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.

Keukenhof, Lisse (NL) is entering its final week, with JUB Holland’s 2026 show border ‘The Field of Gold’ on display until 10 May.

An entertaining Glee Retail Event was hosted by Gates Garden Centres, last week.  Nigel Gates tells how he added £6m to Woodlands turnover in year 1.

Garden centre operators were briefed on the forthcoming 2026 business rates revaluation during a GCA webinar led by Stephen Hornby, partner at Newmark a long‑standing adviser to the sector.

The HTA has confirmed the first keynote speakers for Horticulture, The Conference, which returns to London this September, with a strong focus on economics, politics and future planning for the UK garden industry.

At the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Burgon & Ball will highlight the colour and creativity of gardening through its beautifully designed tools and accessories.

Professional hedge shears with forged Japanese steel blades and lightweight aluminium handles, designed for precise, comfortable trimming of hedges and shrubs.

The team behind Hot Off the Potting Bench at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2026 urges breeders and growers to enter new plants, offering judging, publicity, TV exposure and public feedback.

Jonathan Sheppard, the UK National Collection holder of cosmos known as ‘King Cosmos’, has teamed up with Thompson & Morgan to distribute one million seeds at the Chelsea Flower Show and encourage more wildlife-friendly gardening. 

Westland’s Boost and Resolva return to TV this May with a major campaign across the UK and Ireland, driving demand and boosting garden centre footfall.

Our growing national retailer support means we are looking for experienced, self-employed Area Sales Agents to represent our established brand of Garden Sundries, Lawn Care, Watering & Sprayers, Wildlife Habitats, Garden Décor and Home Living, across key regions in the UK.

Horticultural Trades Association showcased UK environmental horticulture at the first Flowers and Plants of Europe event at Europe House.

Katie Blake Furniture is expanding. We are looking for experienced, self-employed Area Sales Agents to represent our established outdoor living brand across key regions in the UK and Ireland.

Following the integration of Gardenex into the GIMA portfolio, the association has confirmed its first international Buyer Connect event, in partnership with leading European marketplace BOL.

Strong early international demand sees over 200 delegates from 15 countries registered for IGCA 2026 in Munich.

Gardenforum spotted the following “movers” last month, let us know if you are moving.

GIMA Buyer Connect at Dobbies Garden Centres brought 40+ suppliers together for product discussions and future ranging opportunities.

The Caledonian Tree Company has received a King’s Award for Enterprise for international trade success.

Bents Garden & Home has donated £34,546.55 to Warrington Youth Zone after a year of fundraising supported by customers and colleagues.

This National Children’s Gardening Week, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is highlighting the benefits of gardening for young people, inspiring them, and supporting their physical activity, education and wellbeing.

Horticultural Trades Association is recruiting three Non-Executive Directors to help guide strategy, governance and future growth across UK environmental horticulture.