Join the growth story with Lava-Lite UK
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Lava-Lite is seeking experienced, motivated sales agents to represent across the following regions: London, Home Counties & Midlands, North Wales, and Scotland...
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Woodmansterne seeks Retail Development Manager
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Woodmansterne, a leading publisher and supplier of greeting cards to the very best retailers across the UK, has a vacancy for a Retail Development Manager for the South East, covering Surrey, Kent, East/West Sussex and South London...
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Stubbs family invests in New Leaf Plants
New Leaf Plants, the UK’s largest climber grower, has announced a successful financial restructuring supported by investment from the Stubbs family.This strategic move reinforces the company’s long-term vision, protects jobs, and lays the foundation for sustainable growth.

“This marks an exciting new chapter for New Leaf Plants,” said David Higginson, Managing Director (pictured above right).
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Thetford Garden Centre joins Future Marketing Group

Thetford Garden Centre has joined the Future Marketing Group of independent garden centres. With 15 member companies representing 24 garden centres across the UK, this strategic partnership signals an exciting new chapter for the Future Marketing Group and Thetford Garden Centre...
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October brings steady sales for garden centres but the picture masks pressure on profits

Garden centres delivered steady sales growth in October 2025, with overall sales up +7% on October 2024 and +13% on 2023, according to the Horticultural Trades Association’s latest Market Update. While this indicates continued resilience across the sector, higher price inflation meant that sales volumes rose more modestly, up +3% year-on-year...
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GCA figures show an ‘excellent month’ up 10.71% on 2024
October's’ Garden Centre Association Barometer of Trade reveals an ‘impressive increase’ of +10.71% when compared to October 2024...
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RocketGro grows its fleet of branded lorries ahead of 2026
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Having enjoyed a record year in 2025, RocketGro further expands its capacity to make deliveries to garden centres using their own vehicles, by adding further lorries to their fleet!
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Altico Garden Products celebrates GIMA Awards success
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Altico Garden Products is proud to announce its outstanding success at the prestigious GIMA Awards held at Celtic Manor, where the company was recognised for innovation in two product categories. This included being honoured with the top prize in the Garden Lighting, Water Features & Ornamentation category for its Whirlpool Water Feature...
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Woodmansterne seeks Retail Development Manager
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Woodmansterne, a leading publisher and supplier of greeting cards to the very best retailers across the UK, has a vacancy for a Retail Development Manager for the South East, covering Surrey, Kent, East/West Sussex and South London...
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Blue Diamond partner with Hospice UK for festive initiative

Blue Diamond Garden Centres are partnering with Hospice UK to launch a heartwarming festive initiative, by donating real Christmas trees to hospices located near to each of its 52 garden centres...
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Management team takes helm in Stax Trade Centres buyout

Stax Trade Centres is embarking on an exciting new era with the announcement of a management buyout, a move that seamlessly continues its 44-year legacy of stability and success. The deal sees Purchasing Director Simon Wright and Operations Director Nigel Wright step into the roles of Joint Managing Directors...
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Colegrave Seabrook Foundation launches 2026 Scholarship season with two exciting additions

The recently opened Colegrave Seabrook Foundation scholarship application season, includes two exciting new scholarships. Joining its extensive programme of support for students studying horticulture, plant science, or related subjects, these awards aim to help aspiring horticulturists complete their studies and gain valuable industry experience...
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Swift delivery critical to secure supply chains
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), Union Fleurs and the European Nurserystock Association (ENA) welcome the announcement this week of the confirmation of the formal authorisation given by the EU Council to the European Commission to open negotiations with the UK on an EU-UK SPS arrangement as set out in the Common Understanding of 19 May 2025...
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British Garden Centres supports DIY SOS for Children in Need

British Garden Centres supplied a plant contribution through its Tarporley store to the inspiring DIY SOS for BBC Children in Need project, which recently completed an incredible build for The Joshua Tree charity in Northwich...
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HTA responds to EA report warning that England faces widespread drought next year without a wet winter
Fran Barnes, Chief Executive of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), said: “The Environment Agency’s latest report reinforces the urgent need for the government to prioritise a water resilience strategy. It is completely unacceptable that we are allowing valuable Autumn and Winter rain to, quite literally, pour down the drain at the same time as the Environment Agency warning that large parts of England could face drought again next Spring..."
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Spring Fair 2026 unveils bold new campaign theme

