A long time ago in a far away land (Wales), a wise woman had an idea.
She thought that if you had a shop for all the things you need for your garden, that people would like it. You could sell seeds, plants and trees, tools, books and flowers. Maybe even have a tea shop so people could make an afternoon of popping by.
This was long before the days of garden centres and she went to her husband with the idea.
Who told her it was silly and she never mentioned it again.
The wise woman was my grandma and I tell this story surprisingly often. I use it as a reminder to those who think of brilliant new business ideas, ignite the spark of entrepreneurship inside themselves, only to let someone else extinguish it before it can get going.
Don’t let naysayers hold you back, if you think you can make something work… do it!
Now, how about a quick visit to the nicest garden centre you’ll ever come across?
Petersham Nurseries, in Richmond.
A little slice of countryside where you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life and get back to simple pleasures. Like the smell of a rose warming in the sunshine after a summer shower.
Burgeoning hydrangeas.
And freshly popped dahlias.
Bamboo bag (size S) // Velvet slippers
