Greenfingers supporters choose their 2028 challenge
Supporters can vote between Machu Picchu and the Great Wall of China for Greenfingers Charity’s next overseas fundraising challenge in 2028. Read more - open to all
Greenfingers supporters choose their 2028 challenge
Supporters can vote between Machu Picchu and the Great Wall of China for Greenfingers Charity’s next overseas fundraising challenge in 2028. Read more - open to all
Gardena takes on the Yorkshire Three Peaks in support of UNICEF
Last week, leading gardening care brand GARDENA challenged their UK team to take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks, a demanding 24 mile walk to summit Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough, all while carrying 5L of water.
Drone demonstrations planned for ICTG Harvest Field Day
Irish Christmas Tree Growers (ICTG) will stage its annual Harvest Field Day at Laganvale Farm, Lisburn, Co Down, on Friday 2 October, with demonstrations of how drone technology can help growers. Read more - members only
Wyevale Nurseries retains Plant Healthy certification
Wyevale Nurseries has retained Plant Healthy Certification for a sixth consecutive year, recognising its continued commitment to plant health and biosecurity.
Read more - open to allLOHAS Fertiliser wins 2026 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund with Steep & Sprout™
Steep & Sprout™, an innovative Shropshire-made plant tea from LOHAS Fertiliser Ltd, has been named the winner of the 2026 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund, securing a package of funding and industry support designed to accelerate the product’s journey into the garden retail market. Read more - open to all
GCA opens Worrall Cup entries early
Garden Centre Association members can enter the 2026 Worrall Cup from September 1, with an earlier deadline designed to avoid the festive rush.
Read more - open to allGreenfingers celebrates £32,000 Summer Ball success
Greenfingers Charity raised £32,000 at its 2026 Summer Ball and has extended its Early Bird offer for the 2027 event until 10 August.
Read more - open to allYPHA hosts exclusive Maelor Forest Nurseries visit
YPHA is inviting members aged 35 and under to visit Maelor Forest Nurseries, offering exclusive industry insight, networking opportunities and expert discussions on the future of forestry.
Read more - open to allRoyal visit celebrates Wyevale Nurseries team
The Duchess of Gloucester visited Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford, meeting staff and learning about the wholesale grower's propagation, sustainability and British-grown plant production.
Read more - open to allGCA reveals East region summer award winners
Perrywood Tiptree, Poplars and Pennells Sleaford secured Garden Centre of the Year titles as the GCA announced its 2026 East region summer award winners.
Read more - open to allWyevale team walks twelve miles to support WaterAid
Frank P. Matthews celebrates 125 years with Open Day
Frank P. Matthews Trees celebrated its 125th anniversary with an industry Open Day, showcasing its tree-growing expertise, innovation and commitment to the future of British horticulture.
Read more - open to allGolf day boosts Greenfingers Kilimanjaro fundraising total
A charity golf day has helped Team Greenfingers surpass £244,000 in fundraising following its Mount Kilimanjaro challenge, bringing the charity closer to its £250,000 milestone.
Read more - open to allGreenfingers trekkers near summit as fundraising climbs
Greenfingers Charity’s Kilimanjaro team has reached day six of its trek, raising more than £227,000 and aiming to surpass £250,000.
Read more - open to allFrank 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
HTA Grower Awards celebrate horticultural excellence and innovation
Allensmore Nurseries takes the overall Grower of the Year title as the HTA Awards recognise innovation, sustainability, technology and talent across UK horticulture.
Read more - open to allPedal Power: Take on 335 miles for Greenfingers
The Greenfingers Charity is calling on supporters to get on their bikes for an unforgettable fundraising challenge in 2027, cycling more than 300 miles from London to Amsterdam to help create magical gardens for children and families who spend time in hospices. Read more - open to all
AI-driven trial aims to improve urban tree survival
A pioneering project in Manchester is testing whether artificial intelligence can help tackle one of the biggest challenges facing urban tree planting: keeping trees alive... Read more - open to all
Bell Plantation joins Prosper buying group
Bell Plantation Garden Centre, on Watling Street near Towcester, has joined the Prosper Garden Centre Buying Group, increasing its membership to ten independent, family-owned businesses. Read more - members only
GCA reveals full 2027 conference programme
The Garden Centre Association has unveiled its 2027 conference programme, featuring leading speakers covering retail, economics, consumer behaviour, data, leadership and business resilience. Read more - open to all
Greenfingers seeks runners for 2027 London Half
Greenfingers Charity is recruiting runners for 10 exclusive places in the 2027 London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising funds for therapeutic gardens at children's hospices.
Read more - open to allGarden Centres turn to food, padel and dinosaurs as the summer heat rises
In a bid to drive footfall over a long hot summer, Garden centres continue to diversify, developing their food offering, creating family customer events and activities and opening new social and sporting venues. Read more - members only
GCA crowns Midlands, Wales & West regional garden centre winners
Planters Tamworth, Old Railway Line and Poundbury Gardens won top honours in the GCA's 2026 Midlands, Wales & West regional summer awards.
Read more - open to allGCA names North region award winners
Bents Garden & Home, Fron Goch Garden Centre and Klondyke Howdens claimed top honours in the GCA's 2026 North region summer awards.
Read more - open to allAir-Pot celebrates King’s Award at Royal Reception
Air-Pot® attended a Royal Reception at St James’s Palace to celebrate its 2026 King’s Award for Enterprise, recognising the Scottish company's international trade success.
Read more - open to allGreenfingers Charity celebrates success of spectacular Summer Ball
The Greenfingers Charity is extending its heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported this year's Summer Ball, following an unforgettable evening of celebration, generosity and fundraising in aid of children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Read more - open to all
Mental health charity Plants and Minds seeks new Trustees and Chair
Leading provider of mental health support via horticultural therapy, Plants and Minds, is looking to expand its Board of Trustees and appoint a new Chair of Trustees to lead the charity. Read more - open to all
23 trekkers conquered Kilimanjaro and raised £237,000
After months of preparation, fundraising and anticipation, the Greenfingers Charity Kilimanjaro team has completed one of the world’s toughest trekking challenges, pushing themselves to their physical and mental limits in support of children with life-limiting conditions and their families. Read more - open to all
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
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