. As a nursery growing a large proportion of our plants in-house, this is the time of year when new stock is coming through. Many plants are currently being grown on and will be added to our stock availability over the coming weeks. So if you can’t see something listed, it doesn’t always mean we don’t have it, it could just be that it needs a little longer. Keep an eye on our stock updates over the next 6–8 weeks, or get in touch with our sales team at [email protected] — we’re always happy to help. #Palmstead #PeoplePlanetPlants #UKPlantNursery #PlantAvailability #LandscapeDesignersUK #HorticultureUK

Natural solutions in action. Here at Palmstead we work with our partners at Biobest UK to keep crops healthy using biological controls. In this clip you’ll see the Phytoseiulus system being sprinkled, a natural predator used to target spider mites. It’s all part of our integrated pest management (IPM) approach, preventing issues before they develop and reducing reliance on chemical controls. For us, it’s about delivering plants that are not only strong and healthy, but grown in ways that support a more sustainable future. @biobestuk #Palmstead #PeoplePlanetPlants #Biobest #PlantHealthy #SustainableGrowing #BiologicalControl #UKPlantNursery

As the industry gears up for the Chelsea Flower Show, here’s a little throwback to our visit last year 🌿 A great opportunity to see some incredible planting, catch up with familiar faces, and take inspiration from some of the best in the industry. Who’s heading there this year? #Palmstead #ChelseaFlowerShow #RHSChelsea #LandscapeDesignersUK #HorticultureUK

Palmstead Picks – May 🌿 A selection of plants coming into their own this month: 🌿 Ceanothus thyrsiflorus var. repens – low-growing with vibrant blue flowers 🌿 Cistus x pulverulentus ‘Sunset’ – hardy, sun-loving with striking colour 🌿 Geranium ‘Rozanne’ – long flowering and reliable ground cover 🌿 Iris ‘Kent Pride’ – bold structure and standout blooms 🌿 Viburnum opulus ‘Roseum’ – classic form with beautiful spring interest Strong performers for May, offering colour, structure and seasonal impact. If you’d like the links to explore these further, just drop us a DM. #Palmstead #UKPlantNursery #LandscapeDesignersUK #SpringPlanting #HorticultureUK

At Palmstead, we often say we’re more than just a nursery, we’re a family. From our propagation team to dispatch, from the drivers on the road to the office team behind the scenes, every person plays a part in what makes Palmstead. It’s a team built on trust, care and shared values, where everyone supports one another to deliver the quality and service our customers rely on. We’re proud of our people, their dedication, and the passion they bring to growing plants and relationships every single day. #Palmstead #PeoplePlanetPlants #UKPlantNursery #HorticultureUK

When should you start thinking about a contract grow? The earlier, the better. Ideally, it’s a conversation to have while your project is still in the design or planning stage. Many plants take time to reach the right size and quality, especially when you’re working with specific varieties or larger quantities. Contract growing is particularly valuable for large schemes, public realm projects, and new developments, where consistency across the planting is key. At Palmstead, we work with you to align the growing schedule with your project timeline, so when the project is ready for planting, the plants are too. If you’ve got a project coming up, it’s worth starting the conversation early. Email [email protected] to find out more. #Palmstead #ContractGrow #UKPlantNursery #LandscapeDesignersUK #CommercialLandscapingUK #PublicRealm #HorticultureUK

We are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Nigel Dunnett. Nigel was a great friend of Palmstead and over the years we had the immense pleasure of hearing him speak at our workshops and working with him on some incredible projects, most notably the Olympic Park and the Barbican. His impact on our industry will never be forgotten and our thoughts are with his family and all those who loved him at this most difficult time.

Celebrating the next generation of horticulture 🌿 For National Gardening Week, we’re shining a light on some of our younger team members and their journeys into the industry. From discovering a passion for plants to building hands-on experience at the nursery, it’s great to see the enthusiasm and knowledge coming through. Each has shared what drew them into horticulture, what they enjoy most and the one plant they think everyone should grow. It’s a reminder that horticulture offers so many opportunities, and there’s never been a better time to get involved. #Palmstead #NationalGardeningWeek #YoungPeopleInHorticulture #UKPlantNursery #HorticultureUK

Getting ready for the warmer months 🌿 Our glasshouse is being whitewashed to help manage light levels and temperature as we head into summer. This process reduces heat build-up and protects plants from excessive sunlight, creating a more stable growing environment. It’s one of the many ways we prepare the nursery ahead of the season to ensure plants continue to grow in the best possible conditions. Thank you to Graham & Rob from @skylark_pds_ltd for doing such a fantastic and efficient job 🚁 #Palmstead #UKPlantNursery #HorticultureUK