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As the UK job market and economy continue to struggle, an increasing number of people working in horticulture are finding themselves faced with debt problems. Last year Perennial, the national charity for people working in horticulture and their fami
Current trading in line with expectations
Marshalls' revenue for the year ended 31 December 2011 increased by 8 per cent to £334 million (2010: £309 million).
Sales to the Public Sector and Commercial end market, which represent approximately 60 per
Just how healthy are the finances of your business?
Obviously we complete tax returns each year and hopefully we monitor progress through the year but this generally focuses on turnover, expenses and profit. It doesn't explain how financially health
The Chosen Trees
Two shapely and proud Small-leaved Limes, ( Tilia cordata ), stand in the middle of a small field at Duncannon, Stoke Gabriel, Devon. Overlooking the Dart Estuary, these trees formed part of a Devon hedge which was removed many years
The Landscape Juice Network (LJN)
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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…
Open forum activity
ICL Turf & Landscape UK & Ireland was proud to sponsor and participate in the Perennial Kick for a Cause 2026 charity football tournament, kindly hosted by Fulham FC’s at their training ground in Motspur Park, Surrey.The event brought together teams…
"Does anyone have any experience with the Sabo 54 R Vario B Petrol Roller Lawnmower? It's expensive but has everything I want from a mower, the question is, is it any good. "
"Would a Honda Izzy with the optional striping kit which cost around £15.00 for the kit be suitable Dougie ?
The finish is impressive on most domestic lawns , A bit of icing on the cake for those lawns which would not normally need striping and the…"
The finish is impressive on most domestic lawns , A bit of icing on the cake for those lawns which would not normally need striping and the…"
"Is the answer not you simply don't use a roller mower up steps? I don't think you will find a lightweight roller mower as the rollers etc are the heavy bits, could be looking for something you will never find"
"I'm not interested in buying, but your description of Speyside is most appealing! Good luck. "
"Jd pedestrian mowers were rebadged sabos correct"
"I think sabo mowers are like John Deere's now but same again they do not do a small rear roller only a bigger one which would be to heavy for 1 person to lift"
"Hi Peter and Max,
Peter - unfortunately I don't think you have received a considered response to your feedback to Max's post. When I read it the first thing I noticed in his first paragraph was 'this sounds like an AI response', mainly because of…"
Peter - unfortunately I don't think you have received a considered response to your feedback to Max's post. When I read it the first thing I noticed in his first paragraph was 'this sounds like an AI response', mainly because of…"
This week we navigate time away form the business, mindset and of course sailing around Croatia!https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tfV3Hh56E8YGyDU8lF66Y?si=d8f57470...
I'm having a slight change of plams due to a major injury (Not work related, or my Ukraine trips, though Putin did just blow up my favourite coffeeshop today)I have 2 fantasic I'll list today, with more to follow.Kubota GR2120This is a fantastic…
"I'd add to that make sure the client waters the life out of it - if they havent got one set them up with a good sprinkler that covers the whole area and set it on a timer for about 2 hours a day - at night."
Maintaining a consistent, high-quality racing surface is a year-round challenge at Hamilton Park Racecourse, but Head Groundsman Prentis Russell believes a well-planned nutrition programme, supported by Agrovista Amenity, is helping the track…
GroundsFest Academy recently hosted another successful free educational event with its Synthetic Surface – Maintenance Best Practice day, delivered in collaboration with Replay Maintenance, Redexim UK, Labosport and Fleet Line Markers.The…
Kress UK has appointed Stuart Wharam as its new Commercial Business Manager for the North, strengthening the company’s commitment to the golf and sports turf sectors across the region. With around 15 years of industry experience, Stuart brings…
New Episode Out Today! Two Ordinary Blokes in Business Podcast
This week we navigate time away form the business, mindset and of course sailing around Croatia!https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tfV3Hh56E8YGyDU8lF66Y?si=d8f57470c66e47cb
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Landscape Equipment for Sale
I'm having a slight change of plams due to a major injury (Not work related, or my Ukraine trips, though Putin did just blow up my favourite coffeeshop today)I have 2 fantasic I'll list today, with more to follow.Kubota GR2120This is a fantastic…
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CANOPY
What we're building CANOPY to be — and what the UK green industry deserves in 2026Most of us in this trade are running our businesses the same way we did 10 years ago. Spreadsheets that fall over. WhatsApp threads three deep. A diary in the van. An…
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Thick moss in lawns
Hi AllI have some clients with a lot of thick moss on them. What is the best way to deal with this, please? Scarfing or produce like No More Rake does the job.Look forward to hearing from you
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