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Weed?

one of the boys found this on site today. he wasn't sure so pulled out the bits taking over the ice plant. but there is more and he reckons it has popped up in 2 weeks!

I am saying a weed, but unsure as of the proper name.

Started by James Brett in Pesticides

5 Replies · Reply by James Brett Sep 23, 2014

Marking out school football pitch

Hi all.
I've recently been asked to quote on maintaining a schools grounds.
All seems fine (although I will need to buy another mower), but my main concern is - how difficult is it to mark out a school football pitch, and running tracks?
It's for a pr

Started by Sean @ Eclipse

12 Replies · Reply by briggsandscrapem Sep 27, 2014

Mini digger - Kubota U-10 or K-008

The Kubota k-008 is 700mm wide with tracks in, weighs almost 1 tonne, not zero swing. Fits down most side passages to gardens.
The Kubota U-10 is 750mm wide with tracks in, and weighs 1.1tonne, is zero swing, 2 speed etc.

Does anyone else use mini dig

Started by Ben Wilkinson

5 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Sep 25, 2014

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Current Hub threads - get the most out of Premium membership

The Hub is LJN's private business room which is just one of the benefits available to all premium members.

In the Hub you'll find an array of sensitive discussions which focus on topics that members do not want their clients to see.

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Started by Phil Voice

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A September garden

I have been asked to design and plant a 35 by 4 metre bed on sandy soil which is east facing. Adjoining is a single storey building which runs the full length of the bed.

All the plants must be in flower in September but can stradle August and October

Started by Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance in Plants

18 Replies · Reply by Stuart @ Eco Garden Maintenance Sep 20, 2014

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The Landscape Show

Anyone going to the Landscape Show at Battersea Park next week ? Dates are 23rd & 24th September. http://www.landscapeshow.co.uk/

We shall be there, on Stand BP5 in the BALI pavilion, demonstrating the ZipLevel survey product http://bit.ly/HMuH6E (rec

Started by Paul Errington

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Time's running out.....

Just enjoying some 'reading time', feet up & drink in hand and read a business article that nearly made me choke .... Statistic 1: Government statistics estimate that it is likely that anyone currently under 55 will likely work until they are 74 to r

Started by Gary RK

2 Replies · Reply by Andy Sep 23, 2014

Self employed & (extreme) sports

Hi all,I recently broke my fibula due to an accident on the bike. Now it's not too bad as it's not weight bearing bone but still have to take it easy etc. But it's got me thinking with regards to sports. I also windsurf along with mountain bike but t

Started by darragh connolly

4 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Sep 19, 2014

money or your life? Safety first

http://news.sky.com/story/1340042/tree-surgeon-dies-after-fall-into-wood-chipper

another sad story - safety first

Started by Lawncare-4u.co.uk

4 Replies · Reply by James Brett Sep 23, 2014

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Moving to iphone!

Hi I am changing to iPhone from samsung to hopefully manage my time better with some kind of app.Who uses iPhone and what apps are good for time management.Any with ways of route planning etc just after best use of my time and I am wondering if the A

Started by Richard Gadsby in Social Media

8 Replies · Reply by Mitchel ingham Sep 22, 2014

soil/grit natural pointing

Hi,

I know I may get laughed out the pond here. When laying any paving I normally use a wet cement mix although will be looking at how well brush in ones work in future but thats a separate thing.

I need to repoint an old patio at a lovely old cottage

Started by Wiltshire Walling

2 Replies · Reply by Wiltshire Walling Sep 23, 2014

Health and safety course.

May be useful to someoneOnline health and safety courseshttp://local.amazon.co.uk/deals/B00N2TB42Y?ref_=cm_sw_em_r_&cid=share_emMark

Started by MWJONES

3 Replies · Reply by James Brett Sep 22, 2014

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Commercial contract tenders
Where do you look if you want to add a few commercial contracts to your business?

Walking straight lines with a knapsack
Members pass on their tips in ensuring a straigh

Started by Phil Voice in Newsletter

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liquids or granular?

i only have used liquids now in knapsack for 3 + years and am very happy with application & results . ( as are all my clients).

what do you use now as a licensed operator? or what do you clients prefer in 2014?

Started by Lawncare-4u.co.uk

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2 nap sack sprayers?

So if im going to weedkill and fertilise does that mean i need 2 nap sack sprayers. Obviously you dont want to fertilise a lawn with a nap sack you have just had weedkiller in do you? Even if its been washed through?

Started by adrian in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by Progreen Weed Control Sep 25, 2014

charging for weedkilling?

Hi chaps/chapesses. As some may know im quite new to this business ( started march this year). I have done my pa1/6 and need some advice re pricing. Im weedkilling a lawn for a customer which is approx 130 sq meters. Im going to use relay turf. I rec

Started by adrian

13 Replies · Reply by Robbie Sep 23, 2014

Tarpaulin or no tarpaulin

Is this question how many people use one? Or is it more of a customer thing if they suggest it you use one? Does it actually speed the job up make it tidier than using a blower?

Started by Mitchel ingham in Groundscare

19 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Sep 23, 2014

landscape juice network ??

Is there an app for this wonderful site I can download.

Started by Lee

20 Replies · Reply by Eugene Baston Sep 25, 2014

lawn fertilizer costs

I run my own gardening business but find it hard getting hold a good fertiliser locally so get it online. Can i get some info on costs. Too fertilise a 225sqm lawn cost the client £55. i used one bag. is that ok?

Started by Tom Bailey in Turfcare

3 Replies · Reply by James Brett Sep 23, 2014

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A shortage of bricklayers causes hourly rate to surge

"Now, as builders take on new work, the shortage of skilled tradespeople has allowed bricklayers and other subcontractors to ramp up their hourly rates."

I cannot verify their figures but this Guardian article is interesting.

Read the article in full

Started by Phil Voice in Landscaping

7 Replies · Reply by Mitchel ingham Oct 4, 2014

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