tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post2698933969122462271..comments2023-07-07T10:58:26.789+01:00Comments on The Good Life: Bargain HuntingJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-62956073453356491952012-08-30T16:40:43.321+01:002012-08-30T16:40:43.321+01:00I don't think we will be able to make the show...I don't think we will be able to make the show this year, Brian. Good luck, hope you get some winners.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-76001317661348922992012-08-29T21:01:07.738+01:002012-08-29T21:01:07.738+01:00I don't actually have an allotment, just a fai...I don't actually have an allotment, just a fairly large garden. I will be showing a few things at the Garforth show this coming Saturday.Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-25499982733624682052012-08-28T21:34:51.365+01:002012-08-28T21:34:51.365+01:00I have an allotment in Garforth, Brian. I have to ...I have an allotment in Garforth, Brian. I have to admit that I don't often look in the allotment society shed, I shall definitely take a look now. Are you a Garforth allotment tenant?Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-38773853930729149482012-08-27T19:43:43.366+01:002012-08-27T19:43:43.366+01:00For the basics like compost and fertiliser etc, th...For the basics like compost and fertiliser etc, the cheapest place in the area has to be the Garforth allotment society shed just off Church Lane.<br />Apologies if I am telling you something that you already know.Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-11187992793696867922012-08-27T14:47:44.486+01:002012-08-27T14:47:44.486+01:00I agree, Brian. We could do with another good nurs...I agree, Brian. We could do with another good nursery in the area, though I don't know of one at the moment.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-49638369813439091472012-08-26T20:37:27.472+01:002012-08-26T20:37:27.472+01:00Agree with the comments about Swillington. I have ...Agree with the comments about Swillington. I have been going there for over 30 years. It was a nursery for gardeners as opposed to lifestyle centres like Savilles and Strikes. Savilles are okay if you want to give the grandkids a ride on the train or spend mega pounds on patio furniture. Ask them for some Hoof and Hornmeal and all you will get are vacant stares.Briannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-55109410537969721862012-08-23T11:41:56.873+01:002012-08-23T11:41:56.873+01:00I'll have to have a look at them, Sue, but I h...I'll have to have a look at them, Sue, but I haven't come across any which have been as good as Swillington. We take Archie with us to Poppleton Garden Centre, part of The Garden Centre Group which used to be Wyevales. It's on the A59 on the outskirts of York and dogs are allowed inside as well as out. I always manage to pick up some seed bargains when they have their seed sale on, 50p per packet.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-63347493003065781472012-08-23T11:37:06.335+01:002012-08-23T11:37:06.335+01:00I know the one in Rothwell Jo - it's at the en...I know the one in Rothwell Jo - it's at the end of Wood Lane and there is another near Middleton which is close. Neither are a patch on Swillington though and at Swillington we could take the dog as she was allowed outside in the plant bit. Sue Garretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164518448098182276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-22146623164239149602012-08-23T11:28:07.067+01:002012-08-23T11:28:07.067+01:00I'm within walking distance of Savilles, Sue, ...I'm within walking distance of Savilles, Sue, but I don't go very often as it's not great. I seem to remember a garden centre in Rothwell which we used to go to a number of years ago, I wonder if it's still there, I'll have to investigate. I don't know the area very well so can't say where abouts it was, but will let you know if I manage to find it.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-74765836944293286562012-08-23T11:23:14.681+01:002012-08-23T11:23:14.681+01:00Strikes were going to be my alternative for a quic...Strikes were going to be my alternative for a quick ride when I go to my sisters in Rothwell. Must admit I'm not keen on Savilles but haven't been for ages so maybe it's better.Sue Garretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164518448098182276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-19092017876511212432012-08-23T09:17:08.254+01:002012-08-23T09:17:08.254+01:00It will be sad to see it go, Kelli. I'm just h...It will be sad to see it go, Kelli. I'm just hoping that I manage to find somewhere else as good nearby.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-84978415462270831492012-08-23T09:13:05.930+01:002012-08-23T09:13:05.930+01:00Such a shame the garden centre is closing down, es...Such a shame the garden centre is closing down, especially a family business. Some tough times for many businesses. The plants you purchased sound great, hope they do well and a good way to remember the local nursery in years to come.Kellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06263430746482725687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-80847096788968916242012-08-23T07:46:12.954+01:002012-08-23T07:46:12.954+01:00It's such a shame that it's closing, Su. I...It's such a shame that it's closing, Su. I've used the nursery for many years and it will be missed.<br /><br />It would be great to open a micro nursery, Sue, do let us know if you decide to go ahead. Glad to hear a good review of the plum, I shall look forward to it bearing fruit.<br /><br />I think it's hard for all independent shops at the moment, Wellywoman, not only because of the recession but small businesses in general find it very hard going. I'm looking forward to the rose blooming.<br /><br />I'm sure the owner will still give Rocky his seed fix, Sue. I've heard that Strikes on Swillington Common is closing, not surprising really as Savilles on the Cliff is part of the Strikes group. Also, Hayes on the A64 is also supposed to be closing.<br /><br />All my trees are staying in containers, Anne. I've got four trees now, they really don't take up much more space than a container of flowers. Something to think about.<br /><br />I love looking round garden centres too, Pam, but much prefer a nursery when I'm looking to make a purchase. Garden centres tend to be overpriced and only carry stock of the most common things.<br /><br />I haven't tasted a gooseberry since I was a child, Martyn, I hope I like them. I think I've done the right thing going for a thornless variety.<br /><br />I'm on the lookout now for another good nursery where I can do my shopping, Mo. The one which is closing down was so convenient, I didn't have to travel far to it.<br /><br />It was a really good sale, Tanya, just about everything was half price. Everyone was filling up their cars, and I even saw people arriving in vans.<br /><br />Thanks, Anna. A week and a bit to my birthday, who knows, I may get some blooms on the rose.<br /><br />Many businesses are struggling in the recession, Martin. It's such a shame when they can't continue though, especially like yours, being the only one in the town.<br /><br />Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436932004631816039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-24762128376485698432012-08-23T07:27:05.645+01:002012-08-23T07:27:05.645+01:00I'm sure I posted a comment on this post...may...I'm sure I posted a comment on this post...maybe I read it and was going to comment when I got interrupted. Anyway it's a shame to see the nursery go but at least you managed to grab some great bargains before it closed it's doors. Hope all your fruit gives you great harvests!!allotments4youhttp://www.allotments4you.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-27224146134523654662012-08-22T22:31:32.602+01:002012-08-22T22:31:32.602+01:00Sounds like you got some good deals.
