I can tell you that we are in a youngish beech wood, ideal for truffles as beech is a host tree. Today we are looking for Tuber aestivum, the black summer truffle that is one of the best edible truffles growing in Britain. Like many fungi, they have
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The Future Forests Network is a collaboration between the Forestry Commission, The Silvanus Trust and the Sylva Foundation.
This new project aims to map the occurrence of new and novel species already growing in UK forests, to provide the forestry se
So just how much woodland is there in the UK? Well it would appear that, at 31 March 2013, there is 3.13 million hectares.
That is just one of the findings from the Forestry Commission and its latest statistics on woodland area, planting and restocki
Those with an interest in the UK forestry industry can take part in a series of free e-lectures as part of a project aimed at building links with counterparts in Canada.
The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) and Forest Research, have joined forc
The Woodland Trust has received the green light from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for a UK-wide project which could see the restoration of 52,000 hectares of ancient woodland.
The project intends to work with more than 1,000 landowners to offer in
On the radio yesterday I was gratified to hear Oliver Rackham talk about the dangers of the globalization of the tree business, as I blogged about nearly a month ago. It was also interesting to hear him talk about some other less than positive aspect
Standardising rates of payment for land management is a grey area. And whilst the FC guidance lists for standard rates is a good guide to costs re forest operations it is just a guide and a very useful one at that. But the recognition of the constrai
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LJN is an open association of individuals and companies involved in landscaping, garden maintenance, horticulture and garden design.
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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…
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Hi all. Been gardening now for 6 years.(all rounder,lawn mowing, aerating,scarification, hedge cutting,weeding etc) charging hourly rate.if using aerator,scarifier charge accordingly.bomb shell is, I now need hip replacement. Unable to work at…
Agrovista Amenity is pleased to confirm that Lanzarta has now received full registration approval in the UK for both forest nursery and in-forest use, providing forestry professionals with a complete two-stage strategy for controlling large pine…
Looking for cordless hedge cutter with the motor at the battery/handle end and telescopic . Find the ones with the motor at the blade end unbalanced, and before anyone says it - no the battery does not counter balance it well. Not bothered on brand.
Kress UK has strengthened its commercial team with the appointment of Alex Thorneycroft Taylor as Business Development Manager, bringing with him more than two decades of experience in precision technology, customer support, and business…
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"
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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...
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Hi all. Been gardening now for 6 years.(all rounder,lawn mowing, aerating,scarification, hedge cutting,weeding etc) charging hourly rate.if using aerator,scarifier charge accordingly.bomb shell is, I now need hip replacement. Unable to work at…
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Cordless hedge cutter
Looking for cordless hedge cutter with the motor at the battery/handle end and telescopic . Find the ones with the motor at the blade end unbalanced, and before anyone says it - no the battery does not counter balance it well. Not bothered on brand.
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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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