Lincolnshire grower Opperman Plants has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) to appoint administrators as financial pressures mount on the long‑established nursery.

Millions of gardeners could face inconsistent recycling services at the end of March unless local authorities update their guidance to reflect new national rules on plastic plant pots, the HTA has warned.

GIMA has announced the appointment of Martin Ward as its new Director, succeeding Vicky Nuttall, beginning a new chapter for the trade association representing garden and horticultural suppliers.

After consulting with exhibitors Spoga+gafa in Cologne will change dates to the first weeks of September from 2027.  The 2026 show will proceed as planned from June 22 to 24.

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.

Fast growing British seed company Seed Revolution announces an exclusive partnership with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's River Cottage – it’s first ever range of organic vegetable seeds.

The 2026 gardening season begins with new product launches and a trade catalogue featuring trusted brands, highlighting cordless power, petrol machinery and practical home and garden cleaning solutions.

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.

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.

Horticultural Trades Association is sponsoring a 24-strong industry team climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Greenfingers Charity and a new hospice garden.

Landform Consultants Ltd won the Supreme Award at the APL Awards 2026 for its Berkshire Garden project, celebrating excellence in landscaping and garden design.

PATS 2026 will introduce an expanded New Product Awards programme and gala dinner at the NEC Birmingham, recognising innovation and retail excellence across the pet industry.

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

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.

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.