This is a totally independent GardenAction opinion of the Hollybush Garden Centre in Wolverhampton. Click any picture to enlarge it.
PLANTS
The range of plants for sale at Hollybush is unusually wide and varied. Some examples of the more unusual plants for sale are shown to the right and below.
The left hand picture below is of a fully grown olive tree which was for sale at �2,999.99! Too expensive for most us I know but it just illustrates the variety of the plants for sale.
In particular, there was a wide range of clematis, roses, conifers
and ornamental trees. The signs around the outdoor plant area were
generally good and the plants were arranged alphabetically. In some
cases though, hebes for instance, the plants were not where you
would expect from the signs.
We looked for a hardy plant guarantee but found none advertised.
This is a bit disappointing for such a large garden centre. The
plants though looked in excellent condition, well cared for and
watered.
Those that didn't quite come up to the normal high quality were in a bargain corner for sale at �1! This truly was a bargain because although the bargain plants were not perfect, they would soon recover in a garden setting
If you are looking to buy a shed, conservatory or greenhouse
then Hollybush stock a good range. They are well presented and
attractive.
PRICES The majority of the prices were well below average. If you are looking for value for money at an attractive garden centre then Hollybush should be very high on your list. A typical shopping basket is shown below.
Rose, 3 litre pot �3.99 upwards
Common shrub (e.g. potentilla, hebe) �6.99
Clematis �5.99 upwards
Runner Bean seeds (4m) �2.35
Multipurpose 100l �2.99 (four for �10)
Fish, Blood and Bone, branded, 3.5kg �2.99
Stainless steel fork not found
Economy spade �9.99 (Spear and Jackson)
Tomorite 1 litre �3.49
Wild bird food 3.6kg not found
Medium cup of coffee in cafe �1.25