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Coles Nurseries Announces Retirement of Long-Serving Sales Leader Andrew Garner After 40+ Years

28 Aug 2025 | BALI Member News

Accredited Suppliers, Coles Nurseries announce the retirement of Andrew (Andy) Garner, marking the end of an era after more than four decades of dedicated service to the business and the horticultural industry.

Andy joined Coles over 40 years ago and has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and reputation, contributing across production, dispatch, and most notably as leader of the Sales Team. Renowned for his extensive plant and nursery knowledge, Andy has helped cement Coles Nurseries’ position as one of the most highly respected names in the sector.

“Andy’s passion, expertise, and commitment have left an indelible mark on our business and our industry,”

said James Coles, Managing Director of Coles Nurseries.

“On behalf of the Coles family, our colleagues, suppliers, and customers, we thank Andy for his incredible contribution and wish him a long, happy, and well-deserved retirement.”

As the company transitions following Andy’s retirement, Coles Nurseries encourages customers to continue using sales@colesnurseries.co.uk for all quote requests, orders, and queries from Monday, 1st September onwards, where a member of the Sales Team will be happy to assist.

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