Nursery News

Winning Gold in Scotland !!

We have just returned from Ayr Flower Show after winning another Gold medal and a trophy. The event took place in the grounds of Rozelle Park in Ayr and was on for 3 days (6th to 8th August) The weather was lovely and sunny, with the occasional rain shower but quiet warm and the show itself had a good turnout. Our display hasn't been seen in Ayr for over 11 years yet the show holds fond memories for both of us, we thought it fitting to make the long 8.5 hour van journey up to help them celebrate the shows 50th Anniversary, Allwoods 100th Annviersary and David & I's 10th year together!! Winning a Gold medal and trophy helps make it special and adds yet more fantastic memories to this super show.

Royal Winnings

Sandringham Flower Show graciously invited us back to exhibit in the Royal Marquee on the 28th July and following all the preperation on the nursery we were pleased to receive a Gold medal for our display. This is held in the grounds of the Royal Estate at Sandringham very close to the church the Queen goes to on Christmas Day. The show enjoys the royal patronage of HRH Prince Charles who attended with his wife Camilla. We were very pleased that they stopped to look at our stand and particularly admired our exhibit of 'Purple Jenny' this delightful garden pink caught the Prince's eye with its bold colour and scent. Edward (5) was on his best behavour this year and presented them with a copy of our 'Potted History' book. We noted Prince Charles was wearing a pink in his button hole, which we believe was Haytor (but didn't like to ask!)

On the nursery....

On the nursery we are busy propagating after the intense spring we had, and although we sold out of many varieties in June we are happy to report that the majority are now back in stock and available again, though I can confirm most/all Border Carnations & Perpetual Flowering should be available again in September.

Our shop continues to be open throughout the summer though this warm weather is quite hard on the watering side of things but the plants themselves are showing little stress from the heat. Plans are afoot for the autumn selection of plants to tempt you people who are local enough to visit us.

Emma is now in training for the Windsor Half Marathon (26th September 2010) she is running to help raise funds for Alzheimers, this is the charity chosen by the Bristish National Carnation Society who have close links with Allwoods. If you wish to learn more about the charity then copy this link into your web browser www.alzheimers.co.uk, or if you wish to sponsor Emma for her big run then please click on this link here or the sponsor me now button on the left. If you are able to donate we greatly appreciate your support and thank you for helping this worthy cause.

Celebrating 100 years !

This year sees us celebrate our 100th Anniversary and in celebration of our 100th year 'Allwoods, a potted history' book is now available, beautifully illustrated it details the nursery throughout the years, showing an amazing insight into this fantastic long lasting firm, priced at just £3 you can purchase your copy here.

Of special interest this spring is our new basket & container range, also our hardy border selection has increased with some firm favourites which we are sure will be very popular.

Latest Catalogue

If you would like us to send you a copy of our latest catalogue simply click on the 'Printed Catalogue' section (left hand side of your screen) enter your details and we will happily pop one in the post to you.

This year we have released 4 new varieties that have been bred here on the nursery. Allwoods Celebration, Monty Allwood, Allwoods Delight and Summerfield Daniel. You can find them in our New Plants range, along with many other newly listed varieties.

What's more every order that is placed you can receive these following top offers.....