Garden companies making headlines in local news include Squire’s, Bransford Webb celebrating, a new centre for Hillmount and Pillaton looking for new owners.

In the recent trading statement from Blue Diamond Group Finance Director, Neil McDonald, reveals how much Blue Diamond paid for Barton Grange Garden Centre and Garden Centre Plants. 

Sales lift +18% at Blue Diamond after a great season for plants, gardening and garden furniture due to exceptional weather conditions and strategic management initiatives.

BHETA has released an urgent warning regarding the latest Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, highlighting the significant financial implications of the new rules.

The British Home Enhancement Trade Association has unveiled its new website, www.bheta.co.uk, designed to offer a range of additional online benefits to its members.

Cloverleaf is celebrating 40 years of excellence in the aquatics industry and will mark the milestone at PATS 2025 (28–30 September) at the NEC Birmingham. 

Following the success of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show in June, several charities have benefited from donations of hundreds of plants.

Haxnicks celebrates 30 years of garden innovation, known for pioneering products like the bell cloche, biodegradable pots, and Rootrainers propagation system.

Westland Horticulture is encouraging retailers to ensure their stores are ready for success during the expanding hosepipe ban — and to support gardeners navigating drought conditions.

We are delighted to offer to the market this established nursery premises, situated in an area well known for horticulture. Our Ref: 0356

Join Churnet Valley Garden Furniture, a leading name in handcrafted, eco-friendly garden furniture made from FSC-certified timber. We’re seeking a sales agent for Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire & Buckinghamshire.

Join Mifica Products as a self-employed sales agent, promoting Pro-Hold—our revolutionary gravel and mulch glue. Enjoy high commissions, national reach, and full support from an established, trusted manufacturer.

Southeast England preferred. Freehold or leasehold. On behalf of Retained Clients we are looking for between 2 and 4 hectares of glass or polythene, for a plant raising nursery. Our Ref: R007

Sales agents required for South Coast (Dorset/Hampshire).

Squire’s Garden Centres has donated £6,300 to Greenfingers Charity, raised through carrier bag sales at its 17 centres over the past year.

Scotland’s Trade Fair Autumn 2025 is shaping up to be a key event for businesses looking to enter the Scottish market, with high demand for exhibition space from new suppliers.

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced a record-breaking number of entries for the 2025 Grower of the Year Awards, which celebrate excellence in UK nursery production. 

Grass Gains doubles turnover and launches national sales team to boost retail support, following strong growth driven by bold branding, product performance, and digital engagement.

Hornby George PR has appointed Sally Jee as Senior PR Account Director following a period of strong growth and a major expansion of its client portfolio.

Dejex has announced a series of internal promotions and role changes as the company experiences strong growth across key areas of its horticultural business.

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has launched its 97th Garden Retail Online Workshops (GROW) course, this time focused on herbaceous plants.