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Give your plants an MOT for National Houseplant Week

As the January chill sets in and days feel shorter, British Garden Centres urges houseplant owners across the UK to give their indoor green companions a check-up at home during National Houseplant Week

British Garden Centres welcomes Dronfield Garden Centre as its 74th site following Ferndale acquisition

The centre officially joined the group in early January and will now trade as Dronfield Garden Centre, bringing the group’s total number of sites to 74 and marking another significant step in the company’s ambitious growth across the UK.

Colour, calm and conscious choices: British Garden Centres’ 2026 gardening trends

Gardens across the UK are set to be more popular than ever in 2026, as people look for outdoor spaces that are beautiful, low-maintenance, and good for their wellbeing.

Market Weighton home crowned winner in British Garden Centres’ “Light Up Your House” competition

The festive spectacular belongs to local resident and Macmillan fundraiser Sheila Turner, who entered through Langlands Garden Centre in Shiptonthorpe.

Refurbished Gardener’s Retreat restaurants reopen at Paddock Wood and Langlands Garden Centre

Paddock Wood and Langlands Garden Centre are excited to announce that they have opened their refreshed Gardener’s Retreat restaurants on 15th December, featuring a refurbished look, brand new menu, and traditional carvery.

British Garden Centres’ guide to tablescaping for Christmas

While the tree always takes centre stage, this year the focus is shifting towards the dining table, a place to gather, share delicious food, and make lasting memories.

British Garden Centres smashes 2024 total and raises £52,000 for Greenfingers Charity

Team BGC presented the charity with a cheque for an incredible £52,000, raised through the charity’s 25th anniversary year, packed with fundraising activities across its 73 garden centres nationwide.

British Garden Centres’ guide to making Christmas wreaths and garlands with natural finds from your garden

Christmas is just around the corner, and if you’re looking to bring a bit of the outdoors inside, we have some simple ideas for making your own wreaths and garlands using natural materials from your garden, local store or walks.

Celebrate Poinsettia Day and bring the magic of Christmas indoors with festive houseplants

Celebrating the nation’s favourite Christmas plant, this special day marks the perfect opportunity to start decking your home with colourful indoor greenery that embodies the joy of the season. Here are our top picks for festive houseplants.

British Garden Centres’ guide to choosing and caring for your real Christmas tree

Bringing home a real Christmas tree marks the start of the festive season and fills your home with that unmistakable scent of pine. For many families, a real tree takes pride of place at the heart of their celebrations.

How to choose the perfect artificial Christmas tree with British Garden Centres

For many households, an artificial tree is the ideal choice, offering all the beauty of a real fir without the need for ongoing care, but remaining the focal point of the home.

Light Up Christmas and nominate a Community Hero to win a £100 gift voucher

This Christmas, customers are invited to nominate someone truly special, whether it be a friend, neighbour, colleague, or local hero who deserves a little extra sparkle and recognition during the festive season.

How to protect and prepare your garden for the cold season with winter gardening advice from British Garden Centres

As the days grow shorter and the temperature dips, gardeners across the UK are turning their attention to protecting their plants and preparing their gardens for the cold months ahead.

Transform your garden this National Tree Week with British Garden Centres

British Garden Centres has put together this guide to understand why now is an excellent season for tree planting, what types of trees to select, and how to care for them through the colder months.

British Garden Centres supports DIY SOS for Children in Need

British Garden Centres is delighted to have supplied a plant contribution through its Tarporley store to the inspiring DIY SOS for BBC Children in Need project, which recently completed an incredible build for The Joshua Tree charity in Northwich.

British Garden Centres’ guide to planting cell grown & bareroot hedging

Autumn is the perfect time to plant a hedge, especially for anyone new to gardening. At this time of year, cell grown and bareroot hedging plants are dormant, which helps their roots settle easily into the soil without stress.

Discover British Garden Centres’ magical Christmas themes for 2025

Whether you’re dreaming of a classic look or a modern statement, every style and home is catered for in this year’s stunning collection, guaranteed to #LightUpChristmas.

