There are plenty of garden centres in Dorset. Whether you’re looking for something decorative for the garden, or perhaps looking to grow your own vegetables. Why not just enjoy the many garden centre cafes with their tempting cakes and home cooked meals on offer.
Garden Centres In Wimborne
Wimborne Garden Centre
229 Wimborne Road West, Wimborne, BH21 2DN
Part of the British Garden Centres family, open 7 days a week offering plants, homeware and a restaurant. There is a wide selection of plants on offer with something to brighten your garden during every season of the year.
The Gardener’s Retreat restaurant offers breakfasts, carveries, afternoon tea, cakes and daily specials to tempt you.
The homeware section stocks brands including Yankee Candle, Wrendale Designs, Walton & Co, and Gibsons board game company to name a few.
Stewarts Garden Centre Broomhill
God’s Blessing Ln, Broom Hill, Wimborne BH21 7DE
A family owned business dating back to 1742 They have three Garden centres, two of which are in Dorset. There is free parking on site, plenty of options for all your garden essentials and a cafe. Why not pop in for afternoon tea.
The garden shop stocks everything you would need from compost to water features. Not forgetting the evergreen plants, shrubs and perennial for the garden.
With a large homeware section, you can expect to find seasonal items, locally sourced Dorset companies including Conker Gin and Dorset Tea to name a couple.
The Christmas department is open from the first Thursday in October every year. Just visiting the Christmas section is a great appeal for many during the Winter months.
Brackendale Nurseries
Horton Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6SD
A family run nursery close to Wimborne and Verwood. Growing, sourcing and supplying top quality plants for the garden. You’ll find a great choice of hedging plants, ornamental shrubs, perennials, conifers, fruit and ornamental trees.
There are no additional facilities at this garden centre.
Hillier Garden Centre
Ringwood Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, BH21 6RD
The garden centre in Three Legged Cross has been run by Hilliers since 2019. They also have their own Mulberry & Thyme Restaurant which is open 7 days a week as well as the centre.
You can expect to find everything you need for the garden, as well as plenty of lovely house plants. There’s also a dedicated homeware section offering stunning greetings cards, candles and gift ideas.
Cranborne Garden Centre
Wimborne St, Cranborne, Wimborne, BH21 5PP
Cranborne garden centre is open every day apart from Tuesdays. Set in the walled, former kitchen garden of Cranborne Manor, they specialise in roses and stock a wide range of shrubs, trees, climbers, herbaceous and bedding plants, pots, stoneware and gardenalia. There are over 350 varieties of roses in stock!
There is an on site cafe serving breakfast, lunch, cream teas and a selection of homemade cakes.
Canford Magna Garden Centre
170 Magna Rd, Wimborne BH21 3AP
Canford Magna Garden Centre offers a wide range of garden furniture and outdoor gardening supplies. These include plants, pots, fertilisers, furniture, stoneware, fencing, barbecues and gazebos.
There is also the Ladybird Cafe on site serving hot and cold food and drink all day. The garden centre is open 7 days a week between 9am – 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 10am – 4pm on Sundays.
Haskins Garden Centre Ferndown
Longham, Ferndown BH22 9DG
Haskins in Ferndown is open 7 days a week with late opening on a Thursday evening. Located next door to Hobbycraft you can spend hours wandering around both stores. There is ample free parking available, but it does get busy during peak times.
The garden centre is large with both indoor and outdoor space. The onsite cafe serves breakfast, hot food, jacket potatoes, pizza, sandwiches, kids meals and more. Not forgetting the drinks menu, afternoon tea options, salads and cakes.
If you’re looking for garden furniture or homeware, there’s plenty on offer to browse around, and if you’re visiting during the seasonal time of Christmas, the Christmas shop is extensive and well worth a look.
Garden Centres In Bournemouth
Stewarts Christchurch Garden Centre
Lyndhurst Rd, Christchurch BH23 4SA
Stewarts is a family owned business established in 1742 They have three Garden centres, two of which are in Dorset.
