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Following the integration of Gardenex into the GIMA portfolio, the association has confirmed its first international Buyer Connect event, in partnership with leading European marketplace BOL. Taking place on Tuesday 19th May 2026, the virtual event will connect selected suppliers with BOL’s buying team through a series of structured one-to-one meetings, designed to explore product […]

Get your kids into nature this Easter – this chocolate free, boredom busting gift will keep the whole family entertained Instead of endless chocolate and too much screen-time, why not celebrate this Easter by getting the family closer to nature and enjoy the wonder of observing and discovering the fascinating world of wildlife taking place in your very own garden?  April is

The 2026 GIMA Annual General Meeting, held on 26th March, marked a significant moment for the association, with a new President appointed, changes to the governing Council, and continued positive momentum highlighted across the organisation. Stepping into the role of GIMA President is Craig Hall of Deco-Pak, supported by Nigel Thompson of Sipcam Home &

The garden retail industry once again came together in spectacular style for Garden Re-Leaf Day 2026, delivering an inspiring programme of fundraising activity in support of the Greenfingers Charity. From sponsored walks to in-store events, this year’s campaign demonstrated the passion, creativity and generosity that continues to define this much-loved industry initiative. Sponsored walk challenge

Most birds begin nesting as early as late March in the UK. Along with plants and pollinators, garden birds are important to a healthy eco-system and are critical to the wider ecology.  So now the nesting season has arrived, it’s time for nature lovers to hang up a bird house, not only to help provide

Kilimanjaro trekkers pass £100,000 milestone as preparations intensify for the biggest yet Greenfingers Charity challenge With now less than three months to go until a 24-strong team of supporters begins their ascent of Mount Kilimanjaro on 10th June, the Greenfingers Charity trekkers have passed a major milestone, raising more than £100,000 in support of a

After months of relentless rain, most gardeners will find their water butts brimming. But as the seasons shift and warmer weather approaches, that stored water has the potential to become so much more than just a reserve, instead it can actively support healthier, stronger plant growth. Enter Envii Water Butt Klear, a simple, natural solution

From London to Glasgow, more people are living higher up, setting down roots in apartments and making more of compact outdoor spaces. LECHUZA, the self-watering planter expert, reveals where balcony living is on the rise – and how to make every centimetre count. Apartment living has become a defining feature of modern urban life across

Royal Garden returns with a bold new vision for outdoor leisure as UK showroom opens this May A new identity – and a new level of ambition – Royal Garden is set to make its mark on the UK outdoor leisure market this May, as it prepares to open its brand-new showroom and introduce a

The second edition of UKPackaging Expo is set to unfold on November 10th and 11th 2026 at the Convention Centre at KingsDock, Liverpool. It follows a successful launch event held at Manchester Central last year, which proved to be an exceptional business networking and trade hub, designed to serve the vibrant and diverse packaging industry