In the rhythm of the gardening year, summer is hailed as the season when all the hard work finally blossoms into vibrant colours and lush greenery. But what if, for whatever reason (cough), you didn’t put the hours in earlier?
Fear not, because nestled within the serene landscape of Pentre Meyrick, just outside Cowbridge, lies a haven of botanical brilliance – Cross Farm Nursery, “the gardener’s garden centre” (and for people who really don’t want to work that hard at it, like me).
You might have started the year brimming with gardening aspirations. Yet, as spring unfolded, those plans wilted away. But worry no more, for the Cross Farm Nursery team has all you need to transform your lacklustre, dreary garden into a spectacle worthy of the Chelsea Flower Show.
Enter the realm of hanging baskets, tubs, and window boxes – the secret ingredients to a vibrant and picturesque abode. And at Cross Farm Nursery, the options abound, whether you prefer the ease of ready-made arrangements or the creative adventure of assembling your own, you find everything you need.
Charlotte England, the proud proprietor of Cross Farm Nursery, beams with admiration as she talks about her mum’s skilled hands, which fashion the majority of the captivating creations on display. Each hanging basket or pot bursts with a riot of colours meticulously curated to charm any passerby. And the best part? These botanical marvels start from as little as £20, a small investment for a grand transformation. You can even claim you created them yourself. Your secret will be safe.
While opting for ready-made creations is tempting, the nursery also encourages the DIY route, providing everything from baskets and liners to compost, flowers, and feed. Charlotte and her knowledgeable team are on hand to offer guidance and advice, ensuring even the most novice gardener can cultivate a masterpiece.
And the joy doesn’t end with hanging baskets. Whether it’s tubs, pots, or window boxes, the principles remain the same – water, feed, and watch your creation flourish. Plus, with the added benefit of reusability, you’ll be nurturing your garden and the environment simultaneously.
At Cross Farm Nursery, gardening isn’t just a hobby; it’s a passion shared by a friendly team dedicated to providing the best advice and products. From decorative bark to statement plants, seedlings to trees, this gardener’s paradise has everything you need to bring your outdoor space to life.
So, whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just dipping your toes into the world of horticulture, Cross Farm Nursery invites you to embrace the beauty of nature and let your garden bloom with vitality and charm.
Cross Farm Nursery sells:
Bark (and decorative bark)
Climbers and vines
Composts (peat free too!)
Feed selection
Garden ornaments
Hanging baskets
Hedging
Local honey (and eggs)
Ornamental/statement plants
Plant and lawn care
Pots, tubs and window boxes
Rock and stone
Seed (flowers and vegetables)
Shrubs and roses
Succulents, Alpine and bedding
Tools
Trees (especially fruit trees)
Young and starter plants
“At Cross Farm Nursery, gardening isn’t just a hobby; it’s a passion shared by a friendly team dedicated to providing the best advice and products.”
TESTIMONIALS
What customers say…
“Friendly staff who know what they are talking about, gave wonderful advice and helped me out, the plants are stunning, also reasonably priced.”
Shan Francis
“Charlotte was very helpful and went over and above to source the perfect flowers for us to give to customers for Christmas. Thanks so much for your help! Highly recommended.”
Primrose Ironing Services
“We bought a beautiful selection of plants yesterday and received an informed service. Thank you.”
Helen Ellis
“The ones I bought from you a few weeks ago are just stunning I’ll be back this week for more, x.”
Sarah Adlam
“Bought quite a few for my garden they’re fab. So colourful and flower for ages.”
Monica Dennis
“This gardener’s paradise has everything you need.”
Cross Farm Nursery
Pentre Meyrick
Cowbridge CF71 7RN
07523 459949
Cross Farm Nursery is open all year ’round.
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To reap, first we must sow!
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