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Glee’s Floral Thursday promotion in aid of the Greenfingers Charty has raised at least £1,600 so far – and the total could be heading for £2,000.
Winners of the award for the best-dressed large team in Floral Thursday attire was Evergreen Garden Care – for the second year – while SP Trading of Brechin took the award for the best small team.
The organisers were inundated with prize donations from exhibitors for the Greenfingers draw. The winning ticket was drawn by Andy Smith of Hyve Group, the organisers of Glee – it won him a top of the range grill from Kamado Jo of Farnham.
Glee goes Floral Thursday for Greenfingers
Glee went Floral Thursday today in support of Greenfingers Charity. The event, supported by Garden Trade News, saw exhibitors and visitors to Glee joining in the fun by wearing an array of floral clothing throughout the day...
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Glee went Floral Thursday today in support of Greenfingers Charity. The event, supported by Garden Trade News, saw exhibitors and visitors to Glee joining in the fun by wearing an array of floral clothing throughout the day.
All those taking part were asked to support the charity by buying a raffle ticket which was entered into a prize draw to win fabulous prizes.
In 2019, when the first Floral Thursday took place at Glee, over £1,420 was raised for Greenfingers, with the array of floral looks bringing smiles to the faces of everyone who took part. This year, Greenfingers is hoping that even more people will dress to impress, and perhaps even set a new world record for the most people in floral attire at one time!
Linda Petrons, Director of Fundraising & Communications said: “We’re so grateful to Glee for allowing us to run Floral Thursday on the final day of the show. We hope that the garden retail industry will get together and embrace the Floral Thursday concept. From a flash of floral to outrageous outfits, Floral Thursday represents an incredibly easy way to show your support for our work, and we are forever grateful to every single person that next week – if 2019 is anything to go on I know we won’t be disappointed!”
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SAVE THE DATE FOR GLEE 2021
Make sure you save the date for Glee 2022...28-30 June 2022
The Glee 2021 Show Guide is still available in digital format as well as being a printed version, which was available free at the exhibition. To view the online Show Guide click here.
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Evergreen Garden Care is set to increase their Peat-Free production capacity with an investment of £7million in 2022. The investment will help in cementing EGC’s position as leading the Peat-Free roadmap.
EGC boasts a vast range of newly launched Peat-Free products for 2021 and is a key member to all official bodies driving the Peat-Free future. The investment will increase the brand’s production capacity, in terms of research and development as well as storage capacity.
The investment and innovation in Peat-Free products comes in response to the increased consumer demand for environmentally sustainable garden care products, in particular a demand for alternatives to peat. GfK data from January to September 2020 showed that the trend for Peat Free accelerated 74.9% YOY, with Peat Free worth £1 in every £7 spent in the category. This combined with the government ban on Peat Free by 2024 indicates a worthy investment with forecasts of strong Peat Free sales performance in the future.
With the investment also comes challenges in transitioning to Peat-Free, for example, alternative ingredients not being readily available, or performing as well as peat products, has been combatted by Evergreen Garden Care’s patented Fibre Smart technology. The Fibre Smart patented process creates hollow fibres that have been infused with organic nitrogen, so that it doesn’t absorb nitrogen from the plants.
Mark Portman, Managing Director of Evergreen Garden Care says: “Our investment announcement highlights our dedication and commitment to providing our customers with the most comprehensive, high-quality range in the market and to make it easier than ever for them to switch to a more sustainable compost option. As well as consumer demand, we are committed to sustainability and its environmental impact, which is displayed in both our new range of Peat-Free products, as well as our investment into the future of Peat-Free.’’
This year, EGC launched the most comprehensive range of high-quality Peat-Free products which provides solutions for all gardening needs under both the Miracle-Gro and Levington brands.
Miracle-Gro Performance Organics will be the only range of products that is 100% organic and 100% sustainable, which performs equally as well as existing synthetic products. The Miracle-Gro Performance Organics range is also dedicated to responsible packaging. Each product is packaged in at least 80% recycled material and is 100% recyclable.
The range includes:
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium All-Purpose Compost: available in 20L (RRP: £4.99) and 50L (RRP: £5.99)
- Miracle-Gro Premium Peat Free All-Purpose Compost with Organic Plant Food: available in 40L (RRP: £6.49)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Azalea, Camelia, Rhododendron Ericaceous Plants Compost: available in 40L (RRP: £6.99)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Bulb Fibre Special Plants Compost: available in 10L (RRP £3.99) and 20L (RRP: £5.99)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Moisture Control Special Compost for Pots and Baskets: available in 40L (RRP: £6.99)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Orchid Special Plants Compost: available in 6L (RRP: £3.99)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Houseplant Potting Mix: available in 10L (RRP: £4.49)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Border Booster Soil Improver: available in 40L (RRP: 5.99)
- Miracle-Gro Peat Free Premium Fruit & Vegetable Compost (RRP: 5.99)
- Levington Peat Free Multi-Purpose Compost with added John Innes: available in 50L (RRP: £6.99)
- Levington Peat Free Organic Blend Topsoil: available in 20L (RRP: 4.99)
- Levington Peat Free Organic Blend Soil Conditioner: available in 50L (RRP: 6.49)
- Levington Peat Free Organic Blend Farmyard Manure: available in 50L (RRP: £5.99)
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Amazing year for Patio Black Spot Remover
Garden centres stocking Patio Black Spot Removal products have reported sales above pre-pandemic levels which is a great reflection on the strength of the garden retail business...
When we left the NEC halls, having exhibited in September 2019, none of us guessed it would be two years until we returned? Our at Glee 2019, relating to 2020 Vision, retrospectively, can now be completely re written.
Company results, across the Garden Retail Market, ranged from catastrophic, to amazing! I am glad to say that Patio Black Spot Remover was lucky to be in the category of “Amazing”.
There were times when we wondered if things would ever be quite the same again – and to an extent, we still do.
Following our success at Glee 2019, with our award for “STONEKING” as the ‘Best New Product in the Garden Landscaping Section, the product was entered at RHS CHELSEA 2020, and was singled out as one of just 11 finalists, out a total of some 238 entries.
RHS Chelsea had to become ‘Virtual RHS Chelsea’ but the interest was, none the less, phenomenal.
