Peat-free, UK-grown houseplants & handcrafted accessories in Shepton Mallet

Step into our botanical haven in Shepton Mallet, Somerset — where plants are grown, not flown, and every pot tells a story.

At The Black Thistle, we specialise in UK-grown, peat-free indoor plants, handmade pots, and eco-conscious plant care created by independent makers across the UK. Whether you’re seeking a rare beauty, a low-maintenance companion, or something to lift your home’s energy, we’re here to help you grow with confidence.

We’re more than just a plant shop:

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Peat-free houseplants from trusted UK growers

Eco-friendly botanical care and soil blends sold by the scoop

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Plant hire for homes, businesses, exhibitions, and events

Workshops and community events for every level of plant parent

Handcrafted pots and accessories made in the UK

Visit us in the heart of Somerset, open Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm

(Plus we’re open for the Shepton Mallet Sunday Market on the last Sunday of every month)

Wetland landscape at Westhay Moor Nature Reserve, Somerset, with reeds, water, and cloudy skies.

Why We’re Proudly Peat-Free

Peatlands are ancient, wild, and wondrous — but their future depends on the choices we make today.

Discover why we say no to peat, and how it helps protect the land beneath our feet.

Bats and botanicals — a match made in magic. This week’s maker is Charlotte Clark (@charlotteclarkltd), a Birmingham-based ceramicist whose plant pots bring a gothic charm to your greenery. We’re currently stocking her bat pots (yes
New wonders have arrived… We’ve been stocking the shelves with magical things — and now’s the time to share: ✨ Terrariums in all shapes and sizes, each its own tiny, living world 🌱 Rare houseplants now in store — inclu