Economy
Budget blamed for labour market decline
HMRC figures show that the higher employer national insurance costs caused the loss of more than 250,000 jobs since the Autumn budget.
Plants
Frank P Matthews launches new ‘Apple Rainbow’
Set to be unveiled at BBC Gardeners’ World Live, Frank P Matthews launch an unusual, new apple called ‘Apple Rainbow’.
Gardens
Europa Nostra to aid Victoria Tower Gardens impasse
London Parks and Gardens welcomes assistance from Europe’s largest civil society heritage network to resolve the Victoria Tower Gardens deadlock.
People
New appointments at RHS Gardens
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has made several new appointments at RHS Garden Harlow Carr and RHS Garden Wisley.
Environment
Lack of ancient trees raises alarm: 2025 State of UK’s Woods and Trees Report
New Woodland Trust report states dramatic improvements to the condition and scale of UK woodlands is needed to tackle loss of native wildlife, mitigate climate change and boost wellbeing.
Economy
Consumers reduce non-essential spending
Data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) indicates that whilst food spending remains solid, non-food sales decreased in May due to lower consumer confidence.
People
Benton End appoints new Project Director and Trustee
The Garden Museum announced the appointments of Charles Spicer and Beatrice Prosser-Snelling to the team to Benton End House and Gardens.
Business
David Austin Roses embarks on partnership with Bradford Estates
Rose breeder, David Austin has expanded onto the Bradford Estates to licence irrigated land to grow flowers and commercially lease buildings for its operations.
Charity
Reviving the Benton End Walled Garden
The Garden Museum has launched an appeal to raise £125,000 to bring the walled garden at Benton End back to life.
Products
Smart spring colour planning
Using an flower design app, the University of Leeds transformed their annual spring campus display.
Awards
Recognition for horticultural professionals and students
The Chartered Institute of Horticulture has rewarded exceptional contributions of horticulture professionals and students over the past year.
People
Duchess of Edinburgh to open the 118th Royal Windsor Flower Show
On behalf of His Majesty King Charles III, Patron of the Royal Windsor Rose & Horticultural Society (RWRHS), the Duchess of Edinburgh will open this year’s flower show.
Events
Grow Urban Festival 2025
Part of the Great Big Green Week, the Grow Urban Festival returns, bringing together communities, innovators, and educators to celebrate greener, healthier urban spaces.
People
CEO Next Up, Josh McBain to speak at ‘Horticulture, The Conference’
Founder & CEO of strategic intelligence consultancy Next Up, Josh McBain joins the speaker line-up at the HTA’s 2025 ‘Horticulture, The Conference’.
Events
Composted: A festival of biodegradable ideas
Exploring the transformative power of compost, Cambo Gardens host a festival designed to connect gardeners, scientists, environmentalists and local community.
Products
Willow Crossley launches rattan vase collection
Florist, author and designer, Willow Crossley launches new collection of vases made by Columbian artisans.
Gardens
New permaculture centre opens in London
OmVed Gardens, the new hub for permaculture, biodiversity and community have completed their transformation with the addition of a hilltop village of buildings in North London.
Shows
Blooming Ballroom floral installations at Wentworth Woodhouse
Floral designers can apply to showcase their talents for the 2025 RHS Flower Show Wentworth Woodhouse Blooming Ballroom.