Since the garden centres have reopened, we are pleased to report that many of the centres that stock our Patio Black Spot Removal products have reported sales above pre-pandemic levels which is a great reflection on the strength of the garden retail business.
We are looking forward to welcoming both our existing clients and potential new stockists to our stand at Glee 2021.
There are also some new unique ideas we would like to introduce you to, including a brand new product for Spring 2022.
Expect a warm welcome from all at The Patio Black Spot Removal Company Limited.
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Hozelock has introduced the EasyMix 2-in-1 tumbling composter for the easy mixing of home and garden waste.
With 100 litre capacity, the composter can make compost 3 times faster than conventional composters.
This means consumers can benefit from having soil-enriching compost ready in just 6-8 weeks. With a robust compact design, the drum can simply be rolled around the garden to distribute the compost with ease.
The built-in reservoir collects the compost juice and the integrated ‘Click and Spray’ hose applicator means that it is easy to fertilise your plants.
Manufactured from 85% recycled plastic the composter itself is 100% recyclable and the enclosed lockable lid means prevents pests and bad smells, making it ideal for the garden, garage, or balcony.
Find out more on the stand – 6A40-B41.
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Primeur is showcasing a number of additions to their Eco Garden range at Glee – all made from unbreakable recycled rubber.
These include the Flamenco planter – a new style for 2022 within their multi-award-winning recycled rubber contemporary planter collection. Recognising the demand for larger showcase planters have an integrated self-watering reservoir and are perfect for both inside and outdoors.
Also new is Primeur’s MULTYDECK product – an exciting innovation to speed up the decking installation process, as well as opening the door to many new ways of using decking boards to create flooring and pathways. A versatile product that can be used not only in gardens but allotments, balconies, hot tubs, and bin tidies.
Given that the product can be applied temporarily it is also great for caravan and camping, events and for those renting their homes and not wanting to install permanent decking.
A new style of rubber edging has also been added to their range. The Maryland, available in earth and grey, mimics picket fencing, providing an attractive finish to beds and borders.
Visit Primeur at stand 20C40-D41.
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Spread some joy with Woodmansterne cards
After receiving such a positive reception when exhibiting at Glee for the first time in 2019 the Woodmansterne team has returned this year with great impact...
After receiving such a positive reception when exhibiting at Glee for the first time in 2019 the Woodmansterne team has returned this year with great impact.
A third-generation family business based in Watford, Hertfordshire the company is headed up by Managing Director, Seth Woodmansterne.
Seth comments: “It is great to be back and we are delighted to be showcasing our product to our growing garden retail audience.The show provides a fantastic opportunity to engage with our existing customers as well as meeting new ones. As a category greetings cards are a great footfall driver providing add-on sales and helping to boost basket values.”
As well as showcasing their W-Select category management system, Woodmansterne unveiled their latest card series after teaming up with iconic UK textile and wallpaper brand Sanderson. After gaining access to their amazing archives the quintessentially English country designs were interpreted to create a stunning series of blank floral cards with great visual impact.
Woodmansterne takes its environmental responsibility extremely seriously with all cards produced in the UK on FSC certified pulp from responsibly managed forests.
Since 2019 Woodmansterne has introduced ‘Smart Seal’ packaging to fasten the card to the envelope, eliminating the need for plastic wrapping.
Find out more at www.woodmansterne.com
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A merchandiser for the company’s lightweight roofing systems has been going down a storm on the Onduline stand (6F23).
MD Paul Duffy says many garden centres can see the potential in a product category they may not have considered previously. The free-standing merchandiser with its striking header has been a particularly persuasive feature on the stand – one was even ordered on the spot.
The products are available in a choice of colours, extending their creative appeal.
Visitors to Onduline’s stand have been able to see first-hand how these attractive, striking and free-standing displays are the ideal solution for helping retailers make an impact with customers and influence impulse purchases in-store.
Simple to stock on the shop floor, the EASYLINE PoS displays from Onduline look fantastic, with strong branding and clear calls to action, perfectly showcasing the EASYLINE range for customers, complete with accessories and fixings. The displays also include a QR code that, when scanned, leads the customer to a simple-to-follow installation video.
The ONDULINE EASYLINE range is a compact and lightweight roofing system which can be used for sheds, studios, pet shelters and other garden buildings and annexes.
Easy to fit into the boot of a typical family car, the range is a popular choice for its ease of transportation and the fact that it’s simple to cut and install, making it extremely user-friendly.
Available in a number of bright and vibrant colours, EASYLINE is an attractive and fashionable alternative to traditional shed felt. Its 10-year waterproofing guarantee and eco-credentials - with each sheet made of 50% to 60% recycled fibres – are also key selling points, plus the fact that it contains no hazardous substances, making it completely safe for people and family pets.
To find out more, visit Onduline’s stand at Glee 2021 (6F23) or visit www.onduline.co.uk.
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Traeger accolade for Alton Garden Centre
BBQ World at Alton Garden Centre has been named as Traeger Day Retailer 2021 at Glee. Traeger makes the award annually to recognise those retailers that really support the brand...
BBQ World at Alton Garden Centre has been named as Traeger Day Retailer 2021 at Glee. Traeger makes the award annually to recognise those retailers that really support the brand.
Jo McDonald, Country Manager for UK and Ireland comments: “Jay and his team have embraced the brand holding demonstrations instore, working with influencers and being active across social media.
"They even have Wing Wednesday for staff where the team is treated to chicken wings for lunch helping to spread the word about the product. It is no surprise that their sales have been exceptional this year and we have given them the award in recognition of this.”
Pictured: Jay Bunker, Director of BBQ World at Alton Garden Centre receiving the Traeger Day Retailer Award (a framed limited edition American Football Shirt) from the Traeger team including Traeger President of Europe Karsten Nielsen and Country Manager for the UK and Ireland Jo McDonald.
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Westland Visiroot...visibly better results!
For both novice and well-versed gardeners, Westland's Visiroot propagation range allows gardeners to use recycled plastic, whilst also getting increased performance. It makes great growing even clearer to see, and that in turn means better results...
