Wyevale Nurseries has introduced its Original Select range, offering UK-grown native trees selected for improved resilience, establishment and performance in challenging urban and climate-affected landscapes.

Scotland's Trade Fair Spring returns to Glasgow in January 2027, combining its Autumn Show to deliver a larger showcase of gifts, homeware, food, drink and retail suppliers. Read more - open to all

Thames Water is the latest company to announce a hosepipe ban as hot, dry weather and high demand put pressure on water supplies across large parts of Southern England and Wales. Read more - members only

David Austin Roses has announced that David J. C. Austin, son of its founder, has died at his Shropshire home, surrounded by his family.  Read more - open to all

Planters Tamworth, Old Railway Line and Poundbury Gardens won top honours in the GCA's 2026 Midlands, Wales & West regional summer awards.

Bents Garden & Home, Fron Goch Garden Centre and Klondyke Howdens claimed top honours in the GCA's 2026 North region summer awards.

In a bid to drive footfall over a long hot summer, Garden centres continue to diversify, developing their food offering, creating family customer events and activities and opening new social and sporting venues. Read more - members only

Crocus has launched one of the UK’s first biologically active mulches, harnessing insect frass to build fertile soil and boost plant health,  “...a mulch that works with nature rather than just sitting on top of it.” Read more - members only

Greenkey Garden & Home has announced a new appointment to its national sales team alongside a major expansion of its warehouse operations, reinforcing the company’s commitment to exceptional service and sustained growth across the UK garden retail sector. Read more - open to all

YPHA is inviting members aged 35 and under to visit Maelor Forest Nurseries, offering exclusive industry insight, networking opportunities and expert discussions on the future of forestry.

The Duchess of Gloucester visited Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford, meeting staff and learning about the wholesale grower's propagation, sustainability and British-grown plant production.

B&M UK sales fell in Q1, the 13 weeks to 27 June 2026, reflecting a slower start to the garden and outdoor season. Read more - members only