The Chartered Institute of Horticulture (CIH) is the latest to announce its partnership in the ground-breaking cross-sector collaboration, “Roots for the Future, Skills for Today” This ambitious initiative will culminate
Redexim and Russells Groundcare have announced a significant expansion of their long-standing partnership, with Russells now taking on responsibility for Yorkshire and Lincolnshire in addition to their existing Nottinghamshire and
The British Association of Landscape Industries brings the industry together at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 A Showcase of Industry Excellence The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) is proud
ICL and Syngenta have renewed their strategic partnership supporting turf professionals in the UK and Ireland and other European turf markets, extending a long-standing collaboration focused on research, product innovation
When working in domestic gardens and areas with restricted access you quickly learn that, when it comes to equipment, size matters! For Liam Simpson, Director of NOMA, finding the right
Husqvarna is proud to share that the brand’s dedicated team competed at this year’s World Logging Championships (WLC) in Slovenia, with 54 Husqvarna representatives from 16 countries taking part in the major international event.
Green-tech has successfully completed its first roadshow in Ireland, bringing together 36 industry professionals in Dublin for a focused discussion on designing climate-resilient cities. Held at Croke Park, the event
The GroundsFest Academy, in collaboration with John Moverley OBE, has launched a free online sustainability assessment tool designed to help organisations evaluate and strengthen their sustainable practices. Sustainability is increasingly
Provender Nurseries, a leading wholesale supplier to the landscape industry, becomes the latest to announce its partnership with the “Roots for the Future, Skills for today” collaboration planned for New
Members of the TGA (Turfgrass Growers Association) met in London on Wednesday 18th March for their first meeting of 2026 to share knowledge and best practices, discuss industry issues, while
Home and garden retailer Robert Dyas has recently joined the winners of their nationwide competition, Nominate Your Space, in their first community seed-sowing event of the year as part of
AriensCo has entered into a partnership with Henton & Chattell to expand its spare parts supply in the United Kingdom. This will increase the availability of original spare parts for
At Crowborough Beacon Golf Club, Course Manager Luke Jenkins has been achieving exceptional results using BASF’s Attraxor®, a plant growth regulator supplied by Agrovista Amenity. Containing the active ingredient prohexadione-calcium,
Replay Maintenance is stepping up its game in the natural turf sector with a new three-year supply agreement with Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS), reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-performance sports
Selected attendees of the 2025 GroundsFest Academy events were recently given a unique opportunity: a behind-the-scenes experience day at the Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal F.C. The day offered a
Managing one of the busiest multi-sport facilities on the south coast is no small task – especially in a region increasingly defined by prolonged dry spells and intense seasonal wear.
With fixture schedules intensifying and sporting venues hosting more events than ever, SIS Pitches has launched two new hybrid pitch systems designed to help grounds teams and stadium operators tackle
Nearly 600 members of the landscaping and garden design industry gathered at The Brewery in London on Friday (13 March) for the biggest Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards to
GIMA has confirmed an expanded line-up of industry speakers for its 2026 Day Conference and Annual General Meeting, taking place on Thursday 26th March at Stratford Manor Hotel. The day
TP Woodchippers are pleased to announce the appointment of RT Machinery as an authorised full-line dealer in a significant move that marks the beginning of a major UK-wide dealer network
Lees Hall Golf Club are celebrating the success of their growing wildflower initiative, developed in conjunction with DLF Seeds. Led by Head Greenkeeper Ian Whitehead and Assistant Greenkeeper Danny Tozzi,
One of the world’s most prestigious polo venues has revealed how it relies on a versatile fleet of M4, M5 and M6 tractors, alongside four RTV-X1110 utility vehicles from Kubota.
Monty’s Machinery has been appointed as an authorised dealer for Etesia UK, strengthening the brand’s presence across Cornwall and the wider South West. Founded in January last year by Adam
New line-up debuts at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 Bobcat, a global equipment, innovation and worksite solutions brand, introduced the next evolution of its compact loader line-up at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026. The newly enhanced
Environmental horticulture businesses are facing disproportionate risk from water restrictions that could threaten their survival and undermine a sector delivering climate adaptation, biodiversity and greener communities, according to new research
Redexim UK has strengthened its team with the appointment of Greg Cain as Business Development Manager – a newly created role that reflects the company’s continued growth and forward-thinking strategy.
Barrus is marking the return of the iconic Lawnflite tractor range to the UK market ahead of its March 2026 launch. The trusted and well-loved Lawnflite name is back with an all-new
Glee, the UK’s leading garden and outdoor living trade show, has confirmed a new date for its much-anticipated Glee Roadshow in the East of England. The one-day industry event will
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has committed to sponsoring the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA) to attend a horticultural future careers showcase, which is hoped to be launched at
Less than a fortnight to go until the Garden Re-Leaf Sponsored Walks With less than a fortnight to go until this year’s Garden Re-Leaf Day on Friday 20th March 2026,
With spring upon us, an expert has offered landscaping tips to help disguise a septic tank in the garden – without causing catastrophic damage to the system. An estimated three
Landscape professionals from across the UK will gather in London this March for the BALI National Landscape Conference 2026, a new industry event focused on helping businesses future-proof their organisations
Replay Maintenance has launched a Natural Turf division to expand the company’s service strengthen its long-term commitment to grassroots and community sport. The move is backed by the appointment of
Footballing legend turned TV personality Jimmy Bullard will front a new landscaping campaign by Jewson, championing the people behind one of the toughest trades in the industry. Across TV, radio
Purple Ash Media, the powerhouse team behind GroundsFest, is proud to announce the acquisition of The Landscaper magazine. This strategic move brings together the UK’s most dynamic live grounds maintenance
The Garden Centre Association (GCA) celebrated its 60th anniversary with a successful conference, held recently at The Carden Park Hotel, Cheshire. Delegates had plenty of opportunities for networking and many
For landscaping businesses, the van is far more than a means of getting from A to B. It’s a mobile workshop, a secure tool store, a towing vehicle and often
BTME proved the platform for greenkeeper member body the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) to unwrap a package of initiatives to raise standards across golf, as the event
Create & Construct aims to give landscape architects, local authority teams and groundworkers access to tools, services, resources and advice throughout their projects. “Our research reveals 71% of hard landscaping
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) has been formally approved as a Lantra Customised Provider, marking “a significant milestone in the Association’s ongoing commitment to raising standards, professionalism,
As the thrill and buzz of the BALI Landscape Awards 2025 recedes, Gillian Taylor takes a quieter moment to catch up with the 2025 BALI Chalk Landscape Student of the
Coventry Hearsall Golf Club runs an all-Toro machinery fleet on a five-year rolling contract and although course manager Chris Low inherited it when he joined midway through tenure three years
I attended my first BALI National Landscape Awards ceremony on Friday 5 December 2025 and this lavish, spectacular event did not disappoint, writes Gillian Taylor. Landscapers, designers, contractors and suppliers
The 2026 awards of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) features more finalists than ever before, umbrella body the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has revealed. No few than 123 schemes
A mapping and analysis tool to help local authorities understand how neighbourhoods perform against the 3-30-300 principle – an emerging standard for healthy, nature-rich urban environments – has been launched
Makita has released its new professional cordless UC030G 40VMax 500 mm brushless XGT® chainsaw, designed for demanding cutting tasks where reliability, durability and high performance are essential. Built to deliver
Dutch trade fair boasts a myriad trees, shrubs and exceptional ranges The town of Zundert rests in the south of The Netherlands on the Belgian border, in the heart of
The newly opened Greener Skills Garden (see The Landscaper, November/December 2025) at RHS Garden Wisley has a strong personal significance for the garden designer Dave Green, writes Gillian Taylor. As
Saltex 2025 has officially wrapped with a confirmed attendance of 7,463, outstripping 2024 visitor numbers and reinforcing its position as the cutting-edge event for the grounds management industry, organiser the
Power tool make Stihl has launched additions to its professional personal protective equipment “to deliver outstanding comfort, protection and mobility” for forestry workers and arborists. Spanning the Function, Dynamic and
The GroundsFest trade event has been recognised for its contribution to the landscaping and groundcare sectors by winning the Industry Impact Award at the EN Indy Awards. The Award celebrates
An international speaker on workforce burnout, anxiety and stress takes the stage on the Tuesday of the Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) 2026 annual conference at Carden Park Chester (January 27,
Another major chainsaw supplier has stated that it back Lantra’s Respect your Chainsaw safety campaign. The Landscaper reported on Lantra’s initiative in the November/December issue, with suppliers Stihl and EGO
Sarah Cunningham, the Grounds Management Association’s director – commercial and events, speaks to The Landscaper about the role of the event and the innovations visitors can expect this year. “Saltex
With cordless technology advancing rapidly, manufacturer Makita’s UB001G XGT Blower exemplifies how modern cordless tools match petrol performance while eliminating fuel mixing, emissions, and maintenance requirements. Since its launch, Makita’s
Europe’s leading sport amenities landscaping and turf exhibition is providing free car parking for visitors. The NEC venue usually charges around £20 a day to park but organiser the Grounds
Saltex, the UK’s cutting-edge turf management show, has unveiled its brand-new Arcade Zone, a dynamic and interactive space bringing gamification and play to the heart of the exhibition. Located in
Turfcare machinery maker Redexim introduces the Verti-Cut Flex 2000 dethatcher and Turf-Tidy 1100 cut and collect to the market. The Verti-Cut Flex 2000 simplifies dethatching on undulating terrain and pivots
Landscapers have few opportunities to gain qualifications, as the sector lacks a formal, focused educational base. The issue lies in the ill-defined nature of landscaping, as under its umbrella lie
Turfcare machinery manufacturer Redexim has double cause to celebrate after winning two categories in GroundsFest’s first innovation awards. Marking excellence and innovation across landscaping, amenity management, turfcare and related industries,
Visitor numbers released for GroundsFest 2025 broke through 9,000, with the organiser claiming the indoor/outdoor event is now the UK’s largest industry trade show. This third event drew 9,037 visitors
Thonock Park is the UK’s first club to invest in Toro’s Turf Pro autonomous mowers. Following its decision to move to robots in New Year 2025, the Lincolnshire club was
The Garden Centre Association (GCA) plan to mark its 60th anniversary in 2026 includes a commemorative logo for members to use from September 2025 onwards. Representing 200 garden centres nationwide,
Machinery manufacturer and distributor Stiga marked its entry into the professional sector by lifting the Best Grass Cutting Equipment innovation award at GroundsFest 2025. Designed for managing large areas “with
Pre-show promotional campaigns can promise much, only for the event to disappoint visitors when they attend. GroundsFest is emphatically not such a case. Runup to the two-day spectacle raised expectations
Recent works at Burford Golf Club marked a milestone for sportsturf contractor Djuke – its 1,000th install of the Hydrowick drainage system. The achievement comes fewer than nine years after
The Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) future leaders and young professional ambassadors, GMA NextGen, are set to take centre stage at the show with its first takeover of the show’s Learning
The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) has won a Platinum medal for The Pursuit of Excellence Garden and been named Best Showcase Garden at BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair –
Reesink Turfcare has announced its latest finance offering: a Buy Now, Pay Later deal with 0% interest across the entire Toro range, giving customers the opportunity to secure the machinery
Surfacing specialist PMP Surfacing brings its “expert, outcome-driven approach and technical expertise” to Stand L86. Known for its in-house installation capability, specification guidance and smart surface pairing know-how, PMP will
Power up your AP batteries on the go with Stihl’s CB 1 charging box, an all-in-one solution tailored for landscapers and forestry professionals. The sturdy aluminium box is built to
Some of the biggest players in the sector are returning to Saltex 2025, organiser the Grounds Management Association (GMA) reports. Returning to the NEC Birmingham on 12 through 13 November,
A scheme to raise the quality of natural grass pitches across Cornwall has been launched. Cornwall Football Association is partnering turfcare specialist Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) to offer clubs,
A larger, even more varied educational programme is promised for GroundsFest 2025 as the organisers seek to further raise the bar of visitor benefits. Delivered across five dedicated seminar theatres,
Europe’s cutting-edge showcase for the grounds management industry is back this November, from the 12th through 13th at the NEC, Birmingham. Uniting latest products and expertise, Saltex is designed to
The Garden Centre Association’s (GCA) North region members met mid-July at Moss & Moor in Ilkley, Yorkshire, for its Area Award presentations. Destination Garden Centre of the Year, (DGC) was
Turf machinery manufacturer Kubota (UK) Ltd has introduced a digital marketplace for customers to streamline ordering of genuine parts using mobile or desktop devices. Called Terrako, it enables Kubota parts
Since acquiring UK distribution rights for the Echo brand three years ago – and more recently introducing the Echo Robotics range of commercial robots – FGM Claymore has experienced significant
Landscape contractor Kieran Wallace, founder of Swan Landscapes, guested at Toro UK’s manufacturing based in Spellbrook, Hertfordshire, recently in honour of his “entrepreneurial spirit, charitable outlook and viral journey to
Howardson Group, home to market-leading brands Dennis Mowers, Hunter Grinders and SISIS Machinery, officially opened its new purpose-built facility in June, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued growth
GroundsFest 2025 is bursting its boundaries, with nearly three months still to go before the groundcare and landscaping show hits Stoneleigh Park on 9 through 10 September. Speaking exclusively to
Wyevale Nurseries has scooped the coveted Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce Award for Excellence in Sustainability at the organisation’s recent annual celebration evening at Worcester Arena on 12 June.
The original extreme sport lived up to its reputation at the 2025 British TIMBERSPORTS® Championship. Returning to the Royal Three Counties Show in Malvern, Worcestershire, the competition was back with
GroundsFest 2025 is revving up with one of its boldest and most exhilarating attractions yet -lawn mower racing and the inaugural GroundsFest Cup. Taking place across both days of the
Toro UK Limited is set to unveil a new dealer hub at GroundsFest 2025. Purpose-built for its dealer network, the hub will serve as a central meeting point for strategic
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” says Vic Demain, Durham County Cricket Club head groundsman, when speaking of his commitment to Johnsons J Premier Wicket. Into his seventh season
After raising £30,000 for five charities in 2024, the Green-tech team has united again to pick up the oars and row to charity success by completing 500 miles in just
Nesting season offers landscapers the chance to give woodchippers a bit of TLC, manufacturer GreenMech suggests. Its offering operators top tips on simple, routine maintenance to consider conducting over the
Cowen Landscapes director Matt Harvey has stepped back from his lifelong passion into an even more inspiring future When I decided to step away from the tools nearly 18 months
Highfield and Brookham School replaced its existing Trilo S3 vacuum sweeper with the Multipurpose M3 earlier this year, enabling grounds manager Jasper Marks and the team to not only conduct
For the last few seasons, J Premier Tee has been transforming tees and aprons at Reddish Vale Golf Club, Stockport, bringing benefits to play, and praise for head greenkeeper Aaron
Landscaping specialist Blakedown Landscapes has completed landscaping of North Street Garden, a new permanent public green space in the heart of Romford. The contractor delivered the project for Romford BID
Feel the pulse and power of Makita OPE A new power is pulsing through OPE – clean, green electricity. If you still rely on petrol outdoor power equipment for your
Kubota’s RTVs maintain Berkshire’s Bearwood Lakes Golf Club A fleet of nine Kubota RTVs are proving “pivotal” to maintenance operations at Berkshire’s Bearwood Lakes Golf Club. Supplied by local dealer
Continuing commitment to product enhancement has seen GreenMech upgrade two of its petrol models Production of the EVO 165P Sub-750 and Arborist 150P now feature a new Briggs and Stratton
With some 42 acres of the finest landscaped grounds and award winning sports surfaces to manage, the Hurlingham Club’s Grounds and Gardens team is dedicated to sustainable horticultural practice. In
The Octavia Hill Garden by Blue Diamond with the National Trust receives RHS / BBC People’s Choice Award at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show Today, the penultimate day of
The RHS has issued a warning that it has received around five times more reports of the pestilential box tree moth (Glyphodes perspectalis), blight of Boxwood trees nationwide, compared with
Biggest RHS Flower Shows innovations for a generation to reach new audiences and inspire more people to get gardening There are big changes afoot for the RHS flower shows. The
Gardeners’ World Live 2024 returns to the NEC Birmingham from 13-16 June, 2024 and is bringing new highlights as follows: Adam Frost’s headline Show Garden, The Chef’s Table, featuring daily ‘plot-to-plate’
Greg Rhodes talks to general manager of the APL, Phil Tremayne on how best to plan, prepare and cost landscaping projects While some garden landscapers are reporting bulging order books
The Grounds Management Association’s (GMA) Young Board of Directors, sponsored by Reesink Turfcare, has recruited four new talented young grounds professionals to its ranks. Joining existing members, Meg Lay, Beth
Green-tech delivers a Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Solutions map and new BNG biodiverse green roof wildflower mixture for Government BNG launch. The Government’s Biodiversity Net Gain policy came into effect
What will attract employees into the world of landscaping and sports turf asks Greg Rhodes Recruitment is the buzz word for many across the landscaping sector, as member bodies, land-based
Nordic electric compact vehicle manufacturer Paxster has awarded specialist vehicle distributor BOSS ORV sole UK and Ireland distribution. Their range of electric vehicles includes the eCompact and larger payload eStretch.
