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Summer starts at SOLEX 2026 – register today
Olympic legend Sir Jason Kenny named as a headline speaker at 2027 GCA Conference
GIMA to launch international trade service Gardenex
Hot May highlights the value of gardens as garden centres navigate rising costs
Dobbies confirmed as first-ever sponsors for Discover Scottish Gardens map
Summer Showroom Directory in GTN May-June 2026 Issue
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Wyevale Nurseries to exhibit at HTA National Plant Show
Farplants to showcase award entries, Christmas Ranges and new initiative at National Plant Show
Webb secures BBC Gardeners’ World Best Buy recognition
RHS Badminton Flower Show to feature largest ever show garden alongside first exhibit by music icon Will Young
RHS joins the 50th anniversary celebrations for Whichford Pottery
Registration opens for 78th AIPH Annual Congress
The best of last week's
Blue Diamond Garden Centres and Diddly Squat Farm Announce Exclusive Retail Partnership
GIMA Awards 2026 attracts record-breaking interest as judging day approaches
Toolbank drive to success at the GIMA Charity Golf Day
Blue Diamond to buy all the stock from AMES
Retailers give GET OFF Paws Away the thumbs-up
The Greenfingers Kilimanjaro team get ready for the ultimate challenge as they arrive in Tanzania
Go Floral on Friday to support the Greenfingers Killimanjaro team
Rainforests, rock walls and the roof of Africa – the adventure awaiting the Greenfingers team
Celebrities send video message of support
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The Greenfingers Kilimanjaro team get ready for the ultimate challenge as they arrive in Tanzania

The Greenfingers Kilimanjaro team arrived in Tanzania earlier today (Thursday), on the eve of their trek into the rainforest on Floral Friday. A total of £221,887 has been raised so far. To support the Greenfingers Kilimanjaro Trek team, visit: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/greenfingers-kilimanjaro2026

See gallery of pictures of the team arriving in Tanzania
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Go Floral on Friday to support the Greenfingers Killimanjaro team

The Greenfingers Charity is issuing a final call for the garden retail industry to get involved in Floral Friday tomorrow (12th June), a colourful show of support for the 23 trekkers setting off to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in aid of the charity...

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Rainforests, rock walls and the roof of Africa – the adventure awaiting the Greenfingers team

For months we have has been following the Greenfingers Charity Kilimanjaro team as they trained, fundraised and prepared for the challenge of a lifetime. Together, the 23 trekkers have already raised more than £214,000 in support of Greenfingers Charity, inspiring colleagues, friends and family every step of the way.
 
As departure day finally approaches, one question remains – what exactly have they signed up for...

See the challenge itinery in full here
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Celebrities send video message of support

Dame Mary Berry, Alan Titchmarsh, David Domoney, Jo Whiley, Stephen Mangan, the cast of Eastenders, Ann-Marie Powell and Jim Carter are among the celebrities sending messages of support to the Greenfingers Kilimanjaro Challenge team...

See photos of the departure to Africa and watch the celebrity video here
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Summer starts at SOLEX 2026 – register today

With just under one month to go until SOLEX 26 opens its doors, excitement is building for what promises to be another fantastic show...

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Olympic legend Sir Jason Kenny named as a headline speaker at 2027 GCA Conference

Britain's most successful Olympian of all time Sir Jason Kenny has been confirmed as a headline speaker for the Garden Centre Association’s annual conference in January 2027...

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GIMA to launch international trade service Gardenex

GIMA has announced the launch of Gardenex, its dedicated international trade service, designed to support international trade, strengthen commercial connections and create new opportunities for businesses operating across the global garden sector...

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Hot May highlights the value of gardens as garden centres navigate rising costs

The Horticultural Trades Association’s latest Market Update shows that garden centre sales slipped just 1% by value in May 2026 compared with the same month last year – the sunniest May on record. Consumer confidence edged up 2 points to -23, while the UK’s joint third warmest May on record helped drive demand in seasonal categories...

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Dobbies confirmed as first-ever sponsors for Discover Scottish Gardens map

Dobbies Garden Centres has been announced as the first-ever sponsor of the Discover Scottish Gardens map, widely recognised as one of Scotland’s most popular tourism brochures...

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Summer Showroom Directory in GTN May-June 2026 Issue

In this issue:

  • Fakenham Garden Centre
  • Glee Roadshow 2026
  • Celebrations and trends at Chelsea
  • J-Class Moongate
  • Making Napoleon famous
  • Comfort and joy from Bramblecrest
  • Summer Showroom Special & Directory
  • DLF and Johnsons Lawn Seed
  • LeisureGrow open for business
  • Westland’s brand-new showroom
  • Introducing Royal Garden UK
  • Plant show round up for Summer 2026
  • Food allergy awareness and safety - New GTN series
  • Create an experience - Adapt or Die
  • Floral Spectacular at Chelsea - GTN Planteria
  • Keeping Garden Furniture moving - LOFA Viewpoint
  • Putting on a show - HTA Viewpoint
Read the issue on-line here
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Wyevale Nurseries to exhibit at HTA National Plant Show

Leading commercial grower Wyevale Nurseries will be exhibiting at the Horticultural Trades Association National Plant Show, taking place on June 17-18 at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire...

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Farplants to showcase award entries, Christmas Ranges and new initiative at National Plant Show
 

Farplants will be exhibiting at stand 349/360 at the National Plant Show 2026 - easy to find as they’re neighbouring the HTA Village...

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Webb secures BBC Gardeners’ World Best Buy recognition

British garden machinery brand Webb Garden Power has been presented with 2026 Best Buy status by BBC Gardeners’ World magazine for two of its latest cordless lawnmowers: the Webb 20V 30cm Cordless Cylinder Lawnmower and the Webb 40V (2 x 20V) 47cm Brushless Self-Propelled Lawnmower...

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