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Plant of the Month: Hamamelis (Witch Hazel)

Plant of the Month: Hamamelis (Witch Hazel)

Ransoms | 5th January 2026

As the festive decorations come down and the January frost settles over the garden, it is easy to think that the landscape has gone into a deep slumber. However, look a little closer at the bare winter borders and you might find one of nature’s most peculiar and enchanting sights: Witch Hazel (Hamamelis). Known for As the festive decorations come down and the January frost settles over the garden, it is easy to think that the

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Plant of the Month: Common Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)

Plant of the Month: Common Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)

Ransoms | 4th December 2025

As the days shorten and the chill of winter truly sets in, many gardens can start to look a little… well, brown. But there’s one plant that absolutely refuses to fade into the background. Instead, it takes center stage, igniting the landscape with a spectacular show of color just when we need it most. Our As the days shorten and the chill of winter truly sets in, many gardens can start to look a little… well,

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Our Pet & Wildlife Department

Our Pet & Wildlife Department

Ransoms | 13th November 2025

Your One-Stop Pet Shop in Jersey We understand that pets are family, and we stock everything you need to keep them happy, healthy, and thriving. Forget hunting around; you’ll find quality pet products for the best prices in the island right here at Ransoms pet & Wildlife department. 🐶🐱 For Your Furry, Scaly, and Feathered Your One-Stop Pet Shop in Jersey We understand that pets are family, and we stock everything you need to keep them

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Festive Opening Hours

Festive Opening Hours

Ransoms | 10th November 2025

Our Sunday shopping opening hours are: Sunday 16th, 23rd & 30th Nov – open 9am to 6pm. Sunday 7th, 14th & 21st Dec – open 9am to 6pm These are our opening hours around the holidays:Christmas Eve 24th Dec – open 9am to 5pmChristmas Day 25th Dec – closedBoxing Day 26th Dec – closedSaturday 27th Dec – open 9am to 6pm New Year’s Our Sunday shopping opening hours are: Sunday 16th, 23rd & 30th Nov – open 9am to 6pm. Sunday 7th, 14th & 21st Dec – open

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Plant of the Month: European Spindle Tree (Euonymus Europaeus)

Plant of the Month: European Spindle Tree (Euonymus Europaeus)

Ransoms | 3rd November 2025

As the golden hues of October fade and the days grow shorter, many gardens begin to retreat into shades of brown and grey. But if you take a stroll through the Jersey hedgerows or along a woodland edge this month, you might spot a flash of colour so bright it looks almost artificial. This is As the golden hues of October fade and the days grow shorter, many gardens begin to retreat into shades of brown

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Plant of the Month: Pumpkins

Plant of the Month: Pumpkins

Ransoms | 8th October 2025

It’s the quintessential symbol of autumn and, of course, Halloween. But these festive gourds are so much more than just a spooky lantern; they’re a rewarding, magnificent plant to grow in your British garden. 🌱 Sowing the Seeds of Success: When and How to Grow Pumpkins are sun-loving, hungry plants that need a long growing It’s the quintessential symbol of autumn and, of course, Halloween. But these festive gourds are so much more than just a

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Ransoms Rewards – Earn points with your purchases

Ransoms Rewards – Earn points with your purchases

Ransoms | 19th August 2025

Join Ransoms Rewards and start saving! Sign up now and receive your first 50 points FREE! Then, once you are signed up, you can earn an additional 50 points once you fill in the questionnaire that will be send to you after sign up. Click here to sign up for Ransoms Rewards Discover the Benefits of Ransoms Rewards. Join Ransoms Rewards and start saving! Sign up now and receive your first 50 points FREE! Then, once you are signed up,

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Plant of the Month: Nigella

Plant of the Month: Nigella

Ransoms | 4th August 2025

Looking for a flower that combines delicate beauty with effortless charm? Look no further than Nigella, a delightful annual that brings a touch of whimsy to any garden. Known by its more romantic common name, ‘Love-in-a-Mist’, this plant is a favourite in cottage gardens and for anyone who loves a flower that’s as easy to Looking for a flower that combines delicate beauty with effortless charm? Look no further than Nigella, a delightful annual that brings

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Plant of the Month: Delphinium

Plant of the Month: Delphinium

Ransoms | 2nd July 2025

Few flowers capture the essence of a traditional British garden quite like the delphinium. With their towering spires and vivid hues ranging from deep indigo to soft pastels, delphiniums bring a touch of drama and elegance to borders and beds alike. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, delphiniums offer a rewarding challenge Few flowers capture the essence of a traditional British garden quite like the delphinium. With their towering spires and vivid hues

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Plant of the Month: Hydrangeas

Plant of the Month: Hydrangeas

Ransoms | 9th June 2025

Hydrangeas are the showstoppers of summer gardens—bursting with big, beautiful blooms in shades of blue, pink, white, and purple. Whether you’re looking to brighten a shady corner or add drama to a sunny border, there’s a hydrangea for every spot. 🌿 Where & How to plant Hydrangeas thrive in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Most varieties Hydrangeas are the showstoppers of summer gardens—bursting with big, beautiful blooms in shades of blue, pink, white, and purple. Whether you’re

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Plant of the Month: Wisteria

Plant of the Month: Wisteria

Ransoms | 1st May 2025

Wisteria, with its breathtaking cascades of fragrant, pea-like flowers in spring, is a highly sought-after climber for adding vertical drama and beauty to gardens and buildings. Jersey’s generally mild climate provides favourable conditions for cultivating these vigorous plants successfully. Achieving the spectacular display Wisteria is known for requires an understanding of its needs, particularly concerning Wisteria, with its breathtaking cascades of fragrant, pea-like flowers in spring, is a highly sought-after climber for adding vertical drama and

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Special opening hours in May 2025

Special opening hours in May 2025

Ransoms | 24th April 2025

These are Ransoms Garden Centre special opening hours in May.The Tearoom and The Potting Shed gift shop are open 7 days a week 9am – 6pm. May Day Bank Holiday weekendSunday 4th May – 10am – 4pmMonday 5th May – 9am – 4pm Liberation DayFriday 9th May – 10am – 4pm Spring Bank Holiday weekendSunday These are Ransoms Garden Centre special opening hours in May.The Tearoom and The Potting Shed gift shop are open 7 days

