Glee returns to Spring Fair for 2026 relaunch
Glee will return to Spring Fair in February 2026, creating a major early-season buying touchpoint that connects garden retail suppliers with Spring Fair’s broad cross-category audience at the NEC Birmingham. Read more - members only
New Leaf Plants has been rescued from administration
Following a brief period in administration, New Leaf Plants, the UK’s largest climber grower, announces a successful financial restructuring supported by investment from the Stubbs Family. Read more - open to all
Interim results confirm B&M profit warnings and trigger leadership overhaul
B&M has confirmed the profit warnings it issued in October, with its latest interim results revealing a sharp decline in profitability and a significant shake-up in its leadership team. Read more - members only
Hillier Nurseries is a finalist for 2026 AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards
Hillier Nurseries is a finalist for the prestigious AIPH International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards 2026. This recognition follows Hillier’s success at the HTA Grower of the Year Awards 2025. Read more - members only
T&M survey looks forward to 2026
British Gardening is set for sustainable, wildlife-friendly, digital, and resilient growth in 2026, says Thompson & Morgan following a nationwide survey. Read more - members only
HORNBACH announces expansion plans into Serbia
HORNBACH Baumarkt AG, one of Europe’s largest home improvement and garden retail groups, has announced its intention to expand operations into Serbia. Read more - members only
October sales growth but pressures are very real
October sales show continued resilience, yet the HTA highlights pressures on consumers and says more companies are planning to slow or cut investment. Read more - members only
Management buyout and leadership transition at Stax Trade Centres
Stax Trade Centres Ltd. has entered a new chapter following a management buyout, continuing its 44-year legacy of stability and growth. Read more - members only
Garden centres making the headlines locally
Garden centres making local headlines include a toy emporium at Webbs, turkey collections from Hillier, a new building at Otter, paddle courts at Blue Diamond and the return of a garden centre set to close. Read more - members only
Planters A21 garden centre continues expansion plans
The new owners of Planters A21 garden centre in Etchingham have submitted plans for further expansion and the addition of a nursery. Read more - members only
GIMA AWARDS 2025
Gardena lifted the Sword of Honour at the 44th GIMA Awards in front of 440 guests for a night of celebration at Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, hosted by Patrick Kielty. Read more - open to all
Market leaders in the UK’s online plant sector
A brand new report has highlighted the leading brands in the UK’s online plant industry for 2025, including the best-rated and most prominent brands in the sector. Read more - members only
