Growtrade.ie Newsletter

Step into spring at Bord Bia Bloom today

Horticulture | The wait is over as Ireland’s largest gardening festival returns to Phoenix Park from 29 May to 2 June with 21 Show Gardens, hands-on workshops and much more

Irish Embassy hosts celebration of Anglo-Irish horticulture

Horticulture | During Chelsea Flower Show week, the Irish ambassador and his wife hosted a special event at the Irish Embassy in London celebrating Irish and British horticulture and renewed efforts to ease trade challenges

Third gold for Billy Alexander at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Horticulture | Irish horticulturist Billy Alexander has claimed his third consecutive Gold medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show for his largest and most intricate fern exhibit yet

GLDA to hold guided tour of Patthana Garden

Landscape | Guests will enjoy a private tour led by acclaimed garden designer TJ Maher, known for his vibrant planting and creative design style

Illegal PPP for growers from June

Horticulture | The use of seven Plant Protection Products (PPP) will become illegal from June 2025

Mark your calendars for GLAS 2025!

Ireland’s leading trade show for the garden, landscape, amenity, and sportsturf sectors returns July 17, free for all trade visitors, pre-register now for fast-track entry

Bord Bia Bloom’s top picks for 2025

Bord Bia Bloom shares its must-see highlights ahead of Thursday’s festival, from show gardens and live demos to family attractions, here’s what to catch in Phoenix Park

Green-tech releases summer brochure and 2025 event schedule

Green-tech has unveiled a comprehensive 50-page brochure packed with summer maintenance products for landscaping professionals, while also announcing its presence at four major UK and Ireland industry events throughout 2025