160 years of Dobbies
Dobbies has been helping British gardeners to grow since 1865.
To pay homage to our roots and celebrate the joys of garden living – past, present and future – we’re bringing you lots of exciting experiences in-store and online. Discover our new and exclusive heritage collection of home and garden accessories, alongside special bulb and seed packs, and join us in-store for limited time afternoon tea and hands-on planting events. Plus, get to know some of our incredible suppliers who help fill our shelves with the best quality products, just for you.
The heritage collection
Taking inspiration from the roots of our business as a seed merchant, we’re excited to launch our brand-new heritage range to celebrate our 160th anniversary.
The bespoke print was chosen by our customers from a selection of designs featuring illustrations from an original Dobbies & Co seed catalogue and signature, dating from 1906. With a limited edition collection that includes a cushion, throw, plant pot, mug, tote bag and candle, there’s something for everyone to celebrate the joys of garden living, past and future.
Heritage tote bag
Perfect for carrying home your latest plant purchases, with a chunky handle for added comfort and support.
Shop nowHeritage ceramic tea for 1
Admire your outdoors over a nice cup of tea with this teapot and matching mug gift set with 5 English Breakfast teabags.
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Combine your love of tea and gardening with this charming plant pot shaped mug, which includes two English Breakfast tea bags.
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This insect habitat comes with strawberry jam and orange marmalade so you can welcome wildlife and indulge in a sweet treat too.
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Hang this charming porcelain teacup and saucer birdfeeder from a tree or fence and watch as wildlife flock to your garden.
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Elevate your home décor with our beautifully crafted, ultra-soft heritage print cushion.
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Add comfort and warmth indoors or out while representing our bespoke heritage green and white floral design.
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Our history
We've curated a timeline of 160 years of Dobbies. Learn all about when Dobbies was founded and the growth from local seed merchant to garden centres throughout the UK.
Get to know our suppliers
Denholm Potato Growers
Established in 1925 as a potato grower and merchant for farmers across the Lothians in Scotland, Denholm Potato Growers has been in partnership with Dobbies since 1966.
What began as just a few varieties is now a whopping selection of 34 different kinds of seed potato, all available across our stores in spring. Learn more about our shared history and hear from our ‘seed potato man’ George Lambart, who’s been with Denholm since 1982.
Events
Heritage planting & afternoon tea
Don’t miss our newest edition of our hands-on planting experience, combined with a delicious afternoon tea featuring RHS Chelsea Flower Show inspired plants.
Heritage afternoon tea
Treat yourself, friends & family to our new hertiage afternoon tea. Designed to celebrate our 160th Birthday, enjoy 3 tiers of delicious traditional savoury and sweet treats for only £17 per person.