British Garden Centres launches Christmas “Light Up Your House” competition

This Christmas, British Garden Centres is inviting homeowners across the country to spread festive joy and light up their streets as part of its #LightUpChristmas campaign with the launch of its sparkling new competition, Light Up Your House.

Create the perfect winter garden with British Garden Centres

With the right plants and a little care, you can enjoy a beautiful outdoor space full of colour and interest throughout the winter months.

British Garden Centres launches festive TV advert to Light Up Christmas

British Garden Centres is proud to announce the launch of its new heartwarming festive TV advert to light up Christmas this year.

Nottingham residents win British Garden Centres’ “Decorate Your Autumn Door” competition

British Garden Centres is delighted to announce the winner of its 2025 “Decorate Your Autumn Door” competition, celebrating the best autumnal door decorations across the UK.

Big Top magic comes to Langlands and Woodborough Green Garden Centres this Christmas

This December, Christmas at British Garden Centres will be bigger, brighter, and more magical than ever as the sparkle of the season meets the excitement of the circus.

Brigg Garden Centre announces exciting half-term Halloween events

Brigg Garden Centre is set to become the centre of Halloween festivities this October half term, inviting families to enjoy a programme packed with creative and spooky activities.

Fresh look and fresh flavours as new restaurant opens at Hitchin Garden Centre

Hitchin Garden Centre is delighted to announce the official opening of its brand new Gardener’s Retreat restaurant, following a major redevelopment that has transformed the dining space into a modern, welcoming destination for local residents.

British Garden Centres launches Christmas with new campaign and even more exclusive festive products

British Garden Centres is officially launching Christmas 2025 on September 19th, inviting customers across the UK to step into a world of festive wonder.

The Entertainer announces latest expansion with British Garden Centres

Britain’s toy shop, The Entertainer, is partnering with the UK’s largest family-run garden centre group, British Garden Centres, to open branded toy concessions in stores across the country.

Restaurant refurbishment and new jobs on the menu at Hitchin Garden Centre

The development, part of British Garden Centres’ ongoing investment programme, will not only enhance the dining experience at the Cambridge Road store but also generate 15 new jobs in the Hitchin area.

Autumn’s nectar boost – The best late season plants for pollinators

Pollinators face a diminishing supply of nectar and pollen as the days shorten, and we head into the autumn season. While spring and summer offer a hive of activity for our bees and butterflies, the cooler months can prove challenging.

British Garden Centres launches national Decorate Your Door this Autumn competition

From seasonal foliage to autumnal wreaths, berried plants, lanterns and harvest inspired displays, the competition is all about showcasing the warmth and vibrancy of autumn right on your doorstep.

Woodthorpe and Brigg Garden Centre celebrate milestone birthdays

Woodthorpe celebrated 35 years since it was first founded, kickstarting the entire British Garden Centres’ phenomenal growth journey, while Brigg marked its 25th year as the group’s flagship site.

British Garden Centres’ guide to instant autumn magic in your outdoor space

When you think of autumn gardens, do you imagine dull leaves and fading flowers? You couldn’t be more wrong.

From Lincolnshire fields to the nation’s gardens – Britain Garden Centres turns 35

From a single site in Woodthorpe, Lincolnshire, in 1990, British Garden Centres’ phenomenal growth has continued with the announcement of major acquisitions this year, making them the largest family-run garden centre group by stores in the country.

Join us for a double celebration as Woodthorpe and Brigg Garden Centres mark major milestones in British Garden Centres’ 35th anniversary year

This August Bank Holiday, British Garden Centres is inviting the community to two very special events.

British Garden Centres’ top ten sun-loving plants to brighten your outdoors

As the UK experienced its fourth heatwave of the summer, with temperatures regularly climbing to 30°c, gardeners are looking for plants that prove themselves as reliable stars in hot temperatures and that can thrive in challenging conditions.

Fill your summer nights with fragrance with British Garden Centres

As daylight fades, certain flowers release intoxicating scents, drawing in a selection of night-flying moths, bats, and other nocturnal visitors.

