About Burston Garden Centre

We pride ourselves on our desire to exceed customer expectations. By bringing together a unique and talented team we deliver the ultimate garden centre experience. Our specialist buyers travel far and wide to discover trends, products and plants with one aim in mind, to engage and excite customers on their visit to Burston.

Burston Garden Centre - overview

The site on which Burston Garden Centre is located has been owned by the Pearson family since the 1978. To this day the family maintain a high level of interest, participation and commitment to the Garden Centre.

Brothers John and Richard Pearson founded Burston Nurseries (adjacent to the Garden Centre) and were then instrumental in establishing Burston Garden Centre on site in 1978. The centre is a family owned independent centre.

Since 1978 the Garden Centre has gone from strength to strength and has grown considerably and successfully over the year. The building that you see today was a total re-build in 1997 following a catastrophic fire.

The restaurant within has mirrored the success of the centre; soon outgrowing it’s original ‘café’ existence. It was fully refurbished in 2012.

Burston Garden Centre, North Orbital Road, Chiswell Green, St. Albans, Herts, AL2 2DS

Latest from our Gardening Blog

How to Harvest Late Season Apples
Harvesting late-season apples in September is both rewarding and practical when done right. Start by identifying your apple varieties and checking for ripeness—look for vibrant skin color, ease of picking, and that perfect taste test. Equip yourself with picking bags, a sturdy ladder, and pruning shears to make the process safe and efficient. When harvesting, handle each apple gently, twisting and lifting to avoid bruising, and sort them carefully afterward. Damaged fruits should be enjoyed immediately, while quality apples can be stored longer if wrapped individually and kept in a cool, ventilated space. With the right technique, you’ll enjoy crisp, flavorful apples well into autumn.
Jobs In The Garden In September
Get your garden autumn-ready with these essential September gardening jobs. From planting spring bulbs and dividing perennials to harvesting sweetcorn, apples, and potatoes, now is the perfect time to prepare for next year’s blooms and enjoy the last of your crops. Discover expert tips on watering, deadheading, greenhouse care, and even how to ripen pumpkins in time for Halloween.
Jobs In The Garden In August
August is a busy month in the garden! From watering and feeding pots and shrubs to staking tall flowers, deadheading, and harvesting crops, there’s plenty to do. It’s also the ideal time to take cuttings, prepare lawns for autumn turfing, and keep fruiting plants thriving. Visit us for tools, feeds, and expert advice to help you along the way.
The Arrival of Spring Flowering Bulbs
As summer fades, our biggest spring flowering bulb collection arrives—bringing early blooms, low-maintenance beauty, and lasting colour to your garden. With a wide variety to choose from and benefits like attracting pollinators and returning year after year, there’s every reason to get planting now.
Jobs In The Garden In July
As the weather heats up we need to be checking on our plants and gardens to keep them healthy and watered. Here’s a detailed guide from the experts at Burston Garden Centre.
Welcome To July!
As we step into July, our gardens are in full bloom, showcasing the vibrant colours and lush greenery that summer brings. But, there's a lot for us to do, here some helpful hints from the experts at Burston Garden Centre.