﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:43:40 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Mattocks awarded Silver Gilt for Cut and Container-Grown Roses at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2013</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/mattocks-awarded-silver-gilt-for-cut-and-container-grown-roses-at-rhs-hampton-court-palace-flower-sh,c9442761</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1384754</guid><description><![CDATA[Mattocks, the consumer facing rose brand of commercial grower, John Woods Nurseries, was awarded a Silver Gilt for Cut and Container-Grown Roses, creating the beautiful display at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2013 from 9-14 July 2013.

Blooms included the new Rose Cherry Girl, launched at the show, which is a floribunda rose from Kordes. Featuring soft red double blooms on sturdy stems, the rose has healthy disease resistant foliage. Its compact growth makes Rose Cherry Girl ideal for borders and patio pots.

The entire display was awarded a Silver Gilt in the Roses and]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2013 08:32:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mattocks to launch Rose Cherry Girl at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2013</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/mattocks-to-launch-rose-cherry-girl-at-rhs-hampton-court-palace-flower-show-2013,c9438897</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1378032</guid><description><![CDATA[Mattocks, the consumer facing rose brand of commercial grower, John Woods Nurseries, will launch the Rose Cherry Girl at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2013.

Rose Cherry Girl, which was awarded ADR 2007, Gold medal in International Rose awards, (Korkosieb) is a floribunda rose from Kordes. Featuring soft red double blooms on sturdy stems, the rose has healthy disease resistant foliage. Its compact growth makes Rose Cherry Girl ideal for borders and patio pots. Supplied in a 5.5 litre pot, the plant reaches a height and spread of 50 x 60 cm. Suggested retail selling price is £13.49.]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2013 10:25:47 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries Celebrates its second award at the HTA National Plant Show 2013, picking up Gold and the Visitors Vote Award</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-celebrates-its-second-award-at-the-hta-national-plant-show-2013--picking-up-gol,c9436418</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1372916</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is celebrating picking up their second award; the Visitors Vote Award for Best in Category in the category of Hardy NurseryStock, at the prestigious HTA National Plant Show after capturing a gold award.

Physocarpus Amber Jubilee® ‘Jefam’ was awarded Gold in the ‘Hardy Plant Nursery Stock’ category at the annual horticultural showcase on Tuesday 25 June 2013 at Stoneleigh Park in Coventry. On Wednesday 26 June 2013, the award winning plant picked up the Visitors Vote Award, sponsored by Floramedia.

It is the latest accolade for the award winning Suffolk-based]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2013 09:07:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries launches Mattocks® Rose Cherry Girl</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-launches-mattocks--rose-cherry-girl,c9435096</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1367910</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries, the award-winning commercial grower and supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, has launched the Rose Cherry Girl.

Rose Cherry Girl (Korkosieb) is a floribunda rose from Kordes. Featuring soft red double blooms on sturdy stems, the rose has healthy disease resistant foliage. Its compact growth makes Rose Cherry Girl ideal for borders and patio pots. Supplied in a 5.5 litre pot, the plant reaches a height and spread of 50 x 60 cm. Delivery will be from October 2013 and the suggested retail price is £13.49.

Awarded ADR 2007, Gold medal in International Rose]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2013 10:03:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries Celebrates Gold at HTA National Plant Show 2013</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-celebrates-gold-at-hta-national-plant-show-2013,c9433813</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1368218</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is today celebrating yet another major honour after capturing a gold award at the prestigious HTA National Plant Show.

Physocarpus Amber Jubilee® ‘Jefam’ was awarded Gold in the ‘Hardy Plant Nursery Stock’ category at the annual horticultural showcase, which opened today at Stoneleigh Park in Coventry. 

It is the latest accolade for the award winning Suffolk-based supplier of plants who have launched new products on their stand, which includes the award-winning Mattocks® Rose Cherry Girl, Physocarpus Amber Jubilee® ‘Jefam’ and Hydrangea Endless Summer® BloomStar.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 14:26:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries launches Hydrangea Endless Summer® BloomStar</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-launches-hydrangea-endless-summer--bloomstar,c9433557</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1368079</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries, the award-winning commercial grower and supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, has launched the Hydrangea Endless Summer® BloomStar.

