Hourly rate prices? Do I vary from job to job or keep it consistent? 
Is charging an hourly rate for all the work you undertake, from weeding borders to putting up fence panels, the way to run your business?

New starter, job pricing 
Having just started out, one member is looking for advice and tips on undertaking a large hedge cutting project.

Controlling Chafer Grubs 
Anyone who has suffered a chafer infestation will not only know the isolated damage caused by the emerging larvae eating the roots of the grass, but also the widespread carnage inflicted by crows, foxes and badgers as they rip up the turf to look for the juicy morsels.

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Senior hard landscaper: Edinburgh

Experienced landscaper required: Brighton

Experienced landscaper required: Northampton

Grounds maintenance team: Fife

Landscaper – two yrs experience: Wallingford

Senior landscaper/team leader: Wallingford

Problem with a five year old garden 
Despite completing the job five years ago, one member has seen their customer come back and ask him to look into the deterioration of the project.

Sole trader and Ltd companies - the differences between. 
Passing on the pros and cons of changing from a sole trading business into a Ltd Co. and how it affects your tax rates.

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FY2015 Danarm 553 HRS ProS 
A new addition to the lawn mowing fleet has a 21" roller which is quoted as having a 10-13% faster ground speed.

SGD or APL or BALI? 
What can joining an association bring to your business, or as some ask what can they offer to help and move you forward?

Hyundai mowers 
A local builders merchant is offering a good price on Hyundai mowers, but what experience do others have of the equipment.

Carex in lawns 
Hints, tips and advice on eradicating carex from a large lawn area.

Chafer grubs and badgers 
With serious badger damage for the second year running, over an area of about 500m2, what options are available to deal with the problem?

Oak Processionary Moth larvae spotted in London 
The London Tree Officers Association has said that Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) larvae has been observed emerging recently, signalling the start of the control period.

HTA provides update on ban of Neonicotinoids 
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced a Neonicotinoids update on the current ban position.

Three new dealers for Etesia UK 
Etesia continues to spread its wings to every corner of the UK after announcing another three dealers to its growing network.

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