Business Details
Your Trusted Local Garden Nursery in Leicester
Sharnford Garden Centre is a traditional nursery dedicated to providing high-quality, locally grown plants and gardening essentials. Established to serve the local community, we offer a comprehensive range of nursery-grown plants, stone ornaments, terracotta pots, seeds, wild bird care products, and garden sundries. Our focus remains on maintaining a traditional nursery experience, with all plants cultivated in our on-site greenhouses to ensure freshness and quality. We prioritise customer satisfaction through knowledgeable staff, a dog-friendly environment, and convenient services including home delivery and carry-to-car assistance. Our strategic location near the A5 makes us easily accessible for customers from Rugby, Lutterworth, Nuneaton, Coventry, and Warwickshire, supported by ample on-site parking.We are committed to sustainability through peat-free compost options and locally sourced products, while maintaining competitive pricing across our inventory. Our seasonal offerings include bedding plants, perennials, shrubs, and specialist gardening tools to cater to both novice and experienced gardeners. Customer feedback consistently highlights our friendly team, product quality, and value for money, reinforcing our position as a trusted local supplier. We observe limited closures only on major holidays, ensuring year-round availability of our services and products. Through social media engagement and community involvement, we strive to remain a central hub for gardening expertise and supplies in the region.
Services
Garden Plants
Garden Tools
Compost & Bark
Stoneware
Wild Bird Care
Seeds & Bulbs
Terracotta Pots
Vegetable Plants
Stone Ornaments
Weedkiller
Highlights and features
- We grow all our plants locally in traditional nursery greenhouses
- Extensive product range covering all gardening requirements under one roof
- Knowledgeable staff providing expert horticultural advice
- Dog-friendly environment with dedicated customer assistance services
- Convenient home delivery and carry-to-car options available
What people say
Friendly staff
Good prices
Wide range of stock
Quality plants
Seasonal availability
Services
Garden Plants
We grow and sell a comprehensive range of locally sourced plants including bedding plants, perennials, shrubs, climbers, and fruit trees. Our inventory features seasonal varieties like spring bulbs and autumn displays alongside permanent specimens such as conifers and roses. Plants are cultivated in our traditional nursery greenhouses to ensure quality and adaptability to local growing conditions.
Garden Tools
Our garden tool selection includes essential implements for cultivation and pruning. Customers find spades, forks, trowels, rakes, secateurs, and hedge shears alongside specialist equipment. Tools are available for all gardening tasks from soil preparation to hedge maintenance, with options suitable for both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers.
Wild Bird Care
We supply comprehensive wild bird care solutions including premium seed mixes, mealworms, and feeding equipment. Our inventory features peanuts, niger seed, sunhearts, and bulk feed bags for high-volume users. We also offer various feeders designed to attract different bird species while protecting food from weather and predators.
Compost & Bark
Our compost range includes multi-purpose, moisture-control, and specialist formulations for roses, trees, and shrubs. We stock peat-free organic options and farmyard manure to improve soil quality. Topsoil and bark mulch products complete our soil enhancement offerings, with expert guidance available for optimal product selection.
Stoneware
We offer decorative stoneware including statues, bird baths, sundials, and planters. Our heavy-duty items require staff assistance for loading, with delivery options available for large purchases. The range combines traditional designs with contemporary pieces to suit various garden styles and personal preferences.
Questions
What are your current opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm and Sundays 10:00am-4:00pm. We close only on New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we provide home delivery seven days a week locally and across Leicestershire. Delivery is particularly recommended for heavy items like large pots and bulk compost orders.
What gardening products do you stock?
We offer plants, tools, compost, stoneware, bird care products, seeds, bulbs, and gardening sundries. Our inventory focuses on traditional nursery items without garden furniture or giftware.
Can I buy gift vouchers?
We sell HTA National Garden Gift Vouchers in £5, £10, and £25 denominations. These can be used at any HTA-affiliated garden centre across the UK.
Do you provide gardening advice?
Our experienced staff offer free expert advice on plant selection, soil preparation, pest control, and seasonal gardening tasks. We help customers choose appropriate products for their specific gardening needs.
Is the garden centre accessible?
We have ample on-site parking and wheelchair access. Staff are available to assist with loading heavy items into vehicles, and delivery services can accommodate mobility challenges.