Horticulture is by its very nature a ‘green’ industry and Westland is doubling down on efforts across all categories to deliver sustainable success.
For both novice and well-versed gardeners, Westland's Visiroot propagation range allows gardeners to use recycled plastic, whilst also getting increased performance. It makes great growing even clearer to see, and that in turn means better results.
The performance comes from the transparent rPET material, making roots visible to the eye enabling gardeners to easily check root growth and moisture levels without disturbing the plant. The specially developed UV filtering green tint, also ensures that the roots of the germinating plants are not damaged by direct sunlight.
Additionally, unlike other cell trays on the market, the integrated moisture bridge technology ensures even water and nutrient transfer across the cells. The Visiroot range is recyclable in all homes through kerbside collections, as all UK councils consistently recycle rPET. rPET is also incredibly strong and easy to handle, ensuring success year-after-year.
The addition of the Visiroot Deep Root Cell Kit is ideal for growing plants like beans and Sweet Peas that benefit from a deep root system. The unique cells are easy to open for transplanting without any root disturbance and as they are made of the same rPET material as the rest of the Visiroot range, they are durable for repeated use. Available as both a starter kit with propagator and cell inserts.
Martin Ward - Senior Westland Brand Manager comments, “With such increased demand in the home gardening and grow-your-own sector, we wanted to make the journey for all gardeners as easy as possible. We feel the Visiroot range offers just that, from a variety of different propagators, and growing kits, we have everything to help consumers on their growing journey. This isn't the end of the journey, not only will we transition all of our propagation range into Visiroot technology. Visiroot becomes the heart of a new Gro-Sure ® growing system, incorporating Gro-Sure ®Seed and Cutting Compost, and Gro-Sure ® Perlite and Vermiculite.
The response to Visiroot from the customers we have seen during the summer has been incredible, we are very excited about the opportunity that this range brings to the growing category - we believe it will make ‘grow-your-own’ accessible for everyone.”
Available in pre-loaded display units (full pallets and ¼ pallets) with informative point of sale, it can be rolled directly onto the shop floor to create true standout at store level. Displays will be available across all propagators, seed trays and inserts.
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Exceeding expectations for the brand’s debut at Glee 2021, Tower has received a record number of new enquiries and customer orders for the Outdoor Living range during a trade show.
The new Tower Barbecues, Fire Pits and Outdoor Heaters enjoyed positive feedback from retailers from all around the UK, praised for design, pricing and range versatility.
It has been an incredibly successful and exciting show for the outdoor living and garden brands which appeared on the RKW Ltd stand; Tower, Coast & Country, Barbary & Oak, BLACK+DECKER and DeWalt products all received a fantastic response from customers over the full three-day event.
A brand-new BLACK+DECKER Gas Barbecue range was revealed to show attendees on Tuesday, debuting a signature black and orange design and premium build quality expected from the world-famous brand.
If you missed RKW’s Glee showcase, you can book an appointment to visit its state-of-the-art showroom in Staffordshire. The two-story site is home to over 4,000 quality products from over 40 of the UK’s biggest brands including Tower, Coast & Country, Barbary & Oak, BLACK+DECKER and DeWalt. From housewares to floorcare to outdoor living, RKW is a one-stop shop for all home and garden retailers.
About RKW:
RKW has a 30-plus year pedigree in successfully developing and distributing top brands and products with a group turnover of £100m+. It is Europe's leading manufacturer and distributor of small domestic appliances (SDA) and housewares products for its owned and licensed portfolio of brands. As well as Tower, BLACK+DECKER, Morphy Richards, Akai and Carmen, RKW distributes for leading brands including Breville, Russell Hobbs, Swan, Hoover and new partnerships with SMEG, Lavazza and The Funky Appliance Company. In 2020, RKW acquired the award-winning online retail brand Andrew James.
Contact:
Stand number: 20J14-K15
Website: https://rkwltd.com/#/Glee/
Email Address: sales@rkwltd.com
Phone Number: 0333 220 6070
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Crazy-golfing prowess on Deco-Park stand
Visitors to Deco-Pak during Glee will be able to test their crazy-golfing prowess on six specially-designed holes and perhaps win a bottle of wine – but there’s a deeper meaning to it all...
Visitors to Deco-Pak during Glee will be able to test their crazy-golfing prowess on six specially-designed holes and perhaps win a bottle of wine – but there’s a deeper meaning to it all.
“Our customers have been superb throughout the pandemic,” says director Craig Hall, “from their patience when stock availability and logistics were impacted , to working with us to identify key sellers and successful merchandising and POS solutions. As a way of thanking them for their support, we have created a different Glee stand which we hope will offer real value for those who join us.”
Each hole represents a different theme to reflect the challenges that garden retail sector has faced during the past 18 months, as well as the resulting consumer demand. Supported by the product offering, designed to tap into these trends, retailers can enjoy some fun as they get up to speed on how changing consumer spend will impact the 2022 seaso and grab a few good ideas.
Visitors will also learn about the company’s latest investment in manufacturing capacity and logistics in order to beef availability for the new season.
Deco-Pak presented Greenfingers with a cheque on the final day.
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Displays to enhance your shoppers experience
Displays to enhance your shoppers experience, The E.P. Barrus stand will showcase the research and development that has been taking place over the past year across the three brands...
Displays to enhance your shoppers experience, The E.P. Barrus stand will showcase the research and development that has been taking place over the past year across the three brands.
The development of innovative point of sale combined with exciting campaigns ensures you are adding value to your displays in store. Come and see how we showcase the new and exciting products.
Ian Seager, E.P. Barrus marketing manager, commented: “We are really excited to be exhibiting again at Glee this year, as it’s the first in-person garden retail event to take place in 18 months! We’ve been working hard to be able to get back to exhibitions with some brand-new products, as well as updates to some of our most popular ranges. We’re looking forward to meeting up with buyers from across the industry to talk them through our expanded portfolio.”
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Garden furniture and garden structure specialist, Zest 4 Leisure has launched a range of new products for the 2022 season at Glee, as well as showing its award-winning range from the 2020 Glee Gathering.
Zest’s Folding Garden Bar is ideally suited to the massive trend for outdoor entertaining, it simply unfolds and comes ready built for ultimate consumer ease and enjoyment. Multipurpose, it can double up as a potting table and it folds away easily for storage in winter.