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Plant of the Month: Magnolia

Plant of the Month: Magnolia

Ransoms | 1st April 2025

Magnolias are the Royalty of the spring garden. With their magnificent, often fragrant blooms appearing on bare branches or nestled amongst glossy leaves, they offer a breathtaking spectacle. While they might seem imposing, many magnolias are surprisingly straightforward to grow if you give them the right start. This guide provides the essentials for successfully planting Magnolias are the Royalty of the spring garden. With their magnificent, often fragrant blooms appearing on bare branches or nestled amongst

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Easter Holiday Opening Hours

Easter Holiday Opening Hours

Ransoms | 31st March 2025

These are Ransoms Garden Centre opening hours around the Easter Bank Holidays. The Tearoom and The Potting Shed gift shop are open 7 days a week 9am – 6pm. Good Friday 18th April – 10am – 4pmEaster Bunny Hunt starts 10am – ends 3pm Saturday 19th April – 9am – 6pm Easter Sunday 20th April These are Ransoms Garden Centre opening hours around the Easter Bank Holidays. The Tearoom and The Potting Shed gift shop are

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Ransoms Bunny Hunt – Friday 18th April

Ransoms Bunny Hunt – Friday 18th April

EVENT DATE: 18th April 2025
VENUE: 🐇 Join us during a fun-filled Easter Bunny Hunt on Friday 18th April from 10am – 3pm. 🐇 Children will need to find six life-sized Easter characters hiding in the garden centre. Can you find them all? 🐣All participating children will receive a chocolate bunny, and for children in fancy dress there are special prizes! 🐇 Join us during a fun-filled Easter Bunny Hunt on Friday 18th April from 10am – 3pm. 🐇 Children will need

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How to: Growing your own soft fruits

How to: Growing your own soft fruits

Ransoms | 27th March 2025

Soft fruits, with their vibrant colours and delicious flavours, are a delightful addition to any garden. From the tangy sweetness of raspberries to the rich, juicy taste of strawberries, these fruits are relatively easy to grow, even for novice gardeners. This guide provides essential tips for cultivating a bountiful harvest. Fruit bushes can be planted Soft fruits, with their vibrant colours and delicious flavours, are a delightful addition to any garden. From the tangy sweetness of

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Plant of the Month: Senetti

Plant of the Month: Senetti

Ransoms | 3rd March 2025

Senetti, botanically classified as Pericallis hybrids, are renowned for their vibrant, daisy-like flowers that provide a significant burst of colour in early spring. These plants are cultivated for their impressive floral displays and ability to thrive in cooler temperatures. Key Characteristics and Benefits: Cultivation and Care: General Recommendations: Senetti offer a valuable contribution to spring Senetti, botanically classified as Pericallis hybrids, are renowned for their vibrant, daisy-like flowers that provide a significant burst of colour in

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Unfurling Success—A Beginner’s Guide to Ferns.

Unfurling Success—A Beginner’s Guide to Ferns.

Ransoms | 27th February 2025

Ferns, with their delicate fronds and lush, verdant appearance, bring a touch of woodland magic to any garden or indoor space. Their elegant, often intricate, foliage adds texture and a calming, natural aesthetic. While they might seem fussy, with the right approach, ferns are surprisingly easy to cultivate. This guide provides essential tips for beginners, Ferns, with their delicate fronds and lush, verdant appearance, bring a touch of woodland magic to any garden or indoor space.

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Plant of the Month: Hyacinth

Plant of the Month: Hyacinth

Ransoms | 6th February 2025

Spring’s arrival is heralded by many things, but the hyacinth’s vibrant blooms and lovely fragrances are a particularly welcome sign. These popular spring flowers offer a delightful burst of colour and scent, making them a favourite in gardens and homes. Hyacinths are available in a wide array of colours, from the classic deep blues and Spring’s arrival is heralded by many things, but the hyacinth’s vibrant blooms and lovely fragrances are a particularly welcome sign. These

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How to: Bamboo and Grasses

How to: Bamboo and Grasses

Ransoms | 27th January 2025

Ornamental grasses and bamboo offer a captivating blend of texture, movement, and architectural form to gardens of all sizes. From the delicate sway of feather reed grass to the imposing stature of mature bamboo, these plants can transform outdoor spaces into tranquil retreats. However, successful cultivation requires understanding their specific needs. This guide provides essential Ornamental grasses and bamboo offer a captivating blend of texture, movement, and architectural form to gardens of all sizes. From the

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Advice, Information

Getting to Ransoms during road closures

Getting to Ransoms during road closures

Ransoms | 8th January 2025

From 6th Jan 2025 until 21st March 2025, road works are taking place between Le Mont Gabard and La Route de la Cote. This means you cannot go up to Ransoms from Gorey Pier via Le Mont Gabard. The easiest way to get to Ransoms from the coast road is to go through Gorey Village, From 6th Jan 2025 until 21st March 2025, road works are taking place between Le Mont Gabard and La Route de

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Plant of the Month: Snowdrops

Plant of the Month: Snowdrops

Ransoms | 7th January 2025

Snowdrops (Galanthus) are a quintessential sight in the British and Jersey countryside, heralding the arrival of spring with their delicate white bells. These charming little bulbs are easy to grow and add a touch of magic to any garden, or even a pot on your doorstep or balcony. When to Plant Snowdrops: Planting Tips: Caring Snowdrops (Galanthus) are a quintessential sight in the British and Jersey countryside, heralding the arrival of spring with their delicate white

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Plant of the Month: Winter-flowering Honeysuckle

Plant of the Month: Winter-flowering Honeysuckle

Ransoms | 2nd December 2024

Winter can feel a bit drab in the garden, but Winter-flowering honeysuckle (Lonicera fragrantissima) is a fantastic choice to add a touch of life and fragrance to your outdoor space during the colder months. This bushy shrub, reaching up to 2 meters tall, can be deciduous or semi-evergreen. It features simple, ovate dark green leaves Winter can feel a bit drab in the garden, but Winter-flowering honeysuckle (Lonicera fragrantissima) is a fantastic choice to add a

