Create an Enchanting Stumpery

We have a magnificent range of hardy ferns that can be used to create a stumpery. Stumperys are as the name implies; garden features comprised of stumps arranged upside-down or on their sides to show the root structure and logs, driftwood or large pieces of bark and moss and ferns growing in and around them. Add hosta's and hellebore's too, as illustrated by Prince Charles, who has created a truly dreamy stumpery ay Highgrove.

Dsicover Sparkling Wine from Carcassonne

Sample a truly outstanding style of sparkling wine (available in the UK exclusively through Lime Cross Nursery- for now) at our try before you buy wine tasting. 
Ever want something different from Champagne, Prosecco or Cava.. well... here is the answer. 

Our dear conifer producing friends at Pépinière des Laurains who are located close to the Champagne region of France, are also producers of outstanding sparkling and still wine. Ironically not from Champagne, but from Limoux in the south which is close to the medieval city of Carcassonne. 

They make two sparkling wines and one still. The first sparkling in a Blanquette de Limoux, which is made in a very similar way to Champagne; in style it is more fruit driven as well as being refined and complex in the same way as Champagne. Their  Blanquette méthode ancestrale, as the name suggests is produced using an ancient method invented in 1531, the result is a low ABV wine of 8% and higher sugar, this wine is heavenly, an explosion of apple pie, caramel and biscuit with a zippy acidity to balance it out, great for starting the night with or finishing it with a dessert. The third wine is their still Chardonnay, which is full-bodied, elegant and super smooth, a real food wine that will work with chicken and fish dishes.
Price TBC- approx £15.00/ btl.

Fresh for Feburary

Our stock is either home-grown or sourced from the finest, UK based, family-run nurseries. 

 

Our team are extremely knowledgeable and experienced and will only let you buy products that are right for you.  

 

50 Shaded of Purple with our Stunning Heather Range

Our range of English Grown Heathers are perfect for injecting colour and texture. Come along to Vicky's free 'Stylish Spring Planting Demo' on Sunday' to discover what you can do with Heathers. Supplied to us by Kingfisher Nurseries a family-run wholesaler. 

Jurassic Park Hardy Ferns

 Create your own Stumpery.

Discover what you can do with hardy ferns, come in and ask our experienced team. Supplied to us by Bridge Nurseries, family-run wholesaler. 

Our Table Full of Roses 

 Grown by our friends at Chessum Roses who have been growing since 1964

Mountain Vibes with Alpines 

Grown by Gedney Bulbs 

Based in Lincolnshire.

Rhododendrons for Magnificent Colour  

Brought to us by Osbertons  family-run specialist growers. Plus Camellias and Azalea. 

Grow your own with our Herbs

From Flowers Green Nurseries in Herstmonceux- family-run, wholesale nursery. Sign-up to our Garden Card in-store to receive invites to our free demos, including 'How To' with herbs, fruit and veg. Sign-up in store. 

Sea of Colour- with Bedding Plants & Perennials 

From Flowers Green Nurseries in Herstmonceux- family wholesale nursery. 

Quality Stylish Containers 

Made by Yorkshire Flower Pots 

100% Frost Proof. RHS Pots en route too.

 

Herstmonceux Farmers Market- coming to Lime Cross Nursery 14th March

We are delighted to announce that the Herstmonceux Business Association Farmers Market has moved to Lime Cross Nursery from the 14th March, 9:00 am- 4:00 pm. 

There will be a fabulous range of stall holders from in and around East Sussex; including local meat, vegetables, pies and pastries, jams, honey, chutneys, confectionery,  fish and heaps more. If you are interested in having a stall at the market contact Malcolm from the Business Association.

The Bread Factory is coming....

We are excited to announce that from Saturday 19th Feb we will be stocking a range of products from The Bread Factory

The Bread Factory are a proper, family-run artisan bakery that use the finest ingredients and minimal chemicals or additives. They produce everything from traditional bloomer loaves to Campaillou; Rosemary Focaccia, Caramelised garlic oval flat, American Pumpernickel and their croissants and pastries are irresistible. Everything is freshly baked on-site the night before, by their expert team. Pop-in on Saturday to purchase something super fresh and delicious. We will also have a sampling range at the Herstmonceux Business Association Farmers Market which starts here on the 14th March. Ask for a price list and we can pre-order for you for Sat morning collection (starting next week).

Win two tickets to RHS Wisley

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is a UK charity established to share the best in gardening. Our work is driven by our simple love of plants and the belief that gardeners make the world a better place.

The RHS was given Wisley in 1903, although at that time only a small part of the 60 acre estate was actually cultivated as a garden, the remainder being wooded farmland. The original garden was the creation of George Fergusson Wilson - businessman, scientist, inventor and keen gardener and a former Treasurer of the Society.

While Wisley was taking shape as an ornamental garden, its educational and scientific roles were never forgotten. A small laboratory was opened and the School of Horticulture founded to instruct young people in the principles of horticulture and prepare them for careers as professional gardeners.

