Welcome to Burston Garden Centre
Hertfordshire’s favourite choice for home & garden
Our award winning, independent garden centre formula is based on providing thoughtfully sourced products, delivered with passion and expertise, a service we have been committed to delivering since we opened in 1978. Our friendly and knowledgeable team take pride in delivering more than just value for money. First class advice and extensive product ranges mean that we can provide everything you need for your home & garden – and a fun day out too!
Award Winning
We’re thrilled to have received various awards
Latest from our Gardening Blog
It’s time to plant spring bulbs!
Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned pro, autumn is the perfect time to prepare for a dazzling spring display. From tulips and daffodils to hyacinths and crocuses, planting bulbs now ensures a burst of colour when warmer days return. Our guide covers everything you need to know—choosing the right bulbs, preparing your soil, planting at the correct depth, and caring for your blooms—so you can look forward to a vibrant, healthy garden in the spring.
How to force indoor hyacinths in time for Christmas blooms
Want to enjoy the rich fragrance and vibrant colour of hyacinths this Christmas? Now’s the perfect time to start forcing your bulbs. With just a pot, soil, and a little patience, you can coax these winter beauties into flowering indoors. Our simple guide walks you through choosing pre-chilled bulbs, creating the right growing conditions, and caring for them until they burst into festive bloom—just in time for the holiday celebrations.
“Wonderful Place to Visit”
Lovely garden centre with lots of things to see and buy. Very friendly staff and so helpful. The restaurant serves a great breakfast, lunch & tea! Always try and visit when in the area.
Sanbran, Trip Advisor
“A good place to break up a long journey”
We stopped here to eat with our young family members to break up a long drive. The food was varied and excellent and the staff were all very friendly and helpful.
RugbyRuthy, Trip Advisor