Plants
On the hunt for rare daffodils
In search for rare varieties that are under threat, the Royal Horticultural Society is looking to public to help in the search rare British daffodils feared lost to history and science.
By the bye
Meet The Lokeys
From gardens to gigs. A garden and landscape designer is about to press some vinyl…
Education
University plant quiz competition helps boost botanical education
A new study revealed that the Botanical University Challenge has helped revitalise botanical education, addressing the concerning decline in botanical knowledge amongst students and general public.
Exhibitions
Into Being by Laura Ellen Bacon
New immersive sculptural installation by Laura Ellen Bacon at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.
People
Stuart Lowen retires from Ball Colegrave
After 37 years, Ball Colegrave’s Marketing Manager, Stuart Lowen has decided to retire in April this year.
Business
Further Dobbies acquisitions for British Garden Centres in Rugby & Northampton
British Garden Centres has acquired Dobbies Rugby and exchanged on the lease of Dobbies Northampton, further expanding the business.
Gardens
Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons retains their two Michelin stars for 41 years
Known for its garden gastronomy, Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons have managed to retain their two Michelin stars for the past 41 years.
Business
Blakedown Landscapes to build new garden commemorating Queen Elizabeth II in Regent’s Park
The Royal Parks charity has appointed Blakedown Landscapes as the official contractor for the new garden in The Regent’s Park to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II.
Charity
Horatio’s Garden becomes Country Living charity partner for 2025
The spinal injury charity, Horatio’s Garden has been selected as Country Living magazine’s first charity partner for 2025.
Events
Meet the Blue Diamond buying team at GIMA Buyer Connect
GIMA’s upcoming Buyer Connect event provides an opportunity for suppliers to engage directly with the buying team from Blue Diamond.
Awards
SGDL Awards 2025: Industry garden & landscape design talents celebrated
A collection of innovative gardens and landscapes were celebrated at the Society of Garden + Landscape Designers Awards, recognising the industry’s design talents
Business
British Garden Centres acquires Dobbies Morpeth
Increasing its portfolio to 69, British Garden Centres has announced its latest acquisition of the Dobbies (Heighley Gate) centre in Morpeth.
Awards
Dan Pearson awarded 2025 SGLD Lifetime Achievement Award
The Society of Garden + Landscape Designers announced that the garden and landscape designer, Dan Pearson OBE FSGD has been awarded the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award.
Awards
2025 SGLD Student Award Winners
Emerging talent in garden and landscape design were celebrated at the Society of Garden + Landscape Designers (SGLD) Annual Awards Ceremony, in London.
Gardens
Welsh gardens opening for the National Garden Scheme in 2025
Almost 300 gardens across Wales are opening for the National Garden Scheme in 2025, offering a diverse portfolio of gardens for visitors to explore.
Gardens
2025 Sweet Pea Season at Easton Walled Gardens
Highly scented, heritage, modern to trial varieties, Easton Walled Gardens grow around 40 sweet pea varieties, all of which are on show for their annual Sweet Pea Season.
Plants
Knoll Gardens launch Miscanthus Red Spear
Ornamental grass specialist, Knoll Gardens announces the launch of striking, Miscanthus Red Spear.
Gardens
Barnsdale Gardens closure threatened by solar farm
Geoff Hamilton’s Barnsdale Gardens seeks support to stop a proposed solar farm, which could otherwise signal closure of the gardens.
Business
Plants For Europe to exhibit at FlowerTrials 2025
Representing plant breeders, the Plants for Europe team will be exhibiting at this year’s FlowerTrials®
Awards
Harris Bugg Studio’s Eco-Terrazzo wins Surface Design Award
Created for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the Harris Bugg Studio’s eco-terrazzo, has won a 2025 Surface Design Award in the Public Realm – Exterior category.