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Plant of the Month: Leucothoe

Plant of the Month: Leucothoe

Ransoms | 5th November 2024

Leucothoe is a versatile and elegant shrub that can add a touch of year-round interest to your garden. With its glossy, evergreen foliage and graceful arching branches, Leucothoe creates a stunning visual impact; during the spring and summer months it boasts delicate, bell-shaped flowers, and during winter months the leaves of various species will turn Leucothoe is a versatile and elegant shrub that can add a touch of year-round interest to your garden. With its glossy,

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Ransoms Gala Night

Ransoms Gala Night

EVENT DATE: 6th November 2024
VENUE: Start off the holiday season in style at Ransoms Gala Night! Shop with discount, enjoy a glass of bubbly and a mince pie, and win fab prizes during our magical late night shopping event. When: Wednesday 6th Nov 2024Time: 4pm – 8pmNo ticket required. Click here for the event page 10% off all purchases in the Start off the holiday season in style at Ransoms Gala Night! Shop with discount, enjoy a glass of bubbly and a mince

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Plant of the Month: Rudbeckia

Plant of the Month: Rudbeckia

Ransoms | 1st October 2024

Rudbeckia: A Vibrant Autumnal Addition to Your Garden Rudbeckia are not only a delightful summer bloom but also a fantastic choice for extending the vibrant colours of your garden well into autumn. Their cheerful faces, often in shades of yellow and orange, can brighten up your landscape when many other flowers have faded. Rudbeckia are Rudbeckia: A Vibrant Autumnal Addition to Your Garden Rudbeckia are not only a delightful summer bloom but also a fantastic choice

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Plant of the Month: Aster

Plant of the Month: Aster

Ransoms | 2nd September 2024

Asters, the star-shaped flowers that light up our gardens as summer fades, are a beloved sight in British gardens. Their vibrant hues and resilience make them a popular choice for borders and containers. Asters are versatile plants that can be used in a variety of garden settings, and look particularly striking when paired with grasses, Asters, the star-shaped flowers that light up our gardens as summer fades, are a beloved sight in British gardens. Their vibrant

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Plant of the Month: Agave

Plant of the Month: Agave

Ransoms | 1st August 2024

Agaves: Exotic Beauty in a Jersey Climate Agaves, with their dramatic, sculptural forms and striking foliage, are undeniably captivating. Native to arid regions, these plants are synonymous with the sun-drenched landscapes of Mexico and the American Southwest. But can these desert dwellers thrive in the cooler, wetter climate of the Channel Islands? The short answer Agaves: Exotic Beauty in a Jersey Climate Agaves, with their dramatic, sculptural forms and striking foliage, are undeniably captivating. Native to

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Ransoms win Garden Centre of the Year award and more

Ransoms win Garden Centre of the Year award and more

Ransoms | 22nd July 2024

We’re thrilled to announce we have won the Garden Centre of the Year award and more Ransoms came 1st in five categories and 3rd in one within the South East region, which includes the South and East of England, and the whole of the Channel Islands, during the Garden Centre Association award ceremony last week. We’re thrilled to announce we have won the Garden Centre of the Year award and more Ransoms came 1st in five

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Blog, Information, News

Open for the Royal visit, Mon 15th July 9am – 6pm

Open for the Royal visit, Mon 15th July 9am – 6pm

Ransoms | 8th July 2024

All three businesses – the Garden Centre, the Tearoom, and The Potting Shed gift shop, will be open on Monday 15th July from 9am – 6pm. We hope you will join us for a royal day of shopping and afternoon All three businesses – the Garden Centre, the Tearoom, and The Potting Shed gift shop, will be open on Monday 15th

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Plant of the Month: Dahlias

Plant of the Month: Dahlias

Ransoms | 6th July 2024

Dahlias! Those glorious summer icons, with their vibrant blooms and statuesque presence, are a guaranteed way to add pizzazz to your garden. Few flowers can match the sheer exuberance of the Dahlia. These showstoppers, with their flamboyant blooms and impressive stature, bring a touch of theatrical flair, offer a whole host of benefits, making them Dahlias! Those glorious summer icons, with their vibrant blooms and statuesque presence, are a guaranteed way to add pizzazz to your

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Plant of the Month: Silene flos-cuculi a.k.a. Ragged Robin

Plant of the Month: Silene flos-cuculi a.k.a. Ragged Robin

Ransoms | 1st June 2024

Silene flos-cuculi, more commonly known as Ragged Robin, is a delightful native wildflower that graces British meadows and wetlands. Its delicate pink petals, fringed with a ragged appearance, which appear in late spring and early summer, have earned it a cherished place in the hearts of many nature lovers. A British Native to Cherish As Silene flos-cuculi, more commonly known as Ragged Robin, is a delightful native wildflower that graces British meadows and wetlands. Its delicate

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RJA&HS All Island Garden Competition 2024 – Jersey, Channel Islands

RJA&HS All Island Garden Competition 2024 – Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 30th May 2024

The All Island Garden Competition held by the RJA&HS will take place this year on 9th, 10th & 11th July. Anyone can participate, and with 23 different classes to enter into there is something for everyone, whether you have a large garden, small patio garden, allotment or community garden. Also restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions The All Island Garden Competition held by the RJA&HS will take place this year on 9th, 10th & 11th July. Anyone

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Plant of the Month: Astrantia

Plant of the Month: Astrantia

Ransoms | 6th May 2024

As the days stretch longer and the sun warms the soil, these months brings a burst of vibrant blooms to gardens. Our Plant of the Month for May is the Astrantia, a delightful perennial that offers elegance and charm throughout the summer. A Showstopper in the Shade Unlike many summer flowers that crave full sun, As the days stretch longer and the sun warms the soil, these months brings a burst of vibrant blooms to gardens.

