About Us

MOVING NURSERY
Claire Austin started growing herbaceous perennials, also known as Hardy Plants, in 1983, under the umbrella of David Austin Roses. In 1999 the business changed its name to Claire Austin Hardy Plants and a year later we moved to a 2 acre site in Shifnal where we stayed for 6 years.
   In 2006 the current site came up for sale and so we upped sticks once again and moved to an existing, rather neglected, garden centre with 5 acres. Despite having so much to do, we have now established a garden, and sorted out the sales and shop area. The move has allowed us to expand into areas we were unable to touch in Shifnal. Talks are planned, and other projects to do with perennials are underway.

Our Philosphy - GOOD GARDEN PLANTS
We believe selling only what we know to be a 'Good Garden' plant. All the varieties we list have been grown by us to see how hardy they are and if they are of true garden value. Today there are many plants so similar in nature to one another that without testing them first we cannot choose the best.

GROWING OUR OWN
We grow as many of our own plants as we can during the propagation season. These are potted into peat-free compost. To be frank this is not because of 'political correctness' but over the last 8 years we have found it to be an excellent growing medium for most perennials.

We would like to thank all those customers who, year after year. continue to enjoy the same plants as we do!