Whether you’re looking for evergreen plants, perennials, little alpines or striking mature shrubs and trees, there is something to cater to all gardens, styles and requirements.
Indoor plants are also catered for including Anthurium, Orchid, Spathiphyllum and Begonias, as well as foliage of palms, ivies and succulents.
There is a large section dedicated to birdcare at Stewarts, as well as an onsite cafe which is a popular place to eat and drink. The cafe offers lunch, cakes, drinks, breakfast, afternoon tea and more.
In-Excess West Parley Garden Centre
359 Christchurch Rd, West Parley, BH22 8SJ
There are five In-Excess garden centres in the South of England, with one being in Dorset. There is parking on site for your visit 7 days a week.
You will find everything you need for the garden, from trees, shrubs, and even fence panels and garden lights. Indoor plants also aren’t left out, as well as a large homeware section.
There is also a cafe available with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Baskets and Blooms
392 Christchurch Rd, West Parley, BH22 8SW
A family business growing 90% of the plants they sell. The car park is large and close to the entrance, with plenty of large trolleys available for customers. Through the year they supply a range of plants ideal for tubs. window boxes, baskets and borders.
Why not extend your visit with the Blooms Cafe, a recently refurbished cafe run by the garden centre. Serving coffee, tea and cakes.
Beecroft Nurseries
Queen Anne Dr, Bournemouth, BH21 3BA
One of the last independent nurseries and garden centres in Dorset. Selling hedging plants, seasonal shrubs, hanging baskets, logs and real christmas trees.
Garden Centres In Poole
The Old Piggery Garden Centre
The Old Piggery Bere Farm, Wareham Road, Poole BH16 6ER
Many items are hand made and many exclusive one off pieces. If you’re looking to find unique pieces, and unusual plants, a visit to the Old Piggery is a must.
The garden centre is open Tuesday to Saturday between 10am – 4pm.
Garden Centres In Dorchester
The Potting Shed
27 South St, Dorchester DT1 1BY
A family run, traditional garden shop selling a wide range of gardening, wild bird care and wildlife products. They also sell gifts for the gardener and a range of garden ornaments.
Discover seeds to grow both vegetables and flowers and the tools needed for the jobs. Everything you need to get your green fingers working.
Poundbury Garden Centre
Peverell Ave E, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 3RT
Opened in 2006, Poundbury Gardens is next to the iconic Queen Mother statue in the town centre. Discover the large range of succulents, trees, bedding plants and everything you need to grow your own.
You can also take a rest in the Engine Room, set in a converted brick barn that once housed farm machinery and engines. Serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea.
Dobbies Garden Centre
24 Wareham Rd, Dorchester, DT2 8BY
At Dobbies Garden Centre in Dorchester there’s lots to see and do. As well as visiting for plants, home items or garden equipment, there’s also a cafe and seasonal events.
You’ll also find a soft play area. During the year in February Half Term, Easter, May Half Term, October Half Term and Christmas there are activities on offer to keep the kids entertained. Dobbies Garden Centre also often take part in kids eat FREE offers.
Garden Centres In Wareham
Holme For Gardens
West Holme, Wareham, BH20 6AQ
This garden centre in Wareham is open 7 days a week and has lots of free parking. You’ll also find a farm shop and cafe on your visit. Discover the amazing plants and shrubs for sale. You could even extend your stay with a visit to the landscaped gardens.
Garden Centres In Bridport
Groves Nurseries and Garden Centre
West Bay Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4BA
There’s plenty on offer at Groves Nursery. From sourcing your plants, hanging baskets, shrubs, compost, lawn care and seeds. You can also refuel in the Ivy House kitchen, where dogs are also welcome in the conservatory and terrace area.
Garden Centres In Weymouth
Lynch Lane Garden Centre
Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DN
You’ll find a well-stocked plant area, timber area, pots, compost and stone, gift shop and there’s even a delivery service. Also on site is the Gardener’s Retreat restaurant. Open every day serving meals, breakfasts, sandwiches, drinks and Sunday lunches.
