Business
Dobbies store investment programme underway
The first of the new refurbishments, Dobbies Garden Centre in Brighton unveils the new store layout with new catering facilities and improved gardening, furniture, clothing and toy ranges.
Business
Landform Consultants launched the ‘Glasshouse Collective’
Designed as an industry hub, Landform Consultants have launched their new Glasshouse Collective aimed to showcase products, materials and services for trade professionals.
Artisan
Moorcroft Pottery closes after 100 years of trading
Known for their intricate and vibrant floral designs, dating back to the 1900-1920’s Moorcroft Pottery has sadly ceased trading.
Media
Resolva advertisment campaign to return for 14th year
Weed killer brand, Resolva by Westland Horticulture, returns to TV screens for a 14th year of media presence from the 5th of May 2025.
Business
What it takes to exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
For the Devon based, Gardeners Delight Nursery, the journey to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show took 30 years, we follow them in their preparation for their first exhibit.
Plants
Shortlist 2025 RHS Chelsea Plant of the Year
In recognition of plant breeding and celebrating innovative new plants, the shortlist for this year’s RHS Chelsea Plant of the Year award has been announced.
Business
Border trade disruptions and costs continue to plague the horticulture industry
A year into the new border controls, the Horticultural Trades Association repeats their calls for urgent action to resolve the trade disruptions that continue to cause costly chaos in the supply chain.
Regulation
Employment Rights Bill will put brakes on hiring
Survey of HR Directors of leading retailers reveals the scale of concerns about the impact of the Employment Rights Bill, which will be debated in the House of Lords today.
Careers
Finalists 2025 Young Horticulturist of the Year announced
The Chartered Institute of Horticulture has announced the finalists of the annual competition.
People
James Barnes to step down as HTA Chairman
Marking the end of his tenure, James Barnes will step down from his position as Chairman of the Horticultural Trades Association in September.
HTA
Plants in Parliament
Organised by the Horticultural Trades Association, the “Plants in Parliament” event was attended by around 100 MPs, Peers and their teams, highlighting key industry issues.
Regulation
WaterUK calls for higher water charges for large gardens
Trade body, WaterUK is calling for compulsory water metering which would result in higher charges for high consumers of water, such as homes with larger gardens.
Business
Businesses struggling to keep head above water, says S&P
S&P Global Market Intelligence suggests private sector confidence collapse and significant output decline in April, with firms reporting “more of a struggle” to survive after Chancellor’s tax rises kicked in
Gardens
Lawns overlooked in new builds
According to the Turfgrass Growers Association, developers are squeezing budgets to such a degree that lawns in new build developments are ever shrinking.
Business
US shipment suspensions amid tariff regime
Triggered by new customs rules, DHL announced a suspension of shipments, valued more than $800, bound for the US.
Business
British Garden Centres acquires Hayes Garden World
Family run, British Garden Centres, has announced the acquisition of Hayes Garden World in the Lake District.
Media
Eden Project hosts BBC Live Lesson on Earth Day
The Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project will be the setting for a BBC Live Lesson airing on Earth Day.
Charity
Dobbies gardening workshops in support of Alzheimer’s Research UK
In support of Alzheimer’s Research UK, Dobbies Garden Centres are hosting a Grow How event in stores across the UK this May to mark Dementia Action Week (19th-25th May).
Business
Rising costs lead to Shrewsbury Flower Show cancellation
Running since 1875, the Shrewsbury Flower Show announced that this year’s show has been cancelled due to escalating costs.
Business
Sunshine and sales: Strong March performance for garden centres
With favourable weather, overall garden centre sales, excluding catering, were up +23% compared to March 2024, and +43% compared to March 2023.
