Southern Trident Wins Big at GIMA Awards with Harmony Gardens, the UK’s Only Carbon Neutral and Top-Performing Peat-Free Growing Media Range
Southern Trident proudly secured both the prestigious Growing Media award and the highly coveted Sustainability Award for the category at the GIMA Awards last night at the Celtic Manor Resort. These awards underscore the industry-leading innovation and dedication that Southern Trident has poured into its Harmony Gardens range – the first and only carbon-neutral, high-performance peat-free growing media available in the UK.
Harmony Gardens has transformed the growing media landscape by combining quality with sustainability, producing an eco-friendly alternative that doesn’t compromise on performance. The extensive development work behind Harmony Gardens focused on creating a unique blend that provides top-tier results for gardeners while also significantly reducing its environmental footprint. Through responsible sourcing, efficient manufacturing processes, and careful carbon offsetting, Southern Trident has made Harmony Gardens a trailblazer in the sector.
The GIMA judges commended the product’s excellence, describing it as “a good mix of ingredients, with added loam and John Innes – and the first claiming to be carbon neutral too.” This recognition highlights the dedication Southern Trident has shown to achieving both environmental and horticultural quality standards.
Kaz Edwards, Southern Trident’s National Account Manager, expressed her pride in collecting the awards, stating, “This recognition reflects the hard work our team has put into making Harmony Gardens a game-changer in sustainable gardening. We’re thrilled to see our efforts rewarded and to be part of an industry movement toward more environmentally responsible products.”
The GIMA Awards are renowned for celebrating exceptional achievements and advancements within the garden industry. Southern Trident’s wins not only highlight its innovation but also set a benchmark for other brands, encouraging the shift toward more sustainable practices across the sector.
Notes to Editors
About Southern Trident: Southern Trident is a leading innovator in sustainable garden products, specialising in environmentally friendly, peat-free growing media solutions. With a commitment to reducing the environmental impact of gardening, Southern Trident combines high performance with responsible sourcing, production, and distribution.
About Harmony Gardens:
Carbon Neutral: Harmony Gardens is the UK’s first carbon-neutral peat-free growing media range, achieved through dedicated carbon offsetting initiatives and a low-impact production process.
Composition: The Harmony Gardens blend features responsibly sourced materials, including coir, recycled and by-products of other industries, designed to deliver superior plant growth and soil health.
For additional information, interview requests, or product images, please contact:
Steve Harper – CEO
Email: steve@southerntrident.com
Phone: 07721 849677
Website and Social Media:
Website: www.southerntrident.com
Instagram: @southerntrident
LinkedIn: Southern Trident Ltd
Images and Resources: High-resolution product images, award photos, and further information on Southern Trident’s sustainable initiatives are available upon request.
About the GIMA Awards: The Garden Industry Manufacturers’ Association (GIMA) Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and sustainability within the garden industry, recognising brands that set new standards in produ2ct development and environmental responsibility.
