James Higginson

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Renovator of French properties

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Property Developer

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https://www.catharinehigginson.com

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Overseeding

Just after some input from you guysGoing to be doing a lawn scarification and overseed/top dress but because of the naff weather we have had it has taken me ages to get the weedkiller down on the lawn. I have to wait 4 weeks before seeding and that…

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DerbyLad replied to DerbyLad's discussion Fence spike in clay

"Hi Guys, thank you for all the responses. I'll look into the post sleeves, or alternatively go with pre drilled posts as Peter suggested."

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Adam Woods replied to DerbyLad's discussion Fence spike in clay

"Totally agree with Peter... Clay is also quite wet so fence spikes will rust off fast. I'd find a way of digging the hole, put a postsaver sleeve around a proper 10 year (UC4) post."

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Transforming Repton School's Grounds with MM Seed

Repton School in Derbyshire is a well-known institution which mixes tradition with new ideas.Behind the scenes, Andrew Butler, the Head of Grounds and Gardens, is the man responsible for ensuring the grounds are not just aesthetically pleasing but…

David Benson replied to DerbyLad's discussion Fence spike in clay

"i am a bit out of date with prices but the cost of a spike and timber post will not that mutch differant from a concreate post and then you can have the option of using pannels "

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Honey Badger replied to DerbyLad's discussion Fence spike in clay

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Palisade fence, single or double.
I've used spike without concrete for panel fencing. Don't think I'd like to use them on close board without concrete because of the extra weight.
I figured out method for the spikes. Used a 6ft digging pushed…"

Peter sellers replied to DerbyLad's discussion Fence spike in clay

"Trying to drive fence spikes into the ground so that they stay straight we've found to be nigh on impossible, the smallest obstacle seems to send them in all directions apart from vertical. Are you suggesting spikes as you are using timber posts and…"

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Fence spike in clay

Hi all,I'm erecting a close board timber fence in clay soil. Due to the clay and poor drainage I'm thinking of using fence spikes. Would clay be suitable? Would it provide enough stability for a 1.8 mt high fence? I'm considering using 15cm wide…

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Dominic Gillespie replied to Richard Farley's discussion Nature Loving Customers !!!

"I tend to look at things from their perspective, whilst also hoping to educate them of the benefits of a thriving ecosystem - so in your case, I'd have probably started with questions right back like "why do you want to get rid of them?" or "what do…"

MF Hodgson replied to Richard Farley's discussion Nature Loving Customers !!!

"I talk to customers and do my best to gently subvert them into taking more care over their 'neighbours'. I point out piles of little stones that show the entrances to worm burrows and where ground and wall bees are nesting.
Most are fascinated and…"

Peter sellers replied to Neil brown's discussion Project completion forms

"Yes, could not agree more."

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GroundsFest 2024 Expands to Accommodate Growing Exhibitor Demand

GroundsFest 2024 is gearing up for its second year with remarkable growth and expansion.With an impressive 90% rebook rate from 2023 exhibitors and many new first-time exhibitors, it's clear that GroundsFest has become a must-attend event for…

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