by Jemma | Apr 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
A bank holiday showcase of creativity, 2nd – 4th May 2026 Venue 34: The Big Plant Nursery We will once again be showcasing unique outdoor sculptures in a variety of sizes and materials, carefully arranged against a backdrop of exceptional quality plants and...
by Jemma | Apr 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
Gardening for many is more than just a hobby. It’s a passion, an escape and a creative outlet. But as garden centres have evolve into “lifestyle destinations” filled with homeware and cafes, the focus on the plants themselves can sometimes get lost. At The Big Plant...
by Jemma | Apr 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
Henley Festival is renowned for its unique blend of arts and entertainment where its magic goes beyond the music. A temporary space is transformed into a world of glamour, intimacy and high energy creating an unforgettable atmosphere. As the lush greenery from our...
by Jemma | Mar 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
We are delighted to announce that our sister company Creative Landscape Co. Ltd won four APL Awards across three categories at the HTA APL Awards 2026 last Friday, 13th March 2026. We are delighted to have supplied the equisite plants for these award winning...
by Jemma | Feb 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
It might seem counterintuitive to spend money upfront on a designer when you’re trying to save… However, DIY landscaping often turns into a “pay twice” scenario. Using a professional garden designer acts as a buffer against the expensive cycle of trial and...
by Jemma | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized
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. Maybe you think of all things wintery when it comes to the...
by Jemma | Feb 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
The Brief With only one client stipulation, no lawn, our partners at Creative Landscape Co. Ltd set out to design and build a true plant-lover’s paradise in West Berkshire. This is a garden made for slow mornings; a place to wander with a coffee while taking in the...
by Jemma | Feb 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Daphne is popular for it’s intensely fragrant blooms, usually produced in winter to early spring. Perfect for bringing joy to the garden at a dull, grey time of year. Most Daphnes are happy in partial shade, in neutral or slightly alkaline soil. They like moist,...
by Jemma | Feb 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
A plant is very similar to a relationship; in order to flourish it requires nurturing, attention and commitment. Here are some romantically named plants that you and your garden will fall in love with: Agapanthus ‘Flower of Love’ – From the word...
by Jemma | Jan 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
With the announcement late last year that Sir David Beckham will help design the King’s Foundation garden for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 (19 May – 23 May 2026) we thought we’d bring you an insight into his newfound passion for gardening since buying a...
by Jemma | Jan 24, 2026 | Uncategorized
Elaine is one of our Planting Consultants. She regularly meets new clients to help them get the most from their gardens through her designs and planting schemes. It might seem counterintuitive to spend money upfront on a designer when you’re trying to save....
by Jemma | Jan 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Corina has an Honours degree in Garden Design and has been transforming gardens since 2011. Passionate about all things plant based, she left her native Romania in 2006 with a degree in agriculture to pursue a career in horticulture. Known amongst clients for her...
by Jemma | Jan 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Creative Landscape Co. Ltd have been nominated for an APL Award in four categories with the ceremony taking place on Friday 13th (lucky for some!) March 2026. We are really excited for them and proud to have supplied all the plants for these incredible projects....
by Jemma | Nov 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Choosing a real Christmas tree offers many benefits, both for your home environment and the wider ecosystem. Dating back to Pagan traditions and then later made popular by the Victorians, a real Christmas tree is a must. What are the benefits of a real tree? Making...
by Jemma | Nov 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
A Vision of Natural Sanctuary Our journey with this client began with a simple but powerful brief: to breathe life and tranquillity into a neglected paddock area to the rear of the property. The cornerstone of the design is a newly installed, natural-style pool, and...
by Jemma | Oct 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Plants and trees have long been associated with legends and folklore. Whether it’s to craft into a wand, a talisman for protection to concoct a powerful potion or bubbling witches brew. There are many poisonous plants associated with Witches such as the more obvious...
by Jemma | Aug 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we approach spring, the sunny days are a calling to you to get out into the garden. They bring the promise of spring and a glimpse of warmer days to come. Using this time of year to get plants in the ground is invaluable. It is the perfect time to be planting,...
by Jemma | Jun 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
Where to see prairie style planting The Barbican garden by Nigel Dunnett Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park by Nigel Dunnett and James Hitchmough The Savill Garden Piet Oudolf’s garden at Hauser & Wirth, Somerset Sussex Prairie Garden The Merton Borders at Oxford...
by Jemma | Jun 18, 2024 | Uncategorized
Steve is our planting team, leader. His role includes liaising directly with clients, site visits with the designers, making sure his teams have everything they need and are happy within their roles. Stefan and Ciaran are members of our planting team. If you have used...
by Jemma | Apr 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Our plant of the month this May is an acid loving, woodland dweller. Few shrubs are as widely anticipated each season as the Rhododendron. Why choose a Rhododendron?From the Ancient Greek “Rose Tree”, there are over 1,024 species of Rhododendron. Their most...
by Jemma | Apr 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Twelve talented artists will be showcasing unique outdoor sculpture in a variety of sizes and materials. You will find inspiring metal and stone sculptures along with water features all designed to add impact, movement and style to your garden. Saturday 4th –...
by Jemma | Mar 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
We are thrilled to have won two APL Awards today for our design and build “A Private Residence in Berkhire” Design and build, project over £250,000 – best in category Maintenance – gold award A huge thank you to all the teams who worked on this ambitious...
by Jemma | Mar 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
The official Pantone colour of 2024 is ‘Peach Fuzz’. It’s a delicately warm orangey-pink hue that’s calming and reassuring. Geum ‘’Totally Tangerine’ in flower. It’s a colour reminiscent of sunrise or a nice summer’s day, says Lauren Labrecque, a marketing researcher...
by Jemma | Mar 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Lynda joined The Big Plant Nursery team in October 2020 as a Plant Sales Advisor. She studied Garden Design and Horticulture at the Berkshire College of Agriculture and has combined a garden design and garden maintenance alongside a twenty year career in teaching. “An...
