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Christmas 2024 image library
It's poinsettia time again and we are delighted to announce that the Stars for Europe image libary and Christmas 2024 trend selection is now live. You are very welcome to download any images you like, which all have captions and which include tablescape inspiration, Christmas tree and window…
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Hanging out with the Flower People!
Geraniums look fantastic in hanging baskets and thanks to their shabby-chic bohemian style, these lush summer flowers will look even better in homemade or upcycled containers. The experts from Pelargonium for Europe (PfE) showcase three creative ideas featuring geraniums and reveal which varieties…
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Holidays in your own floral paradise
Who needs crowded airports, lost luggage and big hotel bills! A no-fuss staycation has become the holiday of choice for many Brits, for whom their home is their castle and their front garden heaven. And when the sun is shining, where is more beautiful than Britain, with our glorious countryside…
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Floral summer dining
At social gatherings with family and friends, geranium table centrepieces create a summery atmosphere and a cheerful mood. They never get boring, as geraniums cater for every decorative wish, with their diverse flowers and many different uses. And if you make your own, you'll have the perfect table…
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Ivyline to launch new Autumn/Winter 2024 and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Collection at Spring Fair
British home and garden specialist, Ivyline, will launch its brand-new Autumn/Winter 2024/5 collection at Spring Fair, offering visitors a first glimpse of gorgeous Christmas décor, home accessories and trend-leading planters. From the company’s stand in Hall 7 E50, visitors can also look forward…
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Say it with stars: Floral inspiration for the festive season
Whether as a pot plant or cut flower in bouquets and arrangements, the poinsettia - also known as the Christmas Star - comes into its own as an interior decoration and wonderful gift during the festive season. With beautiful bracts that are available in a broad variety of colours and shapes, there…
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Spring/Summer 2023 with Ivyline
Ivyline is set to unveil a series of new collections at Spring Fair 2023, where the specialist in luxurious home and garden accessories will have a stand in Hall 7 E70. Visitors can look forward to seeing beautiful new designs for Spring/Summer 2023, whilst Christmas 2023/4 and a new lifestyle…
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Ivyline launches new Christmas 2023/4 collection
See the full range at Spring Fair Stand 7E70 Already renowned as a supplier of planters and plant accessories, Ivyline is fast becoming a preferred supplier of design-led Christmas ranges, with lovingly curated collections that range in style from warm and traditional to cool and
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DJ Turfcare launches new consumer brochure to drive confidence at point of sale
DJ Turfcare – proud suppliers of the RHS endorsed organic-based lawn care offering including MO Bacter – has launched a new consumer brochure, designed to help increase consumer confidence at the point of sale, whilst also encouraging a higher average basket spend throughout the year. The…
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How The Greener Gardening Company is exceeding its own peat-free expectations
Already the UK’s largest peat-free growing media manufacturer, The Greener Gardening Company has confirmed that it is currently exceeding its own expectations, with almost 60% of its product portfolio set to be peat-free in 2021, up from 20% in 2019. This significant achievement – great news for…
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Woodlodge to help retailers drive festive sales growth with launch of new Snowlodge Christmas Décor range
Following its acquisition of Adobe Wholesale and The Garden Foundry, Woodlodge, the UK’s leading brand for pots, containers and garden décor, is to further expand its offering for garden retailers with the introduction of its new Snowlodge Christmas Décor range. This exciting new offering of…
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Neudorff wins the German Sustainability Award 2021
The German Sustainability Award 2021 in the category ‘Transformation Resources’ has been awarded to Neudorff, the leading manufacturer of environmentally friendly products for plant care and natural gardening. The medium-sized company triumphed over reputable competitors due to its holistic…
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Poinsettias hold the key to supercharging houseplant departments this festive season
Covid-19 has been relentless in its determination to throw a spanner in retailers’ plans throughout much of 2020, but despite the economic uncertainty, come rain or snow, over the next few weeks shoppers will be flocking to garden centres in their droves to snap-up that much-loved festive
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Transform you garden into a blaze of winter glory with frost-proof Tierra Verde planters
Primeur’s Tierra Verde planters, made from ultra-tough recycled rubber tyres, are perfect for creating a wow-factor winter display of buds, berries and flowers – here we will show you how! When the going gets tough, the tough get growing! And there’s no tougher planter to help gardeners keep…
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Spring into action with Clear ‘N’ Collect – the handy new Multi-Purpose Garden Rake that effortlessly clears away winter debris
Pioneering multi-function tool is a must for getting plots ready for spring With spring around the corner and a nation that’s waiting with bated breath to get outdoors and start gardening, there’s no better time to begin getting plots into shape. The task of sweeping away winter debris should no…
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Meet the team behind the all-new Clear ‘N’ Collect Multi-Purpose Rake
Pioneering multi-function tool – incorporating 100% recycled plastic - is a must for all gardeners Behind many products is an individual or team driven by a desire to bring to market a solution to an age-old problem. In the case of the new Clear ‘N’ Collect Multi-Purpose Rake, the team leading…
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Spring into action with Clear ‘N’ Collect – the handy new Multi-Purpose Garden Rake that effortlessly clears away winter debris
Pioneering multi-function tool is a must for getting plots ready for spring With spring around the corner and a nation that’s waiting with bated breath to get outdoors and start gardening, there’s no better time to begin getting plots into shape. The task of sweeping away winter debris should no…
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2020 is declared a ‘record year’ for compost by The Greener Gardening Company
Leading growing media supplier hits last year’s turnover in just six months, led by the unstoppable rise of peat-free compost and boom in lockdown gardening Leading growing media supplier The Greener Gardening Company has hailed 2020 as a record year for sales of its portfolio of peat-reduced and
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Neudorff announces climate-neutral production
Neudorff, manufacturer of environmentally friendly products for plant care and natural gardening, has achieved its ambition of becoming climate-neutral at all of its production sites. A combination of resource-saving production processes, in addition to the company's own energy generation through…
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Poinsettias – what’s new for 2020? Breeders reveal their latest festive favourites with a modern twist!
Unique new poinsettias are set to take the UK market by storm this season No home is complete in the run-up to Christmas without that much-loved icon of the festive season – the poinsettia! And as we prepare to say goodbye – and good riddance – to pandemic-struck 2020, there’s no better way…
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GIMA 2021 New Product Digest now live
The annual showcase of innovation from GIMA members – the GIMA New Product Digest - is now available, providing retailers with a comprehensive guide to the latest product innovations, point of sale and marketing initiatives ahead of the 2021 spring/summer season. For the first time, the GIMA New…
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How The Greener Gardening Company is meeting the needs of the nation’s new ‘gardening army’
With three of the UK’s leading growing media brands in its stable – Growise, Happy Compost and Richmoor – The Greener Gardening Company is ideally positioned for growth as demand for quality compost continues to go through the roof. To dig deeper into forces that are influencing the market…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed boosts support for garden centres to ensure stock continuity throughout 2021
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest lawn seed supplier, is taking unprecedented steps to ensure that its garden centre customers remain fully stocked and extensively supported throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. The company, which is part of the DLF Seeds family, has ramped-up its stock and…
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GIMA backs call for pragmatic approach to secure historic UK-EU agreement
Plus offers support with new UK Transition Hub on gima.org.uk The Garden Industry Manufacturers Association (GIMA) has joined with 71 other trade associations and the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) to urge the government to reach an agreement regarding a Brexit deal to ensure that the UK…
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Happy Compost – what’s new? The Greener Gardening Company unveils key sales drivers for 2021
When Happy Compost – a cutting-edge new brand of top performing peat-free growing media launched at Glee 2019, no-one could have predicted how demand for compost would skyrocket in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. According to The Greener Gardening Company, however, category growth isn’t being…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed set to strengthen its presence in DIY and hardware sectors as demand soars
A resurgence of interest in domestic lawns coupled with the stay-at-home-culture arising from the Covid-19 pandemic is set to drive sales of lawn seed via DIY and hardware channels in 2021, according to Johnsons Lawn Seed – the UK’s oldest grass seed supplier. With Covid cases on the rise across…
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Mud, mud glorious mud! But not if you lay Primeur’s recycled rubber stepping stones
As the evenings draw in and the countdown to Bonfire night gets under way, the nation’s thoughts turn to celebrating traditional autumn festivities. With many firework displays cancelled this year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, gardens look set to be the focal point for family gatherings…
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Fire & water - Woodlodge adds to its product line-up for 2021
Since the introduction of Woodlodge’s water feature and fire pit collections, retailers have been quick to secure stock thanks to the show-stopping displays, competitive price points and curated designs which offer mass appeal to consumers wanting to add personalised accents to their garden
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Greenfingers Charity completes its 59th and 60th garden projects!
New garden spaces for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young people and Little Harbour Children’s Hospice Following Hospice Care Week, there is no better time to announce that the Greenfingers Charity has completed its 59th and 60th garden projects at the Little Harbour Children’s Hospice (St
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Deco-Pak’s care packages help Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice families to tackle lockdown boredom!
Lockdown was little fun for many of us, but for the families supported by Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice in Huddersfield, the boredom was alleviated a little with the arrival of a special care package from Hipperholme-based, Deco-Pak, the family-run garden landscaping and decorative aggregates
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Introducing Clear ‘N’ Collect – the brand new Multi-Purpose Garden Rake that makes raking, clearing and collecting garden debris a breeze
New product alert: multi-function tool is a gardeners’ dream come true Great news for gardeners, bad news for chiropractors! A brand new three-in-one tool that effortlessly rakes, clears and collects leaves and garden debris has hit the market for the first time – banishing the…
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The birth of a brand: Woodlodge’s new Honey & Wild range to ignite sales of garden décor in 2021
The garden décor category is set to undergo a big transformation for 2021 with the launch of Woodlodge’s exciting new Honey & Wild range – a carefully curated portfolio with huge potential to drive sales thanks to its unique collection of fun, quirky garden products that are guaranteed to
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Woodlodge taps into trend for wildlife gardening with expansion of its Bee Kind range of containers
As public concern escalates over global pollinator decline and gardeners seek to transform their plots into wildlife-friendly havens, Woodlodge is extending its popular Bee Kind range of containers to draw attention to the plight of much-loved but endangered insects. The Bee Kind range launched…
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Neudorff is a finalist in the German Sustainability Award
The German Sustainability Award is one of the most important awards of its kind in Europe. On September 24th, 2020, the expert jury announced the finalists of this year's nominations. Neudorff, manufacturer of environmentally friendly products for plant care and natural gardening, will enter the…
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Woodlodge’s Root Indoor portfolio to grow for 2021 as consumers transform their homes into design-led sanctuaries
With the pandemic prompting consumers to transform their properties into stylish sanctuaries as they spend increasing amounts of time living and working from home, Woodlodge is announcing a perfectly timed expansion of its Root Indoor range of pots, pot covers and design-led accessories ahead of the
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Sipcam Home & Garden set to grow sales of Blumen International’s portfolio in UK following exclusive distribution deal
Leading supplier to supercharge Get Off, Fito and Aeroxon brands for 2021 Sipcam Home & Garden is to strengthen its presence within the garden, pet care and pest control categories during 2021. It follows a deal this summer that saw the company appointed as exclusive distributor of Blumen…
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The Greener Gardening Company to support gardening charity Perennial
The Greener Gardening Company has pledged to help raise the profile of gardening charity Perennial – with sales of its leading range of Richmoor garden professional growing media set to generate vital funds. Richmoor Organic Garden Compost (40-litre), Mulch (40-litre) and Garden Soil (25-litre…
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Woodlodge expands its flagship Heritage Garden range for 2021
Woodlodge’s flagship Heritage Garden Pottery range is to be extended for 2021 with the addition of striking new lines and limited-edition designs – featuring novel materials and unique finishes that elevate the iconic collection’s sales appeal. Woodlodge has witnessed a huge increase in…
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Sipcam Home & Garden introduces SPOT-ON – an innovative new range of clean and weed control products
Performance-led range, new for 2021, developed to tackle tough jobs with ease Sipcam Home & Garden is bringing to market a brand new range of powerful, simple-to-use cleaning and weed control products. SPOT-ON will help retailers to ignite sales via innovation, with the economical, performance-led…
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Sipcam Home & Garden set to launch new eco-friendly products for 2021 under the pioneering ecofective® range
Soaring demand for natural plant care products paves the way for growth The leading ecofective® portfolio of plant and garden care products from Sipcam Home & Garden is to extend in 2021 in response to buoyant demand from environmentally conscious consumers for products that are pet-safe and
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The Greener Gardening Company unveils its 2021 multibuy offering to help retailers drive volume sales
With the growing media category confirmed as one of this year’s star performers, The Greener Gardening Company has unveiled its new multibuy offering for 2021 – tailored to helping retailers leverage the potential of volume-driven promotions. Multibuy promotions will run across selected products…
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Premium Christmas Trees’ trial pallets help retailers deliver incredible sales
Learn more about Premium Christmas Trees’ market-leading offering here. It is easy to keep stocking the same products but when the desire to try something new strikes it can often be a confusing time for many retailers. What if we make the wrong choice? What if they don’t sell? Should we be…
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Sipcam Home & Garden bolsters its ecofective® range with a fresh look, improved packaging and new refills to cut plastic waste
A strategy of re-use, refill and recycle leads the way towards closed-loop retail The pioneering ecofective® range of garden care and plant protection products is to have a fresh new look for 2021 – with supplier Sipcam Home & Garden unveiling a raft of innovative developments that set a new
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The first consignment of DJ Turfcare’s new Autumn Lawn Treatment sells out!
