See the designs and briefs for the Show Gardens featuring at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2015 including an exciting show garden debut.
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If you are installing a Mediterranean style garden this year and you would like pots to compliment your design, simply email info@theterracottapotcompany.com and we'll send you an e-catalogue and trade price list covering all of our hand made, frost
A TREE surgeon has spoken of his ‘massive relief’ after winning a four-year legal battle following an accident that left him with serious injuries.
Chris Baxter was airlifted to hospital after the cherry picker he was working in toppled over. A judge
Who has been killing one of England’s rarest birds? Patrick Barkham reports on the fierce conflict between game hunters and wildlife conservationists
Conservationists say there is no ecological reason for this wipeout – no habitat loss, no food short
Original Stone Paving Projects: Morfa Nefyn, North Wales http://theoriginalstonepaving.blogspot.com/2015/01/morfa-nefyn-north-wales.html?spref=tw … one of my favourite projects
Each country has its own invasive species and rampant plants with a tendency to grow out of control. In most, the techniques for dealing with them are similar - a mixture of powerful chemicals and diggers. But in the US a new weapon has joined the ar
Sun Rising natural burial ground is South Warwickshire's nature reserve burial ground. Situated at the edge of the Cotswold area of outstanding natural beauty, Sun Rising provides a final resting place.
As part of the growing movement towards natural
12 January 2015 - Snow, ice, strong winds and rain will be affecting various parts of the UK this week.
Most of the UK will be covered by a yellow "be aware" warning for one type of weather or another at some point over the coming days.
A deep area o
2015 is International Year of Soils.
Some areas of Africa have seen agricultural productivity decline by 50% due to erosion and desertification. If productivity is ever to go up, we may need to start by looking down: at the soil, reports the Guardia
A Somerset village could lose its medieval cobbled paths because they are feared to be too dangerous.
People have been tripping over the cobbles in Dunster's High Street and suffering injuries, because of their poor state of repair.
Nobody is current
EXPERTS in gardening will visit Malmesbury for the first ever Gardens Illustrated Festival.
Gardening VIPs Dan Pearson, Alys Fowler and Sarah Raven will be amongst the guests coming to the town with the first talk taking place on the evening of Frida
To kick off Bristol’s year as the European Green Capital the city’s oldest gallery, the RWA, has been transformed into a colourful arboretum for an exhibition by a newly formed group of artists. Rows of trees in works by a group of 30 British painForestry chiefs say the fight against a killer tree disease in the Galloway Forest Park is entering a critical phase.
Forestry Commission Scotland is working with contractors to clear around a million tonnes of timber affected by Phytophthora ramorum
An on-line course leading to the new Certificate in Water Conservation will help industry professionals demonstrate high standards of sustainable, environmentally sensitive and cost-effective use of water in gardens, parks, sports grounds and more.
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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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"Graham. These "all in one" products designed for joe public are crap they don't do anything well. For moss buy pro kleen liquid iron - 2.5 lts in a 12 lt knapsack will do 200 sqmts it comes in a 5lt and is around £16 all in.
For fert we use an…"
For fert we use an…"
"I think this will still come under repairing law and moss problems. I've some lawns that are in a right state after winter... riddled with moss and lots of bare patches from the dry summer..I always use "Aftercut" weed, feed and mosskiller on…"
"Your liability insurance should cover the hedgecutting, However if you have drive your ride on across a pavement, road, private road or private/public car park your liability insurance will not cover you. We have just taken out cover at a cost of…"
Managing one of the busiest multi-sport facilities on the south coast is no small task – especially in a region increasingly defined by prolonged dry spells and intense seasonal wear. At Bournemouth University, Grounds Manager Alex McCombie relies…
"Maybe I'm going to be looking to upgrade my old steel platform for an aluminum version...thanks"
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"Gary,
The method we use when the client does nor want a full renovation - spray pro kleen liquid iron at a dilution of 2.5 lts in 12lts water this will cover around 200 sq mts if you thoroughly wet the area. After 7 to 10 days repeat but with the…"
The method we use when the client does nor want a full renovation - spray pro kleen liquid iron at a dilution of 2.5 lts in 12lts water this will cover around 200 sq mts if you thoroughly wet the area. After 7 to 10 days repeat but with the…"
"Interesting but not surprised . Makes we wonder about mowing a grass verge outside a customers property and cutting the pedestrian side of a hedge which is a public right of way . "
"Not strictly the purists method but had customers who prefer not to use moss killer which discolours the lawn or just prefer an organic approach .
I have used dethatching tines on a Stihl mm56 machine which literally pulls the moss out and a great…"
I have used dethatching tines on a Stihl mm56 machine which literally pulls the moss out and a great…"
Hi.Does a mossey lawn always equal a full lawn renovation? Once you kill (or control) moss the customer is left with brown / black dead moss all over their lawn. So then its needs scarifying to rake it up, then usually a preseed fert, seed and top…
"I have two tripod ladders, 8ft henchman and 12ft from orchard ladders, both have three extendable legs adding an extra foot and half. Been using them three years now, great ladders.
Ive cut a 10ft hedge with the 12th foot ladder. It not ideal the…"
Ive cut a 10ft hedge with the 12th foot ladder. It not ideal the…"
"Yes that photo shows you would struggle to find anything less suitable to cut that particular hedge from. I have a large tripod and it only gets used several times per year, perfect for certain jobs but for day to day use more of a hindrance"
Selected attendees of the 2025 GroundsFest Academy events were recently given a unique opportunity: a behind-the-scenes experience day at the Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal F.C. The day offered a CPD-accredited, practical insight into the…
How do you get on using a tripod ladder taller than the hedge you're cutting? Are photos using them like this practical?I cut a variety of heights and only want to buy one new ladder to rule them all. I currently use a folding combination ladder…
"Hi Ian,
My chooice is to scarify, overseed then top dress using Field 4 organic dressing, it's bloody brilliant.
You work it over the lawn with a lute or landscaper rake, i buy in bulk and have it delivered.
Hope that helps.
Jon"
My chooice is to scarify, overseed then top dress using Field 4 organic dressing, it's bloody brilliant.
You work it over the lawn with a lute or landscaper rake, i buy in bulk and have it delivered.
Hope that helps.
Jon"
Does moss always = full renovation
Hi.Does a mossey lawn always equal a full lawn renovation? Once you kill (or control) moss the customer is left with brown / black dead moss all over their lawn. So then its needs scarifying to rake it up, then usually a preseed fert, seed and top…
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Tripod ladder user? Your advice sought please!
How do you get on using a tripod ladder taller than the hedge you're cutting? Are photos using them like this practical?I cut a variety of heights and only want to buy one new ladder to rule them all. I currently use a folding combination ladder…
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Ride on mower/ ride on plant are you covered?
Some of you may not be aware that your public liability insurance does not cover you for accidents/ damage whilst driving ride on machinery across car parks or on private roads. A separate policy "Road risks" is required regardless of whether the…
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Sick pay insurance
Hi all. Hope everyone is getting off to a good start this season.Can anyone recommend a decent sick cover or work injury company. There's a lot out there so solid suggestions welcome pleaee
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