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Plant of the Month: Fritillaria meleagris

Plant of the Month: Fritillaria meleagris

Ransoms | 4th April 2024

The Snake’s Head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) is a charming bulbous perennial that brings a touch of elegance to the spring garden. Native to Europe and western Asia, this easy-to-grow flower boasts a unique checkered pattern that’s sure to catch the eye. Standing around 30cm tall, the snake’s head fritillary features slender stems topped with 1-2 The Snake’s Head fritillary (Fritillaria meleagris) is a charming bulbous perennial that brings a touch of elegance to the spring garden.

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Plant of the Month: Primrose

Plant of the Month: Primrose

Ransoms | 1st March 2024

The British primrose, also known as the common primrose or English primrose (Primula vulgaris), is a cheerful sign of spring. It is one of the first woodland blooms and an important nectar source for butterflies. This stunning British native, with its pale yellow blooms and fresh green, crinkled leaves, is one of our most popular The British primrose, also known as the common primrose or English primrose (Primula vulgaris), is a cheerful sign of spring. It

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Plant of the Month: Winter flowering Jasmine

Plant of the Month: Winter flowering Jasmine

Ransoms | 1st February 2024

Winter flowering Jasmine is deciduous perennial which flowers from November to March. It is a tough, grow anywhere shrubby climbing plant, which will both climb and also tumble down over a wall. This winter form of Jasmine always flowers yellow. Its Latin name is Jasminum nudiflorum, which means naked flowers. The Latin name is describing the Winter flowering Jasmine is deciduous perennial which flowers from November to March. It is a tough, grow anywhere shrubby climbing plant, which

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Plant of the Month: Winter Pansies and violas

Plant of the Month: Winter Pansies and violas

Ransoms | 3rd January 2024

Pansies and violas are a great addition to any fall or winter flowerbed. They are cold weather tolerant and they are winter flowering, making them an easy addition for a colourful display in borders or containers. What’s the difference? Pansies and violas look a lot alike. The pansy’s botanical name is Viola x wittrockiana. This can cause confusion, but generally, Pansies and violas are a great addition to any fall or winter flowerbed. They are cold weather tolerant and they are winter flowering,

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Plant of the Month: Mistletoe

Plant of the Month: Mistletoe

Ransoms | 13th December 2023

A controversial ‘Plant of the Month’ this time! Even though we think warmly of Mistletoe as being the Christmas foliage that brings people closer together underneath it, but did you know it is actually a hemiparasitic plant?! Let’s dive deeper into the world of Mistletoe for our December PotM! Mistletoe species grow on a wide A controversial ‘Plant of the Month’ this time! Even though we think warmly of Mistletoe as being the Christmas foliage that

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Plant of the Month: Heuchera

Plant of the Month: Heuchera

Ransoms | 3rd November 2023

This isn’t their peak season, but just because they aren’t flowering, doesn’t mean they don’t still have a lot to offer with their foliage. Heuchera bring bright, bold colours and shapes to your border and containers. They are easy to grow, versatile and low maintenance, popular as ground cover and for filling in gaps between This isn’t their peak season, but just because they aren’t flowering, doesn’t mean they don’t still have a lot to offer

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Plant of the Month: Chrysanthemum

Plant of the Month: Chrysanthemum

Ransoms | 11th October 2023

Everyone loves a ‘Mum’. Chrysanthemums are in full bloom during September and October, and bring great colour and vibrancy to your Autumn garden, patio, or balcony. When looked after by dead heading they will keep giving throughout autumn and makes for prolonged flowering. Available in a beautiful array of colours, you’ll be seeing them flowering Everyone loves a ‘Mum’. Chrysanthemums are in full bloom during September and October, and bring great colour and vibrancy to your

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Plant of the Month: Cyclamen

Plant of the Month: Cyclamen

Ransoms | 1st September 2023

This popular winter time flowering plant is a beloved perennial with 20 different accepted species in the Primrose family. The plants grow from a tuber and have no stem above the ground. Long-stalked roundish or kidney-shaped leaves, often variously marked, grow from the base. Solitary flowers grow on stalks less than 30 cm (12 inches) tall. After flowering, the flower stalk This popular winter time flowering plant is a beloved perennial with 20 different accepted species in the Primrose family. The plants

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Plant of the Month: Salvia

Plant of the Month: Salvia

Ransoms | 4th August 2023

Salvias are perfect for the summer garden! Salvia covers well over 900 species of plants, and they come in a vast range of forms and colours. Their nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. These are a must when you’re planting to create a pollinator friendly garden. Growing salvias is Salvias are perfect for the summer garden! Salvia covers well over 900 species of plants, and they come in a vast

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Plant of the Month: Sweet Pea

Plant of the Month: Sweet Pea

Ransoms | 12th July 2023

Easy to grow, come in an abundance of colour, and many fragrant varieties, the sweet pea should be every gardener’s summer favourite.Sweet pea are great for using as cut flower. The best sweet peas for cutting are those with long, straight stems and strong fragrance. The best way to ensure straight stems is to train sweet peas with Easy to grow, come in an abundance of colour, and many fragrant varieties, the sweet pea should be every gardener’s summer

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Plant of the Month: Bougainvillea

Plant of the Month: Bougainvillea

Ransoms | 6th June 2023

A plant which makes one think of warmer regions, white houses and colourful doors. Bougainvillea is a spectacular evergreen plant for the home, conservatory, or greenhouse. The plant comes in a huge colour range including purple, mauve, pink, apricot, red, yellow, and white. The flowers are actually large thin bracts which surround a central cluster A plant which makes one think of warmer regions, white houses and colourful doors. Bougainvillea is a spectacular evergreen plant for

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Plant of the Month: Lavender

Plant of the Month: Lavender

Ransoms | 4th May 2023

Lavender is indigenous to the mountainous areas of the countries bordering the western European part of the Mediterranean region, but was brought back by travelers to England, where it has become one of our most beloved garden plants. All lavender are evergreen, which along side with their long flowering, beautiful scents and being wonderful for pollinators, Lavender is indigenous to the mountainous areas of the countries bordering the western European part of the Mediterranean region, but was brought