More stock coming soon…. With a proven track record of bringing to market bestselling ranges, DJ Turfcare looks set to replicate this success with its all-new Autumn Lawn Treatment. The first consignment of this innovative autumn essential has already sold out, with retailers quick to snap up…
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Happy Compost range will double in size for 2021, says The Greener Gardening Company
The Greener Gardening Company is doubling the size of its top-performing 100% peat-free Happy Compost range for 2021, to meet growing consumer demand for sustainable compost and eco-friendly soil improvers. Happy Compost delivered exceptional performance prior to the Covid-19 lockdown, with The…
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How the DuraOcean® Nassau chair is revolutionising contract furniture
Special rates for hospitality & café owners who place environmental protection at the top of the agenda Whether it’s a restaurant, café, bar, pub or takeaway, the furniture you use says a lot about you and your business values. Aesthetics are incredibly important but making a statement with…
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The Greener Gardening Company works around the clock to meet exceptional demand for growing media
The Greener Gardening Company has experienced phenomenal growth as a result of unprecedented nationwide demand for compost – having successfully stepped-up production to satisfy demand from retailers who have been scrambling to secure stocks of quality growing media. As lockdown eased, demand for…
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Lawn seed sales up five-fold this summer, reports Johnsons Lawn Seed
Lawn seed sales went through the roof in June and July, extending the traditional springtime peak in lawncare category sales well into the summer, according to the latest figures released by Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest grass seed supplier. Guy Jenkins, Johnson’s Lawn Seed’s Consumer…
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Shabby lawn getting you down? Don’t worry! Johnsons Lawn Seed can transform tired turf
Winter flooding, spring drought and a summer of heavy wear have taken their toll on turf but autumn is the perfect season to restore lawn order and ensure grass is looking lush Everyone loves a beautiful green lawn, but for gardeners across the UK, a pristine expanse of turf is a far cry from
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Enjoy a lawn to be proud of this August bank holiday – banish yellow patches with Dog Rocks!
You’d be barking mad not to try this genius natural solution to canine lawn burn With the August bank holiday just around the corner, families are looking to make the most of every minute outdoors before temperatures dip and the nights draw in. Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, lawns have been the…
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Greenfingers Charity begins work at Rainbows Hospice!
Earlier this week work officially began on the new Remembrance Garden at Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People in the East Midlands – the first Greenfingers garden to be created following the easing of the nationwide lockdown. This garden designed by VaRa Garden Design and supported by…
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DJ Turfcare invests in new video content to help drive sales of its new Autumn Lawn Treatment
DJ Turfcare – UK supplier of the organic-based Viano ranges – is set to make sales of its new Autumn Lawn Treatment even easier for retailers following the company’s investment in a dedicated video which highlights the many benefits of this exciting new lawncare innovation. The new two-minute…
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LifestyleGarden® launches the second generation of DuraOcean®, breathing new life into recycled ocean plastic waste
Launched to critical acclaim at SOLEX 2019 DuraOcean® from LifestyleGarden® has been setting the standard for environmental responsibility and innovation within the outdoor leisure sector ever since. As many other manufacturers look to replicate this success, it has been announced that the current…
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Primeur’s going grey! New products for 2021 will feature next-season’s must-have colour
The leading supplier of eco-friendly recycled rubber garden products reveals extensions to its popular range to meet demand for ultra-cool tones of grey in the great outdoors Primeur, the leading supplier of ultra-tough garden products made from recycled rubber, is extending its best-selling lines
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Beat this summer’s aphid and ant invasion with Neudorff’s effective, natural pest controls
The UK’s gardens are under attack from high populations of aphids, leaving gardeners battling to save flowers, fruit and veg – according to DLF Seeds, the UK distributor of Neudorff’s leading natural plant protection range. Infestations of aphids have swamped a host of popular flowers, with…
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Premium Christmas Trees’ Nordmann Slimline trees are its fastest selling festive tree range ever!
Secure your stock now ahead of Christmas 2020 As part of its ongoing commitment to help garden centres maximise festive sales, Premium Christmas Tree is reinforcing the success of its Nordmann Slimline tree range and is urging retailers to get in touch to find out more about this fast-moving profit
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Innovation and quality will ignite the lawncare category this autumn, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Stocking quality lawn seed with proven heritage in packaging that clearly displays multiple benefits for the consumer holds the key to securing additional sales as lawncare categories get ready for one of the busiest autumns in memory, says Johnsons Lawn Seed. The company, founded in 1820 and…
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Autumn 2020 will be the new spring for lawncare categories, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Garden retailers are set to benefit from one of the most lucrative autumns that the lawncare category has ever experienced – with significant opportunities to drive footfall and growth, according to Johnsons Lawn Seed. The UK’s oldest grass seed supplier says three novel influences are set to…
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DJ Turfcare - A look behind the brand of one of the UK’s most effective and environmentally responsible organic-based lawn fertiliser ranges
Following on from the announcement that DJ Turfcare is to bring to market an exciting new Autumn Lawn Treatment, we dig a little deeper into the brand; a true stalwart of the garden retail sector with a rich 33-year heritage, and how changing consumer habits are being fully catered for by this
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GIMA announces virtual Buyer Connect session with British Garden Centres
On Tuesday 18th August, GIMA along with buyers from the UK’s second largest garden centre chain, British Garden Centres, will be hosting a special virtual Buyer Connect event. Representing the second virtual event in the 2020 Buyer Connect calendar, this speed networking opportunity will allow…
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Find out more about the UK’s first truly sustainable firewood brand, Kindwood
Let’s be honest, the words ‘firewood’ and ‘sustainable’ aren’t necessarily two words you’d normally put together, but with the launch of Kindwood the notion of sustainable firewood is becoming a reality. The brainchild of entrepreneur Taylor Gathercole, Kindwood is ripping up the rule…
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“We’re on your side” - Premium Christmas Trees vows to make it easier for retailers to drive sales of Christmas Trees this festive season
Price freezeNew POS supportVideo merchandising supportOnline sales solutionTrial Pallets Following a year of unprecedented turmoil, this year’s festive season feels more important than ever as much of the population looks to Christmas as the shining beacon of hope on the horizon. With six months…
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Woodlodge strengthens its garden decoration portfolio with the acquisition of Adobe Wholesale and The Garden Foundry
Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of pots and containers, has announced a major expansion of its garden decoration range with the acquisition of Adobe Wholesale and The Garden Foundry – allowing the company to significantly increase its offering of eye-catching, on-trend outdoor lifestyle
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Primeur reveals five trends that will shape the way the nation gardens into 2021 and beyond
From climate change to grow-your-own, the UK’s leading supplier of eco-friendly garden products, crafted from recycled rubber, throws the spotlight on factors that will influence the way we garden 1 Millennials drive surge in demand for outdoor living The Covid-19 pandemic has redefined how the
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Sipcam Home & Garden becomes the exclusive distributor of Blumen International’s leading product portfolio in the UK and Republic of Ireland
Sipcam Home & Garden, the company behind the innovative ecofective® and RHS Garden Care ranges, has signed a deal with Blumen International Ltd that will see Sipcam appointed as the exclusive distributor of Blumen’s product portfolio across the UK & Republic of Ireland. Blumen International is…
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GIMA holds virtual AGM and elects Simon McArdle of Westland Horticulture as President
GIMA has announced the election of Simon McArdle of Westland Horticulture as GIMA President, following its rescheduled AGM held on Friday 10th July, 2020. Following the postponement of GIMA’s March AGM due to COVID-19, a rescheduled event was held via video conferencing with 17 GIMA member…
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How dog smells could be affecting your house sale PLUS how to fix it with Be:Loved’s 100% natural pet care range
With the Chancellor’s latest stamp-duty threshold increase designed to ignite the housing market, there will be many homeowners poised to see an influx of offers on their properties. But for many, there could be one thing putting potential buyers off and that is the inevitable whiff that comes…
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The Covid-19 pandemic is transforming consumer attitudes towards sustainable shopping, says LifestyleGarden®
The Covid-19 pandemic has shaken the world of retail to its core. While social distancing, hand sanitisation and in some cases face coverings have rapidly become the norm, one factor that was shaping consumer demand long before the pandemic continues to gain momentum: environmentally responsible…
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DJ Turfcare supports retailers with five-day delivery & RHS endorsed organic ranges
If the Covid-19 pandemic has shown us anything, it is that gardening has an important and valued role to play in the physical and mental health of many of us. As such, we are witnessing unprecedented sales of gardening products with demand continuing to outstrip supply. With many retailers…
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Kindwood looking to partner with UK garden retailers for this summer’s hotly anticipated bestseller - Kindwood new Swedish Torch Log sells out within days!
