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A rainbow of colour greets you when you walk into Chaplins Garden Centre. Vast choices offer something for everyone from the green-fingered to the novice. Whether it's for a generous-sized garden or window boxes, something to decorate a conservatory, fill a patio pot or stock out a greenhouse, it is all here.
This year Chaplins is encouraging customers to "live a little bit healthier" and grow their own vegetables. And, to excite the taste buds, an amazing 56 separate varieties of vegetables and fruit are being stocked. There are 20 varieties of tomatoes alone – even one for hanging baskets! To cater for all this growing, the garden centre has a fine display of pots from around the world.
It is good to know expert help is at hand from enthusiastic staff.
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Alpines
In the wild these plants grow in exposed rocky positions in direct summer sun. In the winter, they lie under a blanket of snow that protects them from extremes in temperature, and keeps them dry. In Britain, winters are relatively mild and wet so they need a well-drained soil and a mulch of grit to keep moisture away from the leaves.
Aquatic Plants
Four general types of plants are available for aquatic use:
- Submerged plants, also called oxygenating plants.
- Bog plants, which grow along the water's edge in natural environments.
- Floating plants, which are rooted in the bottom substrate and have floating leaves and flowers.
- True floating plants, which float on the surface and whose roots are suspended in the water.
Arches and Abours
A large selection of arches and arbours are always in stock. We closely scrutinise a wide range of suppliers to ensure the best deals for our customers
Bedding Plants
Bedding plants add an instant splash of colour. They are ideal for borders, hanging baskets or pots and containers. Bedding plants are easy to plant and easy to replace.
Bird Baths
A birdbath is one of the easiest ways to bring birds up close. You can attract even more species of birds with water than with a feeder.
Bird Tables
A bird table will be at its most popular and valuable from October to April. The bird table can be left in position all year round, but bringing it in out of the weather during the summer will prolong its life.
Bulbs
Bulbs provide years of spring colour in your garden. There is a huge selection available nowadays, with colours and sizes to suit all.
Cermaic Pots
We are proud to offer ceramic pottery that is both unique and unusual. Our pottery comes from all over the world. Growing plants in pots offers great scope and versatility; it can bring you the pleasure of a garden even in a restricted space. Terracotta pots are extremely versatile. Our huge variety come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, so there is always something to suit your situation.
Garden Chemicals
Some biological products can help in the battle against insects and disease. Various materials can be used to physically block or repel insects and keep them from damaging the plants. Our experienced staff can assist customers in choosing the best product for them.
Climbers
Climbing plants use other plants, rocks or manmade structures for support. Climbers can brighten up any wall, fence, post, arbour or even old tree stump. We have a large range of Clematis, Honeysuckles, climbing Roses and more unusual climbers.
Compost
Garden trimmings and food residuals constitute nearly 25% of landfill waste. That's a lot that could become useful and environmentally beneficial compost instead! Compost can:
- Suppress plant diseases and pests.
- Reduce or eliminate the need for chemical fertilizers.
- Promote higher yields of agricultural crops.
- Facilitate reforestation, wetlands restoration, and habitat revitalization efforts by amending contaminated, compacted, and marginal soils.
Decorative Aggregates
We stock a wide range of high quality, natural aggregates, blending rich colours and textures to any garden or hard landscaping project. For paths, driveways, ground cover, ponds and water features, the CHAPLINS range of materials includes an extensive selection of decorative chippings, pebbles and cobbles.
Fencing
A garden fence can also be a extension of your garden. By planting vines, and leading them upwards you can create a textured green wall that will be home to birds and insects. A wooden fence will give your garden a rustic look that is both timeless and traditional. It is also a better surface for growing plants on. Make sure that your garden fence is an extension of the character and appearance of your home.
Fertilizers
Many homeowners recognize the value of fertilizing trees and shrubs in their gardens, yet they become confused when confronted with the variety of fertilizers available to them. Development of compressed spikes, tablets and briquettes has been attractive to these gardeners because it simplifies the process. We also have our experienced staff on hand to assist with any queries.
Garden Lighting
Solar garden lights can be freely distributed in gardens without owners having to worry about cabling, or their children being electrocuted. These are a safer, simpler option and we carry a wide variety of styles.
Garden Ponds (Plymouth only)
We stock a range of moulded plastic garden ponds they are pleasing additions to any garden, relieving the eye from the monotony of plants
Gloves
All the gloves we stock are of a high quality and designed for a specific purpose. Rubber gloves are for wet and muddy work. Neoprene gloves offer protection for spraying insecticides. Whilst padded gauntlets are for rose pruning. Always check that the gloves you buy fit your hands.
Grass Seed
Factors to consider when selecting a grass for your lawn is the level of use you are planning, irrigation in your garden and how much shade or sun you experienc. We stock a wide range of seeds and our experienced staff will be pleased to help.
Hanging Baskets
Hanging baskets can give a fantastic display throughout the Summer and Autumn. You can use a wide range of plants ensuring you achieve the colour you want. Our staff can advise you on suitable composts, alternative liners and choosing exactly the right basket for you.
House Plants(Plymouth only)
Proper lighting and watering are, by far, the most important criteria for the health of your house plant. Of course, there are always exceptions to the rule. Succulents being the most notable, which prefer warmer and drier conditions. At temperatures below 60 degrees, African violets will stop blooming, Poinsettias will drop their leaves, and the leaves of Gardenias may turn yellow. Whatever plant you select our staff will advise you how to best care for it.
Patio Furniture
We have a wide selection of wooden, metal and resin folding furniture. Our range includes gazebos, tables, chairs, parasols, benches, hammocks and much more.
Perrinials
Perennials are plants that live for more than 2 years but don't make wood like a tree or shrub. Most are completely herbaceous, dying back to the ground each year, while others remain evergreen. Our staff can advise you on the correct plant for you
Plastic Pots
We carry a full range of plastic plant pots in a large range of colours and sizes. We also have a smaller selection of biodegradable pots which are ideal for planting out seedlings.
Roses
We are one of the most established rose stockists in the Plymouth area with a large selection of hybrid tea, climbing, rambling and classic roses.
Water Features
The term 'water features' is used to include the full range of fountains, pools, ponds, and waterfalls. Prior to the eighteenth century they were normally powered by gravity, though the famous Hanging Gardens of Babylon are believed to have been supplied by an Archimedes Screw. Since the eighteenth century water features have normally been powered by pumps. Generally our water features are sold with a pump provided.
Wild Bird Feed
In our range you'll find everything you need from fat balls, feeders, peanuts and seeds to a wide selection of specifically designed nesting boxes. Wild bird care is very important to CHAPLINS and we are here to ensure you give your winter visitors the ultimate dining experience.
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