Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Plant Nursery & Walled Garden in Kidderminster
Established in 1975, Stone House Cottage Garden & Nursery has cultivated a reputation as a specialist in rare and unusual plants. Our 1-acre walled garden serves as both inspiration and showcase, displaying the diverse range of shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous plants available for sale. With decades of horticultural expertise, we provide visitors the unique opportunity to observe plants in their natural growing environment before purchasing.Our commitment to quality and botanical diversity has earned recognition from esteemed publications and gardening professionals. The nursery continues to thrive as a destination for plant enthusiasts seeking specialist specimens and expert advice.
Services
Shrubs and Small Trees
Climbers
Herbaceous Plants
Garden Tours
Plant Sales
Horticultural Advice
Group Visits
Seasonal Plant Availability
Expert Gardening Tips
Botanical Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of horticultural expertise
- Our garden showcases plants in natural growing conditions
- We specialize in rare and unusual shrubs and climbers
- Visitors can explore our walled garden before purchasing
- Our plants are available for direct sale from the nursery
What people say
Romantic garden
Remarkable way with plants
Enchanting garden
Fine eye for texture
Vast selection of rare plants
Services
Shrubs and Small Trees
We offer an extensive selection of rare shrubs and small trees, many unavailable elsewhere in the UK. These plants are carefully cultivated to thrive in diverse garden conditions. Our collection includes both common and specialist varieties for landscaping and ornamental purposes.
Climbing Plants
Our specialist climbing plants collection features twining and clinging varieties that adorn walls and structures. These specimens demonstrate exceptional adaptation to vertical growing spaces. We provide expert guidance on selection and cultivation techniques for optimal growth.
Herbaceous Plants
We cultivate a wide range of herbaceous perennials, with new additions each season. These plants offer seasonal interest and textural diversity for garden borders. Our knowledgeable staff provides planting advice and maintenance recommendations for successful establishment.
Garden Tours
Visitors can explore our award-winning walled garden during opening hours. The garden demonstrates effective planting schemes and habitat creation. Guided tours provide insights into our cultivation methods and plant selection philosophy.
Plant Sales
Our nursery offers direct sales of plants featured in our garden. Customers can purchase specimens they've seen growing in situ. We provide planting instructions and aftercare support to ensure successful transplantation and growth.
People
Louisa
Owner
Louisa established Stone House Cottage Garden in 1975, creating a specialist nursery renowned for rare plants. Her expertise in horticulture and plant cultivation has earned recognition from leading gardening publications and professionals.
Questions
What types of plants do you specialise in?
We specialise in rare and unusual shrubs, climbers, and herbaceous plants not commonly found in mainstream nurseries. Our collection includes both evergreen and deciduous varieties suited to diverse growing conditions.
Can visitors explore the garden before purchasing plants?
Yes, visitors are encouraged to explore our walled garden where all plants for sale are displayed in natural growing conditions. This allows customers to see mature specimens before making purchases.
Are guided tours available for gardening groups?
We welcome horticultural societies and flower groups, offering introductory talks and guided tours. Evening visits can be arranged for groups of 20+ with prior booking.
What are your opening hours and seasonal availability?
The nursery and garden are open Thursday to Saturday, 10am-5pm, from April 17th to August 30th annually. Specific plant availability varies throughout the season.
Do you offer any guarantees or after-sales support?
While we don't provide formal guarantees, our staff offers expert planting advice and cultivation tips. We ensure all plants are healthy and well-established at the time of sale.
Reviews (3)
Sue Beckett
Aug 02, 2018
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Fabulous garden to visit! Not huge but there is so much to see and the way it's been designed makes it feel much bigger than it is - great inspiration for my garden. The plants all look very happy! Bought some gorgeous plants and so good to have a choice of plants that are not the usual 'run of the mill' types. Will definitely visit again and bring friends. Thank you Louisa - a lot of hard work but you've made a beautiful garden!
Ness Woodward
Aug 27, 2017
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A secret garden with something eyecatching at every turn. Well worth a visit. It was colourful, magical and photogenic. Met with a friendly smile, three gorgeous border collie and a welcome. Found it inspirational.
Sue Bosson
Apr 16, 2017
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Magical garden full of unusual plants, follies and beautiful borders. The owner also sells plants and is very helpful. Visited with Llanrhaeadr Garden Club in July 2014. Would definitely go back again.
