APL members celebrate summer show medal success

Association of Professional Landscapers members won 63 medals and awards during the 2026 flower show season, recognising excellence in garden design, landscaping and construction.

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Autumn Fair expands gifting showcase for retailers

Autumn Fair 2026 will bring together leading gift brands, new exhibitors and exclusive launches, helping retailers source products ahead of the Golden Quarter and 2027.

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RHS announces new Bristol Show for 2027

The RHS has confirmed a four-show programme for 2027, combining two established flagship events with a new city-centre festival in Bristol and the return of RHS Flower Show Tatton Park. Read more - members only

RHS Badminton 2026

Consumer expert joins GCA conference line-up

Consumer behaviour expert Kate Hardcastle MBE will speak at the GCA's 2027 Conference, sharing insights on retail trends, customer trust and the future of consumer behaviour.

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Kate Hardcastle MBE has joined the roster of speakers for the GCA’s annual conference in 2027.

Green Olive Firewood acquired by The Log Club Ltd

Green Olive Firewood has announced its acquisition by The Log Club Ltd, part of the TEM Group of companies. The move creates one of the largest manufacturers of British kiln dried firewood in the country. Read more - members only

Miracle-Gro competition discovers Britain’s everyday gardeners

More than half of gardeners entering a spring Miracle-Gro competition described themselves as “everyday” gardeners, highlighting demand for simple solutions and practical garden improvements. Read more - members only

Klondyke Group reports another strong trading year

Klondyke Group has reported another strong year for the 12 months to September 2025, with sales, margins and profit all ahead of the previous year. Read more - members only

Klondyke at Polmont

Gardeners' World Autumn Fair returns to Audley End

BBC Gardeners' World Autumn Fair returns to Audley End in September with show gardens, expert speakers, workshops, shopping and new houseplant and craft features.

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PATS opens New Product Awards entries

Entries are now open for the PATS 2026 New Product Showcase & Awards, giving exhibitors the chance to highlight innovations before buyers at the NEC Birmingham.

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HTA unveils consumer finance service for garden centres

The HTA, in partnership with Novuna Consumer Finance, has launched a new service enabling garden centre members to offer their customers the option of spreading the cost of higher value purchases. Read more - members only

Perennial marks 25 years of expanded support for horticulture

Perennial looks back at 25 years since it widened its services to support all those working in, or retired from, horticulture — a shift that has helped thousands of people facing financial, health, career and life-changing challenges. Read more - open to all

Mims grows national team with new Head Merchandiser

Pottery supplier Mims has promoted Adrian Haslam to the newly created role of Head Merchandiser as it strengthens support for garden centres through its growing nationwide merchandising team. Read more - open to all

Adrian Haslam

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