DLF Seeds announce investment in UK processing facilities
DLF Seeds announces £3.5 million investment in state-of-the-art processing facilities in the UK DLF
RHS Chelsea 2021 Winners
First Time Design Duo Win Best in Show at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Yeo Valley wins RHS gold at Chelsea 2021
Yeo Valley Organic wins a RHS gold at first autumn Chelsea Flower Show Yeo Valley
Review 2.8-litre Toyota Hilux pickup
George Barrows take a trip in a 2.8-litre engine revised Toyota Hilux pickup So, I
Innovation award SALTEX 2021
SALTEX is back- taking place at its usual home of the NEC Birmingham on the
Automated machines in landscaping
The age of automated machines in landscaping is nigh, Greg Rhodes discovers, but there are
EXCLUSIVES
Two-wire controller from Rain Bird
No barriers to investment in ESP-LXIVM real time proactive irrigation controller from Rain Bird A
SALTEX 2021 visitor registration open
The Grounds Management Association has announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2021 is now officially
STHIL launches new long reach hedge trimmer
STIHL launches a new HLA 135 long reach hedge trimmer - a robust and powerful
Etesia launch electric utility vehicle
Etesia UK has launched of the ET Lander – a fully electric utility vehicle built
Glyphosate Hub launched by Bayer
Glyphosate Hub to inform the amenity sector about this active ingredient To support the use
Natural or artificial turf?
Whether you’re laying natural or artificial turf, guide clients on how best to maintain their
NEWS
Two-wire controller from Rain Bird
No barriers to investment in ESP-LXIVM real time proactive irrigation controller from Rain Bird A
Landscape Show 2021 is back this November
The industry show, LANDSCAPE is pleased to announce its 10th anniversary show will take place
New Suzuki Jimny Review 2021
What is the Suzuk Jimny? I’m sure you are just as concerned about the environment
DLF Seeds announce investment in UK processing facilities
DLF Seeds announces £3.5 million investment in state-of-the-art processing facilities in the UK DLF
RHS Chelsea 2021 Winners
First Time Design Duo Win Best in Show at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Yeo Valley wins RHS gold at Chelsea 2021
Yeo Valley Organic wins a RHS gold at first autumn Chelsea Flower Show Yeo Valley
EXCLUSIVES
Etesia launch electric utility vehicle
Etesia UK has launched of the ET Lander – a fully electric utility vehicle built
Glyphosate Hub launched by Bayer
Glyphosate Hub to inform the amenity sector about this active ingredient To support the use
Natural or artificial turf?
Whether you’re laying natural or artificial turf, guide clients on how best to maintain their
Ground Control wins Queen’s Award for Enterprise
The UK’s largest landscape and maintenance contractor has won a second Queen’s Award for Enterprise.
New brushcutters added to STHIL range
STIHL expands its range of professional high-performance brushcutters with the launch of the new FSA
Guide to dog-friendly plants for the garden
Some plants contain toxins that can cause several problems for dogs, such as diarrhoea or
THE LATEST DIGITAL ISSUE
SPONSORS
TRADE SHOW & EVENTS
Landscape Show 2021 is back this November
The industry show, LANDSCAPE is pleased to announce its 10th anniversary show will take place on Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th November 2021, at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.
Balcony gardens championed at RHS Chelsea
This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower (21-26 September, 2021) unveils a new category for balcony gardens and container gardens, which will provide inspiration and ideas for small space gardening. Balconies have
Trade shows reopen for business. Here are some top tips to make the most of your visit
Are you trade show ready? It’s the Festival of Turf and Sports grounds expo this July, SALTEX and Futurescape in November, the RHS Hampton Court, Tatton and Chelsea are also
SALTEX 2021 visitor registration open
The Grounds Management Association has announced that visitor registration for SALTEX 2021 is now officially open at gmasaltex.co.uk Taking place at the NEC, Birmingham on 3 and 4 November, SALTEX
Free training courses at SAGE 2021
With summer fast approaching, the first ever Sports and Grounds Expo (SAGE) is drawing ever closer, and excitement is building for the newest event in the industry From 27 -
SALTEX 2021: Ready to go!
Preparations for grounds management major SALTEX 2021 event continues at pace Following the government’s recent announcement, the grounds management industry can finally start looking forward to celebrating SALTEX 2021 which
GROUNDSCARE & TURF
Glyphosate Hub launched by Bayer
Glyphosate Hub to inform the amenity sector about this active ingredient To support the use of glyphosate in the amenity sector, Bayer has launched a new amenity specific Glyphosate Hub
How to treat Fusarium patch disease
Alex Edwards, Joint MD at Inturf, advises on a common turf ailment - Fusarium patch disease Fusarium patch disease is the most common and one of the most damaging diseases
Natural or artificial turf?
