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"Apparently only 4.7% of people in Japan are left handed, in the uk it is 11%. Until around 20 years ago in Japan left handedness was frowned upon and considered ill mannered. Children were corrected if they used the wrong hand for chopsticks etc. M…"
"I am not surprised but I am disappointed to find this in our gardening forum.
Whilst it is sad that James Wong has had those experiences, we have to consider that, as with most things, humans focus on the negative aspects of life rather than the goo…"
Whilst it is sad that James Wong has had those experiences, we have to consider that, as with most things, humans focus on the negative aspects of life rather than the goo…"
"I've moved from Felco to Okatsune too. Sure you can take Felcos to bits and service them, but I never really got mine sharpened, sorted and back together as well as "when new". I'm sure other folk do a better job than I ever did on mine ... and send…"
More and more greenkeepers are talking about problems with parasitic nematodes affecting their turf. Seaweed could provide a sustainable, novel solution for reducing plant-parasitic nematodes in turf grass.Without previous extended research into thi…
"I have a pair i keep at home which are vintage c.k secateurs made in Italy with a clip at the bottom , you can pick them up for around £10 or less in antique shops , cracking secateurs ,a bit on the heavy side , steel handles not easy to grip unlike…"
"I have a set of of the Tobisho, which I keep at home as they're the premium ones. My work ones are the Okatsune and if I had them at home too, I'd prob use them over the Tobisho. They are easier to use, slightly smaller grip on them which suits me a…"
Secateurs
Just wanted some feedback from all you snippers out there who use Japanese secateurs. Which ones do you have? How do you find them? I have used Felcos for many years and was wondering if I'm missing out :)ThanksJim
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Anybody have any recommendations for up to date books on general lawn care and advanced books? Thanks in advance
Read more…Relocating to Crewkerne and Chard Area
We are thinking of relocating from South Devon to Crewekerne/Chard in Somerset. I run a gardening business here in Devon and I am just wondering what the work like in that area and what prices are being charged. I have run my own business for the last 8 years but been in horticulture for nearly 30 years. Any advice or tips I would be grateful. Cheers.
Read more…Black Lives Matter
In light of recent events surrounding Black Lives Matter and issues of racism within our society, I thought it was important to have a short word on the topic.Back in February, I posted a blog post delving into the lack of diversity within the horticulture industry, and the systemic racism that contributes to that lack of diversity. I concentrated more specifically on Juliet Sargeant, who was the first black gardener to win the Chelsea Flower Show in 2016, the first black winner throughout its…
Read more…Black patches in Topsoil
Hi everyoneJust been to look at a customer's lawn which we seeded a couple weeks ago and she is complaining that the seed hasn't taken everywhere yet. It's normal for seed to take up to 3 weeks isn't it ?? Also the TopSoil has these black patches which almost look like a more stoney consistency where the seed seems to be growing better. Anyone have any ideas what this is and how it is caused ? Thanks
Read more…RIGHT! BE HONEST!!!! DO YOU LIKE ROUNDUP PRO VANTAGE 480 ?????
Hey yall what's good, what's green? I dont post often, so my question is.....Do you rate this product?I've been using it for 2-3 since it was introduced and I'm finding the weeds are fighting back..hahahahaha bless 'em!My dilution ratio is 20ml to every liter. Am I missing something? Or is Glyphosphate a thing of the past! Bring back SODIUM CHLORATE!!!!! Have a great season!!!!!!! Big up to all the Gardeners who made a killing during COVID! SALUTE!!!!!!!!
Read more…14ft 3 leg adjustable tripod
Very long shot anybody know a retailer that has these in stock. Got messed around by one dealer and know none available till September from supplier. Have jobs booked in for these so desperately needed
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