Kindwood – the UK’s first truly sustainable firewood company – is offering UK garden retailers the opportunity to benefit from an exciting new sales opportunity – the Swedish Torch Log. Once used by the Swedish army as an instant multi-functional source of heat and light – hence the…
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Create a deluxe lawn that’s the envy of the neighbourhood with Luxury Lawn seed
For a medal-worthy, first-class lawn that’ll stop passers-by in their tracks, the secret lies in sowing top quality seed, says Johnsons Lawn Seed There is nothing more quintessentially English than a beautiful, striped, manicured bowling green-style lawn that’s worthy of a gold medal at the RHS
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Autumn 2020 is set to be the new spring for lawncare
After lockdown halted gardeners’ spring lawn improvement plans, autumn presents the ideal opportunity to sown new lawns and restore turf to its former glory, says Johnsons Lawn Seed Autumn is nature’s natural season for sowing – and there’s no better time to start a new lawn from scratch or
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Podium Pet Products expands team with two new appointments
The leading supplier of Dog Rocks and the new 100% natural Be:Loved pet care range, Podium Pet Products, is continuing its ongoing expansion plans with the appointment of two new team members. Joining the Podium family will be Helen Reid and Annabel Britton, who will both be responsible for customer…
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Give shabby lawns a well-deserved mid-summer boost with 100% organic Super Smart Lawn Feed
If lockdown thwarted plans to spring feed your lawn, do not fear, says Johnsons Lawn Seed After lawns across the UK were dealt a double whammy by the driest May on record, combined with abnormally heavy wear and tear during the Covid-19 lockdown, the nation’s formerly green sward is crying out for
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Help your plants to survive heatwaves with Primeur’s stylish Tierra Verde self-watering planters
Meet the award-winning, new generation of eco-friendly containers, designed to keep plants supplied with precious water while gardeners relax and enjoy the delights of summer After one of the wettest winters in recent memory, which resulted in widespread flooding, it is hard to imagine that gardens
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Give your dated patio an easy makeover with Primeur’s Recycled Rubber Deck Tiles
There’s no need to hire a costly landscaper or builder to rip-up old paving or concrete when stylish rubber tiles instantly create a contemporary, eco-friendly chill-out zone As mid-summer’s day approaches and the nation’s lockdown spirits are lifted by the chance to soak up the sun in gardens
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Banish lawn burn and enjoy a green sward to be proud of this summer with Dog Rocks
You don’t have to be Sherlock Bones to track down this genius cure for urine scorch! It is often said that an Englishman’s home is his castle, and whether that castle is a suburban semi-detached or a beautiful country cottage, no castle is complete without a bowling green-style lawn. For…
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Meet Neudorff’s Famous Five – the planet-friendly way to help your garden flourish this summer
The UK is experiencing a green gardening revolution as gardeners shun chemicals in favour of organic, natural and vegan plant feeds and pest controls. As gardeners plant out flowers and veg now that the danger of frost is over, Guy Jenkins, of Neudorff’s UK distribution partner DLF Seeds, reveals…
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GIMA announces first virtual Buyer Connect session with Homebase
GIMA is pleased to announce that they are hosting a virtual Meet the Buyer session with Homebase to be held on Thursday 25th June 2020. This speed networking event will allow potential suppliers to meet with key garden retailer buyers in timed 20-minute appointment sessions. It is hoped that this…
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Podium Pet Products appoints Hornby Whitefoot PR
Podium Pet Products – the team behind the Dog Rocks and Be:Loved natural pet care brands – has recently appointed Hornby Whitefoot PR as its new PR partner. With a proven track record of building B2B and B2C PR campaigns from local to international remits, Hornby Whitefoot PR is considered one…
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Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn top Johnsons Lawn Seed’s best-sellers as strong demand drives growth
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest lawn seed brand, is today reporting healthy sales of two of its most iconic consumer brands, despite the nationwide lockdown that gripped the garden trade during peak season. Sales of the company’s leading Tuffgrass and Quick Lawn brands have witnessed a…
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Transform your garden into an eco-friendly haven with Primeur’s recycled rubber innovations
Get creative with these five easy projects that’ll elevate your garden’s environmentally friendly status and make your plot the envy of the neighbourhood this summer! Primeur’s virtually indestructible recycled rubber garden products offer a world of opportunities to instantly transform drab…
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Take action to help lawns remain lush during hot, dry weather, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Lawn experts have revealed top tips to prevent grass turning brown after the driest May in 124 years left Britain’s green and pleasant land looking parched Gardeners will need to take action to stop lawns from turning brown if a scorching summer follows one of the driest springs on record –
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Harness the power of Neudorff’s natural gardening range in time for peak season, says DLF Seeds
DLF Seeds, the UK distributor for Neudorff’s leading portfolio of environmentally conscious gardening products, is urging retailers to leverage the full sales potential of the company’s innovative fertilisers and pest controls as peak season approaches. Neudorff, which has the widest range of…
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Little Havens offers use of its Greenfingers garden for children in crisis
Little Havens. the children’s hospice for Essex is offering its Greenfingers garden as well as other areas of their extensive grounds, to families experiencing an exceptional crisis during the Coronavirus pandemic. Little Havens, based in Thundersley near Benfleet, has extensive grounds…
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2020 is one for the record books, says LifestyleGarden®
For many reasons 2020 will be well documented in history books. In recent months the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world as we know it; our core values have shifted as our normal freedoms have been put on pause, the way we spend time in and interact with our homes and gardens has changed…
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Don’t miss the chance to get your lawn into shape before summer, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
New Tuffgrass with Dog Patch Resistance is the perfect blend for sowing a new lawn, repairing patches or overseeding, and it won’t turn yellow due to dog wee The nation’s gardeners would have to be barking mad to miss the chance to restore lawn order before summer arrives. Sowing, overseeding or…
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Beat this summer’s staycation blues and help the oceans to recover with DuraOcean® from LifestyleGarden®
With the government declaring overseas holidays off the cards this summer and concerns over Covid-19 prompting tourism chiefs to urge the public not to travel to UK seaside resorts and rural beauty spots, the nation is preparing to holiday at home – and gardens are the focus for outdoor living and
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Sales of firewood skyrocket during lockdown
Fire is at the heart of every good story. The story of evolution – perhaps the greatest story of all – has seen mankind, since the beginning of time, place fire right at the heart of the home, as a place to eat, as a source of light and warmth, or as the centre point for bringing us together to…
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No containers to grow flowers and veg? No problem! Head online for Primeur’s eco-friendly range
And Primeur’s pioneering recycled rubber border edging and stepping stones are also available on the web to help gardeners complete their outdoor projects during lockdown With the nation isolating at home during lockdown and the doors to garden centres remaining firmly closed due to the Covid-19
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Get tough on ants with Neudorff’s AntFree Ant Killer Granules
Infestations of ants around the house on paths, patios and terraces can be controlled quickly and effectively, thanks to Neudorff’s AntFree Ant Killer Granules. Using a natural active ingredient, the product is certified by the Organic Farmers & Growers Association (OF&G). During the warmer…
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Reopening your retail store: Step one - signage & screening
Advice from Cleaner Retail – a new one-stop-shop designed to assist in creating a sanitised environment for safer shopping and a clean retail experience for the consumer Many retailers may be beginning to consider how they will tackle reopening once the government enforced lockdown is eased.
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Introducing Cleaner Retail – helping retailers to stop the spread of Covid-19 with a one-stop solution for safe trading
A new proposition from Ivyline, designed to help retailers re-open, comply with social distancing policies and safely trade again With the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic expected to change the way we shop for the long-term, Ivyline – more popularly known for its range of trend-led indoor plant
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Introducing Neudorff’s Organic Tomato Feed – the vegan-approved fertiliser that holds the key to bumper crops of flavoursome fruits
Gardeners will be able to feed the nation’s favourite crop organically this season and benefit from bumper yields of mouth-watering tomatoes, thanks to Neudorff’s Organic Tomato Feed – and it’s approved for vegans, too. Whether you’re growing classic, cherry, beefsteak, heirloom or the…
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LifestyleGarden® donates product to the NHS Nightingale Hospital
Set up as part of the ongoing fight against Covid-19 the temporary NHS Nightingale Hospital at ExCel London has become ‘home’ to over 1,600 support staff bravely facing the virus head-on. Thanks to LifestyleGarden® and a wealth of generous donors, these workers now have a stunning garden space…
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The purr-fect remedy that gardeners have been waiting for! Neudorff’s Super Strength Cat Repellent offers long-lasting protection from fouling
Britain is a nation of cat-lovers, with an estimated population of 10.9million pet cats*. But when neighbourhood pets foul flower beds and vegetable plots, gardeners see red. However, green-fingered enthusiasts need not despair, as Neudorff’s Super Strength Cat Repellent can resolve the problem in…
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GIMA urging retailers to keep cash flow active during lockdown
There is no doubt that the continuation of the Covid-19 lockdown is placing significant and never before seen pressures on the garden retail supply chain, however the Garden Industry Manufacturer’s Association (GIMA) is issuing a call to action to retailers to ensure that cash flow continues to
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Tackle pests the eco-conscious way with Neudorff’s BugFree Bug and Larvae Killer – a handy spray that’s free from neonicotinoids
As the tide turns against traditional chemicals, and gardeners seek out products that respect nature, Neudorff is throwing the spotlight on its BugFree Bug and Larvae Killer – an effective control against a variety of troublesome pests that’s based on a natural active ingredient. Concerns over…
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Neudorff reassures gardeners that its leading range of natural gardening products remains widely available online, helping growers in lockdown
Neudorff, the pioneer of products for natural gardening, is helping the nation to carry on gardening despite the closure of UK garden centres due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The company is working around the clock to ensure that its fertilisers, weedkillers and pest controls are widely available…
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Neudorff switches focus to online retailers in a bid to drive sales of natural gardening products during peak season consumer lockdown
Neudorff, the pioneer of products for natural gardening, has taken steps to ensure that extensive stocks of its leading product portfolio are readily available via internet-based retailers – in a bid to meet consumer demand during the nationwide lockdown. As the Government ordered all…
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Neudorff’s WeedFree Plus ready-to-use has the power to tackle tough weeds fast – and it’s free from glyphosate and biodegradable, too!
After one of the wettest, mildest winters in recent memory, the nation’s gardens are overrun with unsightly weeds. Targeting unwanted invaders before they set seed and multiply is essential this spring, and Neudorff’s glyphosate-free WeedFree Plus ready-to-use spray has the power to enable…
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Get ultra-tough on slugs and snails this spring with Neudorff’s Sluggo Slug & Snail Killer Ultra!
Gardeners who are looking to get tough on slugs and snails this spring are being handed the ultimate in mollusc control. Sluggo Slug & Snail Killer Ultra from Neudorff is metaldehyde-free, helping to prevent precious ornamentals and edibles from falling prey to the nation’s worst plant-wrecker…
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David Domoney takes on role of Patron for Greenfingers Charity
TV gardening personality, David Domoney, has recently been confirmed as the Greenfingers Charity’s newest Patron. The role will see David support the charity’s work in building magical and therapeutic gardens for life-limited children in hospices across the country. David has been a great…
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New generation of green lawncare products help gardeners to wave goodbye to chemicals
Pioneering seed blends and natural lawn treatments are readily available online for home delivery, helping gardeners to beat the nationwide shutdown of garden centres Despite the nationwide closure of garden centres due to the Coronavirus pandemic, gardeners isolating at home are being helped to
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Gardening is deemed ‘critically important’ to physical and mental health during #stayathome
With the nation currently isolating in their homes and facilities shut down, we have little choice but to try and enjoy this enforced staycation. Maintaining mental and physical wellbeing during this time will be of paramount importance as so many areas of our lives feel very much out of our…
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LifestyleGarden® vow to support retailers during lockdown
LifestyleGarden®, the pioneer of the ground breaking DuraOcean® chair and stunning outdoor furniture ranges backed by an environmental and sustainable business agenda, has taken steps to ensure that extensive stock of its leading product portfolio is readily available to its customers including
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How Primeur’s charity partnerships are making a difference
In the current climate, we are always looking for a good news story to lift our spirits and what is better than giving back to charity and community? One company that is doing just that is Primeur – the brand behind the game changing ECO Garden and Mighty Mats collections. From raffles to…
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How the humble houseplant became the garden industry’s fastest growth category
It’s official: - 2019 was the year of the houseplant according to the GCA’s Barometer of Trade (BoT) report. Last year, the houseplant sector saw the biggest increase in sales at garden centres across the country with an increase of 17.6% compared to 2018. It is estimated that the millennial…
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Put your best foot forward with Primeur’s eco-friendly recycled rubber stepping stones
One small step for gardeners, one giant leap for the environment! The days of trips, slips and muddy shoes are long gone, thanks to Primeur’s Recycled Rubber Stepping Stone Collection. Now, crossing a soggy lawn or veg patch will no longer entail negotiating an assault course because rubber…
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Garden Re-Leaf Day 2020 celebrates another superb day of FUNdraising - plus, date confirmed for 2021 event
Garden Re-Leaf Day on Friday 13th March may have fallen in the middle of a worldwide pandemic, but that didn’t dampen the FUNdraising spirits of Greenfingers supporters across the country. The official ‘start to the season’ saw businesses and individuals come together to undertake a wide…
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Virtually indestructible! Ultra-tough eco-friendly rubber borders set to transform UK gardens
You’ll never want to use heavy, easily broken concrete border edging again! Installing edging to makeover flower and veg beds is set to become a breeze thanks to a new generation of virtually unbreakable rubber borders – and as they’re made from recycled tyres, these ultra-light border edges…
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Still growing strong! Johnsons Lawn Seed celebrates its 200th birthday
UK’s oldest grass seed brand marks a milestone and unveils ground-breaking products Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s leading grass seed brand dedicated to supplying the finest quality lawn seed for the nation’s gardeners, is celebrating its 200th anniversary during 2020 – while taking the wraps
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Unbreakable planters banish the problem of smashed pots to history – and save gardeners a fortune
Award-winning Tierra Verde eco-friendly planters made from recycled rubber are preventing thousands of old tyres from being dumped in landfill, too Gardeners rejoice! The days of containers toppling and smashing in gales, cracking after cold frosty nights or shattering when struck by a football…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed discovers the holy grail of lawncare – grass that doesn’t turn yellow due to dog urine damage
Introducing Tuffgrass with Dog Patch Resistance, the super-tough new grass seed that dog-owners would be barking mad not to try! It is a problem that has dogged lawn-owners for decades: manicured turf left scorched by beloved pets using grass as their toilet. Now, in a UK first, this bane of…
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More names confirmed for GIMA Day Conference (19th March, Ettington Chase, Warwickshire)
The annual GIMA Day Conference is fast approaching (19th March 2020), and with the latest names joining the agenda it is set to be a valuable day of learning and networking for both members and non-members. The latest name confirmed for 19th March is Phil Pond, from Scarlet Opus, the leading…
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Christmas comes early for Greenfingers thanks to Primeur’s latest fundraising donation
Yesterday at the annual Garden Press Event (4th March 2020) the team from Primeur – the brand behind the game changing ECO Garden and Might Mats collections – presented the Greenfingers team with a special fundraising cheque for a phenomenal £4,000, all raised by sales of the company’s
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Drive sales this Garden Re-Leaf Day with a Greenfingers product display
With Garden Re-Leaf Day on the horizon (13th March 2020) now is the perfect time for garden retailers to think about how they’ll be supporting the annual fundraising event. One idea could be to add a dedicated Greenfingers product display at the heart of the store, showcasing all the amazing…
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Introducing Kangular - the ultimate in contemporary screening that will boost category growth in UK garden retailers
Garden retailers who wish to inspire their customers with an elegant and architectural look that’s worthy of the Chelsea Flower Show, can now do so with Kangular’s structural screening and installations, ideal for homeowners wanting to add an instant contemporary design statement to their
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GIMA Innovators’ Seed Corn Fund 2019 winners: Natural Grower – we find out how the award has helped shape their business
Since 2014 the GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund has helped five brands break into the UK garden retail market. The 2019 winners were Natural Grower, who impressed the judges with the brand’s organic and veganic gardening credentials; credentials that fit perfectly with an increasingly demanding…
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Two tickets to the new Greenfingers Summer Ball up for grabs for top fundraising garden centre this Garden Re-Leaf Day!
