In order to meet with the increasing demand for conservation mixtures, DLF Seeds have announced expansions to the Pro Flora wild flower seeds and Colour Boost amenity flower collections, in two brand new mixture guides for 2022. Having recently increased their in-house production for wild flowering species, a number of new mixtures have been introduced …
Once a croquet lawn and tennis courts, the Cotswold based Broadway Bowling Club opened its doors in 1919. Sitting in beautifully maintained grounds with views towards the Cotswold escarpment, the gently sloping banks of herbaceous flower borders and hedging change through the seasons. In 2021 the changeable weather brought matters to a head for Dennis …
Garden designer and landscaper launch #TimeForTurf campaign to encourage homeowners to stop using artificial grass Artificial grass has become extremely popular across the UK, with homeowners across the country looking for a beautiful and low maintenance alternative to natural turf. Although the negative environmental impacts have been documented, two business owners want to inform consumers …
The Grounds Management Association (GMA), one year after offering those working or volunteering in the industry a chance to shape its future membership offerings, is once again opening the door for feedback from the turf-care community with its turf-care survey. Members and non-members are being asked for feedback on what they value and would like …
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Effective from the 1st July 2021, Charterhouse Turf Machinery will officially re-brand to become Redexim. While the product portfolio, premises and personnel will be unaffected, the change of name brings the UK into line with the Redexim corporate strategy adopted throughout Europe and the rest of the world. The relationship between Charterhouse and Redexim has …
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The Grounds Management Association (GMA) has announced a £3.9M investment from the Premier League, The FA, and Government’s Football Foundation with Sport England to deliver the association’s third phase of the pitch improvement programme for grassroots sports. Formerly known as the Grounds and Natural Turf Improvement Programme (GaNTIP), the newly named Pitch Advisory Service (PAS) …
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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 to empower contractors by providing them with relevant information about this vital active ingredient. Freddie Bendall-Brown, digital marketing specialist at Bayer Environmental Science, explains that …
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 of turfgrass in the UK, which can be difficult to control. The disease is caused by the fungus Microdochium nivale but in the past its …
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 Passing a petrol forecourt recently, I spotted a strip of synthetic turf running along the frontage with the pavement – flattened, dirty and looking distinctly …
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 below are compact tractor brands currently on the market to help tackle everyday chores. 1. Kubota B1 Series Kubota has unveiled the latest version of …
