The Future of Urban Roofs
Over 250 participants from more than 40 countries attended the 3rd International Green Roof Congress in Hamburg. The International Green Roof Association (IGRA) and the German Roof Gardener Association (DDV)
FEATURES
Battersea Park, 24th – 25th September 2013 Landscape
LANDSCAPE, the industry’s premier trade event for interior and exterior landscaping was back in full-force with visitor attendance up and exhibitors already rebooking for next years event. Visitors saw the
ADDED VALUE – RHS FLOWER SHOWS VERSUS BALI AND APL AWARDS
As Chelsea, the first of the major RHS flower shows looms on the horizon, its worth asking if landscapers creating the show gardens are getting good value for their efforts,
Pond life
Over the past several years, ponds and water gardens have become a common landscaping trend throughout the UK. Most homeowners create a pond to add beauty to their gardens or
Turf 2013
The UK produces around 27,000 acres of turf every year. It’s an essential commodity for us all at times ..we look at the latest news in the turf world. The
Green roofs
Emilio Ambasz found a home for a 100,000-square-foot park in the form of 15 terraces atop a government building in Japan. This green roof features a whopping 35,000 plants representing
Building Fences…..A look at some of the major suppliers
Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers, Decorative wrought iron gates by CDI, Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers. CDI, produces a comprehensive range of high quality decorative wrought iron gates, bridges, estate fencing and garden furniture.
Expressions of Interest sought….
Expressions of Interest are sought for the design of a non-denominational reception building that will provide commemorative services for a green burial site to be created at Alne Wood Park,
Die Fly
The House fly (Musca domestica) is, perhaps, the most common and widespread animal in the world and can carry a number of particularly unpleasant diseases. They also have an incredible
New reservoir
Growing demand for Paynes Turf’s products has led to another significant investment by the company, with the building of a new 10 acre reservoir in Great Bentley, Essex. It is
Glazing to save birds’ lives
A glass specialist has launched a unique glazing in the UK which will save birds lives. The glass has seen its first use in a lookout tower in Lindisfarne, recently
Isle of Wight…….Polaris
Dorset based groundscare and agricultural dealers C & O Tractors have been appointed official Polaris dealers on the Isle of Wight . The company, which has its head office at
Unveiled at Fruit Focus
One of the highlights of the New Holland stand at this year’s Fruit Focus show in Kent was the debut of the new range-topping T4060F tractor. New Holland dealership Haynes
Carbon Neutral
Chris Welbourn, Global Operations Director of Abacus Lighting ( left) and Mark Lay, Director of OxTreeGen. Abacus Lighting have announced Carbon Neutral options on their entire product range. Abacus’ Green
ON THE ROAD
The season of arboricultural seminars is once again under way at Barcham Trees’ Ely nursery, giving professionals from allied disciplines the opportunity to hear the latest in tree care thinking
On the wire
Since 2000 S3I have provided high quality stainless steel hardware and wire rope fittings. Their range of stainless steel fittings and components are the best combination of design, quality and
Mule warranty……….Kawasaki utility vehicles
All brand new MULE utility vehicles will also include the option of a further 12 months Kawasaki Warranty Plus after the initial one year manufacturer warranty has run its course.
GENE KELLY TO FEATURE IN UNIQUE FLORAL DISPLAY
Gene Kelly will be Singin’ in the Rain as the Hollywood star is recreated in a dramatic floral display in Blackpool Winter Gardens’ Floral Hall. The Pollinations is
Bomber Command Memorial
Serco has been chosen by the RAF Benevolent Fund to look after the grounds maintenance and care of the RAF Bomber Command War Memorial which the Queen unveiled as part
Climbing the heights
Paul Rochford, of Joseph Rochford Gardens is on his travels again to raise £25,000 for Tree Aid and the Kanyike Project. The quest on this occasion is Mt Denali, in
