Athelas was founded on a passion for big bold specimen plants, lots of statement and character. While that very much remains, we've mellowed a little over time and have been won over by the grace and charm of the more traditional nursery plants. So our range has become a healthy and diverse mix of the usual and unusual, still the big and bold, but also the traditional old favourites too, something we think for everyone.
We are open 7 days a week, our nursery address is Athelas Plants, Hooe Road, Ninfield, TN33 9EL. Here's a snippet of just some of the trees just in to the nursery ready for Autumn planting. Just a quick mention, this weekend is Hooe Open Gardens, we are on the circuit including 14 beautiful local gardens.
We are open 7 days a week, our nursery address is Athelas Plants, Hooe Road, Ninfield, TN33 9EL. Here's a snippet of just some of the trees just in to the nursery ready for Autumn planting. Just a quick mention, this weekend is Hooe Open Gardens, we are on the circuit including 14 beautiful local gardens.
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For statement and structure nothing does better, always very good coastal plants. Our stock will nearly always include Phoenix Palms, Fan Palms, Jelly Palms, Chusan Palms and Cordylines. Late spring sees our cacti arrive from central spain, the cowboy cactus, opuntia and barrel cactus are always favourites.
If you are planning to visit our nursery to buy specific plants we suggest you either use our click and collect service or, alternatively, telephone to check our current availability. Social distancing measures - Please wear your mask at all times and please observe 2 metres distancing between yourself and our team.
When planting, make sure that the top of the compost in the pot is level with the surrounding soil surface. Take a little time to plant carefully so that your plants settle snugly in to their new home. Choose a suitable place for the plant in your garden; be very aware of the plant's own preferences to wind, sunlight and soil conditions.
Here is a brief outline of the basic soil types - chalky, clay, loamy, peaty, sandy and silty. To find out your soil type, take a look at it and feel it. Add some water and try rolling it between your hands. Observe how your soil looks and feels, and whether it's sticky, gritty, friable, or slimy. This will tell you what type of soil you have.
Shrubs create fantastic structure in the garden so it's essential to keep them in top condition with regular pruning. This improves a plant's shape and encourage flowers and fruits. Cuts are essentially wounds to the plant where disease could enter so use sharp and clean cutting tools and make clean cuts without leaving snags.
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Alistair McNaught
Sep 23, 2021
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David
Jul 20, 2021
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Shona Sharma
Jul 05, 2021
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Charlotte Doddington
May 21, 2021
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. Everyone I spoke on the phone was incredibly helpful, polite and knowledgeable. I ordered our plants on the phone for delivery, so we didn't see the items before delivery , which is always a bit of a risk, especially as this was our first time using Athelas, however the quality of shrubs are phenomenal and we are delighted. So pleased. 5 stars all round! Thank you
David Mines
Jan 03, 2021
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Absolutely love this place. Amazing selection of unusual, exotic and more mature plants in a great location at very reasonable prices.The staff are so nice, helpful and knowledgeable, always happy to help and give advice without rushing you. This place should be at the top of anyone's list when buying plants, a hidden gem in the Sussex countryside!
Anna Gadeselli
Dec 03, 2020
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Very disappointing. I had gone out of my way to return to Athelas Plants because it seemed such a good place. I purchased two large Camelias for my balcony. One dark pink and one light pink. The light pink was struggling from the start. When I contacted Athelas they blamed me for letting the plants sit in as they put it 'saucers' ???. I had gone to great lengths to explain that they were for the balcony. The plant just got worse and now I've got an empty pot on one side. If it was something I had done incorrectly surely both would have died?. I spent £110 for this. Awful after sales service. There
Roshendah Corby
Jul 27, 2020
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Lyn Povey
May 20, 2020
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Kay Reed
Apr 11, 2019
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