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July  is the month when gardens truly come alive. The spring blooms have faded, but the summer display is now in full swing, and the air is thick with the hum of bees and the colour of roses, lavaters, and early Michaelmas daisies. While the weather can be unpredictable, swinging from cool, damp mornings to […]

Pelargoniums are having a very current moment in UK horticulture because they suit the way many people garden now, in pots, on patios, in smaller spaces, and with a stronger focus on resilience in hotter, drier spells. They are also incredibly varied. Pelargoniums have long been a familiar summer plant in British gardens, but their

As haulage costs continue to put pressure on the garden centre sector, Durston Garden Products has confirmed it is maintaining its delivery lead times and not applying any fuel surcharge, offering retailers much‑needed stability at the busiest point in the season. With transport volatility now a major concern for garden centres, many suppliers have introduced

Bulrush Horticulture is celebrating a major milestone for one of its longest‑serving team members, as Area Sales Manager Michael Clarricoats marks 25 years with the business. Michael Clarricoats – area sales managerMichael joined Bulrush in November 2000 and has been a familiar and trusted partner for growers across southern England ever since. Over the past

The countdown to the 2026 GIMA Awards is well underway, with this year’s judging panel now officially confirmed ahead of what promises to be another fiercely contested awards programme. Returning to Warwick Racecourse, entries will be assembled on 30th June ahead of judging taking place on 1st July, when leading retailers, buyers, editors and industry experts will

As outdoor spaces continue to evolve from functional add-ons into fully realised extensions of the home, InstaShade – premium partner of Grand Designs – reveals the key trends shaping how we live, entertain and unwind outside this season. With insight drawn from both residential and commercial projects across the UK, InstaShade’s latest trend forecast captures

The Greenfingers Charity is preparing to help deliver the next chapter of one of RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2026’s most celebrated gardens, after ‘Lifted by Birds’ captured both a Gold Medal and the coveted People’s Choice Award. Designed by Tom Cave Saunders, Jon Pilling and Dr Amie Wheeldon, ‘Lifted by Birds’ struck a chord with

As Glee 2026 approaches, we’re catching up with some of the brands set to make their mark at this year’s show. First up is Aurora Paws – an award-winning British eco dog toy brand and one of the newest names within the pet category at Glee. A brand born from questioning the norm Founded by

The Greenfingers Charity is calling on garden centres, suppliers, and growers from across the UK to embrace all things loud, colourful and gloriously floral on Friday 12th June in support of the charity’s Kilimanjaro trekkers as they begin their once-in-a-lifetime ascent of Africa’s highest mountain. The concept behind Floral Friday is simple. Wear something floral,

As holiday season approaches, plant lovers face the same dilemma: who will water the plants while they are away? Whether it’s a long-awaited summer escape, a busy work schedule or simply a packed social calendar, leaving plants unattended can quickly lead to dried-out soil, wilting leaves and disappointing losses. Self-watering planter specialist, LECHUZA UK, is