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Keith Gallacher, Director of Complete Weed Control Scotland South East, has revealed why he chooses to use Roundup ProVantage from ICL above all other glyphosate herbicides.
Roundup ProVantage, a glyphosate-based herbicide, sets the standards in weed
After using their previous Etesia Hydro 124 D for eighteen years, the Malpas family felt it was time for an upgrade. When it came to choosing a new ride-on mower, there was only one choice - a new Hydro 124 DL.
The Malpas family, based in Hertfordshir
Mat Edwards, Course Manager at Looe Golf Club in Cornwall, claims that his new Hunter Irrigation system, supplied by KAR UK and installed by Full Circle Irrigation Ltd, has signalled instant improvements on the greens and approaches.
Designed by six t
Since using products from Mansfield Sand, Stuart Vause, Head Groundsman at Castleford Tigers, claims that the pitch has resulted in a more free-draining, firmer surface.
It is safe to say that Stuart is living the dream. As a lifelong fan of Castlefor
Jon Buddington, Grounds Manager at the world-famous Oxford University, has reported excellent results from using a range of Limagrain’s MM grass seed.
Oxford University – the world-leading centre of learning, teaching and research is the oldest univer
Michael Watson, Turf Manager at the Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand, claims that his two recently purchased Dennis PRO 34R rotary mowers are saving the grounds team an incredible four hours of maintenance work compared to the previous mo
ICL will be holding a live online webinar on 11th August entitled - Anthracnose in Turf - Best Management Advice.
With Anthracnose appearing to be on the increase in recent years, ICL Technical Managers Henry Bechelet & Dr Andy Owen will be on hand to
ICL has announced the launch of CleanShield, an alcohol-free, multi-surface cleaner which has been independently proven to be effective against 99.9% of bacteria, spores, viruses and fungi.
It is widely documented that the most common way that microor
Synthetic sports surfaces require a good maintenance programme in place from the very beginning. Failure to maintain the surface could lead to issues such as compaction, loss of porosity, inconsistent playing characteristics, damaged fibres and conta
HOW TO GET RID OF UGLY WEEDS IN YOUR LAWN
In this week’s video, I discuss different types of weed grasses. I show images of different types of weed grasses to help you recognise these, and different steps that you can take to help keep them under c
KAR UK has revealed that the new and improved J Series fountains by Kasco are now available.
Kasco J Series fountains are the perfect focal point in any pond or lake. From the 30 ft. high attention-demanding Redwood patterns, to the more elegant 2-ti
This one was just for a bit of fun and to go along with a Facebook competition I'm going to run. As ever, thanks for watching
SALTEX and Events Director, Luke Perry, believes that SALTEX 2021 will provide a huge opportunity for the grounds management industry to regroup, reunite and celebrate.
Luke Perry was appointed by the Grounds Management Association as SALTEX and Eve
Stuart Vause, head groundsman at Castleford Tigers RLFC, claims that his Dennis PRO 34R rotary mower has helped him make huge improvements to both the main pitch and also the training pitch.
In the five years that Stuart has been the head groundsman a
ICL has been collaborating with Bangor University on a unique research project which is exploring soil-plant interactions and fertilizer impact for turfgrass. The results may well revolutionize the use of fertilizers and encourage sustainable innovat
KAR UK has awarded Water Garden UK with the 2019 top sales award after its impressive distribution of Kasco Marine products.
Water Garden UK is a leading supplier of high-quality water gardening products. As a family run business based in Portsmouth,
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As Blue Monday is fast approaching, I thought it would be a good idea to give a small reminder to our community here on Landscape Juice to remember to tell people about your worries and if you’re having negative thoughts. Talking about emotions…
Britmow weren’t aware how much of an impact attending a trade show would have on their future endeavours. In the run up to their 50th anniversary, they were exploring ideas of how to celebrate. It’s only when they met Kate Cooney from…
“Gardening programmes tend to be very ‘traditional’ white middle-class in their attitude towards gardening”, Julia Sargeant said in an interview after she won gold at Chelsea Flower Show in 2016. She was the first black gardener to design…
A carefully-planned turf nutrition and treatment programme utilising three key Sherriff Amenity products has produced a sustained rise in the health, condition and playing standard of greens at the Milford Golf Club in Surrey.
The programme…
Studies report that burglary is one of the most emotionally impactful crimes to be a victim of. The prevention of being succumbed to it is always at the back of our minds – is anything on show? Are all the windows closed? Did you definitely lock…
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A #ThursdayThought ;
With focus on plastic’s recycling, what happens to all the artificial turf when it goes out of fashion or degrades ?
Will distributors offer a return-to-base recycling service ?
Should we ask before buying ?
We’ve had ethical st…
With focus on plastic’s recycling, what happens to all the artificial turf when it goes out of fashion or degrades ?
Will distributors offer a return-to-base recycling service ?
Should we ask before buying ?
We’ve had ethical st…
"experts say the grass provides no benefit to wildlife and if the popularity continues to rise then we could see a decline in bird, insect and mammal populations across the country.
The warning comes after it was revealed that premiership footballer…
The warning comes after it was revealed that premiership footballer…
Creating a fine lawn
Evening guys and gals, I'm after a bit of advice from some of you specialist turf care lot. On one of the larger gardens we manage, there is a large area of grass that hasn't had anything much done to it for at least 15 years other than being cut…
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Reply by David Hooper 5 hours ago
Green waste, how much do you charge
Hi all,Just wondering how much everyone charges for green waste? I charge £25 per big builder's sac I take and have done for about eight years. Was thinking of putting it up to £30.Many Dave
Read more…Block Paving/Decorative concrete price per metre
Right, so I am having an extension built and need some sort of paving or decorative concrete. There will probably be about 25 or 30sm needed. I need to know what a fair price to have this done is. I am a gardener and soft landscaper and I have no…
Read more…Stihl pressure washers
Good evening all. I hope we are all appreciating the drop in temperatures! I'm thinking of getting a pressure washer. Just as a toy really, for use on my own patios and decking and cleaning the vehicles etc. I don't need anything superturbocharged…
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