Blue Diamond Garden Centres has released its interim results for the six-month period ending 30 June 2026. These numbers come after a summer of record-breaking heat and illustrate how Blue Diamond is able to stay strong despite industry-wide challenges. Overall sales rose 12.5% to £216m in the six months to the end of June, while pre-tax profits climbed 16% to £24m...

From countryside-inspired decorations to realistic winter foliage, Floralsilk shares the buying trends shaping Christmas 2026, based on order data across its extensive festive collection.

The UK’s leading independent garden centre co-operative becomes Choice Garden Centre Group as it celebrates its silver anniversary with 8 new centres, a combined turnover of £260m and a new talent programme with Westland...

RocketGro continues to push industry boundaries embracing clever marketing strategies with the launch of its second TV quality advert...

The Horticultural Trades Association has joined Defra Minister Stephen Morgan MP, Defra Director General Emma Bourne OBE and UK agri-food business leaders on a trade mission to Paris, marking the first time UK environmental horticulture has been represented on a visit of this kind...

With new scholarships, international work experience and industry visits the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation Scholarships offer students and early-career horticulturists opportunities to develop their skills and build their careers.

The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation has launched its latest scholarship application season, offering students studying horticulture, plant science and related subjects a range of exciting opportunities to develop their knowledge, gain practical experience and take their next steps towards a career in the horticultural industry...

Hillier Garden Centres is getting ready for a busy festive season, with a packed programme of Christmas events, seasonal experiences and retail offerings planned across its portfolio...

Bramblecrest, the leading premium garden furniture brand, is celebrating after being named Employer of the Year at the prestigious South West 250 Awards last week...

The new and exclusive Diddly Squat Farm x Blue Diamond Garden Centres garden gifting collection is now available exclusively in all Blue Diamond Garden Centres and Diddly Squat Farm Shop, and Diamond Club customers have the chance to win an unforgettable Diddly Squat Farm Experience...

The arrival of the poinsettia in store is the signal to customers that the Christmas season has begun. Poinsettias are a brilliant way to create eye catching displays and Christmas theatre in store.  Helping you to upsell and drive gift sales...

Webb Garden Power is expanding its range for 2027, bringing retailers new opportunities in robotic mowing, cordless garden care and watering, alongside additions to its petrol lawnmower line-up...

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Fothergill’s recently joined with Sefton Council to provide as many schools as possible with seed packets that they could use to create green spaces, however small...

Bents Garden & Home’s horticultural heritage continues to flourish as John Bent, 93, is recognised for his years of fundraising, donating more than £25,000 to charity through the National Garden Scheme...

Spring & Autumn Fair has re-launched Inside Retail, a year-round retail content platform designed to provide 24/7, 365-day insight into the industry, with a new fortnightly podcast available...

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, New Leaf Plants and Frank P Matthews Trees are joining forces once again to bring you an inspiring day of talks and tours from three renowned British Growers to kickstart your 2027 season...

Denbighshire County Council’s Tree Nursery is successfully propagating vital native Aspen trees to assist with biodiversity, carbon capture and climate resilience initiatives…and Air-Pot containers are playing a key role...

Stonehouse in Bloom, Gloucestershire, has won the RHS Britain in Bloom UK Finals Competition 2026 with all residents taking on the role of ‘tree custodians’ within the self-designated ‘arboretum’...

New figures published today have highlighted the UK’s dependence on imported trees despite increasing demand for woodland creation, greener towns and cities, and nature recovery. Campaigners say the reliance on overseas-grown stock represents a missed opportunity to support British businesses and build a strong domestic tree production sector, resilience to foreign disease and pests, and capacity to meet future demand...