To add an exciting sense of competition to this year’s Garden Re-Leaf, Greenfingers Charity has confirmed that there are two tickets to its glittering Charity Summer Ball up for grabs for the garden centre which raises the most over the Garden Re-Leaf weekend (Friday 13th – Sunday
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Volunteers needed to support the 2020 Garden Re-Leaf Sponsored Walk & Cycle Challenge
Greenfingers, the organisers of the annual Garden Re-Leaf Sponsored Walk and Cycle Challenge, has issued a call to action to the garden retail industry, asking for volunteers to support this year’s event. This year’s start and end point will be the British Garden Centres’ Chilton Garden…
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Oxfordshire gets ready for Garden Re-Leaf Day 2020!
Plans are blooming for the ninth annual Garden Re-Leaf Day, which takes place on Friday 13th March 2020. This year, Chilton Garden Centre will be the central hub for this year’s fundraising activity, as it host the fifth Garden Re-Leaf Sponsored Walk and Cycle Challenge, which will see…
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Teamwork makes the dream work – Join the Garden Re-Leaf Day Sponsored Walk & Cycle Challenge to raise vital funds for the children’s hospice garden charity
The sixth Garden Re-Leaf Day Sponsored Walk and Cycle Challenge may only be a few weeks away (March 13th 2020) but that doesn’t mean it is too late to join in! Teams and individuals from across the garden retail sector have already confirmed their place at the start-line, and you can too!
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Primeur’s Eco Garden stands transform retailers’ displays as the gardening season begins
Following a period of unprecedented growth, Primeur, the leading suppliers of environmentally friendly and innovative garden products, has continued to roll out its instore merchandising displays, revolutionising garden retailers’ sales floors in the process. The Eco Garden range, which includes…
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Grass seed sales soar by 40% over the past two years, reports Johnsons Lawn Seed
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest grass seed supplier, is celebrating a 40% rise in lawn seed sales over the past two years, as demand strengthens for its market-leading portfolio of quality lawncare products. The company, owned by DLF Seeds, says the UK market for grass seed has remained…
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Glee’s Retail Lab shortlisted at the 2020 Exhibition News Awards
The Exhibition News Awards return to Evolution London, Battersea Park on 20th March 2020 to showcase outstanding achievement within the UK and global exhibition industry. This year, amongst the audience, will be representatives from the Glee organising team as the garden retail exhibition’s…
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Key retailers to headline GIMA Day Conference
(19th March, Ettington Chase, Warwickshire) GIMA’s forthcoming Day Conference - open to both members and non-members - will be a must-attend for any supplier wanting to hear from two of the UK’s leading garden centres. Headlining the Day Conference will be British Garden Centres’ Phillippa…
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Deco-Pak – Celebrating 15 years of excellence in 2020
2020 marks a major milestone for Deco-Pak, the leading garden landscaping and decorative aggregates specialist, who will be celebrating its 15-year anniversary this year. From humble beginnings with just 10 decorative products in the range, the company has grown to now offer an extensive multi…
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LifestyleGarden® educate next generation of eco-conscious youngsters on ocean plastic waste
Leading garden furniture company, LifestyleGarden® is hoping to launch a company initiative to educate the next generation of eco-warriors about the impacts of marine plastic pollution. With the issues of sustainability and single use plastic galvanising a green revolution, young children are…
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Vivid Arts’ Easter Bunny to raise more funds for Greenfingers
Leading garden décor manufacturer, Vivid Arts, is pleased to confirm that its popular Gardening Rabbit figurine will be raising even more funds for Greenfingers this Easter season. Since its launch at Glee 2018, the playful rabbit figurine - equipped with a garden spade and bearing the trademark…
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Get ready for National Nestbox Week with Deco-Pak
The BTO’s National Nestbox Week, a highlight of the ornithology calendar, returns on February 14th – 21st February and leading garden decoration specialist, Deco-Pak is encouraging customers to get their gardens, yards and balconies ready for our feathered friends. The RSPB recently reporting…
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Buyers flock to Glee at Spring Fair as exhibitors report brisk business from UK and overseas
Exhibitors kick-started the 2020 spring sales season in style at Glee at Spring Fair on 2nd – 6th February, with suppliers reporting strong levels of enquiries from UK and overseas visitors – and healthy order books as the show got underway. Buyers from independents and retail chains…
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Sustainability agenda to boost sales for Primeur in the 2020 season
With sustainability becoming a hot topic and setting the long-term agenda for garden retailing, 2019 was a year that saw unprecedented growth for Primeur and rightly so. The company’s garden product range made from recycled rubber tyres won multiple awards and met the needs of the ever-increasing…
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And the winners are….2020 Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase winners confirmed
Earlier today (2nd February, NEC Birmingham) the third annual Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase Awards – in association with Garden Trade News - was the centre of much industry buzz as the ‘best in show’ were selected by a panel of industry experts, with the winners being celebrated in
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Everything you need to know about Pawexpo
What is Pawexpo? Pawexpo is a newly launched pet focussed trade exhibition brought to market by the team behind Glee, the UK’s leading annual trade exhibition for the garden and outdoor leisure sector. What makes Pawexpo different? Designed with a wide range of pet retailers in mind – from…
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Pet humanisation and gifting continues to boost retail spending
Pawexpo helps retailers access this thriving profit opportunity With High Street spending declining, a downturn in employment and wages growth, as well as an imminent Brexit, you may think that the pet industry would also be suffering from cutbacks but instead it’s thriving as we enter the new
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2020 – a new decade of gardening trends to look forward to!
The new decade has just begun, and the garden trends for 2020 are already a hot topic as we look forward to seeing what the season has in store. Team HWPR has compiled the latest developments and trends in gardening for you and what to expect to see going forward! Easy gardening According to the…
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2020 – a new decade of gardening trends to look forward to!
The new decade has just begun, and the garden trends for 2020 are already a hot topic as we look forward to seeing what the season has in store. Team HWPR has compiled the latest developments and trends in gardening for you and what to expect to see going forward! Easy gardening According to the…
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Are you ready to go ‘Monte Carlo or Bust’ for Greenfingers?
If you have a team of willing participants and a weekend spare, then the Bust Rallies’ Monte Carlo or Bust banger rally could be the perfect adventure. What’s even better, the Greenfingers charity has been granted 10 places for this fabulous event, meaning even more FUNdraising opportunities for…
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DLF Seeds reports strong pre-season orders for Neudorff’s natural gardening range
DLF Seeds, the exclusive new distributor for Neudorff, is reporting strong pre-season orders for the German natural gardening pioneer’s leading product portfolio. Since striking the agreement in September, DLF Seeds, owner of the leading Johnsons Lawn Seed brand, says the Neudorff range …
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Slimline Christmas trees hold the key to driving sales in 2020 as retailers assess their festive season performance
Retailers who are taking stock of their festive season trading performance are being offered a helping hand to boost Christmas tree sales during 2020 – and turn around the fortunes of sales areas that fell below expectations. With the festive season established as a key point in the calendar to…
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Primeur’s ECO Garden display stands set to revitalise sales of garden borders and stepping stones in 2020
In a year that has seen Primeur’s penetration of UK garden centres increase exponentially, the company has been busy working behind the scenes to develop its instore merchandising displays for the award-winning Eco Garden range. As the industry begins making preparations for the 2020 season, the…
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The 2020 Garden Re-Leaf Day Sponsored Walk & Cycle Challenge has a new home
The annual Garden Re-Leaf Day Sponsored Walk and Cycle Challenge have become an integral part of the Garden Re-Leaf activities, and this year the event will be finding itself a new home within the heart of the Chilterns. The 2020 start point will be Chilton Garden centre, newly acquired by British…
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A look to Glee 2020: where the garden retail sector thrives
The future is looking bright for garden retail. According to AMA Research’s 2017 Garden Market Analysis Report the UK Garden Products market* is currently valued at £5.7billion and is expected to benefit from a 2% annual increase until 2023. With technology, sustainability, ethical living, and…
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2019 – a look back at the year’s gardening stories and trends
As we head towards the new year and decade, the team at HWPR look back at the stories and trends that dominated the garden industry in 2019. As the year began, concerns about the environment and sustainability were still high on the consumer agenda and the media storm caused by Blue Planet II had…
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Primeur’s unbreakable recycled rubber range helps retailers to slash the cost of in-store wastage
Primeur, the renowned innovator with a proven track record of bringing stylish, sustainable products to market, is helping retailers to slash the cost of wastage with a new generation of ‘virtually indestructible’ garden ranges that can endure punishing levels of wear and tear without suffering
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Glee at Spring Fair 2020: Find out more from Matthew Mein, Event Director
As the third annual ‘Glee at Spring Fair’ gets ever closer, the show’s Event Director, Matthew Mein, provides an update on what the industry can expect, and why garden retailers should make the event a ‘must attend’ part of their spring 2020 plans. Why Glee at Spring Fair – how does it…
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Celebrating 50 years of innovation – how Primeur’s Mighty Mats can help you make an entrance in the 2020 season
Following an astonishing year of success in the garden retail industry, Primeur, the leading suppliers of eco-friendly and innovative garden products, is proud to present its extensive Mighty Mats doormat range, which its hope will drive further sales for garden centres in the new year. Primeur has…
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LifestyleGarden® reinforce commitment to tackle marine plastic waste
Since Blue Planet II aired two years ago, sustainability, and in particular ocean plastic, has been brought to the forefront of consumers’ minds after the TV documentary highlighted the issues and struck a chord with all watching. The David Attenborough programme created a media storm across the…
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Millers Oils renews its partnership with the Ginetta GT4 Supercup ahead of the 2020 race season
Millers Oils is delighted to confirm that it has recently renewed its partnership with Ginetta for the second year running, which will see the leading oil blender remain the technical partner of the 2020 Ginetta GT4 Supercup. The 2019 season marked Millers Oils’ first year as Ginetta’s technical…
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LifestyleGarden® partner with Eden Project for catering area revamp
LifestyleGarden®’s partnership with the Eden Project continues to go from strength to strength after the environmentally responsible outdoor furniture company helped complete the refit of the attraction’s catering areas. Spearheaded by parent company ScanCom International that has set a new…
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Millers Oils dispels the myths: OEMs, specifications, approvals, warranties and the Block Exemption Regulation
When it comes to oils there are two phrases that are often used: “meets specification” and “OEM approved”. Whilst commonly used, Millers Oils – the UK’s leading oil blender – often gets asked what the difference really is and does the difference affect vehicle warranty. Here the…
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Greenfingers Charity to work with Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People
Greenfingers Charity, the only UK charity that designs and builds gardens in children’s hospices, has designated much needed funds to extend and update the Remembrance Garden at Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People in the East Midlands. Rainbows Hospice provides vital care and support…
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Why Millers Oils is urging classic car racers to upgrade their oil ahead of the 2020 race season
In this article, Millers Oils, the market leader in advanced oils and fuel treatments for classic cars, shares its expertise on why planning ahead for the next race season starts now. As winter sets in, heralding darker evenings and wintry weather conditions, classic car lovers are turning their…
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Deco-Pak’s Craig Hall remembers Greenfingers on his wedding day
It was a case of “something borrowed, something green” for Deco-Pak’s Craig Hall at his recent wedding as he and his new wife, Debbie, raised over £1,200 for Greenfingers Charity thanks to generous donations from guests and families. At the couple’s October wedding the traditional gifts…
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Inspired by modern urban architecture, Woodlodge introduces Modena – the ultimate contemporary planter range
Woodlodge is introducing a contemporary collection of lightweight garden planters, designed to appeal to consumers who are keen to make bold statements in gardens that reflect modern interior décor. The Modena range features clean geometric lines and has been inspired by contemporary urban…
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Greenfingers celebrates another superb fundraising dinner
Late last week (Thursday, 31st October) friends and supporters of Greenfingers Charity came together for another wonderful night of celebrations and vital fundraising at the charity’s annual FUNdraising dinner. Taking place within the prestigious RAF Club in the heart of London’s Mayfair, the…
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Ground-breaking William Morris collection is set to grow as Woodlodge adds classic Victorian designs to the iconic range
Woodlodge is expanding its ground-breaking William Morris collection, inspired by the arts and crafts movement designer, with two high-profile new products set to drive sales growth during the 2020 season. A game-changer in the pots and containers retail category, the William Morris pottery…
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Strong consumer demand for natural controls is underpinning confidence in the sector, says ecofective®
Ecofective®, the pioneering brand of environmentally friendly natural gardening controls, reports that high levels of footfall in organic categories at retail outlets is seeing demand for chemical-free solutions gain rapid momentum – helping ecofective® to expand and develop its customer base.