Whether you’re laying natural or artificial turf, guide clients on how best to maintain their investment. Each option has pitfalls for the unwary, Greg Rhodes discovers for The Landscaper Magazine
Compact Tractors 2021 | Buyers Guide
Looking to buy a reliable Compact Tractor in 2021? Look no further ... Small, powerful and able to handle challenging landscapes the Compact Tractors of 2021 are offering versatility.. Listed
MACHINERY & TOOLS
GA Groundcare Ltd appoints new sales manager
GreenMech main dealers GA Groundcare Ltd. appoint a new sales manager, Matt Textor as part of their expansion programme.
Aspen Fuel reduces workshop costs
Aspen Fuel reduces workshop costs by 95% for commercial contractor Grounds Maintenance Contractors Weedfree Landscapes have reported a 95% reduction in servicing and workshop costs thanks to switching to Aspen Fuel
Isuzu Grafter best for arboriculture
Isuzu trucks are the standard ‘go to’ vehicle for arboriculture in the UK, according to leading company Bartlett Tree Experts, citing the Isuzu grafter best for arboriculture operations The tree
Zero-turn mowers save time
There is no question zero-turn mowers save time and they are fast without the furious! The ability for a zero-turn mower to turn on the proverbial sixpence and reduce the
Outdoor battery power equipment way forward
When the landscaping arm of St John’s Garden Centre in Devon decided to introduce EGO’s outdoor battery power equipment to its arsenal in 2017, Contract Manager Mark Toon was sceptical
Etesia PRO 46 pedestrian mowers for Welsh councils
Terry Harrison Machinery has recently equipped two of the largest councils in Wales with new fleets of Etesia PRO 46 pedestrian mowers. After previously working in the groundcare industry for
HARDSCAPE & DESIGN
Clay paver solutions
The Landscaper Magazine gets top tips from commercial suppliers Wienerberger on how to choose the right clay paver for a landscaping project Choosing the right clay pavers for a commercial
Resin Bound boosts kerb appeal
How to Improve Kerb Appeal with a Resin Bound Driveway Looking to upgrade your driveway and be the envy of your neighbours? Maybe your house is up for sale and
Non-chemical weed removal
Many UK grounds maintenance companies and county councils are re-examining the use of glyphosate herbicides and seeking non-chemical weed removal. This is happening amid the continuing debates on the effects
Greening business parks
As the awareness and impact of global warming continues to rise, tenants and employees at business parks need to pay more attention to greening business parkssays Simon Blackley, Business Development
HORTICULTURE
Guide to dog-friendly plants for the garden
Some plants contain toxins that can cause several problems for dogs, such as diarrhoea or vomiting. Here, experts at tails.com have created a guide to dog-friendly plants that won’t harm
How to relocate plants from house to garden
Spring is the time for green-fingered folk to make the most of a blooming spring and a great British summer in the garden. Nico Hill, gardening expert from leading plant
Garden centres to reopen
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the stages that are being set up for easing the UK out of lockdown. Part of these measures includes allowing garden centres to reopen across
Covergreen available with Provender Nurseries
Provender Nurseries have joined with Covergreen® to become the principal supplier of Covergreen® ready to use plant mats in the south east. Covergreen® is widely used in Europe by landscape
ARBORICULTURE
How to control horse chestnut leaf miner
Nip horse chestnut leaf miner bugs in the bud as trees burst into life Our
GreenMech rationalises dealer network
GreenMech Ltd have announced a rationalisation of their dealer network in the South and South
Trees at risk – health warning
The types and number of diseases attacking our tree population are rising amid concern over
Isuzu Grafter best for arboriculture
Isuzu trucks are the standard ‘go to’ vehicle for arboriculture in the UK, according to
GreenMech seal deal for arb contractors
Arb contractors The Living Forest believe the quality of the machines they use is as
GreenMech’s Martin Lucas chats with Landscaper Magazine
Q & A with GreenMech's Martin Lucas, Sales Director at the British manufacturer, which supplies
TRAINING, EDUCATION & RECRUITMENT
Online degree show at Writtle University
An online degree show at Writtle University College (WUC) launches on May 27th, 2020 in a specially created online gallery. As always, it will showcase the skilled creative work of
Managing safety on site after lockdown
Whether you have been working through the pandemic within government guidelines or are planning on a return to work in the near future as businesses begin to open as restrictions
