A resurgence of interest in domestic lawns coupled with the stay-at-home-culture arising from the Covid-19 pandemic is set to drive sales of lawn seed via DIY and hardware channels in 2021, according to Johnsons Lawn Seed – the UK’s oldest grass seed supplier. Continue reading
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Happy Compost – what’s new? The Greener Gardening Company unveils key sales drivers for 2021
When Happy Compost – a cutting-edge new brand of top performing peat-free growing media launched at Glee 2019, no-one could have predicted how demand for compost would skyrocket in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue reading
Mud, mud glorious mud! But not if you lay Primeur’s recycled rubber stepping stones
As the evenings draw in and the countdown to Bonfire night gets under way, the nation’s thoughts turn to celebrating traditional autumn festivities. With many firework displays cancelled this year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, gardens look set to be the focal point for family gatherings – but there’s no need to be spooked by a muddy mess in the run-up to Halloween. Continue reading
Fire & water – Woodlodge adds to its product line-up for 2021
Since the introduction of Woodlodge’s water feature and fire pit collections, retailers have been quick to secure stock thanks to the show-stopping displays, competitive price points and curated designs which offer mass appeal to consumers wanting to add personalised accents to their garden spaces. Now, as the 2021 season approaches Woodlodge confirms that a number of new designs have been added, further enhancing these popular ranges. Continue reading
Greenfingers Charity completes its 59th and 60th garden projects!
New garden spaces for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young people and Little Harbour Children’s Hospice
Following Hospice Care Week, there is no better time to announce that the Greenfingers Charity has completed its 59th and 60th garden projects at the Little Harbour Children’s Hospice (St Austell, Cornwall) and Rainbows Hospice for Children & Young People (East Midlands) respectively. Continue reading
Clear ‘N’ Collect combines functionality and sustainability for the most advanced rake yet!
The world of garden rakes has welcomed a new ‘face’ in the shape of the Clear ‘N’ Collect team. This new concept in garden rakes has been designed to simplify the task of collecting garden debris whilst also minimising the need to bend. Additionally, the range is helping to reduce reliance on virgin plastic material, instead utilising recycled car dashboards and waste electrical goods to create a truly unique material which will spark conversation amongst end-users and within the retail environment. Continue reading
Introducing Clear ‘N’ Collect – the brand new Multi-Purpose Garden Rake that makes raking, clearing and collecting garden debris a breeze
New product alert: multi-function tool is a gardeners’ dream come true
Great news for gardeners, bad news for chiropractors! A brand new three-in-one tool that effortlessly rakes, clears and collects leaves and garden debris has hit the market for the first time – banishing the labour-intensive, time-consuming chore of outdoor clear-ups. Continue reading
The birth of a brand: Woodlodge’s new Honey & Wild range to ignite sales of garden décor in 2021
The garden décor category is set to undergo a big transformation for 2021 with the launch of Woodlodge’s exciting new Honey & Wild range – a carefully curated portfolio with huge potential to drive sales thanks to its unique collection of fun, quirky garden products that are guaranteed to enhance any garden. Continue reading
Animal experts say yes to Dog Rocks’ natural lawn burn solution
A unique rock all the way from Australia has won the confidence of veterinary experts on opposite sides of the world, thanks to its impressive ability to prevent the unsightly burn marks on grass often caused by dog urine. Continue reading
Supporter shout-out: Greenfingers thanks Evergreen Garden Care for its ongoing support
The Greenfingers Charity welcomes support from all corners of the garden retail sector, with many retailers and suppliers pulling together to help raise much needed funds. One such supplier is Evergreen Garden Care, which has once again dug deep to help Greenfingers build even more treasured garden spaces at children’s hospices across the country. Continue reading
Woodlodge taps into trend for wildlife gardening with expansion of its Bee Kind range of containers
As public concern escalates over global pollinator decline and gardeners seek to transform their plots into wildlife-friendly havens, Woodlodge is extending its popular Bee Kind range of containers to draw attention to the plight of much-loved but endangered insects. Continue reading
Neudorff is a finalist in the German Sustainability Award
The German Sustainability Award is one of the most important awards of its kind in Europe. On September 24th, 2020, the expert jury announced the finalists of this year’s nominations. Neudorff, manufacturer of environmentally friendly products for plant care and natural gardening, will enter the finals in the category “Transformation Resources”. Continue reading
Meet Carina Evans – wife, mother, farmer, adrenaline junkie & the new face of natural pet care
Introducing Carina Evans
To look at Carina Evans, you would never guess the multiple layers that make this woman the powerhouse that she is. With her petite frame and open demeanour, you’d be forgiven for thinking of her as quiet and unremarkable. Think again; just a few minutes in her company and you will be swept away in the whirlwind that is her every day, from managing a £2.5million business, volunteering in the British Army, tobogganing training (yes really), managing a small holding and taking care of her family. In this article we take a look at just what makes her tick. Continue reading
Hygeia’s Nature Safe range extended with introduction of new Probiotic
Launched to the garden retail market in 2019, Hygeia’s Nature Safe range has proven popular thanks to its commitment to delivering products that provide eco and vegan-friendly, organic, and chemical-free solutions for common gardening jobs. Now, ahead of the 2021 gardening season, Hygeia has further expanded this benchmark setting range with the introduction of Nature Safe Probiotic. Continue reading
Woodlodge’s Root Indoor portfolio to grow for 2021 as consumers transform their homes into design-led sanctuaries
With the pandemic prompting consumers to transform their properties into stylish sanctuaries as they spend increasing amounts of time living and working from home, Woodlodge is announcing a perfectly timed expansion of its Root Indoor range of pots, pot covers and design-led accessories ahead of the 2021 season. Continue reading