The Flower Council of Holland are this month recommending Alocasia, also known as elephant’s ear, as the September houseplant of the month. The decorative value lies in the magnificent foliage.  Read more

As well as the acquisition of Darlac, Mr Fothergill’s revealed other innovations, including a new RHS AGM range, a starter range endorsed by David Domoney and the introduction Seasol and Optigrow. Read more

Innovation and modern, functional design is at the heart of everything Smart Garden does. The company’s latest offering, GroZone, is no exception. Launched last year, the original GroZone Max reinvented the humble patio greenhouse, repositioning it as a high-quality and credible part of the Grow Your Own category. Read more

The prestigious PetQuip Awards and gala presentation evening is to celebrate its fifth year on the first evening of PATS Telford. The awards are acclaimed across the pet industry and attract a wide range of suppliers, retailers and press to the presentation dinner and party and the organisers are excited to have the opportunity to present the exhibition’s own new product awards at this vibrant and popular evening. Read more

The growth of the Garden Lighting category shows no sign of abating. This continued increase is, in part, due to the enduring trend to invest in outside spaces, treating them as an extension of the home. More recently however, it has been fuelled by the dynamic expansion of lighting options made available to consumers, in particular solar lighting where there are no cables or connectivity issues. Read more

A real Christmas tree deserves a beautiful home, and the Elho Pure range of pots is worthy of these majestic trees. And with gifts to suit the whole family, Elho adds even more to your Christmas celebrations. Bringing nature to closer to everyone.  Read more

Hereford-based Allensmore Nurseries new 2017 Christmas Wreath, Garlands & Table Decorations range is to be officially launched at the Four Oaks Show on 5&6 September Stand C6&7. Read more

Beefayre – a leading UK manufacturer of quality homewares, scented candles, beauty and gifting products -  is expanding its stunning product portfolio with the introduction of its new ‘Bee Garden’ hand cream collection. To celebrate this latest launch, all orders placed before September 1st will be subject to a 20% discount. Read more

Warwickshire based Hawkesmill Nurseries, who grow a plant for every business and every season, and who produce over 3.5 million plants throughout the year, will be showcasing at the Four Oaks Trade Show on Sep 5th & 6th. Why not visit them on stand B19 & 20, where they will be displaying some fantastic new products for 2018. Read more

PATS Telford is gearing up to be the biggest show ever in the UK’s No.1 pet trade event’s nine-year history and has secured a strong line-up of speakers for two days of seminars designed to give pet retailers ahead-of-the-game ideas on new lines, new approaches and new profit potential. Read more

The shortlist for Britain’s Best Lawn has been announced and three dedicated gardeners will now await the judge’s decision before one will be crowned the winner. Read more

Cats and dogs can cause catastrophic damage to crops and flower borders, but gardeners have a choice as to whether to train or repel pets with Vitax’s Scent Off and Stay Off range. Read more