Sticking with our Nordic theme for this month, did you know that in Finland, the choice of trees is a blend of national pride, ancient mythology, and sheer survival! Here are some firm favourites in any Finnish garden that we stock here at The Big Plant Nursery: - Flowering Cherries (Prunus) – The true herald of spring. - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) – Finland’s national tree. - Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) – The backbone of the Nordic landscape. - Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia) – Historically considered a holy tree in Finnish mythology, it was believed to ward off evil. - Yew (Taxus baccata) – Use this for “structured” elements, a deep green backdrop for other planting and winter interest. https://www.thebigplantnursery.com/shop/deciduous/ #nordicdesign #finnishgarden #nordicgardens #planting #plants #plantideas #gardendesign #trees #deciduoustrees #rowantree #yewtree #treesofinstagram

What a beautiful sight! Has spring finally sprung? Our Magnolias certainly think so. Pop down to the nursery to shop our incredible range of Magnolia. Our team of experts are on hand to help you select the best one for your garden. #magnolia #plants #plantexperts

Happy International Women’s Day. Here are just some of the women on the team at @thebigplantnursery_twyford and @creative_landscape_company - thank you for your creativity, integrity and warmth. #internationalwomensday2026

If a British garden is a structured tea party and a French garden is a formal ballroom, a Finnish garden is a quiet walk in the woods. In Finland, the garden doesn’t shut nature out, it invites it in. In a Nordic garden the goal isn't just to survive the winter; it’s to celebrate the dramatic shift in light and life throughout the year. This month we bring you a handy guide to creating a Finnish style garden, one that embraces nature rather than trying to tame it (link in bio). https://www.thebigplantnursery.com/blog/a-nordic-spring-awakening/ #nordicgardendesign #nordicdesign #plants #plantguide