Uncategorized

The Greenfingers Charity is issuing a final call for the garden retail industry to get involved in Floral Friday on 12th June, a colourful show of support for the 23 trekkers setting off to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of the charity. Garden centres, suppliers, growers and industry supporters are being encouraged to wear something

The annual GIMA Charity Golf Day teed off last week on Thursday 4th June, welcoming a record-breaking 100 golfers to Belton Woods Golf, Spa and Hotel in Grantham for a day of sporting competition, networking and fundraising – all in aid of the Greenfingers Charity. Despite facing strong winds and challenging conditions throughout the day, spirits

As temperatures rise and UK homeowners prepare for a summer of outdoor living, premium self-watering planter brand, LECHUZA, is encouraging consumers to rethink the way they garden — combining elevated outdoor styling with intelligent self-watering technology designed to help plants thrive during hot weather. From balconies and compact courtyards to expansive patios and statement entrances,

The latest innovation from Johnsons Lawn Seed is Meadow-in-a-Tray, a convenient and environmentally conscious way to create beautiful, biodiverse wildflower spaces at home. Designed to make wildflower establishment easier than ever, Meadow-in-a-Tray offers a ready-to-grow solution that removes the uncertainty often associated with sowing wildflower seed. Unlike traditional seed mixes, Meadow-in-a-Tray provides a pre-established tray of young, UK-native wildflowers, allowing

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