From celebrating new beginnings to immersing visitors in art and literature, the Show Gardens for the inaugural RHS Sandringham Flower Show have been unveiled. RHS Sandringham will be the Society’s first show at the royal estate, with several familiar faces exhibiting to mark the occasion. 100 Sweet Summers Designer: Kitti KovacsContractor:...
After a landmark year, The Outdoor Room has today acquired Felbridge-based Esse Landscapes. Marking a milestone year for the Guildford-based company, The Outdoor Room celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2025. The occasion was highlighted by multiple accolades, including recognition at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and the prestigious Grand Award at...
Landscape and garden design practice, Harris Bugg Studio scores a hat-trick of Civic Trust Awards for Horatio’s Garden Sheffield and East. Recognised for its accessibility, sustainability and civic value, the garden received a Civic Trust Award, the Selwyn Goldsmith Award for Universal Design, and the inaugural Special Award for Neuro-Inclusive...
Jack Skinner steps into the role of construction operations manager at Blakedown Landscapes. The appointment comes as part of Blakedown’s continued development of its leadership team. Skinner’s move into the role will see him continuing to build strong connections and delivering on some of Blakedown’s largest projects. Commenting on his new role,...
Celebrity supporters of the charity, Lady Garden Foundation, will be advocating for gynaecological health and awareness at RHS Chelsea Flower Show later this year. Designed by Darren Hawkes, the charity’s ‘Silent No More’ Garden aims to “break the silence and stigma” surrounding the five gynaecological cancers - vulval, ovarian, cervical, womb...
Stihl’s new ASA 140 battery-powered pruning shears have been designed with an “optimal user experience” in mind - for both right - and left-handed people. Created to deliver cutting solutions for vines and branches with a diameter of up to 45m, the new ASA 140 features a two stage adjustable opening blade width. Powered by a 36 V lithium-ion...
More than 130 projects created by 73 Horticultural Trades Association members have been shortlisted for the APL Awards 2027. After celebrating the winners of the APL Awards 2026 earlier this month, preparations are already underway for the 2027 event. The next stage of judging will begin after Easter - the judges are next year’s event are, Bob...
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) backs the new House of Lords Built Environment Committee’s New Towns: Creating Communities report. Findings from the report deliver “powerful endorsement” for the environmental horticulture sector, drawing reference to points made in the HTA’s written evidence on the subject. The association says the...
Turf and topsoil supplier Rolawn repositions BioScapes as the lead Group brand in response to the rising demand for nature-based solutions. BioScapes will be leading the Group brand, while Rolawn, Hallstone and newly announced BluWater Solutions operate as specialist sub-brands. The group says this realignment comes at a time the UK...
Heavy rainfall sees the return of normal water levels across England amidst weather whiplash. Despite a wet start to 2025, the country experienced its driest spring in over 100 years which led to a drop in water levels from March onward. With “significant” recovery only beginning in September 2025, East Anglia became the final area to...
Manchester’s Mayfield Park ushers in a new creative era with the unveiling of a vibrant new work of art. Created by local artist Callum Simmons — professionally known as Piicasa — the new artwork marks the launch of Create Mayfield, a new creative fund that invites artists from across the district to transform its public spaces. Coming in...
A new Government investment initiative could see struggling high streets across the country revitalised. As part of the Pride in Place strategy to reintroduce opportunities in neighbourhoods across England, a £310m investment is being launched in four distinct strands. High streets reinvigorated: A £301 million commitment to High Streets...
The city of Swansea has joined a global network focused on nature after being officially recognised as a Biophilic City. Following a joint application by Swansea Council, Natural Resources Wales and Swansea University, the city will now share learnings and best practice around the world. The recognition reflects the city’s long-term work to...
In a first-of-its-kind in digital solutions for the sector, Countrywide Grounds Maintenance launches a new Site Assessment Tool. Designed to equip organisations with the power to improve the management of their grounds with just a click, the new tool allows prospective and existing clients to: Efficiently measure their grounds online,...
Compass Pools by Waterstream publishes its latest Swimming Pool Trends Report, taking a look into how the UK pool design sector is evolving to meet changing needs. The report draws on research from 2k homeowners and recent installation data - it highlights a significant shift towards pools designed as integrated architectural features that...
