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The countdown to SOLEX 2026 is on!

We’re just days away from the biggest event in the outdoor living calendar – SOLEX 2026 is set to open its doors from 7th July to 9th July, and excitement is building fast! LOFA's General Manager and SOLEX Event Director Gina Hinde looks forward to three exciting days starting on Tuesday...
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Decco set to make Glee debut in 2026
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Decco is delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at Glee Birmingham for the very first time this September, marking an exciting new chapter in our growth within the garden retail sector...
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Sunnii Lifestyle unveils 2027 outdoor furniture collections
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Sunnii Lifestyle is helping garden centres prepare for the next outdoor living season with a refreshed 2027 collection of stylish, commercial garden furniture designed for today’s retail customer...
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Why more garden centres are discovering the power of pre-designed canopies
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When garden centres are thinking about investing in all-weather retail space, bespoke structures often steal the spotlight. But an increasing number of centres are discovering that pre-designed canopy ranges can offer the perfect balance of speed, value and visual impact...
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Zest expands outdoor entertaining collection at SOLEX
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Timber garden furniture and outdoor leisure specialist, Zest will be welcoming a host of customers and new visitors to its stand (#430) as it unveiled its latest additions to its award-winning outdoor entertaining range...
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RHS and Bramblecrest extend outdoor furniture collaboration
2027 additions to RHS by Bramblecrest collection on show at SOLEX

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Bramblecrest, the premium outdoor furniture brand, have announced a major extension to RHS by Bramblecrest, a special RHS collection of dining, lounging and reclining outdoor furniture and accessories launched to great acclaim in July 2024 at SOLEX...
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BeefEater set to unveil Proline Series Gen 2 at SOLEX
BeefEater returns to SOLEX to unveil the Proline Series Gen 2, a premium barbecue range designed to bring professional performance and modern style to outdoor cooking...
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Kettler supports trade partners with new asset portal
Kettler is continuing to invest in supporting its trade partners with the launch of a new Stock Portal in September 2026...
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Mental health charity Plants and Minds seeks new Trustees and Chair to drive growth

Leading provider of mental health support via horticultural therapy, Plants and Minds, is looking to expand its Board of Trustees and appoint a new Chair of Trustees to lead the charity through an exciting period of growth...
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British Garden Centres' Libby and Phillippa Stubbs conquer Kilimanjaro
Libby and Phillippa Stubbs of British Garden Centres have returned from Tanzania having successfully summited Mount Kilimanjaro, as part of a 23-strong team of horticultural industry professionals raising money for Greenfingers Charity...
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GIMA's Tillington Buyer Connect delivers meaningful new business conversations

GIMA's latest Buyer Connect event has been hailed a resounding success, bringing together selected member suppliers with the buying team from The Tillington Group for a day of focused commercial conversations, new connections and future business opportunities...
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GCA launches sponsorship packages for 2027 annual conference

The Garden Centre Association is inviting businesses across the horticultural and retail sectors to explore sponsorship opportunities for its 2027 annual conference, taking place from January 24–27...
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Garden Trading reports record Q2 results

Garden Trading's latest results demonstrate how a customer-centric approach is helping drive growth across key performance metrics, while strengthening brand loyalty in an increasingly crowded marketplace...
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The Horti House strengthens UK and Dutch expertise with two appointments
The Horti House has announced the appointment of two highly respected industry professionals, Brian Redman and Daan Spaargaren, as the business continues to invest in its growth, international sourcing capabilities and support for UK garden centres...
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Lavender takes centre stage in the medicinal Garden at Merriments
The scent and colour of lavender are filling Merriments Gardens this summer, as the Medicinal Garden comes into full bloom with drifts of fragrant purple flowers around its tranquil water rill...
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Lemon tree sales jump 613% as shoppers embrace Mediterranean gardens
New data from TikTok Shop gardening business YouGarden suggests shoppers are increasingly embracing Mediterranean-inspired gardens and easy-to-grow edible produce. The standout trend has been citrus trees...
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AIPH World Green City Awards 2026
The International Association of Horticultural Producers has announced that the AIPH World Green City Awards 2026 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony will take place in Hong Kong, China, on 29 October 2026, alongside the 62nd International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) World and Asia-Pacific Regional Congress 2026...
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Gardening and DIY retailers must time promotions
Approximately 80% of UK consumers believe that bank holidays are a good time to garden and complete DIY tasks...
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The best of last week's
If you missed last week's GTN Xtra, below are the most-read stories...
Melcourt's Andy Chalmers retires after 60 years’ service to the industry
After 60 years of extremely varied employment in the UK forestry, timber harvesting and horticultural industries, Melcourt Industries chairman Andy Chalmers is retiring..
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Golf day drives Greenfingers Charity Kilimanjaro total even higher
Fresh from conquering Africa's highest mountain, Greenfingers Charity Ambassador Bob Marley is continuing his remarkable fundraising mission, with a charity golf day helping Team Greenfingers edge ever closer to its next fundraising milestone...
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Tribute to John Ravenscroft from past HTA President Alan Down
Alan Down, Immediate Past President HTA, writes a tribute to John Ravenscroft who's funeral is held tomorrow, Monday 29th June...
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Acquisition strengthens UK horticultural sector
Harrowden has acquired George Davies Turf & Stone (GDT), bringing together two highly respected businesses with shared values, complementary strengths and a shared commitment to quality, service and long-term customer relationships...
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Glee's exhibitor line-up keeps growing
The momentum behind Glee 2026 shows no signs of slowing, with another exciting group of brands confirming their place on the show floor and adding even more innovation, inspiration and commercial opportunity for visitors...
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Corby + Fellas welcomes another Choice member
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Corby + Fellas' Jacob Parker and Jamie Cann successfully completed the installation of WinRetail at the wonderful Warbreck Garden Centre in Lathom, near Ormskirk, Lancashire...
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Zest adds to modular outdoor entertaining collection
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Following the outstanding success of Zest’s outdoor entertaining collection during the 2025 season, the timber garden furniture and outdoor leisure specialist is returning to SOLEX to unveil a host of additional ‘al fresco’ products (stand 430) and show promotions, exclusive to Zest’s on stand visitors...
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Supremo sets benchmark for outdoor living
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Supremo continues to set the benchmark for outdoor living, offering trade buyers beautifully crafted furniture that elevates any collection...
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Stay one step ahead of the weather with Workforce Manager AI
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Weather has always been a major influence on Garden Centre trading success – and with increasingly extreme and unpredictable conditions, the need for smarter, forward-looking tools has never been greater...
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