In This Issue
British Garden Centres confirms acquisition of Dobbies Morpeth
Dobbies "accelerate plans for growth" as James Barnes becomes an advisor
Cranborne GC implements Corby+Fellas’ WinRetail System
GTN’s Greatest Christmas Award winners revealed
LBC Ultralight Clogs are a popular choice
Garden centres celebrate GCA award success
Gates take over Dobbies Stapleton to create Gates Woodlands Hinkley
Henton and Chattell agrees to acquire Newark site
Three garden centres sold in three weeks
HTA launches Plant Retail Success Initiative
How consumers are searching for garden products online
Mark your diaries now for Glee 2025
Yorkshire-based Pacific Lifestyle acquires TOBS
Would you climb Kilimanjaro for the Greenfingers Charity?
The Greenfingers Charity seeks new Garden Ambassadors
New South-West route joins Garden Re-Leaf Day line-up
Garden centre grotto raises over £38,500 for hospice
Brimsmore Gardens unveils new houseplant area
Town & Country launches new Greenhouse collection
The Greatest Christmas Teams of 2024 to be announced on Monday at Spring Fair - See the Finalists in each award category
75th Spring Fair opens on Sunday
Wyevale Nurseries partners Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
Get your copy of GTN Xtra
The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation produce ‘Cultivate Your Future’ podcasts
Alan Titchmarsh's YouTube channel to appeal to new generation of gardeners
La Gaitana Farms, Colombia, wins AIPH International Grower of the Year 2025
David Marin, Colombia, announced as AIPH Young International Grower of the Year 2025
Speaker line up announced for Garden Press Event
Restoring woodland heritage: Over 22,000 trees planted across historic Staffordshire site
Discover the complete spring offer on PLANTARIUM|GROEN-Direkt
The best of last week's
Blue Diamond acquires Yarnton Home & Garden, Oxfordshire
Barton Grange, Fron Goch and Millbrook Staplehurst crowned as GCA Garden Centres of the Year
Garsons, Castle Gardens and Pugh's Wenvoe win GCA's national Christmas display competition
Pyle Garden Centre picks up Dick Allen Award for Most Improved Centre
Applications open for 2025 Rising Stars programme as Ben Clarke crowned winner
Pre GCA Conference Inspiration and Stimulation from Retail Safari
GTN Xtra Special from IPM Essen in German
Flexible hotspot solutions for retailing plants in colour
Two new hellebores from Allensmore Nurseries
Battery powered, pedestrian machine for lifting heavy stock
Hyacinths get wax coating treatment from Jansen's
Show Your Colours Award IPM 2025 for Hydrangea paniculata ‘Groundbreaker Blush’
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Speaker line up announced for Garden Press Event

 

The speaker line-up for the Collaboration & Innovation Zone at the 2025 Garden Press Event has been revealed. 

 

Over 400 members of the garden media have already pre-registered to attend this highly anticipated event which takes place on Tuesday, 18 February, at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London.   

 

Jointly organised by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and GIMA, the Garden Press Event marks the start of the spring gardening season and offers a unique opportunity for businesses to connect face-to-face with members of the garden press, showcase new products, and share industry stories.  

 

Speaker Line-Up in Collaboration with the Garden Media Guild 

The Collaboration & Innovation Zone will feature an impressive line-up of speakers, including: 

 

Introduction from Fran Barnes, HTA Chief Executive Officer and Vicky Nuttall, GIMA Director 

 

Michael Perry: Gardening’s original 'Mr Plant Geek' 

Michael Perry, widely known as "Mr. Plant Geek," is arguably one of gardening’s first true digital influencers. We are delighted that he has agreed to share insights about his journey and his perspective on the future of influencers and content creators. 

 

‘A conversation with British Garden Centres’ - Amy Stubbs

British Garden Centres is growing! Amy Stubbs will be discussing all things business growth and opportunities for this year as they are now the UK’s largest garden centre group 

 

BBC Gardeners' World events - what's new for 2025? - Nick Bailey

Join BBC Two Gardeners’ World presenter Nick Bailey as he shares exclusive insights into his Headline Show Garden for BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2025. Hosted by Gardeners’ World Magazine editor Kevin Smith, the session also features the team from Young People in Horticulture who will unveil their new Begonia that'll debut at the Show. Plus, updates on the new Hillier Experience Garden at the Spring Fair. 

 

‘David Austin Roses – The News’ - Liam Beddall 

Liam will discuss the lasting appeal and significance of English roses, exploring their place in modern horticulture. He’ll also provide an update on developments at David Austin Roses, focusing on the company’s ongoing work to both preserve and evolve the legacy of these iconic blooms. 

 

Bronte Heritage Collection: Professional Products for Professional Results  - Martin Donnely  

Bronte Heritage collection will be presenting six new professional grade products which have been tried and tested commercially and are now available to the gardening public. All six products are designed to be used in conjunction with peat free growing mediums.  

 

‘Introducing Hota. A fresh approach to plant design on your smartphone’ by Toby and Hannah Gal

Co-founders Hannah and Toby will walk through the inspiration and evolution of the new plant recommendation and design app Hota. From Soil ID, plant recommendations and design to their recent partnership with Proctors Nursery.   

 

Awards and Recognition 

The event will also include the announcement of the 2025 New Product Awards voted for by the visiting press and media, and Best Stand Display. Exhibitors are invited to showcase their latest innovations and enter the New Product Awards for an exclusive opportunity to gain recognition in front of the gardening media. 

 

For more details about the show, visit www.gardenpressevent.co.uk

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