Research
Nature’s therapeutic power: study on the psychophysiological effects of touching grass
Study reveals that touching real grass increased relaxation, comfort, a sense of naturalness and decreases anxiety levels.
Artisan
Painting the modern garden: Monet to Matisse
Based on the sell-out show at the Royal Academy of Arts, the film directed by David Bickerstaff and produced by Phil Grabsky will be shown at the Picturehouse.
Design
Belvoir Castle Flower & Garden Show Borders Competition
Supported by CED Stone and the London College of Garden Design, the competition celebrates planting design and supports new garden designers in their careers.
Environment
New Forest for the Nation competition launched
Major multi-million-pound grant funding competition in pursuit of the new Forest for the Nation.
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Business
New Yorkshire Horticultural hub
Palmer Nurseries secured investment from Richard Kay and Rachel Kay, ex founders of Green-tech, and the property development company Rabbit Holdings to form a horticultural hub throughout Yorkshire.
Natural Capital
Epping Forest valued at £1.9 billion to society
New report reveals that Epping Forest, London and Essex’s largest green space is worth around £64.4 million a year in public benefits, with a present value of £1.9 billion over 50 years.
Product Launch
Gaze Burvill launches Acorn Outdoor Kitchen collection
Luxury garden furniture maker Gaze Burvill launches new, pre-designed modular outdoor kitchen collection.
Design
North Midlands SGD Cluster Group
The Society of Garden Designers (SGD) Cluster Groups provide access to a local network for support for garden designers and events in their area.
Business
Peter Beales acquired by Bells Horticultural
Family-run, Bells Horticultural has announced the acquisition of the celebrated Peter Beales Roses business.
Awards
International Garden Photographer of the Year competition 2024
Abstract photograph by June Sharpe is the overall winner of the 2024 International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) competition.
Plants
Toby’s Garden Fest: Pocket Meadow Project
Marking the tenth anniversary of Toby’s Garden Festival, the host Toby Buckland has teamed up with Paul Jupp of ‘Meadow in My Garden’ to raise awareness of the plight of bees and pollinators.
Business
Seoint Nurseries embraces peat-free production
After years of trials, Seoint Nurseries Ltd. in Wales becomes one first commercial growers to embraced peat-free.
Design
Winners of the Society of Garden Designers Awards 2024
Celebrating the best in garden design, the Society of Garden Designers (SGD) has announced their 2024 award winners.
Exhibitions
Damien Hirst: The Secrets
The Secrets by Damien Hirst consist of a series of eight unique prints that depict thriving, flourishing gardens based on works from his latest series, The Secret Gardens Paintings.
Product Launch
Feverfew Garden Co. becomes first UK brand to offer four sizes specifically sized for female hands
The Feverfew Garden Company has experienced unprecedented success, marking a year of growth and innovation.
Research
Sound waves appear to stimulate soil
A new study on sonic restoration has found that fungi respond to noise in soil, unlocking potential for improved ecosystem recovery.
Events
2024 Garden Press Event speakers announced
The speaker line-up for the Collaboration and Innovation Zone at the Garden Press Event which will be held on the 20th of February at the Business Design Centre in London.
Business
NFU calls out to growers to share views on the supply chain
In response to Defra’s supply chain review on the horticulture sector, the NFU wants to hear from growers to help shape its response.
On Instagram
Flowers… but out of buttercream
Norfolk baker, Kerry Roberts with her blossoming, floral decoration cake bouquet business.
Job
RGB Kew: Research Assistant
The Global Centre on Biodiversity for Climate (GCBC) team at RBG Kew is seeking a research assistant.