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Greenfingers ‘Nest & Rest’ garden opens at Grace House, Sunderland
A new Greenfingers Charity therapeutic garden at Grace House, Sunderland was officially opened by the Mayor of Sunderland on Monday (21st October). This inspiring new garden will provide a peaceful place for relaxation and enjoyment for the seriously ill children and their families that call Grace…
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Tigga Towers – the family-run business that creates stylish pet beds & cat scratch towers that are built to last (and won’t cause your ceilings to collapse…!)
Where it all began Like any family-run business the idea of Tigga Towers came from an unlikely source, in this case it was the family’s Maine Coon cat, Basher. A giant softie, Basher was a man with style and only the snuggliest beds would do. He also required a hardy scratch post and it quickly…
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George Barclay’s new in-store ordering system set to revolutionise how consumers buy luxury dog beds
Get set for a dog bed revolution thanks to the new merchandising and in-store ordering system from luxury dog bed supplier, George Barclay. This new ‘order in-store, deliver to door’ concept will make it easy for retailers to offer over 300 stunning designs, all within a 1m2 footprint. Order…
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Introducing new Trident 10 from Millers Oils - Four new product introductions join the Trident range
Millers Oils has confirmed that its popular Trident range has been recently updated with the introduction of four new products, taking the total number of market leading oils in the range to 10. Blended in the UK by Millers Oils, Trident 10 is backed by over 130 years of unrivalled oil blending…
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Millers Oils launches a new range of three engine oils for modern classics
Protecting your investment and looking after your modern classic influences all maintenance and care purchases. But ensuring the longevity and healthy life of the vehicle for future generations to enjoy shouldn’t be a time-consuming or costly practice. With the Classic Pistoneeze range from…
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Introducing Inbal Kahaner, the award-winning designer from LifestyleGarden® who shaped DuraOcean®
DuraOcean®, the first mass market garden furniture made from recycled ocean plastic waste, is taking the UK market by storm. After being crowned Best New Product at the SOLEX exhibition at the NEC in July, manufacturer LifestyleGarden® and its parent company ScanCom International has witnessed…
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Deco-Pak unveils a new generation of eco-friendly landscaping solutions that combine sustainability with style
Deco-Pak, the family-run garden landscaping and decorative aggregates specialist that’s committed to helping retailers inspire consumers to turn their outdoor dreams into reality, is unveiling a new collection of eco-friendly products that raise the bar in terms of commitment to environmental
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Introducing Zen Garden – Deco-Pak’s ultimate range to meet demand for tranquillity and wellbeing outdoors
Deco-Pak is unveiling Zen Garden at Glee (NEC Birmingham, 10th – 12th September) – a calming range of decorative gravel, pebbles and cobbles – incorporating a collection of indoor and outdoor water features that will appeal to consumers looking to create a sense of tranquillity at home.
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Huge prizes up for grabs in Deco-Pak’s VIP draw!
Buyers placing an order with Deco-Pak at Glee (NEC Birmingham, 10th – 12th September) are being offered a unique opportunity to enter a special raffle as part of the company’s 15th anniversary celebrations – with big prizes up for grabs in the draw. Deco-Pak, now run by the second generation…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed celebrates 200 years of cutting-edge success!
Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK’s oldest seed brand with a prestigious track record of grass seed breeding and innovation, is getting ready to celebrate 200 years at the forefront of the lawn care business in 2020. The company, now owned by Danish co-operative DLF Seeds, was founded in 1820, the year…
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New dog-resistant grass seed formula launched by Johnsons Lawn Seed
A new grass seed mix that has been scientifically proven to resist damage caused by dog urine is being exclusively introduced by Johnsons Lawn Seed. Tuffgrass with Dog Patch Resistance is a unique new product that has been formulated to banish the problem of yellow patches and dead areas of grass…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed unveils Accelerator – the key to a lawn that germinates and establishes at speed
Johnsons Lawn Seed has unveiled a major innovation in seed treatment technology that meets the needs of consumers who increasingly demand lawns that germinate and establish quickly. Quick Lawn with Accelerator-treated seed offers three key benefits: rapid germination; faster lawn establishment; and…
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Evergreen Garden Care is proud partner of Greenfingers Charity
Evergreen Garden Care is delighted to announce that it will be partnering with the Greenfingers Charity, donating essential funds and gardening products which will help the team continue the vital work it does supporting seriously ill children and their families throughout the UK. Greenfingers…
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Woodlodge to launch a new collection of lightweight sustainable pots made from eco-friendly bamboo
As demand for environmentally friendly gardening products continues to soar, Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of pots and containers, will unveil its new collection of eco-friendly bamboo pots at Glee (NEC Birmingham, 10th – 12th September). Every pot in the innovative new range is made from…
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Woodlodge launches Bee Kind pottery range in national call to action to help the nation’s pollinators
Woodlodge is to launch a range of bumblebee-inspired pottery, helping retailers to boost sales of containers as public concern over pollinator decline escalates. The Bee Kind range, which sports attractive, eye-catching bumblebee designs, will be unveiled on the Woodlodge exhibition space at Glee…
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Ellen Mary confirmed as host of Great British Growing Awards at Glee 2019
Ellen Mary – a well-known face within garden sector - has been confirmed as the host of Grow Your Own Magazine’s 2019 Great British Growing Awards. Taking place at Glee 2019 (Tuesday 10th September, Retail Growth Theatre) these exciting annual awards will recognise all that is great within the…
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It’s Deco-Pak but not as we know it!
As one of the most recognisable decorative aggregate and garden accessory brands, the market has come to expect big things from the company when it exhibits at Glee (10th – 12th September, NEC Birmingham). This year is no different, however Deco-Pak’s Marketing Director, Craig Hall, confirms…
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Fordingbridge partners with LifestyleGarden® at Glee 2019
Fordingbridge – the leading specialist design and build contractors of inspiring canopy, walkway and building solutions for the garden retail sector – are delighted to announce a guest feature for their Statement Stand at Glee 2019. With over 50 years’ experience in helping businesses grow…
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Glee Buyers Power List 2019: the shortlist
The Glee Buyers Power List has been set-up to recognise the individual buyers and buying teams who have gone above and beyond to make a difference within the garden retail industry this year. Voting has been open since early summer, with nominations flooding in from all corners of the market. Now…
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Introducing ‘The Marketplace’ at Pets at Glee 2019
As a leading showcase of pet product suppliers, trendsetters and emerging brands, Pets at Glee is set to be a thriving platform for any retailers wanting to optimise the ‘pet pound’. Now it has been confirmed that Glee has introduced an additional added value feature to Pets at Glee called…
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PAWExpo to launch in 2020
PAWExpo – a new high-end pet focused exhibition – will launch in September 2020, supported by the team behind the annual Glee trade event. A special ‘first look’ at what is to come will be unveiled at the official PAWExpo reveal party on Wednesday 11th September at the Pets Café area, in…
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Woodlodge to launch Down to Earth at Glee – a stylish range of quality plant supports and gardening accessories
Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of pots and containers, is announcing a major expansion into the gardening accessories market with the launch of its new Down to Earth range – a line-up of high-quality gardening goods ranging from obelisks to decorative trellis and plant supports that blend
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Woodlodge responds to soaring interest in houseplants by unveiling Root – its fresh range of stylish indoor pots
As the market for indoor plants continues to experience phenomenal double-digit growth, Woodlodge is rebranding its indoor pot collection – to be called Root – while expanding its product offering to incorporate fresh new designs that will help retailers to grow category sales. The Root…
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Introducing Water Studio from Woodlodge – the stylish new range of water features poised to help drive outdoor living sales
Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of pots, containers and outdoor living accessories, will take the wraps off its newly branded Water Studio range at Glee (NEC Birmingham, 10th – 12th September) – a stylish line-up of plug-in-and-go water features that are set to drive outdoor living sales
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Vital Pets Products confirm attendance at Pets at Glee, including café sponsorship
Glee’s dedicated pet sector – Pets at Glee – is set to benefit from the presence of one of the industry’s most prominent pet product wholesalers and distributors, Vital Pet Products. With 40 years’ experience, nationwide coverage and a portfolio made up of the leading pet accessory, food…
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Introducing Twool – the eco-friendly brand that’s driving gardening and giftware sales with its commitment to sustainability and heritage
With sustainability rising up the consumer agenda, retailers that stock a comprehensive offering for environmentally conscious consumers know they’re onto a winner. The days of product flying off shelves based on price alone have been consigned to history. Now, eco-savvy consumers are increasingly…
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Jardinopia brings Aardman designs to Glee 2019 via exclusive global licensing deal
With a history spanning over 40 years, the instantly recognisable work of Aardman has become as synonymous for its ‘Britishness’ as a good cup of tea, discussing the weather, and strawberries and cream during Wimbledon. Now three of the studio’s most beloved characters – Wallace, Gromit, and…
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Glee Connect app now live!
Glee Connect – the exhibition’s new AI-powered event ‘matchmaking’ platform for smartphones and desktops – is now live! Designed to provide an unrivalled matchmaking solution to help suppliers and retailers get the most out of their time at the show, Glee Connect – created by…
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Christmas comes to Beefayre
Christmas is coming to Beefayre – the leading UK manufacturer of beautiful home fragrances and body and bath products! This Autumn Fair, gift and homeware buyers will be able to view the exclusive Winter Collection direct from Beefayre (Hall 6, stand G16). This ‘first look’ will encourage some…
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Glee looks to a plastic-free future, as garden industry suppliers unveil initiatives to cut waste and grow sustainable businesses
Green gardening is not a fashion or a passing fad – it’s here to stay. With sustainable growing championed by the likes of BBC Gardeners’ World presenter Monty Don, demand for eco-friendly gardening products is on the up. The top priority for the nation’s growing band of environmentally…
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Glee is set to be transformed into an eco-hub of the future as suppliers showcase a new generation of planet-friendly products
The environmental impact of single-use plastic is under the spotlight as the public backlash mounts against disposable products with the potential to pollute the world’s oceans. In our second special report on the plastic debate, we look at how Glee exhibitors in the homeware, catering, gift…
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Growing media category is ripe for growth as suppliers get ready to unveil latest eco-friendly compost formulations
Growing media is a godsend for garden retailers. Regardless of fashions or trends, come rain or shine, consumers will always need compost to fill seed trays, window boxes and hanging baskets – and the steady income stream from sales keeps tills ringing throughout much of the year. It is therefore…
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GIMA raises £20k for Greenfingers during its 20th anniversary year
As GIMA’s chosen charity for 2019, Greenfingers has been the beneficiary of the many fundraising activities that the trade association has undertaken throughout the year. From the Charity Day, to the glittering GIMA Awards, in total GIMA has raised in excess of £20,000 for the charity – a…
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Material matters: LifestyleGarden® sets benchmark for artificial wicker material usage
Riding high from its successful exhibit at the SOLEX trade event, which saw the industry shower praise upon its new Eden Project partnership range and the DuraOcean® chair made from ocean plastic – the latter scooping the 2019 SOLEX New Product award –LifestyleGarden® has shone a light on its
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Demand for natural slug controls will continue to grow, despite High Court withdrawal and review of metaldehyde ban, says ecofective
Leading eco-friendly pest control supplier ecofective is pressing ahead with its strategy of bringing pioneering slug control products to market - despite the shock news that the ban on chemical metaldehyde slug pellets has been overturned following a legal technicality. Following a legal…
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Eden Project partnership with LifestyleGarden® sets benchmark for a new approach to ethical and sustainable business
The CEO of Eden Project International, David Harland, has given his seal of approval to the 2020 range of Eden Project-branded outdoor furniture from LifestyleGarden® – saying it marks the start of a blossoming relationship between two brands which are heavily focused on ethical business and
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ecofective® brand is poised for growth at Glee
Leading environmentally-friendly plant care brand ecofective® will feature its rapidly expanding portfolio at Glee 2019, showcasing the latest generation of natural feed, weed and pest control products that cater for the UK’s growing band eco-friendly consumers and organic gardeners. Ecofective…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed to showcase breakthrough in grass seed technology at Glee
Leading grass seed brand Johnsons Lawn Seed will unveil a major breakthrough in seed technology at Glee – revealing the solution to a lawncare problem that consumers have been craving for decades. The much-anticipated launch is the result of over 670 individual tests carried out by DLF Seeds, the…
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Calling all innovators & grass root businesses – entry to the GIMA Innovators’ Seed Corn Fund is now open!
