Dobbies gears up for spring

Dobbies has been busy gearing up for spring, its busiest season of the year. It may only be March, but the business has already seen an increase in footfall across its stores compared to this time last year, as customers look to get inspiration for their garden spaces.

Dobbies is predicting an early surge in interest in its garden living collections ahead of a summer of sport. The Euros, Olympics and Paralympics, and two T20 World Cups are likely to encourage more outdoor entertaining and, as a result, it is increasing its choice of garden furniture and outdoor cooking ranges, including a new collection of own-brand barbecue tools.

Andy Hannan, commercial director of Dobbies, said: “Spring is always a favourite time of year for us because we know the joy a garden full of spring blooms can bring. We’re expecting a busy start to the gardening season with our bedding plants expected to fly off the shelves. 

“Anecdotally, we’ve already seen customers take particular interest in our garden living collections. There’s an excitement about the forthcoming summer of sport and people are making early preparations to make sure their gardens are in tip-top shape for hosting.”

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