British Garden Centres’ guide to retro flowers that are blooming again

This nostalgic trend blends vintage charm with sustainability, offering beautiful, pollinator friendly plants that connect us to traditional English garden heritage.

British Garden Centres’ ideas for fun upcycled plant containers for kids to try over summer

As a parent, are you always looking for ways to entertain your children over the school holidays? Why not get them outside in the garden, unleash some creativity and help them develop a connection with the natural world this summer?

Ready, set, grow for National Allotment Week with British Garden Centres

National Allotment Week (11th–17th August ) is just around the corner, with August being a great time for sowing and planting a wide variety of crops that will provide a fresh, nutrient-packed harvest well into the colder months and early next year.

Bring your home to life with British Garden Centres’ top picks for cut flowers

We’ve handpicked the best plants, all grown right here in our nurseries, to help you create stunning cut flower arrangements.

Join us for the Weighton Wolds Rotary Club Classic Car Show at Langlands Garden Centre

Langlands will once again host the Weighton Wolds Rotary Club’s Annual Charity Classic Car Show over the Bank Holiday weekend on Sunday, August 24th, and Monday, August 25th, 2025.

British Garden Centres announces the next generation, Amy Stubbs, as Managing Director

British Garden Centres is delighted to announce the appointment of eldest daughter, Amy Stubbs, as Managing Director alongside her father, Charles Stubbs and uncle, Robert.

How to ensure your garden thrives while you’re on your summer holiday

A summer holiday is often the highlight of the year, but for every gardener, it can also mean worrying about your garden, plants and lawn whilst you are away.

British Garden Centres’ tips on gardening during a hosepipe ban

Water companies have begun bringing in hosepipe bans in some regions. But don’t worry, as you can still keep your garden looking great without using too much water.

British Garden Centres celebrates another event debut at RHS Wentworth Woodhouse

British Garden Centres continued its successful event season at the very first RHS Wentworth Woodhouse Flower Show, raising awareness of the brand in Yorkshire’s spectacular new horticultural setting.

British Garden Centres’ top ten groundcover plants

Whether you have a sunny slope or a shady corner, groundcover plants are perfect for filling tricky spots where other plants might struggle.

Join our summer holiday fun activities at Brigg Garden Centre

Brigg Garden Centre is excited to announce the return of its popular Kids Weeks this summer.

Why feeding your plants is more important than ever this summer

Feeding your plants over summer goes a long way, so the team at British Garden Centres has put together some feeding advice to help your garden thrive.

Join the flutter with British Garden Centres for the Big Butterfly Count

As the Big Butterfly Count approaches (18th July to 10th August), British Garden Centres is encouraging gardeners to create nectar-rich gardens that attract and support butterflies throughout the summer and beyond.

Engines ready as Burford House Garden Centre’s motor show returns this August

The much anticipated Burford House Car Show will return on Sunday, August 3rd, in the historic grounds of Burford House and garden centre, and it is shaping up to be a highlight of the summer for car lovers and families alike.

How to make the most out of your fruit bushes and trees this summer

If you’re new to gardening, caring for fruit plants might feel a bit daunting, but the team at British Garden Centres has put together this easy to follow guide

British Garden Centres’ guide to getting started with balcony gardening

If you’re new to gardening and only have a balcony to work with, don’t worry, as you can still plant something beautiful and rewarding, even in the smallest of spaces

British Garden Centres wins 4 Flower Plant Village Award at first Hampton Court show

This was the first time the family owned group had exhibited at the show, using the opportunity to raise its profile and increase awareness of its 73 stores to a wider audience.

How to create a pet friendly garden with British Garden Centres

With the UK being a nation of pet lovers, it’s a good idea to think about making your garden a safe and happy place for them to enjoy.

Grow your own cocktail garden this summer

Whether you’re celebrating with family over a classic G&T or winding down after a busy day with a homemade mojito, there’s something special about adding a fresh, homegrown garnish to your favourite drink.

