In This Issue
Glee New Product Awards 2019 - Winners revealed
Glee New Products 2019 – Shortlisted Products
Glee opens again tomorrow morning at 9am
New category entry for Kelkay
On show for the first time: entire UK selection of Corona's high-quality garden tools
Aardman ornaments prove a huge hit for Apta
New dog-resistant grass seed formula launched by Johnsons Lawn Seed
Deco-Pak places true sustainability at heart of its agenda
Fiskars’ 2019 campaign to drive sales for all
New products leading sustainability
Primeur’s recycled rubber collection is appealing to the Eco-Conscious gardener
Introducing 'Smartscaping' to the core gardening category
Extra-large amaryllis bulbs prove big draw for Taylors
Glee sees launch of Zest Aggregate decorative gravel range
New planogram solutions from Fallen Fruits
Introducing Water Studio from Woodlodge – the stylish new range of water features
Meet ‘The King’ - cleaning and restoring colour to stone ornaments
To boldy grow, like no one has grown before
The bird food that Europe banned is back!
Retail display options from G Plants
Meadow View Stone develop new ground-breaking product
The Pentik Nordic Lifestyle Concept complements garden centre's offerings
See what Primus and Perry have in store
SBM Life Science introduces a Glyphosate free solution to the Job done range
New indoor collection called Nature Groove from Capi
Exciting developments from Evergreen Horticulture
Giant response for Charles Taylor bench
Bord na Móna launches Happy Compost range
DJ Turfcare’s Recovery – the perfect solution to reviving lawns
Easigrass showcase latest in its innovative product range
Harrod launches Southwold Garden Furniture
Unveiling the next generation of Organic Slug & Weevil Controls
Start experiencing the magic of Willow Wands
Looking for a more sustainable fire log to offer your customers?
New EASY Solutions keep gardeners’ surfaces like new
Revealed! Treadstone Products unveils new ranges
Natural Grower poised for rapid growth as demand soars for organic and vegan-friendly fertilisers
The organic way to clean paths, patios, farmyards and more
Let’s get this show on the road!
Doctor Organics: The Organic Solution
Hygeia launches new refill retail concept
Strong sustainability is matched with strong sales for Bloomin Amazing
Tildenet continues to strengthen across all brands
EKJU’s on trend products featuring at Glee
Energizer launch high performance powered garden tools at Glee
Jardinopia celebrates its second birthday at Glee 2019
Greenhouse builder becomes a garden centre specialist
Protek unveils new “One-Brand” packaging at Glee
Pure fantasy from Fountasia
Transforming a garden centre with Newspan
Natural Grower scoops the 2019 GIMA Innovators Seed Corn Fund 2019
Enter Woodlodge’s ‘Fountain of Fizz’ raffle at Glee and help to raise vital funds for the Greenfingers charity
Garden Re-Leaf 2020 officially launched at Glee
The Glee team make their #PowerOfOne pledges – what’s yours?
Glee Buyers Power List 2019: the shortlist
PAWExpo to launch in 2020
Introducing ‘The Marketplace’ at Pets at Glee 2019
Join the Retail Lab and Discovery tours
Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Ivyline
Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Meadow View Stone
Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: EKJU
Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Scheurich
Glee 2019 Retail Lab sponsor interview: Verona Group
Glee looks to a plastic-free future
International Buyers’ Centre to be hosted by Gardenex
GIMA Business Village
Glee Innovators Zone
Seminar content, in association with the HTA
Green Heart
Vegans and organic gardeners drive demand for natural garden products
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Deco-Pak places true sustainability at heart of its agenda

 

If there’s one message that will resonate loudly across the halls of Birmingham’s NEC as Glee gets underway, it’s that environmental issues are topping the agenda for the gardening industry. But with so many eco-friendly claims being made, what differentiates genuine initiatives from corporate greenwash? GIMA council member and Deco-Pak Marketing Director, Craig Hall, outlines six ways in which the landscaping and decorative aggregates supplier is taking action to cut its plastic footprint and protect wildlife, delivering results that set a benchmark for sustainable business.

1) Turning trash into treasure: Deco-Pak’s new EcoStone range raises the bar when it comes to sustainability, transforming waste materials once destined for landfill into decorative aggregates that meet the latest design trends. Glasglo are new translucent tumbled glass stones, pot topper stones and cobbles made from recycled televisions; EcoStone Rubber Chippings give new life to former tyres, recycled into chippings that provide safe play areas and act as a weed-suppressing mulch, while EcoStone Sea Shells – sourced from a whelk processing factory, transform pots and terrariums when used as a dressing, and provide natural slug control in borders, too.

 

2) Thinking about the birds and the bees: Pollinator decline is a global crisis, with numbers of bees and beneficial insects in freefall. As concern escalates over how flowers, fruit and vegetables will be pollinated in years to come, Deco-Pak is adding new designs of Insect Hotels that allow consumers to create essential habitats for threatened pollinators. Made from FSC wood, these sustainable wildlife havens tick all the boxes for eco gardens and will provide havens for struggling bees and insects. For every insect hotel sold, five pence will be donated to the Bumblebee Conservation Trust.

 

3) Getting tough on plastic: While all our packaging is recyclable, Deco-Pak intends to ultimately eliminate single-use plastics by closing the loop. We are currently researching and trialling ways to further reduce virgin plastic content in packaging with our bag suppliers, however in the near future we intend to further highlight the way in which plastics can be recycled effectively by consumers and retailers alike.

 

4) Become plastic neutral: Visit the Deco-Pak stand at Glee (Hall 20, stand Y40-Z41) and find out about our exciting plan for staff to become plastic neutral. It means we’ll be offsetting our plastic footprint by donating to plastic retrieval charity partners, which help underprivileged communities around the world who collect plastic waste from oceans and exchange it for benefits such as currency, education and healthcare. It’s a fantastic way to make a real difference. At Glee, our shirts will be made from recycled plastic!

 

5) Supporting pollinator charity: Deco-Pak’s new EcoPave Decorative Stepping Stones, which feature attractive bee designs, are made from 30% recycled materials and are manufactured using locally sourced materials. A percentage of sales from these charming honeycomb inspired shaped stepping stones will also support the work of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust.

 

6) Supplying sustainable products: Deco-Pak’s Alpine EcoRacer is a prime example of a new product that delivers on sustainability. This stylish midnight black eco sledge is backed by a rock solid eco pledge – not only is it made from 100% recycled plastic, but it’s manufactured in the UK, too.

 

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To see Deco-Pak’s latest introductions please visit the company on stand at Glee 2019, Hall 20, stand Y40-Z41.

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