The only gar...Sounds like you got some good deals.<br /><br />The only garden centre in our town closed down at the beginning of this year, but many others in the vicinity are struggling or have also closed. It's a real shame!Martin and Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16156539747964207702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-32538250118195247592012-08-22T20:16:56.615+01:002012-08-22T20:16:56.615+01:00Always somewhat upsetting when a favourite nursery...Always somewhat upsetting when a favourite nursery disappears Jo :(<br />You certainly came home with some real treasures. Hope that you enjoy your special day when it arrives and that is full of fun and flowers!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10794392333038962798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-74187661832096294832012-08-22T17:55:28.237+01:002012-08-22T17:55:28.237+01:00It is a shame to see your nursery closing down...b...It is a shame to see your nursery closing down...but also good that you managed to visit and get yourself some bargains before they shut their doors for the last time.allotments4youhttp://www.allotments4you.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-4594547538240759882012-08-22T16:29:01.208+01:002012-08-22T16:29:01.208+01:00How sad that you are losing a favourite nursery, b...How sad that you are losing a favourite nursery, but you got some good bargains ;)Mohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05252983027018111307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-68551479759436409442012-08-22T09:54:26.728+01:002012-08-22T09:54:26.728+01:00I like the sound of that thornless gooseberry Jo.
...I like the sound of that thornless gooseberry Jo.<br />Think you got some good bargins before they close.Martynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05245774393957298668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-60055901810821786652012-08-22T09:51:01.344+01:002012-08-22T09:51:01.344+01:00I love a bargain, Jo, and you did well! I hope you...I love a bargain, Jo, and you did well! I hope you get lots of fruit. I'm sorry to hear the recession is causing garden centers to close (although this is not the case with your nursery). I hope none of my favorites are closing -- visiting them when I'm in England is one of my biggest joys. P. xPam's English Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01359787694149174369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-19565986717857720682012-08-21T21:34:19.555+01:002012-08-21T21:34:19.555+01:00Hi Jo, You got some good buys there.Its a real sha...Hi Jo, You got some good buys there.Its a real shame when things have to close. I would love some fruit trees but our garden is so small I dont think it would take any.Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00462752559193522943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-50063369449676774262012-08-21T18:41:39.639+01:002012-08-21T18:41:39.639+01:00Just to add after reading the other comments that ...Just to add after reading the other comments that the nursery is closing as the owners are retiring and the site is also one of their homes so can't be sold as a business as he doesn't want to move - it's not that they are struggling.Sue Garretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164518448098182276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-61179488082322932072012-08-21T18:39:34.962+01:002012-08-21T18:39:34.962+01:00It is a shame and I told them we would miss them! ...It is a shame and I told them we would miss them! Rocky Robin even popped in to say goodbye while we were there - don't know what he will do for his seed fix. Which other bnurseries are closing?Sue Garretthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08164518448098182276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-9545696856064172852012-08-21T16:01:49.478+01:002012-08-21T16:01:49.478+01:00It's sad to hear the nursery is closing down. ...It's sad to hear the nursery is closing down. I think it's really hard for independents generally but the recession is putting even bigger pressure on them.<br /><br />Looks like you've got some real bargains there and you'll have bumper crops of fruit in the year to come. <br /><br />The standard rose sounds lovely and the perfect name for a birthday present.wellywomanhttp://www.wellywoman.wordpess.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8184901344095001216.post-49488838853228834362012-08-21T11:28:02.434+01:002012-08-21T11:28:02.434+01:00It's such a shame to hear of another nursery c...It's such a shame to hear of another nursery closing. Like you say a sign of the times. I would love to open a micro nursery been thinking about it for some time. <br />I love your bargains. Cazr is a fab plum. The rose is a stunner to. Hope you get to visit again before the Nursery closes and find some more exciting bargains.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com