With over 45 years
of growing experience we supply to both wholesale and retail
customers. For more information about what we have to offer
go to our Products section, or
head to our Trade section for information
on wholesale, or go to our Poinsettia
Section to find out about or famous poinsettia walks.
"This
family run business was established 45 years ago and is
still very much a family concern. Ron Sear is retired but
still takes an active interest in everything, while his
son Grahame is responsible for growing the vast range of
plants that the nursery produces. From 4½ acres of
mainly glasshouses the nursery supplies the trade as well
as retail. In spring and summer there is a profusion of
bedding plants, as well as geraniums, fuchsias and pelargonium.
Ron's daughter Karen is responsible for the gorgeous displays
in the glasshouse as well as the wide range of prepared
potted plants, patio tubs and hanging baskets. There is
always a selection of terra cotta pots and other plant holders
for those who want to produce their own displays and friendly
and knowledgeable staff are on hand to advise on how to
use them to best advantage.
Unlike many nurseries and despite its name, Summerfield
blossoms in the winter. Anyone who has ever despaired of
the feeble examples of poinsettia available in supermarkets
or even in most garden centres should visit Summerfield
in November or December. A noted specialist in poinsettia,
they produce over 12,000 plants in 30 different varieties.
The displays are truly breathtaking. Inside the vast glasshouse,
tables packed with fresh and healthy plants create a sea
of vibrant colour stretching out as far as the eye can see.
For the last five years the nursery has held poinsettia
walks in November and December, with free tea and coffee
and biscuits to allow people to enjoy the spectacle."
- Country Living Magazine, Guide to Rural England, The
South East |