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Welcome to the June 2026 Edition of Garden Centre Connect, the monthly product showcase for Garden related products and services. Each month Garden Centre Connect keeps you up-to-date on both new and trusted ranges from key suppliers as well as all the latest products and services available to you. Our June edition features a host of great Garden, Homeware, Pet and Gift products. We also highlight seven great trade shows for you to attend presenting the best in luxury outdoor living, furniture, pets, kidswear, menswear, womenswear and gifts. To guarantee you receive future issues please register below. |
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SOLEX 2026 - Celebrate the
Best in Outdoor Living. Discover the very best in luxury
outdoor living at SOLEX 2026, taking place 7-9th July at the NEC,
Birmingham. Experience leading brands showcasing premium garden
furniture, stylish shading, outdoor cooking, elegant décor, leisure
buildings, heating solutions, and must-have accessories - all
crafted to elevate outdoor spaces. |
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Taking place at Manchester Central
from 5-6 July 2026, Manchester Furniture Show is
the UK’s favourite summer furniture exhibition, bringing together
120+ leading brands, and showcasing 25,000+ products. It’s where
visitors explore new collections, discover trends, and connect with
industry peers all under one roof. |
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The Jolly Little Grill
by Metartal is a compact, flat-pack live-fire grill
built for spontaneous outdoor cooking. Made from stainless steel, it
assembles in under a minute and packs neatly into its carry case. A
distinctive, high-end product that can also be custom branded -
giving retailers something genuinely different. Call or
email today. |
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Made in Wales from recycled whelk
shells, Shell on Earth offers a sustainable,
visually striking alternative to traditional mulches and gravels.
Ideal for pots, pathways and top dressing, their products help
suppress weeds, retain moisture and brighten displays - a
proven conversation starter and strong garden centre
seller. |
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Buzz Box brings something
genuinely new to garden centres, attracting new customers
by making beekeeping accessible and retail-friendly. A complete
beginner's kit with clear guidance and quality materials, it works
as a premium gift or project purchase, backed by solid
margins, staff training, and strong after-sales
support. |
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Field Studies Council
is one of the UK’s leading publishers of wildlife
identification guides, full of beautifully illustrated and annotated
images. Get ready for fungi season with their WildID guides designed
for beginners and enthusiasts. Guides are compact, lightweight and
splashproof. Email or call them today for further
information. |
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Eggologic is a new
line of innovative, wall-mounted garden products that
will help your customers easily bring more plants and nature
into their space - especially small and urban gardens.
Created by a team of product designers and biologists, their
100% sustainably-made garden and wildlife pods have been refined
through years of testing. |
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Frenchic are proud
champions of the independent retailer. Their
award-winning chalk paint becomes much more than just an ‘add-on’ to
your business it becomes an integral part of it. Loved by interior
creatives and environmentally conscious DIY enthusiasts alike,
Frenchic Paint has taken the chalk paint world by
storm. |
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Ace Lawn from
Johnsons Lawn Seed combines Tetraploid
Perennial Ryegrass, Red Fescue and Microclover® to create a
resilient, multipurpose lawn. Unlike traditional clover,
Microclover® has uniquely small leaves that integrate seamlessly
with grass, producing a consistent green finish and a beautifully
balanced lawn. |
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PATS, the UK's dedicated
pet industry trade show, returns to the NEC Birmingham, 27–29
September 2026. Discover the latest products, meet leading
suppliers and get ahead of market trends. Free to attend for qualifying trade
visitors. |
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Tavo has an
uncompromising belief that life is better for pets and people when
it’s shared. While their product design focuses on the security
of both the pet and vehicle occupants in the event of a collision,
they are also crafted with ease of use in mind. Their innovative
solutions ensure your customers faithful companions can be along for
the ride. |
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On 5-6 July 2026 at Cranmore
Park, the INDX
National Kidswear Show and the INDX
National Kids Footwear Show will unveil the latest
kids' fashion, accessories, and footwear. Brands include Kite,
Mayoral, Frugi, Emile & Rose, Lelli Kelly, Primigi, Geox and TT
Kids. |
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INDX
National Menswear Show returns to Cranmore
Park 12-14 July 2026. Discover the trends and
collections that will shape your next season. Featuring the perfect
mix of leading labels, must-have brands, and exciting new ranges
from over 160 brands spanning Menswear, Footwear, and
Accessories. |
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Don't just follow the trends,
define them with INDX
Woman, the womenswear industry's destination trade show
for fashion, footwear, and accessories. Register
Now to discover the latest collections from leading
labels, must-have brands, and style innovators. With market
insights, trend inspiration, onsite events, and networking
opportunities; reignite your range planning with over 130
brands. |
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Join Home & Gift
Buyers' Festival in Harrogate from 19-22 July 2026, retail's
favourite summer sourcing event. Discover 20,000+ products
from 500+ brands, including 25% new exhibitors, and uncover fresh
inspiration, future bestsellers, and exciting new launches in a
relaxed summer setting. |
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Nova Leathers is a
trusted importer and distributor of handbags, representing the
Nova Leathers, David Jones and
Spirit brands. Proudly supporting independent
retailers, department stores and the thriving garden centre
sector, they bring over 40 years’ experience,
delivering stylish collections, dependable service and
flexible ordering. |
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Perfect affordable gift items including
handmade ceramic buttons, brooches, pendant necklaces, earrings,
cufflinks and hanging decorations. Stockwell
Ceramics supply museum shops, galleries and gift shops
including the V&A Museum, Chatsworth House, Towner Art Gallery
and many more. Bespoke products available. Handmade in the
UK. |
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Katie Loxton's Zodiac
Gift Sets feature two carefully curated products: their Zodiac
Jewellery Box and a matching Waterproof Gold Zodiac Necklace, which
comes with a reusable suedette jewellery pouch. Designed to help
celebrate a special birthday, the set arrives perfectly wrapped in
one of their iconic gift bags. |
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ChilliWinter is where
environmental conscience meets luxury. Their new Everyday Oils will
refresh your customers home spaces. Use with an Oil Burner, Electric
Diffuser, or Himalayan Salt Lamp. Add a few drops to a felt star,
and they can be hung in a car, wardrobe or cupboard under
the stairs. And yes, to Pot Pourri too. |
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IF are Garden and
Outdoors category winner for Gift of the Year 2026 with
their Flower Bookmarks. A riot of colour, this
assortment of 12 different single-stem flower bookmarks will
brighten your customers day and their book. Beautifully printed
on both sides on quality textured 'faux leather', these stems
slot snugly between pages. |
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Dates for your diary: INDX National
Kidswear and Kids Footwear Shows | Cranmore Park | 5-6th
July Manchester Furniture
Show | Manchester Central | 5-6th July 2026 SOLEX 2026
| NEC Birmingham | 7-9th July INDX National
Menswear Show | Cranmore Park | 12-14th July INDX Woman | Cranmore Park |
19-21st July Home &
Gift | Harrogate | 19-22nd July Dates for your diary is your definitive guide to trade shows that are taking place in the coming months. Many of the shows featured have workshops, seminars and talks which add to your show experience. For further information on any of the shows listed please visit their websites. |
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