The latest addition to the Endless Summer® collection of reblooming hydrangeas, BloomStar produces blooms up to 12cm across in pink, purple or blue depending on the soil’s PH. BloomStar’s glossy dark green leaves are characterised by red petioles and red veins, making the plant stand out even before the flowers open. Supplied in a 5 litre pot, BloomStar reaches a height and spread of 100 x 150cm. Deliveries will begin in 2014.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 12:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mattocks® rebrands to support retailers</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/mattocks--rebrands-to-support-retailers,c9433585</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1367997</guid><description><![CDATA[Mattocks Roses, a subsidiary of John Woods Nurseries, the award-winning commercial grower and supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, has launched a major rebrand as part of its commitment to supporting retailers.

Covering a wide range of newly designed in-store display and promotional materials, the rebrand consolidates Mattocks’ position as a modern, contemporary business that provides plants of luxurious quality and distinction. The new materials have been designed to help retailers enhance shelf displays and promote Mattocks’ roses as the ideal gift.

Mattocks was]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 11:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries launches buyer-specific digital catalogue</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-launches-buyer-specific-digital-catalogue,c9433579</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1367880</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries, the award-winning commercial grower and supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, has launched a digital catalogue to simplify product selection and ordering for its customers.

Accessible online via the John Woods Nurseries website, the catalogue enables customers to personalise their product preferences and repeat purchases, and suggests products that complement existing reservations and orders.

Each trade customer of John Woods Nurseries will have their online catalogue tailored to them. This means that they will be able to access information on their most]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 10:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries new launches at HTA National Plant Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-new-launches-at-hta-national-plant-show,c9433599</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1367822</guid><description><![CDATA[Mattocks® Rose Cherry Girl, Hydrangea Endless Summer® BloomStar, Physocarpus Amber Jubilee® ‘Jefam’ and Mattocks® rebrand
John Woods Nurseries, the award-winning commercial grower and supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, has confirmed its participation at this year’s HTA National Plant Show at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry.

New product launches on the stand will include the award-winning Mattocks® Rose Cherry Girl, Physocarpus Amber Jubilee ‘Jefam’® and Hydrangea Endless Summer® BloomStar. John Woods Nurseries will also be previewing its relaunched Mattocks in-store branding]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2013 09:37:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries to preview a selection from 2012/13 range at HTA/GMG Press Day at Capel Manor College</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-to-preview-a-selection-from-2012-13-range-at-hta-gmg-press-day-at-capel-manor-c,c9274719</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision509067</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is this week previewing four new plants from its 2012/13 range at the HTA/GMG Annual Press Day at Capel Manor College.

Speaking during the morning session of the event, the company will present these recently launched additions to its product offering:

Strawberry Buddy

A new ever-bearing variety that produces delicious sweetly flavoured fruit continuously from July to October.  The development of Buddy marks a change in the way ever-bearers have been viewed over the last ten years. The emphasis for ever-bearing varieties has been high yield and long shelf life,]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jun 2012 08:16:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A patriotic Rose ‘Moment in Time’ for both Her Majesty the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the UK hosting of the 2012 Olympics</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/a-patriotic-rose--moment-in-time--for-both-her-majesty-the-queen-s-diamond-jubilee-and-the-uk-hostin,c9267038</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision500911</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries celebrates The Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and the UK hosting the 2012 Olympics with their British themed rose named ‘Moment in Time’ (‘Korcastrav’).

John Woods Nurseries supply a broad range of hardy nursery stock to help retailers build a comprehensive offer however they choose to merchandise their plants.

With The Queen celebrating her 60 year reign, and the UK hosting the 2012 Olympics, the 2012 Rose of The Year appropriately called ‘Moment in Time’ is the perfect addition to any patriots’ garden. ‘Moment in Time’, bred by Kordes makes the perfect]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 May 2012 10:23:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A red, white and blue Jubilee summer with John Woods Nurseries</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/a-red--white-and-blue-jubilee-summer-with-john-woods-nurseries,c9253519</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision487472</guid><description><![CDATA[Celebrate The Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II with John Woods Nurseries and a colourful splash of patriotic colour.

