Black Friday, as originally an American idea, starts the day after Thanksgiving holiday on the 4th Friday in November. For 2024 Black Friday will happen on the Friday 29th November. We usually have a sale or promotion running for a few days before this date.

Black Friday is a major shopping event that takes place the day after Thanksgiving in the United States, typically the fourth Friday of November. It marks the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season and is characterised by a period of sales and discounts offered by retailers, both in-store and online.

The modern use of the term began in the 1950s in Philadelphia. Police officers used "Black Friday" to describe the chaos that ensued on the day after Thanksgiving, as large crowds of shoppers and tourists flooded the city, causing traffic jams and creating a general sense of disorder.

Retailers later sought to put a more positive spin on the term. One explanation suggests that it refers to the point in the year when stores move from being "in the red" (operating at a loss) to "in the black" (turning a profit), thanks to the boost in sales from holiday shoppers.

Although Black Friday originated in the U.S., it has become increasingly popular in the UK over the past decade. The concept was introduced by American retailers with a presence in the UK, such as Amazon and Walmart (through its subsidiary Asda).

The UK's first significant Black Friday event occurred around 2010, and since then, it has grown into a major shopping day, with many UK retailers offering substantial discounts to attract customers.

Black Friday in the UK typically involves a mix of in-store and online promotions, with some retailers extending the event into a multi-day or even week-long sale. This has led to a shift in shopping patterns, with many consumers planning their holiday purchases around the discounts offered during this period.

Here at GrowTropicals we have always had an incredible range of Black Friday plant and plant care offers. You can expect to see rare and unsual plants sold at over 70% discount as well as huge savings on your favourite terrariums, plant care products, soils and so much more.

As the year goes by, our buying team work closely with our nursery partners to bring you the best possible deals. So whether it is the Anthurium you've been dreaming of, or a plant care gift ready for the Christmas holiday gifting season, we can assure you there will be something for everyone at GrowTropicals' Black Friday event.

Aside from the amazing Black Friday savings and discounts. We also offer:

Flexible delivery options – We offer free delivery over £60, reduced standard shipping charges and swift next day shipping with our premium courier partners.

7-day Live Arrival guarantee - Buy the plant of your dreams with no fear. We offer a no-quiblle 7-day live arrival guarantee.

Spread the cost – We know money gets tight around the holiday season, so spread the cost with Klarna and Paypal Pay in 3, available at checkout.