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Dennis Mowers, part of the Howardson Group, is gearing up for an exciting showcase at SALTEX 2024.

Set to take place on 30 and 31 October at the NEC in Birmingham, Dennis Mowers will be displaying their innovative range of electric mowers and turf mai

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The second edition of GroundsFest, held on 10 and 11 September at Stoneleigh Park in Warwickshire, has firmly established itself as the UK’s largest grounds management and landscaping event. Following a strong debut in 2023, this year’s show exceeded

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The new Avant 855i and Avant 845 models have entered production.

The biggest and strongest Avant loader series is now complete as two highly anticipated loader models have entered production. The Avant 855i is a single-speed version of the most powerf

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The recent Turf Science Live event, held at North Hants Golf Club in Fleet, Hampshire, brought together golf course mangers and turf managers for a day of immersive learning and networking. Organised by ICL and Syngenta, the event, now in its fifteen

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Agrovista Amenity is proud to announce a new 12-month partnership with Worcestershire Football Association (FA) aimed at supporting the grassroots football community by providing comprehensive grass pitch care solutions.

As a recommended provider for

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Founded five years ago, Tree Peaks has built a reputation for delivering quality tree surgeon services across Lancashire, the Yorkshire Dales, the Forest of Bowland, and the Lake District.

Specialising in domestic tree work and log processing, Tree Pe

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Involved with your local sports club? Visit us on Stand OSA220 at GroundsFest 2024 for the complete package of sports pitch maintenance equipment that will improve the surfaces for players whilst making life much easier for grounds staff, especially
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 GroundsFest 2024 is set to be an unmissable event for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the land-based industries. With a comprehensive education programme spread across four seminar theatres, including practical sessions, ther

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In the competitive world of hire businesses, reputation is everything. That's why SHC Hire, with 10 depots spread across Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Cumbria, insists on using only market-leading equipment.

For Matthew Wilson, the Managing Director of S

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Agrovista Amenity has announced that it will be exhibiting at GroundsFest 2024.

Following the resounding success of the event’s debut last year, the company is eager to showcase its innovative and sustainable products to a broader audience.

Agrovista A

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ICL Controlled release fertiliser technology has helped to transform the fairways at Coventry Hearsall Golf Club.

Chris Low, the Course Manager at Coventry Hearsall Golf Club, has witnessed outstanding results since introducing ICL’s Sierrablen Plus S

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GroundsFest 2024 attendees can look forward to seeing SISIS in Outside Area A on stand number OSA170, where a variety of innovative turf maintenance products will be on display.

This year, the focus will be on three key products: the Quadraplay, the V

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Jon Chandler replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"Thanks all for your help and advice.
Great to have the expertise on here as a guide and backup. 🙏"
yesterday
Adam Woods replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"Others have ID ed it.
I chop them off at ground level with secutears then spray a drop or two of Praxys on the wound... if it doesnt killt he first time, it will the 2nd or 3rd"
yesterday
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At the Portugal Invitational, Kress showed turf professionals that unmanned mowing has moved from emerging concept to practical course-management solutionChampionship golf leaves no room for compromise. That's precisely why Kress chose the inaugural…
yesterday
Neil Darby replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"If it has thorns it is likely to be a Robinia. I have a client who has a couple of trees 10 or so Metres away & this year they have been popping up all over the lawn. A nightmare tree for anybody who climbs!!!
I have a Gleditsia myself, (my…"
Saturday
Paul Elby replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"As others have said it is a Gleditsia (honey locust), grows very easily from blown in seeds and suckers. Grows fast in hot dry conditions."
Saturday
Graham Taylor replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"There will probably be a tree nearby with the same foliage sending out suckers into your lawn.  You could try spraying them with tryclopyr (SBK brushwood killer will do)  ............. tricky as you don't want to risk damaging the tree they are…"
Friday
Kieran Ray replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"It could definitly be a honey locust sucker but it is more likely to be a Robinina sucker, they can send them up when stressed and ffresh growth can have a purple tinge. "
Aug 18
David Benson replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"eucalyptus tree suckers i have seen them 60-70 yards from the tree "
Aug 18
John F replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"Is it growing off a long sucker from a tree in a nearby garden like sumac trees send out ?"
Aug 18
Dave Colton replied to Jon Chandler's discussion Growth/Shoots in lawn
"Looks very much like a locus tree, young ones do also develop spikes."
Aug 18
Fusion Media posted a blog post
For Guy Woodward, Head Groundsman at Warwick Racecourse, maintaining a safe and consistent racing surface is a year-round challenge. From heavy winter rainfall to prolonged dry spells, the demands placed on a jumps track require products that can be…
Aug 18
Jon Chandler posted a discussion
Hi All, In a cleints garden, I'm having a real problem with these shoots that are coming up in the lawn.I'm digging them out as I go, they are on long roots. they have an oval shape leaf and develop nasty thorns. See pics.Can anyone help identify…
Aug 18
Billybop replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Gardening & Landscaping Recruitment
"yes I would say to be able to start up a fledgling garden service nowadays, you really need to be in a fairly privileged position to be able to build it up, as your initial earnings won't even touch the sides of the cost of living, let alone the…"
Aug 18
Jon Goves updated their profile
Aug 18
Honey Badger replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Gardening & Landscaping Recruitment
"As mentioned they are demotivated because of the high cost of living and low wages in comparison.
Yes there's is opportunities they have to fight for them because there is alot of competition.
The entitlement and benfit culture is another different…"
Aug 18
Adam Woods replied to Graham Mitchell's discussion Gardening & Landscaping Recruitment
"Agreed 110% Peter.
That said there are exceptions - you just have to find them"
Aug 18
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Growth/Shoots in lawn

Hi All, In a cleints garden, I'm having a real problem with these shoots that are coming up in the lawn.I'm digging them out as I go, they are on long roots. they have an oval shape leaf and develop nasty thorns. See pics.Can anyone help identify…

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