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Plant of the Month: Rhododendron

Plant of the Month: Rhododendron

Ransoms | 4th April 2023

These acid soil loving plants bring stunning early colour to the Spring to Summer garden. There is truly a Rhododendron for everyone, in almost every colour, and they are relatively easy to take care of given they are planted properly.Planting should take place in March, April, or October when temperatures are still mild. Dig in These acid soil loving plants bring stunning early colour to the Spring to Summer garden. There is truly a Rhododendron for

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All peat-free compost in 2023

All peat-free compost in 2023

Ransoms | 15th March 2023

At the beginning of 2022 we had set ourselves the goal to be fully peat-free by 2024, but we are very excited to announce we’ve gone fully peat-free in 2023, a year ahead of schedule. You might still see a few old peat compost products here and there, but once they are gone we won’t At the beginning of 2022 we had set ourselves the goal to be fully peat-free by 2024, but we are very

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Plant of the Month: Forsythia

Plant of the Month: Forsythia

Ransoms | 13th March 2023

A beautiful Spring sight and one many of us will remember from our childhood, Forsythia with its golden flowers is a spectacle no matter where it’s located. Used as hedging or individual plants, Forsythias are deciduous plants that are tolerant of most soil types, in full sun or light shade. They are very hardy and A beautiful Spring sight and one many of us will remember from our childhood, Forsythia with its golden flowers is a

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Plant of the Month: Hellebores

Plant of the Month: Hellebores

Ransoms | 15th February 2023

Tough, versatile and offering elegant colour in the winter garden; Hellebores are beloved by all gardeners. They are also wonderful providers for any and all pollinators that are out at the moment. Whenever a fresh pallet of hellebores arrive at our garden centre, you will be sure to hear buzzing around them. Hellebores are reliable Tough, versatile and offering elegant colour in the winter garden; Hellebores are beloved by all gardeners. They are also wonderful providers

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Plant of the Month: Viburnum

Plant of the Month: Viburnum

Ransoms | 10th January 2023

Viburnum is a stunning winter flowering shrub. It offers masses of beautiful white flowers that emerge from pink buds during December, lasting through to spring against dark-green foliage. Viburnum also showcases blue-black fruits that attract foraging birds. If you’re looking for a shrub that will brighten up your garden during the winter months, this is Viburnum is a stunning winter flowering shrub. It offers masses of beautiful white flowers that emerge from pink buds during December,

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Plant of the Month: Abies Nordmanniana

Plant of the Month: Abies Nordmanniana

Ransoms | 1st December 2022

What better Plant of the Month than the Abies Nordmanniana, better known as the Nordmann fir or Caucasian fir. Many of us will be bringing them into our home this month, Nordmann trees are evergreen conifers, indigenous to Georgia, Russian Caucasus and parts of Turkey, though the ones found in Turkey are a subspecies called Abies nordmanniana subsp. equi-trojani or What better Plant of the Month than the Abies Nordmanniana, better known as the Nordmann fir or Caucasian fir. Many of us will be

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Plant of the Month: Skimmia

Plant of the Month: Skimmia

Ransoms | 1st November 2022

The perfect shrub to be our Plant of the Month now that we’re approaching Christmas, its lovely, long-lasting red berries against the dark green waxy leaves are reminiscent of a less spikey looking holly, and bring us into the Christmas spirit. Skimmias are very easy shrubs that bear lovely fragrant flowers in spring. They are The perfect shrub to be our Plant of the Month now that we’re approaching Christmas, its lovely, long-lasting red berries against

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New trees at Ransoms

New trees at Ransoms

Ransoms | 18th October 2022

Here are lists and prices of what you will currently find in our tree areaOrnamental trees list: https://bit.ly/3CdObOWFruit trees list: https://bit.ly/3CaKVE1 We can’t stress enough how important it is to get your trees into the ground now.🌳 Planting young trees in Autumn gives them a head start for when next year’s summer, and accompanying heat, Here are lists and prices of what you will currently find in our tree areaOrnamental trees list: https://bit.ly/3CdObOWFruit trees list: https://bit.ly/3CaKVE1

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Plant of the Month: Heather

Plant of the Month: Heather

Ransoms | 3rd October 2022

Calluna vulgaris, better know as common Heather, is our plant of the month. This humble plant invokes images of strolling through heathlands on a crisp Sunday afternoon in late Autumn. They are a great choice for all year round interest. Blooming from mid-summer to early fall and being extremely cold-hardy, surviving severe exposure and freezing Calluna vulgaris, better know as common Heather, is our plant of the month. This humble plant invokes images of strolling through

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Wildlife Care

Wildlife Care

Ransoms | 10th August 2022

There is plenty that you can do to benefit nature and attract and aid wildlife in your garden. And remember, what benefits wildlife also benefits you, as a gardener. The more biodiversity you can bring to your space, the more vibrant and resilient it will be. Ransoms offers a wide range of wildlife care products, There is plenty that you can do to benefit nature and attract and aid wildlife in your garden. And remember, what

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Plant of the Month: White Hydrangea

Plant of the Month: White Hydrangea

Ransoms | 2nd August 2022

When thinking of hydrangea, images of soft blues and lovely pinks will enter the mind. We wanted to highlight white hydrangea, as they have so much going for them. They are extremely versatility, easily blending into already established landscapes, planting white hydrangea is an excellent way to add dimension and interest to flower beds and When thinking of hydrangea, images of soft blues and lovely pinks will enter the mind. We wanted to highlight white hydrangea,

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Plant of the Month: Garden Succulents

Plant of the Month: Garden Succulents

Ransoms | 1st June 2022

Often misunderstood to only be for adorning indoor spaces, succulents of course originate from he wild and are used to being outdoor. Especially now they make the perfect plant for your garden or balcony, the sun is out and the temperatures are rising. An added bonus of the succulent, they require relatively little care, so Often misunderstood to only be for adorning indoor spaces, succulents of course originate from he wild and are used to being

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Growing with Ransoms – A beginners Guide to gardening

