Business Details
Your Trusted Garden Centre for Plants and Hedging in Taunton
Established over 70 years ago, Greenshutters Nurseries & Garden Centre has grown from a small family-run operation into one of Somerset's most respected horticultural destinations. Our expertise spans three generations of the Eavis family, who have dedicated themselves to cultivating high-quality plants and providing exceptional customer service. We specialise in a comprehensive range of garden plants, including rare and unusual species, alongside our renowned collection of hedging plants, which is among the largest in the South West. Our knowledgeable team, led by owner Roger Eavis, combines academic expertise in plant physiology with hands-on experience to offer tailored advice and practical assistance. We maintain two dedicated growing sites, including a 14-acre facility for our online hedging business, ensuring year-round availability of mature plants.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our carefully curated product selection, from specimen trees and Japanese maples to bedding plants and garden accessories. The restored wooden greenhouse and scenic benches create a welcoming environment for customers to explore our extensive plant collections. As an independently owned business, we prioritise sustainable growing practices and maintain strict quality control across all our operations. Our nationwide delivery service extends our reach beyond Somerset, while our physical location in Fivehead remains a destination garden centre for local and visiting customers alike. This enduring dedication to horticultural excellence and customer satisfaction continues to make Greenshutters a trusted name in the gardening world.
Services
Garden Plants
Hedging
Trees
Shrubs
Conifers
Alpines
Japanese Maples
Roses
Climbers
Herbaceous Perennials
Highlights and features
- We offer three generations of horticultural expertise since the 1940s
- Our team provides expert gardening advice from qualified professionals
- We stock one of the largest selections of hedging plants in the South West
- Nationwide delivery available through our dedicated logistics network
- Family-owned with strict quality control across 14 acres of growing sites
Services
Hedging Plants
We specialise in evergreen hedging plants including laurel, leylandii, and Portuguese laurel. Our extensive range caters to both immediate screening needs and long-term garden planning. All plants are grown on-site to ensure quality and adaptability to UK conditions.
Garden Plants
Our garden centre showcases a comprehensive selection of ornamental plants including roses, climbers, and herbaceous perennials. We offer both common favourites and rare specimens to suit diverse garden styles and growing conditions across Somerset.
Tree Supply
We provide a wide range of trees from young saplings to mature specimens. Our collection includes both native and exotic species, with particular expertise in Japanese maples and specimen conifers grown specifically for UK gardens.
Garden Accessories
Our shop offers essential gardening tools, plant feeds, and containers to support successful gardening. We stock premium brands alongside our own specialist products like Greenshutters Controlled Release Feed for optimal plant growth.
Online Hedging
Through EVERGREENHEDGING.com, we deliver hedging plants nationwide using specialist couriers. This service extends our physical garden centre's offerings, providing access to our full range of hedging solutions to customers across the UK.
People
Roger Eavis
Owner
Roger Eavis, third-generation horticulturist and owner of Greenshutters, holds a PhD in Plant Physiology from Wye College. With experience in agricultural research and lecturing at SRUC, he combines academic expertise with practical knowledge to lead the business since 1998.
Questions
What types of plants do you specialise in?
We specialise in hedging plants, ornamental trees including Japanese maples, roses, climbers, herbaceous perennials, and a wide range of shrubs suitable for UK gardens.
Do you offer nationwide delivery?
Yes, through our online hedging shop EVERGREENHEDGING.com we offer nationwide delivery using specialist couriers for all our hedging plants.
Are your plants grown locally?
All our plants are grown at our Somerset facilities, including a 14-acre site specifically for hedging plants, ensuring they're acclimatised to UK growing conditions.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Saturday 9am-5:30pm (5pm in January & February), and Sundays 10am-4pm throughout the year.
Do you provide gardening advice?
Yes, our knowledgeable team, led by owner Roger Eavis, provides expert gardening advice and practical assistance with plant selection and care.
Can I visit your nursery?
Yes, our garden centre in Fivehead, Somerset, welcomes visitors to explore our extensive plant collections in a scenic setting with rest areas available.