A topical and contentious subject that is being widely discussed is the claim that leaf-blowers are fatal to insects and are causing an ‘insect Armageddon’. While it is true that leaf-blowers are harmful to insects, this urge to stop using them in ai
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Cornflowers, poppies, buttercups and other wildflowers will be blooming across the city this summer as part of a three year, £1.3 million research project led by the University of Bristol.
University scientists are planting flower meadows in the city
A widely used insect nerve agent has been labelled a "high acute risk" to honeybees by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). A similar assessment by the EFSA on three other insecticides preceded the suspension of their use in the European Union.
Crafty cockroaches have changed their sense of taste to dodge poison traps set for them.
The BBC reports how scientists in the US discovered that cockroaches had evolved to detect that the glucose used to coat poison bait was bitter not sweet.
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Bee Font garden bowl: detail
Discovering a nest of wild bees in my garden spurred me to this post. This is the second nest created in a forgotten clump of grass cuttings. Clearly they love it and find it a perfect environment. The first nest was quit
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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.
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"Hi Adam,
Only just seen this, so probably too late.
The quickest way would probably be to use a machine such as the Turf Teq Edger/Trencher. It's a walk-behind, powered machine that will dig shallow trench (down to 7" max) the correct width for the…"
Only just seen this, so probably too late.
The quickest way would probably be to use a machine such as the Turf Teq Edger/Trencher. It's a walk-behind, powered machine that will dig shallow trench (down to 7" max) the correct width for the…"
Turf Science Live Ireland, a renowned educational event in turf management, returned in September, hosted at the magnificent Killeen Castle.This prestigious golf course provided a fitting venue backdrop for turf professionals to gain valuable…
The recently held Exhibition News Indy Awards recognised GroundsFest 2023 in an extraordinary way, awarding it both the Best Independent Trade Show Launch and the prestigious Trade Show of the Year.These honours celebrate the innovation and unique…
This year is drawing to a close, and as I reflect back, I'm considering the hurdles and successes I've faced. I thought it might be worth sharing my experiences, in case someone in a similar situation is considering venturing into the self-employed…
"Hi Richard,
The best thing to use on a wild flower site is a Power Scythe; we have them in our rental fleet.
According to wildflower specialists, such as Wildflower Turf, you should cut and drop the flowers and grass, then remove the cuttings. If…"
The best thing to use on a wild flower site is a Power Scythe; we have them in our rental fleet.
According to wildflower specialists, such as Wildflower Turf, you should cut and drop the flowers and grass, then remove the cuttings. If…"
"The Turf Teq Brushcutter is a tough, walk-behind machine with a 26" cutting width. https://youtu.be/xORZwOvK5BA
We sometimes have a used, ex-rental machine available for sale."
We sometimes have a used, ex-rental machine available for sale."
Has anyone else on the forum received spam emails from SEO companies addressed to LJN saying they can improve LJN's google ranking, they are not aimed at us and am puzzled why we are receiving this junk from these scum bags.
"I use a Billy Goat Outback I bought secondhand many years ago for cutting between Christmas tree rows and it's been invaluable. It will cut brush with no worries and is built like a brick outhouse. They are around 3k new but I think I paid £500…"
"i don't do many conservation cuts or whatever you want to call them. Always strim the ones I get to do.
One observation I've made though is the lovely flowers and grasses are a treat to the eye. But the poor frogs, other reptiles and small…"
One observation I've made though is the lovely flowers and grasses are a treat to the eye. But the poor frogs, other reptiles and small…"
"Once or twice a year on wild flowers is more of a ride on mower job. I just use my iseki for this on top height then drop it down for a 2nd run over.
For the big rough stuff this guy is talking about I'd go for the etesia attila. It's the big boys…"
For the big rough stuff this guy is talking about I'd go for the etesia attila. It's the big boys…"
"East Coast Fencing would be interested in pricing for your Solar Fence Panels"
"We are getting asked this increasingly recently also - grass areas set aside as meadow and wild flower areas (more like weeds in the main), and only to be cut once or twice a year on new estates. What machines are you guys hiring/using?
Thanks also,…"
Thanks also,…"
First year for trading with zero prior experience
This year is drawing to a close, and as I reflect back, I'm considering the hurdles and successes I've faced. I thought it might be worth sharing my experiences, in case someone in a similar situation is considering venturing into the self-employed…
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Has anyone else on the forum received spam emails from SEO companies addressed to LJN saying they can improve LJN's google ranking, they are not aimed at us and am puzzled why we are receiving this junk from these scum bags.
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STIHL Hs45 throttle cable issue
Hi folks my trusty stihl hs45 throttle cable has developed an issue ... lost revs ... checked & cable is fine .there is small jacking screw around plastic mount which also has been fully adjusted & not effect really ..when I look down at opposite…
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Billy Goat for sale
We have a Billy Goat KV 601 self propelled with unused wander kit hose for sale. Bought for one job and only used 6 times, mint cond . £1500 inc vat. We are based in North Staffs, interested email us - peterpjs@tiscali.co.uk
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