Entries are now open for the PATS 2026 New Product Showcase & Awards, giving exhibitors the chance to highlight innovations before buyers at the NEC Birmingham.

The HTA, in partnership with Novuna Consumer Finance, has launched a new service enabling garden centre members to offer their customers the option of spreading the cost of higher value purchases. Read more - members only

Perennial looks back at 25 years since it widened its services to support all those working in, or retired from, horticulture — a shift that has helped thousands of people facing financial, health, career and life-changing challenges. Read more - open to all

Pottery supplier Mims has promoted Adrian Haslam to the newly created role of Head Merchandiser as it strengthens support for garden centres through its growing nationwide merchandising team. Read more - open to all

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

Consumer behaviour expert Kate Hardcastle MBE will speak at the GCA's 2027 Conference, sharing insights on retail trends, customer trust and the future of consumer behaviour.

Green Olive Firewood has announced its acquisition by The Log Club Ltd, part of the TEM Group of companies. The move creates one of the largest manufacturers of British kiln dried firewood in the country. Read more - members only

More than half of gardeners entering a spring Miracle-Gro competition described themselves as “everyday” gardeners, highlighting demand for simple solutions and practical garden improvements. Read more - members only

Colin Stephens, Managing Director of Evergreen Garden Care for UK and Ireland, has joined BHETA’s DIY Committee.  Read more - open to all

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