Garden Re-Leaf Day has long been an integral date in the garden retail calendar – a moment when the season truly begins and the industry comes together for a shared purpose. On Friday 20th March 2026, supporters from across the UK will once again unite to create a magical day of activity, colour and community, all while raising vital funds for the Greenfingers Charity.
Each year, Garden Re-Leaf Day brings together suppliers, garden centres, teams and individuals, all passionate about making a difference. From early morning starts to muddy boots and smiling faces, the event perfectly captures the generous spirit of the industry – and this year promises to be no exception.
Returning by popular demand, the much-loved sponsored walks will once again take centre stage. Hundreds of fundraisers are expected to take on the challenge across two inspiring routes, the first being the long-established South Walk, which will once again start and finish at Tring Garden Centre in Hertfordshire, whilst the North Walk continues to find its home in the Holme Valley, beginning and ending at The Pickled Pheasant. Both routes will take in spectacular countryside and, in the north, the beautiful landscape surrounding the Peak District National Park.
Garden centres will also play a starring role, with one of the biggest – if not the biggest ever – contingents expected in 2026. Both Blue Diamond and British Garden Centres have pledged their support, with a wide range of activities planned to keep customers engaged over the Garden Re-Leaf weekend. From plant sales and quizzes to curry nights and creative fundraising events, many more garden centres are set to join in as plans continue to take shape.
But Garden Re-Leaf Day isn’t just for those hosting in-store events. Whether you’re celebrating on your own, with colleagues or as part of a wider team, there are endless ways to get involved. Pull on your boldest floral shirt for a fabulous day of flowers in the office, host a bake sale, organise a car wash, dance party or face-painting session, or organise your own challenge. Whatever you choose, the message is simple: have fun, get involved and fundraise your way.
Since its launch, Garden Re-Leaf Day has raised over £1 million for the Greenfingers Charity, helping to create more than 70 therapeutic gardens in children’s hospices across the UK. In 2025 alone, five new gardens opened their gates, a fitting way to mark the charity’s 25th anniversary and a powerful reminder of what the industry can achieve together.