Growing with Ransoms – A beginners Guide to gardening

Ransoms | 11th May 2022

We understand that new gardeners can find gardening daunting, intimidating even! That’s why offer to lend a simple hand to how best go about things, in bite-sized steps. And of course, we are always present inside the actual garden centre to advise and help you. Don’t hesitate to pop by! How to Keep Plants in We understand that new gardeners can find gardening daunting, intimidating even! That’s why offer to lend a simple hand to how

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RJA&HS All Island Garden Competition 2022 – Jersey, Channel Islands

RJA&HS All Island Garden Competition 2022 – Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 10th May 2022

The All Island Garden Competition held by the RJA&HS will take place this year on 12th, 13th & 14th July. Anyone can participate and with 22 classes to enter into there is something for everyone, whether you have a large garden, small patio garden, allotment or community garden. Also restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions are The All Island Garden Competition held by the RJA&HS will take place this year on 12th, 13th & 14th July. Anyone

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Plant of the Month: Clematis

Plant of the Month: Clematis

Ransoms | 9th May 2022

Originally from the Far East, clematis have long climbed its way into the hearts of the British gardener, with many of the most stunning varieties being cultivated on UK soil. The clematis is one to cover many seasons, with Winter/Spring bloomers, (late) Summer clematis and even into Autumn some clematis show their beauty. When choosing Originally from the Far East, clematis have long climbed its way into the hearts of the British gardener, with many of

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Plant of the Month: Peony

Plant of the Month: Peony

Ransoms | 8th April 2022

The peony is a symbol of wealth and prosperity and is considered one of the most beautiful flowers in China. Historically, peonies were grown and enjoyed by Chinese emperors and other important people. Bringing these generous herbaceous perennials into your garden now will mean you have all summer to enjoy their gorgeous blooms. Not only lovely to The peony is a symbol of wealth and prosperity and is considered one of the most beautiful flowers in China. Historically, peonies were

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Best Outdoor Garden Furniture Guide 2022

Best Outdoor Garden Furniture Guide 2022

Ransoms | 17th March 2022

Great garden furniture can take your garden to the next level. With our Outdoor Furniture guide 2022, the hard work has been done for Great garden furniture can take your garden to the next level. With our Outdoor Furniture guide 2022, the hard work has

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Tree of the Month: Japanese Cherry Blossom Trees

Tree of the Month: Japanese Cherry Blossom Trees

Ransoms | 28th February 2022

When we think of Spring, we not only imagine daffodils and crocuses bursting from the ground, but also the dazzling display of Japanese cherry blossom trees. The Japanese flowering cherry is known as the Prunus serrulata, comprising various cultivars, all with their own distinct qualities and features.At Ransoms we stock over 30 different cultivars of Japanese When we think of Spring, we not only imagine daffodils and crocuses bursting from the ground, but also the dazzling display

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Give a Tree as a Sign of Love this Valentine’s Day

Give a Tree as a Sign of Love this Valentine’s Day

Ransoms | 3rd February 2022

When we think about gift giving on Valentine’s Day we think about a bouquet of roses, chocolates and a card.It can all feel a little forced, but when you use this day to give something meaningful you can turn it into a day of sincere love that’s actually worth remembering. That’s why we would like When we think about gift giving on Valentine’s Day we think about a bouquet of roses, chocolates and a card.It can

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Plant of the Month: Daphnes

Plant of the Month: Daphnes

Ransoms | 1st February 2022

Daphnes are one of the most loved garden plants, they are often evergreen, many grow into a natural neat dome shape and they produce flowers with the most exquisite scent in gentle shades of pink or white. They are usually grafted and are not easy to propagate so they can be more expensive than other equal sized Daphnes are one of the most loved garden plants, they are often evergreen, many grow into a natural neat dome shape

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New David Austin Roses January 2022

New David Austin Roses January 2022

Ransoms | 24th January 2022

We are thrilled to receive the very first David Austin roses of the year. Please see the full list below for all roses coming in this week, with some gorgeous new varieties.For pre-orders, please email us at: plantsales@ransoms.je Shrubs: BOSCOBELCHARLES DARWINDAME JUDI DENCHDESDEMONAEMILY BRONTEEUSTACIA VYEGENTLE HERMIONEHARLOW CARRJAMES L AUSTINLADY OF SHALOTTLICHFIELD ANGELMOLINEUXNYE BEVANOLIVIA ROSE AUSTINPORT We are thrilled to receive the very first David Austin roses of the year. Please see the full list below for

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Plant of the Month: Camellia

Plant of the Month: Camellia

Ransoms | 5th January 2022

Winter time in the garden isn’t as bad as one might think. There is plenty of evergreen and other spectacular sights to keep the eye entertained.One such beauty is the Camellia. We never tire of the intricate petal growth, which come in many different colours and shapes.Originally found in Asian countries like China, Japan and Winter time in the garden isn’t as bad as one might think. There is plenty of evergreen and other spectacular sights

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Autumn is for Tree Planting.

Autumn is for Tree Planting.

Ransoms | 19th October 2021

By Dale Crook, Outdoor Plant Manager at Ransoms Garden Centre Autumn is nature’s planting time. The cooler temperatures reduce the amount of watering required and allow the plant time to settle in to its new home before spring. Tree planting is easier than you think and anyone can get involved and now is the perfect By Dale Crook, Outdoor Plant Manager at Ransoms Garden Centre Autumn is nature’s planting time. The cooler temperatures reduce the amount

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Plant of the Month: Liquidambar Styraciflua

Plant of the Month: Liquidambar Styraciflua

Ransoms | 22nd September 2021

Commonly known as the ‘sweet gum’, Liquidambar styraciflua is a hardy, deciduous tree. Native to warm temperate areas of eastern North America it is noted for its glossy, maple-like leaves and more specifically its attractive autumn colour, Liquidambar styraciflua is a small tree growing to approximately 18-25 ft tall with a spread 8-12 ft. It has a Commonly known as the ‘sweet gum’, Liquidambar styraciflua is a hardy, deciduous tree. Native to warm temperate areas of eastern North America

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Autumn Gardening in Jersey, Channel Islands

