At last, BGC completes purchase of Alton Garden Centre

The delayed purchase of Alton Garden centres by BGC, announced today, sees another of the sector’s great characters retire from the sector.  Read more - members only

Recent acquisitions by British Garden centres.

Blue Diamond acquires Leaf Garden Centre from administrators

Blue Diamond Garden Centres has bought the business of Leaf Garden Centre, following its entry into administration at the end of February. Read more - members only

HTA backs YPHA to promote STEM horticulture careers

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.

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GCA webinar spotlights creative garden centre events

Garden Centre Association will host a free member webinar featuring Lee Connelly and industry experts, sharing practical, family-friendly event ideas for garden centres.

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Peter Burks GCA CEO

HORTISTRY launches pilot propagation masterclasses for professionals

The newly formed cross-sector working group HORTISTRY has announced the launch of a pilot series of Propagation Masterclasses, aimed exclusively at professional horticulturists. Read more - open to all

Growers look ahead at Frank Matthews open day

Roots to Retail visitors were welcomed to Frank P Matthews in Tenbury Wells by Bransford Webbs and New Leaf Plants, marking its 125th anniversary and recent investments. Read more - members only

Norfolk Leisure appoints Stuart Randle as sales executive

Norfolk Leisure has appointed Stuart Randle as Area Sales Executive to strengthen support for retail partners and drive growth. Read more - open to all

 Stuart Randle

Glee Roadshow heads east with new April date

Glee has confirmed its East of England Roadshow will take place on 30 April at Gates Garden Centre.

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Trade restrictions lifted as Phytophthora pluvialis now deemed low‑risk

Trade restrictions on the movement of conifer species have been lifted across 7 English counties after confirmation that Phytophthora pluvialis no longer meets the criteria for quarantine pest status. Read more - members only

Landscape bodies align to implement new British standard

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. Read more - members only

Phil Tremayne, Wayne Grills, Tracy Whitfield,  John Wyer

Join the future of Performance Compost – Durstons is expanding

Following its 2025 rebrand and continued investment, Durstons is expanding its sales team and seeking ambitious, commercially minded professionals to support growing demand. Read more - open to all

Klondyke acquires Perthshire garden centre

Klondyke Group has acquired The Crieff Visitor Centre, a well-established garden centre and gift shop on the outskirts of Crieff, Perthshire. Read more - members only

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