Garden Centre Retail

23/10/2025

J. Parker’s recently hosted its first-ever community event at the Daisy Nook garden centre, marking a new chapter in its mission to connect with local gardeners and support meaningful causes.
The event featured a thought-provoking talk by renowned horticulturist Frances Tophill.

https://www.gardencentreretail.com/frances-tophill-daisy-nook-launch/

23/10/2025

The Fragrance House Group has announced the launch of its new trade website, designed to make it faster and simpler for retailers to discover, order and restock across the Group’s portfolio of brands.

Built for speed, clarity and convenience, the platform brings together the entire collection in one place, with modern navigation and always-up-to-date product information.

More: https://www.gardencentreretail.com/fragrance-house-group-trade-website/

23/10/2025

Water is one of our most precious resources, and one that is increasingly under pressure. With climate change intensifying drought conditions, bills rising, and consumers demanding more sustainable practices, garden centres are uniquely positioned to make a difference.

These vibrant hubs of horticulture and hospitality rely heavily on water, yet many are only just beginning to understand how to use it more wisely.

Enter Waterwise, the UK’s leading authority on water efficiency. We spoke with Jo Osborn, Head of Policy and Research, to explore how garden centres can reduce waste, improve efficiency, and future-proof their businesses, without compromising on quality or customer experience.

https://www.gardencentreretail.com/being-water-wise/

23/10/2025

September's Garden Centre Association Barometer of Trade shows a ‘strong start to Christmas sales’ and some ‘encouraging’ figures.

From the 13 categories logged by member garden centres, 10 were positive, when compared to 2024, with clothing in the top spot at +12.89%.

Read more: https://www.gardencentreretail.com/gca-bot-strong-christmas-sales/

22/10/2025

In today’s retail landscape, values matter more than ever. Consumers are no longer just buying products, they’re buying into brands.

They want to know that the businesses they support are aligned with their own beliefs, whether that’s sustainability, community investment, or social impact.

For garden centres across the UK, this shift presents a powerful opportunity: to partner with charities in ways that are not only meaningful but mutually beneficial.
https://www.gardencentreretail.com/purpose-driven-partnerships/

22/10/2025

A new report from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has revealed the immense value of the UK’s 22 million domestic gardens, highlighting their critical role in supporting national health, climate resilience, biodiversity, and economic growth.

Read more, and download the report, here: https://www.gardencentreretail.com/value-of-gardens-hta-report/

22/10/2025

Each year, millions of plastic pens are used and discarded, most ending up in landfill, where they can take thousands of years to decompose.

But what if there was a greener, more inspiring alternative? Especially one that would fit a garden centre's product offering?

Read more: https://www.gardencentreretail.com/plantable-pencils-sustainable-alternative-plastic-pens/

21/10/2025

Werther’s Original: A Sweet Classic for Garden Centre Shoppers

Garden centres are more than retail spaces, they’re destinations for leisure, relaxation and community.

With over half of UK garden centre shoppers aged 55 and above this audience values products that connect with their personal history and offer simple pleasures.

Werther’s Original fits seamlessly into this environment. Whether stocked near checkouts (with sugar free options), in café areas or alongside seasonal gift displays, it offers a low-cost, high-recognition product that encourages impulse purchases.

https://www.gardencentreretail.com/werthers-original-a-sweet-classic-for-garden-centre-shoppers/

Werther’s Original Butter Candy has been delighting sweet lovers since 1903. Known for its smooth, creamy texture and rich buttery flavour

21/10/2025

As of 20 October 2025, Garden Centre Retail will be a fully digital media outlet for the UK’s garden centre industry.

Previous head of content Joe Wilkinson has completed a management buy out of the brand from former owners The 44 Group and having been part of the team on the brand since its inception in 2014, is in a perfect position to continue using the knowledge gained to revolutionise the Garden Centre Retail brand.

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As of 20 October 2025, Garden Centre Retail will be a fully digital media outlet for the UK’s garden centre industry.

13/11/2023

The Retail Trust’s respect retail campaign is being launched during the annual Respect for Shopworkers Week (13-19 November) this year, which was founded by the shopworkers’ trade union Usdaw and is now supported by a wide range of retail stakeholders.

Staff from over 200 retailers, including Tesco, H&M, Co-op and John Lewis, have spoken out against the shocking wave of assaults and theft that is making them feel unsafe, anxious and likely to quit the industry.

The new research by the charity for UK retail workers the Retail Trust revealed attacks on shop staff are worsening amidst rising levels of in-store crime.

The new research by the charity for UK retail workers the Retail Trust revealed attacks on shop staff are worsening amidst rising levels

03/11/2023

Retailers are helping consumers live more sustainable lives despite cost-of-living challenge.

The BRC’s Climate Action Roadmap Showcase celebrates the best sustainability initiatives by retailers, showing how the industry is working

02/11/2023

The latest GRIDSERVE Electric Retail Hub has opened at Dobbies Leicester, as part of a long term partnership between the charging company and garden centre to increase the number of High Power charging locations across the UK.

The latest GRIDSERVE Electric Retail Hub has opened at Dobbies Leicester, as part of a long term partnership