Natalie wrote:

I totally agree Jim ;-)

Recently I have bought quite a few plants online...several of them via Ebay
auction.

All the plants have been extremely well packed and good quality. You have
to watch out for those who bump the price with the postage charges but
generally it has enabled me to buy some unusual plants without having to
travel miles ;-)

Indeed.. I have bought from both Janejanelane nurseries and
Joannasplants. Both have been satifactory..

The only exception I make is on the rare occasions that a garden centre
has a plant that is not easily available elsewhere, or is but it would
cost similar if you included postage etc.. Bought a Ribes speciosum
today.. a tenner for a medium pot.. Well overpriced IMO but I know I
will not find them in too many place and I have wanted one for a while..

I think CGF may be getting an order and visit from me soon though.

ALso made it up to Capels Spring Show at the weekend.. A reasonable
range of plants from small sellers, and the 'Clematis Guy' was there
with the ususal 3 for a tenner offer.
//
Jim