Enjoy a slice of paradise and create your own tropical garden with British Garden Centres

British Garden Centres has put together this comprehensive guide to designing and planting your tropical style garden, packed with expert tips and plant recommendations to bring the holiday vibe home.

British Garden Centres’ top summer veggies to be growing now

With the UK’s summer now in full swing and the solstice just gone, the next few weeks offer gardeners a golden window to sow and grow many vegetables and herbs.

British Garden Centres’ top biennial plants to sow now for a stunning garden next year

June is the perfect month to sow biennial plants that will burst into life the following spring and summer. We have put together the top biennials to be sown now to ensure a spectacular garden show next year.

British Garden Centres’ essential guide to drought resilient gardening in a heatwave

With many parts of the UK currently in drought, plants, lawns, and soil are struggling to cope with the dry conditions, but the team has put together some simple, practical advice to help gardens survive and stay healthy.

British Garden Centres to make debut at RHS Hampton and Wentworth

Following on from another extremely successful show at BBC Gardeners’ World Live, we are excited to announce that we will be exhibiting for the very first time at not one, but two more gardening events this July.

Winnersh Garden Centre helps Woodley school children bloom in gardening competition

Young gardeners from Woodley’s primary schools came together last week for the annual Year 1 School Tray Garden Competition, proudly supported by Winnersh Garden Centre.

Multiply your garden with summer plant cuttings tips from British Garden Centres

June is the perfect time to grow your garden with new plants, and it is easy to create more plants for free by taking cuttings.

How to maximise a small outdoor space with British Garden Centres

British Garden Centres has put together some tips to help you transform your small garden or balcony just in time for the summer season.

British Garden Centres launches exclusive ‘Bountiful Pink’ with YPHA

This exciting plant debut marks a significant milestone for both British Garden Centres and the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) and will be available at selected BGC centres across the UK.

Celebrate Rose Awareness Week with British Garden Centres

From June 16th to 22nd, British Garden Centres is encouraging gardeners to take part in Rose Awareness Week, a special event dedicated to showcasing the beauty, elegance, fragrance and colours of roses that can be grown in any outdoor space.

British Garden Centres unveils ultimate Father’s Day gift guide

Whether your father is a passionate gardener, a BBQ king, a creative hobbyist, or simply someone who enjoys the simple pleasures of relaxation, we have the perfect gift to make your dad’s day truly memorable.

Sit pretty this summer with British Garden Centres’ outdoor living trendsn

No matter the size or style of your outdoor area, this year’s trends are designed to help you create a space that’s as inviting throughout the summer months.

British Garden Centres’ step-by-step guide to creating a succulent garden

If you’re new to growing succulents, picking the right plants can make a big difference, and the team at British Garden Centres has put together the best and easiest succulents for beginners.

Bridging the June gap in your outdoor space with British Garden Centres

As the calendar turns to June, many gardeners across the UK experience a lull in their outdoor space, also known as the “June gap.”

British Garden Centres’ essential guide to plant protection

Even though we are now in spring, protecting your plants over the next few weeks is essential to ensure a healthy and vibrant garden as we transition into summer.

Create the perfect alfresco dining experience for National BBQ Week with British Garden Centres

The perfect occasion to transform your garden into an outdoor room of style, comfort, and tasty treats. The team at British Garden Centres has the perfect advice and range to elevate your alfresco dining experience.

British Garden Centres’ guide to create RHS Chelsea’s top garden trends at home

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 took place last week and is the pinnacle of the gardening calendar, showcasing a vibrant mix of horticulture, show gardens and new plants.

Understanding plant feeds with British Garden Centres

British Garden Centres has put together a guide so you can understand the main types of plant feed and how to use them for bigger, healthier, and happier plants.

British Garden Centres’ guide to easy-to-grow plants for children to enjoy during National Children’s Gardening Week

With National Children’s Gardening Week around the corner (24 May to 1 June 2025), British Garden Centres is encouraging families to get outside and get growing with a selection of easy-to-grow plants perfect for children.

