Excitement builds across the garden retail sector as businesses and teams prepare for Garden Re-Leaf Day 2026, uniting for one of the industry’s most positive and impactful fundraising events. Read more - open to all

Lincolnshire grower Opperman Plants has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) to appoint administrators as financial pressures mount on the long‑established nursery. Read more - members only

Landform Consultants Ltd won the Supreme Award at the APL Awards 2026 for its Berkshire Garden project, celebrating excellence in landscaping and garden design.

Strong early international demand sees over 200 delegates from 15 countries registered for IGCA 2026 in Munich. Read more - open to all

Millions of gardeners could face inconsistent recycling services at the end of March unless local authorities update their guidance to reflect new national rules on plastic plant pots, the HTA has warned. Read more - members only

After consulting with exhibitors Spoga+gafa in Cologne will change dates to the first weeks of September from 2027.  The 2026 show will proceed as planned from June 22 to 24. Read more - members only

Horticultural Trades Association reports February garden centre sales rose 4%, driven by strong plant sales and footfall, despite ongoing cost pressures and cautious outlook for the 2026 season.

Horticultural Trades Association is sponsoring a 24-strong industry team climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Greenfingers Charity and a new hospice garden.

PATS 2026 will introduce an expanded New Product Awards programme and gala dinner at the NEC Birmingham, recognising innovation and retail excellence across the pet industry.

Christie & Co has appointed Tom Glanvill as its new Head of Leisure Brokerage. Glanvill has been with the company for almost ten years and previously led its Garden Centres team. Read more - open to all

GIMA has announced the appointment of Martin Ward as its new Director, succeeding Vicky Nuttall, beginning a new chapter for the trade association representing garden and horticultural suppliers. Read more - members only

GIMA has confirmed an expanded speaker line-up for its 2026 Day Conference, where industry leaders will discuss supply chain challenges and future trends shaping the garden products sector.