Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Family-Run Garden Centre in Spalding Since 1970
Baytree Garden Centre was founded in 1970 by Reinhard Biehler, a Bavarian rose budder who established a market stall in Lincolnshire. Over five decades, this family-run business has grown into one of the UK's largest garden centres, spanning an area larger than Wembley Stadium. Our team of over 100 staff, many with decades of experience, maintains an unwavering commitment to quality plants, expert horticultural advice, and exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on combining traditional gardening expertise with modern retail experiences, offering award-winning displays, comprehensive product ranges, and family-friendly facilities.As a multi-award-winning business, we maintain industry-leading standards through our plant guarantee, environmental policies, and continuous investment in staff development. Our family heritage remains central to operations, with three generations of the Biehler family actively involved in daily management. We serve both specialist gardeners and casual visitors through our extensive nursery, landscaping services, and lifestyle retail outlets.
Services
Gardening
Landscaping
Garden Furniture
Pets
Food Hall
Giftware
Restaurant
Garden Buildings
Outdoor Living
Retail Outlets
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 50+ years of horticultural expertise
- Award-winning displays and comprehensive plant selection
- Expert staff with specialist gardening knowledge
- Comprehensive plant guarantee for customer confidence
- Integrated environmental policies across all operations
Services
Gardening
We offer an extensive range of quality plants, including seasonal flowers, shrubs, and trees. Our nursery stocks both common and rare varieties, with expert staff available to provide planting advice. The garden centre maintains strict quality control standards to ensure healthy plant stock.
Landscaping
Our landscaping department provides complete garden transformation services. We supply premium materials including stoneware, water features, and patio kits. Professional design consultations help customers create functional outdoor spaces tailored to their needs.
Garden Furniture
We stock contemporary garden furniture from leading manufacturers. The range includes dining sets, loungers, and weatherproof storage solutions. Our displays showcase current trends in outdoor living spaces and seasonal decor.
Pets
Our pet department offers live animals, fish, and reptiles alongside specialist care products. Knowledgeable staff provide expert advice on pet nutrition and habitat requirements. We maintain high welfare standards for all live animals in our care.
Restaurant
The onsite restaurant serves traditional British cuisine with daily specials. We offer breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea options using locally sourced ingredients. The menu caters to both casual visitors and special occasion diners.
Questions
What are your opening hours during Christmas?
We're open daily during Christmas except for Bank Holidays. Special extended hours apply for our Christmas Market events.
Do you offer plant guarantees?
Yes, we guarantee free replacement or credit for any container-grown hardy plant that dies within a year when properly maintained.
Are there dining options onsite?
Our restaurant serves traditional British cuisine daily with special Christmas menus available during festive periods.
Can I return items purchased online?
Our returns policy applies to online purchases with 14 days for unwanted items and 30 days for faulty goods, with proof of purchase.
Do you have landscaping services?
Yes, our landscaping team offers design consultations and supplies materials including stoneware, water features, and patio kits.
Are there family-friendly facilities?
We offer children's fairground rides, educational displays, and family events throughout the year including our Santa's Grotto at Christmas.