Our guide to conserving water and drought-tolerant plants after a record dry spring

Following the driest March and April in England since 1961, British Garden Centres has put together some top tips on conserving water and the best plants for dry conditions.

British Garden Centres’ recommendations for creating a pollinator-friendly garden this World Bee Day

How can you support our buzzing friends in your garden? We have some top tips to make your garden bee-friendly all year round.

British Garden Centres’ top tips to keep your garden thriving on International Plant Health Day

Plant diseases are usually caused by fungi, bacteria, or viruses, so knowing what causes these diseases and what they look like can help you keep your plants healthy

Celebrate World Topiary Day with British Garden Centres

To celebrate World Topiary Day, which takes place on May 12th, British Garden Centres has put together a guide to the best plants and tools to help you get started with this craft.

British Garden Centres’ guide to the top climbing plants to grow now

Climbing plants are great for small outdoor spaces as they transform walls, fences, and trellises into lush, blooming areas without taking up ground space.

Make your own home compost with British Garden Centres guide

In celebration of International Compost Awareness Week, which takes place from May 4th to 10th, here are some top tips to inspire gardeners across the UK to embrace home composting

How to rewild your garden with No Mow May

British Garden Centres has put together some tips on how you can participate in No Mow May and transform your gardens into vital refuges for bees, butterflies, and other wildlife.

British Garden Centres return to BBC Gardeners’ World Live as Theatre Sponsor

The event, an annual staple in the gardeners’ calendar, takes place at the Birmingham NEC from June 12^th to 15^th, and promises a fun celebration of all things horticulture, innovative garden design, and expert advice.

Spring gardening terminology made easy with British Garden Centres

To help beginners grow with confidence, as part of the #StepintoSpring campaign, the team at British Garden Centres have put together this guide to understanding plants and terminology, making it easier than ever to revitalise and grow in your outdoor space.

British Garden Centres wins Gold medal for Greenfingers garden at Harrogate Spring Flower Show

British Garden Centres is excited to announce it has won Gold at Harrogate’s Spring show with its show garden “The Butterfly Garden”, designed to raise awareness for Greenfingers Charity.

Step into spring: The vegetables you should be planting in your garden right now

British Garden Centres takes a look at the vegetables and fruits you can be planting now for some fresh, tasty treats later this year.

British Garden Centres’ beginner gardening tips for a beautiful outdoor space this National Gardening Week

RHS’ National Gardening Week is fast approaching and taking place from April 28 to May 4, 2025. This year, the theme is for new and beginner gardeners and helping to support them on their journey.

Further growth for British Garden Centres as it acquires Hayes Garden World

British Garden Centres announced the acquisition of the well-known establishment, which has been operating since the early 19th century.

British Garden Centres’ guide to egg-citing Easter garden activities for families

British Garden Centres has some great Easter garden ideas that your family can enjoy, and your kids will love over the long weekend.

British Garden Centres’ guide to the shrubs you should be planting in your garden right now

Whether you’re looking for a colourful display, evergreen interest or supporting wildlife, British Garden Centres has put together this guide on the best shrubs to plant now.

British Garden Centres’ tips for herb growing success

Growing an indoor herb garden is easier than you think and doesn’t take up much space. All you need is a sunny windowsill to start growing in our containers or troughs.

British Garden Centres’ guide to spring bulbs aftercare

The team at British Garden Centres has put together this comprehensive step-by-step guide to help you with aftercare once your spring bulbs after they’ve flowered.

Nicki Chapman reopens Northampton Garden Centre ready for Easter

TV presenter Nicki Chapman performed the ribbon-cutting ceremony as visitors waited to see the new store on Newport Pagnell Rd, Wootton.

How to plant alpines – the little rock stars of your garden

From the rocky hills, straight to your outdoor space, these compact little rock stars take up little room and are perfectly suited to rockeries, patio pots and troughs, or in your flowers.

