Evergreen Garden Care has extended its range in Europe with the acquisition of Agaris Horti, a producer and supplier of growing media, from Straco Private Equity.  Read more - members only

Newey Ltd, one of the UK’s largest plant producers, has secured approval for a new 2.5-acre Intermediate Tree Site in Chichester. Read more - members only

Ruxley Manor, Old Railway Line, Brimsmore garden centres and Woodlodge take top GCA awards. Read more - members only

Hillier Nurseries Ltd, a UK-based producer of shrubs and trees, has been awarded the title of International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) 2026 by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH). Read more - members only

Social media posts have raised questions about the future of Downtown Garden Centre, near Grantham, after rumours suggested it closed on Thursday (January 22) for a refit. Read more - members only

B&M European Value Retail has lowered its full‑year profit expectations after a mixed third quarter, despite delivering a strong December and encouraging early January trading. Read more - members only

Following a decision by the directors of WildLife World to close the business, STV has acquired the intellectual property and assets of company. Read more - members only

British Garden Centres has confirmed that it is leasing Downtown Garden Centre in Grantham, Lincolnshire, a move lifts that its national portfolio to 75 centres across the UK. Read more - members only

The winners of the Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) most prestigious awards including its Garden Centres of Excellence were announced at its annual conference yesterday (Tuesday, January 27, 2027). Read more - members only

Garden Centre Association members have been recognised at the GCA’s 2026 conference, with awards presented to the highest-scoring garden centres following the organisation’s annual inspection programme. Read more - members only

Leading UK nurseries enter 2026 with cautious optimism, balancing hopes for modest growth against rising costs and market uncertainty especially over April and May. Read more - members only

Blue Diamond Garden Centres reports strong sales and margin growth in 2025 despite market challenges, driven by acquisitions, improved efficiency, and good spring weather. Read more - members only