Garden Centre Buyer is the UK garden centre trade magazine for buyers, managers and suppliers. We cover garden centre news, product launches, trade shows, supplier announcements and horticultural retail trends across the UK garden retail industry.

UKPackaging Expo 2026 unfolds

UKPackaging Expo 2026 unfolds

The second edition of UKPackaging Expo is set to unfold on November 10th and 11th 2026 at the Convention Centre at KingsDock, Liverpool. It follows a successful launch event held at Manchester Central last year, which proved to be an exceptional business networking and trade hub, designed to serve the vibrant and diverse packaging industry […]
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INDX Gift Edit: Exhibitor Reveal

INDX Gift Edit: Exhibitor Reveal

Unwrap INDX Gift Edit, the new Midlands destination trade show for 2026, launching at Cranmore Park 19 May 2026. Presenting a perfectly packaged partnership with the British Craft Directory and the Giftware Association, the show will bring a wealth of gifting inspiration with a commercially curated product showcase spanning British Made, Food & Drink, Homeware, Fashion Accessories, Stationery, Toys, Artisan Crafts, plus much more… Show […]
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Watch the Retail Makeover Mission!

Watch the Retail Makeover Mission!

Retail marketplace Autumn Fair has launched the latest episode of its Retail Makeover Mission, showcasing the transformation of independent retailer OSO Boutique in Salisbury, led by retail expert Deryane Tadd, founder of award-winning boutique The Dressing Room in St Albans. Following hundreds of inspiring applications from independent retailers across the UK, two businesses were selected […]
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Giftware Association takes industry concerns to the Bank of England

Giftware Association takes industry concerns to the Bank of England

The Giftware Association has joined the Bank of England and a coalition of UK trade associations this week as part of the Genesis Initiative, presenting new evidence on trading conditions and confidence across the gift, home and stationery sector. Alongside organisations including The Greeting Card Association, the meeting brought together industry voices to highlight current […]
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IPM Flower Stage for blooming inspiration

Trade visitors to IPM ESSEN from 27 to 30 January 2026 will be able to experience floral inspiration, creative concepts and floral trends up close ...
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Natural Christmas Trees will be showcased at Christmasworld 2026

Christmasworld will shine a spotlight on natural Christmas trees for the first time in 2026, setting an example for sustainability and regionality. In cooperation with ...
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Premiere for Young Entrepreneurs Day at IPM ESSEN 2026

The generational shift in the German horticultural sector is in full swing. Young entrepreneurs today face major challenges – from economic transformation and a shortage ...
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