To satisfy the increased consumer demand for Grow Your Own, Zest is also launching the Tall Vertical Herb Stand, which maximizes growing space on a small footprint and gives easy access to five separate troughs. Also, for the GYO market, the new Small Space Cold Frame will not only work as a standalone product but will also fit onto Zest’s best-selling Raised Herb Planter to create the added benefit of easy access and increased depth for planting.
Commenting on new product design and development, Managing Director, Steve Morgan (pictured above) said, “There has been a huge increase in the number of consumers wanting to enjoy their outdoor space whether for relaxation, entertaining and growing their own vegetables and decorative plants. It is more vital than ever to ensure that all these new consumers – as well as existing gardeners and garden leisure enthusiasts - can achieve their outdoor aspirations easily and quickly. Zest has always created attractive, comfortable, and cleverly designed products – and we have won many awards as a result. Now we are keen to build the convenience factor into our range, maximising choice and flexibility.”
Alongside the new products Zest 4 Leisure have unveiled significant levels of new developments in product design and manufacture, management systems and robust and sustainable supply. The company has made a £400,000-plus investment in product development facilities and personnel. Zest has appointed Neil Sholes into a new role as Head of Product Design and Innovation and has built an ‘Innovation Centre’ at its headquarters.
Neil’s remit for Zest is to spearhead a dedicated team researching and designing new product in line with consumer trends, driving product sustainability and further developing key concepts such as ‘easy build’.
The Innovation Centre is a state-of-the-art product design and development suite including research and concept development, the latest CAD design technology, a prototyping build area, a production studio, and a marketing zone. Meanwhile Zest has also recruited an initial four key staff in the UK and Eastern Europe with further appointments planned as it ramps up its commitment to supply and a new warehouse management system has also been installed, part of a digital implementation across the board to meet significantly increased demand.
Visit Zest 4 Leisure at stand 20A40-C41
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Glee New Product Awards - Winners revealed
Ground-breaking new garden and pet products have been confirmed as the winners of the coveted Glee New Product Awards 2021, run in association with GTN. The Overall Best Glee New Product went to Treadstone Products and their Pot Trellis...
Ground-breaking new garden and pet products have been confirmed as the winners of the coveted Glee New Product Awards 2021, run in association with GTN...
The winning products were chosen by an expert panel of judges representing independent and multiple retailers, consumer gardening media and trade media.
After initial judging of the new products entered, the judges selected finalists in each category. Then those finalists had the opportunity to meet the judges, answer questions and make a pitch to be chosen as the winner.
The results:
Plants Seeds & Bulbs: Granvia Pink Flame Imp – MNP Flowers
Growing Materials: Harmony Gardens – Southern Trident
Growing Containers: Tall Vertical Herb Stand – Zest 4 Leisure
Garden Decoration: St John's Solar Mirror – Woodlodge Products
Tools & Machinery: Kent & Stowe Capability Trowel – Westland Unwins
Landscaping: Carolina Border – Primeur Ltd
Leisure & Entertaining: Kettle Joe – Kamado Joe
Homewares, Gifts, Toys & Games: Wholeleaf Platters, Bowls & Plates – The Wholeleaf Company
Pet Food: Edible Greeting Cards for Dogs – Scoff Paper
Pet Health & Beauty: (Joint winners) Anti-Bacterial Dog Shampoo with Hosepip Applicator – Aqueos; The Woof Pack (Deluxe Doggy Bag & Grooming Kit) – Sniffe & Likkit Ltd
Pet Accessories: (Joint winners) Petface Planet (Toucan) – LeisureGrow; The Friendly Squid (Cleaning up our coast) – Goodchap's
Retail Services & Experiences: Evergreen Trade Website & Training Academy – Evergreen Garden Care
Wild Bird and Wildlife Products: Gardman Aura Bird Bath & Feeder – Westland Unwins
Growing Accessories: Pot Trellis – Treadstone Products
Sustainability Award: Harmony Gardens – Southern Trident
Best of British Award: Kent & Stowe Eversharp Secateurs – Westland Unwins
Overall Best Glee New Product 2021 – Pot Trellis, Treadstone Products
The 2021 judging panel was made up of Ian Hodgson, Garden News; Andy Bunker, Alton Garden Centre; Mel Livingstone, Fron Goch Garden Centre; Nicola Gow – Retired garden centre owner; Rachel Gilbert – Rosebourne Garden Centre; Lilidh Matthews, Primrose.com; Elliot Kirby, RHS Wisley; Jack Slater, Summerseat Garden Centre, and Trevor Pfeiffer, Editor & Director, Garden Trade News.
Matthew Mein, Glee Event Director said: “After such a long period of lockdown and our first live event in two years, we were thrilled to see so many superb new products entered for the 2021 Glee New Product Awards. Huge congratulations to our 19 very worthy winners and a big thank you to the judges who were so generous with their valuable time and expertise”.
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The shortlisted New Product Awards entries
The Glee New Product Showcase, in association with GTN, has generated huge interest at the exhibition. A panel of expert judges drew up a shortlist of finalists from which the finalists were chosen...
The Glee New Product Showcase, in association with GTN, has generated huge interest at the exhibition. A panel of expert judges drew up a shortlist of finalists from which the finalists were chosen.
