The houseplant section is about to undergo a radical transformation, with beautiful poinsettias set to take centre stage. The experts at Stars for Europe (SfE) are, as ever, keen to support retailers in any way possible as we head into the key trading period. Read more - open to all

There are reports that multiple trucks carrying plants imported from Italy have been delayed by up to 11 days at the border due to a grasshopper-like pest. Read more - members only

The 2025 edition of the Naked Gardeners Calendar features the Grubby Gardeners, a spirited volunteer group who have been raising funds for Perennial since 2014. Read more - open to all

National Trust announces plans for £1 million in garden investment, as its collaboration with Blue Diamond Garden Centres enters third year. Read more - members only

Mr Fothergill's has shifted its focus back onto its core brands and away from 'guest brands', so has agreed with Seeds of Italy Ltd to end their trading agreement. Read more - members only

Read the Horticulture Industry Survey by MorePeople with insights into key industry trends, challenges, and opportunities. Read more - members only

The Government’s to proposed reforms to the planning system present opportunities for garden centres and other rural businesses seeking to capitalise on surplus land. Read more - open to all

The 76^th AIPH Annual Congress will be held in Warsaw, Poland, from 3-7 September 2024 alongside trade show Green is Life.  Read more - open to all

Taylors Bulbs have been reaping the rewards of their recent solar panel and LED lighting installations. Read more - open to all

In a popular and well attended webinar on June 26th, on one of the hottest days of the year so far, 37 GCA members and Associate members heard how to tackle issues surrounding sustainable practices in their businesses. Read more - members only

Longacres, the UK's largest independent garden centre, is to be extended by Smiemans Projecten in early 2025. Read more - members only

HTA forms a new retail Committee with permanent GCA representation to increase collaboration between the two horti-retail groups. Read more - members only

Inadequate training and poor facilities at border posts cause damage to products and frustration for drivers. Read more - members only

YPHA reveals details and industry backing for its programme to develop the next generation of leaders in the horticulture industry. Read more - open to all

Gina Hinde steps up to General Manager at LOFA, Gina joined the association in 2019 as the Marketing Manager. Read more - open to all

HTA Market Update says the strong August sales performance provides some confidence and reassurance that consumer demand for gardening remains strong. Read more - members only

Corporate recovery expert Rod Butcher offers advice to companies facing finance issues or who are concerned about a customer who might be. Read more - open to all

Retiring HTA President Alan Down gives a frank assessment of the achievements and challenges facing environmental horticulture and the Association. Read more - members only

Comedian, presenter and Sunday Times bestselling author, Tom Allen, has been confirmed as the host of the 2024 GIMA Awards.

Alexander Mackie Associates announces the sale of Beechcroft Nurseries and Garden Centre located at Belbroughton, Stourbridge, West Midlands. Read more - open to all

Plant pioneers gather at Floral Fantasia, the only independent UK trial grounds for bedding plants and perennials, originally championed by the late Peter Seabrook.  Read more - members only

A new Mental Health & Wellbeing course has been launched this month on the Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) Garden Retail Online Workshops (GROW) e-Learning platform. Read more - open to all

YPHA’s students are divided into teams to compete for the right to launch a new and yet to be named Begonia.  Read the reports by two of them. Read more - open to all

A year ago, the Horticultural Trades Association announced that after over 50 years of trading, paper vouchers would no longer be issued. Read more - members only

GIMA’s Buyer Connect events continue later this summer with a virtual event in partnership with the Klondyke Group. Read more - open to all

The first HTA Business Improvement Study Tour of 2024, sponsored by Westland horticulture and Smart Garden took place earlier this month. Read more - open to all

Six new online courses covering health and safety have been unveiled this month on the Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) Garden Retail Online Workshops (GROW) e-Learning platform.

BHETA to hold packaging seminar entitled ‘Getting to the Root of Packaging Regulation’ from new BHETA business service provider, Root. Read more - open to all

Change to permitted development rights offers a huge opportunity for landowners to capitalise on their property and diversify their operations. Read more - members only

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) is launching a search for a new inspector following an announcement earlier in the year that Gordon Emslie tis retiring. Read more - members only