As activity ramps up for Glee 2019, GIMA – the leading trade association for garden product manufacturers - is encouraging new businesses and innovators to enter this year’s annual GIMA Innovators’ Seed Corn Fund (GISCF); a special fund set up to encourage grass root business and product
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Woodlodge gets ready to drive container category growth in 2020 by unveiling latest ranges at Glee
Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of garden pots and containers, will reveal its much-anticipated 2020 product line-up at Glee, with fresh new ranges that are poised to raise the bar in stylish outdoor living. The Tetbury-based company, which is known for refreshing up to a third of its…
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Autumn is the perfect season for sowing or overseeding lawns, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
After a long summer of wear and tear, there is no better time for breathing new life into tired turf, or for sowing a brand new lawn, than autumn. Throughout September and until mid-October, the soil remains warm and workable but temperatures are refreshingly cooler, allowing grass seed to germinate…
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ScanCom International CEO Stig Maasbøl reveals the incredible story that brought award-winning DuraOcean to market
The UK launch of the award-winning DuraOcean® – the first commercially viable mass-market outdoor chair made from nets, ropes and plastic waste recovered from the world’s oceans – heralds the dawn of a shift towards truly sustainable furniture that holds the potential to revolutionise the
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What is the Glee Retail Lab?
Retailers and visual merchandisers seeking products of the future and the latest in-store merchandising ideas need look no further than the Retail Lab at Glee. Now in its third year, this inspirational feature area, in association with the Horticultural Trades Association, is bursting with ideas. In…
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Power of One comes to Glee - Join the ‘pledge mission’ for a more sustainable future
Power of One is a new initiative being adopted by Glee to highlight the impact we each have on the environment. Supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, the campaign seeks to demonstrate how a combination of small, individual changes can create a…
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DuraOcean® from LifestyleGarden® wins Best New Product award at SOLEX
The ground-breaking DuraOcean® from LifestyleGarden®, the world’s first commercially available range of outdoor furniture made from nets, ropes and plastic waste recovered from the world’s oceans, triumphed over stiff competition to win the coveted Best New Product award at SOLEX 2019. Judges…
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What can garden centres learn from supermarkets? Focusing on consumer retail psychology can unlock the secrets to higher sales
Supermarkets roll out a host of sophisticated techniques to encourage shoppers to part with their disposable income. From BOGOF (buy-one-get-one-free) deals to premium products strategically placed at eye level, every aspect of retail space dedicated to fast-moving consumer goods is engineered to…
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The magnificent GIMA team wing walk for Greenfingers Charity
On Armed Forces Day, from a private grass airfield steeped in military history, Vicky Nuttall, Mark Portman and Lowri Walker took to the skies over the beautiful Cotswolds countryside to raise money for Greenfingers Charity. Blessed with glorious weather, as spectators picnicked, the trio received…
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The ‘Let’s Explore’ Greenfingers garden opens at Richard House Children’s Hospice
The Greenfingers Charity was delighted to be joined by children, families and supporters at the official opening of the charity’s latest garden project at London’s first children’s hospice, Richard House, on Thursday 27th June 2018. Greenfingers Charity was delighted to be joined by…
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Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Apta
Retailers seeking products of the future and the latest in-store merchandising ideas need look no further than the Retail Lab at Glee. Now in its third year, this inspirational feature area, in association with the Horticultural Trades Association, is bursting with ideas. In fact, 61% of Glee’s…
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Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Ivyline
Retailers seeking products of the future and the latest in-store merchandising ideas need look no further than the Retail Lab at Glee. Now in its third year, this inspirational feature area, in association with the Horticultural Trades Association, is bursting with ideas. In fact, 61% of Glee’s…
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Sponsors line up to support the GIMA Awards 2019
With the 39th annual GIMA Awards less than a week away (July 4th, Celtic Manor), final preparations are now underway for what is set to be another glittering night of celebrations and networking. Each year the awards are kindly supported by a number of industry brands and organisations, together…
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The GIMA Awards judging is complete. Find out who wins on July 4th
Following a busy day of judging at Warwick Racecourse (20th June), where around 170 entries were considered, the winners of the 39th annual GIMA Awards have now been confirmed. However, the garden retail industry has to wait a few more weeks to find out who wins, when this year’s winners are…
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Greenfingers wing walkers set to take to the skies after technical glitch thwarts first charity attempt
Three daredevil souls from the garden retail industry have just days to overcome their fears before taking to the skies for an adrenaline-fuelled wing walk in aid of the Greenfingers Charity. The wingwalk, which had been due to take place earlier this month, was postponed after a technical glitch…
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Plants with wow factor and disease-beating busy Lizzies drive innovation at the 10th HTA National Plant Show
The 10th HTA National Plant Show proved to be the perfect platform to raise the profile of the hottest new horticultural innovations that will help retailers to grow planteria sales. Buyers looking for plants with wow factor cannot have failed to miss Agapanthus ‘Fireworks’ from Fairweather’s…
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Greenfingers opens new hospice garden at Claire House
The beautiful Greenfingers Charity ‘Garden of Colour’ has recently opened at Claire House Children’s Hospice (Bebington, Wirral - June 12th), providing a stunning sensory place of enjoyment and rest for those life-limited children and their families that call Claire House ‘home’. This…
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Glee preview: Glee 2019 set to showcase the future of garden retailing
As garden retailing continues to thrive, with double digit year-on-year growth, the future for our industry continues to look bright. One place where this optimism will shine through will be the forthcoming Glee exhibition (10th – 12th September, NEC Birmingham), where 550 plus suppliers will join…
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Join LifestyleGarden® at SOLEX to view its new 2020 ranges, setting new standards in design & sustainable business
The forthcoming SOLEX exhibition (9th – 11th July, NEC Birmingham) will offer the outdoor furniture and leisure industry its first opportunity to see LifestyleGarden®’s new 2020 ranges, all of which are setting the bar higher than ever when it comes to sustainable and responsible product design
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Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Scheurich
Retailers seeking products of the future and the latest in-store merchandising ideas need look no further than the Retail Lab at Glee. Now in its third year, this inspirational feature area, in association with the Horticultural Trades Association, is bursting with ideas. In fact, 61% of Glee’s…
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GIMA Charity Day enjoys a thriving 10th anniversary event
A successful day and night of fundraising was had by all who recently attended the 10th annual GIMA Charity Day, held at Telford Hotel and Golf Resort on 6th June. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2019, the event brought together garden industry suppliers and retailers, with 18 four ball teams…
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Eco-savvy consumers drive demand for on-trend grey landscaping materials as interior décor extends to outdoor rooms
Fashions come and go – and landscaping is no exception. Crazy paving and rockeries were big in the 1970s; patios became the focal point for chintzy garden furniture during the 1980s, while timber decking, gravel and water features soared in popularity in the 1990s as television makeovers…
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Material matters: LifestyleGarden® becomes synonymous with material innovation
For many retailers the LifestyleGarden® brand is recognisable by the quality of product it continues to deliver season after season. Driven by design, and changing consumer trends, LifestyleGarden® is a brand that responds and adapts to market demands. This need to adapt is clearly demonstrated by…
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Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Key Essentials
The Retail Lab is a key focal point for Glee – the beating heart of the industry, showcasing the best of what the future holds. Combining interactive content with inspirational product displays and tangible business advice, the Retail Lab has cemented itself as a thriving hub of inspiration and…
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Join the Glee Exhibitor Workshop
Confirmed exhibitors, both new and existing, are invited to join the forthcoming Glee Exhibitor Workshop (June 25th, Poplars Garden Centre in Toddington), where the team will be joined by leading retailers and partner agencies to help exhibitors maximise their time at the show. Recognising the…
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DLF Seeds channels investment into R&D to bring innovative new lawncare products to market
DLF Seeds, the company behind the Johnsons Lawn Seed brand, is channelling investment into research that will bring innovative new lawn seed and fertilisers to market, designed to meet the challenges posed by climate change. More than 10% of the workforce at DLF Seeds is employed solely in research…
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High demand expected for natural slug controls as metaldehyde disappears from store shelves in June
Sipcam, the company behind the ecofective® brand of natural plant protection products, is rushing to meet demand from retailers who are stocking-up on environmentally-friendly slug controls ahead of the metaldehyde slug pellet ban on 30th June. Many garden centres and DIY retailers have now…
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GIMA launches bespoke trends report, giving members an exclusive insight into the future
GIMA is set to launch a bespoke garden industry trends report at an exclusive new event for members. The presentation, which will act as a launchpad for the specially commissioned study, will arm suppliers with valuable tools to become market leaders in their sectors, rather than reacting to shifts…
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Vernon Kay to host 2019 GIMA Awards
Following in the footsteps of Stephen Mangan, Rufus Hound, Tim Vine, Russell Kane and Hal Cruttenden, it has been confirmed that Vernon Kay, star of TV and radio, will host the 39th annual GIMA Awards. Vernon has had a varied career, starting in the world of modelling before moving into TV with the…
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ecofective® highlights its bee-friendly plant protection range, ahead of World Bee Day’s focus on helping pollinators
As conservationists prepare to mark World Bee Day on 20th May, an initiative designed to highlight the global decline of vital pollinators, the ecofective® brand of natural plant protection products is revealing how its innovative range can help gardeners to tackle troublesome pests on flowers,
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The Great British Growing Awards to return to Glee 2019
Glee & leading consumer magazine, Grow Your Own, confirm continued partnership In an exciting move to help build Glee’s ongoing relationships with consumer media and their readers, it has been confirmed that Grow Your Own magazine will once again be bringing its annual Great British Growing Awards
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Final reminder – Entry to GIMA Awards 2019 to close soon. Don’t miss out!
