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Dobbies Garden Centre, Dalgety Bay
The Dalgety Bay branch of Dobbies garden centres
is a modest affair compared to some of their recent mega-stores.
We visited to see if it served the local community well.
This is a totally independent GardenAction opinion of
Dobbies Garden Centre in Dalgety Bay, Scotland. Click any
picture to enlarge it. PLANTS
The plants area is an average size for a
medium-sized garden centre. The layout was a rather uninspiring
criss-cross of paths. They were large enough to allow access for the
disabled and relatively uncluttered save for the odd hosepipe here
and there. Overhead signs were completely lacking but in the
relatively small area at this garden centre it did not pose too much
of a problem
Dobbies Dalgety Bay had their standard five year
hardy plant guarantee prominently displayed in the outdoor area.
This reflects their confidence in the quality of their plants.
Indeed, all the plants on display looked well-watered and healthy.
There was no outdoor help centre but the staff were knowledgeable
and helpful when questioned. PRICES
Rose, 3 litre pot
�6.99
Common shrub (e.g. hebe) 3 litre pot
�5.99
Clematis
n/a
Runner Bean seeds (4m)
�2.49 (Suttons)
Multipurpose Compost 60l
�4.99
Miracle Gro 1kg
�4.99
Stainless steel fork
�21.99 (Dobbies)
Economy spade
�13.99 (Dobbies)
Tomorite 1 litre
�3.69
Medium cup of coffee in cafe
�1.60
Dobbies Garden Centre, Dalgety Bay
Click the picture to enlarge it.
The plants were logically grouped and in most cases
arranged in alphabetic order.
The prices at Dobbies Dalgety Bay were about average for a garden centre in this area of the
UK. The multipurpose compost however was a bit more expensive than most
and we didn't spot any special offer for buying three at a go.