Colour boost from DLF wild flower seeds
In order to meet with the increasing demand for conservation mixtures, DLF Seeds have announced expansions to the Pro Flora wild flower seeds and Colour Boost amenity flower collections, in two brand...
View ArticleSearch for the best ornamental growers
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has launched its search to find the UK’s best ornamental growers. The Ornamental Grower of the Year awards will recognise and celebrate best practices in...
View ArticleA look to horticulture in 2030
Expert speakers at Horticultural Trade Association conference to share 2030 industry insights A host of experts including horticulture industry speakers and British explorer, journalist and TV...
View ArticleHTA bolsters senior leadership team
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has appointed Fran Barnes as its Chief Executive, following the recent appointments of Directors of Public Affairs and Marketing. Fran Barnes joins the HTA...
View ArticlePlants suffered suggest Extreme Heat Survey
Results from the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) Extreme Heat Survey conducted in July after the record-breaking heatwave this summer (2022) show that plants across the country suffered damage....
View ArticleGarden design sketch course
The Yorkshire School of Garden Design is launching an expertly-led aspirational course to equip budding garden designers with the skills to express their vision through the medium of drawing. From 11th...
View ArticleBarrus and RocketGro partner up
Leading garden tools & accessories supplier, Barrus, and UK manufacturer of peat-free sustainable compost & plant feeds, RocketGro have joined forces. Under the terms of the partnership,...
View ArticlePerennial impact report calls for action from industry
Perennial calls on the horticulture industry to help sustain its community after the charity experiences a steep increase in the need for its support. With Perennial’s impact on people’s lives revealed...
View ArticleChrysanthemum Space Age makes a comeback
Bos Bloemen will start supplying spray Chrysanthemum Space Age – it’s orange colour is the perfect flower to kick off autumn Perfect autumn flower Bos Bloemen, the ‘s-Gravenzande-based grower, has a...
View ArticleGrower of the Year
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced the winners of the 2023 Grower of the Year Awards. The Awards, now in their second year, were announced at the HTA’s annual conference,...
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Key supplier to £3.5m project
Wildflower Turf Ltd has recently been nominated as a key supplier by Cornwall Council as part of the council’s Green Infrastructure for Growth (GI4G) project. The Hampshire-based wildflower experts are...
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Plant Pyramid returns to BBC Gardeners’ World Live
The Plant Pyramid, supported by Peter Seabrook, returns to the Floral Marquee at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2019 at Birmingham’s NEC this June, with four new satellite pyramids. The Pyramids play host...
View ArticleCovergreen available with Provender Nurseries
Provender Nurseries have joined with Covergreen® to become the principal supplier of Covergreen® ready to use plant mats in the south east. Covergreen® is widely used in Europe by landscape...
View ArticleGarden centres to reopen
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the stages that are being set up for easing the UK out of lockdown. Part of these measures includes allowing garden centres to reopen across the country – the...
View ArticleHow to relocate plants from house to garden
Spring is the time for green-fingered folk to make the most of a blooming spring and a great British summer in the garden. Nico Hill, gardening expert from leading plant medium and growing brand CANNA...
View ArticleGuide to dog-friendly plants for the garden
Some plants contain toxins that can cause several problems for dogs, such as diarrhoea or vomiting. Here, experts at tails.com have created a guide to dog-friendly plants that won’t harm our furry...
View ArticlePlant donations bring cheer to Yorkshire charities
Plant nursery Johnsons of Whixley brings joy to Yorkshire charities by offering plant donations to these worthy causes as part of its 100th birthday celebrations. Marking its centenary in June 2021,...
View ArticleGarden tips to help save the bees in Britain
Horticulture specialists LazyFlora.com have compiled a bee-saving guide to encourage green-fingered homeowners to protect these important insects. Brits are being urged to make their gardens more...
View ArticleSir Tom memorial – a tribute from a landscaping firm and nursery suppliers
Harrogate Landscaping firm, Ray Skelton (Harrogate) Ltd and Yorkshire nursery Johnsons of Whixley have recently helped create a touching memorial for a national hero and fundraiser Captain Sir Tom...
View ArticleA short history of flowers
Have you ever wondered where your favourite garden flowers came from? Where their names are derived from? Or why some cultivars go in and out of favour? A Short History of Flowers takes you on a tour...
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