Colegrave Seabrook Foundation has awarded its first Production Horticulture Work Experience Bursaries, supporting two young horticulturists with placements at Hillier Nurseries.

Bulrush Horticulture is celebrating a major milestone for one of its longest‑serving team members, as Area Sales Manager Michael Clarricoats marks 25 years with the business. Read more - open to all

Tom Bootsma has acquired 50% of Aquaja, strengthening the company’s independent future and supporting continued international growth, innovation and professionalisation within the aquatics retail sector.

Kingfisher has announced that Chief Executive Officer Thierry Garnier is to leave the group after nearly seven years in the role. Read more - open to all

Gardenforum spotted the following “movers” last month, let us know if you are moving. Read more - open to all

German pot manufacturer Scheurich launches direct-to-garden-centre service across the UK under new National Sales Manager Samuel Bentham. Offering competitive pricing and genuine value through flexible ordering options tailored to garden centre needs. Read more - open to all

Highfield Garden World has welcomed Robert Kitt to its sales team while marking the retirement of long-serving Account Manager Stella Gray after 45 years.

J. Parker’s hosted a Women in Horticulture morning at Daisy Nook Garden Centre, featuring speakers from Northern Lily, Perennial and RHS, inspiring networking and industry insight.

Selecta-One UK Ltd is pleased to announce key changes to its team as the company continues to strengthen its support for growers across the UK and Ireland. Read more - open to all

Garden Re‑Leaf Day 2026 once again highlighted the remarkable generosity and camaraderie that define the garden industry, as supporters across the UK came together for Greenfingers Charity. Read more - open to all

The YPHA has completed its first-ever Management Development Programme, with a nine-day residential supporting and inspiring the next generation of leaders in horticulture. Read more - open to all

Gardena relaunches its Top of the Plots competition for 2026, inviting UK growers to showcase their plots across seven categories, with entries opening 7 May and judged by Huw Richards.

Highfield Garden World trainee Lexie Bull has received a prestigious new horticulture bursary, earning work experience at Hillier Nurseries to develop skills in plant and tree production.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan has appointed 26-year-old Henry Welch, who began his career as a horticultural apprentice at the gardens, as its new head gardener. Read more - open to all

Wyevale Nurseries has appointed Lisa Edwards as Finance Director, succeeding Tim Fawbert as the business continues investing in growth and operational development.

Sam Evans, apprentice with The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, has won the Midlands Regional Growers Apprentice of the Year Award, presented yesterday by Nicky Chapman at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival. Read more - open to all

BHETA has expanded its in house marketing team with the appointment of Gifty Reji as Marketing Assistant, working closely with Marketing Executive Natalia Ciecierska. Read more - open to all

Shaun Herdsman introduced Accelopack to UK garden centres at GLEE. The service helps retailers sell plants online and ship orders to customers without having to build their own picking, packing and delivery set-up. Read more - members only

Simon Stone is retiring from Leisuregrow after nearly 20 years of service. Read more - open to all

Condolences and tributes have been pouring in from the industry after it was confirmed yesterday (Sunday 26 April) that Nigel Dunnett passed away on Sunday morning.

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Ben Baily has been appointed assistant centre manager at Squire’s Milford, adding a 2nd member of the Squire family's fourth generation to the retailer’s management team. Read more - open to all

Hornby George PR has appointed leading horticultural voice Ross Dyke as its new in-house horticultural expert, a strategic move that significantly strengthens the agency’s specialist offer to clients across the garden and horticulture sectors. Read more - open to all

Rob Giles, long-time supporter of Greenfingers Charity, is stepping up to his biggest challenge yet - running his first ever marathon at the Manchester Marathon in support of the charity’s life-changing work. Read more - open to all

The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation reveals the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards, recognising outstanding students studying horticulture and related subjects across the United Kingdom. Read more - open to all

British Ornamentals Association awards its 2026 Peter Seabrook Scholarship to Manfred Roscher, recognising emerging talent and supporting his career in ornamental horticulture. Read more - open to all

Christie & Co has appointed Tom Glanvill as its new Head of Leisure Brokerage. Glanvill has been with the company for almost ten years and previously led its Garden Centres team. Read more - open to all