John Woods Nurseries supply a broad range of hardy nursery stock to help retailers build a comprehensive offer however they choose to merchandise their plants. With The Queen celebrating her 60 year reign, the following suggestions will give gardeners the option to grow their own red white and blue tribute.

2012’s Rose of The Year, ‘Moment in Time’ makes the perfect choice for the red. It was named to celebrate both HRH The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the UK]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 10:20:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries wins Best New Variety – Hardy Nursery Stock at 2012 Grower of the Year Awards</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-wins-best-new-variety---hardy-nursery-stock-at-2012-grower-of-the-year-awards,c9224899</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision457530</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries was this week crowned winner in the Best New Variety – Hardy Nursery Stock category at the Horticulture Week Grower of the Year Awards.

The new category award, for the Joie de Vivre rose, was presented to the wholesale nursery at the prestigious awards ceremony at London’s Lancaster Hotel on 23 February.

Joie de Vivre, which also won the 2011 ROSE OF THE YEAR® award and a silver medal at Le Roeulx Belgium Awards 2006, is cream pastel pink in colour, gently fragrant and full of vitality. It offers repeat flowering longevity and, with its compact habit which lends]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2012 09:10:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries looking pretty in pink for media showcase</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-looking-pretty-in-pink-for-media-showcase,c9214743</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision446468</guid><description><![CDATA[JOHN Woods Nurseries is showcasing two of its most exciting plants at today’s Garden Press Event, which is being staged at the RHS Lawrence Hall.

The show-stealing 'Helleborus Penny's Pink' and 'Hydrangea Endless Summer Bella Anna' are being presented to the media on Thursday, February 2nd rubbing shoulders with some of the best new products and plants for the coming season.

The 'Helleborus Penny's Pink' provides an ideal winter warmer since its single pink blooms flower between January to March, adding a magical splash of dark pink colouring. Their marbled foliage lasts throughout]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:59:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>80 years' loyal service celebrated at John Woods Nurseries</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/80-years--loyal-service-celebrated-at-john-woods-nurseries,c9202131</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision433077</guid><description><![CDATA[Colin Goddard and Charles Whitfield-King have devoted the best part of their lives to the company after chalking up 80 years' service between them with the Suffolk-based nursery.

John Woods Nurseries, supplier of plants to UK retailers, recently marked the achievements with presentations to the two dedicated members of staff during the company's Christmas get-together which was hosted by Managing Director, John Lord and attended by honorary president, Charles Notcutt.

Colin, who works as a supervisor at Loudham Nursery in Suffolk, joined the company straight from school in 1971, aged]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 12:07:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries part of student showcase at the 104th Ideal Home Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-part-of-student-showcase-at-the-104th-ideal-home-show,c9195259</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision425465</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is playing its part harnessing some of this country’s best young horticultural talent by becoming an integral part in the ‘Ideal Young Gardeners of the Year 2012’ competition which is being run in Association with the Prince’s Foundation for the Built Environment.

This prestigious competition throws together six UK colleges whose students have been challenged with creating inspirational and sustainable show gardens which will be exhibited in the forecourt of Earls Court during next year’s 104th Ideal Home Show, running 16th March– 1st April 2012.

The Suffolk-based]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:35:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries’ top trees in support of National Tree Week</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries--top-trees-in-support-of-national-tree-week,c9191361</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision421722</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is lending its support to National Tree Week by reminding gardeners you don’t need huge amounts of space to plant a tree.

The 37th National Tree Week gets under way from November 26th until December 4th with The Tree Council encouraging people to do their bit for both the environment and climate change by planting a tree. The theme of the campaign this year is that every tree matters.

Suffolk-based John Woods Nurseries have been long-standing supporters of the initiative. Their message is that while some gardeners might be put off planting a tree because there’s]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:11:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Physocarpus Little Devil is named 'Best New Plant' at the Garden Retail Awards 2011</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/physocarpus-little-devil-is-named--best-new-plant--at-the-garden-retail-awards-2011,c9182126</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision414354</guid><description><![CDATA[JOHN Woods Nurseries' prize-winning plant, Physocarpus Little Devil has collected one of the industry's ultimate awards after being named 'Best New Plant' at the Garden Retail Awards 2011.

At a glittering occasion, which attracted more than 400 leading figures to London's Grosvenor House Hotel, Little Devil picked up the honour amid fierce competition.

