Dobbies Garden Centres celebrates its 150th anniversary this year and to mark this milestone the company is looking to support a national anniversary charity partner that champions the benefits of gardening for either the environment or to benefit good causes.

Andy King, Managing Director of Dobbies, said: “As we celebrate 150 years of gardening, it makes sense to partner with a charity that shares our passion and recognises the power of getting things growing.

"In June, we’ll be holding a special event across our 35 stores to mark the occasion with the proceeds going to the appointed charity partner," added Andy King (pictured).

Dobbies has raised over £350,000 for local and national charities in the last financial year. Through various fundraising initiatives and anniversary events, Dobbies aims to raise £50,000 for the chosen charity anniversary partner.

How to apply: An application form can be downloaded here. The deadline for applications is 20th February 2015. Three finalist charities will be selected and public voting via social media and in-store will launch on 9th March 2015. The anniversary charity partner will be announced after voting closes on 23rd March 2015.

About Dobbies

Founded in 1865, Dobbies has today grown to become one of the UK’s leading garden centre groups with over 16 million customers every year at 35 stores across the UK and online at www.dobbies.com.  In 2007, Dobbies became part of the Tesco Group.  Its HQ remains in Edinburgh as a separate company with a unique brand and identity.