It’s been a tough year for lawns, so as we move towards winter, GIMA members offer a rundown of some of the must-have products that should be lining retailers’ shelves ready for next season to help customers bring their green space back to its best and keep pests and diseases at bay.
Drought, hosepipe bans and unpredictable rainfall has wreaked havoc on grass this year, leaving gardeners keen to repair the damage and look at ways to protect their lawns against similar conditions in 2026. Lawncare can be an overwhelming category for time-poor, novice gardeners, so it pays for retailers to range right and cut through the noise to help customers find the right solution quickly and easily.
Smart prep and top toolsThe new spiked aerator from Greenkey
Trusted by garden centres nationwide, Greenkey Garden & Home supplies a range of premium lawn care products to support gardeners with an array of tasks. The new Spiked Aerator help lawns breathe with ease, whilst larger lawn areas can be maintained with the Rolling Lawn Aerator, a trusted tool that offers fast and efficient aeration. For lawn growth, the Deluxe Seed Spreader makes growing or repairing lawns simple and precise. Users can complete the look with Greenkey’s Lawn Edging, ideal for creating crisp, tidy borders. With innovative tools and practical solutions, Greenkey has everything needed to keep lawns healthy, and looking great all season long.
Durability, precision and comfortWIlkinson Sword Ultralight single-handed lawn shears
Meanwhile, Wilkinson Sword’s lawncare collection combines durability, precision and comfort to make edging, trimming and clearing tasks effortless. The Stainless Steel Lawn Rake is ideal for removing leaves, debris and moss, while the Stainless Steel Edging Blade delivers clean, defined turf edges with ease. For strain-free edging, the Long Handled Edging Shears feature durable soft-grip handles and high-quality blades, while the Ultralight Single Handed Grass Shears – 30% lighter than standard – provide exceptional control for lawn edges. “Designed for performance and built to last, these tools ensure pristine lawns and borders season after season,” says the company.
Helping gardeners to level uneven areas of their lawn, improve soil quality, and promote healthy grass growth for the spring, Durston Garden Products’ Enriched Top Soil offers a professional-grade blend containing loam and extra organic matter for an outstanding performance. The peat-free product is enhanced by Durstons’ unique ingredient, Gro Boost, a unique and specially-formulated blend of organic materials from renewable sources that gives greenery an essential nutrient boost.
Part of the Somerset compost producer’s Traditional range, this premium-quality top soil has genuine stand-out on shelf, thanks to stylish new livery as part of Durstons’ complete re-brand. Eye-catching, concise packaging with beautiful imagery and clear messaging avoids confusion at the sales fixture, helping customers find the right product for the job every time.
Feed and weed
Part of Doff’s high-performing Power Up range, is a granular formulation, designed to feed, strengthen, and revitalise lawns while tackling weeds and moss. Containing 2,4-D, Dicamba, Mecoprop-P, and Iron Sulphate, it delivers powerful, visible results by thickening grass and promoting lush growth. Available in three convenient sizes, Power Up Lawn Feed, Weed & Moss Killer combines superior technology with proven performance, giving retailers a trusted solution that keeps customers’ lawns looking their best all season.
Grass Gains reveals that it will launch two exciting lawn innovations in January 2026. Total Lawn Care is a child, pet and nature-safe triple action feed that strengthens lawns, suppresses weeds, and reduces moss, all without herbicides. “Designed to meet consumer demand for safe, effective and easy lawn solutions, it’s set to become a must-have for garden retailers,” says Managing Director Steve Harper. Alongside this, Lawn Bulk – Moss Edition delivers a pro-formula lawn feed with added ingredients to suppress moss and break down thatch while improving turf health and colour. Both products come in resealable pouches, with our strong branding and display-ready, ensuring retailers can capitalise on peak lawncare sales opportunities.
Specifically for use on UK lawns, Maxicrop Mosskiller & Lawn Tonic revitalises tired grass and ensures gardens stay lush, green and moss-free season after season. Creating real opportunities for retailers, the powerful 2-in-1 solution delivers fast, visible results while strengthening grass for long-term lawn health. Its natural seaweed base, enriched with ferrous sulphate and nitrogen, blackens moss within hours and stimulates rapid grass regrowth to fill bare patches. By replenishing vital nutrients and improving root strength, Maxicrop creates the ideal conditions for a dense, vibrant lawn that resists future moss invasions.
