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A Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) survey has found that two-thirds (62%) of British gardeners feel optimistic that they can adapt to the challenges climate change may bring, while 70% believe changes in gardening practices can help them garden succ

Now that I am doing both gardening AND offering holistic therapy from my outdoor room (recently built conservatory),it feels like I have truly united growing and healing in one space. Just three weeks to go now til I move everything into the space an

A spreading perennial ryegrass exclusive to Germinal Seeds in the UK has been hailed for its divot recovery qualities in research trials.

Galleon plants bound together by stolons

The regenerative growth qualities of Galleon were demonstrated when it be

Republic of Ireland agriculture minister Tom Hayes and his Northern Ireland counterpart Michelle O'Neill have highlighted the importance of continued co-operation in tackling plant disease throughout Ireland.

The two ministers were speaking at the Al

The mysterious vanishing of honeybees from hives can be directly linked to insectcide use, according to new research from Harvard University.

The scientists showed that exposure to two neonicotinoids, the world's most widely used class of insecticide

A company responsible for maintaining the grounds of a naval base in Cornwall has been fined after three workers were diagnosed with a debilitating condition that left them with permanent nerve damage.

The three men, who do not wish to be named, were

A Crewe based landscaper has been fined for fraudulently claiming he was a member of the Guild of Master Craftsmen.

Lee Potter, who owns Ultimate Driveways, pleaded guilty to five charges of fraudulent trading. He was fined £1,500.

Potter was also fi

Etesia UK, the UK distributor of Pellenc battery-powered tools has announced it will now offer a three year commercial warranty as standard. The warranty is an extension of the normal manufacturers 12 month warranty.

General Manager for Etesia UK, Les

Sale Sharks’ training ground was given a flying start to the growing season thanks to an early fertiliser feed from Germinal Seeds.

David Lomax, head groundsman for Sale FC Rugby Club, looks after four pitches at its heavily used training ground at C

An early day motion (EDM) has been tabled by Members of Parliament calling for a debate on the decision to make cut backs at Royal Botanic Gardens Kew.

At present 27 MPs have signed the motion, which calls for a public debate on the funding cuts plan

Britain’s trees are under unprecedented threat from new pests and diseases, including Chalara dieback of ash.

Mike Sankus, Arboricultural Association trustee and chair of the Association’s South East Branch, has worked closely with partners in the Fo

People in parts of London and Berkshire are being reminded not to touch caterpillars of the oak processionary moth (OPM), which are beginning to emerge in oak trees in these areas.

They are also advised to keep children, pets and livestock away from

Husqvarna is celebrating 325 years of Swedish engineering. On the founding date April 27, Husqvarna Group can boast a unique history, from weapons to robotic mowers.

Their heritage

In the late 1600’s, the wars that raged across Europe resulted in an

Every school in the UK will receive a pack of poppy seeds to mark the Centenary of the First World War, as part of an educational initiative by The Royal British Legion.

The aim of the project is to help young people understand the impact of conflict

A guide has been produced providing advice on boosting biodiversity around solar farms in the UK.

Developed by the BRE National Solar Centre (BRE NSC) the guide draws on the advice of a number of organisations including The National Trust, RSPB, Plan

Two documents have been made available by Defra providing updates on both tree health and plant biosecurity.

Tree health management plan
The tree health management plan sets out government’s approach to tree health in England which is in line with th

NEWS RELEASE SureSet, the UK’s leading manufacturer of resin bound surfacing materials, has launched another innovative product. TradePack™ has been designed with experienced self builders and tradesmen in mind.
SureSet’s Managing Director, Kevin We

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), has awarded almost £30,000 to support 28 Yorkshire organisations that were in need of a cash injection to allow their community projects to flourish.

Six groups will receive up to £5,000 to finance large project

Bunkers are a regular clubhouse talking point – often as a negative one – but leading supplier of golf course supplies Sherriff Amenity now offers something that will raise their profile favourably and be a useful course care aid - the Bunkerstamp.

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