with the temperatures rising we are now able to get out to work.This installation was completed last week in Scunthorpe.A golden quartz driveway laid over a tarmac base.
This week we have just started to prepare a large concrete driveway in Cresswel
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Reading the news today, it has been brought to my attention the death of Mr. Dennis Oppenheim, a great contemporary artist and creator of some of the best examples of Land Art Sculpture. So what a good opportunity to review some of his best works.
Ann
We are now offering mole catching as an additional service to our clients.
Ashgate Garden Care feel that mole control complements our range of existing services.
Whilst not a public health risk like rats or mice, moles however can cause damage to you
A new project submission has been made to www.garden-design-pictures.com and the pictures can be viewed by clicking Raised Beds
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A quotation website specifically for resin surfacing,resin bonded aggregates and resin bound gravels.
Enabling customers to get a quote from a local contractor,enabling customers to see more examples of work without travelling to far,quotaions at more
Looking to revamp your garden this spring? Well the garden design and landscaping team at Charlesworth Outside would like to help you. Now is the best time to get in touch so that we can discuss your brief and start the design process.
We offer a free
Here we are on the 23rd January, just 15 working days (yes including Saturdays and Sundays) until we open on 9th February. Nursery workers are into work everyday except Xmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day!!!
With our work schedule planned out, to t
Dear LJN Members,
I would like to invite you to apply for tickets for the Barbara Everard Centenary Exhibition, to be held as a feature of the RHS London Orchid Show and Botanical Art Show at the Lindley Hall, Vincent Square, London in March.
Barbara
Can't believe I have reached my limit of 10,000 words in my first G Spot Blog. Can I really write that much! Phil told me recently that he hadn't realised that I was updating my blog every few days and I said I am sure no one ever read it-but he ass
THE BRITISH TRADITIONAL MOLECATCHERS REGISTER ( www.britishmolecatchers.co.uk ) is proud to announce their "Molecatcher of the Year Award 2010".....
We are the National Register for Traditional Molecatchers and our website is the best place to fin
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I decided over Christmas that as we are at the beginning of a New year and a new millenium no less, that my website, which I've always managed myself, needed updating. The last few weeks have been spent trying to design the look and feel with the aid
West Midlands Landscapes strives to make having a new driveway installed as an enjoyable experience as possible,for some the process of choosing a blockpaving contractor and having their driveway ripped up and relayed can be a daunting prospect to sa
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The Chosen Trees
Two shapely and proud Small-leaved Limes, ( Tilia cordata ), stand in the middle of a small field at Duncannon, Stoke Gabriel, Devon. Overlooking the Dart Estuary, these trees formed part of a Devon hedge which was removed many years
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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…
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"I have a 6ft pair of Niwakis, wish i’d had them years before I did. I initially got the 8fts and immediately realised they would be a pain for the majority of hedges I used to cut. I think they are brilliant just make sure they are seated properly.…"
"I wouldn't cut a hedge without one. Anything over 6' you should get with 3 adjustable legs, otherwise they can be unstable if you lean - but positioned correctly they are the only way.
Befrore retirement I had an 8' and a 4; . The 4' went in the…"
Befrore retirement I had an 8' and a 4; . The 4' went in the…"
"Yes had that scenario where you can't reach a fiddly bit no matter what ladder and have to balance on the apex of a shed roof or do best job painstakingly with a long reach pole pruner . "
"We've just finished our second week, so that's a full round of all customers now, and didn't have a single one we couldn't do. It's been a really good start here in the north west and now with nice sunny weather coming up this week it's a great time…"
"I'm very wary of these tripod ladders, I took a life changing fall from the top of a 12ft tripod. Now I only use them myself with great care. The issue is that they are very unstable at the top if you lean to either side, and they go with no…"
"Done a couple of second cuts already this last week would you believe. It's almost as if the grass has a memory of last year's drought and is making up for it now plenty of moisture available"
"the tripods are good but in some scenarios the wide base and the fact the 3rd leg has to be placed some distance away from the step part for stability makes this large foot print impractical eg when cutting hedge behind a shed or greenhouse with…"
"Never tried these but always thought they look a bit of a pain to cart about. Looking at the picture, seems you're quite away from the hedge so you have to reach out more? I just use ordinary aluminium extension ladders that you can easily adjust…"
"Tripods are better than any other ladder that's a fact. You can cut hedges that are lower than the ladder but it is more awkward, I have a 6ft amd a 12 foot been using both for the last 15yrs and haven't come stuck yet. Believe me once you've had…"
"I agree with HB. 12 foot Henchman with 3 adjustable legs are fantastic and we use them all the time."
"You won't regret it, they are most comfortable ladders to use. Worth every penny."
"Increase prices every year, costs go up every year both on business and at home so otherwise your taking a pay cut, i dont get greedy i make small increases annually but as I do it every year and customers have learned thats part and parcel of it,…"
"i have two sizes and couldnt be without them, as use the smaller set for lower hedges so ladders never in the way and ive never bothered with the platform ladders"
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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