Easy to use and environmentally aware
In recent years the appetite for chemical-free solutions and products that in harmony with nature has increased significantly; something suppliers have matched with an array of options for the conscientious consumer.
Burgon & Ball Managing Director, Rainer Schubert comments: “Lawn care as a category is universally strong on sales. Weeding and edging for a flawless lawn hold particular shopper appeal, with chemical-free solutions an increasingly popular option. Our Wonder Weed Puller makes weeding in lawns easy, thanks to its stand-up use and extremely light weight. Clever design is a plus, as well. The blades of our new RHS-endorsed single-handed grass shear rotate through 180 degrees for trimming either horizontally or vertically. Giving your shoppers a solution-based stand like our compact lawn care stand can prompt additional spend, offering an excellent return on space.
The latest launch from Johnsons Lawn Seed also meets demand for greener gardening solutions. Ace Lawn is a unique lawn seed mixture boosted with Microclover to deliver a greener, low-maintenance, and biodiversity-rich lawn all year round. Unlike traditional clover, Microclover has uniquely small leaves that integrate seamlessly with grass, producing a consistent green finish and a beautifully balanced lawn.
The inclusion of Microclover means Ace Lawn is naturally self-sufficient and requires no fertiliser, making it both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. It is also drought-tolerant, shade-tolerant, and robust enough to withstand family use and high traffic areas. Gardeners can increase biodiversity by reducing mowing frequency and allowing clover to flower, providing valuable forage for pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Natural pest solutions
As the greenery starts to wake up in spring, so pests also become more active and, just as a growing number of consumers seek to avoid chemicals with gardening tasks, there is a strong desire for alternatives in the pest control category.
Ecofective’s range of products
Making life easier for responsible gardeners, ecofective delivers eco-friendly pest control that keeps plants both bug-free and thriving. Bug Stoppa tackles aphids, whitefly, greenfly and more whilst being safe for bees, pets, and children. The award-winning Slug Stoppa creates a non-toxic barrier to protect flowers and vegetables from slugs and snails, without hurting them. Meanwhile, Rose Defender combines pest control and plant feed to keep roses healthy and vibrant. All three come in easy-to-use spray pouches that use up to 55% less plastic than traditional bottles. “With pesticide-free formulas and sustainable packaging, ecofective offers effective garden care that’s kind to nature and trusted by environmentally conscious gardeners,” says Sipcam Marketing Manager Lydia Grayston.
Must-have products
Lava-Lite Co-Founder Kieron Tompkin tells retailers: “Get ready to stock this season’s must-have products, Lava-Lite No Gnats and Lava-Lite No Slugs. These natural, chemical-free solutions are exactly what today’s gardeners are demanding: safe, sustainable, and effective. With vibrant, shelf-ready packaging, they jump off the display and deliver the kind of impulse sales that retailers love!”
No Gnats eliminates fungus gnats at the root, while No Slugs keeps plants safe without chemicals. He concludes: “Garden centres and retailers are already seeing fast sales, strong repeat purchases, and excellent margins.”
Another great option is Hortiwool’s Garden Pads, which provide a natural, sustainable solution for pest control in the garden. Made from 100% pure British wool, their coarse fibres dry out slug and snail slime, creating an effective barrier that keeps these common pests away without chemicals. Simply place the pads around the base of plants to protect fruit, veg, and flowers while also enriching the soil as they break down. “Our Garden Pads are a multi-use product that supports healthy gardens and deters pests naturally,” explains Hortiwool.
Coming to the aid of customers with pest problems that threaten the home, as well as the garden is Pest-Stop. The originator of the iconic Little Nipper wooden mouse trap, Pet Stop has developed a brand-new Electronic Mouse Trap combines more than 100 years of pest control expertise with modern innovation. Designed in-house by Pest-Stop’s engineers, it delivers a quick, humane, and highly effective solution. The trap features no-touch disposal to conceal the catch and is USB-C rechargeable for convenience; a professional-grade design for today’s consumer.
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