Spring Fair, the UK’s definitive showcase for Home, Gift and Fashion, returns to the NEC Birmingham from 1-4 February 2026, unveiling an inspiring new creative direction themed Retail Alchemists - Masters of the Mix. The Alchemists of Retail...
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British Garden Centres’ magical Christmas themes
British Garden Centres is inviting shoppers to explore a sparkling array of Christmas decorating themes, from much-loved favourites to fresh new looks for 2025...
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York garden centre Highly Commended at business awards

The team at Dean’s York Garden Centre is celebrating after receiving a Highly Commended accolade at a regional business award...
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Efficient clearing with EGO's first leaf vacuum
Leading outdoor power equipment specialist, EGO Power+, has released its first leaf vacuum. The 3-in-1 LV5000E is designed for everyday garden maintenance and can be used as a blower, vacuum, and mulcher...
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Hug Rug launches new Outdoor Mat collection

Hug Rug, the original creators of the washable rug, has launched its new range of Outdoor Mats, crafted from ECONYL® yarn, washable and made from fully recycled nylon material...
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John Dunning, founder of Red Barn Wild Bird, sadly passes away aged 80
John Dunning, founder and director of Red Barn Wild Bird products, sadly passed away at the age of 80 following a battle with prostate cancer.
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RHS and Atlantic Mats launch Recycled Rugs
Atlantic Mats, famous for designing and creating hard-wearing, washable, eco-friendly doormats, has followed the success of its Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)-licensed Bloom Collection of beautiful doormats and runners with the launch at retail of a range of three rugs – simply called Recycled Rugs...
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Finalists announced for 2026 AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards
Ten ornamental horticulture growers from around the world have reached the finals for the AIPH International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards 2026...
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Dumfries House Estate crowned RHS Partner Garden of the Year
Dumfries House Estate in Ayrshire, Scotland has been crowned RHS Partner Garden of the Year 2025, following an overwhelming response in a nationwide public vote organised by the Royal Horticultural Society...
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2025 GIMA Awards winners crowned as GARDENA clinches Sword of Excellence
GARDENA UK won the Sword of Excellence at the GIMAAwards for its solar-powered AquaBloom, which keeps up to 30 plants thriving without the need of an outside tap or power source.
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More photos from the GIMA Awards
The garden industry came together in style last week for the sold-out 2025 GIMA Awards, held at the magnificent Celtic Manor Resort in Newport. The night was a true celebration of creativity, innovation, and dedication, as the industry’s leading suppliers and manufacturers were recognised for their outstanding achievements over the past year...
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Haskins appoints new Chief Financial Officer
Haskins Garden Centres has welcomed Wendy Axford as its new Chief Financial Officer to spearhead the brand’s long-term business strategy and drive ongoing transformation across its garden centre portfolio...
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Voting now open to GCA garden centres for Associate Member of the Year 2025
The GCA's garden centre members are being asked to nominate their Associate Member of the Year 2025 – with the winner crowned at the industry body’s Annual Conference in January (January 25 until 28, 2026)...
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Festive Productions announces exclusive UK distribution agreement with Christmas Inspirations
Festive Productions Ltd has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Christmas Inspirations, a leading Dutch supplier specialising in licensed Christmas decorations and lighting...
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British Garden Centres launches festive TV advert
British Garden Centres has launched its new heartwarming festive TV advert to light up Christmas this year. This year’s campaign, ‘Light Up Christmas,’ invites families to create magical memories and brighten their homes with festive decorations, lights, and neighbourly community spirit.
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Make any garden beautiful with Altico’s new GardenScape Aggregates
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Altico Garden Products is proud to announce the launch of GardenScape, a stylish new range of smaller decorative aggregate packs designed to meet the evolving needs of modern retailers and homeowners...
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Holt Garden Centre implements WinRetail system
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Corby+Fellas are honoured to partner with Holt Garden Centre, by implementing our acclaimed WinRetail Stock, Epos and Retail Management and Restaurant System...
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Help your customers keep winter birds well fed with tips from Honeyfield’s
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Honeyfield’s resident wild bird expert Simon Smethurst has produced some tips to help your garden bird loving customers attract and support the many species of bird spending winter in the UK...
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