Welcome

Neil and Sue Huntley invite you to visit their Hardy Plant Nursery high in the North Pennines.
This family run nursery was established in 1975 and specialises in propagating, growing and selling some of the rarely offered hardy plants from around the world.
The wide range of old and new species and varieties includes Alpines, Primulas, Spring and Autumn Flowering Gentians, Rock Garden Plants, Woodland Garden Plants, Dwarf Conifers, Dwarf Rhododendrons and Hardy Ferns. Something for everyone from the beginner to the specialist.

The Nursery is situated on the scenic A686 Alston to Penrith Road, one and a half miles from Alston. We also offer a Mail Order service.
Here are a few recent comments from customers;

“Hi Neil, plants arrived safely this afternoon!”

“…just to let you know that the plants arrived safely and in good order yesterday. I’m most impressed with your packing – clearly you have this off to a fine art. I only wish you would give masterclasses to other senders from whom I’ve received goods recently!!”

“Thank you for the above order which arrived this morning. The plants have all been unpacked and repotted. Due to the excellent packaging, none of the plants have been damaged.”

Please send 4 x 1st class stamps for our latest catalogue
(or download a catalogue in the catalogue page and also see how to order plants)

Please note our opening hours for 2013.
The nursery will normally be open as below:-

OPEN FROM MARCH 14th - APRIL - MAY AND JUNE
Monday to Friday (not including Bank Holidays) 11.30am - 4.30pm.
Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 12.30pm - 4.00pm.
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JULY - AUGUST - SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER
Tuesday to Friday 11.30am - 4.30pm.
Saturdays and Sundays - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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Bank Holidays 12.30pm - 4.00pm
Monday to Friday (not including Bank Holidays) 11.30am - 4.30pm.
Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 12.30pm - 4.00pm.

During the winter months and at all other times - by appointment

During busy periods and when we are at Flower Shows, the Nursery may not be open every day If you are coming specially during our busy season or during the winter months, we advise a phone call to check someone will be here to assist you.