Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Rare Plant Nursery in Derbyshire
Established in 1979, Bluebell Arboretum & Nursery is an award-winning, family-run business specialising in rare and unusual trees, shrubs, climbers, and woody herbaceous plants. Our expertise spans decades, with a deep understanding of horticultural practices and plant care. As a Royal Horticultural Society Partner Garden, we maintain the highest standards of cultivation and presentation. Our nine-acre woodland garden showcases the plants we sell, offering visitors a unique opportunity to see specimens in situ. We combine traditional horticultural knowledge with modern mail-order efficiency, delivering plants nationwide via overnight courier.Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our extensive selection of hard-to-find varieties and our dedication to customer satisfaction. Every plant is carefully nurtured on-site, ensuring optimal health and growth potential. We provide detailed planting guidance and ongoing support, reflecting our passion for horticulture and customer-centric approach. Our team's collective experience and dedication to excellence make us a trusted authority in the UK's horticultural sector.
Services
Rare plant sales
Mail-order service
Woodland garden tours
Horticultural advice
Container-grown plants
UK plant delivery
Specimen tree sales
Perennial nursery stock
Garden design plants
Seasonal plant offers
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Family-run nursery with 45+ years' specialist horticultural experience
- UK's leading supplier of rare and unusual woody plants
- Royal Horticultural Society Partner Garden status
- Comprehensive mail-order service with year-round delivery
- Nine-acre woodland garden showcasing living plant specimens
Associations and certifications
- Royal Horticultural Society
What people say
Exceptional rare plant selection
Knowledgeable staff
Healthy plant condition
Reliable delivery service
Inspiring woodland garden
Services
Rare Plant Sales
We offer an extensive selection of rare and unusual woody plants, including trees, shrubs, and climbers. Our inventory features hard-to-source cultivars and heritage varieties, carefully cultivated for UK growing conditions. Each plant is grown on-site to ensure provenance and quality, with detailed cultural information provided for successful establishment.
Mail-Order Service
Our nationwide delivery service transports plants via overnight courier, ensuring timely arrival throughout the year. We use specialist packaging to protect root systems during transit, with dispatch options for specific weekdays. Customers receive tracking information and planting instructions with every order.
Woodland Garden Tours
Our nine-acre woodland garden displays thousands of plants in naturalistic settings. Visitors can explore themed planting schemes and seasonal displays, with self-guided tours available year-round. The garden serves as a living catalogue, allowing customers to view mature specimens before purchasing.
Container-Grown Plants
We specialise in container-grown plants suitable for gardens and patios. Our stock includes dwarf varieties and architectural plants ideal for small spaces. All container plants receive regular root pruning to ensure healthy growth patterns and successful transplantation.
Seasonal Plant Offers
Regular seasonal promotions feature discounted plants, including end-of-season clearance items. Current offers highlight plants with exceptional autumn colour, winter interest, or architectural value. Discounted stock maintains our usual quality standards with reduced prices for quick sales.
People
Tim Whiteley
Nursery Specialist
With over 30 years' experience in horticulture, Tim specialises in selecting and cultivating rare woody plants. He contributes to plant trials and cultivar development at the nursery.
Questions
Do you offer horticultural advice with plant purchases?
Yes, our experienced team provides detailed planting and care instructions for every plant sold, with ongoing support available via phone or email.
Can I visit the nursery to select plants in person?
Our nine-acre site is open year-round for self-guided visits, allowing customers to view mature specimens before purchasing.
How does your mail-order delivery system work?
We dispatch plants via overnight courier Monday-Friday, with tracking information provided. Delivery charges vary by plant size and quantity.
Are your plants suitable for container growing?
Many of our selections, particularly dwarf and slow-growing varieties, thrive in containers with appropriate care and potting regimes.
Do you guarantee plant quality?
We guarantee healthy, well-rooted plants. Contact us within 7 days if any issues arise with your purchase.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and bank transfers for online orders, with cash/cheque options available for nursery purchases.