On 10 January 1934, 11 founding members joined W H Bowles BEM, head groundsman of Eton College, at the London Stone Pub on Cannon Street, London to form the National
A local UK Environment Agency team is reportedly impressed by the reduced cost and comparable performance of Husqvarna’s zero-emission hand-held tools. Working year-round in the London boroughs of Dagenham and
Two-thirds (60%) of people make up their minds about whether they want to buy a house within one minute of seeing the front gardens. Planters, trees, driveways, front doors and
The Battersea Power Station Phase 2 Roof Garden in London won the coveted Grand Award at this years’ Green-tech-sponsored National Landscape Awards. The London gardens was completed by Willerby Landscapes
Kubota (UK) Ltd has appointed Krissi Holt and Neil Scott as aftersales dealer managers for Kubota agricultural, groundcare and construction equipment. These new roles follow internal promotion and expansion at
Having successfully introduced the Cramer brand of professional battery-powered tools to the UK, British garden equipment manufacturer and distributor Handy has revealed that substantial investments are set to be made
Defining sustainability is a moving feast of factors often largely out of any individual’s control. Landscaper Magazine reporter Greg Rhodes asks some industry players for their take Sustainability is a
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has welcomed the publication of the report from the year-long House of Lords Horticulture Committee special inquiry for recognising the importance of UK horticulture as
Organisers of annual trade event GroundsFest has launched an education fund that will invest profits from its event back into the industry. The GroundsFest Education Fund has been designed to
Martin Rourke has joined Green-tech as their Warehouse and Operations Director with responsibility for the joint management and ownership of the warehouse and yard and operations and logistics department. The
Wembley Stadium, connected by EE, will have a new state-of-the-art pitch in place for this week’s FA Community Shield between Manchester City FC and Arsenal FC. The FA Community Shield
Perennial calls on the horticulture industry to help sustain its community after the charity experiences a steep increase in the need for its support. With Perennial’s impact on people’s lives
The hedgehog population in the UK has been declining since the early 2000s. Over a third of the UK’s population has been lost in both rural and urban environments. These
Kubota UK are delighted to have entered into a sponsorship agreement with one of the country’s most recognisable and well-respected equestrian sporting venues, the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, with
The hard-work and dedication of Lantra’s Instructor and Assessor network was celebrated in June at the inaugural Instructor Excellence Awards at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. Over 40 Instructors were in attendance
BAGMA (British Agricultural & Garden Machinery Association) will be launching a BAGMA Dealer Hub at GroundsFest taking place at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on 20 – 21 September. BAGMA has been
Meadfleet, a leading provider of open space management services, has been selected as a finalist in the Excellence in Social Value category at the CN Specialists Awards 2023, which are
The Suståne programme of organic feeding has wowed staff, parents and pupils at Farleigh School, Hampshire who have cited how surfaces across the 70-acre school site are providing consistent presentation
Meadfleet Ltd, provider of open space management servicess, reviews the latest updates on forthcoming Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) regulations. Meadfleet’s Operations Director and Ecologist, Samantha Hursey, explores the benefits and
Horatio’s Garden Chelsea, the beautiful and accessible show garden designed by Charlotte Harris and Hugo Bugg at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023, has been awarded a gold medal and the
Henton & Chattell Ltd is to become a Kubota dealer for agricultural and groundcare machinery, covering the east Midlands area. The appointment is a strategic move for the long-term business
Seraya Sigsworth has recently joined Green-tech Specifier as their Product Specification Manager. She has worked in the water industry for the last seven years and has a wealth of experience
LANDSCAPE 2023, the industry trade show taking place at the NEC, Birmingham 27th-28th September 2023 introduces a discovery day on the second day to promote different career paths in the
A number of leading suppliers from across the industry are joining forces on Thursday 1st June 2023 to host the first surface management workshop. Taking place at Stamford AFC, the
LANTRA supports career development in the sector with new website With UK unemployment at its lowest level since 1974 and businesses across many sectors desperately competing to attract the staff
The Grounds Management Association (GMA) has officially launched the Grounds Management Framework (GMF) at an event hosted at Lord’s Cricket Ground and attended by key industry personnel, including GMA members
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) launched their Scottish Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy at the beginning of March – and it was this plan that was the topic of conversation for
Search for our pick of top compact tractors! These handy machines require a little investment, so it pays to do some research before you splash the cash. Here are some
HTA celebrates apprenticeships but seeks action on assessments and Levy National Apprenticeship Week runs from 6 to 12 February The UK horticulture sector welcomed 1,169 new apprentices in 2021/22 The
Landscapers, turf professionals and suppliers are busy setting their schedules for 2023. Is there time to fit in a trade show, too? Maggie Walsh discovers why putting at least one
GroundsFest has announced a new strategic partnership with the Association of Play Industries (API), with the first event being held at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on 20 and 21 September 2023.
The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) has launched a campaign that will see the membership organisation combat a recognised rise in mental health struggles among golf club staff.
Tottenham Hotspur FC is encouraging biodiversity on a scale unmatched in the Premier League, Greg Rhodes discovers Could sport be the great connector between the sweeping landscapes of our treasured
Stripes to strive for! Now in its 10th year, the Allett Mowers annual Creative Lawn Stripes Competition once again attracted entries from all over the world. The past few years have
The British Association of Landscape Industries is excited to announce 63 winners of the 2022 National Landscape Awards. 2022 is a year of multiple awards for the British Association
Inspiration overload at LANDSCAPE 2022! Head on over to LANDSCAPE and enjoy 2 full days of inspirational talks, unlimited networking and gain inspiration for your next project from the thousands
Can robotic mowers revolutionise the turf and sports sector asks Greg Rhodes. And if so, will they pose a threat to wildlife? The progress of tech can prove irresistible commercially
Green-tech throws its support behind the Irish Landscape Institute Awards 2022 Green-tech has announced that they have signed up as headline sponsor of the Irish Landscape Institute (ILI) Awards in
Expert speakers at Horticultural Trade Association conference to share 2030 industry insights A host of experts including horticulture industry speakers and British explorer, journalist and TV presenter Simon Reeves are
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has launched its search to find the UK’s best ornamental growers. The Ornamental Grower of the Year awards will recognise and celebrate best practices in
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® will host its first ever British Women’s Championship at the Royal Three Counties Show in Malvern on Friday 17th June, 2022. The best female lumberjill athletes in Great
An Emergency Authorisation (EA) for the use of the Syngenta insecticide Acelepryn to target leatherjackets has been granted for the 2022 season. This season, the leatherjacket authorisation permits use of
Quartix, one of the leading global suppliers of subscription-based vehicle tracking systems is pleased to announce the launch of Quartix EVolve, a new service designed to help companies manage their
The Green-tech Specifier team grows with the addition of Emily Murray who recently joined the company. Green-tech Specifier is the specification arm of leading landscape supplier Green-tech. The department focuses
Landscaper Magazine columnist Paula Warman and her business partner and husband Mike, are celebrating success following the BBC Gardener’s World spring event that was held in Beaulieu, Hampshire during the
Entries for the 46th National Landscape Awards, the largest landscape industry Awards in Europe, are open. The National Landscape Awards provides Accredited members the platform in which to showcase their
Multi-award winning garden design and landscaping company, Aura Landscapes, has brought home two awards from the regional heats of the 2022 Marshalls Register Awards, run by hardscaping manufacturers, Marshalls Plc.
Green-tech has added SoluForm MSE Soil Filled Bagwork to its extensive landscaping supplies portfolio. SoluForm MSE Soil Filled Bagwork are mechanically stabilised earth (MSE) geotextile bags used for the construction
Simply Green Landscapes & Andrea Newill Garden Design crowned Supreme Winners at the APL Awards 2022 The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) annual awards ceremony, sponsored by Bradstone, took place
German fertiliser manufacturer COMPO EXPERT has announced the appointment of former Agrovista Amenity Product Development Manager, Neil Pullen, as its new Product Manager. Neil brings his valuable insight of the
New research to coincide with #GroundsWeek finds high levels of job satisfaction and fulfilment among grounds staff and volunteers, urging those outside of the industry to try grounds management Those
Waterscapes Limited is playing an important role in maintaining the landscaped areas at the Triplets Park and Viaduct development in Kings Cross, London with its irrigation regime. The company provides
In 2020, the proportion of peat in growing media (compost) for retail use was 35.5% (down from 41.5% in 2019) and for professional use was at 62% (down from 68%
A UK first – a supported apprenticeship pathway has been expanded to help young people with learning difficulties develop work skills in landscaping expanded programme will help students with learning
Following research commissioned by the Grounds Management Association (GMA), conducted by Myriad Research*, a 3% pay rise for grounds staff in national minimum salary bands for all levels of grounds
#GoSchoolSuccess campaign launched to promote landscaping and horticulture careers in primary schools A campaign to bring horticulture and gardening to primary schools has been launched by GoLandscape, The British Association
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
Linmere Park, is a new ‘urban village’ under development near Luton, Bedfordshire. Frosts Landscapes have won the landscaping and ground works contract and have called in the help of UK
Apply now for the Early Bird offer to the Sport & Grounds Expo (SAGE) 2022. Ending 31 January, 2022 The team at SAGE are working tirelessly in the background to
Europe’s leading woodchipper manufacturer GreenMech, invited industry media to a hands-on demonstration of some of their latest EVO innovations and to discuss the challenges the business has met in recent
Nairn Dunbar and The Springs course managers achieve Master Greenkeeper status A pair of course managers who have spent their entire careers working at the same golf clubs have achieved
Maggie Walsh sits for a Q & A with Kris Nellist, the new MD of Yorkshire based landscaping suppliers Green-tech How are you finding working at Green-tech so far? It’s
Renault rewrites the rule book with its latest Renault Kangoo model suggests George Barrows On rare occasions you get to drive something that totally rewrites the way you think about
DLF Seeds announces £3.5 million investment in state-of-the-art processing facilities in the UK DLF Seeds, the worlds-leading grass seed breeder, is to invest £3.5 million in new state-of-the-art mixing
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 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
George Barrows take a trip in a 2.8-litre engine revised Toyota Hilux pickup So, I thought my farmer friend would love to know all about the new bigger 2.8-litre engine
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
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
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
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
What is the Suzuk Jimny? I’m sure you are just as concerned about the environment as I am – probably even more so, given your work. I’ll also assume you
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
Quartix, a leading supplier of subscription-based vehicle tracking systems, software and services, has announced the appointment of Richard Lilwall as CEO. He succeeds Andy Walters, who will retire following 20 years’
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,
PPE wholesaler Workware has rebranded as Carr’s Billington Safety in a move to strengthen its position in the market as a leading distributor of specialist equipment, protective clothing, footwear and
George Barrows test drives the all-new Isuzu D-Max for The Landscaper Magazine If I say Isuzu to you I’d wager the first thing that pops into your head is
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
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
Etesia UK has launched of the ET Lander – a fully electric utility vehicle built specifically for use on roads and off-road. Always attentive to end-users, in this case particularly
The UK’s largest landscape and maintenance contractor has won a second Queen’s Award for Enterprise. The Billericay-based Ground Control was awarded the highly prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation.
Landscape Supplier Green-tech has been announced as a Yorkshire city’s Top 100 digital tech adopters, in the 2021 Digital Enterprise Top 100. The Top 100 seeks out and recognises one
German producers of high-quality specialty fertilisers and biostimulants, Compo Expert, choose exclusive UK distributor German fertiliser manufacturer COMPO EXPERT has announced the appointment of leading supplier to the UK’s amenity industry
The types and number of diseases attacking our tree population are rising amid concern over effective treatment methods. Technology can give landscapers and arborists an early warning that allows them
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) cancels shows in 2021, having suffered losses of millions of pounds due to the financial impact of the Coronavirus. Expecting losses this year of
Bart’s Health Trust, one of England’s largest NHS trusts, recently enlisted the landscaping and maintenance services of Ground Control to create tranquility gardens at Newham Hospital. Gardens and outdoor spaces have
Power tool manufacturer STIHL has introduced of a newly designed guide bar and saw chains for 20% faster cutting performance, with lighter weight. Standard fitment on the MS 261 C-M
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
Bionema Ltd, a leading biopesticide technology developer, has released its first of a series of white papers on biopesticides explaining how it can control turf pests that are currently causing widespread
Following the recent launch of its SubSoil products for the landscaping and construction sectors, British Sugar TOPSOIL has created an A3 laminated poster to assist site managers in sourcing and
Following on from the HTA campaign at the start of April 2020 to highlight the financial plight of ornamental horticulture growers during the coronavirus shutdown, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA)
Member organisation for interior landscapers, Plants@work has sent a letter to the government this week requesting consideration for financial support. We have asked for additional funds to be put aside
Minshad Ansari, Founder and CEO of Bionema Ltd, a biopesticide product testing and technology development company, reports on how to manage turf pests using chemical free solutions. At the the
Suppliers of horticulture and arborist equipment, FR Jones and Son kickstarted their partnership with SPA Power Machinery, which will see them become an official dealership of the machinery brands Easy
Are you looking to drive your business to the next level? Find out how to become a non-exclusive Pellenc Alpha dealer and join the team. Pellenc are committed to their
GreenMech, manufactureres of woodchippers and shredders, expand their dealership outlets as they appoint Thurlow Nunn Standen LTD (TNS), as distributors for Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Operating out of three depots
KAR UK, the leading wholesaler of irrigation equipment in the UK, has won won the coveted Kasco Top Sales Growth award for 2019. The company provides a wide range of
The Landscaper Magazine very own contributor Paula Warman celebrates a decade of working in landscaping in February 2020. Founded in 2010, her business Aura Landscapes has installed over 200 bespoke
Following a strategic reorganisation of John Deere’s professional turf business in Europe, Brian D’Arcy has been appointed as turf division sales manager for the company’s newly created Region 2 Sales
Green-tech Supports Time to Talk Day on Thursday 6th February Green-tech supported Time to Talk Day on Thursday 6 February and encouraging as many people as possible to choose to talk
Training provider BASIS and the sports turf consultants STRI have joined forces to provide a new modular training course that will help greenkeepers, groundsmen and amenity contractors to protect the
RHS calls on nation to get Greening Great Britain for the nation’s health and for the environment RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020 Garden for Friendship will promote ‘making friends through gardening’.
Steven Haynes, sales manager for TYM at Reesink Turfcare offers advice on what to look out for when purchasing a compact tractor When buying a tractor, it’s worth factoring in
ISEKI UK & Ireland are pleased to announce that Alan Prickett (picture right) joins ISEKI UK in the role of Business Development Manager, responsible for dealers in the central band
2020 has been designated the International Year of Plant Health (IYPH) by the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO). The FAO (part of the United Nations) sees this as an opportunity
Surrey landscaping specialists The Nurture Landscapes Group consisting of Nurture Landscapes and Gavin Jones has collected a total of 27 trade awards and accolades in 2019, and has been named
The latest new product launched by Pellenc – the Prunion long-reach battery powered pruning shears offers users unbeatable cutting power and work quality. This new generation of battery powered pruning
Maggie Walsh takes a trip to the Tyrol alps, Austria to visit STIHL’s Competence Centre Just before Christmas STIHL invited the press to its state-of-the-art Competence Centre in the Tyrol
Etesia UK has announced the launch of the new Donky electric wheelbarrow. The environmentally friendly Donky electric wheel barrow has quickly become a popular choice for those responsible for landscape
Plant health and biosecurity, sustainability, quality standards, maximising the grower/retailer relationship, trends, best practice and technology needs to be a top priority says the Horticultural Trades Association’s (HTA). And so the HTA Contact
John Deere dealer Thomas Sherriff & Co Ltd has bought the professional turf business of Greenlay Ltd in Cramlington, south Northumberland. This development extends the agricultural and turf dealership’s trading
Greg Bedson reports on how landscapers adapt to technological change as they work in landscaping industry The year is 1999, Lance Armstrong wins his first Tour de France, the threat
BALI Registered Contractor Ground Control has been awarded the British Association of Landscape Industries’ (BALI) prestigious Grand Award at the 43rd BALI National Landscape Awards 2019. Ground Control’s project, The Children’s Garden, Royal
On Wednesday 27th November, timed to coincide with National Tree Week, a number of Staffordshire dignitaries and guests from across the horticultural industry celebrated as a stand of 20 elm
Congratulations to Pawel Pietraszunski – winner of the Echo HCS-2810ESR single-sided hedge Echo chainsaw which was up for grabs in a recent Landscaper Magazine competition. On hearing the news of
Talasey Group, suppliers of landscaping solutions, has become a patron of the Saints Foundation – the charity of Premier League team Southampton Football Club. Saints fan and Talasey Group Southern
Clear your diary and dig out your glad rags, and extend the party season for the 2020 Party for Perennial. Join friends and colleagues from across the horticulture industry on Thursday
The heats took place in the summer for the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) WorldSkills Landscaping competition and now we have the winners – announced at WorldSkills UK LIVE which
The UK’s leading manufacturer of professional wood chippers, Timberwolf joins Made in Britain. Accredited to businesses selling goods that have been manufactured or have undergone a final substantial change in
Picture Caption: James Pike winner of the BPOA PS Sponsored Scholarship, part of the David Colegrave Foundation. Funding to the value of £1000 is available to students of commercial horticulture
PERENNIAL, the charity for people in horticulture across the UK, is ready to offer some festive support to families and individuals this Christmas who are feeling the festive strain or
Key topics impacting the horticulture and gardening industry will be in the spotlight at this month’s Cultivating Retail Conference on Tuesday 19 November 2019 at East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham. 15-minute
Scientists at Swansea University have discovered a rare Japanese knotweed hybrid in south Wales. Although this could mean further proliferation of the invasive weed, the scientists believe the discovery may
“Hedgehogs aren’t just cute, they’re also valuable pest controllers with their diet of slugs and grubs,” says Sarah Squire, Chairman of Squire’s Garden Centres. Which is why it is important
The founders of Zaros Machinery are modernising British machinery acquisition by combining a shared passion of machinery and programming. Machinery dealers Edmund Morron and Sam Elliss have recently launched an
The recent sporting success of the Warwick Independent Schools Foundation is largerly down to the high quality and well-maintained sports pitches, which are managed by Grounds Manager Duncan Toon and
A shout out to all BASIS members this October as there’s plenty of opportunity to collect 13 BASIS Amenity CPD points at leading industry events this month. Those attending this
Have you heard the news that Perennial’s Patron, HRH Princess Alexandra, will be guest of honour at the charity’s 180th anniversary at the Corinthia Hotel, London on 11 October? If not,
It’s a case of evolution not revolution says the new chair of The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG), David Carpenter. “I see my role as being one of continuity and building
In the lead up to the eighth FutureScape, taking place on Tuesday 19 November 2019, the event and its organisers have been shortlisted in the 2019 Exhibition News Indy Awards
Chainsaw artist Ian Murray is attempting to set a new world record by climbing the three highest peaks in the UK and creating wood sculptures at the top of each
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), which took place at Glee on 11 September, saw the appointment of Boyd Douglas-Davies as the new HTA President.
