Three busy days, plenty of familiar faces and lots of exciting conversations later, GLEE 2026 has officially come to an end, and what a show it was!
Held at the NEC Birmingham from 8th to 10th September, GLEE once again brought the garden retail industry together to discover fresh ideas, explore new products and catch up with the people behind some of the sector’s leading brands. The Lodi UK team was right in the middle of the action on Stand 18D02, showcasing smarter solutions for gardens, homes and outdoor living.
After months of planning, it was fantastic to finally reveal what had been growing behind the scenes. Across the show, we welcomed customers, buyers and industry contacts onto the stand to explore our Organ-X, Insecto, Racan and Storm ranges, which include several of our latest product innovations.
Bringing the Lodi buzz to Birmingham
There’s always something special about getting products off the screen and onto the show floor. GLEE gave visitors the chance to see our ranges up close and personal, ask questions and speak directly with the Lodi UK team about what could work for both stores and customers.
Of course, no Lodi event would be complete without Razzle. Our much-loved rat mascot joined us at the show and was on hand to bring a little extra fun to our garden themed stand. Whether posing for pictures, greeting visitors or simply popping up when least expected, Razzle certainly made an impression and helped keep spirits high throughout three very busy days.
While Razzle brought the mischief, the team brought the practical advice, product knowledge and plenty of ideas for retailers looking to strengthen their home, garden and pest control offering. It was a brilliant opportunity to catch up with existing customers, make new connections and hear directly about the challenges and opportunities retailers are seeing in-store.
Organ-X pouches take centre stage
One of the biggest highlights of the show was the response to our new Organ-X pouch range. We received lots of positive feedback on the concept, the fresh retail ready look and the way the range combines effective solutions with more considered planet friendly packaging.
The new Organ-X MAX sprays have been developed for customers who want a practical way to tackle common insect problems without relying on conventional bio-insecticides. The range uses a scientifically proven physical mode of action and includes targeted options for ants, spiders, fleas, bed bugs, moths, red mites and more.
With 55% less plastic packaging, the pouches provide a simple way to reduce packaging waste while keeping performance at the heart of the product. Their bold, easy-to-understand design also helps customers quickly identify the right solution for the household pest problem they’re facing.
Visitors were also able to discover the new Organ-X BUG SHIELD range for roses, houseplants, fruit & vegetables. These pesticide-free, bee-friendly products offer triple-action plant care, helping to target aphids and other pests while supporting plant nutrition and helping to prevent pesky mildew.
The feedback from GLEE gave us a valuable chance to hear what retailers liked about the new products and how they could fit into their existing garden care and pest control displays. Seeing such a positive response on the stand made all the work behind the launch feel even more worthwhile.
More brands, more conversations
Although our new Organ-X products created plenty of buzz, there was much more to explore across the Lodi UK stand.
Visitors could discover pro-formula insect control from Insecto, responsible rodent management solutions from Racan and powerful outdoor cleaning products from Storm. Bringing all four brands together helped show the breadth of support available to retailers and the different ways we can help customers deal with common problems around the home and garden.
The show also gave us the opportunity to talk through seasonal trends, customer buying habits and the importance of making product choices clear at the point of sale. These face-to-face conversations are one of the most valuable parts of GLEE. They help us understand what retailers need while allowing visitors to get straightforward guidance from the people who know the products best.
Finishing the show in full bloom
We couldn’t finish the final day without joining in with the floral fun in support of Greenfingers Charity. The team embraced the theme with plenty of flower touches, adding some sunshine, an extra splash of colour to the stand and ending the show on a cheerful note.
Greenfingers Charity creates inspiring gardens for children and families spending time in hospices, making Floral Day a wonderful cause for the garden retail community to root for. It was great to see exhibitors and visitors across GLEE getting involved and helping the final day bloom.
It also fitted perfectly with the fun, friendly feel of this year’s stand. After a busy few days of product conversations, demonstrations and introductions, floral thursday was a lovely way to round everything off.
Thank you for making GLEE one to remember
A huge thank you to everyone who visited Stand 18D02, stopped for a chat, met Razzle or took the time to learn more about our latest ranges. Your questions, feedback and enthusiasm helped make GLEE 2026 such an enjoyable and worthwhile event for the whole Lodi UK team.
We came to Birmingham ready to show what had been growing across our brands, and we left feeling excited about what comes next. The positive response to the Organ-X pouch range was a particular highlight, and we’re looking forward to helping retailers bring these new solutions to their customers.
If you didn’t get the chance to visit us at GLEE, or you’d like more information about any of the products featured on our stand, get in touch with the Lodi UK team. GLEE may be over for another year, but there’s still plenty growing at Lodi UK.
