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I made the mistake, the other morning, of going out without a coat. It turned out to be ok. I didn’t freeze and I didn’t get soaked. That made me think how close we are to better days and opportunities to get out in the garden.

EQUINOX (Spring)
The arrival of Spring has seemed to have taken a long time but we have now arrived, thank goodness. Whilst the rain, rain could really do with going away, the higher temperatures are surely here to stay. Opportunity is the right word. Right now is the perfect time to start your gardening and you can choose the best options to suit you. Seeds can be grown now or plug plants potted on to get ahead. Weeds in the garden can easily be identified and removed and available spaces filled with new plants. Existing plants can be moved accordingly to better suited positions or if one particular plant proved a favourite last year, perhaps see if another of the same type could flourish nearby too. Rain washed borders can be replenished with nutrient-rich composts and damp areas bolstered with bark or stone chippings. Lawns can be re-loved with seed or fresh turf for immediate impact. There is a lot to do and lists always help, look, here’s ours:

Now in Stock:
Spring flowering Pansy, Viola, Bellis and Primroses.
Herb plants, Strawberry plants, Onions and Garlic bulbs.
Multipurpose Compost, Bark and Topsoil.
Summer plug plants and Summer flowering bulbs.
Manure, Tomato planters, Lettuce and Tomato plants.
Lawn seed, lawn food, rolls of turf.
Outdoor pots and stone chipping.
Pond plants and water lilies.
and so much more!

STOCKS
Here at Whilton Locks the team work really hard to ensure the whole centre is always very well stocked and beautifully displayed. From pots to plants and everything for pets, to the very best choice of quality Garden Furniture, in the area, with immediate availability via collection or delivery. Fully independent, we can stock Garden Furniture styles, colours and finishes you say you love and we are able to be pretty flexible too. Mix and match your styles, no hard sell and try before you buy. The very best prices for smiles – comfortably.

LOCKS: New – and now open
The Lock House, the brand new building to the left of our main road entrance, welcomed a trio of traders this week as they opened their doors for the very first time. Heart & Soul Candles, Lock House Antiques and Mobility Your Way join H Mcilroy London and Lock House Barbers extending further the range and choice at Whilton Locks Garden Village. Why not pop in and say “hello” next time you are here?

Time off over Easter offers opportunity to get in your garden, see what you need and come and see what we have in stock today. Opportunity knocks.

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CHOCS (of the Easter style)
We welcome back our traditional Easter Egg Hunt. 23rd March – to 1st April, Easter Monday. No booking required. (We will be closed Easter Sunday) Easter Egg Hunts: Proof your child can find things when they really want to!  Cuddle Sessions return for the Easter holidays, 3rd and 10th April.
You can book here https://www.whiltonlocksgardenvillage.com/product/cuddle-day-meet-the-animals/ now.

So To Summarise
Stocks, locks, chocs and looking the boll… sorrybest… to Spring into the brand new season.

Hop on over soon
Whilton Locks Garden Village

PS
Oh the Bunny? He sings, things. See if you can find him during your next visit.