by Rachael Forsyth | 03 Sep 26 | Commercial Landscaping, Domestic Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance, Insight, News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has published a new State of the Nation report which sets out to provide a temperature check on market mood and sentiment. The research looks to establish current demand and what impact wider geopolitical impacts are having on the sector.
When looking at forecasts that were set out in last year’s survey, it’s positive to see that 2025 actuals outperformed those expectations.
The results of the 2026 survey were presented at the Premium Plus Landscaping Leadership Forum which took place across two days at Old Thorns Hotel & Resort on 2-3 July 2026.
Bringing together businesses across the sector and the supply chain, the event looked to create a networking and learning space for leaders and their teams.
Speakers throughout the day included John Wyer, chief executive at Bowles & Wyer, Jennifer Pheasey, director of policy & public affairs at HTA, Aidan Bell chief executive of idverde, Ian Phillips, chair of the Landscape Institute’s Policy and Public Affairs Committee, Ben Butler, senior policy manager, Federation of Small Businesses, Jacob Berry, managing director, Refined Landscapes and Lawrence Stubbings, actor, coach and associate director at Talik & Co.
The State of the Nation report brings together full analysis for the market plus breakdowns by commercial, residential and supply chain as well as industry commentary from the Landscaping Leadership Forum outlining key takeaways for the sector.
To download the new report, The Pro Landscaper Premium Plus’s State Of The Nation Report, click here.
by Holly Chapman | 28 Aug 26 | News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has announced the first wave of speakers for its fringe events, in association with Wyevale, at FutureScape this year.
Richard Sperber, former managing partner at Sperber Landscape Companies and Lee Webster, managing director of Wrights Landscapes Ltd, will bring national and international perspectives on “Scaling up… Learning from Leaders,” a networking dinner and reception taking place on 12 October from 4pm – 6pm.
We’re also pleased to welcome Wayne Grills, chief executive of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI), Dr. Saira Ali, president of the Landscape Institute and Kersten Catella, sales and marketing director, who will lead the discussion in the big debate – an industry briefing, “Wellbeing, public health, sustainability, biodiversity, enhanced asset value, landscape led – are losing focus and impact of our value?” taking place on 13 October from 12pm – 1pm.
More speakers are yet to be announced. Take a look at the full programme of fringe events here.
Those purchasing a ticket before 4 September will receive a £50 saving.
For more information and to book, visit: Pro Landscaper Premium Plus – FutureScape 2026.
by The Pro Landscaper Team | 26 May 26 | News
People from across the entire industry, from garden designers to landscapers and suppliers, are being urged to take part in the State of the Nation industry research survey.
With submissions closing on Saturday 31 May, the research will be utilised in creating key industry insight that can be used to prioritise and realise growth opportunities alongside navigating challenges.
Day one of the recently announced Landscaping Leadership Forum, hosted by Pro Landscaper Premium Plus, will include the unveiling of the survey. Those taking part will be in the chance of winning one of three complimentary tickets to the forum. Find out more information on the 2-day event in June: Landscaping Leadership Forum.
Taking approximately 10 minutes to complete, the survey can be accessed here.
by Holly Chapman | 12 May 26 | Community Highlights, News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has announced the return of its Landscaping Leadership Forum, which will take place across two days this year at Old Thorns Hotel & Resort on 2-3 July 2026.
The annual event brings together businesses across the sector and the supply chain to create a networking and learning space for leaders and their teams. Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has announced the initial speakers heading to the event, with more to come.
Attendees will hear from the following speakers:
Aidan Bell, chief executive, idverde UK
David Dodd, owner and managing director, The Outdoor Room
Danny Clarke, engagement director, CITB
Jennifer Pheasey, director public affairs and policy, Horticultural Trades Association (HTA)
Ben Butler, senior policy manager, Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)
Larry Stubbings, associate director, Talik & Co
Paul New, partner, Azets
Phil Jones, founder and managing director, Appletree Bay Consultancy Ltd
Dr Saira Ali, president elect, Landscape Institute
Day one will include the unveiling of the State of the Nation industry research survey, which is now open, and can be completed here, to the entire landscaping industry. Those taking part will be in the chance of winning one of three complimentary tickets to the Landscaping Leadership Forum.
The day will continue with talks from business experts as well as a drinks reception and networking dinner with a guest speaker.
Day two will host the iconic Pro Landscaper Golf Challenge, last year finishing with Wildflower Co. finishing on top.
Read more about the Forum inside the event guide, available here.
Taking approximately 10 minutes to complete, the State of the Nation 2026 industry research will close on 23 May.
For more information on event tickets, please contact will.williams@eljays44.com or call 01903 959390. Those purchasing a ticket before 22 May will receive an early bird discount of £50.
by Holly Chapman | 10 Feb 26 | Community Highlights, News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has revealed the final list of speakers coming to its Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution conference, with just two weeks to go until the big day.
Taking place in London on 25 February 2026, Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution will provide the insight and space to bring together key stakeholders for transparent conversations and connections. The conference will set out approaches needed so the sector can deliver the green spaces needed that will be at the heart of the housebuilding and placemaking revolution.
