Farplants Sales Ltd appoints Steve James as Head of Commercial, strengthening leadership, enhancing retailer partnerships and driving growth, innovation and service across its nationwide cooperative of British wholesale nurseries network. Read more - open to all

Blue Diamond Garden Centres reports strong sales and margin growth in 2025 despite market challenges, driven by acquisitions, improved efficiency, and good spring weather. Read more - members only

Garden centres finished 2025 in a stronger position, with a 9% growth in total sales value compared to 2024 according to the Horticultural Trades Association Market Update. Read more - members only

AutoPot Watering Systems, based in Farnborough, has welcomed Ian Riggs as its new Business Development and Partnership Manager.   Read more - open to all

David Abbott is to succeed David Yardley who is to retire as CEO of the Klondyke Group, which operates 22 garden centres in the North of the UK. Read more - members only

Greenkey Garden & Home has welcomed two new team members, reinforcing its commitment to growth and customer support. Read more - open to all

B&M European Value Retail has lowered its full‑year profit expectations after a mixed third quarter, despite delivering a strong December and encouraging early January trading. Read more - members only

As we move into 2026, garden centre operators across the UK are reflecting on a successful 2025 and considering how best to navigate the uncertain year ahead. Read more - members only

Charles Bentley & Son has acquired MarXman Ltd, the company that first gained national attention on BBC’s Dragons’ Den in 2016. Read more - members only

Allensmore Nurseries Open Day events offer the chance to explore new products, meet the team, and tour their updated facilities.  Wednesday 28th or Thursday 29th January 2026. Read more - open to all

Bulrush Horticulture has confirmed its continued sponsorship of the 2026 BOA Technical Conference, reinforcing its commitment to innovation, collaboration and supporting the next generation of ornamental growers. Read more - open to all

Garden centres sales specialist, Christie & Co, expects high transaction volumes in 2026, in part due to stabilising borrowing costs. Read more - members only