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Grass cutting can be a daunting task for many who either don't have the time or suitable machinery. Few home owners can justify spending large amounts of money on professional quality mowers and clients in the commercial sector usually don't have the
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)has long been used in the garden mainly for it's use as an organic fertiliser. The properties of this "wonder plant" are well known to the older generation of gardeners and growers as well as those interested in organic
In noise sensitive areas consideration must be given to the distraction and annoyance caused by contractors using petrol powered machinery. In this instance a company such as Eco Garden maintenance may be utilised to undertake garden and landscape
Eco Garden Maintenance are glad to announce that we have ordered more pellenc t
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…
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…
A recent school grounds seminar held at Charterhouse in Surrey has been hailed a huge success by all who attended.
The event attracted over 50 delegates from all levels as several topical issues were explored and discussed. Supported by…
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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"A good guide to how tough the machine is, is tooth spacing. Both the HSA 86 and HLA 65 have a tooth spacing of 33mm. They will cut inch thick growth, I cut some elders a few days ago that thick with them. I have a HS 56 c-e, which needs some tlc, bu…"
"I use an 'Easy Lift Harness' so there is no weight in the hedge cutter at all. This makes all the difference as you can imagine. Every pro user should use one.
I always use the normal hedge cutter, in this case the HSA 86, as much as possible over a…"
I always use the normal hedge cutter, in this case the HSA 86, as much as possible over a…"
"No one said you were. I'm simply saying there is another way. you need to think on what you say before calling others rude. Your one of the reasons I stopped posting. You cannot see past your own opinions. It works for you that's great.
id also say…"
id also say…"
"I suppose it all depends on the scale of what you're doing. If you're dealing with individual private clients you may well be able to negotiate favourable terms, but my background over the past 35 was in large scale commercial operations with utilit…"
"Why so rude Richard?
Standing order is as simple as it gets and it means I don't need to send invoices/emails. It saves loads of admin time. I'm not a beginner at this trade. "
Standing order is as simple as it gets and it means I don't need to send invoices/emails. It saves loads of admin time. I'm not a beginner at this trade. "
"good point, usually the weight of the battery at the handle end counter balances this pretty well, unless it is seriously long reach. having dismantled various cordless tools you would be amazed by how small and light the brushless motors are these…"
"I've just had a quick look at the stiga smt 500. My immediate reaction is that the motors for the tools are at the wiorking end I.e. away from the operator. This layout may be more efficient in terms of battery life but having that extra weight on t…"
"yes each to their own, very much so, so many different businesses out there it is interesting to see how others do it. I use mainly battery mowers so am mindful the lawns don't get too long or it is more work, my regular clients trust me to just tur…"
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Many thanks, Gary,
Will look into the digital tacho as can use on much of my machinery, I have been thinking of buying a Weilbang 56 as the build quality looks good and like the shanks will give a perfect cut, also have you tried the new Hayter 56…"
Many thanks, Gary,
Will look into the digital tacho as can use on much of my machinery, I have been thinking of buying a Weilbang 56 as the build quality looks good and like the shanks will give a perfect cut, also have you tried the new Hayter 56…"
"I will add that I never felt the need for customers to deal with my cash flow for me by paying in instalments. But again each to their own"
"Get a grip. If you have no flexibility you will be turning up to either a jungle (which will annoy the customer) or wasting your time.
the temperature does not work by the calendar.
if it works for you with set dates then that's fine. The best custo…"
the temperature does not work by the calendar.
if it works for you with set dates then that's fine. The best custo…"
"Great post Fleur, I lost a friend recently. He seemed like he had it all."
"Thanks for the replies . It looks like the Stihl HLA 65 is the most appropriate machine .
I have a neglected Beech hedge to tackle in a garden where some of the vertical shoots graduate between 2 mm up to 25 mm , not sure i want to risk breaking in…"
I have a neglected Beech hedge to tackle in a garden where some of the vertical shoots graduate between 2 mm up to 25 mm , not sure i want to risk breaking in…"
"We make ours in house with 20mm box section steel welded to make a frame with 18mm ply for the shelves. We use tek screws to secure the shelves to the frame and also to the inside of the van. It takes around 2 man days to make but they are rockl sol…"
"I dont have a combi unit, so I hire in one of these stiga power brushes in for the tennis courts and large drives - it works well, but I always treat the moss a week or two before I hire the machine in"
Van shelving
Getting a bigger van in April l1l2 mwb mwb roof and need some shelving ideas any pictures of anyones van on here please
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Reply by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd 9 hours ago
Stiga cordless
Does anyone have any experience of using Stiga Cordless tools , particularly the cordless long reach hedge trimmers ? I was looking at buying a stihl cordless HLA56 long reach when i got distracted by a Stiga SMT 500 48 v multi tool comprising of…
Read more…Greetings
Hello All,I'm new to the forum and thought I would introduce myself.Currently looking to start a small gardening business In March after handing in my notice next Thursday.I'm trying to do my planning at the moment but struggling with the wealth of…
Read more…Stihl Kombi Brush
I am considering buying the Kombi Brush attachment. I have a couple of jobsthat require a lot of brushing - 2 car parks. One car park has a lot of pine needles that have been left for a long time and and a normal brush won't move them. I have looked…
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