Alan Titchmarsh defends gardeners
Says we are not responsible for the floods.

Lost days for garden maintenance
With the very poor weather of the past few weeks some members of the network have found it hard to keep the work ticking over.

Should we diversify?
One member wonders if it is time to look at diversifying business if heavy rain is going to cut in to many parts of the job.

Colinton Road by Derek Stark

Security, tags, cameras, lock & alarms
What measures do you take to try and beat the thieves?

Rates of pay in your world
With more experience what would you expect to earn if you returned to commercial work as a paid employee.

Copper pegler
Any tips or advice on spraying equipment for pesticide application.

Rates of pay
One member is looking to employ part time garden assistants, mainly grass cutting and some weeding, but where to start on wages?

Working tax credits
What is your experience of applying for the credits or enabling staff to apply?

Spare part waiting times
Are minimum order requirements behind the slow arrival of spare parts, even though it sometimes means a piece of equipment can't be used?

Fencing issue/complaint
When a customer held back their payment, one member was able to come to an agreement on small changes to the job to smooth out any troubles.

European agriculture committee rejects plant reproductive material proposals
European Parliament agriculture committee COMAGRI has rejected proposed Plant Reproductive Material (PRM) legislation.

How ancient trees brace themselves against the weather
National Trust’s Ancient Tree Advisor explains how the recent weather has affected the UK's ancient trees.

More legal powers needed to tackle invasive species such as Japanese knotweed
Powers to control or eradicate invasive plants and animal species – such as Japanese knotweed or parakeets – should be given to government departments and environment protection authorities.

ANP Services Spalding expands coverage of garden and grounds maintenance services
ANP Services Spalding are well known throughout the Spalding area and due to demand, we are happy to announce we have now extended our coverage into the Bourne, Baston and Morton regions.

The Roof Gardens to exhibit 75th anniversary garden at Chelsea Flower Show
With views across London’s skyline, The Roof Gardens boasts fully grown oak and fruit trees and a flowing stream, with fish and resident wildlife including the infamous flamingos, set amongst the three stunning gardens.