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.

Here we print in full, the family’s tribute to John Ravenscroft, who has died aged 89. Read more - open to all

Alexa Blackmore has raised more than £12,000 for Greenfingers Charity ahead of a Mount Kilimanjaro trek next month. Read more - open to all

John Ravenscroft, founder of Bridgemere who died on 26^th May, was a celebrated plantsman, RHS vice president and award-winner whose pioneering vision transformed nursery production and garden retailing. Read more - open to all

Colegrave Seabrook Foundation has awarded its first Production Horticulture Work Experience Bursaries, supporting two young horticulturists with placements at Hillier Nurseries.

Bulrush Horticulture is celebrating a major milestone for one of its longest‑serving team members, as Area Sales Manager Michael Clarricoats marks 25 years with the business. Read more - open to all

Tom Bootsma has acquired 50% of Aquaja, strengthening the company’s independent future and supporting continued international growth, innovation and professionalisation within the aquatics retail sector.

Kingfisher has announced that Chief Executive Officer Thierry Garnier is to leave the group after nearly seven years in the role. Read more - open to all

Gardenforum spotted the following “movers” last month, let us know if you are moving. Read more - open to all

German pot manufacturer Scheurich launches direct-to-garden-centre service across the UK under new National Sales Manager Samuel Bentham. Offering competitive pricing and genuine value through flexible ordering options tailored to garden centre needs. Read more - open to all

Highfield Garden World has welcomed Robert Kitt to its sales team while marking the retirement of long-serving Account Manager Stella Gray after 45 years.

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.

Sir Jason Kenny will headline the GCA Conference 2027, sharing lessons on resilience, performance and success as delegates gather in Stratford-upon-Avon for the annual industry event.

The BALI Chalk Fund has announced its 2026 Regional Students of the Year, recognising outstanding achievement, professionalism and excellence across landscape, horticulture and garden design disciplines.

The Pelsis Group has strengthened its UK retail sales team with the appointment of two new Area Sales Managers, supporting the continued growth of its Doff and Pest-Stop brands. Read more - open to all

Highfield Garden World trainee Lexie Bull has received a prestigious new horticulture bursary, earning work experience at Hillier Nurseries to develop skills in plant and tree production.

The Lost Gardens of Heligan has appointed 26-year-old Henry Welch, who began his career as a horticultural apprentice at the gardens, as its new head gardener. Read more - open to all

Wyevale Nurseries has appointed Lisa Edwards as Finance Director, succeeding Tim Fawbert as the business continues investing in growth and operational development.

Sam Evans, apprentice with The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, has won the Midlands Regional Growers Apprentice of the Year Award, presented yesterday by Nicky Chapman at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival. Read more - open to all

BHETA has expanded its in house marketing team with the appointment of Gifty Reji as Marketing Assistant, working closely with Marketing Executive Natalia Ciecierska. Read more - open to all

Shaun Herdsman introduced Accelopack to UK garden centres at GLEE. The service helps retailers sell plants online and ship orders to customers without having to build their own picking, packing and delivery set-up. Read more - members only

Simon Stone is retiring from Leisuregrow after nearly 20 years of service. Read more - open to all

Condolences and tributes have been pouring in from the industry after it was confirmed yesterday (Sunday 26 April) that Nigel Dunnett passed away on Sunday morning.

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Ben Baily has been appointed assistant centre manager at Squire’s Milford, adding a 2nd member of the Squire family's fourth generation to the retailer’s management team. Read more - open to all

Hornby George PR has appointed leading horticultural voice Ross Dyke as its new in-house horticultural expert, a strategic move that significantly strengthens the agency’s specialist offer to clients across the garden and horticulture sectors. Read more - open to all