The Deere & Company board of directors recently elected John C May as a member of the board. Additionally he will take the position of chief executive officer, on November
Stiga SpA Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Sean Robinson as new CEO of Stiga Group. Georg Metz stands down as Stiga CEO having decided after 10 years
With the arrival of Stage V requirements, many manufacturers have simply changed their engines to achieve the necessary particulate matter, particulate number and Nitrogen Oxide targets. Mecalac, however, has taken
Norwich City Football Club is reaping the benefits of the latest Hunter Industries irrigation technology after new systems were installed at both the Carrow Road Stadium and the Club’s training
PERENNIAL, the charity for people in horticulture across the UK, is ready to support families this September meet the rising costs of school. Parents and carers naturally want to give
Mecalac Construction Equipment UK has been shortlisted in two categories at this year’s Coventry Business Excellence Awards – Excellence in Industry and Excellence in Innovation. Organised in partnership with Metro Newspaper,
Pitchmark’s Ecoline+ has become the line marking paint of choice for FA Premier League club Watford FC. The demand for using a premium paint at the Vicarage Road stadium led
Industry veteran, Mark Richardson of Stewart Landscape Construction announces the formation of Mark Richardson Associates, a new landscape consultancy business that will offer the industry a broad range of experience
Photo credit: Leonardo Gubert BALI Registered Contractor member, ATM has been nominated for the Pollinator Award at the prestigious BIG Biodiversity Challenge Awards 2019, alongside Highways England and Kier. The nomination is in
South Korean company Doosan has launched the company’s first Stage V medium size crawler excavator – the new DX300LC-7 30 tonne model. This new ‘-7’ model offers an unmatched combination
The Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation are ramping up efforts to improve the quality of grass pitches in England with the launch of the Football Foundation Groundskeeping
Johnsons of Whixley Garden Centre sales has added to its blooming repertoire with the launch of a new Senecio ‘Angel Wings’ plant line just in time for its new catalogue
Groot Groen Plus, the international trade fair for nursery stock, will take place in Zundert the Netherlands from October 2-4, 2019. More than 250 exhibitors have already signed up to
Redwood Stone – renowned creators of Gothic follies and ruins – will be the main focus in a forthcoming edition of ITV1’s popular Love Your Garden programme. Presented by Alan Titchmarsh, the programme shows
Hillier Trees is proud to be part of the major, ongoing, multi-phase ‘Elephant Park’ project that aims to regenerate the Elephant and Castle area of London and the London Borough
The control of unwanted weeds and vegetation is a perennial issue for municipalities, landscapers and green space contractors. However, since 2011 a UK company, Weedingtech Ltd, has been developing a
Giant Hogweed hits the headlines every summer as members of the public are injured by its poisonous sap, which can cause painful blisters and severe skin irritation. But the weed
The Landscape Industry Trade show returns to Battersea Park in central London on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th of September 2019, welcoming more than 200 exhibitors with a vast collection
Civic floral displays expert Plantscape is giving Birmingham a helping hand to fulfil its vision to become a world class city centre. The city’s Southside BID (Business Improvement District), with
Squire’s Garden Centres will donate hundreds of Silver Birch trees to the community as part of their “Love Where You Live” campaign. Throughout September, for every plant or tree (of
Mow Town at this years RHS Flower Show Tatton Park has been deemed a great success from one and all! The area, which was dedicated totally to all things lawns, was hosted
British businessman, Sir Terry Leahy, will top the programme at the Cultivating Retail conference which takes place on 19 November 2019 at East Midlands Conference Centre at Nottingham University. The
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), alongside Toro and Reesink Turfcare, has revealed the 11 finalists who will contest this year’s Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year Awards.
Following a fantastic event raising more than £8000 in 2018, the BALI South Thames region Summer Charity Ball returns again on Friday 30th August presenting a spectacular evening of entertainment
Lumberjack athletes across the country will take part in the STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® British Championship as they smash through six logs in a matter of seconds using a combination of axes,
Wildflower matting by John Chambers Wildflowers for a newly created balancing pond on a new housing development in Ashby-de-la-Zouch has been supplied by Green-tech. The Yorkshire based company recently supplied
Bunker design and construction specialist Durabunker Ltd has pledged its commitment to members of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) after becoming the association’s latest education supporter. Durabunker
Tree cultivators need to be improved urges leading tree supplier Hillier Trees. While the UK has a fantastic, thriving, horticultural industry, when it comes to the development of new and
S Richardson Contracting Limited, based in Langholm, Scotland, has purchased eight new Doosan DX160LC-5 HT 16 tonne High Track Crawler Excavators for work on the company’s forestry contracts throughout Scotland
Heats for the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) WorldSkills Landscaping competition took place throughout May and June for the landscapers of the future to compete for their place in the
A software solution that connects the back office with field operations for unified workflow management has proven beneficial for Landscape Services South West. The ground maintenance company provides services to
Topdressing the 27 greens of Leicestershire’s Beedles Lakes Golf Club has been easy work thanks to the Rink DS800 from Charterhouse Turf Machinery. This, together with a Verti-Drain®7316 are the
Headland Amenity announces the appointment of Peter Blackaby to support the company’s continued investment, growth and increase in sales. Peter joins the team as Regional Technical Manager for the Eastern
Garden centre sales are 13% up based on the calendar year to May 2019 vs 2018, according to the June 2019 issue of Horticulture Trade Association (HTA) Market Update published
John O’Conner Grounds Maintenance employs more than 500 staff and manages over 250 vehicles across the UK, providing complete landscape solutions to a range of sectors, including commercial and local
Do you work in the commercial land-based industry? Looking to upskill your own workforce? Trouble accessing certain live commercial sites? The Land-based Industry Skills Scheme (LISS) and Construction Skills Certification
Overview Green-tech has supplied the tree planting materials for the creation of a new woodland on the Conholt Park Estate in Hampshire. The Client Wessex Woodland Management offers bespoke management
Garden paving manufacturer, Bradstone, showcased its popular Smooth Natural Sandstone at this year’s RHS Chatsworth Flower Show on BBC Radio Sheffield’s Elements of Sheffield award-winning garden. The installation was designed by Emily
Synthetic sports surface specialist Replay Maintenance has launched an app to simplify the process of repairing, maintaining and managing multi-sports assets worldwide. As the UK market leader, Replay Maintenance helps sports
A Guinness World Record attempt for pushing a walk-behind lawnmower as far as possible in 24 hours is taking place this June. HMP Kirkham prison officer Andy Maxfield from Inskip, Lancashire
BBC Gardeners’ World Live has announced the winners of its prestigious Show Garden awards at the NEC, with two gardens scooping Platinum Awards, the highest available at the Show. Assessors awarded
Perennial, a charity which helps those who work in the horticulture industry, is reaching out this summer to all parents who may struggle to cope with additional childcare costs during
Free-to-attend educational seminars to help groundscare staff gain advice associated with sports turf maintenance have proved a success. Run by Dennis and SISIS, leading players in the maintenance of sports
More work means more paperwork, especially with additional daily job sheets, risk assessments, health and safety forms, vehicle check, before and after photos. To avoid being deluged with documents and
Nicky Roeber is the Online Horticultural Expert at Wyevale Garden Centres. Here, he shares some of his favourite trends that were spotted at the Chelsea Flower Show 2019. For keen gardeners
Talasey Group is proudly celebrating its 15-year anniversary this June (2019). A milestone for the company, the anniversary represents the landscaping supplier’s continued success and ability to exceed customer expectations
Sipcam, the company behind the ecofective® brand of natural plant protection products, is rushing to meet demand from retailers who are stocking-up on environmentally-friendly slug controls ahead of the metaldehyde
With fuel costs and vehicle taxes continuing to rise – combined with the advances in the electric / hybrid market and government incentives for switching to greener travel, is it
Green-tech’s Mona Plant System has been specified by Barton Willmore Landscape Architects and incorporated within planter designs of a new courtyard area at the Queens Walk development in Reading. Described
Meet the Redwing Turf 24, possibly the last turf tyre you’ll ever buy. It has been developed by Sussex-based grounds maintenance specialists, Redstone Tyres, as the definitive tyre for turf.
Picture: (L-R) George Longmuir, MD of Freeland Horticulture with Richard Kay Chairman of Green-tech. One of the UK’s leading soil brands – Green-tree topsoil, a division of Green-tech – is
The Facebook Garden: Beyond The Screen, designed by Joe Perkins, has won a gold medal and been awarded Best in Class and Best Construction in the Space To Grow Garden category at the RHS
Consortium led by experiential marketing specialists M-IS, has built the UK’s presence at the largest horticultural exhibition in the world, which is taking place in Beijing, China until 7 October,
A major survey investigating the future skills needs within UK ornamental horticulture is underway, with more than 300 businesses already providing insight about the potential training and resource gaps for
The four contestants taking part in the BBC Gardeners’ World Live Young Landscapers Award, and the Show Gardens that they’re to build, have been announced. The two pairs will each
Daniel Bradley, formerly assistant head groundsman at Wembley Stadium, has been appointed as the Greater London area regional pitch advisor for the Institute of Groundsmanship-led Grounds and Natural Turf Improvement
Celebrating excellence in grounds management Nominations are now open for the 2019 Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) Industry Awards that recognise the passion, dedication and challenges faced by grounds staff in
Polaris has introduced the RANGER Diesel for 2019, developed specifically for markets in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Debuting in dealerships this spring, it redefines refinement with
TV presenter Michaela Strachan rallies public to discover forest wildlife The Forestry Commission is inviting people to join the largest ever survey of England’s forest wildlife. The Big Forest Find
A FAMILY-RUN artificial grass retailer’s new store in Birmingham has become its busiest in the UK – only weeks after it was opened by Small Business Commissioner, Paul Uppal. Footfall
Following the success of previous Chemical Workshops, landscape suppliers Green-tech have announced dates for their next two chemical workshops – Training the Trainer. Each workshop features six speaker sessions (BASIS points
Sunday 12th May 2019 at Hartpury University and Hartpury College, Gloucestershire STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®, the world-renowned extreme sports competition, is on the lookout for the next generation of athletes to put their axe
With the bowling season fast approaching, an overwhelming number of greenkeepers are making their way to Dennis and SISIS Bowling Green Maintenance Seminars, to gain advice and tips on best
Rigby Taylor expands its product management team of industry product specialists with the appointment of Peter Robin as UK Irrigation Product Manager. Peter will spearhead the company’s expansion into the irrigation market
Poor foot health costs industry millions of pounds in lost days every year, as well as causing individuals a good deal of personal discomfort. Here Bjoern Klafver, Gore Footwear Associate
Workforce productivity: What makes a good GPS tracking system? “If a GPS system helped you take on one extra job per week, and if overtime payments could be reduced by
Etesia UK has announced a new partnership with Camsaw Ltd, which will see the County Laois based business exclusively distribute Pellenc battery powered equipment throughout the Republic of Ireland.
Greenfingers charity event at Garden Centre Association AGM
Following from the success of its 2018 National Landscape Awards, the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has appointed a new Chairman of the Adjudication Panel. The news that Greg
The 42nd British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) National Landscape Awards, saw BALI registered contractor Bowles & Wyer receive the coveted Grand Award for a private residence in the Chilterns,
Perennial is urging everyone across the horticulture industry to think of those in our sector who are struggling to make ends meet this festive season. Many people working in our
Housing association Karbon Homes is responsible for the management and maintenance of almost 30,000 properties, making it one of the largest organisations of its kind in the North East and
In early December, landscape supplier Green-tech opened a Landscaping Trade Centre in North Yorkshire, selling everything needed for commercial landscaping projects. Customers will benefit from discounted trade prices. The Green-tech
Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, this year’s Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) annual Industry Awards, was held on the first night of SALTEX at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. More than 650 of
Making an impression is a big deal for any business, and in the competitive world of garden design and landscaping, finding a way to stand out from the crowd is
Etesia UK has unveiled two new Attila pedestrian brushcutters ahead of the 2019 season. With built-in rugged reliability as standard, the new Etesia AK60 and AH75 pedestrian brushcutters have been
Each year Jacobsen, a Textron Golf brand, invites 20 greenkeepers to its headquarters in Ipswich to undertake education designed to help them take the next step in golf course management.
Six woodsmen from the Balcombe Estate, Haywards Heath have received Royal Forestry Society awards in recognition of their combined 248 years of experience and knowledge managing and improving the estate’s
A duo of awards topped off a fantastic week for the Cub Cadet team at IOG SALTEX 2018, one given and one received. The annual IOG Awards Event, which saw
This year’s Armistice Day marks the centenary of the end of the First World War. To commemorate lives lost, which included eight million horses, Canterbury College teamed up with local
Tickets! Celebrating the 180th anniversary of the charity dedicated to helping horticulturists, Perennial will hold its annual Party for Perennial on Tuesday 29 January 2019. The anniversary party will be
Tivoli is proud to be part of the design and build team appointed by client East Ayrshire Council to transform Holehouse Garden in Kilmarnock into a special
STIGA’s new Autoclip 530 SG robotic mower has an integrated GPS system, maps a garden into mowing zones, and works in random and intelligent spiral modes guided by GPS to
Eton College has long been regarded as one of the UK’s leading independent schools, renowned for its academic excellence and famous alumni. However, in the world of sport it is
Purchase a new 2018 Polaris Ranger Diesel HD EPS EU or Ranger Diesel HD EPS Tractor from selected Polaris dealers between 1 October 2018 and 21 December 2018 and you
To support continued investment, growth and increase in sales, DLF Seeds has appointed Alistair Eccles as Regional Technical Sales Manager for Scotland and the North. His new role will see
Wildflower Turf Ltd has recently been nominated as a key supplier by Cornwall Council as part of the council’s Green Infrastructure for Growth (GI4G) project. The Hampshire-based wildflower experts are
Wyevale Nurseries has unveiled its new amenity crop range for 2020, with eight new plants selected based on their habit, colour and functionality. Kyle Ross, Production Manager at Wyevale Nurseries
It’s not often that machines are sold at a show, but this happened on booth 7188 at the GIE+EXPO in Louisville, KY when a prospective customer saw the Spider ILD02.
The new ECHO CS-4510ES rear-handle chainsaw has a 45cc two-stroke stratified scavenging engine, and a power-to-weight ratio that makes it more powerful yet lighter than previous models, with output of
Increased interest in urban gardening has seen a rise in the popularity of ‘bringing the outside in’. The indoor plant market has grown by 32% in the past two years
Commercial nursery, Johnsons of Whixley, has teamed up with contracting company, p1 Solutions/Contractors, to spruce up a multi-million pound hidden gem in Scotland. Saughton Park, in Edinburgh, has been subject
The use of geometry in garden design will be explored at the SGD Autumn Conference on 17 November 2018 (at the Royal Geographical Society London SW7), and how the relationship
Swiss-based Lubera was awarded the Innovation Prize at the annual business conference at Kibernetik AG site in Buchs in Switzerland on 27 October. Innovative entrepreneurship in the Werdenberg region was
Sports contracting, groundsworks and landscaping group Cleveland Land Services dug into its past recently to unearth key milestones to celebrate 50 years serving the sector. Agricultural machinery salesman Frank Miller
Corporate partners of Golf Business International have rallied round to assist member Anthony Blackburn’s Golf in Society initiative, which works with people suffering from chronic illnesses. Golf in Society delivers
Six members of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) will go to Ponte Vedra Beach in March 2019 to help prepare the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass for
Reesink Turfcare, Sherriff Amenity and McConnel are the final three companies competing for the SALTEX 2018 Innovation Award. After its successful debut at last year’s show, the SALTEX 2018 Innovation
Green-tech supplied its John Chambers Wildflower Seed for the new £48 million Wick Campus project, part of the Scottish Government ‘Scotland’s Schools for the Future programme’ commissioned by the Highland
Hawkesmill Nurseries, the Warwickshire based family-run business, has been grown 1,200+ varieties of plants for more than 42 years. One dearly loved perennials is the Helleborus. These stunning plants have
A fleet of 22 Cub Cadet INFINICUT mowers were recently installed at Ciudad Real Madrid to maintain all the natural pitches at the club’s training facility. In his new role
ATCO has manufacturing lawnmowers for more than 90 years, helping owners maintain their lawns and providing the finest cut. The ATCO ‘Standard’ was the first truly mass-produced motor mower in
Innes Knight, Course and Facilities Manager at Kingsbarns Golf Links, says that ICL’s Greenmaster Pro-Lite Invigorator 4-0-8+2MgO+4Fe is crucial to his fairways maintenance programme. Golf has been enjoyed over the
With the capacity to be left unattended for up to 12 weeks without watering, Lechuza self-watering planters are perfect for those wanting plants and greenery, but without the time to
Hillier prides itself on its family involvement in the business, and a key innovator over the last 60 years in driving the expansion of the business and the introduction of
Garden designer Andrew Wilson, Sheffield alumni Ken Thompson and award-winning landscape architect John Wyer will lead the discussion on ‘Biophilia’ at Palmstead Nurseries’ soft-landscape workshop in January 2019. Palmstead’s annual
Ibea is launching the new 5370SB Professional Mulching mowers at SALTEX (stand number K020) at the NEC Birmingham 31 October to 1 November. The mower is designed and built with
The Greenkeepers Training Committee (GTC) is proud to announce that Thomas Sherreard from The London Club and Hadlow College has become the first Golf Greenkeeping Apprentice to achieve the new
Event organisers have reported a significant increase in pre-show visitor registration ahead of SALTEX 2018, which takes place at The NEC, Birmingham on 31 October – 01 November. It certainly
With the shocking report in recent days from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) on climate change, and with the extreme recent weather we are all experiencing such as
Hereford-based Wyevale Nurseries is inviting applications for its two-year Graduate Trainee Programme, for people interested in nursery production and other elements of the business including finance, IT, sales or marketing.
