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HOW TO GET RID OF UGLY WEEDS IN YOUR LAWN
In this week’s video, I discuss different types of weed grasses. I show images of different types of weed grasses to help you recognise these, and different steps that you can take to help keep them under c
In the first of a several part blog that we are writing, we will explain some of the terms that are often used in lawncare service leaflets and by contractors but many of you out there may not actually understand what they mean!
Lets start with a term
Tips and tricks to help your lawn thrive during the summer
Summer is upon us and a lawn is a place for all of the family to play and enjoy. However, summer can be one of the most challenging seasons for your lawn as it endures more wear and tear as p
Problem
The soil beneath the grass on your lawn tends to become compacted over time and as a result has too many solid particles in a certain volume or space which prevents proper circulation of air, water and nutrients within the soil. The reasons f
Ever wished your lawn could look better?
Do you have heavy infestations of moss, weeds, bald patches or a generally unhealthy looking lawn?
ANP Services Spalding can help, if you if in any of the areas surrounding Spalding, such as Cowbit, Moulton, Gos
The Landscape Juice Network (LJN)
What is it?
LJN is an open association of individuals and companies involved in landscaping, garden maintenance, horticulture and garden design.
The site is…
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
"John, don't know how but if you put "earth auger for drill " in ebay and scroll you should find it the seller is called "bamblinas" and only offers 7cmx42cm size whereas the other sellers offer numerous different sizes so you should find it. Went…"
"Glad it's worked out Peter , it sounds impressive for the price , well worth the money just to have one on the van .
Is there a link to the product ."
Is there a link to the product ."
"Well the ebay auger 7cmx42cm £8.50 arrived have used it for 4hrs and have to say very impressed despite rock hard ground and hitting roots and stones it is unmarked . It has not drained the drill battery any more than normal use , I did turn the…"
The official launch of the new Kress Voyager 60 robotic mower attracted significant attention at GroundsFest 2026, with visitors gathering to see the machine in action, try it for themselves, discuss its capabilities with the Kress team, and arrange…
"They used to. I've got 3 year old kit and 13 year old kit, dying at the same time."
"yes there's several different Ego spools, some may (or may not) fit more than 1 model of machine, never tried a Powerload one myself, I also have a very old Honda 56V strimmer, which was basically a clone of an early brushless motor Ego, still going…"
"The one thing that you need to be aware of is that the bump cap tends to wear fairly fast (well I went through one in 2 seasons, using it everyday). Annoyingly at that time you couldn't buy the cap on its own- you have to buy the whole head. Now…"
"Thank you, I'm going to look into a smaller ego strimmer than yours, the st1400."
"Hi, useful info thank you. It's the 1400 I'm looking at as I just need a small strimmer for lawn edges and small jobs, I already have a echo petrol. Thank you."
East Leake Playing Fields and Pavilion has become a thriving community sports hub in just three and a half years, providing facilities for rugby, football, cricket, archery and a wide range of community activities. However, like many grassroots…
"I used a petrol strimmer for a good few years, before buying an Ego ST1400. I found it brilliant- very controllable, and with 2mm line less prone to gravel flick etc. It did take a couple of weeks to get used to it rotating the other way, mainly…"
"hi I find in practice it's barely noticeable, the splatter is largely ejected the opposite way that's all, maybe walking along the edge the other direction than I would strim with an anti-clockwise one. For finer lawn edges I find my Ego STX4500 too…"
Good morning all. I've always used strimmers that spin anti clockwise, just been looking at purchasing a ego strimmer for whizzing around lawn edges and I've seen that they spin clockwise. Have any of you used both and found that it was easy to get…
"Highly recommend that burgeon and ball transplanting spade , very versatile spade.
In the soil conditions Peter describes I tend to use a rough neck hand pick to break through the soil unless it's compacted clay .
If too compacted it might just…"
In the soil conditions Peter describes I tend to use a rough neck hand pick to break through the soil unless it's compacted clay .
If too compacted it might just…"
The GroundsFest Academy has announced Kress UK and Ireland as its newest Platinum Sponsor, strengthening the Academy's commitment to equipping the groundscare industry with the skills, technology, and expertise needed for the future.The partnership…
"had job the other day managed to get to it whilst relatively dry, strim a massive overgrown literally 10 inches to 1 foot tall lawn down to "bowling green level" in 1 pass, did the worst bits with Stihl FSA135 fitted with 2.7mm oregon square line,…"
Strimmer question
Good morning all. I've always used strimmers that spin anti clockwise, just been looking at purchasing a ego strimmer for whizzing around lawn edges and I've seen that they spin clockwise. Have any of you used both and found that it was easy to get…
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Green tip off in Surrey?
Hi all, the green waste site I have been using near Epsom has apparentley closed down, at least until December, due to the death of the owner. Mid Surrey Farm. Does anyone know of any sites around Surrey which take green waste- Hedge trimmings &…
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Ariens zero turn
Hello, is anyone using either Ariens summit or zenith zero turns, interested in how they perform, any problems etc, we are looking at getting a couple for next year and can't find many reviews!? Thanks!
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