The panel of judges, who included The Sun's gardening correspondents, Steve and Val Bradley, Mark Rosenberg; news editor of Amateur Gardening, and the features editor of Horticulture Week, Gavin McEwen, were charmed by the precocious]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:44:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries Celebrates Best in Category at HTA National Plant Show 2011</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-celebrates-best-in-category-at-hta-national-plant-show-2011,c9140200</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision363543</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries is today celebrating yet another major honour after capturing a top award at the prestigious HTA National Plant Show.

Physocarpus Little Devil picked up the title of ‘New Plant Award, Best in Category, Hardy Nursery Stock’ at the annual horticultural showcase, which opened today at Stoneleigh Park in Coventry.

It is the latest accolade for the Suffolk-based supplier of plants who are previewing nine new products at the HTA event, which will be launched next year.

The Physocarpus Little Devil, which was bred in the USA by David Zlesak, is perfect for smaller]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:51:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries to exhibit at HTA National Plant Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-to-exhibit-at-hta-national-plant-show,c9139683</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision363050</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries to exhibit at HTA National Plant Show

John Woods Nurseries, the Suffolk-based supplier of plants to retailers across the UK, will be exhibiting at the HTA National Plant Show which takes place this week at Stoneleigh Park in Coventry.

From its stand 73/74, the company will be showcasing a wide range of plants, offering visitors a preview of several new products to be launched during 2012. On display will be:

  · Magnolia Fairy Blush
  · Hibiscus Pink Chiffon
  · Alstromeria Rock n Roll
  · Cornus Celestial Shadow
  · Canna Tropicanna Black
  · Rose Moment]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:24:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries presents new plants for 2012 at Capel Manor Media Planting Day</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries-presents-new-plants-for-2012-at-capel-manor-media-planting-day,c9138087</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision361453</guid><description><![CDATA[Yesterday John Woods Nurseries presented four new plants for 2012 at the Media Planting Day at Capel Manor College, the National Gardening Centre in Enfield, north London.

The new plants presented were Fairy Magnolia® Blush, Hibiscus Pink Chiffon, Alstromeria Rock n Roll and Cornus x ‘Celestial Shadow’. Providing a striking array of vibrant colours, they will be available in store from April through to July 2012.

The Media Planting Day was attended by The Marchioness of Salisbury, Chris Beardshaw, Peter Seabrook The Sun, Geoff Whiten and many others.

For further information about]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:34:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Garden Media Guild</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/garden-media-guild,c9137014</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision360443</guid><description><![CDATA[Garden Media Guild Plants]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:23:35 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Seven John Woods Nurseries staff awarded at Suffolk Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/seven-john-woods-nurseries-staff-awarded-at-suffolk-show,g9129451</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision353134</guid><description><![CDATA[Seven staff members at John Woods Nurseries, the supplier of plants to UK retailers, are to receive long service awards at this year’s Suffolk Show at Ipswich in June.

The awards are presented by The Suffolk Agricultural Association to people who have served the same employer at the same premises for 30 years or more. Receiving their awards from The Princess Royal will be John Woods Nurseries long timers, Richard Caley, Production Manager (31 years service), Paul Kerridge, Executive Cash & Carry (32), Carol Goddard, Inventory Administrator (32), Sam Shannon, Nursery Craftsman (30), Alan]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2011 10:50:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>John Woods Nurseries’ Fruitful Garden wins Silver-Gilt at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2011</title><link>http://news.cision.com/john-woods-nurseries/r/john-woods-nurseries--fruitful-garden-wins-silver-gilt-at-rhs-chelsea-flower-show-2011,g9126664</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision350329</guid><description><![CDATA[John Woods Nurseries, the Suffolk-based supplier of plants to garden centres and retail nurseries across the UK, has won a Silver-Gilt award for its Fruitful Garden display at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Designed by DeakinLock, A Fruitful Garden - on stand GPE1 - forms part of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show Four Generations feature, sponsored by The Sun. The feature shows visitors how to develop an existing front garden to grow fruit alongside existing planting with minimal fuss or outlay. Ease of maintenance and optimum use of limited space were key factors in the design.

The]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2011 11:52:37 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>