Johnsons Lawn Seed has launched its latest lawn innovation. The company’s latest research into grass growing techniques unearthed the benefits of an ingredient that specifically seeks out grass plants. Super
Eleven ground-breaking new garden products have been confirmed as the winners of the coveted Glee New Product Awards 2018, at a special award presentation organised and run by Garden Trade
BALI, through its nationwide GoLandscape initiative, has supported BALI Training Provider member Capel Manor College in developing and launching a brand new Advanced Diploma in Landscape Construction (Level 3). Endorsed
Green-tech’s Key Account Manager Jordan Webster is selected as one to watch in the Pro Landscaper ‘30 under 30’ – The Next Generation, which seeks to discover the most impressive
The 23rd GaLaBau in Nuremberg welcomed 72,005 trade visitors – 12.3% more than in 2016 – keen to learn about the latest products and trends for designing, building and maintaining
GreenMech will use APF 2018 to launch its next-generation SURE-Trak System (patent pending). Since its introduction in 2002, the SAFE-Trak19-28 woodchipper has become an indispensable tool for operators traversing embankments
At GLEE, Yorkshire-based start-up company, Block Blitz, won a Best New Product award in the Tools & Machinery category, and its new Multi Pave and Block Shield treatments were shortlisted
The Property Care Association’s 2018 International Invasive Weed Conference is at The Slate, University of Warwick, on 22 November, with speakers from across the public and private sector, including legal,
When the 73rd annual SALTEX exhibition opens its doors at the NEC, Birmingham on 31 October and 1 November, visitors can look forward to a comprehensive product display spread over
Warwickshire-based and family-run Hawkesmill Nurseries, who produce over 3.5 million plants throughout the year, has released its 2019 Promotions Catalogue. It includes tried and tested, popular varieties and new lines.
Bon’s Paver Dolly securely and easily transports layers of paving blocks directly from the pallet to jwhere they are needed on the building site. The cart has fully adjustable clamping
The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) is proud to announce that Daniel Ashelby of Wilmslow Golf Club has been proclaimed the 30th winner of the Toro Student Greenkeeper
Difference and variety is exciting, which is why British manufacturer SCH was recently delighted to receive an order for 12 bespoke trailers from Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd. Ransomes has supplied quipment
Kubota UK’s B Series is proving to be a key player for Melksham Town FC after the Wiltshire club secured promotion to the Evo-Stik Southern League. The club recently completed
Johnsons Lawn Seed’s Shady Place and Luxury Lawn have been substantially improved with the addition of Johnsons’ innovative Seedbooster treatment , a two-in-one seed coating. Used in the professional turf
John Watson, Course Manager at Downfield Golf Club in Dundee, has been using ICL products for the entirety of his 20 year greenkeeping career and recently singled out H2Pro TriSmart
Glendale has secured a two-year contract extension to deliver grounds maintenance services in the south east for its client, the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority. The contract spans a 26-mile
A new report from MTW Research on the garden furniture and barbecues market has found sales in the garden leisure market have grown 15% in recent years, with sales set
Despite the drought this summer, Northampton Borough Council’s green spaces are looking excellent, due to a unique contract between two major facilities management companies – Veolia and idverde – plus
Thatchers, the iconic, fourth-generation cider makers based at Myrtle Farm in Sandford, Somerset, has purchased a Spider 1 remote-controlled mower from supplying dealer, Loxston Groundcare. The new mower will be
Ian Smith, turf consultant for St Albans School, Woollam Trust Playing Fields, has reported excellent results from using the combination of a Dennis G860 cassette system and a Dennis Razor
Wyevale Nurseries has introducing recyclable plant pots for all its retail plants so that they can be recycled kerbside by consumers. In 2019, Wyevale Nurseries will be replacing its black
Woodlodge launched a new consumer engagement POS to inspire amateur gardeners at the recent Glee event. It is aimed to promote the ease of container gardening. Those new to gardening
Sipcam UK, in partnership with Assured Products, presenting a range of core garden care products licenced under the RHS brand. The range will include: weedkiller; moss killer; path, patio and
Indoor pot supplier, Ivyline, has raised nearly £3000 for Greenfingers Charity. Ivyline’s ‘Happiness Teacups’ range was launched at Glee last year, with 25p from every set sold going directly to
The Green Heart – Glee’s horticultural hub – recently awarded Golden Grove Nursery with the inaugural Best Green Heart Display award, selected by judges Emma Coupe of Waitrose, and Batsford
Aylett Nurseries won the RSPB’s Conservation Garden Centre of the Year Award, at the recent Glee show. The St. Albans based retailer, owned by Julie Aylett and Adam Wigglesworth, was
Bradstone and the Frank Key Group recently launched Patio World, at Brookfields Garden Centre in Nottingham. Patioworld features displays of every Bradstone paving product, and extensive stock and building products.
Two members of the Perennial marketing and fundraising team are taking on the challenge of a lifetime as they prepare to tackle one of the Seven Wonders of the World
In 2018, Yanmar Construction Equipment Europe (CEE) is marking the 50th anniversary of launching its first wheeled, self-propelled mini-excavator, the YNB300. When the YNB300 launched in 1968, it helped reduce
STIHL will showcase its collection of new professional mowers at SALTEX 2018. The full range of STIHL’s new professional lawn mowers will be on stand, including the RM 756 GS
Visitors to the Sherriff Amenity stand (E060) at SALTEX 2018 will get the chance to find out how they could significantly improve their turf through a range of unique products
Pellenc, which is distributed in the UK and Ireland exclusively by Etesia UK, has chosen SALTEX 2018 to launch a new range of battery-powered hand tools on stand E055. Full
Limagrain UK seed company will showcase a range of grass seed mixtures, including the market leading MM60 and MM50 on its stand (G041) at SALTEX 2018. MM60 is a 100%
At the ICL stand (K030) at SALTEX 2018, focus will be on Ecoplug Max, a patented product for tree stump control. Ecoplug Max is a patented tree stump control application
The Greenkeepers Training Committee (GTC) has released a revised set of best practice learning materials for all levels of student greenkeepers. Although originally inspired as the underpinning knowledge for the
More than 60 members of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) have won a BALI National Landscape Award, with some members successful in more than one category. This year’s
ICL Turf & Landscape has appointed Andrew Pledger as its new Technical Area Sales Manager covering the South East of England including Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Kent and East London.
Green-tech has donated in excess of eight pallets of horticulture pots, trays and hanging basket accessories to adult-education charity, Horticap. Horticap, based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire and whose Patron is
Palisade fencing offers a strong visual deterrent to possible trespassers. Its sturdy construction creates a strong physical barrier that is tough to break down even with force. The lack of
For highly efficient irrigation of both large and smaller areas in residential and commercial applications, Rain Bird now offers a full range of R-VAN rotary adjustable, full circle and strip
The TALL Group of Companies, the UK leader in the provision of secure paper and electronic payment solutions, has partnered with J Parker Dutch Bulbs to ensure the retailer benefits
Artifical Grass has been selected by MKM Building Supplies to extend its contract as the exclusive supplier of artificial grass until 2020. The renewed contract includes the supply of stock,
An expert in horticulture is calling for the subject to be included on the national curriculum. Alex Brotherton, contract manager at national green services provider Glendale, says incorporating the topic
Set within Scotland’s Golf Coast, the 18 hole links course at Dunbar Golf Club demands accuracy and judgement as play follows natural contours and a rocky shoreline. Currently in the
Following the successful performance of their first four Isuzu Grafters, Midlands sister companies Smart Cut Ltd and TFN Landscapes have purchased a further 10 of the latest Isuzu Grafter Green
The RHS has made more than £100,000 available to gardening professionals and keen amateurs who want to combine worldwide travel and horticultural learning this year. The funding, which comprises a
The Greenkeepers Training Committee (GTC) has launched a free-to-use web-based platform created by the Xact Group that aims to ensure golf club employers understand their roles and responsibilities towards health
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The Wormsley cricket pitch in Buckinghamshire is often referred to as ‘the most beautiful ground in Britain’. When Mick Jagger introduced Sir Paul Getty to cricket, the latter formed such
Plants and trees are expensive to replace, and it’s crucial to keep greenery hydrated. Keeping plants, trees and grass healthy is the passion and expertise of SCH Supplies; as manufacturers
Squire’s Garden Centres is working with local councils to make parks and green spaces even more attractive, by donating thousands of daffodil bulbs in its ‘Love Where You Live’ campaign.
Price Turfcare, the UK and Ireland distributor of the Ventrac multi-implement compact tractor and Ryan turf maintenance equipment, is returning to SALTEX on stand B124. With the business celebrating its
Since 1961, Cub Cadet has built lawn mowers, lawn and garden tractors, zero-turn mowers and utility vehicles that work harder and perform better than other products in the industry. With
A remote controlled mini tracked tractor with a built-in logging winch that can be replaced by a flail mower for vegetation control has been introduced by Spaldings, following the company’s
The Lansdowne course at Blairgowrie Golf Club in Perthshire, Scotland has seen huge benefits since using a range of ICL’s H2Pro moisture management products, according to Course Manager Craig Stewart.
Woodlodge has created the new Magma Collection for urban gardeners looking to create a sleek outdoor space. Simple, elegant containers and angular shapes complement sharp, geometric designs. With EFSA’s recent
The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) issued this statement in response to the verdict in the case of Dewayne Johnson vs. Monsanto Co., awarding $290 million in damages to plaintiff Dwayne Johnson, a former
Lawrence Ryan, course manager at Overstone Park Resort, believes the SISIS tractor- mounted Flexibrush delivers fantastic results on the picturesque fairways at the Northampton-based golf course. The course is quickly
The recent Monsanto court case underlines the importance of the TCL Group’s role in working towards greater use of environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional weed killer. Indeed, one of its
The sky is the limit for drone enthusiasts and professionals as the UK’s leading drone training experts launches its membership package. Rusta’s ‘Alumni’ membership offers exclusive benefits and discounts across
With the imminent opening of its new stadium in North London, Tottenham Hotspur Football Club continues to invest in its world-class training centre with the recent purchase of additional attachments
After learning about the numerous benefits of the Först ST6P, The Tree Feller Ltd has invested in its first Först woodchipper for its growing fleet. The tree surgery business, which
Pontarddulais Bowls Club and Graig Merthyr Bowls Club share the same council-owned green in Coedbach Park, Pontarddulais, Swansea. The green has seen around ninety years of play and until early
A massive fire in January 2015 saw Suffolks’ Thorpeness Golf Club lose all its equipment, which was valued at £355,000. For Course Manager of 22 years Ian Willett, the replacement
The team behind the distribution of Jensen woodchippers in the UK has launched a website showcasing the range of chippers available to industry professionals across the country. With a simple-to-navigate
Set within Scotland’s Golf Coast, the 18 hole links course at Dunbar Golf Club demands accuracy and judgement as play follows natural contours and a rocky shoreline. Currently in the
Daytona International Speedway, the home of the Daytona 500, the most prestigious race in NASCAR, is using a Spider ILD02 remote-controlled slope mower on the steep sided banks of the
Cub Cadet INFINICUT® mowers make it a ‘first’ for Emerald Headingley Stadium in Leeds. Home to both Rugby Union and Rugby League, the club is currently in the midst of
The persistent drought of the past few months is causing lawn and turf headaches as the combination of drought and unusually high temperatures, causes a lot of grass plants to
The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) today issued this statement in response to today’s verdict in the case of Dewayne Johnson vs. Monsanto Co., awarding $290 million in damages to plaintiff
Mountfield has been a number one UK brand for over 50 years and has not seen a heatwave summer like the one we have been having for a long time…
Green-tech has released its events calendar, highlighting the company’s many attendances at landscaping exhibitions and events across the UK in 2018, including: Specifi, Glasgow | 4 September FutureScape Scotland, Edinburgh
During 44 years as the go-to event for the garden retail industry, Glee (10-12 September, NEC Birmingham) has undergone many changes. Reflective of the need to keep retail environments fresh
Chester Zoo enjoys visits from more than 1.9 million people every year, many of whom will see the Black Rhino enclosure on their way into the zoo. The zoo wanted
Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has supported the development of a popular visitor attraction, helping to shape the new Battle of Britain exhibition and visitor centre
Following increasing attention in the media on single-use plastics a group of key UK growers, and representatives from the HTA, seized the initiative last week to discuss the future of
Scarification is an essential part of lawn maintenance that involves the removal of thatch or moss from the lawn, helping with air flow and keeping it health. If you do
STIHL will exhibit its latest developments in professional chainsaws and forestry equipment at this year’s APF Exhibition, where visitors will have the chance to see the products in action at
Notcutts has secured planning consent for a major redevelopment and upgrade of its Woodbridge garden centre. A new restaurant with 260 indoor and outdoor covers – increasing from 100 currently.
Following its global reveal at this year’s INTERMAT exhibition, Yanmar Construction Equipment Europe (CEE) has announced the roll-out of its SV60 midi-excavator across the UK and Ireland. From August, the
Brighton & Hove City Council appointed Essex-based ETC Sports Surfaces to the 70x31m pitch reconstruction at Hove Park, East Sussex. The park is popular with local residents, dog walkers and
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has proposed new measures to water authorities operating throughout the UK which will ensure professional landscapers continue to get access to water regardless
Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel and Country Club in Derbyshire has renovated two ageing irrigation systems to one Toro Lynx control system to keep its 18-hole Championship Priory Course and Moorland
With growing concerns around the rise of climate change and its effects on our everyday life, the demand for future planning is paramount. Recent coverage of protests in Sheffield displays
A ‘historic and inspirational cathedral setting’ provides the backdrop for studies to the pupils at The King’s School, Gloucester. In charge of maintaining the three hectares of gardens and sports
Plants and trees are expensive to replace, and with Britain potentially facing the most extreme heatwave in 42 years, it’s crucial to keep your greenery hydrated. Keeping your plants, trees
Allett Mowers’ new 27” professional cylinder mower offers the ‘Quick Cartridge’ options that effectively make these mowers eight machines in one. Powered by the Honda
New Glastonbury-based paint company Thorndown has developed and two new unique paint ranges for the home and garden. The new non-toxic Peelable Glass Paint is
Already renowned for its low maintenance and durable machinery, Major Equipment has announced a series of upgrades to the tractor-mounted Swift Roller Mowers. These mowers
The Pasture (Fairways) Sports Complex’s astroturf surface is a hub for sport in the community of Sherburn-in-Elmet, North Yorkshire. A true
Composite Prime’s outdoor decking solutions made a high-profile garden debut in Hampton Court Palace earlier this month. With the summer heatwave bringing record temperatures – and record crowds – the
Treework Environmental Practice, along with the developer Lendlease and the London Borough of Southwark, recently won the Trees & Development Award at the London Tree and Woodlands Awards for its
Leading landscape supplier Green-tech has recently welcomed two new starters, taking the company’s number of new recruits in this financial year to a record-breaking 16. Green-tech has experienced significant growth,
Max Harriman, junior designer at landscape company Bowles & Wyer, is one of five new designers exhibiting at the RHS Tatton Park Flower Show as part of the Young
National green services provider Glendale has been awarded a contract to deliver grounds maintenance services for Karbon Homes. Glendale specialists will do grass and hedge cutting, shrub and bed maintenance,
HTA and APL members are showcasing garden and plant displays at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, taking place this week (3-8 July 2018), with many winning top awards at
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and the Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) ‘Best of Both Worlds’ show garden, built by a team of 23 students, has been awarded a
Applications are now open for the ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship 2019. Now in its third year, ICL and BIGGA are seeking five BIGGA members to take up the 2019
The Club Company, which owns and operates 13 country clubs across the UK, has taken delivery of two Ventrac 4500 compact tractors with Contour mowing deck and blowers attachments. Chris
The Early Years Foundation Stage outside environment at Bedale Church of England Primary School in North Yorkshire has been given a luxurious finish with some help from Green-tech. The children’s
Four SU60 vacuum units from Trilo are the latest additions to the City of Wolverhampton Council’s fleet, making the task of leaf collection much easier. At just shy of five
Green-tech recently exhibited at Rail Live 2018 (20-21 June) in Warwickshire. The event was organised by RAIL magazine in partnership with Rail Alliance. The show unveiled many new developments for 2018, including
At BBC Gardeners’ World Live, organisers acknowledged the nurseries and growers who have exhibited at BBC Gardeners’ World Live for the past twenty-five years. Each received a bespoke Moorcroft
Surface care specialist, LTP has introduced a new outdoor sealer and restorer to its ECOPROTEC® range. Developed for dark natural stone and artificial stone surfaces, new Blackstone has an eco-friendly
Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford, founded in 1930, reported its best May with sales up by 14% (2018), year-on-year (2017-18) growth of 17% in shrub sales, 19% in herbaceous and 60%
The new Makita DUR189Z 18v LXT linetrimmer, which replaces the popular DUR184L model, has a 240 watt output brushless motor providing capacity to run the head at three selected speed
James Bledge, Course Manager at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club in Deal, Kent, says he has successfully treated Dry Patch with monthly applications of Qualibra wetting agent. Formed in 1892,
On his third stint at the London, but the first in charge of the two internationally-renowned 18-hole courses, Lee has worked with Headland Amenity products for a number of years.
The award-winning industry trade show, LANDSCAPE, returns to Battersea Park on 18-19 September. Supported by 40+ different key media titles and trade associations, LANDSCAPE exhibitors showcasing everything from lighting to
David Hodgson, groundsman and president at the Kirkstall Educational Cricket Club in Headingley, Leeds, believes more local cricket clubs would see significant improvements if they used a SISIS Rotorake TM1000
At more than 100 years old, Kent’s St Augustine’s Golf Club has changed a lot over those years and is now a long way away from the grazing land that
The Dennis FT510 and SISIS Dart are currently helping Mark Audin prepare the green at the Waterloo Hotel, Blackpool, for the biggest national tournament in the crown green bowling calendar.
