Leading UK nurseries enter 2026 with cautious optimism, balancing hopes for modest growth against rising costs and market uncertainty especially over April and May.

B&M European Value Retail has lowered its full‑year profit expectations after a mixed third quarter, despite delivering a strong December and encouraging early January trading.

Blue Diamond Garden Centres reports strong sales and margin growth in 2025 despite market challenges, driven by acquisitions, improved efficiency, and good spring weather.

As we move into 2026, garden centre operators across the UK are reflecting on a successful 2025 and considering how best to navigate the uncertain year ahead.

Garden centres finished 2025 in a stronger position, with a 9% growth in total sales value compared to 2024 according to the Horticultural Trades Association Market Update.

The Big Cheese Free To Go is a completely new way to control rodents without harming them. It’s a safe space with meals included – making it easy to simply Catch Them & Put Them Out!

Book your visit to discover the new collections! Ivyline is delighted to unveil its new Autumn/Winter collection, available to view this month at the Ivyline Showroom.

Spring Fair 2026 returns with record-breaking new brand launches, exclusive products and innovation across gift, home, fashion and lifestyle, reinforcing its status as the UK’s essential buying event.

Stax is delighted to announce the early release of the Stax Big Green Book 2026, giving retailers a valuable head start on the gardening season.

Ivyline invites retail partners to its showroom from 19 January to 13 February 2026, unveiling its Autumn/Winter 2026 range and more than 350 new Spring/Summer products.

We are delighted to be able to offer this established nursery premises for lease. The nursery extends to 5.23 acres with 96,275 sq.ft. (2.21 acres) of growing structures fronting the Meriden Bypass A45 between Birmingham and Coventry. Our Ref: 0357

Gardenex and PetQuip closed 2025 strongly with successful Meet the Buyer events, connecting members with international retailers and opening new export and growth opportunities.

IPM ESSEN 2026 returns this January, showcasing global horticultural innovation, with the Commercial Horticultural Association supporting UK exhibitors and offering members free entry codes.

To rent: 9000sq ft of glasshouse with one acre of land for outdoor storage and growing.  Comes with water and electricity on site

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has announced the sale of Rainbow Plants on Holcombe Lane in Ottery St Mary, Devon.

Farplants Sales Ltd appoints Steve James as Head of Commercial, strengthening leadership, enhancing retailer partnerships and driving growth, innovation and service across its nationwide cooperative of British wholesale nurseries network.

AutoPot Watering Systems, based in Farnborough, has welcomed Ian Riggs as its new Business Development and Partnership Manager.  

Allensmore Nurseries Open Day events offer the chance to explore new products, meet the team, and tour their updated facilities.  Wednesday 28th or Thursday 29th January 2026.

Bulrush Horticulture has confirmed its continued sponsorship of the 2026 BOA Technical Conference, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, collaboration and supporting the next generation of ornamental growers.

Greenkey Garden & Home has welcomed two new team members, reinforcing its commitment to growth and customer support.

Don’t delay – it’s time to get your application in for a Colegrave Seabrook Foundation Scholarship as the season is only open until 31^st January. 

The HTA has announced its 2026 events calendar, featuring flagship shows, expanded regional catering events, webinars and conferences designed to support member growth and collaboration.