Six steps to attract landscaping customers
Although we are still in the midst of Covid-19, and many of us remain in lockdown, restriction measures are slowly being lifted. So now is perfect time to think about
Spurred to enter the grounds management industry
Little did Spurs fan Harley Coplen know that his visit to WorldSkills UK LIVE 2019 at the NEC Birmingham would culminate in him winning a tour of the Tottenham Hotspur
BLOG
Email marketing tips for landscapers and landscape designers
Part of any company’s marketing strategy should include email marketing. But how many businesses, especially in the landscaping industry, do it? To make it easier for anyone looking to start
Six steps to attract landscaping customers
Although we are still in the midst of Covid-19, and many of us remain in lockdown, restriction measures are slowly being lifted. So now is perfect time to think about
Lockdown anxiety during COVID-19
Greg Rhodes speaks to a landscape contractor about coping with lockdown anxiety. Landscape contractor Richard Parkinson has just completed an exhausting 17-hour stint at his laptop, planning and posting material
Landscaping through Coronavirus
April 2020 and we are in the midst of the global Coronavirus, navigating our businesses through some uncertain times. But not all is doom and gloom. Paula Warman of Landscaper's
Hiring in landscaping industry
Last month Paula Warman of The Landscape Circle, discussed employing sub-contractors to deliver on projects. This month we take a look at hiring in landscaping industry, finding permanent staff and looking at ways
TRADE SHOW & EVENTS
RHS Chelsea 2021 Winners
First Time Design Duo Win Best in Show at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show plus other medal winners at this the first ever autumn event This year saw
Yeo Valley wins RHS gold at Chelsea 2021
Yeo Valley Organic wins a RHS gold at first autumn Chelsea Flower Show Yeo Valley wins RHS Gold Medal at the Chelsea Flower Show 2021. Designed by Tom Massey, supported
Innovation award SALTEX 2021
SALTEX is back- taking place at its usual home of the NEC Birmingham on the 3rd and 4th November. As the date for the return of the renowned trade
Landscape Show 2021 is back this November
The industry show, LANDSCAPE is pleased to announce its 10th anniversary show will take place on Wednesday 3rd & Thursday 4th November 2021, at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham.
Balcony gardens championed at RHS Chelsea
This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower (21-26 September, 2021) unveils a new category for balcony gardens and container gardens, which will provide inspiration and ideas for small space gardening. Balconies have
Trade shows reopen for business. Here are some top tips to make the most of your visit
Are you trade show ready? It’s the Festival of Turf and Sports grounds expo this July, SALTEX and Futurescape in November, the RHS Hampton Court, Tatton and Chelsea are also
SUBSCRIBE
GROUNDSCARE & TURF
Glyphosate Hub launched by Bayer
Glyphosate Hub to inform the amenity sector about this active ingredient To support the use of glyphosate in the amenity sector, Bayer has launched a new amenity specific Glyphosate Hub
How to treat Fusarium patch disease
Alex Edwards, Joint MD at Inturf, advises on a common turf ailment - Fusarium patch disease Fusarium patch disease is the most common and one of the most damaging diseases
Natural or artificial turf?
Whether you’re laying natural or artificial turf, guide clients on how best to maintain their investment. Each option has pitfalls for the unwary, Greg Rhodes discovers for The Landscaper Magazine
Compact Tractors 2021 | Buyers Guide
Looking to buy a reliable Compact Tractor in 2021? Look no further ... Small, powerful and able to handle challenging landscapes the Compact Tractors of 2021 are offering versatility.. Listed
MACHINERY & TOOLS
Automated machines in landscaping
The age of automated machines in landscaping is nigh, Greg Rhodes discovers, but there are some hurdles to surmount before we go hands-free without risk or worry Across the expansive
Hire or buy an excavator
How useful is an excavator for a landscaping business? The answer is that, potentially, it could take your firm to the next level. But, researching whether to hire or buy
New brushcutters added to STHIL range
STIHL expands its range of professional high-performance brushcutters with the launch of the new FSA 135 and FSA 135 R. STIHL has added two new brushcutters to its extensive range
GA Groundcare Ltd appoints new sales manager
GreenMech main dealers GA Groundcare Ltd. appoint a new sales manager, Matt Textor as part of their expansion programme.
