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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…
“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…
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…
Dan never knew that he would be orchestrating a ten-man-band five years ago when he packed in…
This series isn't just for landscapers and gardeners starting out: it's also a refresher for existing…
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"Dont do contracts for private gardens. I keep it simple "no problem but i wont be back until its your next turn and price per cut will be double to compensate for it being longer, however if its to wet again next time whats your plan?"
that answer…"
that answer…"
"Yes he has a clause saying we can revise the price based on previously unknown obstacles or things we weren't aware of at the time of quoting. Thus also included damage to machinery. The developer has already put a land drain in near their patio,…"
"Jason,
Seen this so many times over many decades in the trade, we always put our quote in writing specifying drainage, buried rubbish issues are subject to an extra charge to sort as they are not obvious on initial inspection. Has your son given a…"
Seen this so many times over many decades in the trade, we always put our quote in writing specifying drainage, buried rubbish issues are subject to an extra charge to sort as they are not obvious on initial inspection. Has your son given a…"
Hello all,my son has started a landscaping business. He's had a few jobs. The one we priced and is working on is a new build. The garden is pretty big, about 450m2.Our quote was to seed it, plant a hedge at the back and create a border around with…
APB Treecare, a family-run tree care business based in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, has been steadily growing since its establishment in 2014 by Tony Boland.Specialising in tree surgery, tree removals, and surveys, the company serves both commercial…
"Will I notice the difference?"
"Think you need to have a word with Starmer and ask him what he is doing about Drax, as noted in my previous post along with when he is swapping his 5lt Range Rover for an EV !"
"Scientists come up with all sorts of things becauser they find them interesting. Capitalists then work out how to monetise the profitable ones.
Blame capitalism, not science."
Blame capitalism, not science."
"less than 2% of emissions, from 1% of the global population. Add to that the fact that a) we've offshored a lot of our emissions by buying products from China instead of making what we need, and b) that we'd put millions of tonnes into the…"
"STIHL_2024_Battery_Working_Time.pdf"
"From what I can see the petrol hedgecutters weigh and cost less than equivalent battery model and no runtime issues, they are not there yet."
Lawn / soil problem
Hello all,my son has started a landscaping business. He's had a few jobs. The one we priced and is working on is a new build. The garden is pretty big, about 450m2.Our quote was to seed it, plant a hedge at the back and create a border around with…
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High lift non gen blades
Anyone know where we can source Oregon high lift blades to fit Hayter 56 pro 22inch and Stiga 950 vr 48cm. Thanks.
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Honda or Masport?
Looking for lightish roller mower, not battery!Anyone using Honda 476 QY 19 inch or Masport rotorla 22 inch ? Both similar weight, looking at the Masport don't like the handle bracing bar which runs between the 2 vertical handles and looks like it…
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Hole saw set
Anyone recommend a hole saw set, want a set in a case to stop walkies. Needs to cut steel and stainless , can't justify Starrett cost. Need a selection of sizes with arbours.Only occasional use numerous choices on net but difficult to know if any…
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It is always good to hear success stories and get feedback.
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Regards
Phil
We always learn and it's great that we can, more than that It's great that we have who to learn from.
All the best
ofer