Frank P Matthews launches ‘Legacy’ Apple Tree to mark 125th Anniversary
Frank P Matthews Trees has launched a new commemorative apple tree, ‘Legacy’, for the forthcoming season, marking its 125th anniversary while supporting the work of the National Garden Scheme. Read more - open to all
Something prehistoric is coming to Bents
Bents Garden & Home is launching a new family attraction, Dinosaurs in the Hidden Garden, from 1 July to 6 September, transforming its Hidden Garden into an immersive dinosaur trail. Read more - open to all
Rowlinson celebrates 100 years of innovation
Rowlinson is celebrating 100 years of family ownership, marking a century of timber innovation, manufacturing growth and investment across packaging, garden products and engineering sectors.
Brimsmore manager raises £12,000 for Greenfingers
Alexa Blackmore has raised more than £12,000 for Greenfingers Charity ahead of a Mount Kilimanjaro trek next month. Read more - open to all
BALI names Regional Student Winners 2026
The BALI Chalk Fund has announced its 2026 Regional Students of the Year, recognising outstanding achievement, professionalism and excellence across landscape, horticulture and garden design disciplines.
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Family confirm death of John Ravenscroft
John Ravenscroft, founder of Bridgemere who died on 26th June, was a celebrated plantsman, RHS vice president and award-winner whose pioneering vision transformed nursery production and garden retailing. Read more - open to all
GIMA to launch Gardenex
GIMA has launched Gardenex, a dedicated international trade service that will help members explore new markets, build global partnerships and create fresh business opportunities worldwide. Read more - open to all
B&M back to basics as profit slides
B&M has reported higher sales but sharply lower profits for FY26 (52 weeks to 28 March 2026), underlining the pressure on value retail in the UK. Read more - members only
World leading grass seed supplier opens Living Showcase in UK
World leading grass seed supplier, DLF Seeds, has opened a living showcase at its DC near Worcester featuring a tennis court, golf green, cricket pitch and wildflower meadows. Gardenforum visits this understated company. Read more - members only
Water disruption causes losses at Kent Garden Centres
Toilets and restaurant close as water slows to a trickle at garden centres in Kent due to supplies disruption. Read more - members only
Oak processionary moth warning issued
The public are being urged to be vigilant for any sightings of oak processionary moth caterpillars, a tree pest of oak trees. The warm weather has led to the moth growing quicker than in previous years. Read more - members only
Fera unveils its new website
Fera has launched a redesigned website to make it easier for ornamental horticulture businesses to access expert support on plant health, biosecurity and regulation. Read more - members only
