Sales down, costs up, says HTA in May trading report
Profits are under pressure in 2026 with rising costs and no growth in overall garden centre sales this year, so far, despite the warmest spring on record in England and Wales. Read more - members only
Family’s tribute to John Ravenscroft
Here we print in full, the family’s tribute to John Ravenscroft, who has died aged 89. Read more - open to all
Wyevale Nurseries to exhibit at HTA National Plant Show 2026
Leading UK commercial grower Wyevale Nurseries will be exhibiting at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show, taking place on June 17–18 at NAEC Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire (June 2026).
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Record-breaking turnout delivers GIMA's biggest Golf Day yet
The annual GIMA Charity Golf Day teed off last week on Thursday 4th June, welcoming a record-breaking 100 golfers to Belton Woods Golf, Spa and Hotel for a day of sporting competition, networking and fundraising – all in aid of the Greenfingers Charity. 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
GIMA Awards 2026 entries reach record high
The countdown to the GIMA Awards 2026 is well underway, with record entry numbers and strong demand for tickets confirming this year's event is set to be one of the most successful in the awards' history. Read more - open to all
Blue Diamond signs exclusive retail partnership with Diddly Squat Farm
Blue Diamond Garden Centres has agreed an exclusive three-year retail partnership with Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm to develop a range of co-branded gardening products. Read more - members only
Sir Jason Kenny to headline GCA Conference
Sir Jason Kenny will headline the GCA Conference 2027, sharing lessons on resilience, performance and success as delegates gather in Stratford-upon-Avon for the annual industry event.
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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.