Here is the list of shortlisted products so far:
Plants Seeds & Bulbs
Aglaonema Red Star – JAVADO
Cuddly Cactus – JAVADO
Granvia ® Pink Flame Imp – MNP Flowers
Spathiphyllum Diamond – JAVADO
Growing Materials
After Plant House Plant – Plantworks Ltd
BlackGold Compos – RocketGro
Natura Grow Bed & Basket Feed Liquid 1L – Natura Grow
Nature Safe Slug & Snail Barrie – Hygeia Chemicals Ltd
Harmony Gardens – Southern Trident
Growing Containers
Flower Towe – Useful and Practical Ideas Ltd
Tall Vertical Herb Stand – Zest 4 Leisure
Tierra Verde Planters – Primeur Ltd
Garden Decoration
Metal Frame Flower Wall Art – Woodlodge Products
Resin Hippo Statue – Green Tones
St John's Solar Mirror – Woodlodge Products
Tools & Machinery
EasyMix 2-in-1 Composter – Hozelock
Kent & Stowe Capability Trowel – Westland Unwins
Kent & Stowe Eversharp Secateurs – Westland Unwins
Landscaping
MultyDeck – Primeur Ltd
Planter cascade – Primeur Ltd
Carolina Border – DecoPak
Leisure & Entertaining
Campingaz Attitude 2Go CV Table Top Gas Barbecue – Campingaz
Folding Garden Bar – Zest 4 Leisure
Kamado Joe - Kettle Joe – Kamado Joe
Homewares, Gifts, Toys & Games
Earthy Natural Bamboo Side Tables - Set of 2 – The Satchville Gift Company
Kids Light-up cloggies – EP Barrus Ltd
Pup's 1st gift Box – Goodchap's
Wholeleaf Platters, Bowls & Plates – The Wholeleaf Company
Bee Activity Box – Kidzplay
Pet Food
Churu Pops – Collarways Ltd
Home Barking Kit – Sniffe & Likkit Ltd
Scoff Paper Edible Greeting Cards for Dogs – Scoff Pape
Pet Health & Beauty
Anti-Bacterial Dog Shampoo with Hosepip Applicato – Aqueos
Furrish Cordless Pet Clipper – Furrish
The Woof Pack - Deluxe Doggy Bag & Grooming Kit – Sniffe & Likkit Ltd
Pet Accessories
Glove My Dog Deluxe Bamboo Towel Glove – Sniffe & Likkit Ltd
Petface Planet (Toucan) – Leisure Grow
Pup's 1st Cracker - The cracker your pup can pull – Goodchap's
The Friendly Squid - Cleaning up our coast – Goodchap's
Retail Services & Experiences
Evergreen Trade Website & Training Academy – Evergreen Garden Care
Honeyfield's Floor Display Unit – WHM Pet Group
Tri-Star Adbags –Tri-Star Packaging
Wild Bird and Wildlife Products
Gardman Aura Bird Bath & Feeder – Westland Unwins
Water is Life Bath and Drinker – Wildlife World
WildPod – Bioscapes
Growing Accessories
BB Rain Can –Block Blitz Ltd
Gro-Sure Visiroot Twin Propagator Set – Westland Unwins
Pot Trelli – Treadstone Products
Small Space Cold Frame – Zest 4 Leisure
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Glee Buyers Power List Winners Revealed
The winners of the Glee Buyers Power List were revealed today. The Glee Buyers Power List was set up to recognise the individual buyers and buying teams who have gone above and beyond to make a difference within the garden retail industry this year...
The winners of the Glee Buyers Power List were revealed today.
The Glee Buyers Power List was set up to recognise the individual buyers and buying teams who have gone above and beyond to make a difference within the garden retail industry this year.
This year’s Buyers Power List was voted for by readers of Glee Daily News and GTN Xtra. When voting closed at midnight last night (Tuesday) almost 1,000 votes had been made.
Speaking at the Glee Buyers Power List awards ceremony, which was well attended by retailers and suppliers alike, Glee’s Event Director Matthew Mein said: “The Glee Buyers Power List was set up to recognise some of the most essential of our industry employees - garden retail buyers. After the most challenging of times for retail in general we are particularly proud to announce this year’s winners, who’ve done so much to keep trade buoyant and in good shape as we carve out a new normal. The biggest possible congratulations are due to all the very worthy winners and the many excellent shortlisted nominees.”
The winners received their awards at a special presentation at lunchtime.
The Nominations and Winners 2021
Plants Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Andy Bunker – Alton Garden Centre
- Marcus Cousins – Aylett Nurseries
- Will Clark – Barton Grange
- Tom Cook, Rod Austin & Julian Palphramand - British Garden Centres
- Mel Livingstone - Fron Goch
- Jessica Logan – RBG Kew
Winner: Marcus Cousins – Aylett Nurseries
Garden Care Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Derek Bunker – Alton Garden Centre
- Andy Matthews & Paul Williams – British Garden Centres
- Ian Underwood – B&Q
- Keith Wilbin – Downtown Garden Centre
- Matt Shorter - Longacres
- Ross Allen – Milestone Garden Centre
- Duncan Wills – Stewarts Garden Centre
Winner: Duncan Wills – Stewarts Garden Centre
Outdoor Leisure Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Ian Richardson - Garsons
- Keith Laird – Hayes Garden World
- Matt Shorter – Longacres
- Darran Oakley – Squires
- Peter Self – Whitehall Garden Centres
Winner: Darran Oakley – Squires
Landscape Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- John Birch – Baytree Garden Centre
- David Danning - Blue Diamond
- Dan Kirby – British Garden Centres
- Paul Smith - Chessington Garden Centre
- Scott Provan – Klondyke
- Mick Bruniges – Oaktree Garden Centre
- Jack Slater – Summerseat Garden Centre
- Michelle Thompson – Thompsons Garden Centres
Winner: Dan Kirby – British Garden Centres
Home & Gifts Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Emma Davis – British Garden Centres
- Sarah Cooksley – Dobbies
- Claire Jenner - Frosts
- Geoff Stapleton – Gates Garden Centre
Winner: Emma Davis – British Garden Centres
Pet Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Sue Shaw - B&M
- Zack Sargent – Bents Garden & Home
- Chessington Garden Centre
- Dan Reep – Squires Garden Centres
Winner: Chessington Garden Centre
Retail Food & Drinks Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- Claire Bryce - Barton Grange
- Melanie Sykes - Bents
- Phil Hales – Gates Garden Centre
- Longacres
Joint Winners: Claire Bryce - Barton Grange and Longacres
Christmas Buyer/Buying Team of the Year
- David Danning - Blue Diamond
- Chris Slack - Frosts
- Michelle Martin – Haskins
- Stuart Whalley – Rosebourne
Winner: Chris Slack – Frosts
Overall Multiple Garden Retailer Buying Team of the Year – 6 stores or more
- Blue Diamond
- British Garden Centres
- Caulders
- Dobbies
- Hillier Garden Centres
- Klondyke
- Notcutts
- Squires Garden Centres
Winner: British Garden Centres
Overall Independent Garden Centre Buying Team of the Year – up 5 stores
- Alton Garden Centre
- Aylett Nurseries
- Gates Garden Centre
- Haskins
- Longacres
- Rosebourne Garden Centres
- Thompsons Garden Centres
- Webbs
Winner: Aylett Nurseries
Matthew Mein added: “I would also like to thank all those who took time to vote for their retail superstar, every one of whom deserved to be recognised. Hard-working retail staff are the lifeblood of our industry and I’m delighted so many people also felt they deserved to be recognised at the Glee Buyers Power List Awards.”
