BK Growers Wholesale
There has been a nursery on Linton Common since 1923. In that time Riverside Nurseries has seen many changes, but has always been a family-run business.
BK Growers was established in 1976 and through continued investment in automation and training, we have grown into one of Yorkshire’s finest producers of Summer and Winter bedding plants.
In addition, we now grow an extensive range of quality perennials, available from March to May in 1lt pots and June to July 3lt pots.
Whether your customers require perennials or bedding plants we offer a fantastic range of quality plants at competitive prices.
Our wholesale customers include:
- Landscape Contractors
- Exterior Plant Display Specialists
- Garden Centres and Nurseries
- Retail Outlets
- ‘In Bloom’ Groups
We pride ourselves on growing consistently high-quality plants and offering the very best service to all our customers, just read our Testimonial page to see what our customers say about us!
We look forward to discussing your requirements in person.
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🌱🪻🌸 Today is National Gardening Day! 🌷🌼🌱
As April blooms into its full glory, today we celebrate National Gardening Day, a day dedicated to honouring the transformative power of gardening.
Gardening isn’t just about cultivating plants; it’s about cultivating wellness. Numerous studies have shown that spending time in green spaces can have a profound impact on our mental health, reducing stress, anxiety, and depression.
Read our blog post below to find out more about the benefits of gardening and don't forget to pop in to see us and stock up on all your gardening essentials! Happy National Gardening Day!
riversideplants.co.uk/national-gardening-day/
#nationalgardeningday2024 #NationalGardeningDay #gardenlife #gardenideas #gardener
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As April blooms into its full glory, we eagerly anticipate the arrival of National Gardening Day on April 14th, a day dedicated to honouring the power of gardening.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Due to popular demand , we have brought our first summer bedding plants into the shop greenhouse
£1:75 per plant or 10 for £16:50
Must still be protected from frost 🌸🌺
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A beautiful NEW colour of Senetti coming into flower this morning, as well as the usual favourites. We just need a bit of sunshine 🌞.
#springtime #perennials #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #shadwell #shrubs #shoplocal #senetti
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Love the new colour!
Nice!
Who’s watching Alan Titchmarsh this morning? They are looking at various ground cover plants this morning, most of which are available at Linton today!
Mel is looking forward to seeing you
10am - 4pm
#love #your #garden #loveyourgarden #perennials #opensundays #opensunday #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #viola #shrubs #shoplocal #loveyourweekend
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😩 More work just arrived at Linton!
#basketplants #hangingplants #perennials #homegrown #localnursery #linton #riversideplants #shoplocal
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A busy few days potting the first of our 3lt perennials! The guys and girls at Linton are doing a fantastic job!
#perennials #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #shoplocal
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Tidy ☺️
Looking good! Liking the sprinklers very professional!
🌷🪻🌹Don't forget, it's Mothers Day tomorrow!🌼🌸🌺
Check out our news post below to see all the lovely things we have for any last minute gifts
riversideplants.co.uk/mothers-day-2024/
#mothersday #mothersdaygifts ##motheringsundayuk #plants #flowers #mum
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Happy Mothers Day to all you beautiful mums 🌺🌸🥂 We have a magnificent selection of planted pots & baskets if your still looking for that perfect gift for the special lady in your life .0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Some beautiful Mother’s Day gifts at Shadwell and Linton!
#mothersdaygift #Mothersday2024 #mothersday #giftideas2024 #primrose #springtime #primroses #perennials #homegrown #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #viola #shadwell #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Beautiful
Good Morning! Just a reminder that we are now open 7 days a week again at Linton!
Mel is waiting to see you from 10am - 4pm today
Mothers Day Gifts
Primrose and Polyanthus
Spring Pansy and Viola
1lt Perennials
Shrubs
Tête-à-tête
and lots more!
Have a great Sunday
Alan
#springflowers #primrose #springtime #perennials #opensundays #opensunday #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #springbulbs🌷 #linton #riversideplants #viola #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Another batch of Zonal Geraniums potted this morning!
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Happy memories!! X x
One litre perennials are now out Linton & how lovely do they look !🌺🌸🥀
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Yesterday, whilst waiting for the forklift to be repaired, I thought I’d take a few videos of the benches at Shadwell. Enjoy!
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Ooh! Some beautiful herbs now in!
They look 👀 and smell 👃 amazing!
#springtime #primroses #perennials #localnursery #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #viola #wintercolour #shadwell #winterbeddingplants #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Are these available at Linton?
Would be helpful if you showed some prices please ?
Good Morning!
We have a fantastic range of new stock available at Shadwell, the girls have done an amazing job of displaying our recent delivery.
We are open 10am - 4pm today at Shadwell
Linton is closed at weekends until the beginning of March but we are open Monday to Friday as usual!
It would be great to see you!
Have a great weekend!
#springflowers #primrose #springtime #primroses #perennials #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #winterpansies #linton #riversideplants #viola #shadwell #winterbeddingplants #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Looks beautiful Alan
They all look wonderfully healthy!!
Out buying today for the spring season, there is certainly plenty to choose from! A beautiful day (when you’re under glass!) ☀️ 🥶
#springtime #perennials #riversideplants #shadwell #linton #shrubs
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Good morning! A very chilly start to the year!
