Tamar Nurseries Environmental Credentials are
Beautiful & Simple
Environmentally Friendly
We take great care of the environment, and as a team we passionately believe we can contribute to fight the pollution of our wonderful planet.
OUR WATER
Our water, either by rain or irrigation is collected and stored in tanks ready for use again. EC and PH scales are monitored continuously. Currently we have three large tanks on site, with planning just granted for the addition of a reservoir next year.
Recycled Glasshouse
The Tamar Nurseries complete glasshouse is made from recycled materials except for the roof which is shatter proof, and uses the most environmentally friendly methods in order to become a carbon neutral company.
100% SOLAR POWERED
Our 80 kilo watt solar panel array with the latest battery power storage facility, produces all the power required for the running of the glasshouses, nursery, machinery and offices at Tamar Nurseries.
‘A Natural Choice’
Water storage tanks
Each tank holds the capacity of
2 million litres of water, collected by rain fall, and water collected from the recycled plant beds, including all the undercover beds inside of the glasshouse, as well as outdoor areas.
Electric machinery
We have in use various electric powered machinery, including a Avant loader, Forklifts and Golf Buggies.
Recycled Materials
All Pots and Cardboard are 100% recycled. Shrubs and Trees planted in 100% peat free compost. All aggregates are sourced locally in order to keep the foot print down.
The use of Peat Free Compost in all Herbaceous and Perennial plants.
‘A Natural Choice’
Biological Management
We use Biological Insect Management Control, consisting of Spidex pest control. Spidex works well on all the life cycle stages of the two spotted spider mite, but prefers younger stages most. Also Thripex pest control of various thrips species (hatching eggs and the first larval stage).
Using these products in a natural way is the basis for healthy stock and a balanced environment, not only for the plants, but for the staff and customers.
New Tamar Environmental deliveries
The new lorry runs on: HVO, Hydrotreated vegetable oil, therefore allowed anywhere in the ULEZ area.
Also fitted with state of the art all round camera system, especially fitted for cyclists etc.
It also has rear steering making it very accessible in tight area’s.
Green Waste Composting
Two years ago, Tamar Nurseries made a strategic decision to maximise the utilisation of the green waste they accumulate throughout the year. This green waste primarily includes trimmings from pruning shrubs, trees, and herbaceous plants, as well as weeds and plants that didn’t meet their quality standards.
The process is straightforward: they invested in a specially designed mixer that can blend 8 cubic meters of material in just 15 minutes. The resulting mixture consists of 75% green waste and 25% small pine bark chippings sourced from Thetford forest. This careful choice of materials helps minimise the carbon footprint associated with their operations.
The end product serves as a valuable resource for nurturing container-grown trees. To maintain its nutrient-rich quality, no additional substances are initially introduced into the mix. However, during the month of August, if necessary, they supplement the blend with fertiliser through a drip system.
This approach not only promotes sustainability but also results in significant cost savings for Tamar Nurseries.
TAMAR NURSERIES | WORKING WITH NATURE
We grow all our stock in peat free compost
Trees are potted using self-produced green waste or peat free compost
+ KWH Solar power
+ Litres of water
percent Recycled
'A NATURAL CHOICE'
Tamar Nurseries has been established since 1979
Tamar Nurseries are accredited members of the Horticultural Trades Association.
Supplying plants to the Nursery Certification Scheme standards, and in accordance with the National Plant Specification.
We grow over a million plants each year and a wide range of trees in various sizes and formations.
Our customer base consists of Local Authorities,Landscapers, Designers, and Estate Managers.
Tamar Nurseries Limited
West Drove South, Walpole Highway
Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 7RA
Tel: 01945 464383
Email: sales@tamarnurseries.co.uk
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