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Houseplant sales on crest of a wave
Houseplant sales are riding the crest of a wave – and Chichester-based Hills Plants are exhibiting in Glee’s Green Heart area in the Atrium with an aspirational display of mostly UK-grown foliage plants...
Houseplant sales are riding the crest of a wave – and Chichester-based Hills Plants are exhibiting in Glee’s Green Heart area in the Atrium with an aspirational display of mostly UK-grown foliage plants.
It’s the trade show debut for the nursery, founded in the 1920s and majoring in recent years on meeting the demands of multiples and supermarkets. But now they are reaching out again to garden centres and targeting a younger demographic – 25 to 45-year-olds who, says Greg Hill (pictured) believe that “a bit of horticulture in their lives is good for the soul”.
The Glee stand features an exotic display piled high with a huge selection of foliage plants of different colours, heights and textures – enough to persuade any garden centre buyer of the potential of taking this category seriously.
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Garden furniture, wooden products and decorative garden structure specialist, Zest 4 Leisure (stand number 20A40-C41) has presented a giant cheque for over £8000 to the Greenfingers charity at Glee.
The company raised the money from sales of its Tiverton planter over the last 2 years. £2.50 from every planter sold was donated to the charity.
Zest (Part of the P&A Group) is this year celebrating ten years of fundraising success having raised nearly £110,000 for charities including Nightingale House, Hope House and Tŷ Gobaith Children’s Hospices, Cancer Research UK, Action for Children, Alzheimer’s Society, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Meningitis Now. With Macmillan Cancer Support being the company’s chosen charity for 2021 and they continue to raise money through a variety of fundraising activities.
Zest 4 Leisure was established in 2005 to bring high quality, FSC® certified timber garden products to garden centres, online retailers, and major purchasing groups across the UK.
For further information about Zest 4 Leisure’s GYO, decorative and furniture products, visit www.zest4leisure.co.uk.
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Pet firms are barking up the right tree at Glee
With an estimated additional 3 million dog owners in the UK following lockdown there is increased interest in products for pets. Over half of these owners are under the age of 34 and so are more than happy to purchase products to pamper and care for their pooch...
With an estimated additional 3 million dog owners in the UK following lockdown there is increased interest in products for pets. Over half of these owners are under the age of 34 and so are more than happy to purchase products to pamper and care for their pooch.
One company making its mark (or should that be bark) at Glee is Sniffe & Lickitt. This new venture which was set up at the end of 2020 by Lee Sargent comprises of a range of grooming products for dogs all based on natural aromatherapy scents. With a background in home and beauty care Lee felt there was a gap in the market for attractively packaged natural products for dogs, that sit well on the shelf rather than being hidden away. The scents all chosen from those that are found to be relaxing or stimulating for dogs such as juniper. As well as the grooming products are a range of accessories including the Glove my Dog bamboo towel, dog grooming gift kits and starter packs. The natural philosophy is carried through to the dog biscuits, which are handmade in Devon. In their Home Barking Kits nutritional ingredients like chicken liver and sweet potato are joined by chia seeds, coconut and turmeric – all good for helping with coat and condition. Find out more at www.sniffeandlikitt.com Stand 6B19.
Scoff Paper have come up with the first edible rawhide free greetings card for dogs! Founded only 12 months ago by Matthew Fairhurst and Gemma Connolly the couple were inspired when one of the guide dogs that they board decided to take a chunk out of a regular greetings card. Made from potato starch with edible ink designs the cards are vegan friendly as well as being a big hit with our four-legged friends. Originally the focus was just on birthday cards but now the range has expanded to cover every occasion. The range has developed from simply birthday cards to something for every occasion. www.scoffpaper.com Stand 6B17.
When it comes to play time Collarways have it sorted with their West Paw dogs toys. Made from sustainable recyclable plastic , including reclaimed ocean-bound plastic (Seaflex), the range includes the Drifty (a dishwasher friendly bone), the Saliz (a durable and light frisbee) and the Snorkl (for dogs who like bones, boomerangs and tug-of-war. A great range of durable, safe and sustainable toys for dogs to enjoy. www.collarways.co.uk 6B16.
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New date announced for next year’s Glee
The Glee team has confirmed that the 2022 event will move to a new date in order to meet the ever-developing needs of the garden retail sector. As a result, Glee 2022 will take place 28th-30th June...
The Glee team has confirmed that the 2022 event will move to a new date in order to meet the ever-developing needs of the garden retail sector. As a result, Glee 2022 will take place 28th-30th June.
Over several months, the Glee team undertook an in-depth consultation with key stakeholders, representing suppliers, retailers and trade associations. The outcome of these discussions was that a shift to a different time of year would better reflect, and support, the ongoing development of the garden retail supply chain and associated buying cycles.
This decision received unanimous support, and it has been confirmed that the annual Glee exhibition will take place in June, effective from 2022. The first show hosted under the new date line to take place on the 28th-30th, 2022.
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The David Colegrave Foundation (DCF) announced at Glee today that The Blue Diamond group of garden centres has donated £10,000 to provide a set of horticultural scholarships.
The awards will be in addition to the foundation’s existing scholarships, which support horticultural students as they target careers in the UK’s ornamental horticulture industry.
Blue Diamond CEO Alan Roper (second from right) is pictured shaking hands with DCF trustee Stuart Lowen, watched by fellow trustees, Caroline Owen of Scotsdale Garden Centre and broadcaster and writer Peter Seabrook (right) and Neil Gow.
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First launched at Glee 2018, the gorgeous rabbit figurine from leading garden décor manufacturer, Vivid Arts, has now raised over £10,000 for the Greenfingers charity.