Sorry, this is a rather late first post of 2024 I’m afraid, we’ve had some great improvements happening at Linton since we came back (more on that in a future post)
We are getting restocked for the start of the spring season at Shadwell and our Primroses are looking fantastic for a bit an early colour.
It would be lovely to see you!
Best wishes
Alan
#primrose #springtime #primroses #perennials #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #wintercolour #linton #riversideplants #viola #shadwell #winterbeddingplants #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Happy New Year to customers old and new, thank you for your continued support in 2023 and look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Best wishes for 2024
Alan and Team Riverside
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Happy New Year to everyone at Riverside Plants x
We still have a good selection of Christmas Trees at Linton and Shadwell.
Also at Shadwell…
Poinsettia and Cyclamen (both looking amazing this year!)
Hyacinth bowls
Mixed indoor arrangements
Handmade Wreaths
Gift Vouchers
and lots lots more!
We’d love to see you today!
#cyclamen #poinsettias #poinsettia #christmastree #Christmas #christmaswreath #indoorplants #localnursery #localnurseries #riversideplants #linton #shadwell #springbulbs
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I visited once again last Thursday and bought these lovely arrangements.
I visited Shadwell last week, the cyclamens were wonderful plants and your Christmas trees are so fresh and sturdy.
Beautiful arrangements cheers me up.
Linton is Open til 4pm today for
Christmas Trees
Wreathes
and more!
Wrap up warm! 🥶
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How much is this one in the pic pls
Oooh! It’s chilly this morning! Minus -7 when I got in the van first thing!
The first of our Christmas Trees arrived this week with more coming mid week!
Plenty of wreaths to choose from, more being made up daily.
Poinsettias and indoor plants in abundance at Shadwell.
It would be lovely to see you this weekend.
Stay warm
Alan
#cyclamen #poinsettias #poinsettia #christmastree #Christmas #christmaswreath #indoorplants #localnursery #localnurseries #linton #riversideplants #shadwell #shoplocal
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Would be so lovely to pop in ! Wreaths look wonderful and the poinsettias amazing - let’s hope they survive the bitter temperatures ! Flipping cold here!! X
We are starting to look a bit more Christmasy now! Are beautiful Poinsettias are now in the shop as are the Cyclamen.
After a slight delay with the ChristmasTrees, they will be on sale tomorrow!
#Christmas #christmastree #poinsettia #christmaswreath #indoorplants #localnursery #localnurseries #riversideplants #shadwell #shoplocal
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FAQ Friday from Ask Alan! Here is today's question:
🌱What is horticultural grit used for and when should I use it?🌱
Horticultural grit is a coarse, granular material typically made from crushed rocks like limestone or granite and used for various gardening purposes.
Read our post below to find out more.
#AskAlan #horticulturalgrit #gardening #horticultural
What is horticultural grit used for, and when should I use it? - Riverside Plants
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Horticultural grit is a coarse, granular material typically made from crushed rocks like limestone or granite. It is used for various gardening purposes, including: Drainage Improvement: Adding hortic...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It's Friday FAQ time from Ask Alan and today we are looking at:
🪴How do I know the pH of my soil and why does it matter?🪴
You can determine the pH of your soil by using a pH testing kit, available at gardening stores or online. The pH scale measures soil acidity or alkalinity.
Click on the link below to find out why it matters
#AskAlan #soil #PH #gardening
How do I know the pH of my soil, and why does it matter? - Riverside Plants
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You can determine the pH of your soil by using a pH testing kit available at gardening stores or online. The pH scale measures soil acidity or alkalinity. It matters because: Nutrient Availability: So...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Well! at least it’s stopped raining for now!
Mel is waiting to see you at Linton this morning until 4pm
Have a great day
Alan
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Could I make an order of 30 trays of pansys I have an account
Happy Friday everyone! Here is this weeks FAQ from Ask Alan
🌱What are the pros and cons of using peat-free compost?🌱
Read our post below to find out the environmental benefits and why regularly monitoring of soil moisture levels is important.
#AskAlan #compost #peatfree #gardening
What are the pros and cons of using peat-free compost? - Riverside Plants
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The pros of using peat-free compost include: Environmental Benefits: Peat-free compost helps preserve precious peatlands, which are vital for carbon sequestration and biodiversity conservation. Sustai...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Some beautiful colours around the nurseries this week!
Mel is waiting to see you at Linton today until 4pm.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Alan
#opensundays #cyclamen #opensunday #homegrown #localnursery #localnurseries #wintercolour #springbulbs🌷 #winterpansies #linton #riversideplants #viola #springbulbs #winterbeddingplants #shrubs #shoplocal #teteatete
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Every Friday we will be spotlighting one of our 'Ask Alan' FAQ's. 💡
This week we are starting with:
🌱Why is the UK moving towards using peat free compost in 2024?
The UK is moving towards using Peat Free compost in 2024 to address the environmental concerns associated with peat extraction.
Read our post below to find out more.
#AskAlan #peatfreecompost #compost #gardening
Why is the UK moving towards using Peat Free compost in 2024? - Riverside Plants
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The UK is moving towards using Peat Free compost in 2024 to address the environmental concerns associated with peat extraction. Peatlands are valuable ecosystems that act as carbon sinks, support biod...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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