Business Details
We are Glendoick Garden Centre, a familyowned business rooted in Perthshire since 1953. Our nursery was founded by Euan and Peter Cox, and the garden centre itself opened in 1973 under the guidance of Tricia Cox. Over the decades, we have cultivated a reputation for excellence in horticulture, specialising in rhododendrons and azaleas. Kenneth Cox, a worldrenowned rhododendron expert, and his predecessors have bred and launched more than 100 commercial hybrids. We have authored over 20 books, with four titles awarded UK Garden Book of the Year, underscoring our depth of knowledge. Our commitment to quality extends to every product we offer, from carefully selected plants to premium tools, compost, and feeds.
We solve our customers challenges by providing tailored advice, ensuring each visitor finds the right solution for their garden. Our standards are guided by sustainability, transparency, and a dedication to responsible sourcing. We continually innovate, as seen in our awardwinning Fairy Trail, which invites families into a magical woodland experience. We prioritise client satisfaction, offering a dogfriendly caf open seven days a week and free soft play for children. Together, we create a welcoming environment where gardening passion meets community warmth, ensuring every visit leaves a lasting impression.
We solve our customers challenges by providing tailored advice, ensuring each visitor finds the right solution for their garden. Our standards are guided by sustainability, transparency, and a dedication to responsible sourcing. We continually innovate, as seen in our awardwinning Fairy Trail, which invites families into a magical woodland experience. We prioritise client satisfaction, offering a dogfriendly caf open seven days a week and free soft play for children. Together, we create a welcoming environment where gardening passion meets community warmth, ensuring every visit leaves a lasting impression.
Highlights and features
- We have 70+ years of family horticultural experience.
- We bred and launched over 100 rhododendron and azalea hybrids.
- We published 20 books, 4 UK Garden Book of the Year.
- We offer free Fairy Trail and outdoor play for families.
- We provide a dogfriendly caf open 7 days a week.
Services
Rhododendron & Azalea Breeding
We breed and launch over 100 commercial rhododendron and azalea hybrids. Our hybrids are used worldwide by growers and enthusiasts seeking hardy, ornamental varieties. This expertise supports our reputation as a leading source of unique, climateadapted plants for collectors everywhere.
Gardening Supplies
We offer a comprehensive range of plants, tools, compost, feeds, weedkillers, pots and more. Our selection caters to both amateur gardeners and professional landscapers seeking highquality, sustainable products. All items are sourced locally or from trusted suppliers to ensure reliability and environmental stewardship.
Fairy Trail Experience
We have created a free Fairy Trail through ancient oak woodland, featuring painted fairy doors and winding paths. Families can explore hidden doors, listen for woodland sounds, and even send wishes to the sky. The trail offers enchanting photo opportunities and a magical escape for children and adults alike.
Caf & Foodhall
Our caf serves quality coffee, pastries, and a children's menu in a relaxed setting. The Foodhall offers a curated selection of local foods, gifts, and seasonal produce. Open seven days a week, it is a dogfriendly destination for families and visitors.