Since 2018 the Vivid Arts rabbit has been sold throughout garden centres across the country, with gardeners being drawn by its cute styling including a garden spade and bearing the trademark Greenfingers green gloves. The realistic ornament, made from high-quality resin, stands at approximately 18cm high and since its launch has been supported by full POS material – and a special miniature rabbit collection box - to aid retailers in encouraging rabbit lovers and gift-givers to purchase the ornament in support of the charity.
Paul McGuire, Sales Director at Vivid Arts said: “It has been a privilege for Vivid Arts to work with the Greenfingers team over the last three years. It’s amazing that one short conversation resulted in two hundred and fifty bespoke collection boxes being distributed to collection points and over seven thousand “fundraiser Rabbits” being sold through the trade.
As a result, and thanks to the generous support of our trade customers, we have been able to raise £10,640 to help fund further magical Greenfingers projects. We’re so pleased we have been able to make a small contribution to such a worthy cause that supports life-limited children and their families in such a positive way. Brilliant people, brilliant cause.”
Linda Petrons, Director of Fundraising and Communications at Greenfingers said: “Our sincerest thanks to Vivid Arts for its incredible contribution to supporting Greenfingers and helping to place the charity in front of garden centre customers. The rabbit has become our unofficial mascot having been part of our fundraising efforts for so long, and we will be forever grateful for the profile it has helped to create for the Greenfingers charity amongst consumers as well as retailers.”
The Greenfingers team will be exhibiting in Hall 6 at 6A17, Vivid Arts will also be exhibiting at Glee alongside its Greenfingers Rabbit in Hall 20, stand D11.
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Greenfingers gardens update
With gardens at its heart, it is hardly surprising that the team at the Greenfingers charity is currently in the midst of several garden builds with many more on the horizon, together marking an incredibly busy year for the charity. Here we find out more about the gardens that will join the Greenfingers roster in 2021 and beyond...
With gardens at its heart, it is hardly surprising that the team at the Greenfingers charity is currently in the midst of several garden builds with many more on the horizon, together marking an incredibly busy year for the charity. Here we find out more about the gardens that will join the Greenfingers roster in 2021 and beyond.
St Oswald’s Hospice – Newcastle
There is no question that the pandemic has impacted the garden builds earmarked for Greenfingers’ 2020 and 2021 to-do lists. The 61st garden – St Oswald’s in Newcastle – saw its grand opening delayed due to COVID-19, a new date will be announced shortly. This new garden includes a play area with accessible play equipment, as well as the existing summerhouse which has been given a makeover, complemented with new seating areas and a stunning willow wall to add impact and interesting architectural lines.
Haven House - Woodford Green, Essex
Over at Haven House in Essex, the garden has been transformed thanks to the incredible efforts of the team at AMES who took part in a planting day, helping to bed in some of the 1,000 plants kindly donated by Scotscapes Landscaping and using compost donating by Evergreen Garden Care. These plants have joined the existing planting scheme created by Stewarts Landscapes, who have been bringing to life the vision for the garden created by award-winning RHS Chelsea designer, Tom Hoblyn. Further donations have also come from Smart Garden and The Solar Centre, both providing gorgeous lights to help bring the garden to life during the night.
Ty Hafan - Vale of Glamorgan
Greenfingers 63rd garden has broken ground at Ty Hafan in the Vale of Glamorgan. As one of the UK’s leading paediatric palliative care services, offering care to children and support for their families throughout Wales, a sensory garden was a much-needed part of the support on offer and, of course, Greenfingers was only too happy to help. This new garden space, designed by Victoria Wade, has been designed to increase biodiversity, sustainability and will be a haven for wildlife, enabling the children to connect with the natural world. We are grateful to The Heritage Lottery, the Postcode Lottery and many more friends of Greenfingers for supporting this project.
The Nook – Norfolk
East Anglia’s Children Hospice’s (EACH) newest site The Nook – officially opened by HRH, The Duchess of Cambridge in 2019 – is set to become one of Greenfingers’ flagship garden projects, Thanks to generous donations from leading skincare brand, Clarins and the Leisure and Outdoor Furniture Association (LOFA), the work to start the Nest & Reflect Garden along with some of the gardens infrastructure will begin in earnest shortly.
Designed by Ann-Marie Powell, this special space – the first of many gardens to be built at The Nook – will feature quiet corners where families can relax together, whilst a racetrack for wheelchairs, wind mobiles, a forest school and a bright outdoor classroom with a green roof amongst a meadow and plenty of beautiful trees, all connected by accessible winding pathways will complete this garden which is designed to encourage participation and not just spectating.
Forthcoming gardens
Three additional Greenfingers gardens are also in the first stages of development.
Demelza Hospice Care for Children, based in Sittingbourne – the site of Greenfingers’ first-ever garden - has recently seen Andrew Fisher Tomlin from multi-award-winning garden designers, Fisher Tomlin & Bowyer, appointed as designer for this project. Andrew has previously created the stunning ‘Let’s Explore’ garden at Richard House Children’s Hospice in East London and will be looking to work his magic again at Demelza where the garden space will be refreshed for the first time since its creation back in 1999.
Greenfingers is also working with Derian House in Chorley and Jigsaw Children’s Hospice in Carlisle. The charity looks forward to both gardens coming to life in 2022.
Garden Makeovers
Thanks to a generous donation from a private donor, the charity is now able to revisit hospices they have worked with in the past to ensure their very old Greenfingers gardens continue to be useable spaces. Helen & Douglas House in Oxford and Keech Hospice Care in Luton have recently benefitted from the initiative.
Linda Petrons, Director of Fundraising & Communications said: “We’re so pleased that, despite the pressures of the pandemic, we are able to continue to create gardens at a wide range of locations. All the hospices we are working with are so deserving of these garden spaces, and we are so appreciative to every person, team, company, designer and product donation that come together to make each garden possible.
“We look forward to sharing further details regarding the development of all our gardens in the coming months.”
Find out more
To find out more about Greenfingers Charity, and how to get involved in a range of fundraising events please email Linda@greenfingerscharity.org.uk.
