Betty Hillier, 6^th generation descendant of the founders, cut the ribbon on the Weyhill restaurant relaunch, offering the first glimpse into plans to elevate the Hillier profile.

Garden centre sector sees expansion plans approved, restaurants reopening and new openings, a centre offered for sale, redevelopment proposals submitted and retailers investing in technology following fires and rising retail theft.

The delayed purchase of Alton Garden centres by BGC, announced today, sees another of the sector’s great characters retire from the sector. 

Blue Diamond Garden Centres has bought the business of Leaf Garden Centre, following its entry into administration at the end of February.

Trade restrictions on the movement of conifer species have been lifted across 7 English counties after confirmation that Phytophthora pluvialis no longer meets the criteria for quarantine pest status.

Treadstone Products introduces the Orchard Range, a collection of decorative trellis and garden sculptures inspired by orchard shapes, designed to offer garden centres eye-catching displays and versatile outdoor living products.

Landscape and garden design organisations take first steps towards a collaboration aimed at raising standards, strengthening professionalism and increasing client confidence in the quality of domestic landscaping.

Ivyline is urging retailers to top up best-selling outdoor ranges now to prepare for strong Spring, Mother’s Day and Easter trading.

Webb has expanded its cordless range with a 20V cylinder mower delivering classic lawn striping alongside modern cordless convenience.

hubba delivers tailored, cost-effective waste management and recycling services, helping UK businesses cut costs, reduce carbon, and transition to practical circular economy solutions.

BHETA is launching its sales training programme offer for 2026.  The programme will be delivered by Birmingham-based training company and BHETA business services provider, Selling Interactions.

Padel operator seeking 0.25–1 acre opportunities across Surrey to create premium padel clubs that boost footfall and rent.

Horticultural Trades Association will sponsor Young People in Horticulture Association at a STEM careers showcase to promote environmental horticulture opportunities to students at New Scientist Live.

Following its 2025 rebrand and continued investment, Durstons is expanding its sales team and seeking ambitious, commercially minded professionals to support growing demand.

More than 200 delegates from 15 countries have already registered for IGCA 2026 in Munich, with the International Garden Centre Congress now approaching 80% capacity.

GIMA has confirmed an expanded speaker line-up for its 2026 Day Conference, where industry leaders will discuss supply chain challenges and future trends shaping the garden products sector.

British Garden Centres is preparing nationwide fundraising for Garden Re‑Leaf Day, with all 78 centres supporting Greenfingers Charity through events and challenges, aiming to raise £100,000 during 2026.

Mark Pitman has joined the inspection team at the Garden Centre Association after a record number of applicants, bringing over 40 years’ experience across horticulture, retail leadership and wildlife sectors.

Supporters across the garden industry are preparing for the annual Garden Re-Leaf sponsored walks, raising funds for the Greenfingers Charity ahead of Garden Re-Leaf Day on 20 March.

Blue Diamond Garden Centres are ramping up their support for Greenfingers Charity this year by extending Garden Re‑Leaf Day into a full week of fundraising activities.

The BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair returns to Beaulieu with gardens, plant nurseries, talks and workshops, offering visitors inspiration, shopping, food, and access to the estate’s attractions.

Industry partners including Mountain Warehouse are backing a Greenfingers Charity trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, helping fundraisers raise money to build a new therapeutic hospice garden at Naomi House & Jack’s Place.