Autumn Gardening in Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 22nd September 2021

The time for Autumn Gardening has arrived as today, 22nd September, marks the official start of Autumn. Autumn and the early winter months will always bring varied weather to our island. Always expect rain, some sun and of course wind to a greater or lesser force on most days. The trick is to be prepared, The time for Autumn Gardening has arrived as today, 22nd September, marks the official start of Autumn. Autumn and the early

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How to Install a Water Butt

How to Install a Water Butt

Ransoms | 20th August 2021

What you will need: Power drill fitted with a hole saw Hacksaw Water Butt and stand Rain diverter kit Tape Measure How to do it: Choose a flat and solid surface – this will prevent the water butt from sinking or becoming unstable when full. Place the water butt on its stand – this is What you will need: Power drill fitted with a hole saw Hacksaw Water Butt and stand Rain diverter kit Tape Measure

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Fruit trees in Jersey, Channel Islands

Fruit trees in Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 9th August 2021

To check availability or to order please contact us, contact details below. Our fruit trees come on a variety of rootstocks, please see the attached guide to help you pick the best one for your garden. Please call Tel; 856699 and ask for outdoor Plant Sales or email plantsales@ransoms.je All fruit trees are £59 with To check availability or to order please contact us, contact details below. Our fruit trees come on a variety of rootstocks,

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Hydrangeas in Jersey

Hydrangeas in Jersey

Ransoms | 15th July 2021

With big flower heads in beautiful colours, hydrangeas have a charm that’s hard to resist. While these flowering shrubs are low-maintenance, proper care will keep them blooming. They are not fussy about soil types and most, including the climbing Hydrangea, will grow in partial shade. Let us help you get started with this summertime classic. When and where to With big flower heads in beautiful colours, hydrangeas have a charm that’s hard to resist. While these flowering shrubs are low-maintenance, proper care

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New: Gift Cards for Ransoms Garden Centre – Jersey, Channel Islands

New: Gift Cards for Ransoms Garden Centre – Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 5th July 2021

Our new Gift cards for Ransoms Garden Centre. Whether you live in the island or overseas, order it online and we send it to your loved Our new Gift cards for Ransoms Garden Centre. Whether you live in the island or overseas, order it online and we

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How to: Throw a Summer Garden Party in Jersey

How to: Throw a Summer Garden Party in Jersey

Ransoms | 1st July 2021

How to throw a summer garden party in Jersey. From cushions to BBQs and cocktails, Ransoms has everything you need for your garden How to throw a summer garden party in Jersey. From cushions to BBQs and cocktails, Ransoms has everything you need for

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BBQs and Barbecuing in Jersey

BBQs and Barbecuing in Jersey

Ransoms | 10th June 2021

The weather is getting better and we have enjoying wafts of barbecue scents coming over walls and fences. It’s contagious and gets you in the mood to get the fire going in your own garden or patio. Putting up the BBQ, turning on the gas or throwing in some coals and grilling away is just The weather is getting better and we have enjoying wafts of barbecue scents coming over walls and fences. It’s contagious and

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Watch You Back! Campaign with the Melanoma Fund

Watch You Back! Campaign with the Melanoma Fund

Ransoms | 5th June 2021

Watch Your Back! is a sun protection campaign for gardeners and horticulturists. The aim is to raise awareness of skin cancer, by promoting the benefits of good sun protection and regular skin checking habits.Those who spend lots of time outdoors can underestimate the risk of accumulated sun exposure. However, skin cancer has reached epidemic levels, Watch Your Back! is a sun protection campaign for gardeners and horticulturists. The aim is to raise awareness of skin cancer,

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How to be greener in your garden – Jersey, Channel Islands

How to be greener in your garden – Jersey, Channel Islands

Ransoms | 19th May 2021

With the current focus on being respectful to our planet, it’s easy to forget that your garden or outside space can often be the simplest place to start. There are things you can do whilst gardening that will help too. Here are 3 key areas in garden where you can do your With the current focus on being respectful to our planet, it’s easy to forget that your garden or outside space can

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Effortless Eco-conscious Elegance – One Hundred Stars at The Potting Shed

Effortless Eco-conscious Elegance – One Hundred Stars at The Potting Shed

Ransoms | 28th April 2021

Absolute showstoppers are the beautiful kimonos and scarfs for UK brand One Hundred Stars. They are printed with unique and dazzling designs. Wear them in summer for an effortless breezy look, or in winter over a thick sweater to layer and make your outfit unique. Not only are the items from One Hundred Stars stunning, Absolute showstoppers are the beautiful kimonos and scarfs for UK brand One Hundred Stars. They are printed with unique and dazzling

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Garden Lighting

Garden Lighting

Ransoms | 25th February 2021

Lighting up your garden after dark transforms it into an outdoor living room, so you don’t have to go in just because the sun has. Once night falls, use clever garden lighting to turn your outdoor space into a theatrical stage set full of drama and intrigue. In our garden centre in Jersey you’ll find a wide range Lighting up your garden after dark transforms it into an outdoor living room, so you don’t have to go in just because

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Dealing with garden pests

Dealing with garden pests

Ransoms | 25th February 2021

In the battle against all the creepy crawlies which would like to enjoy your plants as much as you do, it’s a good idea to be well-armed. You’ll find everything you need to fight the good fight in our garden centre in Jersey: keep these essentials in the garden shed and you’ll be prepared at all times In the battle against all the creepy crawlies which would like to enjoy your plants as much as you do, it’s

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Trees in Jersey

Trees in Jersey

Ransoms | 24th February 2021

Ransoms has a large and expert outdoor plant department in Jersey. Our friendly staff will guide and advise you on the best trees for planting in Jersey. New trees are now in. For all trees prices, please click: Tips for planting young trees: PlantingDig a hole roughly twice the size of the pot and back fill Ransoms has a large and expert outdoor plant department in Jersey. Our friendly staff will guide and advise you on the

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Seeds and Seed planting in Jersey

