Welcome to Mail Order Trees, a family-rooted business with a passion for horticulture and a mission to deliver quality trees at fair prices. Founded by Michael Simpson in 2007, our journey started long before the digital age, with humble beginnings that stretch back over 30 years.
Picture this: It’s the 1980s. Big hair, loud music, and... Peter and Sandra Simpson selling fresh flowers with an honesty box in a quaint Cambridgeshire village. No tills, no security cameras just good old fashioned trust.
The 90s were a golden era for the nursery—and Michael. While other kids were playing video games, young Michael was pruning trees and soaking up horticultural know-how like a sponge.
The nursery flourished with its reputation for high-quality, locally grown stock.
Michael’s curiosity about plants grew, even as he "helped" his parents on the fields (translation: got muddy and probably broke a few tools).
Fast forward to 2007: Michael is now armed with horticultural qualifications, years of nursery experience, and one burning question: “Why are online tree prices so crazy?”
Business boomed, and so did the team (shoutout to Nick and Steve for their muscle and humor). The shed-turned-office was bursting at the seams, so we built a barn and an office to keep up with demand.
We’ve come a long way since honesty boxes and sheds:
Over 2,000 products listed online, most of which are lovingly grown right here.
Eco-friendly practices like rainwater harvesting and biodegradable packaging because we care about the planet (and so do our trees).
A thriving community hub with a coffee shop where locals meet, relax, and sip the finest brews.