Matthew Pottage (MHort RHS) is a Curator at Wisely and currently manages the teams that care for the outdoor, ornamental areas of the flagship garden.  Matthew has a particular interest in ornamental plants, with a specialist interest in Conifers and he enjoys sitting on the committee for the British Conifer Society, where he assists the RHS in its review of the Award of Garden merit (AGM) for the conifer group. Matthew has created some incredible plantings at Wisley using conifers and other plant groups. Matthew is a big fan of Lime Cross and has purchased many conifers from here to plant at Wisley. One that we are particularly proud of is the Pinus montezumae Sheffield Park. 

Win Tickets to RHS Garden Wisley!

Two full price adult entry tickets for Wisley are up for grabs this month for My Garden membership holders.  Simply answer the following question to be in with a chance to win! 

Which country is Pinus montezumae 'Sheffield Park native to?

Email your answer to helen.tate@limecross.co.uk, clearly quoting your name, telephone number and your My Garden card number.  Correct entries will be put into the hat to be drawn on March 31st at Lime Cross Nursery, Herstmonceux. 

The winner will be notified by email and/or telephone.  Closing date for entries: Saturday 28^th February.  Only one entry per person please.

Not a My Garden card holder?  Just ask for a registration form on your next visit to Lime Cross to enjoy the rewards of our membership scheme.

Featured Conifer- Araucaria araucana AKA Monkey Puzzle

Araucaria araucana AKA monkey puzzle tree/ monkey tail tree/ Chilean pine/ pehuén) is an evergreen tree growing up to a whopping 40 m (130 ft) tall with a 2-m (7-ft) trunk diameter.  Monkey Puzzles are known as the hardiest of all conifers and due to their incredible age are also described as a living fossil.  The tree is native to Chile and Argentina and is officially classified as an endangered species.  It was discovered in about 1780 by a Spanish explorer and brought to England by Archibald Menzies in 1795. Menzies was a plant collector and naval surgeon on Captain George Vancouver's circumnavigation of the globe, travelling in Captain James Cook's old ship, HMS Discovery. He feasted on the seeds of this conifer as dessert while dining with the governor of Chile and later sowed them in a frame on the quarter deck, returning home to England with five healthy plants. One of these monkey puzzles could be seen at Kew until it died in 1892.

The common name alludes to the fact that the task of climbing the tree, with its sharp branches tightly clothed with spiny leaves, would puzzle even a monkey.

 Here at Lime Cross Nursery we have been growing Monkey Puzzles from seeds since the 1970s. We have a truly outstanding collection of specimens all aged around 20 years old, priced at £350.00 each. We can ship to any part of the UK- purchase through Ebay or give us a call. N.B- shipping tariff is for a pallet.

 Monkey Puzzle Walk at Woodstock in Ireland

We visited Woodstock last August with The British Conifer Society, where we found an utterly awe-inspiring avenue of Monkey Puzzles.  

Lime Cross Nursery at -GROW London 2015

We are excited to announce that we are exhibiting at GROW 2015 this year, 19th-21st June. GROW London is the new contemporary gardener’s go-to, set in the glorious surroundings of Hampstead Heath.
Inspired by stylish European gardening shows, GROW London is a new concept in British gardening events: an urban, boutique show, with around 100 carefully selected exhibitors selling an unrivalled mix of plants, furniture and paraphernalia in a stunningly styled marquee.
GROW London is the brainchild of entrepreneur Will Ramsay, founder of the hugely successful Affordable Art Fair, which is now a global brand with fairs in 14 major cities around the world.
We will be show casing our finest range of conifers at that is all. We have selected the best best of our range, the production of which has been fine-tuned over years and years of cultivating. We hope that this will inspire people to consider conifers in whole new light.
We would absolutely love to see our customers there, it's going to be a great day and the Lime Cross stand isn't too far from the Champagne stand! Book tickets here Our friend Matthew Pottage (Head Curator at Wisley) will be helping us out on the stand, so catch up with Matt too.
E mail helen.tate@limecross.co.uk to express an interest in reserving a space on a coach that we are organizing from Lime Cross to Hampstead Heath. Please state your preferred day and number of seats needed. 

The National Pinetum at Bedgebury

The National Pinetum at Bedgebury is one of the finest collections of conifers on one site in the world. 

The 320 acre Pinetum contains over 12,000 trees and shrubs (including 1,800 different species) from across five continents, many of them rare and endangered. 

Did you know that Bedgebury Pinetum displays many varieties of conifer which have been grafted and grown by us here at Lime Cross Nursery.  Look out for the plaque which marks the area of conifers which have been donated by us on your next visit to Bedgebury!

As well as playing an important scientific role in international conservation, the National Pinetum is a beautiful and tranquil place to walk, picnic and enjoy nature away from the stresses of everyday life.

A Pinetum for all seasons

Each season offers different experiences and pleasures:
• Winter - a light dusting of snow or a sharp frost transforms the Pinetum into a winter wonderland.
• Spring - a kaleidoscope of azaleas, daffodils, rhododendrons and bluebells.
• Summer - the many giant specimens cast deep shadows and dappled shade, creating a cool oasis in the warmth of the sun.
• Autumn - the fiery leaves and brilliant berries are in sharp contrast to the background of rich green conifers.
The National Pinetum at Bedgebury and the National Arboretum at Westonbirt together form the National Arboreta, managed by the Forestry Commission.