Victoria Atkinson, a degree level trained horticulturalist, garden designer and florist, will lead the Allensmore creative team, assisted by another new appointee, Stacey Gibson, who has wide experience in garden design, garden centre plant retailing and also has a degree in fine arts.

Victoria and Stacey will be responsible for the creative development of Allensmore’s extensive range of Added Value products which currently includes planted containers, hanging baskets, Christmas wreaths and hand crafted seasonal decorations.

Allensmore’s MD, Mark Taylor, said: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Victoria and Stacey to our team. Their creativity, flair and experience will bring new and exciting ranges of beautiful Added Value products to our customers.”