David Abbott is to succeed David Yardley who is to retire as CEO of the Klondyke Group, which operates 22 garden centres in the North of the UK.

Garden centres sales specialist, Christie & Co, expects high transaction volumes in 2026, in part due to stabilising borrowing costs.

Following the 6^th generation taking the reins at Charles Bentley last year, it has announced a major site consolidation.

Tates’ Mayberry Garden Centre, a family-run business located on Old Shoreham Road, Portslade, is set to unveil its extensively revamped store this summer.

UK-based lawn care and plant nutrition brand Grass Gains raised £300,000 from private investors after it doubled turnover in 2025.

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.

Durstons is calling on garden retailers to act now on peat-free compost, helping gardeners adapt ahead of an inevitable peat ban despite ongoing government uncertainty.

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.

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.

Grantham-based Henry Bell & Co has started the year with a splash by becoming a main sponsor of the town’s RotarySwimarathon – an annual fundraising event to support local charities, clubs and organisations.

BHETA’s General Manager, Steve Richardson has called for more SME-friendly enforcement and protection against copying of UK companies’ designs by overseas competitors.