British Garden Centres raises £20,000 for Garden Re-Leaf Day

Friday, March 21st, saw the UK’s largest family-run garden centre group organise various events in its 72 stores across the UK

British Garden Centres to create show garden at Harrogate for Greenfingers

British Garden Centres is excited to announce it is creating a show garden, working with renowned garden designer Pip Probert, to raise awareness for Greenfingers Charity at the Harrogate Spring Flower Show next month.

Unlock spring growth with British Garden Centres’ guide to thriving houseplants

Spring is here, and your houseplants are waking up! British Garden Centres has put together a simple guide to help you look after your indoor plants this spring.

Join Adrian Bloom in May and experience Bressingham Gardens’ spring splendour

As featured on Monty Don’s British Gardens on the BBC, tickets are now available for a visit to these beautiful gardens, located in the heart of the Norfolk countryside.

British Garden Centres guide to the best conservatory plants

British Garden Centres has compiled a guide featuring selected plants that will thrive in the bright, warm conditions of your conservatory, helping you create an indoor paradise.

MP Alan Mak reopens Havant Garden Centre ready for spring

Havant Garden Centre had its grand reopening at the weekend after being acquired by British Garden Centres, with Havant MP Alan Mak cutting the ribbon as visitors queued for a first look at the new store.

David Domoney opens Rugby Garden Centre to eager crowds

David Domoney officially cut the ribbon and put the store on Straight Mile firmly back on the map.

Cirquoise Circus to bring Easter excitement to Albrighton Garden Centre

This family-friendly event will be running over the school holidays and promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with breathtaking acts, dazzling costumes, and incredible talent.

David Domoney opens a revitalised Gloucester Garden Centre

Gloucester reopened this weekend in glorious sunshine with gardener and TV presenter David Domoney officially cutting the ribbon at the Bath Road location.

Adam Frost opens Heighley Gate Garden Centre

Garden designer and TV presenter Adam Frost officially cut the ribbon and putting the Heighley Gate store in Morpeth firmly back on the map.

Tring Garden Centre gears up for Garden Re-Leaf Day

Tring Garden Centre will once again host the annual fundraiser for Garden Re-Leaf Day, which supports Greenfingers Charity which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.

Embracing World Wildlife Day with British Garden Centres

British Garden Centres has put together some tips on how you can help on World Wildlife Day and beyond to help protect biodiversity.

Shinfield Garden Centre reopens to huge crowds

The refurbished centre and restaurant were busy with customers early on, with queues of people snaking around the car park wanting to shop for their gardens.

Gosforth Garden Centre NOW OPEN after a successful launch weekend!

Gosforth Garden Centre saw a phenomenal reopening this weekend, with queues of excited shoppers eager to experience the transformation and see inside the new store.

British Garden Centres guide to the summer bulbs you should be planting right now

Whether you prefer bold and bright blooms or delicate and fragrant flowers, there’s a summer bulb out there for you. 

How to choose your planting style with British Garden Centres

The plant team at British Garden Centres discuss the different types of garden styles and how to choose the right one for your outdoor space.

British Garden Centres expands further with Dobbies Rugby and Northampton

These additions bring the total number of centres to 72, cementing the phenomenal growth of the company as the go-to garden retail operator in the UK.

How to help birds thrive for National Nestbox Week

National Nestbox Week takes place from February 14^th – 21^st and it is a fantastic opportunity to give our garden birds a helping hand as they prepare for the breeding season.  

Find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift with British Garden Centres

Whether it’s remembering that they need a new pair of secateurs or picking up their favourite chocolates, take a look at our guide to thoughtful gifts that are sure to please anyone.

British Garden Centres grows further!

British Garden Centres is delighted to announce another addition to the family, acquiring the former Dobbies site in Havant.  This takes the group up to 70 centres, an extremely exciting milestone for the family-run business.

British Garden Centres chooses Greenfingers for its charity of the year

British Garden Centres has announced its main charity support for 2025 – Greenfingers Charity which celebrates its 25th birthday this year.

British Garden Centres confirms acquisition of Dobbies Morpeth

British Garden Centres has today announced the acquisition of the Dobbies centre in Morpeth, taking its portfolio to 69 sites.