Suppliers wanting to gain unrivalled market-wide recognition for their latest product innovation, marketing support or overall business acumen will want to take centre stage at the forthcoming GIMA Awards (4th July, Celtic Manor). However, time is running out, as the deadline for entering the 39th…
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Recreate Greenfingers Charity’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden
As the garden retail industry’s most beloved charity, Greenfingers’ inaugural presence at the forthcoming RHS Chelsea Flower Show is something we can all take great pride in. Here the charity reveals further details about its proposed planting scheme, something the charity is encouraging…
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GIMA members smash records as bumper spring sees consumers flock to garden centres
Members of the Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association (GIMA) are celebrating a spring sales bonanza, with suppliers fighting against the clock to meet demand from retailers. With garden centre sales up by 37% year-on-year in March alone, according to the Garden Centre Association’s Barometer…
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DLF’s Tasha Redman swaps lawn seed for lycra as athletic champion triumphs in Aquabike challenge
Move over Bradley Wiggins, step aside Tom Daley: the UK gardening industry has a new athletic champion. Tasha Redman, consumer customer service representative at DLF, the company behind Johnsons Lawn Seed, was crowned 14th in the world at Aquabike at the ITU Multisport World Championships in…
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Meet Torsi Wooldridge, winner of the inaugural Grass Roots Vlogger of the Year Award, supported by Johnsons Lawn Seed
Technology is revolutionising the way gardeners track down advice on growing flowers, fruit, vegetables and lawns. A technology-savvy generation is turning to YouTube and vlogging to share their passion for plants. When Johnsons Lawn Seed announced the winner of its first Grass Roots Vlogger of the…
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Woodlodge makes light work of boosting container sales by expanding easy-to-lift range of pots that appeal to consumers of all ages
Woodlodge is helping retailers to drive sales of containers by expanding its lightweight range of stylish, durable pots. These easy-to-move containers offer potential for fast category growth by appealing to younger consumers who demand instant effect for minimal effort, while also making gardening…
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The market is abuzz: garden retailers respond positively to LifestyleGarden®’s new Eden Project & DuraOcean® ranges
LifestyleGarden® is not a brand to do things by halves, which is why the company has kicked started the 2020 pre-season in style with not one, but two, true industry firsts. Here the company explains how the market has responded, and what it means for garden retailing in the coming seasons. The…
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Fashion for artificial lawns could harm garden industry’s green image, seed firm warns
Johnsons Lawn Seed has warned that reports of rising sales of artificial turf could damage the garden industry’s green image and undermine the sector’s efforts to reduce its dependency on unsustainable plastic. A report in The Daily Mail, headlined ‘As plastic plants get more realistic…
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Fashion for fake lawns will harm wildlife, increase flooding and leave our gardens drowning in non-recyclable plastic, seed firm warns
Johnsons Lawn Seed has hit back at national newspaper reports which claimed that sales of fake lawns are on the rise – and warned that covering soil in non-recyclable plastic flies in the face of the movement towards sustainable gardening. A report in The Daily Mail, headlined ‘As plastic…
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Woodlodge extends its prestigious Heritage Garden Pottery range, helping retailers to expand sales of this iconic collection of pots and planters
Woodlodge has expanded its flagship Heritage Garden range of classic containers, offering retailers additional opportunity to drive sales of pots and containers this spring. The Heritage Garden line-up, an iconic range with proven sales appeal, is inspired by traditional horticulture and the…
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Lawncare is a breeze with DJ Turfcare’s MO Bacter – the innovative organic lawn fertiliser that effortlessly tackles moss and banishes labour-intensive scarifying
Flick through the pages of gardening magazines at this time of year and chances are they’ll feature a step-by-step guide on getting lawns into shape. While some lawncare products have evolved beyond recognition in recent years, gardeners are still being advised to kill moss with sulphate of iron…
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A look ahead to Glee 2019
As the leading trade show for the garden and outdoor leisure sector, Glee is a key date in the calendar. With just five months to go until the doors open on the 2019 event (10th – 12th September, NEC Birmingham), the show’s organisers confirm that this year’s exhibition will be a bigger and…
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Sustainability matters: how LifestyleGarden® is setting a new standard for sustainable business
sustainability /səsteɪnəˈbɪlɪti/ noun 1. the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level. "the sustainability of economic growth" 2. avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance. "the pursuit of global environmental…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed unveils top tips to keep lawns looking lush if summer 2019 is another scorcher
Last year’s drought left lawns across the UK looking patchy and in need of TLC. Gardeners need not fear, however, as a few simple steps can rejuvenate tatty turf and green-up lawns in time for summer. Here, the UK’s leading lawn seed supplier, Johnsons Lawn Seed, shares its five-point action…
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2019 GIMA Awards judging panel confirmed
As the GIMA Awards gets set to celebrate its 39th anniversary in 2019 (July 4th, Celtic Manor), this year’s judging panel has been confirmed. Featuring buyers from both leading independent and multiple garden centres, DIY giants, and members of the trade and consumer media, this year’s…
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LifestyleGarden® launches DuraOcean®
The first commercially available ‘ocean plastic’ outdoor furniture range Our planet is facing a plastic pollution crisis. Each year we produce 300 million tonnes of plastic waste – that’s nearly the same weight as the entire world population. Predictions show that unless something is done to…
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Value of UK pet market set to hit £7billion by 2021 as millennials’ passion for pampering pets fuels demand for fashionable, luxurious accessories
Britain has always been a nation of animal lovers. Now, we’re an island of truly pampered furry friends – with animals no longer regarded as pets, but one of the family. Even in turbulent economic times, Brits are putting pets’ wellbeing before their own – and that’s music to the ears of…
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Date confirmed for GIMA Buyer Connect
Featuring buyers from Crocus, Wayfair & Haskins Garden Centres GIMA has announced Wednesday 29th May as the date of the next Buyer Connect session - featuring buyers from Crocus, Wayfair and Haskins Garden Centres. The speed networking event – to be held at the Royal Berkshire Conference Centre…
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Plants at Glee 2019 update
The horticultural heart of the exhibition, Glee Plants, showcases an extensive range of plants, trees and shrubs from UK and international suppliers. To date a host of brands – of all sizes – have confirmed their presence at the September show (10th – 12th September, NEC Birmingham), bringing…
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Real lawns clean the air, keep us cool in summer and help to prevent flooding, unlike artificial turf, says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Johnsons Lawn Seed is throwing the spotlight on key benefits that real lawns bring to the nation’s towns, cities and suburbs – as UK gardeners seek ways to make their plots more environmentally friendly. The company, established in 1820 and the oldest lawn seed brand in the UK, said lawns play…
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Join the Glee to Monte-Carlo Banger Rally
If you have a team of willing participants and a weekend spare, then the inaugural Greenfingers Glee to Monte-Carlo Banger Rally could be just what you are looking for. This exciting new event will see teams from across the industry pitch themselves against each other to travel from Glee at the NEC…
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GIMA Day Conference report: Dobbies, Disruption & Megatrends
The Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association’s AGM and Day Conference took place on 10th April at Ettington Chase Hotel, Stratford-Upon-Avon, with 60 members in attendance. With a packed agenda, the day tackled everything from how consumers are changing the face of retailing, to the impact of…
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GIMA Announces New Council
GIMA has announced the appointment of four new Council members following their appointment at the recent AGM, which took place on 10th April at Ettington Chase Hotel, Warwickshire. The four new members welcomed onto the council include Guy Jenkins from DLF, Jenny Douthwaite from Primeur, Martin…
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Metaldehyde ban? No problem! New ecofective® Slug Killer has the power to tackle munching molluscs
One of the leading eco-friendly pest control brands, ecofective®, has introduced a new slug killer to help gardeners protect flowers and vegetable plants from attack. Its launch is perfectly timed, as gardeners seek environmentally friendly alternatives to metaldehyde slug pellets ahead of the ban…
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Celebrating another thriving event: the garden industry digs deep for Garden Re-Leaf Day 2019
Garden Re-Leaf Day on Friday 22nd March was once again a success, as the garden industry and Greenfingers supporters came together to create a thriving day of activities and FUNdraising events. Whilst the final total is yet to be announced, it has been confirmed that over £50k has already been…
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GIMA Charity Day celebrates its 10th anniversary with the chance to win a car!
As the GIMA Charity Day (6th June, Telford Golf & Hotel Resort) celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2019, it has been confirmed that the annual event will offer even more excitement for participants thanks to a host of new team building and networking opportunities – plus the chance to win a
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LifestyleGarden® confirms exclusive new partnership with the Eden Project
In a true industry first, LifestyleGarden® has confirmed that the leading outdoor furniture brand will be working exclusively in partnership with the Eden Project, helping to further drive their common goal of promoting environmental responsibility and sustainability. This new partnership will see…
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Garden retail on track to power ahead in 2019 as industry defies gloomy outlook for Britain’s High Streets
Retail success stories seldom hit the headlines with the UK gripped by Brexit jitters – but the nation’s garden centres are riding on the crest of a wave. While Britain’s High Streets are facing economic headwinds that have seen big name retailers consigned to history, garden centres are…
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2018 Glee New Product Winners – where are they now?
The beating heart of Glee, the Glee New Product Showcase provides a one-stop-shop for all the latest product innovations from around the show. Each year 11 products are selected as winners by a panel made up of leading industry figures and gardening experts. Six months have now passed since the 201…
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Start experiencing the magic of Willow Wands with newly launched trade display units
The team behind the popular Willow Wand has unveiled its new self-contained trolley display units, perfect for helping retailers drive sales instore. Pre-loaded with 100 Willow Wands, in three sizes, the display unit has been designed to make it unbelievably easy for retailers to start selling…
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A thank you to the 2019 Garden Re-Leaf Day sponsors
As the garden retail industry makes final preparations for the forthcoming Garden Re-Leaf Day (Friday 22nd March), the event organisers – the Greenfingers Charity – would like to take a moment to thank this year’s amazingly generous sponsors. The Garden Re-Leaf Sponsored Walk & Cycle Challenge…
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GIMA AGM & Day Conference: Dobbies, Disruption & Megatrends
10th April, Ettington Chase, Warwickshire, CV37 7NZ The forthcoming GIMA AGM and Day Conference is set to focus on three main themes – Dobbies, Disruption and Megatrends, together offering an insightful view into the current garden retail landscape. Providing a full day’s schedule of thought…
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Glee invests in new app facility
In 2019, Glee joins the digital revolution with the launch of its new exhibition smartphone app, designed to provide an unrivalled matchmaking solution to help suppliers and retailers to get the most out of their time at the show. Developed in response to the industry’s desire for such a tool, the…
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Entry to GIMA Awards 2019 now open!
Considered by many within the garden retail sector to be the only awards event that really matters, the annual GIMA Awards will be returning for its 39th year later this summer (4th July, Celtic Manor), with another glittering night of celebrations. Entry to this year’s awards is now open – with…
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William Morris collection is right on trend as Victorian fashion extends from homes and takes root in the nation’s gardens
The launch of the William Morris collection by Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of garden pots, has introduced Victorian chic and timeless style to a new range of planters, on sale at garden centres across the UK. Introducing the William Morris collection – timeless style Inspired by British…
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Garden Connect renews webshop at Frosts Garden Centres
Garden Connect has launched the new webshop of Frosts Garden Centres, prior to the start of the 2019 Spring Season. The webshop is fully integrated with the OpSuite EPoS provided by DavRich. The new webshop, which can be found via www.frostsgardencentres.co.uk, reflects the new Frosts-brand. “It…
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LifestyleGarden®’s parent company, ScanCom (Vietnam), shortlisted for 2019 Sedex Award
ScanCom (Vietnam), the parent company of the market-leading LifestyleGarden® outdoor furniture brand, is celebrating this week as it has been confirmed as one of the shortlisted companies at this year’s Sedex Awards. Each year, the Sedex Awards celebrate the incredible efforts its members…
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Trixie joins Pets at Glee 2019 - Plus update on how Pets at Glee will develop in the year ahead
One of the world’s leading pet product suppliers, the German based Trixie, has confirmed it will be exhibiting at Pets at Glee in 2019, further cementing the show’s value for pet and garden retailers. Bringing with it over 40 years’ experience, world-wide knowledge of the pet market thanks to…
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Woodlodge helps retailers to inspire a new generation of gardeners with ‘virtual sales assistants’ to boost consumer confidence
Retailers have a handy new tool to help drive demand for container gardening with the introduction of ‘virtual sales assistants’ – expertly crafted POS that provides shoppers with the confidence to make informed purchases. Woodlodge’s inspirational and colourful POS boards will guide novice…
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Sponsored Walk & Cycle Challenge set to turn Buckinghamshire Green for Garden Re-Leaf Day
If you’re in Buckinghamshire on March 22nd then you might be surprised to find it’s being taken over by teams of intrepid walkers and bike enthusiasts, all taking part in a special sponsored endurance challenges to raise money for Beaconsfield based, Greenfingers Charity. Over 80 participants…
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Garden Re-Leaf Day – where does the money go?
In July 2011, Hillview Garden Store CEO and industry stalwart, Boyd Douglas-Davies announced the inaugural Garden Re-Leaf Day at the Garden Retail Awards in London. Now in its eighth year, Garden Re-Leaf Day is the biggest charity fundraiser in the garden industry’s calendar and has raised over…
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Greenfingers supporters are ‘winging it!’
