The Great Swap: From Festive to Foliage

We’ve all been there: the ornaments are tucked away, the lights are untangled (until next year!), and suddenly, the corner where the Christmas tree stood looks… well, a little bare. After a month of glowing lights and festive cheer, the living room can feel a bit quiet and empty once the Christmas décor hits the…

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The Ultimate Christmas Tree Care Guide

Whether you love a natural classic or a perfectly shaped artificial one, the Christmas tree is the heart and soul of Christmas for many people! We know that for a real tree to last (November decorators we see you!) your tree will need a little TLC, so we’ve spoken to our Plant Buyer Richard for…

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Bulb Planting Made Easy

September to November are the perfect months to begin planting your spring flowering bulbs. Planting in autumn gives time for your bulbs to establish so that they can flower at the right time the following spring. It may not seem like much is going on above ground, but under the surface they will be establishing a…

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Get the Look: Urban Jungle Edition

Bold foliage, exotic flowers and lush planting. There’s never been a better time to go tropical in your garden. You can create a stunning tropical-style garden in our climate by choosing cold-hardy exotic plants from across the world. Achieve that lush, immersive aesthetic with densely planted, layered foliage, focusing on big leaves, bold architectural forms,…

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Kathryn’s Guide to Wildlife Gardening

To celebrate Garden Wildlife Week (26th May – 1st June), Haskins West End Plant Team Leader Kathryn is sharing her top tips to support wildlife in your garden! Even the smallest outdoor spaces can create critical habitats for wildlife, so it’s important to protect them and help them thrive. You don’t have to do a…

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How to create a dog-friendly garden

Black Labrador 'Wish' sat on a bench amongst Haskins Snowhill dog-friendly garden display. Lots of pink, purple and green plants such as lupins, hostas and much more.

With a focus on plants loved by dogs this year at RHS Chelsea, thanks to Monty Don & BBC Radio 2’s dog-friendly garden, let’s join the trend & create an outdoor space for all the family to enjoy. Here are our top tips for creating a dog-friendly garden!  Pick ‘play-proof’ plants! As all dog owners…

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Rachel’s 10 water-saving tips for your garden

Rachel, Plant Team Leader at Haskins Garden Centre Roundstone, shares ten practical water-saving tips for your garden. Water Saving Week (12th to 16th May 2025) is an initiative led by Waterwise, a not-for-profit organisation encouraging people to use water efficiently. The awareness week serves as a timely reminder that by making small changes at home,…

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Modern Slavery Statement

Modern Slavery Statement Haskins Group Limited Financial Year: 2025/26 Introduction Haskins Garden Centres and Birdworld are committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in its operations and supply chains. We recognise our responsibility to ensure ethical practices across all areas of our business, especially as we import products from the Far East, Europe, and…

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Haskins Launch First Editions Range

First Editions shrubs displayed at Haskins Garden Centre in Ferndown on a sunny day. Purple containers with various foliage plants are prominent.

We’re so excited, here at Haskins, to be the first garden centre in the UK to offer a complete First Editions range – an exclusive collection of shrubs meticulously bred for maximum impact, with unrivalled beauty, that deliver confidence, exceptional garden performance & truly “envy-worthy” results.   Here are the highlights from our feature in…

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Revitalise your lawn this spring

Revitalise your lawn this spring

Spring is here, and it’s the ideal time to revitalize your lawn. These days, our lawns are so much more than just grass – they’re where we play, relax, and entertain. To keep them looking great, let’s give them some much-needed post-winter attention. Here’s our simple lawn maintenance plan: Fix bare spots and damaged areas…

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Delivery

Delivery service “At Haskins we appreciate many of the items purchased for your garden are large and heavy. As such we are happy to offer a carry to car service while at our centres to help make your visit easier.” Alternatively if you can’t fit your new items in the car, we can arrange a…

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Discover Camellias

Discover Camellias

Camellias are one of the most popular spring-flowering shrubs, providing a vivid splash of colour when little else is in bloom. Hailing from the misty woodlands of the Himalayas, Japan, and Indonesia, Camellias bring a touch of exotic elegance to UK gardens. With a rich diversity of species and hybrids, these plants paint the landscape…

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