Desch Plantpak announces restructuring and leadership change

Desch Plantpak B.V., a leading manufacturer of sustainable horticultural solutions, has announced a strategic restructuring of its operations to strengthen long-term competitiveness. Read more - members only

Jeroen Schipper and Jan Willem Wieringa

Join the SOLEX Awards followed by a F1 Afterparty

SOLEX Exhibition 2025 is revving up with an exclusive F1-themed Afterparty & Awards Evening on Tuesday 8th July at The Vox, NEC Birmingham.

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David Croft

Alton Garden Centre to leave the Tillington Group

Alton Garden Centre has decided to leave the Tillington Group on the 30th September of this year. Read more - members only

Derek Bunker

Durston’s Chris Durston marks 60 years in business

To mark an incredible 60 years at the helm of Durston Garden Products, Managing Director Chris Durston celebrated in style – strapped to the top wing of a biplane!

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Chris Durston

Peter Beales Roses wins Gold at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2025

Peter Beales Roses of Attleborough, Norfolk has won a Gold Medal at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2025, adding to their earlier success at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year.

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BBC Gardeners World 2025 - GOLD

What it means to win a New Product Award at PATS

Winning a New Product Award at the Pet & Aquatics Trade Show can have a tremendous impact on the fortunes of a PATS exhibitor. It can help turn a new launch into a bestselling item in pet stores around the country and clinch that all-important export deal. Read more - open to all

Dog & Bond – Winner of New Starter Zone Award

Wyevale Nurseries to launch 2026 Retail Catalogue at HTA National Plant Show

 

Wyevale Nurseries will unveil its 2026 retailers’ catalogue at this year’s HTA National Plant Show, showcasing an exciting line-up of new British-grown plant promotions tailored for the garden centre market. Read more - open to all

Andy Johnson, Managing Director, Wyevale Nurseries, with the new 2026 Retailers’ Catalogue

MBE for Richard Jackson

Richard Jackson has been awarded the MBE in the King's Birthday Honours for services to Children's Hospices.  He is the founder and president of The Greenfingers Charity. Read more - open to all

Richard Jackson MBE

YGCG prepares for future growth across its multi-sites

Yorkshire Garden Centres group has appointed Dan Campbell as its Buying Support Manager to work across all seven sites in West and North Yorkshire. Read more - open to all

Dan Campbell with Marc Salama

Dobbies Garden Centre appoints two new Directors

Dobbies Garden Centre appoints two new Directors as operations director, Nick Anderson, steps down after 12 years. Read more - members only

George Hutchinson

Martin Carnaby of LOFA Council presents a cheque to Mind

In support for mental health initiatives, Martin Carnaby, Country Manager UK & Ireland, Broil King and a valued member of the LOFA (Leisure & Outdoor Furniture Association) Council, recently presented a cheque for £7,500 to Mind, the mental health charity. Read more - open to all

GIMA Charity Golf Day delivers another winning round

The annual GIMA Charity Golf Day teed off in style on Thursday 5th June, welcoming garden industry professionals to Belton Woods Golf, Spa and Hotel in Grantham for a day of sporting competition, networking, and fundraising – all in aid of the Greenfingers Charity. Read more - open to all

GIMA Golf Day 2025 - winners

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