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Silver surfers, yummy mummies, nifty crafters and houseplant enthusiasts alike can unite around this charming festive traditions in the run up to Christmas. 12 December marks National Poinsettia Day, when the world’s most popular winter bloom is looking its beautiful best and heralding the approach of Christmas for people of all ages, cultures and traditions. 

Give the gift of nature to your family and friends with FeatherSnap, the new smart bird feeder that brings the wonder of bird life to your fingertips  Whether you’re a bird lover, keen birdwatcher, self-proclaimed ‘bird nerd’, or simply searching for a new hobby to spark your imagination, make sure FeatherSnap is on Santa’s gift

GIMA has today announced that its long-standing Director, Vicky Nuttall, will step down from her role in May 2026, marking the end of a remarkable 12-year tenure at the helm of the trade association. Since joining GIMA, Vicky has overseen a period of significant growth, shaping the organisation into the respected, influential, and collaborative body

Following the GIMA webinar held on Tuesday 2nd December 2025, GIMA is pleased to confirm Walmart Marketplace as its next retail partner for the GIMA Buyer Connect programme – and host of the first ‘Meet the Buyer’ event of 2026. Taking place on Wednesday 21st January 2026 at Walmart’s newly established London offices, the event

With festive spirit rising and December barely underway, the newest duo to take on the ‘Most Jumperful Time of the Year’ challenge have been confirmed: Glee Event Director, Matthew Mein, and Sarah Want from MorePeople. Both have stepped forward with true jumperful courage to shine a light on the Greenfingers Charity and they’re already being

Top ten ‘did you know’ facts about our favourite Christmas garden bird, by FeatherSnap’s ornithologist, Maria Kincaid  Robins are strongly associated with Christmas and regularly feature on Christmas cards and decorations. But did you know the tradition stems from British folklore, due to legends about the bird at the birth and crucifixion of Jesus, and the

The Greenfingers Charity – dedicated to creating therapeutic gardens for life-limited children and their families in children’s hospices across the country – is delighted to announce the appointment of six new Garden Ambassadors, marking an exciting milestone for its expanding national programme. These Garden Ambassadors will play an important role in the long-term care and

The Garden Media Guild (GMG) is delighted to announce the winners of its 2025 Awards, celebrating exceptional talent and achievement across garden writing, photography, digital communication and broadcasting. The Awards remain the most respected accolades in the gardening media calendar, recognising both established names and emerging voices who are shaping how the public engages with

With industry frustration mounting over continued uncertainty surrounding the peat ban, Durstons is urging retailers to get ahead of the curve and help gardeners grow confidently with peat-free compost now, before the switch becomes mandatory. The Government’s recent reference to legislating against peat sales in its Carbon Budget & Growth Delivery Plan was met with

The UK’s leading garden retail showcase makes a welcome return to Spring Fair, creating an essential early-season touchpoint for garden buyers and retailers Glee is set to return to Spring Fair in February 2026 for the first time in six years, taking advantage of Spring Fair’s unparalleled scale, cross-category audience and influential position in the