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.

London Home Fragrance Show opens its doors

London Home Fragrance Show opens its doors

The London Home Fragrance Show launches this Summer, 9–10 July, as the UK’s first event created exclusively for the home fragrance sector — a dedicated stage designed to unite the entire supply chain. From brands and retailers to distributors and suppliers, the show establishes a new annual meeting place shaping the future of the industry. […]
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Opportunity for GA Members to Showcase at Shoppe Object New York 

Opportunity for GA Members to Showcase at Shoppe Object New York 

The Giftware Association (GA), in partnership with BATF International, is offering an exclusive opportunity for four of its members to showcase their products at Shoppe Object New York, taking place 2–4 August 2026.  This fully funded initiative has been designed to support UK brands in exploring and expanding into the lucrative US market by providing […]
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UK Father’s Day spending set to rise in 2026

UK Father’s Day spending set to rise in 2026

More UK consumers intend to celebrate Father’s Day this year through gifting, dining and other activities, although spending is forecast to remain restrained as they continue to take a cautious approach to discretionary purchases. A greater proportion of consumers are planning to spend the same or less than last year, according to GlobalData. u GlobalData’s latest […]
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The Puppet Company celebrates 25 years of fun with Hamleys

The Puppet Company celebrates 25 years of fun with Hamleys

The Puppet Company is taking centre stage at Hamleys Regent Street this summer with its first-ever dedicated window display, celebrating 25 years of puppets, imaginative play and family fun. Running from 11 June to 21 July, the installation transforms one of the world-famous Hamleys windows into a magical puppet-filled summer scene for visitors to discover […]
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GIMA launches Gardenex

GIMA to launch Gardenex – International trade service to unlock new international opportunities for members The Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association (GIMA) has announced the launch

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Message from the Mountain!

The Greenfingers Charity Kilimanjaro Challenge team has reached Day Six of its extraordinary journey to the summit of Africa’s highest mountain, with fundraising now standing

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GIMA takes Buyer Connect international with BOL marketplace debut

Following the integration of Gardenex into the GIMA portfolio, the association has confirmed its first international Buyer Connect event, in partnership with leading European marketplace ...
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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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