At SALTEX 2017, Toro’s LT-F3000 triple flail mower stood out from the crowd to Harlow Council-founded facilities management company, HTS Group Limited, and the company, which deals with grass cutting
Greenfingers, based in Midlothian, Scotland, has renewed its fleet of Etesia groundcare equipment by purchasing 14 Pro 46 PHCS pedestrian mowers and a Buffalo 100 BPHP ride-on mower. Established in
Billingbear Park, in Berkshire, recently purchased a Ventrac 4500 compact tractor with a rotary Contour mowing deck, supplied and delivered by local dealer, GA Groundcare. The new combination will be
RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2018 sees award-winning landscape and garden designer Edward Mairis revisit the ‘poetic garden’ genre he introduced at the 2017 show. This year, he has
Wyevale Garden Centres won a Platinum award, the highest award available, for ‘Solutions Garden’ at Gardeners’ World Live 2018, the gardening consumer show held annually at the Birmingham NEC. The
As the cost of living continues to rise beyond that of economic recovery, more people working across the UK horticulture sector are struggling to make ends meet, or are unable
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has teamed up with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and BALI Registered members to design and build a show garden, with support from
Cost and supply issues in the timber industry are turning the tide in favour of concrete fencing products, according to Supreme Concrete’s Sales Director Tim Wright. The manufacturer of high-performance
Stepping stones are a charming feature in any garden. Set in lawns and gravel or even in borders interspersed with planting, they offer a practical way to walk about the
Family business, Clearwater Pond & Lake Management, has won the 2018 Otterbine Contractor of the Year award. The Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire-based team of four achieved the highest Otterbine sales figures by
Huxley Golf was proud to equip practice facilities for another premier golf club this Spring. Bearwood Lakes Golf Club’s forest terrain and woodland has evolved over centuries to create an
Ashton Playing Fields provides a sports and leisure facilities across its 50-acre site in Chigwell, Essex. Dan Sweetman, who has recently taken over as Centre Manager, was delighted to be
Aggregate Industries new Pro Pitch Elite is an infill sand proven to have the best drainage rates available in the UK market. Unveiled by the company’s Garside Sands division,
Specialists from Glendale were called in to help transform a community garden in North Somerset to make the space more accessible for residents and their children. Cleeve Parish Council received
In Kent, Hever Castle Golf Club’s head greenkeeper Rob Peers is a man on a mission: “To encourage visitors to both the golf course and the castle estate to be
BBC Gardeners’ World Live’s prestigious annual awards honoured a garden based on the history of the host city, Birmingham, with its highest accolade, a Platinum Award plus Best Show Garden.
Along with a range of Kubota Excavators, Exac-One will show the following attachments at Hillhead 2018 on 26-28 June in Buxton: KSG 80 Kerb Grab, on a U17 TFK 70
Hampshire-grown wildflowers have recently commuted to London, playing their part in the regeneration of Canning Town as part of London’s ambitious Crossrail project. A beautiful wildflower meadow supplied by
Richard Ayling, grounds manager at Merchant Taylors’ School in Hertforshire, recently purchased four Dennis Razors – one for the school’s lawn areas and three for cricket pitch preparations. Richard has
An Emergency Authorisation has been granted for the use of the Syngenta insecticide, Acelepryn, for the control of Chafer grubs and leatherjacket on golf course greens and tees, horse racing
Brett Landscaping has won the ‘Best External Product’ category in the Housebuilder Product Awards 2018. An panel of seven judges including Claire Curtis-Thomas, the CEO of the British Board of
STRI Group has announced the dates for its free annual Research Day event, hosted at its world-class facilities in West Yorkshire. Greenkeepers, grounds staff, course managers, stadium managers and other
Newly appointed BLEC dealer, Acorn Tractors from Derbyshire, recently joined forces with staff from Charterhouse Turf Machinery (CTM) for an in-depth training session on the BLEC range of specialist landscaping
The Makita 18v LXT Brushless power-assisted wheelbarrow has taken some of the back-breaking labour out of Landform Consultants’ inspirational garden builds at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. Mark Gregory,
Leatherjackets are the soil-dwelling larvae of the flies commonly known as daddy longlegs. Daddy longlegs appear towards the end of August and lay their eggs within days. Once they hatch,
Bernhard and Company has become the latest turf industry organisation to formalise its support of members of the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association by becoming an official BIGGA Partner.
At RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018, Rolawn helped 20 exhibitors achieve show accreditation including one silver award, four silver-gilt and seven gold awards. Scooping the top prize for ‘Best in
York-based Rolawn will provide 300m2 of Medallion® for use on and alongside the show gardens, as well as up to 30 bulk bags of topsoil at this year’s BBC Gardeners’ World Live
Following completion of its acquisition of ISS Landscaping on 1 June, Tivoli (Tivoli Group Limited) is trading. Tivoli Group Limited is owned by private individuals as part of the Sullivan
Bristol-based equipment and tool hire business Murray Hire Centres is continuing to expand its long-standing fleet of Först woodchipper machines, after consistently being impressed by the superiority and reliability of
The Welwyn Garden City Centenary Foundation (WGCCF) has chosen Heather Appleton of Appleton & Co Design as the winner in a competition to design a Centenary Garden that will debut
The new Ibea Mini Transporters, sometimes referred to as powered barrows, are a ‘must have’ for anyone wishing to move loads across rough terrain, up steps, over kerbs and around
Bradstone Edale is a gentle riven paving with smooth edges inspired by the stony footpaths seen on country walks. It’s an affordable and traditional paving range that doesn’t compromise on
As part of Course Manager Matt Aplin’s strategy to improve the ecological footprint of the Goring and Streatley Golf Club, the “amazingly colourful results” of sowing Euroflor wildflowers “attracted as
John Jennings, Course Superintendent at Castleknock Golf Club in Dublin, used to struggle with achieving longevity from fertilizers until he applied ICL’s Sierrablen Plus Stress Control 15-5-22 +2MgO. A vibrant
Green-tech has recently welcomed four new recruits to join its sales and warehouse teams, to increase the company’s employees to 85. The sales team is being supported by new
Legislation was introduced on 23 May 2018 confirming that ornamental plant nurseries will not be subject to business rates, and will continue to be exempt. The HTA, NFU and the
Deco-Pak has reported an increase in sales in its Chelsea Garden Range in the week during the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, as the decorative aggregates specialist announces its continued commitment
Dahlias are a favourite in Britain’s gardens thanks to their amazing variety and colour. They are easy to grow and are suitable for planting in containers and borders, so
The SWZ is the model name for the SCAG pedestrian mower supplied in the UK and parts of Europe by STM Co Ltd – and few know these machines better
Etesia UK offers savings on selected models in its Duocut range of green technology battery-powered pedestrian mowers. The revolution in battery powered equipment continues to sweep through the groundscare industry
Proposals to consult industry on new quarantine arrangements for high-risk plants are among the measures set out in a new Government’s plan to protect the UK’s trees. Confor has welcomed
Rolawn’s topsoils and mulches were used in five of the six Gold medal winning gardens at the 2018 RHS Malvern Spring Festival, plus with all four Silver-Gilts, and all the
Rolawn (UK turf and topsoil supplier) provided 60 square metres of Medallion® Turf for the Welcome to Yorkshire 2018 RHS Chelsea show garden. Medallion® was chosen as a high quality,
Forest Garden’s acoustic panels are a cost-effective solution to a noisy problem, with sales so far in 2018 double what they were in 2017. The panels are designed to cut
Just like people, plants can experience sun damage. Excess light exposure can cause the leaf tissue to burn up, causing discolouration that can be particularly damaging to young plants. While
Cub Cadet’s PRO Z Series mowers have been given the official seal of approval by 100 landscapers who put the machines through their paces for a rigorous testing period of
The Show Garden is making a welcome return to the Blenheim Palace Flower Show this summer (22-24 June). Now in its 6th year, the horticultural show houses more than
As sales of outdoor entertainment and living products continue to increase, the Glee exhibition (10-13 September, at NEC Birmingham) will include new suppliers and the latest information to help maximise
For the eighth successive year, Green-tech has achieved the ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 accreditation certification, with the 2015 being the most detailed and comprehensive quality and environmental standard. ISO
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is urging Defra to use the opportunities that lie in a larger, more profitable and resilient forestry sector to help meet the government’s rural land
Ahead of this year’s National Children’s Gardening Week (26 May-3 June), a Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) report ‘Together, we help children grow – the state of primary school gardening in
Emma Kilby, Technical Area Sales Manager for ICL, has beaten three types of cancer and conquered the London Marathon, raising more than £3,000 for Children with Cancer UK. Emma’s battle
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time (GQT) join forces to highlight the importance of plant health at this year’s RHS Chatsworth Flower Show (6-10
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has announced the appointment of Matthew Bent, the Managing Director from Bents Garden & Home near Warrington, to the HTA Board as a non-executive director.
Thirteen exhibitors at this year’s RHS Malvern Spring Festival (10-13 May at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern) will fly the Rolawn flag by choosing its premium turf and soft landscaping
Green-tech is sponsoring the return transportation of 50 tonnes of Yorkshire Dales’ stone to and from London for designer Mark Gregory’s ‘Welcome to Yorkshire’ garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
It’s been two decades since the RANGER® 6×6 vehicle was introduced and revolutionised the side-by-side category in 1998. Mitchell Johnson is the son of David Johnson (one of the founders
The new Cub Cadet fuel-injected engine boasts serious strength, delivering the kind of high-performance power you’d expect from Cub Cadet. Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) uses up to 25% less fuel,
There is a direct correlation between grass growth and ground temperature, and the extreme lows followed by recent highs will have grass growing incredibly well. The downside to this, however,
Design undergraduates at Writtle University College are collaborating with RHS Libraries on an exhibition celebrating the work of influential 18th Century landscape designer Humphry Repton. The students have freshly interpreted
Ground Control has been awarded Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor status across the scope of the utility scheme, setting another industry-leading precedent for the company that achieved the Queen’s Award for
Wiltshire Countryside Services, owned by Adam Lonsdale, has purchased an Arb 150p from GreenMech. “We were getting more and more problems with our previous chipper, and ended up spending more
Garden paving manufacturer Bradstone supported an up and coming designer at this year’s Ascot Spring Garden Show on 13-15 April. Designed by Tom Hill of Tom Hill Garden Design based
Green-tech’s new website brings together products from all Green-tech’s brands into one central hub, providing improved visitor browsing and buying experience. It includes a powerful search system, product calculators for
New visuals for the £5 billion Liverpool Waters project show how the 60-hectare development will look when completed, with restoration of the city’s northern docks to create a world-class, mixed-use
Harrod Horticultural is launching new contemporary product designs at the 2018 Chelsea Flower Show. The back and sides of its show exhibit will be the Harrod Modern Pergola system, with
Tony Dighton of T.D Environmental Services won a new Först ST6 P woodchipper in the ‘Win a Chipper’ competition. Tree surgeons, contractors and arborists were entered into a prize draw
The University of Roehampton takes up three major sites in Roehampton, southwest London. Tucked away and rarely ventured on by students, ‘The Yard’ of the University had old storage buildings
Between June and July, wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is asking people in the UK to record sightings of stag beetles on six summer evenings, as part
Hillier is set to introduce three new plants in its Chelsea Flower Show garden in 2018. Each plant is different, but complement the rustic theme of Hillier’s garden ‘Stihl Inspiration’.
Following news the EU has banned the use of pesticides in order to protect bees, B&Q has released a statement. Steve Guy, Market Director at B&Q, said: “B&Q was the
Because of the threat of Xylella fastidiosa and the potential devastation it poses to the horticultural industry, the HTA has created a 30-day action plan, to increase awareness of Xylella
Först woodchippers supplier will show its latest fuel-efficient, petrol-powered machines at the 2018 year’s Arb Show at Westonbirt National Arboretum on 11-12 May. The Först’s ST6 P woodchipper is a
Bayer head of sales, Neil Pettican, reiterates it will be illegal to store or use unapproved iprodione-based chemicals, including Chipco Green® and Interface® after 5 June 2018. “If it’s not
Start-ups, entrepreneurs and innovators are encouraged to take part in this year’s ‘Innovators Zone’ at the Glee garden, gift, home and leisure trade show (NEC, Birmingham, 10-12 September 2018). Glee
The Association of Play Industries (API) has a new brand and website, reflecting its role as ‘the lead trade association for the UK play industry’. API member companies provide playgrounds,
This year’s Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show (22-26 May), sponsored by M&G Investments, will demonstrate science and technology as the Discovery Zone returns to the Great Pavilion. From
Gold medal-winning garden designer Paul Hervey-Brookes will create a conceptual installation at this year’s RHS Chatsworth Flower Show, using elements of a village that once stood in the grounds of
The Football Development Centre at Flegg High Ormiston Academy in Norfolk, known as the FDC@Flegg, is one of three facilities run by Norfolk County FA. Elliot Pride, the FDC@Flegg Development
Goodwood has returned to Toro as it continues in its ambition to develop a ‘super fleet’ for its 12,000-acre Sussex estate. The last time we caught up with Phil Helmn,
Industry exhibition, Glee (10-12 September, NEC Birmingham), explores the latest plant trends. The garden industry is worth an estimated £5 billion, including £1,424 billion of garden plant sales. Broken down
Are you someone who believes that all our elms have disappeared? The Conservation Foundation, which has been working with elm trees for more than 30 years, has set up a
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has revealed brand new Lifestyle Gardens at its largest flower festival, RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (2-8 July), supported by Viking Cruises. Featuring plenty
When it comes to renovating an area of turf, manual lifting may seem arduous and strenuous. However, with the use of sod cutter, ground can be lifted with ease. Billy
Soil erosion can be a slow process that continues relatively unnoticed or can occur at an alarming rate, causing serious loss of topsoil. Soil compaction, low organic matter, loss of
The new addition is the Cub Cadet LR2 FR60 mini rider. This super nimble machine needs little more space than a walk-behind mower, yet easily fits through garden gates and
Cobra has a mower for every lawn type. From large areas needing wider machines, to slopes and banks that call for increased manoeuvrability, All with the option of different power
Aston University Recreation Centre in Great Barr, Birmingham, used to use a contractor for any scarification work – that’s until Head Groundsman, Malcolm Edwards, did his sums. He found that
Ibea Flail Mowers with 16” tractor wheel transmission make short work of heavy duty brush, tall overgrown grass, thistles and saplings plus they are easy to use due to
Popular visitor destination, the Eden Project, has added a new member to its horticultural team this spring. Husqvarna Automower , a robotic lawnmower which works unassisted throughout the day and
The key to the perfect striped lawn is a cylinder mower and for more than 50 years, cylinder lawnmowers from Allett have been creating quintessentially English lawns around the world.
Etesia UK has announced the appointment of Country Machinery Ltd, based in Driffield, East Yorkshire as its newest dealer. Country Machinery, a family run business providing sales, services repairs and
Burnley FC’s Gawthorpe Training Centre has reached its next stage of development with a Desso Grassmaster pitch, reconstructed by J Mallinson (Ormskirk) and irrigation by Irrigation Control. The new ‘top
Beechwood Trees and Landscapes has invested in three new Först Woodchippers, after a successful trial that saw the team of arboriculture experts significantly impressed with the high performance and robust
Cheshire fence provider Stockdale Fencing has experienced rapid growth and an influx in sales after expanding its online presence and growing its digital skills set thanks to a business course
The popularity of drip irrigation systems continues to increase as the industry recognises the benefits of dripline compared with other types of irrigation. Not only does drip irrigate plants directly
OSMOUK Post Fix is a strong, easy-to-use, and fast-setting solution that allows users to fix a post in a matter of minutes. Whether you are installing garden posts or sports
Slugs remain a prolific pest in the garden, and their damage can extend far beyond destroying your flowers and vegetables, as they can carry the lungworm parasite that can cause
River Clyde Homes is an Inverclyde-based housing association that manages 5600 homes and factors 2500 properties for home owners. In 2017, River Clyde Property Management was created as an ‘in-house’
Reece McNaughton, an 18-year-old apprentice from Kelso, won the Horticulture category at Lantra Scotland’s annual Land-based and Aquaculture Learner of the Year Awards. Reece was also Overall Runner-up for the
“A large proportion of our customers have been taking advantage of our 0% finance offer,” says Ben Murray, Polaris’ National Sales Manager. “We have decided to continue offering interest-free financing
Rody Kilbride from Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo is the winner of the Irish Student Greenkeeper of the Year Award 2018, sponsored by ICL and Syngenta. For several years, ICL and Syngenta
Ken White from Frosts Landscapes has stepped down as Chair of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL). Vice Chair Rod Winrow, from Garden House Design, is taking on the role
Every year, ‘Augusta Syndrome’ can cause greenkeepers grief as the new golf season tees off. Those pristine greens and fairways that millions marvel at during the Masters tournament can
Six students studying horticulture have been awarded £8,500 worth of scholarships by the David Colegrave Foundation (DCF). As part of the DCF Scholarship Season, four students have received Student Scholarships
Liberty Stadium Swansea, the premier sports venue in South West Wales, is home to Swansea City Football Club and the Ospreys regional rugby team. Although sceptical, Head Groundsman Dan Kirton
Advancing lawn technology has been at the core of Johnsons Lawn Seed’s business for nearly 200 years. Established in 1820, Johnsons is the oldest lawn seed brand in the UK
Operating on a global scale with distributors in Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and America, Kebony (a beautiful wood recommended by leading architects) has continued its expansion throughout the United
The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is pleased to announce that power giant Drax and Ireland’s ‘Internet of Trees’ technology-solution provider Treemetrics are now confirmed for its flagship National Conference,
Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford has created additional bed space on its nursery for specimen shrubs and has extended the range to include several native hedging varieties to keep up with
Sports surface consultancy, STRI Group, has released dates for turf industry training courses held this autumn/winter at its UK headquarters in Bingley, West Yorkshire. The professional qualifications include BASIS Certificate
Woodlodge, supplier of garden pots, horticulture products and gardenware, is introducing a new point-of-sale (POS) printing service. To entice customers in-store, Woodlodge offers in-house printing service to create eye-catching POS
A new wildflower seed mixture, specifically designed to produce a fast-establishing sward of UK-native wildflowers and meadow grasses has been launched by Germinal Amenity. Formulated to produce the kind of
After some shading issues were resolved at the Blackwell Golf Club in Worcestershire, Head Greenkeeper Rhys Thomas has since restored the greens to their full health thanks to a range
The APL Garden for Ascot titled ‘What Lies Beneath’ has been designed as an educational piece of landscaping. Public at the show will be invited to walk on the garden,
In a short space of time, approximately 30 companies have become part of the new event Garden Trials and Trade 2018 on 12, 13 and 14 June. There are 11
The Bobcat stand at Hillhead 2018 will show models from the company‘s latest compact loader, compact excavator, telehandler and attachment ranges, including the first appearance in the UK of the
Planting a seed for the future: Macmillan’s RHS Chatsworth Legacy Garden On June 5th, Macmillan Cancer Support will be at the RHS Chatsworth Flower Show, exhibiting a bespoke garden inspired
Glee show organisers report that the beginning of 2018 saw the annual exhibition witness support from the garden retail sector. With a relocation to NEC halls 6,7,8,19 and 20 set
Tim O’Hare Associates (TOHA) has undertaken a Soil Resource Survey to determine the quality of soils displaced by planned improvements and building works at RHS Garden Wisley. The development of
Garden Re-Leaf Day has raised more than £65,000 thanks to garden industry events and promotions all over the country. Activities included the annual Garden Re-Leaf Walk, the inaugural Garden
Finishes and materials that blend in with the garden – Martin Bennett reports In some cases, Landscapers and designers may opt for standard black outdoor lights such as Spike lights,
Perennial is reviving its traditional Festival Dinner, an evening of fundraising, with the help of partners and supporters from across the UK horticulture industry. Taking place on 12 October at
The man directing this year’s Blenheim Palace Flower Show (June 22nd-24th) is no stranger to the big stage. As well as winning 11 medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show,
IMAGE Germinal GB Managing Director Paul Billings (right), and Operations Manager Matt Stevens, cut the ribbon to open the company’s new 18,565 square foot warehouse at Lincoln A £1.5 million investment
Sherriff Amenity recently hosted the first myTurfClub event at Syngenta UK’s Jealott’s Hill Research Centre in Bracknell. myTurfClub is a new initiative from Sherriff Amenity, which aims to help improve
Screwfix LIVE returns to Farnborough with an exciting new Exhibition and Conference Centre! · Trade & DIY show opens 28 September – 30 September 2018 · Stand sell-out! More trade
Registration is now open for ornamental exhibitors at the International Floralies – Nantes on 8-19 May 2019 in Nantes (France). The program is expected to be rich in colour, scenery
Harris Bugg Studio has been appointed to design the new Kitchen Garden at RHS Garden Bridgewater. Set within the historic walls of the original Victorian Kitchen Garden, the design references
British greenhouse and glasshouse manufacturer Hartley Botanic is celebrating a landmark 80th anniversary. The Lancashire-based business (founded in 1938 by brothers Vincent (RHS fellow) and Norman Hartley), has made its
Where professional landscapers are concerned, a Hayter mower can be used day in and day out on a variety of turfs from small gardens to large estates, achieving outstanding results.
