Business Details
Your Garden Destination in Oxfordshire
At Root One, we are passionate about providing high-quality plant stock, garden tools, and equipment throughout the year. Our team of gardening experts offers exceptional advice to help customers create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces. In addition to our extensive plant selection, we operate a welcoming caf serving freshly prepared meals, homemade cakes, and locally-sourced produce. We take pride in supporting local charities through initiatives like our sponsorship of Style Acre's garden projects and the Walled Gardens of Wallingford event.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in our carefully curated product range, seasonal gardening guidance, and the creation of inspirational show gardens that demonstrate practical outdoor space design. We strive to combine horticultural expertise with community engagement to make gardening accessible and enjoyable for all.
Services
Plant Sales
Gardening Advice
Caf Services
Garden Gifts
Show Gardens
Highlights and features
- We offer year-round premium plant stock with expert horticultural advice
- Our inspirational show gardens demonstrate practical outdoor space design
- We support local charities through community gardening initiatives
- Our caf serves freshly-prepared meals with locally-sourced ingredients
- We provide seasonal gardening guidance for all skill levels
What people say
Fantastic breakfast
Excellent service
Beautiful garden displays
Welcoming atmosphere
Attentive staff
Services
Plant Sales
We offer a comprehensive selection of premium plants including roses, trees, climbers, shrubs, and edibles. Our seasonal stock ensures year-round garden interest with expert guidance on plant selection and care. Customers benefit from our extensive horticultural knowledge and practical advice for creating thriving outdoor spaces.
Gardening Advice
Our team provides professional horticultural advice covering planting techniques, garden maintenance, and seasonal care. We help customers with plant selection, soil preparation, and garden design solutions. This service combines practical expertise with tailored recommendations to suit individual gardening needs and conditions.
Caf Services
Our caf serves freshly-prepared meals, homemade cakes, and Italian coffee using locally-sourced ingredients. The menu features all-day breakfasts, light lunches, and speciality drinks in a comfortable setting with garden views. We accommodate dietary requirements and offer seasonal menus reflecting local produce.
Garden Gifts
We curate a selection of unique gardening gifts and accessories complementing our plant offerings. The range includes decorative garden items, tools, and seasonal decorations. These products provide practical solutions and aesthetic enhancements for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Show Gardens
Our four show gardens demonstrate practical outdoor space designs for different garden sizes and styles. These displays provide inspiration and practical examples of plant combinations, layout solutions, and seasonal displays. Visitors can see how to create functional, beautiful gardens through our expertly maintained examples.
Questions
What gardening services do you offer?
We provide plant sales, expert gardening advice, and garden design inspiration through our show gardens.
Are there dining options available?
Yes, our café offers freshly-prepared meals, homemade cakes, and Italian coffee using locally-sourced ingredients.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday 10am-4pm, with kitchen closing one hour earlier.
Do you accept card payments only?
Yes, we currently only accept card payments at our garden centre and café.
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs on leads are welcome in the garden centre and café terrace, except guide dogs inside the café.
How do I book afternoon tea?
Reservations require 48 hours' notice and can be made by phone, email, or in person.
Reviews (3)
Hester Robinson-Spoon
Jun 13, 2018
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Great nursery, very friendly and helpful staff, spacious cafe with delicious food and good value for money! Go and check it out for yourself!
Richard Hendricks
May 31, 2018
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Homely cafe/diner set in a wonderful garden centre. Excellent food great service and nothing is too much trouble for the friendly helpful staff.
Rosemary Stowell
May 21, 2017
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Lovely garden centre, the plants are really well kept, probably the best we have seen yet. Had a lovely lunch in the cafe highly recommend, excel lent value & a vast menu, staff were spot on to