Officially announced at the Garden Press Event (Feb 27th) it has been confirmed that three brave souls will be taking to the skies on June 2nd in aid of the Greenfinger Charity. However, this will be no ordinary flight! Each of the Greenfingers supporters will be strapped to the roof of a bi-plane…
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Gardeners must overseed and feed lawns this spring, to restore turf in time for summer – says Johnsons Lawn Seed
Johnsons Lawn Seed is warning that the nation’s lawns will need extra TLC this spring, if grass is to recover from the extreme conditions experienced during last summer’s heatwave and drought. The company, established in 1820 and the oldest lawn seed brand in the UK, is urging gardeners to take…
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Willow Wand set to cast a magic spell upon gardens
Gardeners up and down the country are pretending they’ve been to Hogwarts by creating a bit of magic in their own back yards, thanks to The Willow Wand, a piece of living art that gets better every year. Hardy Willow Wands are hand-crafted in the UK from nine living willow stems, each expertly…
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PR – a necessity or nice to have?
Picture the scene, you’ve closed your warehouse and a whole team of people have lost their job because of it. Before long you’ll have the local papers on the phone, and your inbox will be full of questions from the trade media wanting to know why the closure has happened and what you’ll be…
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Less than four weeks to go until Garden Re-Leaf Day – Sign up now!
There are now less than four weeks until Garden Re-Leaf Day on March 22nd. The event organisers have confirmed that plans for the industry’s biggest annual fundraiser are gathering momentum but those who haven’t signed up yet need not worry, there is still time to get involved! Walk or cycle…
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New triple action Super Smart Lawn Feed is the only product that gardeners need to revitalise tired lawns
In a UK first, Johnsons Lawn Seed is introducing an innovative triple action lawn fertiliser that feeds grass, enhances the natural colour of turf and boosts root growth – all using naturally-occurring ingredients. Super Smart Lawn Feed’s unique formula makes it the perfect one-stop solution for…
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Saddle up for charity with the Garden Re-Leaf Cycle Ride Challenge
Greenfingers Charity is inviting its supporters and others to put their pedal power to the test this spring by taking on the inspiring Cycle Challenge for Garden Re-Leaf Day. The cycle event, which was launched as part of the Garden Re-Leaf roster of events in 2018, is making its return in 2019…
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Eco-conscious and vegan gardeners re-enforce grow-your-own trend
The grow-your-own trend continues during 2019 as the nation’s gardeners seek out environmentally-friendly ways of growing healthy, pesticide-free produce with zero food miles. Eco-conscious gardeners are embracing the grow-your-own sector as society becomes more aware of where their food comes…
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Last chance to book for Sales Agency Law Seminar
20th February, 2019 | Horticulture House, Chilton GIMA and LOFA are urging interested parties to book their place at the forthcoming Sales Agency Law seminar (20th February) to avoid disappointment as places are going fast. This special one-day event is designed for suppliers currently working…
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Winners of the 2019 Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase Awards reveal how competing in the innovation challenge can put key products in front of influential industry buyers
The winner and runners-up in the Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase Awards have revealed how the event helped to champion their latest products, creating a platform that highlighted the best in innovation for the attention of influential retail buyers. The hotly contested awards, in…
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Sipcam urges retailers to stock up on natural slug and snail controls to meet demand ahead of metaldehyde ban
Leading supplier of natural and organic garden products, Sipcam, is urging garden retailers to stock up on its environmentally-friendly slug controls, to ensure stores can meet demand when the government’s ban on metaldehyde slug pellets comes into force this summer. The Department for…
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Exhibitors at second Glee at Spring Fair report high levels of orders as buyers from retail powerhouses and independents flock to NEC to do business
Business was booming at the second annual Glee at Spring Fair, with upbeat exhibitors reporting strong levels of orders and new leads at a key point in the spring sales season. Buyers from retail powerhouses such as Amazon, John Lewis and Robert Dyas, as well as representatives from garden centres…
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And the winners are….Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase winners confirmed
Yesterday (3rd February, NEC Birmingham) the second annual Glee at Spring Fair New Product Showcase Awards – in association with Garden Trade News - was the centre of much industry buzz as the ‘best in show’ were selected by a panel of industry experts, with the winners being celebrated in a
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Glee expands marketing team
Glee’s dedicated marketing team, responsible for the promotion of the leading garden, outdoor leisure and pet exhibition, has been expanded with the appointment of Grace Reilly, Grace joins the team as Senior Marketing Executive, and will help to develop Glee’s presence across both print and
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GIMA and LOFA to host joint seminar 'Sales Agency Law' at the HTA
New seminar to cover Sales Agency Law 20th February, 2019 | Horticulture House, Chilton GIMA and LOFA have just announced a new seminar for suppliers currently working with, or considering employing the services of, commercial sales agents. The half day event is to be held at the HTA on the…
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Painting pebbles craze inspires new outdoor play product
Toy Fair, Olympia, London | 22nd– 24th January 2019 Upper Hall Stand 325 Outdoor play Lookbook: https://ace.media/lookbooks/decopak/2l9/creative-outdoor-play Play sand, sledge and birdfeeder supplier Deco-Pak has launched a new product exclusively at the 2019 Toy Fair in London. This new…
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Greenfingers Charity ‘orse around’ at annual GCA Conference
Earlier this week (January 21st 2019) the garden retail sector came together for a day of ‘Orse Racin’ in aid of the Greenfingers Charity, helping to kickstart the annual GCA Conference. Taking place at Luton Hoo Hotel & Spa, over 40 people joined in the fun, with garden centres (Pansies) being…
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Garden centres urged to sign-up and support Garden Re-Leaf day on Friday 22nd March
Garden centres across the UK are being encouraged to take part in Garden Re-Leaf Day on Friday 22nd March and raise vital funds for the Greenfingers Charity, the national charity that creates magical gardens for children’s hospices. Last year’s event – the gardening industry’s equivalent of…
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Sipcam’s ecofective® brand poised to grow in 2019 with new additions to the Child & Pet-Safe range. Plus RHS Garden Care line-up is set to take retail market by storm
As the 2019 gardening season gets underway, Sipcam is expanding its product portfolio with new launches under its ecofective® brand. Through innovation, the launches will assist retailers to expand sales in key categories, as demand for natural and environmentally-friendly garden solutions…
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How are you going to sell your Christmas Grotto tickets in 2019?
The year just started, but Garden Connect is already thinking about Christmas: how are you going to sell your Grotto tickets this year? Selling tickets at the centre can be time-consuming, it’s difficult to monitor your capacity, and consumers don’t want to visit your centre just to buy a…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed on BBC news
Watch the full report on YouTube: youtu.be/-2VsgOaz5A8 Whilst many brands were wrapping up for the year, Johnsons Lawn Seed was stepping into the spotlight with a special feature on BBC news. The one-off report helped to not only highlight the Johnsons Lawn Seed brand, its world-class R&D…
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Glee at Spring Fair 2019: Find out more from Matthew Mein, Event Director
As the second annual ‘Glee at Spring Fair’ gets ever closer, the show’s Event Director, Matthew Mein, provides an update on what the industry can expect, and why garden retailers should make the event a ‘must attend’ part of their spring 2019 plans. Why Glee at Spring Fair – how does it…
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Braking report: benchmarking matters
Lumag - the leading brake friction material supplier – has revealed the results of its latest benchmarking exercise, where once again leading OES and aftermarket brands underperformed compared to Lumag’s own brand BRECK brake pads and discs. Testing the advanced LU 704 brake material in…
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Glee at Spring Fair exhibitors reveal plans for the 2019 event
With just weeks to go until the second annual Glee at Spring Fair event (3rd – 7th February, NEC Birmingham) the show’s exhibitors reveal what garden and gift buyers can expect to see from this thriving section of the exhibition. Woodlodge, the UK’s leading supplier of garden planters and…
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Content marketing: the next big thing in online marketing
The next big thing in online marketing is content marketing. Sharing knowledge and information helps to get more followers on social media, gain better Google rankings and ultimately attracts new customers to garden centres. Garden Connect is providing online marketing services to over 300 garden…
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GIMA Knowledge Exchange Workshop ‘Key Account Management’ -12th December, Horticulture House, Didcot, OX11 0RN
The final session in GIMA’s autumn/winter programme of Knowledge Exchange Workshops will be a special session entitled ‘Key Account Management’ taking place on 12th December. Places are filling up fast, so interested parties – both GIMA members and non-members – are invited to secure…
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Pets at Glee welcomes new team member
In a move to further advance Glee’s specialist Pets at Glee section, a dedicated team member has been recently appointed, helping to further cement Glee’s representation of the pet and pet accessory market. Joining the team will be Siobhan Smith. A seasoned exhibition professional, having…
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BLACK FRIDAY IN THE GARDEN CENTRE: DOES IT WORK?
Friday, November 23rd is Black Friday: a tradition that has drifted over from the United States, when people head out en masse after Thanksgiving to bargain-hunt. The media attention this attracts has also led to a boost in shopping in Europe: research conducted by Motivaction shows that, in 2017…
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Greenfingers Charity announce Big Gardening Raffle with National Garden Gift Vouchers
As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, Greenfingers Charity is delighted to announce an exciting, fundraising raffle, and is looking for FUNdraising heroes in the industry to help. The Big Greenfingers Garden Raffle, supported by National Garden Gift Vouchers, was announced at the prestigious…
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Andy Lees – Warehouse to MD: PG Automotive is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Lees as Managing Director
In this new role, Andy will take on the full responsibility for the leadership and development of PG Automotive’s existing recruitment business. He will play a key role in meeting the company's growth goals, as well as building on the firm's outstanding reputation for service and delivery to…
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Glee at Spring Fair – Jardinopia case study
Potty Feet witnesses rapid growth Having celebrated its first anniversary of trading at the recent Glee exhibition, Jardinopia – designers and manufacturers of the popular Potty Feet TM plant pot feet range – is reflecting on a year of significant growth which all started at Glee at Spring
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Working with Social Media Influencers
For suppliers and retailers in the garden industry, spend on celebrity endorsements and advertising campaigns can be difficult to justify, with social media no longer the cost-effective solution in reaching new customers. Another option, which the team at Hornby Whitefoot PR are currently…
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Woodlodge’s most successful year at Glee
Woodlodge’s phenomenal growth continued at Glee 2018 with the company smashing all targets from previous shows and resulting in an influx of orders with its product lines proving to be an instant hit with garden retailers. With a bigger and more spectacular stand in the heart of Hall 6, new…
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Book now: GIMA Knowledge Exchange Workshop ‘Finance for Non-Finance Managers’
21st November, Horticulture House, Didcot, OX11 0RN Forming part of an extensive programme of GIMA Knowledge Exchange Workshops will be the latest one-day session entitled ‘Finance for Non-Finance Managers’. Perfect for those without a finance background, this lively and interactive topic will…
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Shift to greener and safer products drives demand for Sipcam UK at Glee
Following increasing attention on glyphosate and the environment in the media, garden retailers are now needing, more than ever, to review their product offer to ensure they themselves are being responsible and the consumers are being given a clear greener/safer option on the shelf - this was never
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A generous Glee marks the start of Greenfingers Charity's 20th anniversary plans
Greenfingers celebrated the start of its 20th anniversary at this year’s Glee with some magnificent industry contributions, as well as unveiling some exciting plans for 2019. Support for Greenfingers’ precious work was a key focus at this year’s revitalised show with product partnerships…
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Revolution and evolution for Johnsons Lawn Seed
Leading lawn seed specialists Johnsons Lawn Seed surprised its customers with an expansion into lawncare with the launch of a never-before seen new product, a change in its sales team, major product improvements and news of an acquisition from parent company DLF. New products Johnsons Lawn Seed’s…
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Johnsons Lawn Seed see record autumn uplift
As a result of favourable temperatures across the UK in the last quarter of the year, Johnsons Lawn Seed has reported record breaking sales across its range. The UK’s most recognisable lawn seed brand has attributed the tripling in autumn demand amongst garden retailers, to the summer’s weather…
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The Great British Growing Awards to return to Glee 2019
Glee & leading consumer magazine, Grow Your Own, confirm continued partnership In an exciting move to help build Glee’s ongoing relationships with consumer media and their readers, it has been confirmed that Grow Your Own magazine will once again be bringing its annual Great British Growing