Contractors are reaping the benefits of a new formulation for Monsanto’s Ecoplug Max, now fully available from distributors. Ecoplug Max is a patented tree stump control application method, originally developed
Tracmaster has announced the newest addition to their expanding CAMON range of equipment – the CAMON BC65 Lawn Scarifier Attachment – a 65cm wide scarifier to fit the BCS Two
BALI Registered Affiliate member Green-tech has renewed its headline sponsorship of the BALI National Landscape Awards for a further three years, commencing this year. The company’s initial three year sponsorship,
A national green service provider is reminding landowners of the need to check trees after a storm, following the treacherous weather conditions that have been sweeping the UK. Arborists from
Ryan Alexander Landscape Design & Build took home the top accolade at the APL Awards 2018. The annual awards ceremony, sponsored by Bradstone, took place on Friday 16 March
Ryan Golding, head groundsman at the Emerald Headingley Stadium, home to Leeds Rhinos rugby league and Yorkshire Carnegie rugby union clubs, believes that Limagrain’s MM60 grass seed has been integral
Tracmaster’s newest addition to its expanding CAMON range of equipment is the CAMON BC65 Lawn Scarifier Attachment, a 65cm wide scarifier to fit the BCS Two Wheel Tractors and Rotavators.
Restoration of Grantham’s Wyndham Park into a World War One Memorial Park is under way in advance of a grand September opening. Work has started on building new facilities, restoration
Fusion21 has launched its national Grounds Maintenance Framework, which offers a potential combined worth of up to £85 million, over a four-year period. Specially designed to meet the needs of
A £700,000 investment in new synthetic pitch facilities for Ipswich Town Football Club’s training ground means Ben Connell, Grounds Manager is determined to maximise its working lifespan. Within the spend
Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Shrewsbury School, is a firm believer that aeration is one of the most important practices carried out by groundsmen, and this is exactly why he
Lambeth Council’s Planning Committee has approved Metropolitan’s new development proposal to build more than 2,500 new homes and community facilities at Clapham Park in south London. PRP, the award-winning architectural
The HTA has launched a Recycling Scheme for its members that will enable responsible recycling of plastic and other waste, and enhance green credentials. Partnering with Ecogen, based in Winchester,
Three new colour options have been added to Talasey Group’s Vitripiazza Anno range of vitrified porcelain paving, offering an economical option for projects with a more modest budget due to
Building and timber merchant, Beesley & Fildes, has experienced a successful year of sales since taking on Composite Prime’s latest decking product, HD Deck Dual, and has forecast the possibility
SCH (Supplies) Ltd recently supplied a customer with a galvanised version of its popular Hydraulic Tipping Trailer. (Ref HTRL). The customer had asked for the manual tipping version of the
Practicality Brown Limited (PBL) has acquired the commercial business of Midland Tree Surgeons Ltd, effective 1st March 2018; with this acquisition, PBL reinforces its position as a leader in the
External Cleaning: Business Training Days Spinaclean’s training days are designed to meet all the requirements needed to set up an all over external cleaning business. They will teach you how
Writtle University College’s team for the Young Gardeners of the Year competition has unveiled its design. The annual competition, which Writtle won last year, along with a Gold Medal, is
The Royal Forestry Society welcomes the publication of the British Woodland Survey 2017 (BSW2017) today. The survey provides a powerful incentive to better value the forestry sector for the
Kingsfold builders’ merchant D.W. Nye will be hosting a free Demo Day on Saturday 24th March, and proving there is such a thing as a ‘free lunch’. The family-run company
Green-tech is exhibiting at EcoBuild 2018, 6-8 March at ExCeL in London, under its specification arm gt Specifier. It is on stand E132, in front of the Ecobuild Conference Arena.
Glendale’s commitment to tackling skills shortages and unemployment is reflected in the number of staff undergoing apprenticeships within the business. Apprentices make up 8.5 per cent of the national green
As the European Union threatens to impose new 25% tariffs on iconic US products such as Levi’s, Harley Davidsons and Bourbon in retaliation for new US steel tariffs, the leading
Wyevale Nurseries in Hereford has launched three new plants: Daphne odora x bholua ‘Perfume Princess’, Dianella tasmanica Wyeena and Phormium ‘Blondie’, which won a Silver Award in the Shrubs and
Winners of the 2017 BALI National Landscape Awards recently enjoyed an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the All England Lawn Tennis Club Wimbledon, hosted and organised by ICL and awards headline
Euroflor urban flowers are a cost-effective way to add long-lasting colourful flower displays to a host of local council areas up and down the country. In London, for example, the
Confor has welcomed a consultation described by UK Environment Secretary Michael Gove as a ‘historic opportunity’ to shape future rural policy and funding, while calling for more detail on the
Squire’s Garden Centre on Littlewick Road in Woking is open with a new look. Following a significant extension the stunning new garden centre offers an inspirational plant area, complete with
Wienerberger, UK provider of wall, roofing and landscape solutions, has launched five new facing bricks. The launch is part of an extensive product development programme at Wienerberger’s Ewhurst site –
The Feefo Gold Service award, an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, as rated by real customers has been awarded to Rolawn for another year.
SIS Pitches has been announced as a FIH Certified Manufacturer and FIH Certified Field Builder. This makes them the first company within Ireland and the British Isles to be double
The fourth edition of the International Green Expo (21-23 February 2018) attracted 655 exhibitors, 17,300 registered participants over three days at Fiera Milano Rho-Pero.The companies from Lombardy were most
BALI-NCF, the grounds maintenance industry’s National Contractors Forum and STIHL GB recently joined forces to deliver best in class hedge trimmer training to 30 contractor companies at four land-based
Entries for the 42nd BALI National Landscape Awards are open. This year’s Awards are supported by Headline Sponsor and BALI Registered Affiliate member Green-tech. BALI Registered Members are invited to
ICL & Syngenta’s Ultimate Offers has two new packages for 2018. Ultimate Offers are a range of tank-mixes in various combinations of nutrition combined with the plant growth regulator Primo
Carrbridge gamekeeper and SGA member Ewan Archer won a new Polaris Sportsman 570 in the 2017 SGA raffle. Ewan works at Kinveachy Estate and was handed the keys to the
ISS UK Limited has today announced it has successfully exchanged contracts to sell ISS Facility Services Landscaping to Sullivan Street Partners, a Private Equity company, based in London. Completion is
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The latest company to be acquired by leading landscape supplier, Green-tech, is Flexible Lining Products (FLP), an online retailer of pond liners and geotextiles. The acquisition is a perfect fit
RHS Chelsea medal winner joins Matt Keightley and Christopher Bradley-Hole to complete the roster of world-class garden design talent transforming RHS Garden Wisley The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has
How will our gardens grow in 2018? What are the new trends in garden design right now? Inspiration can be found in the award-winning gardens revealed at this year’s Society
White-letter Hairstreak butterflies are under serious threat, directly linked with the substantial decline in the number of elm trees over the past 40 years. However, one of the UK’s leading
With a strong merchant-only policy, the Talasey Group is keen to proactively support all of its merchants. The Group has once again demonstrated this policy through its recent partnership with
With its subtle hues and authentic weather-worn appearance, Monksbridge is a distinctive block paving that offers the rustic flair of a bygone age. Monksbridge is perfect for driveways of traditionally
Kevin Patton, Tree Surgeon, purchased his first woodchipper in 2002, and has a few different makes and models in his fleet. However, towing capacity was a major challenge when it
Imports of high-risk plants and firewood must be brought to an end within five years, to safeguard the health of UK forests, according to a new report by industry body
Landscaping companies working in Central London were warned today (February 13)to check if their vans are liable for the new T-Charge, and to prepare for the upcoming Ultra Low-Emission Zone
Chris Collins of CM Horticulture will be returning to The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards 2018 as the speaker and co-presenter. With 25 years of practical hands-on experience in
Makita has harnessed the power of the successful 18v brushless motor to reduce the back-breaking task of pushing a fully laden wheelbarrow across a rocky, bumpy building site, a muddy
A greens team has seen its maintenance budget double and recruitment rise after introducing soil biology methods across the course. Harpenden Common Golf Club swept aside its existing greens renovation
Pete Smith, Course Manager at the Birch Grove Estate in Sussex, has reported ‘phenomenal’ results using Sherriff Amenity’s Aqua-Zorb wetting agent to bring the fairways on the 18-hole, 7000-yard golf
After an independent audit confirmed a record-breaking SALTEX attendance at the NEC, the show’s visitor survey revealed insight into the 8,909 attendees. With over 300 exhibitors and more show features,
Following a successful trial, Sportsturf Management’s owner Jamie Foyster is exclusively using Limagrain’s MM50 grass seed across every cricket square. Jamie joined Sportsturf Management in 2008, taking sole ownership of
For R J Jochimsen Contractors, a Verti-Drain and a pair of Verti-Quakes from Charterhouse Turf Machinery fit the bill for aeration versatility and adaptability. The company does maintenance and renovation
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), working on behalf of the UK garden industry, will exhibit within the Discovery Zone in the Great Pavilion at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. ‘The
Bionema has developed specialist training programmes to help maximise the potential of a biologically benign way to protect and enhance crops, plants and amenity areas. The key message to leading
Essex-based Holland Landscapes is celebrating 30 years of creating amazing gardens. It all began in the 1980s whenChris Baker (currently Holland Landscapes Director) was living a different life as manager
J Parker Dutch Bulbs has produced a bumper 148 page catologue of plants and bulbs, which includes some exciting new varieties as well as some great special offers. Their summer
Hampshire-based Wildflower Turf has provided the University of York with a biodiverse boost to newly-built campus facilities. At the start of the project, the University developed a biodiversity plan and
New rewards for the ICL and Syngenta Turf Rewards loyalty scheme in 2018 include: Beepol Hive and Villa; 3M Peltor WS Protac XP Headset; iPad Pro 12.9” 64BG; MacBook Air
Award-winning garden design and landscape company Isola Garden Design has moved to Stoneleigh Park’s Rural Innovation Centre, Warwickshire. Isola Garden Design was founded by James Brash in 2006, and is
Nottingham Trent University city site is in Nottingham city centre, with 30 buildings surrounded by 5.1 hectares of open space. The heart of the campus underwent a multi-million pound refurbishment
Plant growth regulators such as daminozide can help growers improve the durability of protected ornamental plants, minimising stem damage during transport and retail. Daminozide, active ingredient of B-Nine® by Arysta
Founded in 1572 under a Royal Charter granted by Queen Elizabeth 1, Harrow School is on a 300-acre estate, surrounded by acres of sports fields ranging from Astroturf pitches, 2G
Following the untimely death of Tony Hewitt, Executive Chairman of the Parkwood Group, in late December, Glendale Horticulture is reorganising and bolstering the senior management team. “Tony had been actively
The Royal Horticultural Society’s (RHS) newest Show, RHS Chatsworth Flower Show partnered by Wedgwood will return to the magnificent 1,000 acre Chatsworth Estate on 6-10 June. During Joseph Paxton’s time
Hurrells Seeds introduces its year-round winter active grass seed mixture Coldstart 100! Hurrells Seeds is an independent family-run grass seed company with more than sixty-five years of experience. It has
Michael Gove recently visited the UK’s largest modern forest in the Ochil Hills in central Scotland, where he saw more than 1.3 million trees. Confor arranged the visit to Jerah
At The Society of Garden Designers’ sixth annual award ceremony in London, Robert Myers was presented with the Grand Award, Matt Keightley won three awards, and Spanish designer Fernando Caruncho
A green spaces expert is calling on landowners to plant trees to lessen the environmental impact of the new High Speed Two (HS2) rail network. Deric Newman, general manager of
The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) has partnered with the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) to deliver Trees in the Planning Process, a half-day seminar on April 13, in Oxford.
The first of the 2018 Dennis and SISIS bowling green maintenance seminars will be at the Ipswich & District Indoor Bowls Club on Tuesday 13th March. The seminars combine practical
Green-tech has been shortlisted in the Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2018, Supplier category. Category winners will be announced at the Pro Landscaper Business Awards ceremony on Friday 9 February 2018,
Brewin Dolphin will return to RHS Chatsworth this year with a conceptual garden inspired by a past landscape of the Chatsworth Estate. It will be designed by Paul Hervey-Brookes who
Paving manufacturer Bradstone’s 2018 national installer awards acknowledge design expertise and quality craftsmanship. Categories include Best Patio Transformation and Best Driveway Transformation, and Installer of the Year award. The judging
Glendale Horticulture took ownership of a 15.5 acre site nursery in Harvington, Evesham on 2nd January 2018. The new site has 16,868sqm of existing glass and is ideally situated within
The Talasey Group has supplied approximately 2,990 metres of its Natural Paving’s Promenade Classic Sandstone for a 60-unit housing development in Chigwell, Essex, on the site of the former Tottenham
Eddie Mills, Course Manager at Edgbaston Golf Club in Birmingham, believes his fully integrated iTurf programme has helped maintain the particularly stubborn clay-based greens to an exceptional standard. Established in
As part of the construction of a new £15m link road at Manchester Airport, Johnsons of Whixley has supplied a range of trees, plants and grasses to the new Enterprise
As we welcome in a new year we’re looking forward to another season of unrivalled flower shows from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). With an esteemed portfolio, including the world-famous
Wienerberger, manufacturer of wall, roof and landscaping innovations, has announced the launch of a complete brick slip and paver slip solution, and a new website to showcase the offer. The
In his third successive promotion, Les Malin has been appointed as the new managing director of Etesia UK with immediate effect. After starting his career in the farming industry at
Glendale Horticulture is pleased to announce the appointment of Neil Dudley as Manager for its Lathom Nursery in Lancashire, with effect from 02 January 2018. Neil joins Glendale from J
This year has been a great year for urban greening all over the globe, according to ANS Global, which has its head office in Aldingbourne, Chichester. “The green agenda is
Countrywide Grounds Maintenance has invested in the versatility of a Toro LT-F3000 triple flail mower – a first-time Toro purchase for Countrywide Grounds Maintenance franchise owner Andrew Gilliar. He says
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) will team up at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2018 (2 – 8 July) to jointly
The Green-tech team has unveiled its hilarious version of the jungle favourite ‘I’m a celebrity get me out of here’ with a somewhat stomach-churning bush tucker trial. Customers and
Dennis and SISIS will show a range of market-leading turf maintenance equipment at the 2018 Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference and Exhibition, January 16-19 in Fort Worth, Texas. Dennis
Synthetic Turf Maintenance specialists, Replay, has launched PitchPassport® 365, which is set to revolutionise the recording and traceability of synthetic turf maintenance and become the benchmark for the industry and
When tool hire company Artisan Hire Centre was looking to upgrade one of its incumbent 7.5 tonne rigids, the Wiltshire-based business decided to replace it with two brand new 7.5
A debut report designed to showcase the biggest and best businesses in York has been compiled by The Press, York St John University’s Business School and Mark it, York. Rolawn
Myplant & Garden 2018 trade fair for horticulture and landscape (February 21 – 23, 2018) will be held across three halls, with eight macro-sectors across the 45,000 sqm exhibiting space.