The full list of speakers is as follows:
Phil Mayall
Managing director, Muse
Andrew Taylor
Group planning director, Vistry Group
Nathan Webster
Lead landscape architect, Wrights Landscape
Meg Carter
Regional director local government, AtkinsRealis
Simone Wilding
Chief planner, Bristol City Council
Joel Wildgoose
Principal design manager, Domis Construction
Paul Lynch
Managing director, Elmtree Landscapes Ltd
Andy Roberts
Urban design director, Planit-ie
Alison Ogley
Partner, Freeths LLP
Wayne Grills
Chief executive, British Association of Landscape Industries
Simeon Shtebunaev
Senior researcher, Social Life
Gareth Dillon
Managing director, NT Killingley
Sue Riddlestone
Chief executive and co-founder, Bioregional
Chris Blaisdale
Business development director, Wright Landscapes
Liz Nicholson
Managing director, Nicholsons
Kersten Catella
Sales and marketing director, Wyevale
Julia Boulton
Joint managing director, Beth Chatto Gardens
Chris Blaisdale
Business development director, Wright Landscapes
Sam Paul
Studio director, Planit-IE
Scott Chalmers
Head of green infrastructure, Urban & Civic Plc
Samer Bagaeen
Professor and head of school of planning, University of the Built Environment, technical director at Arcadis and RTPI vice president
An event guide can be found here.
Purchase tickets for the Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution here.
by Holly Chapman | 28 Nov 25 | Community Highlights, News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has announced its newest conference, Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution, will cover the landscaping opportunities alongside the government’s ‘build baby build’ commitments.
‘Build baby build’ is the UK Government’s commitment in delivering 1.5 million homes in the next 5 years and an integral part of the Plan for Change.
With developments expected across brownfield sites; a huge opportunity beckons the landscaping sector.
“There has been much discussion about this across the industry, so we have developed the event programme to bring together key stakeholders that need to be involved to realise and deliver the ambition,” explains divisional director, David Griffiths.
Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution will provide an opportunity to bring together key stakeholders for transparent conversations and connections.
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus invites landscapers, architects, landscape architects, grounds maintenance contractors, masterplanners, local authority planners, ecologists, developers, industry associations and suppliers to the event.
The conference is also offering an early bird discount whereby you could save £100 if a space is booked before 20 December. There is an additional 25% saving alongside another colleague.
Purchase tickets for the Landscaping the Housebuilding Revolution here.
by Holly Chapman | 03 Oct 25 | FutureScape News, News
The full list of speakers have been announced for Vision 2035 – Industry Leadership by Pro Landscaper Premium Plus set to take place at FutureScape at Excel London.
The programme kicks off with industry leaders sharing key learnings from the past in “what should we do differently?” on 7 October at 10am.
Attendees will then get the opportunity to collaborate through industry briefings and workshops around some of the big conversations such as biodiversity net gain (BNG), climate change and AI and the consequences on businesses and the industry.
The event concludes with a landscaping leadership panel with leaders sharing their perspectives on evolution and actions needed as they image the industry for 2035 and beyond.
The itinerary and full list of speakers are as follows:
Tuesday 7 October
10:00am -11:00am
“What should we do differently?”
Phil Jones, founder, The Appletree Consultancy
Angus Cunningham, founder, Scotscape
Andrew Corcoran, operations director, Glendale
Jim Wilkinson, former managing director, Eljays44
Paul Cowell, managing director, PC Landscapes
Industry briefs and workshops
11:00am – 12:45pm
The Landscape of the Future – BNG, Climate Change, what are the key considerations when creating great spaces for 2035 and beyond
Nick White, principal net gain advisor, Natural England
Dr. Saira Ali, City of Bradford, Metropolitan District Council and president elect Landscape Institute
Sam Bower, head of sustainability: natural environment, Balfour Beatty
Kersten Catella, sales and marketing director, Wyevale Nurseries
2:30pm – 4:30pm
What will an AI-powered business look like in 2035?
Amit Patel, head of professional practice for construction and infrastructure, RICs
Puneet Jindal, global AI centre of excellence leader, Boston Consulting Group
Alistair Bayford, managing director, Frosts Construction
Wednesday 8 October
10:30am – 12:15am
Landscaping Leadership – Reimagining our industry for 2035 and beyond…
Aidan Bell, managing director, UK & Ireland, idverde
Carolin Göhler, president, Landscape Institute
Alistair Bayford, managing director, Frosts Construction
As well as registering for a free ticket to FutureScape, purchase an additional pass for the Pro Landscaper Premium Plus Vision 2035 – Industry Leadership event.
by The Pro Landscaper Team | 08 Aug 25 | Community Highlights, FutureScape News, News
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has announced it will host its next industry leadership event at FutureScape, which takes place 7 – 8 October at the Excel in London.
Vision 2035 – Industry Leadership will discuss how recent developments in policy, investment and technology will impact the sector and evaluate the preparations that can be put in place.
Designed to create a space for aspirational business owners, leaders and key stakeholders in the landscaping sector, the event also enables peer discussion and collaborative thinking.
Panel discussions will cover reflective action to set out a vision of future leadership for the industry, masterclasses. Collaborative workshops will also be held on how BNG and climate change considerations will influence future design and the influence that AI will have in powering our businesses in 2035 and beyond.
A ticketed event, numbers are limited. To book a place visit the website or contact Will.Williams@eljays44.com.
Pro Landscaper Premium Plus has also recently released State of the Nation Industry Report, which is available to download here.