You can also join in the conversation by joining Greenfingers on social media - https://www.facebook.com/Greenfingerscharity/, @GreenfingersCha on Twitter, and @Greenfingerscharity on Instagram and LinkedIn.
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TV gardener David Domoney partners with Garantia
To continue his ongoing campaign to try to make gardening sustainable and enjoyable to as many people as possible, David Domoney has teamed up with Garantia to encourage people to harvest rainwater, make their own compost and grow their own fruit and vegetables...
To continue his ongoing campaign to try to make gardening sustainable and enjoyable to as many people as possible, David Domoney has teamed up with Garantia to encourage people to harvest rainwater, make their own compost and grow their own fruit and vegetables.
Garantia use recycled plastic to make raised beds, water butts, and composters, making it easy for beginner gardeners and keen gardeners alike looking to grow more sustainably.
There are many steps that can be taken to keep your garden growing gloriously, whilst being kind to nature. In partnering with Garantia, David Domoney is hoping to spread these eco-friendly values to gardens of Britain with tips on composting, water conservation, and the goodness of growing your own.
David said: “Making the most of the resources in your garden and creating a space that is self-sufficient is a fantastic goal to have. The journey is made all the more enjoyable when you can see the process before your eyes. I want to help demystify the processes in your garden and why they’re so important and beneficial.”
Garantia are a manufacturer of plastic products, specialising in water butts, compost bins, and growing aids. Priding themselves on their products being produced using 100% recycled materials, the products are not only high-quality but are beneficial to the environment in their manufacture and purpose.
David went on to say: “Each year, around 205 billion litres of water is thought to be used by UK homeowners outside each year, with most of that for the garden. We should make the most of the regular rainfall we get in the UK and use it to water our prized plants, so we aren’t relying on mains water.” Garantia’s range of water butts aren’t only practical but are available in a huge range of shapes, sizes, and styles to suit any garden design. With some designs topped with a planter for embellishment, they add even more planting opportunities to the space.
Patrick Thick from Garantia added: “We are very excited to be working with David Domoney to help more people make the most of their garden. You can have such a positive impact by using rainwater instead of mains water and by producing your own compost from green waste in your garden. The physical and mental health benefits of gardening and living sustainably, can help so many and we look forward to educating people on these benefits with the help of David’s experience and expertise.”
Together, Garantia and David Domoney hope to encourage people to grow their own, advising products that are practical and purposeful. For example, raised beds that are flexible to create accessible and perfectly suited planting spaces and Thermo-Wood Compost Bin with decorative wood-effect design.
Through engaging videos, top garden tips, and fantastic competitions, the partnership will encourage all gardeners to make the most of their garden and the resources available. With the right knowledge and products, they can get growing in an eco-friendly way.
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Name that Seed Mix!
Copdock Mill are using Glee as an opportunity to engage with retailers by asking them to vote for the name of their new bird seed mix, which includes aniseed...
Copdock Mill are using Glee as an opportunity to engage with retailers by asking them to vote for the name of their new bird seed mix, which includes aniseed.
Visitors to the stand can vote for their preferred name from the following options:- Attract More Birds, Birds that Brunch, Enchanted Delight, Wild Attraction and Twitter Party with the winning name being announced on Thursday.
A family-owned business, Copdock Mill, have been producing wild bird food for 45 years. As well as the usual favourite mixes to attract specific birds they have recently added new varieties including Caramel Crumble (for those birds with a sweeter beak) and Winter Berry Feast (which includes rowan berries).
These developments, along with the yet to be named mix, aim to appeal to a new audience of customers that may have started feeding the birds through lockdown and taking more interest in the wildlife around them.
The Copdock Mill team have joined up with Songbird Survival – a national charity that funds research into song bird decline and provides advice and solutions on how to reverse this worrying trend. Over the last 50 years there has been a reduction of 50% of song birds in the UK.
Copdock Mill have provided the charity with £25,000 over the course of their initial two year partnership – helping to fund important research and raise awareness through adding information to the product packaging.
Visit Copdock Mill at 7B37. Don’t forget to vote for your favourite name!
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Pop along to the CPL stand (20K14) for the chance to £50 worth of John Lewis Vouchers which the company is giving away each day.
How? Simply pose for a ‘selfie’(just like CPL’s Chris Foy and Russel Haigh, pictured here) in the Homefire frame, post it on Instagram using the hashtag they’ll give you and you’ll be entered in the daily draw.
Good luck!
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GTN September, Glee Preview Issue, on-line here
In this issue of news and information for garden centre professionals:
- Westland Glee Preview.
- Retailers look forward to Glee, comment from Mike Burks, Gerald Ingram, Matthew Bent, Andy Bunker, Simon Bourne, Kev Turley, British Garden Centres, Julian Winfield, Carol Paris and John Birch.
- A Glee Greeting from Woodmansterne.
- Glee 2021 – GTN’s Preview.
- Glee 2021 Show Plan and Exhibitor List.
- Whats On “The Stage” at Glee 2021.
- Onduline success at Alton Garden Centre.
- New Products at Glee – a sneak preview of Glee New Product Award entries.
- GTN Bestsellers – August garden centre sales analysis and charts in sample issue.
- HTA Column – Boyd Douglas-Davies signs off as HTA President.
GTN September 2021 - Excited to be back at Glee, GTN's Glee 2021 Preview
In this issue of news and information for garden centre professionals:
- Westland Glee Preview.
- Retailers look forward to Glee, comment from Mike Burks, Gerald Ingram, Matthew Bent, Andy Bunker, Simon Bourne, Kev Turley, British Garden Centres, Julian Winfield, Carol Paris and John Birch.
- A Glee Greeting from Woodmansterne.
- Glee 2021 – GTN’s Preview.
- Glee 2021 Show Plan and Exhibitor List.
- Whats On “The Stage” at Glee 2021.
- Onduline success at Alton Garden Centre.
- New Products at Glee – a sneak preview of Glee New Product Award entries.
- GTN Bestsellers – August garden centre sales analysis and charts in sample issue.
- HTA Column – Boyd Douglas-Davies signs off as HTA President.
Read the embedded issue above or use this link: https://issuu.com/gardentradenews/docs/gtn_september_2021?fr=sYTI5OTQyMzYyMTc
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