The new generation Isuzu D-Max (launched in 2017) has been awarded What Van? Pick-Up of The Year for 2018 with the title praising both its substance and style. Judges were
The new 2019 Jeep Cherokee, mid-size sport-utility vehicle (SUV), boasts a new, authentic and premium design, along with fuel-efficient powertrain options. Additional images and complete vehicle information will be available
Volkswagen UK is extending its successful Scrappage Upgrade scheme into 2018, further encouraging the switch to its latest generation, lower-emission new cars. Almost 5,000 older diesel vehicles that comply with
Johnsons of Whixley has completed the supply of more than 20 varieties of shrubs and herbaceous plants to a landscape upgrade scheme at the Glasgow Fort Shopping Centre. Following a
Wienerberger, a UK provider of wall, roof and landscaping solutions, has increased its product offering with the launch of a new Kassei KTF clay paver. The new product will help
The 72nd SALTEX exhibition recorded attendance of 8909, its highest total since moving to the NEC, Birmingham. “An excellent show in 2017,” said Jeremy Hoyle, director at Earlsmere. “Enquiries on
Spearhead Machinery will unveil its new-look brand identity at LAMMA 2018. Changes to the logo and machinery colour scheme coincide with the launch of new models, including a revamped TWIGA
The Talasey Group’s 2018 brochure (available from January) is the first produced under the new company name. On January 1, 2018 the Talasey Group will be the new trading name
Twenty BIGGA members have been selected to take part in the Future Turf Managers Initiative (FTMI) 2018 at the company’s HQ in Ipswich in March 2018. Aimed at greenkeepers who
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ Amarok has won the ‘International Pick-up Award 2018’. “We are very grateful to have received the IPUA 2018 and feel honoured by the decision of the international
The largest tree planting scheme in England for more than 25 years will see more than 600,000 trees planted on a site at Doddington North Moor in Northumberland. The decision
“Rigby Taylor is delighted the EU has renewed the licence for glyphosate,” says Peter Corbett, the company’s Chemicals Product Manager. “The loss of this important active would have cost local
Perfect for creating a charming garden, Old Town delivers a traditional paving solution to achieve the feel of yesteryear. Made from moulds formed from flooring taken from a derelict 19th
Wood plastic specialists, Composite Prime, has developed and launched HD Fence, a contemporary, durable solution for residential gardens and commercial boundaries. Developed using a unique composite material that combines
Garden design blogger, Lee Burkhill, has been named as a finalist in the Alan Titchmarsh New Talent category at the Garden Media Guild Awards. Lee featured in The Landscaper’s North
The finalists for the APL Awards 2018 have been announced! The standard of entries exceeded expectations and yet again there were a record breaking number of entries for the judges
Comment from Richard Steer, Chairman Gleeds Worldwide about yesterdays budget “There were three key challenges facing the Chancellor today in a budget which was delivered against a background of Brexit
Barcham Trees secured another great ‘catch’ for its series of arboricultural seminars when it lured Tom Ogren from California to present a seminar at its Cambridgeshire nursery. He is one
Following the successful launch of the arborist, forest operative and horticulture and landscape operative apprenticeships in England, earlier this year, the employer-led partnership behind the initiative is now asking the
Clubs across the country are starting to play on the first artificial pitches that feature all the benefits of the highest performance infill while eliminating safety, health and environmental concern.
(L-R) – Agon Mehmeti, Dwight Tiendalli, Gino van Kessel and Jonathan Obika withArtificialGrass.com Merchant Sales Manager Richard Lewis. ArtificialGrass.com has installed a winning indoor surface in the home changing room
All Oeliatec weed control machines kill weeds with 100% hot water by delivering an efficient low pressure treatment at temperatures of up to 120°C. This destroys the cellular structure of
Roxil’s landscaping protection range not only keeps patios in their prime but also needs treatment to be undertaken less frequently. Hard cleaning is detrimental to patios in terms of wear
ZIPLEVEL PRO-2000 enables one person, working alone, to quickly survey sites or set installation levels. Benefit from speed of set-up and ease of use when setting out and installing
The new range of heavy-duty PVC-clad buildings from Britcover are the ideal solution for the storage and maintenance of landscaping machinery and vehicles. All models are designed and built
Looking after a football pitch is a high-pressure business when the turf you’ve treated, mowed, nurtured and manicured is seen by thousands of spectators at the ground – even more
1921 was a vintage year for lawn lovers – it was the year in which Atco started manufacturing fine quality mowers for the gardens, pitches and ball courts of Great
Intelligent One (iO), the world’s first autonomous robot dedicated to the hands-free, initial marking and over-marking of sports pitches, running tracks and much more, has won the prestigious Innovation Award
Green-tech has launched a new range of specialist tree anchoring kits at Futurescape 2017. The new tree anchoring kits have been developed in partnership with Anchor Systems (International) Ltd, the
Bluesky has supplied high-resolution aerial photography for a major conservation project to protect and transform moorlands in northern England. Purchased by The Moors for the Future Partnership, as part of
Etesia UK, the distributor of Pellenc battery-powered tools in the UK and Ireland, has announced a special offer which will see customers save up to 50% of the purchase price
Dan Shemesh, Director of Stadium and Training Grounds for the New York Red Bulls, has praised the SISIS Osca 3, which maintains the synthetic turf on one of the club’s
The original course at Hartley Wintney Golf Club dates back to 1891 when it was laid out as a traditional 9-hole parkland course. An extra nine holes were added in
C D McNeill of Dingwall, Rossshire has purchased a fourth EC27C for its contracting business. The new EC27C is the fourth machine in a line to join C D McNeill’s
With nearly 800 visitors attending over two weeks in October, the Doosan Bobcat Demo Days event continues to go from strength to strength. The latest Demo Days also showed how
Capel Manor College is set to deliver high quality education and training for the prestigious Royal Parks Horticultural Apprenticeship Programme in a new three-year training programme specifically designed to support
A year’s worth of meticulous and strategic planning from show organisers culminated in what is being hailed by many as the best ever SALTEX. The two-day exhibition has quickly grown
The shortlists for this year’s Fields in Trust Awards have been announced. Winners in eight categories will be celebrated at a ceremony on Wednesday 29th November at Lord’s Cricket Ground
From the largest equine hospital in Europe to a company that specialises in turning desert into green space – there will be a huge range of interesting opportunities on
Reesink has announced the arrival of a new Toro rotary mower designed to improve productivity by going longer between stops. Revealed at SALTEX 2017, the ProLine H800 direct collect rotary
Designed and built with the professional in mind, Ariens Company has introduced the new APEX zero-turn mower to the UK. The Ariens name has been built on a reputation for
Taking centre stage on the Etesia UK stand at SALTEX 2017 was the new Bahia Hydro 80 MKHP4 E-Connect ride-on mower, which also won the SALTEX 2017 innovation award. Visitors
To celebrate being named the ‘Best Builder’s Truck’ for the sixth year running by leading UK business van magazine ‘Trade Van Driver’, Isuzu Truck UK has launched a 0% finance
A group of gardeners have stripped off to star in a naked calendar to raise money for Perennial, the charity helping those in horticulture. The Perennial Naked Gardeners Calendar 2018 makes
Two new specialist paints have been announced by Rigby Taylor for marking lines on multi-use pitches and training grids where rapid changeover of sports is needed and existing lines and
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has launched two new sales campaigns, one targeting the British public and the second focused on trade. The public campaign, in association with
Writtle University College postgraduate student Eunjung Jun’s garden design for the Salvation Army’s Hadleigh Training Centre near Southend has been shortlisted for a Society of Garden Designers (SGD) Student Award.
How to manage Microdochium Patch, the disease that occurs on more than 90% of UK golf courses, is addressed in a new guide from Bayer. Dr Colin Mumford, Bayer technical
Ferris® introduces the 400S® light duty commercial zero-turn mower that uses unique mowing technology to provide commercial cutters with superior performance, quality and comfort. Featuring the patented suspension technology, heavy-duty Hydro-Gear®
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The Landscaper news letter was published at 09 40 on 17/10 2017 by 1600 hours it had achieved an open rate of 25 per cent against an industry average of
Hydroseeding Supplies (UK) is one of the largest providers of Hydroseeding mulches, consumables and specialist erosion control products in Europe and are the UK distributors for the US based Profile
The new range of heavy-duty PVC-clad buildings from Britcover are the ideal solution for the storage and maintenance of landscaping machinery and vehicles. All models are designed and built in
Barrus Ltd has confirmed that September 18th, 2017 marks their official 100-year birthday. In 1917 Ernest Prouty Barrus set up a company in the UK to supply Starrett precision tools
When it comes to clearing up autumn leaves and all types of litter and debris year-round, Little Wonder has it in the bag. That’s a hefty top-loading 282 litre capacity
Have you or your clients ever experienced problems managing wild flower areas? Perhaps the client was expecting a slightly different “look”, maybe they’re not sure when to mow – or
The SALTEX 2017 free education programme is set to inspire visitors at the NEC on 1 and 2 November. With the full Learning LIVE programme set to be revealed in
Paysalia is the leading landscaping trade exhibition in France. Since 2009, over three days landscapers meet, discuss and build the future of the profession together. The next Paysalia will be
60 BALI members have now been informed they have won a BALI National Landscape Award, with some members successful in more than one category. This year’s Awards, in association with
Green-tech supply urban tree planting materials for £15m Glasgow Fort Retail Park Glasgow Fort Retail Park is one of Scotland’s largest and most popular ‘out of town’ shopping destinations with
Flailbot is Bomford’s wirelessly operated track mower for challenging terrains that offers the ultimate remotely controlled mowing capability with zero operator risk. Covering steeply inclined terrain with a traditional man-on-board
Terrain Aeration have added a new Super Scamper Terralift machine to their fleet for deep penetration aeration. Originally a German invention used to aerate around tree roots with a blast
The Landscaper’s editorial team David Curtis and Jana Silver will be visiting the show to produce a show report. If you would like them to visit your stand please contact
A maiden partnership between Kubota UK and Lister Wilder has seen two of the leading players in the groundcare industry join forces to support Kent County Cricket Club. The deal,
David Sutton, Estates Manager at Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent, was presented with a hamper of food products by British Sugar TOPSOIL’s Grace Townsend after winning a competition
Johnsons of Whixley Wholesale Commercial has supplied plants to a new garden, built in the grounds of Maggie’s Centre in Oldham. Maggie’s Centre offers practical, emotional and social support for
Have you or your clients ever experienced problems managing wild flower areas? Perhaps the client was expecting a slightly different “look”, maybe they’re not sure when to mow – or
Ecofective Path & Patio Weed & Moss Killer and ecofective Path, Patio & Decking Cleaner offer gardeners two easy ways to bring their patio or decking back to its former glory. For complete control of moss,
Black is often the colour of choice for outdoor lighting fixtures, perhaps because it is perceived as a safe neutral choice, however, to me it can sometimes be a gloomy
(Left to right) Kathryn Maxfield, Joanne Gregory, Andy Maxfield, Chris Meacock, Kaitlyn Maxfield and Becca Watson at Land’s End with the X750 lawn tractor and one of its larger cousins,
Hurrells Seeds have introduced a new CSI Creeping Ryegrass mix. The benefits of this include: High Shoot density, quick repairing ability, close mowing, great colour and superb ground cover. Other
The Landscaper’s digital footprint continues to expand . Our web site new.landscapermagazine.com attracted a record breaking 388,302 unique visitors for the period Sep 2016 to August 14 2017 ( Google
Green-tech’s operations department welcomes two new starters to strengthen its team. School leaver George Goodier is the latest Apprentice to join Green-tech. George is undertaking a Business Administration apprenticeship operated
One of the greatest benefits of battery powered garden equipment is reduced vibration, making gardening tools more comfortable to use, particularly when operating for extended periods of time. They are,
EVEREDGE are offering 10% off the entire Classic range (classic range only) the offer runs until midnight on the 18th August 2017
McConnel’s innovative ROBOZERO machine is the world’s first mainstream remote control zero-turn mower. Created to enhance manoeuvrability and productivity, ROBOZERO can turn on its own axis enabling it to thrive
Husqvarna has launched an international robotic pilot to improve productivity and sustainability in parks across the country – a first for the UK. The trial, which is working in conjunction
This month hundreds of communities across the UK came together to celebrate the UK’s parks and green spaces as part of Fields in Trust’s Have a Field Day campaign. Thousands
Sparsholt College has joined forces with Marshalls, to further strengthen its horticulture and landscaping courses. The Marshalls’ Education Partnership, will provide additional expertise and resource to further enhance students’ learning
Four new machines have been introduced to Makita’s range of outdoor maintenance and grounds care equipment with the latest 4-stroke MM4 engine technology at the heart of two of them.
Clare Hoods-Truman, Executive Principal of Oasis Blakenhale Academy said: “LazyLawn has provided a wonderful artificial grass pitch and large rubber area that all 660 children in the academy truly
Kubota UK is setting the standard in power and versatility with the launch of its new four-seater utility vehicle, the RTV-X1140. The new model builds on the popular predecessor (the
International property and construction consultancy, Gleeds, has been appointed as project and cost manager on Formal Investments’ Rectory Farm development in Hounslow. The ambitious scheme, which has been recommended for
Green-tree’s intensive roof garden substrate and gtRoofdrain has recently been installed in the prestigious London development of Four Pancras Square. Four Pancras Square is a Grade A office building located
HMP Kirkham prison officer Andy Maxfield from Inskip in Lancashire is finalising plans to set a brand new Guinness World Record by driving from John O’Groats to Land’s End on
According to recent statistics released by HSE, there were 137 workers killed at work in the UK in 2016/17. Despite workplace fatalities being on a constant decline in numbers over
Tyréns has been appointed as landscape architect and masterplanner by Croydon Council to develop strategic plans for six destination parks across the borough. The council wants masterplans to guide the
When the decision was taken to pull Ipswich Borough Council’s synthetic surface maintenance in-house, the council decided that a Verti-Top and Verti-Comb from Charterhouse Turf Machinery were the right
Campey Turf Care Renovation Tour ended in Rotterdam, Holland, with the highly successful seven week event educating turf professionals on renovation best practise. There was an average of 60
The Blenheim Estate has more than 2,000 acres of woodland, park, Formal Gardens, meadows and lakes which are home to a huge diversity of wildlife. .A recent survey of just
BRE have launched The Biophilic Office – a ground-breaking office refurbishment project that will provide quantified evidence on the benefits of biophilic design on health, well-being and productivity of office
The construction of the Bermondsey Dive Under, a new railway junction to the east of London Bridge station, has increased biodiversity in the urban area of Bermondsey by 113%, winning
With Government approval secured for the new Trailblazer Apprenticeship standards for arboriculture, forestry, horticulture and landscaping, those employers involved in the initiative are being congratulated on their success. Businesses from
Green professionals from all over the world will be attending the 27th international trade fair GrootGroenPlus (GGP) GGP attracts government decision makers, institutions, housing corporations, developers of construction and maintenance
Honda (UK) will kick-off its appearance at next week’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show with a live challenge which will see Danny Clarke, aka ‘The Black Gardener’, tasked with
Capel Manor College was awarded a silver medal for its exhibit COMPOST ENERGY LIGHT at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Garden, domestic and agricultural waste are valuable commodities and College’s
Hartley Botanic, the RHS’ recommended aluminium greenhouse and glasshouse supplier, was awarded a 5 star tradestand award for its exhibit at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show. The Lancashire manufacturer and its
Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has supported the Institute of Quarrying by donating quality commercial flag paving and kerbs to the largest show garden that featured
Colourful directional figures made of MEDITE TRICOYA EXTREME now point out a safe route to school for children in Billund, Denmark. The figures are part of a wider health initiative
The Rock Croft unfogable eye protection employs stainless steel perforated or mesh ‘lenses’ to eradicate misting up, but also scratching of the lens will not impair the vision, hence their
Brett Landscaping has introduced Stamford Ultra, the latest edition to the patio paving range Stamford, after seeing a sustained increase in demand from its customers for something different which would
British homeowners look to their neighbours for inspiration when undertaking landscaping projects, according to the 2017 Houzz UK Landscaping Trends Survey. The survey of UK homeowners using Houzz who are in
Johnsons of Whixley’s status as one of the county’s leading family businesses has been further enhanced after being named Runner-Up for the Yorkshire region at the prestigious Family Business of
UK Businesses, big and small, are being urged to take action to support their local community growing groups, many of which struggle to make ends meet. Katie Rushworth, who co-presents
Sikkens Wood Coatings provide a special one-pot coating product which is highly protective against the damaging effects of UV light and moisture. Its transparent film deluges and fills the
John Deere has introduced two cordless battery powered models to its range of petrol and electric walk-behind mowers . With a cutting width of 40cm and polypropylene deck, the
Uttlesford District Council’s decision to opt for when the need arose for a new grounds mower to tackle the area’s parks and open spaces is one that has made a
Robotic lawn mowers and its range of cordless handhelds took centre stage for Honda in its appearance at the first RHS Chatsworth House Flower show The robotic lawn mower Miimo
Glenn Davies, grounds manager at Bloxham School in Oxfordshire has claimed that he chooses Dennis because of the “strength, history, quality and durability” of the mowers. “The Dennis G860
When choosing a new mower, one of the questions to ask yourself is, do you want the option to bag, mulch or discharge the clippings? There are benefits to each,
The new EGO Power+ HT6500E hedge trimmer has a dual action 65cm blade that offers a precise finish courtesy of EGO’s laser cut, diamond ground blades. It has 33mm blade
STM Co Ltd in Warwickshire have been dealers for the Humus range of grasscare machinery for many years, with the spiral “Safety Cut” mulching head being an outstanding and award-winning
The last weekend of March has been found to be the most common weekend for mowing the lawn. A survey, carried out by leading lawnmower manufacturer Cub Cadet, found that
The Chillington Crocodile brand range of hoes are easy to use, labour saving tools that are perfect for digging, ground clearing, weeding and planting. Designed to be used with a
A record number of almost 120,000 people attended Bord Bia’s Bloom festival in the Phoenix Park, Dublin over the June bank holiday weekend. Tara McCarthy, Chief Executive, Bord Bia told
Mike England Timber has shaped itself as one of the UK’s leading independent timber suppliers. Their menu of services and products would serve very well the needs of a high-quality
Don’t miss the next issue of The Landscaper. It’s going to be a bumper 100 page issue Show Special with extensive features on Chelsea, Chatsworth and the Bloom Show in
This bank holiday, the National Garden Scheme celebrates their 90th anniversary. Since 1927 they’ve donated over £50 million to charity by opening gardens and raising money from entry fees, tea
Kubota UK ‘S spring cashback incentive can save CUSTOMERS hundreds of euros, with €400 cashback available on Kubota’s market leading GR2120 ride-on mower and €270 cashback on the innovative GR1600
The move inside the gates of Westonbirt Arboretum, a huge range of activities and a record number of exhibitors and visitors combined to make it the most successful ARB Show
This year’s Chelsea Flower Show featured a host of Show, Fresh and Artisan gardens that utilised Rolawn’s Medallion turf, Blended Loam topsoil, Landscaping Bark, and Soil Improver – or a
The TP 130 MOBILE is a wood chipper on a trailer with own engine. It is designed to optimise value for money without compromising on the quality. The TP 130
Today’s thieves seem to be getting bolder. Insurance premiums are set in to rise in the next 12 months. Much of the equipment that is reported stolen are smaller
GRADUATES are being reminded to apply for Wyevale Nurseries’ two-year Management Trainee Programme. The in-house programme covers all areas of the business and the company is calling for graduates not
Weedingtech, a world leader in herbicide-free weed, moss and algae control have produced a contact application delivery method which is cost-effective and they claim, superior to all alternative, environmentally-friendly
Glee’s dedicated Landscaping and Garden Decoration sector is set to provide an unrivalled showcase of influential brands and leaders in garden and landscaping design. The visual focus of the exhibition,
Ever wondered what goes into planning and installing an award-winning Chelsea garden? Every millimetre of a show garden is meticulously thought through and each aspect has to be carried out
By purchasing an EGO Power+ self-propelled lawnmower, buyers can receive a free ST1210E line trimmer worth £109. An EGO lawnmower and line trimmer are the perfect combination to tidy
The “V-Ride” stand-on mower is in the range of SCAG mowers supplied by STM Co Ltd in the UK and parts of Europe. It finds a lot of popularity for
Etesia UK has announced the launch of the Bahia Joyride – a ride-on mower controlled by a joystick or via GPS for autonomous operation. Working in partnership with FeBroLift GmbH,
Bartram Mowers of Bluebell Road Norwich is celebrating the achievement of two milestones this year, with its 45th year of trading and the renewal of the prestigious Royal Warrant. Founded
Tucked away beside the Thames, Chelsea Physic Garden is a celebration of the beauty and importance of plants. Founded in 1673 it is one of London’s oldest botanic gardens and
Garden Lights can be attractive in their own right. Martin Bennett reports Many people regard outdoor lighting as an aspect of the garden that is best not noticed until they
Readyhedge, based at Court Gate Nursery in Eckington near Pershore, Worcestershire, have been growing and supplying top quality instant hedging and screening plants to landscape designers and gardeners since 2003.
