Embark on an immersive journey at Glee 2024 with The AMES Companies, where innovation and expertise converge to shape the future of garden retail. Located in one of the exhibition’s largest stands (Hall 8, Stand A80-D81, A60-C61), this is a must-visit for any garden retailer aiming to diversify and enhance profitability in 2025.

Explore, discover, and elevate your offering

Your visit begins at the reception, where you’ll be guided through an in-depth tour showcasing everything from the latest tool innovations and decorative aggregates to market-leading pot and planter brands, as well as a new generation of water features.

With access to multiple leading brands and over 700 brand-new products, The AMES Companies will further solidify their position as the ‘supplier of choice’ in the garden retail sector.

Key highlights of The AMES Companies tour

Innovative Tool Collections: Discover the new AMES Tools cutting and pruning range, featuring products like the Bypass Pruner and Telescopic Hedge Shears. Visualise this collection in your own store with the new AMES Tools island stand, designed to display the full range of 19 tools effortlessly. A dedicated product manager will be on hand to discuss the unique features and benefits that are poised to make this collection your next bestseller, whilst brand ambassador David Domoney will join Glee’s seminar stage to share his insight into this exciting new offering.

Next generation water features: Witness the launch of Easy Fountain’s solar and solar battery back-up water features. With extended usage time and enhanced design flexibility, these collections are supported by educational and inspirational point-of-sale materials. The product team will be available to discuss their journey to market and how they’re set to redefine the water feature category.

Expanded pot range: Discover the all-new Apta range, set to expand by 70% for the 2025 season. The Apta Signature collection introduces exciting new sales opportunities, enhancing the giftability of the pot category. Experience hundreds of pots up close and engage with the product manager who will share insights into design stories and the latest trends.

Sustainable solutions: Explore Kelkay’s extensive displays, featuring everything from aggregates to rockery essentials and the expanded stepping stone collection, including the first range made from 100% recycled post-consumer materials.

Exclusive partnership with Artevasi: Celebrate the exciting new partnership between The AMES Companies and leading Portuguese pot brand, Artevasi. As the sole UK distributor of Artevasi’s recycled plastic and traditional terracotta pot collections, and with combined MOVs across Apta and the wider AMES portfolio, retailers can unlock new opportunities. Don’t miss the exclusive launch of Artevasi’s all-new point of sale at Glee 2024.

And if that wasn’t enough, a tour of the AMES Companies stand will conclude with a trip across the aisle to the Scheurich stand, where the latest designs from Germany’s leading sustainable pot and planter brand will be on display. In 2025 the AMES Companies will also be exclusive UK distributors for this ever popular brand, opening even more variety and profit opportunity for garden retailers.

Experience the future of gardening

The AMES Companies’ stand at Glee 2024 is an essential destination for garden retailers who want to stay ahead of the curve. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions, AMES continues to lead the way in garden retail.

Further details about the AMES Companies and its family of brands, including Kelkay, AMES Tools, La Hacienda, and Apta, can be found at www.ames-uk.com.