Joint Administrators appointed at BHGS to seek rescue solution

Evesham-headquartered supplier and distributor of horticultural products BHGS Limited, has appointed administrators from BTG, the financial and real estate advisory group.  It continues to trade. Read more - members only

Pedal 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

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

Despite record heat Garden Centre revenues are ahead of 2025

Despite record heat, UK garden centre revenues rose 2% in August.  Consumer confidence, the general economic outlook and the major purchase index are on the rise, says the HTA.  Updated Read more - members only

Newcastle Garden Centre celebrates 40 years with Plant Manager

Cowell’s Garden Centre in Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne, is celebrating 40 years of service from Plant Manager Dylan Cairns, who first joined the business as a teenage trainee.

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Dylan Cairns

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.

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Julia Giermaniuk, Plant Healthy Lead at Wyevale Nurseries.

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. 

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New digital platform aims to connect thousands of gardeners across the UK

A fast-growing UK gardening network founded to support women entering the horticulture industry is entering an exciting new chapter this autumn, as WeWeed CIC (Community Interest Company) prepares to launch a redesigned website and new mobile app. Read more - open to all

Doff Portland celebrates 80 years of helping Britain grow

Garden care manufacturer marks milestone anniversary after eight decades of supporting British gardeners and retail partners.
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Paris takes top honour in AIPH World Green City Awards 2026

Paris has been named Grand Winner of the AIPH World Green City Awards 2026, with its initiative ‘Retrofitting Paris into a biodiversity friendly city’. Read more - members only

Place de Catalogne, Paris, France. Photo by Ville de Paris.

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

 Avanade Intelligent Garden, Manchester

PATS 2026 unveils exciting new visitor attractions

PATS 2026 is set to deliver its biggest show yet, with new features offering retailers fresh inspiration, practical insight and valuable networking opportunities.

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Aquascaping with George Farmer.

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