Plants, Bouquets and Christmas Trees on Ringwood Road

The Flower Factory Garden Centre sits on Ringwood Road in Bournemouth, at 1198 Ringwood Rd, BH11 9LQ. It is a garden centre, but it also runs a Christmas-tree farm and sells firewood, which is worth knowing if you're planning a trip for something other than plants.

The main draw is the plant range. Reviewers mention potted plants, shrubs, bedding plants, hanging baskets, flower bouquets, compost, pots and bulbs. Prices start at £1 and go over £100, so there is something for a small balcony as well as for a larger garden. Hanging baskets and the cheaper flower bouquets are the items people mention most. One reviewer said they had not seen gardening tools on their visit and suggested they be added. A later review says tools and bulbs are now for sale too.

Staff come up often in reviews. One customer said they were looked after with excellent quality plants and prices, and described the team as very kind and not pushy, with a "nothing is too much trouble" attitude. Daniel and Simon are named in reviews. One customer contacted Daniel about what they wanted and found the prices and approach friendly. Simon helped another customer who wanted to create a Mediterranean-style garden but was not sure what they needed. That customer was pleased with the advice and was waiting for their plant delivery. Another reviewer described the staff as very friendly and mentioned a friendly dog on the premises. One customer said they bought their Christmas tree there one year and went back the next.

The shop also has a free outdoor play area for children and a tea area for parents, which makes it easier to visit with kids in tow.

The centre has 4.5 out of 5 on Google Maps, based on 51 reviews. Opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 8:30 to 17:00 and Sunday from 9:00 to 15:00. You can call them on 01202 900670 to check stock or ask about specific plants. The Google Maps listing is linked below.