our commitment to a sustainable future
We believe gardening brings colour and joy into your life. We strive for beauty that enriches the natural world. We are passionately committed to making the right decisions for the environment.
Everything we do is with an aim to reduce, recycle and repurpose, where possible. From our plant nursery, which generates its own bio-thermal power, to Perch Hill where we grow 100% peat-free. We are conscious of our actions, considerate of the choices we make and proud of the standard we set.
Our mission is to empower our community to make informed, sustainable choices that contribute to a greener future. Together, we create innovative gardens and growing schemes that serve as sanctuaries for wildlife. We want our customers to feel confident that, as a brand, we cultivate with the utmost care and responsibility for both people and the planet.
Living wage employer
All our employees receive a wage that meets the cost of living
B Corp Certification
We are a business that balances purpose with profit
Planet Mark
We are actively reducing our carbon footprint
B Corp certification
We are thrilled to be the first online garden retailer to be B Corp certified. This means we have been recognised for our great social and environmental performance, and for transparency and accountability in the way that we do business.
sustainability, it's in our nature
100% of our plant nursery heat is generated via four Biothermal mass boilers, fuelled by straw from local fields and local waste wood
6 million litres of water saved from harvesting rainwater which is collected in the reservoir at our nursery
100% of our plant nursery heat is generated via four Biothermal mass boilers, fuelled by straw from local fields and local waste wood
6 million litres of water saved from harvesting rainwater which is collected in the reservoir at our nursery
98% of our parcels are delivered plastic free in recyclable paper and cardboard. We are currently looking at viable alternatives for the remaining 2%
97% of our plants are supplied from UK growers and we are committed to supporting UK businesses and suppliers wherever possible
98% of our parcels are delivered plastic free in recyclable paper and cardboard. We are currently looking at viable alternatives for the remaining 2%
95% of our plants are supplied from UK growers and we are committed to supporting UK businesses and suppliers wherever possible
our sustainable strategy
Our strategy is centred around four key areas: the environment and biodiversity, our people, what we sell and how we sell it.
inspiring biodiversity in all gardens
At our core, we believe in transforming gardens into havens for wildlife to thrive. We aim to inspire and guide everyone in creating innovative gardens and growing schemes that serve as sanctuaries for wildlife and to improve biodiversity on every doorstep.
what we sell
We’re enormously proud that 97% of our plants are grown in the UK, and our bulbs are sourced from the very best growers in the Netherlands. Everything we sell, from bulbs, seeds, plants, garden kit and homeware, is trialed and tested by Sarah and our experts so that you can be sure that what you receive not only performs brilliantly but has been produced in a sustainable way.
how we sell
When it comes to growing plants and inspiring others to find joy in gardening, all our efforts must be sustainable, meaningful, and long-lasting. For us this will always mean actively reducing our carbon footprint and striving for greater self-sufficiency in meeting our energy needs through introduction of renewable energy and innovative water and waste management practices.
our people
Gardening is about taking care and it's important to us that our employees, partners, communities and customers feel like we take care of them. Through initiatives like the Living Wage we can make sure our employees feel valued and supported.
We are a female-founded company with an age-diverse workforce, it’s a place where we encourage everyone to value different perspectives and share in the business’ success.
pioneer
As gardener, writer and teacher, Sarah Raven has been a vibrant voice on the importance of biodiversity since she began gardening more than 30 years ago. Her straightforward and informed method is to put plants together that are not only great combinations – choosing plants for their brilliant colour, wonderful shape and scent – but that work together to make a garden that’s a rich natural environment.
Sarah's own garden, Perch Hill, serves as a living example of her commitment to nature. It has been described as “a haven of beauty and biodiversity”, showcasing how a garden can be beautiful, sustainable, a pleasure to be in and at the same time a thriving ecosystem.
a biodiversity statement from Sarah
