Sales down, costs up, says HTA in May trading report
Profits are under pressure in 2026 with rising costs and no growth in overall garden centre sales this year, so far, despite the warmest spring on record in England and Wales. Read more - members only
Blue Diamond signs exclusive retail partnership with Diddly Squat Farm
Blue Diamond Garden Centres has agreed an exclusive three-year retail partnership with Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm to develop a range of co-branded gardening products. Read more - members only
B&M back to basics as profit slides
B&M has reported higher sales but sharply lower profits for FY26 (52 weeks to 28 March 2026), underlining the pressure on value retail in the UK. Read more - members only
Water disruption causes losses at Kent Garden Centres
Toilets and restaurant close as water slows to a trickle at garden centres in Kent due to supplies disruption. Read more - members only
Fera unveils its new website
Fera has launched a redesigned website to make it easier for ornamental horticulture businesses to access expert support on plant health, biosecurity and regulation. Read more - members only
Kingfisher delivers growth despite soft market; B&Q like-for-like sales decline
Weaker store sales due to a later spring, offset by strong online and marketplace growth, lead to weaker Feb – Apr sales at B&Q, as Kingfisher sales grow overall. Read more - members only
Family’s tribute to John Ravenscroft
Here we print in full, the family’s tribute to John Ravenscroft, who has died aged 89. Read more - open to all
GIMA to launch Gardenex
GIMA has launched Gardenex, a dedicated international trade service that will help members explore new markets, build global partnerships and create fresh business opportunities worldwide. Read more - open to all
World leading grass seed supplier opens Living Showcase in UK
World leading grass seed supplier, DLF Seeds, has opened a living showcase at its DC near Worcester featuring a tennis court, golf green, cricket pitch and wildflower meadows. Gardenforum visits this understated company. Read more - members only
Oak processionary moth warning issued
The public are being urged to be vigilant for any sightings of oak processionary moth caterpillars, a tree pest of oak trees. The warm weather has led to the moth growing quicker than in previous years. Read more - members only
Hillier reports strong profit growth despite challenging conditions
Hillier Nurseries Limited has posted robust results for the year ending 31 August 2025, with group turnover rising to £75.8 million, a 4% increase on the previous year. Profit before tax rose 74%. Read more - members only
New owner of Cranswick Garden Centre seeks further acquisitions
Cranswick Garden Centre, a long-established garden centre near Driffield in East Yorkshire, has been sold to Zak McCombie, who says he plans to use the acquisition as a platform for further expansion. Read more - members only