Seeds and Seed planting in Jersey

Ransoms | 24th February 2021

Ransoms has a large and expert seed and seed planting department in Jersey. Our friendly staff will guide and advise you on the best seeds for the seasons and everything realted to seeds and seed planting in Jersey. The Essential Seeds Watching a seed germinate and grow is a hugely exciting part of your gardening Ransoms has a large and expert seed and seed planting department in Jersey. Our friendly staff will guide and advise you

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Ransoms Pet Shop in Jersey

Ransoms Pet Shop in Jersey

Ransoms | 24th February 2021

Ransoms has a large Pet & Wildlife department , making it the best one-stop pet shop in Jersey. Whether you keep a dog, cat, budgie or rabbit, fish, or poultry, your pets are part of your family and you’ll want the very best for them. Here in our garden centre you’ll find all you need to Ransoms has a large Pet & Wildlife department , making it the best one-stop pet shop in Jersey. Whether you keep

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Houseplants in Jersey

Houseplants in Jersey

Ransoms | 24th February 2021

Ransoms has a large and often times rare selection of houseplants in Jersey, carefully selected by our indoor plant experts. We will help you pick the perfect plants for your home situation, give care tips and have an excellent houseplant guarantee. A Garden within the Home Create a garden inside your house with the lush Ransoms has a large and often times rare selection of houseplants in Jersey, carefully selected by our indoor plant experts. We

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Pots: Terracotta and Plastic Pots, a comparison.

Pots: Terracotta and Plastic Pots, a comparison.

Ransoms | 22nd February 2021

There’s a huge choice of containers available in our garden centre in Jersey, but two types remain most popular: clay terracotta, or versatile plastic. So which is best for you, we look at both sides of terracotta and plastic pots. Terracotta has the look of a richly organic traditional material, yet you’ll find angular modern designs There’s a huge choice of containers available in our garden centre in Jersey, but two types remain most popular: clay terracotta, or

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Herb Baskets

Herb Baskets

Ransoms | 22nd February 2021

Hanging baskets from the range available in our Jersey garden centre make a wonderfully natural setting for bulbs, pansies, primulas but also for all sorts of herbs. It makes a charming gift – and it’s perfect for spoiling yourself, too. Learn everything about Herb Baskets. Pick out a style and colour that catches your eye, Hanging baskets from the range available in our Jersey garden centre make a wonderfully natural setting for bulbs, pansies, primulas but

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Plant Pots and Containers in Jersey

Plant Pots and Containers in Jersey

Ransoms | 22nd February 2021

Most plants will grow quite happily in containers and you can make just as fabulous a display using plants in pot and containers as you can in the garden – great news if you’re short on outdoor space. In our garden centre you’ll find a plant pot or container for every plant: just match your plants to Most plants will grow quite happily in containers and you can make just as fabulous a display using plants in pot and

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Home Furniture in Jersey

Home Furniture in Jersey

Ransoms | 19th February 2021

At Ransoms Garden Centre we care about what kind of furniture we sell. Not only does it need to be functional and top quality, but also eye-catching and long lasting. The brands we carry reflect this. We stock the iconic Orla Kiely, Keamingk, Daro and the unique and vibrant Clarke & Clarke and always strive At Ransoms Garden Centre we care about what kind of furniture we sell. Not only does it need to be functional

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Garden Tools in Jersey

Garden Tools in Jersey

Ransoms | 16th February 2021

Tools are a gardener’s best friend – and top of the list come your trusty hand tools, pressed into daily service for everything from pruning to digging to sowing to Tools are a gardener’s best friend – and top of the list come your trusty hand tools, pressed into daily service

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Fruit Trees and Bushes in Jersey

Fruit Trees and Bushes in Jersey

Ransoms | 16th February 2021

Healthy and supremely tasty, fresh-picked fruit from the garden is one of the real luxuries of growing your Healthy and supremely tasty, fresh-picked fruit from the garden is one of the real luxuries of growing your

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Bulbs and planting in Jersey

Bulbs and planting in Jersey

Ransoms | 16th February 2021

Bulbs aren't just for spring: you can have flowering bulbs in your garden all year round with a little Bulbs aren't just for spring: you can have flowering bulbs in your garden all year round with a little

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Soil, Compost and Fertiliser in Jersey

Soil, Compost and Fertiliser in Jersey

Ransoms | 16th February 2021

The soil beneath your feet is your most precious resource in the garden: look after it, and your plants thrive. There’s a huge range of bagged soil, compost and fertiliser in our garden centre in Jersey to keep container plants happy and your soil in tip-top health. Multipurpose compost is perfect for container-grown bedding, cuttings and potting on. In The soil beneath your feet is your most precious resource in the garden: look after it, and your plants thrive. There’s a

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Rose bushes in Jersey

Rose bushes in Jersey

Ransoms | 19th December 2020

The wonderful thing about roses is their breadth of colour, their fragrance, long flowering period and sheer exuberance that slots perfectly into almost any garden. Where there is a rose there is always some joy and love, an Ode to the Rose bushes in Jersey. Aside from times of extreme weather, roses can be planted The wonderful thing about roses is their breadth of colour, their fragrance, long flowering period and sheer exuberance that slots perfectly

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Best Garden Furniture Guide 2021

Best Garden Furniture Guide 2021

Ransoms | 18th December 2020

Getting Your Garden Furniture right for you, your space and your lifestyle Great garden furniture can take your garden to the next level. But choosing the right furniture for you isn’t always straight forward. With so many options available, it’s easy to lose track of what is important for you, your family, your space and Getting Your Garden Furniture right for you, your space and your lifestyle Great garden furniture can take your garden to the

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Barbecues in Jersey with Ransoms

Barbecues in Jersey with Ransoms

Ransoms | 10th December 2020

Ransoms stocks a large range of bbq’s. We carry Weber, Landmann and exclusively to Ransoms in Jersey; Char-Broil. We have a large selection of Gas and Charcoal barbecues in stock, please look in our online shop for our current range or come and see us in store for expert advice and extended products for all your Ransoms stocks a large range of bbq’s. We carry Weber, Landmann and exclusively to Ransoms in Jersey; Char-Broil. We have a large

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