Plant forLife is an initiative spearheaded by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) aimed at raising the awareness of plants and the role that they can play in enhancing people's quality of life.

To find out more about why the Plant forLife campaign has been launched, the HTA and other bodies involved please click here

Research has shown that having regular exposure to plants and green spaces can radically reduce your stress levels and put you in a better mood!  After a long day at the office or a hectic day with the kids it's great to be able relax in and enjoy a green space.  

The Plant forLife website can help you achieve your own garden space by giving you loads of inspirational and creative gardening ideas. Whatever appeals to you whether that's patio gardening, making your own pond or attracting wildlife into your garden just simply take a look at our Gardening Hints and Tips section.

To find out more about how plants can benefit and enhance your life simply go to our Benefits for You section.

About Us

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is the main representative body for garden industry growers, retailers, landscapers, wholesalers, specialist groups, manufacturers and suppliers.

The HTA has been operating for over 100 years and help to promote the profitable growth of its individual members. It is the industry's voice to the media and Government, and provides a forum to identify and deal with key issues and opportunities in the gardening industry.

The campaign is also financed with the assistance of the European Community, with the welcome aim of assisting UK and EU horticulture to flourish in an increasingly competitive commercial environment.

Research
Ongoing research is being carried out by the HTA in conjunction with Reading University, into the benefits which plants and green surroundings can bring. The research findings have been published since 1991 and form the basis for this initiative.

The Horticultural Trades Association

General Enquiries: 
plantforlife@the-hta.org.uk

Press Enquries:
pflpressoffice@the-hta.org.uk

HTA members and businesses alike can take a look at our Plant forLife Business Pages by clicking the following link:

Plant forLife Business Site