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sculpture in garden design

Why is it that some garden designers do not include the possibility of incorporating a sculpture in their schemes?   There are so many different styles and materials available which can enhance a space or add a focal point.   Surely sculpture is not
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Garden gates

As people naturally define the boundaries of their home with walls and fencing there needs to be a point of access, traditionally through a gate, which when closed contributes to the security of the home. People will usually have two gates on their p

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31 minutes ago
Lee Davis replied to James's discussion What is average cost for mowing a garden?
"I start the clock when my tools are in the garden and I'm ready to go currently. I've always kept my round hyper-local. But I think I need to have a rethink. I currently think if I earn £700 a week it's been a really good week. I don't pay any tax…"
2 hours ago
Lee Hazley is now a member of Landscape Juice Network
2 hours ago
Lee Davis replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"I can't stand driveways. I just tell them that I'm an organic gardener and don't use chemicals. If they want to use weed killer they can do it themselves."
9 hours ago
Lee Davis replied to Lee Davis's discussion New mower time!
"Can I ask those with HRX mowers what height settings they use? They he reason I ask is that the 476 only goes down to 25mm whereas the 537 goes to 19mm. It's a bit disappointing. Thought I'd settled on the 476 HY but 25 mm doesn't sound particularly…"
9 hours ago
Fusion Media posted a blog post
Get ready for the most anticipated event in the groundscare industry. GroundsFest 2024, which takes place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, on September 10 and 11, is set to return, promising an even more impressive lineup of exhibitors, new…
11 hours ago
Jake Piechowicz replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"That's good to know, all weed killer seems expensive but if you look at the sqm coverage  you can quickly work out if it's good value or not."
yesterday
PGM replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"We use it on all hard areas, gravel, driveways, along the base of walls etc. Kills the weeds present and really reduces how many then grow the rest of the season. We find that you need to wait for the weather to warm up before using it as it doesn't…"
yesterday
Kris Baker replied to Kris Baker's discussion Hedge trimmer harness
"I never thought to actually compare the photos of Hencham with the original Easy Lift Harness - doh! Thanks for that, I feel much more confident in a purchase now.
>> Buy one nowOff to do that RIGHT NOW!
Thanks"
yesterday
Jake Piechowicz replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"I've found that once a month treatment of glyphosate is more than sufficient for most places. is chikara/ pistol suitable for gravel? I thought it was only for railway ballast or am I being daft?"
yesterday
PGM replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"We also use Pistol on our hard surfaces. 30ml per litre seems to kill pretty much everything and then keeps the weeds down afterwards too as it's residual. "
yesterday
Graham Taylor replied to A. Latta's discussion Driveway weedkiller recommendations
"Chikara or Pistol are great.................. one application now will keep it completely clear for the year.   Its not cheap but its good... you're looking at £150 roughly........ but its highly diluted in use so once you've bought it, you'll have…"
yesterday
Vic 575 replied to Kris Baker's discussion Hedge trimmer harness
"Just had a look and it’s only the name that has changed slightly, from ‘Lift’ to ‘Lifting’.
It is also over £100 cheaper than mine was all those years ago. A genuine bargain.
Buy one now."
yesterday
Vic 575 replied to Kris Baker's discussion Hedge trimmer harness
"The Easy Lifting Harness you picture is pretty much exactly the same as mine, only with two gas struts as opposed to one. The double gas strut variant was available when I got mine but the single gas strut version was more than capable weight wise…"
yesterday
Kris Baker replied to Kris Baker's discussion Hedge trimmer harness
"Thanks Vic, Yes, definitely been swayed by your previous review. I wonder if the V3 Elephant and the new Henchman have narrowed the gap.
I could import from USA ... but I want one "tomorrow" - I'm well past retirement age and have found manhandling…"
yesterday
Kris Baker replied to Kris Baker's discussion Hedge trimmer harness
"Thanks. I have done a bit more research.
Can't seem to find the Easy Lift - their website lists 3 dealers in EU, one dead links and for the other two I can't find the product on their website. Doesn't bode well ... and seems that Henchman have given…"
yesterday
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