Johnsons Nurseries supplies 19,000 plants for school project
Johnsons Nurseries Ltd, based between Harrogate and York, partnered with P1 Contractors to deliver the planting at the newly opened Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School in Dunfermline - billed as the world's largest certified Passivhaus education building.
Graham Richardson, group managing director at Johnsons, said: "We are incredibly proud to have supplied the plants for such a landmark development in sustainable education.
"Our team worked closely with P1 Contractors to ensure every plant was grown, selected, and delivered to meet the specific requirements of this pioneering Passivhaus project.
"It's fantastic to see our stock forming part of a green space that will enrich the lives of students and staff for generations."
Woodmill and St Columba's RC High School was officially certified to the Passivhaus Classic standard in June 2025, following its opening to pupils in August 2024.
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