Studio Egret West has submitted a planning application for the remaining 16 acres of the Battersea Power Station regeneration. The application, which revises the original masterplan put together by Rafael Viñoly, proposes up to 3.2 million sq ft of residential, commercial and leisure space across 16 acres, the future phases of Battersea Power...
As the dust begins to settle after the hottest summer on record, public parks reveal how they are dealing with the UK's changing climate. Even the most dedicated sun lovers are breathing a sigh of relief as the UK recovers from its hottest summer on record - but it's not just people that were suffering. The extreme weather has taken a toll on the...
The Royal Horticulture Society (RHS) has launched a new research project, the Future of National Gardens (FNGG) Green Skills Group, exploring the future of the horticultural workforce. The study will investigate emerging workforce requirements, identify skills gaps and look at the barriers behind them, helping to shape future qualifications,...
Pro Landscaper and FutureScape have been announced as the latest BALI Chalk Fund champions. Operating nationally, the Chalk Fund supports students studying landscape, horticulture and garden design at land-based colleges and universities from Level 2 upwards. Its Student of the Year Awards provide financial awards and industry recognition to...
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) joined political and industry leaders at a business reception during the Labour Party Conference on 29 September 2026. Enterprise Forum in partnership with the HTA, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA), the event at Love...
Wyevale Nurseries has announced the appointment of David Williams as its new production development manager as part of the company's investment in future growth and innovation. The newly created role will support the nursery's growing operations, sustainable production techniques and long-term development. Andy Johnson, managing director of...
The Royal Parks charity has released its very first Horticulture Vision, set to reimagine the eight Royal Parks across London reflective of a changing climate. Led by head of horticulture and landscape strategy, Matthew Pottage, the Vision identifies Central London's heat island effect, and how the parks can be tailored into resilient spaces with...
The winners of Pro Landscaper 30 Under 30: The Next Generation, in association with Stihl, 2026 have been announced. Back in 2015, the initiative was launched to recognise people from across the industry aged 30 or under for their impressive achievements and bold ambition. Now in its 12th year, we've already celebrated 330...
AsterSketch, a new planting design platform, has been unveiled to landscape and garden professionals as a tool to connect design, research and presentation. At its heart, the Living Plant Model™ is a plant database and design engine build around an initial library of more than 10,000 plants. AsterSketch has been designed to work with multiple...
Plans for the University of Cambridge's new mixed-use neighbourhood, Eddington, has been approved. Grant Associates has worked closely with the University of Cambridge Estates Division to develop the landscape strategy as part of a multidisciplinary team led by HawkinsBrown. More than one third of the development will be retained as green and...
This weekend, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is unveiling a new landmark at RHS Garden Bridgewater in Salford, Greater Manchester. The Yangzhou Scholars' Garden is the new centrepiece of the seven-acre Chinese Streamside Garden. More than eight years in the making, the garden is the result of an ambitious international collaboration of...
The Value of Green Spaces report has been launched at Horticulture, The Conference, hosted by the Horticulture Trades Association (HTA). The report, which stands within the HTA's Value series, following The Value of Gardens (2023) and The Value of Plants (2023), analyses the economic, environmental and health contribution of environmental...
Pro Landscaper has crowned the winners of its latest initiative, Most Influential Technology Providers. These new awards recognise the software platforms, digital tools and innovators helping landscape professionals work more efficiently, deliver better results and grow their businesses. From design...
The second stage of Selfton Council's consultation into the regeneration of the Town Hall Gardens in Southport have begun. A £10m investment regeneration project for the site was announced last June after the gardens became a key focal point for the community following the tragic events that happened in July 2024. Funded by the UK government, the...
Wildlife charity People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is urging volunteers across the UK to record sightings of wild mammals in green spaces in its Living with Mammals survey. The public are urged to record species such as foxes, hedgehogs and squirrels in spaces such as private gardens, public parks and other green spaces from September...
