Shopping Guide: McGuires Garden Centre
McGuires: A Shopper's Guide
Why You Should Visit
- A Gardener's Paradise: You'll find an extensive selection of flowers, shrubs, trees, vegetable and flower plants, and everything needed to create a backyard paradise. The location offers a "proper garden centre" experience.
- Aquatic Enthusiast's Dream: This is a standout location for fish keepers. There's a separate area dedicated to aquariums with a vast selection of fish, tank plants, pond plants, corals, and all the essential equipment for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.
- Exceptional Selection: The location boasts an impressive inventory. The store holds the best selection of pond accessories in the country and a great selection of aquatic fish, including snails, crabs, shrimp, and multiple tropical fish.
- Expert Advice: Shoppers can expect to find extremely knowledgeable and helpful staff, particularly in the aquarium and fish keeping section. Staff are readily available to offer advice and address issues, especially with experts like Frank and John.
- Quality Products: Plants purchased here are of excellent quality and have thrived for at least two years.
- Friendly and Helpful Staff: The staff is known for being friendly, patient, and providing exceptionally helpful customer service. They are willing to answer questions and guide customers.
- Family-Run Atmosphere: You'll be supporting a long-established family business.
- Convenient Parking: Plenty of parking is available.
- Unique Finds: The location is known for carrying plants that are not readily available elsewhere.
- Reasonably Priced: While some items may be considered pricey, the overall plant prices are reasonable.
Why You Might Consider Alternatives
- Location, Location, Location: The location is described as being "in the middle of nowhere," which means it may require a significant drive for some shoppers.
- Cleanliness Concerns: Be aware that the place could benefit from a cleanup, as mentioned in one review.
- Price Considerations: Some items may be considered pricey.
- Limited Amenities: There's no coffee available on site.