Blue Diamond Garden Centres has acquired a 42-acre warehouse site at Pollington, East Yorkshire, more than doubling its existing warehousing capacity. Read more - members only

Wyevale Nurseries appoints David Williams to strengthen production, support sustainable growing, develop plant ranges and drive future growth amid changing customer and market demands. Read more - open to all

Jane Lawler becomes HTA President, with Neil Grant appointed Vice President and three new Non-Executive Directors joining the Board to strengthen industry representation. Read more - open to all

Alan Roper, CEO of Blue Diamond Garden Centres, used his Glee 2026 keynote to deliver one of the clearest assessments yet of the pressures reshaping the UK garden centre sector. Read more - members only

Pleydell Smithyman has strengthened its planning team with the appointment of Ethan Giles as Planning Consultant, increasing its capacity to support clients. Read more - open to all

HSBC’s Chris Hare and James Sawley will return to the Garden Centre Association’s annual conference in January 2027 following the popularity of their session earlier this year.

Deco-Pak has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of Dan Charles as Head of Commercial & Merchandising.

Hillier Nurseries has appointed Karolina Forgacz as Senior Production Manager to lead production development during a major investment programme. 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.

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

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

Data science pioneer Clive Humby OBE will speak at the GCA Conference 2027, sharing insights on customer data, consumer behaviour and business strategy.

A difficult spring season set the tone at this year’s National Plant Show, with growers and retailers reflecting on challenging weather and rising costs. Read more - members only

GARDENA has appointed Giovanna Fletcher as brand ambassador to promote smarter watering solutions and raise awareness of its partnership supporting UNICEF water, sanitation and hygiene projects.

Four Wyevale Nurseries employees have been honoured for long service, celebrating a combined 130 years of dedication to the award-winning horticultural business.

The Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) has welcomed 12 young professionals to the second year of its Management Development Programme, which began at Pershore College on 29 September. Read more - open to all

Roy Lancaster CBE has received the 2026 Pearson Memorial Medal for seven decades of outstanding service, inspiring generations through horticultural knowledge, teaching and storytelling.

Cowell’s Garden Centre in Woolsington, Newcastle upon Tyne, is celebrating 40 years of service from Plant Manager Dylan Cairns, who first joined the business as a teenage trainee.

Sam Morgan has joined Zest Outdoor Living and parent company P & A Group, becoming the third generation of the Morgan family to commit to the business. Read more - open to all

Garland Products’ South-east sales agent, James Worby Agencies, has been named 2026 Sales Agent of the Year following a closely fought contest. Read more - open to all

Durston Garden Products is marking the retirement of two long-standing members of its extended team, Richard Barrow and Lynn Linter, thanking them both for their commitment, support and contribution to the family business. Read more - open to all

Former LEON CEO John Vincent MBE will address GCA Conference delegates on leadership, resilience, financial pressures and building purpose-driven organisations.

Malcolm Scott Consultants has welcomed Seb Marley to the business as a Senior Surveyor specialising in retail and garden centre assets. 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

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

Andy Bunker, a well‑known and widely respected figure in UK garden retail, died on 13 July 2026, aged 63, following a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Read more - open to all

Durstons is paying tribute to one of its long-serving sales representatives, Nick Madgin, as he prepares to retire, bringing to a close an impressive 10-year association with the business. Read more - open to all

Broadcaster and former Communards star Reverend Richard Coles will headline the GCA Conference 2027, joining Sir Jason Kenny and Justin King. Tickets are now on sale with early bird discounts available. Read more - open to all

Former Sainsbury’s CEO Justin King will headline the GCA Conference 2027, sharing insights on leadership, retail transformation and customer-focused business strategy.

The SGLD has announced a new head judge, expanded judging panel and media partnership with Gardens Illustrated for its 2027 Awards programme.