Aspen Fuel reduces workshop costs
Aspen Fuel reduces workshop costs by 95% for commercial contractor Grounds Maintenance Contractors Weedfree Landscapes have reported a 95% reduction in servicing and workshop costs thanks to switching to Aspen Fuel
Isuzu Grafter best for arboriculture
Isuzu trucks are the standard ‘go to’ vehicle for arboriculture in the UK, according to leading company Bartlett Tree Experts, citing the Isuzu grafter best for arboriculture operations The tree
HARDSCAPE & DESIGN
ArborRaft system helps Salford’s green infrastructure
Iconic 1960s apartment block given green facelift How the ArborRaft urban tree pit system is helping Salford’s green infrastructure Background: Canon Green Court, a 1960s apartment block recognisable to
Get rid of algae on outdoor surfaces for good
Enclean is a 100% plant derived biocide that successfully breaks down algae on hard surfaces such as wooden decking, fencing panels and greenhouses, leaving no harmful residue. Launched in February
LafargeHolcim commits to net zero pledge
A World First for Construction As Aggregate Industries’ Parent Company LafargeHolcim Commits To Net Zero Pledge LafargeHolcim, the parent company behind commercial and domestic landscape suppliers Aggregate Industries and Bradstone,
Clay paver solutions
The Landscaper Magazine gets top tips from commercial suppliers Wienerberger on how to choose the right clay paver for a landscaping project Choosing the right clay pavers for a commercial
HORTICULTURE
Sir Tom memorial – a tribute from a landscaping firm and nursery suppliers
Harrogate Landscaping firm, Ray Skelton (Harrogate) Ltd and Yorkshire nursery Johnsons of Whixley have recently helped create a touching memorial for a national hero and fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore,
Garden tips to help save the bees in Britain
Horticulture specialists LazyFlora.com have compiled a bee-saving guide to encourage green-fingered homeowners to protect these important insects. Brits are being urged to make their gardens more hospitable in a
Plant donations bring cheer to Yorkshire charities
Plant nursery Johnsons of Whixley brings joy to Yorkshire charities by offering plant donations to these worthy causes as part of its 100th birthday celebrations. Marking its centenary in June
Guide to dog-friendly plants for the garden
Some plants contain toxins that can cause several problems for dogs, such as diarrhoea or vomiting. Here, experts at tails.com have created a guide to dog-friendly plants that won’t harm
ARBORICULTURE
How to control horse chestnut leaf miner
Nip horse chestnut leaf miner bugs in the bud as trees burst into life Our
GreenMech rationalises dealer network
GreenMech Ltd have announced a rationalisation of their dealer network in the South and South
Trees at risk – health warning
The types and number of diseases attacking our tree population are rising amid concern over
Isuzu Grafter best for arboriculture
Isuzu trucks are the standard ‘go to’ vehicle for arboriculture in the UK, according to
GreenMech seal deal for arb contractors
Arb contractors The Living Forest believe the quality of the machines they use is as
GreenMech’s Martin Lucas chats with Landscaper Magazine
Q & A with GreenMech's Martin Lucas, Sales Director at the British manufacturer, which supplies
TRAINING, EDUCATION & RECRUITMENT
Management ROLO courses for land-based workers
The British Association of Landscape Industries has introduced two new training courses at supervisor and manager level. These management ROLO courses add to the popular Register of Land-based Operations (ROLO)
Travel scholarship for horticultural students
Furthering professional development with the Ball Colegrave Travel Scholarship Ball Colegrave is encouraging the continuous professional development of young people in the horticultural sector with a travel scholarship. The £1,500
Maintaining winter pitches courses from the GMA
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) bolsters online training with new ‘Level 2 Winter Pitches’ Looking to achieve the best results maintaining winter pitches during colder, wetter months? If so look no
Online degree show at Writtle University
An online degree show at Writtle University College (WUC) launches on May 27th, 2020 in a specially created online gallery. As always, it will showcase the skilled creative work of
BLOG
Trade shows reopen for business. Here are some top tips to make the most of your visit
Are you trade show ready? It’s the Festival of Turf and Sports grounds expo this July, SALTEX and Futurescape in November, the RHS Hampton Court, Tatton and Chelsea are also
Landscaper’s Circle supports The Horticultural Industry, One Planner At A Time
For the community of landscapers and garden designers, planning their days and weeks is great not only for productivity, but also for mental health. 2020 has been a rollercoaster and
Reduce paperwork and save time
Are you looking at ways to reduce admin tasks for your business to get your evenings back with the family? This month, Paula Warman looks at ways to reduce paperwork and seeks alternative
Email marketing tips for landscapers and landscape designers
Part of any company’s marketing strategy should include email marketing. But how many businesses, especially in the landscaping industry, do it? To make it easier for anyone looking to start
Six steps to attract landscaping customers
Although we are still in the midst of Covid-19, and many of us remain in lockdown, restriction measures are slowly being lifted. So now is perfect time to think about