The Isuzu Grafter 3.5t rigid truck has won the 2017 ‘Best Builder’s Truck’ award for a record breaking sixth time in succession. The multi-award winning trophy for Isuzu Truck, presented
The ECR50D is Volvo’s first true five-tonne excavator, replacing the ECR48C. Compared to its predecessor, the ECR50D packs extra weight and brings a longer under carriage offering better stability, which
As part of a continuing strategy to strengthen distribution across Europe, Dvorak, the Czech manufacturer of Spider mowers, has appointed Machines4Green of Hooghalen in the Netherlands as their distributor
Rolawn has been awarded ISO9001 and ISO14001 Rolawn has been at the forefront of the turf and topsoil market for over 40 years, working with clients who appreciate that trust
Natural Swimming Pool company Ensata is holding a Natural Swimming Pool CPD Training Day at its Show Pool, at the award winning Ellicar Gardens (below right) near Doncaster on 16
Green-tech is a major supplier in the delivery of a large-scale Roof Garden in Jersey. The £45k Roof Garden was installed in a new development in St Helier’s Westmount by
Cold weather, Article 50 being triggered and the PM announcing snap General Election could be to blame for quiet April April is traditionally a buoyant time for the property market
Canycom UK (exclusive importer ICB Plant & Machinery Ltd) has announced that Essex based, plant hire and sales company, Dale Hire Centres, have become an official Canycom dealer for the
The Principality Stadium, previously known as the Millennium Stadium, was opened in June 1999 and has welcomed an average of 1.3 million visitors per year through the gates. The pitch
ISS Facility Services Landscaping have won a further Gold Medal Award at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Occupational Health and Safety Awards 2017. The Gold Medal
OLD MOWER AMNESTY Today sees Hayter launch their new retail promotion – the Hayter Old Mower Amnesty. The Hayter Old Mower Amnesty is running until 30th June 2017 and is
Each year in the southern hemisphere, the horticultural industry presents itself to the general public via an institution known as MIFGS. The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is the
Path lighting in a landscape of any size is important, namely for illuminating safe access routes. By Martin Bennett The correct fittings can form part of a satisfying overall garden
Sadolin’s new Outdoor Varnish taps into the growing trend towards a contemporary feel, where the beauty of wood takes centre stage. The product’s completely clear formulation, in a choice
The new decking calculator from Composite Wood Company makes it easy for landscapers to get a free, personalised quote on their projects. It’s simple for landscapers to price up an
Next issue The Landscaper’s Ffion Llwyd-Jones will be attending from the ‘The Trees, People and the Built Environment’ conference She will report how integrating trees hedges bushes, shrubs into the
G-tex Geotextiles offer an extensive range of landscaping & geo-textile membranes for weed control & ground stabilisation, separation & drainage applications The G-tex range of professional geotextiles – Weedex®
If you’re looking for an affordable wood chipper or stump grinder with a 30 day warranty then Mason Woodchippers can help. They always have chippers for sale in stock ready
Wonky, lopsided, corroded bollard lights are a blot on the landscape and can often be seen around the best resort hotels, and public spaces. By Martin Bennett The cost to
If making tall grass short provides you with your livelihood, then nothing is more important than the tools you rely on each and every day. As a
When arboricultural specialists Woodmen UK Ltd needed to replace an incumbent fleet vehicle, the North Wales company specified a new 17-plate Isuzu Grafter 3.5 tonne rigid to work on its
Announcements by the Chancellor in his Spring Budget regarding an increase in Class 4 National Insurance Contributions (NICs) for the self-employed and a delay for certain unincorporated businesses in the
Plankbridge, has launched its new Living Hut, adding a larger and more versatile moveable space to its already established collection of huts. Offering more room to play with and added
Johnsons of Whixley Wholesale Commercial is working alongside The National Trust of Scotland to add vibrant colour to the newly re-modelled entrance to Culzean Castle, and the surrounding country park,
Capel Manor College Governing Body have announced the appointment of Malcolm Goodwin (pictured) as Principal, to succeed Dr Dowbiggin on his retirement on 31 July 2017. The appointment was made
Germinal has relaunched its best-selling sports pitch seed mixture, A20 Premier Ryesport, with the inclusion of Eurosport perennial ryegrass. Eurosport joins the A20 line-up in place of Cadix and Promotor,
All bottles of the barrier acting, total herbicide, Pistol from Bayer, will now be supplied with two low drift sprayer nozzles and a stewardship checklist attached. The addition of the
John Boyd, a talented horticulture apprentice from Port Glasgow, has won the horticulture category at Lantra Scotland’s annual Land-based and Aquaculture Learner of the Year Awards. The runner-up spot went
Image (From left to right) Steve Ashworth, Director at Wyevale Nurseries, Ray Jenkins, Production Director Transplant Division and Jules Griffiths, Transplants Office Administrator, celebrate the Division’s 30th anniversary. STAFF at Wyevale Nurseries’ Transplant Division recently
Simon Richard, UK Agent for the Muthing flails and Reform bank tractor ranges says “Highway and embankment maintenance has been at the fore-front of public expenditure cuts and equipment suppliers
The all-new Compass is a further expression of the Jeep brand’s constant evolution in terms of refinement, innovation, technology and performance and will expand its global reach,
Deere & Company has again been included in Fortune Magazine’s ranking of the World’s Top 50 Most Admired Companies. “The Fortune Most Admired ranking is evidence that
Customers purchasing a new Countax C/B or Westwood T/F garden tractor from participating dealers will be offered a free 300 litre Powered Grass Collector (PGC) worth £525 (S.R.P inc VAT).
A Cornish grounds maintenance firm has won a raft of public sector contracts across the county, secured by mesh fencing from the Midlands. Team Maintenance Services (TMS) Limited has
The Grass Factory supplies artificial grass surfaces which are low maintenance and look very realistic. The huge range of artificial grass is suitable for a whole host of applications from transforming a
Green-tech has supplied the landscaping materials used in a memorial to honour the many servicemen of World War II who passed through the Royal Naval Air Station (RNAS) Burscough, known
STM Co Ltd in Warwickshire represent SCAG grasscutting machinery in the UK and Europe, so much so that they were given the award International Distributor of the Year by SCAG
In June 2017 the Shanghai World Expo Convention & Exhibition Center (SWEECC) will be transformed into a meeting place for China’s green professionals. Decision-makers from China, who plan, construct and
Quickgrass stock and cut to order a premium range of artificial grasses specifically designed and constructed for the landscaping market. These are very different from what you will see
Hayter have introduced the Harrier 41 Pro to their range. Designed for landscape professionals, this mower is an all-new addition to the Harrier rear-roller mower line-up that’s been integral to
Regen is the 3rd Annual free-to-attend Exhibition, Conference & Networking Event for the UK Regeneration Industry. For the 50+ exhibitors, Regen will once again provide significant sales and business development
The landscaping and building trades maintain their position as the leading source of self-employment in the UK, counting for almost a million businesses. AXA’s latest figures reveal they are still the
Thanks to the Otterbine Gemini proving itself reliable as a water aerator and display fountain in lakes at Tracy Park Golf and Country Hotel, Old Thorns
In winter, gardens can look very bare and drab during the day but can be enlivened with some colour lighting after dark. Martin Bennett reports The ever popular Spike lights
Following publication today of the Communities and Local Government Committee’s cross party report on the inquiry into public parks, BALI’s Chief Executive Wayne Grills commented as follows: “BALI welcomes the
ECHO has introduced a new range of 50V Lithium Ion battery products, including a Hedgetrimmer, a Trimmer and Power Blower that take on their petrol counterparts with a wealth
The Parks Alliance (TPA), the UK’s voice of parks, today responded to the Communities and Local Government Committee’s report on their inquiry into public parks by calling on the government to take a joined up approach
An Innovative urban farm and social enterprise based across multiple derelict sites in West London. They train unemployed young people in landscaping and horticulture, and produce a range of edible
Auto Revive provide convenient and economical cosmetic paint repairs for Bumper scuffs, Scratches, Dents and Alloy Wheels. Their mobile repair vans can visit your home or workplace –
This year sees a major milestone in the grounds care industry with Ransomes Jacobsen celebrating its 185th anniversary of mower production at Ipswich. Edwin Budding’s historic lawnmower design was patented
Poweroll rollers are used on cricket wickets, tennis courts, both grass and clay, croquet lawns and may be found at relatively modest homes and country estates, rolling fine lawns and
Screwfix LIVE is returning to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre (29 September – 1 October 2017) for what is set to be its biggest show ever. Building on the
Cub Cadet have launched the latest generation of lawn tractors, with 13 brand new models being created within its newly developed Enduro Series. The new series, sets a new benchmark
Record bookings have been received for the APL Awards 2017 which will exceed 300 attendees when it takes place next month on Friday 17 March 2017 at The Brewery, London.
Pictorial Meadows, supplier of meadow seed mixes and related products, is delighted to be continuing its partnership with Prof. Nigel Dunnett at the Trentham Estate in Staffordshire for a third
The new generation D-Max arrives in the UK this Spring, and customers can now register their interest in the new truck. D-Max has been extensively overhauled with the biggest changes
The Nissan e-NV200 topped the charts to become Europe’s best-selling electric van in 2016.* The award-winning all-electric van ranked number one in 17 countries across Europe, ahead of its competitors
To meet the challenges of climate-change and rapid urban development, the Greening Grey Britain Garden, a Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) feature at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show showcases how and
Johnsons of Whixley has supplied a contract grow worth £138,000 to supply a historic park in Londonderry, Northern Ireland. Brooke Park, located near the city centre, has recently been reopened
Following a feature in The Landscaper concerning the declining standard of public parks and open spaces maintenance, GroundsCare Products have come up with an innovative idea. “The look of parks can be drastically improved
Provender Nurseries in conjunction with Capel Manor College, Regents Park campus have selected a winning design by Tish Potter after judging 30 entries in a garden design project submitted by
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) revealed details of 24 confirmed Gardens, including nine Show Gardens, nine Artisan Gardens, five Fresh Gardens, the RHS Greening Grey Britain Garden, and more than
A private garden has landed Belfast based Cameron Landscapes, the most prestigious award in the landscaping industry for the seventh time. Held every year, the Association of Landscape Contractors
Natural Paving Products has announced its new homeowner rating system is now live and fully integrated into its 2016 Landscaping Professional Awards, which are now open for entries. Updating the
Graham Boyd has joined Long Rake Spar as Joint Managing Director. Graham joins
Huxley Golf has proved that the sky’s the limit when the world leader in all-weather golf surfaces installed golf greens high in the Hong Kong skyline in a partnership
Bannister Hall has launched a new natural stone paving product – a bespoke system that they claim will revolutionise urban, street and commercial design by combining innovation and versatility with
The multi-function Avant 500 series will tackle a wide range of landscaping jobs and tasks quickly and easily. The range features the 520, 525 and 528 models. The Avant 500
Three lucky Etesia UK dealers recently jetted off to Japan in a an once-in-a-lifetime trip, as part of the company’s Attila sales competition. With a total of
Bloxham School, in Oxfordshire, has recently purchased three new SISIS tractor mounted turf maintenance machines – the Powaspred, the Variseeder and the Flexibrush. With a plethora of synthetic
Green-tech is celebrating its most successful month of sales in its 22 year trading history. This comes as the company also celebrates its first year anniversary in their new purpose-built
Polaris authorised dealer Congleton Garden Machinery is the winner of two prestigious awards. At the recent Service Dealer Conference Awards ceremony the Cheshire based company took the award for ATV/Quad
Terrain Aeration has been receiving a marked increase in the number of golf courses requesting their specialist soil compaction and aeration service. Normal aeration on fairways such as Verti-draining is
Amenity contractors can continue to offer their clients the best possible weed control service with glyphosate in 2017, confident that they are acting responsibly and within the law, says Monsanto.
Named after an 18th century Regius Keeper and botanist, the John Hope Gateway includes a ground floor exhibition space with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the pools. The first floor
Independent audit confirmed that the combined attendance at SALTEX over the two day exhibition totalled 8,754. With 292 exhibitors (28 more than 2015), increased show features, an enhanced education programme
Reesink Turfcare’s Clive Pinnock who has been in the industry for over 32 years is the first in the turfcare sector to achieve a level four in the Landbased
Jacobsen and BIGGA have announced who the successful applicants are for 2017’s Future Turf Managers Initiative (FTMI). The popular educational and networking initiative is now in its fifth year and
STRI Group has launched its new Chinese company with partners Shanghai KeHua Sports Promotional Co. and Beijing iRENA Group. The inauguration of Shanghai Tizan Turf Science Co. Ltd, took
As this is the season for giving, UK based paving and walling manufacturer, Tobermore, has donated an amazing £20,000 to Barnardo’s in lieu of Christmas gifts. These much-needed funds will
Welwyn-based Grounds Maintenance company John O’Conner has been selected as a national finalist in the National Apprenticeship Awards Large Employer of the Year category. This follows on
UK plant health, reforms to the water abstraction system and plants for the sustainable C21st city are all on the agenda for the HTA Contact Conference 2017. ‘Surviving and thriving’
Bedford based ICB Plant & Machinery has just been granted the exclusive distributor rights to market the Japanese Canycom range of brushcutters in the UK and Ireland. Marketed
Timberwolf have announced the winner of their 2016 ‘Win a Chipper’ prize draw as Ms. Amy Prentice from Lincolnshire, UK. The market research campaign reached over 130,000 people from
Dennis and SISIS have announced that they will be holding their cricket seminar on February 16 at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club. Groundsmen from all levels of cricket will be able
Falkirk Community Trust manages some of the most attractive parks in central Scotland, one of which is The Helix with its landmark horse sculptures, the Kelpies. Borne from an idea
Dennis and SISIS have announced that they will be returning to the Sports Turf Managers Association (STMA) Conference & Exhibition – which will be held at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
https://youtu.be/pdaUDdtvLSs Christmas is a special time of year in bringing people together and staff at Tobermore has embraced the spirit of the season and come together to create a special
This Christmas RoundWood of Mayfield giving away over £1000 of prizes in a festive competition! First prize the Majestic Stag RRP £743 All you need to do to is follow
Timberwolf has further strengthened its UK and Ireland dealer network with the appointment of Leinster Turf Equipment as their dealer for Northern Ireland. This new appointment builds on the existing
Kubota UK has launched an unmissable ‘on-site’ price for its Scraper tractor. Available until February 28th 2017, customers looking to purchase the L4240 will receive it at the exclusive price
Green-tech has launched its seasonal Tree Planting Packages brochure. Green-tech has announced that the forthcoming tree planting season is off to a notable start with a marked increase in
A great idea in this festive season is to use colour to brighten up the garden. Martin Bennett explains Wakehurst place has just finished dressing their 35 metre high Giant
As a result of the recent expansion of the MC Rental Ltd fleet, there are now over 300 Isuzu rigids featuring within its national truck rental business,
An exhibition celebrating the best work of landscape scientists, landscape planners, landscape architects, landscape managers and urban designers took place at the Building Centre in London as part of the
Green-tech has announced that their new 2017 Green-tech printed catalogue is back from the printers and is being mailed out to landscaping contractors, architects and garden designers across the UK,
An award-winning Birmingham landscapes service is seeing its business blossom after securing its third new maintenance contract within a matter of months. Bournville Village Landscapes’ (BVL) latest contract will
Nineteen parks and green spaces have been presented with a Bees’ Needs Award by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy. Supported by Defra and the National Pollinator Strategy, the awards have
The biggest change in recent times in the garden machinery sector has been the prominent emergence of lithium-ion technology EGO Power+ remains the only brand to consist solely of battery
New and previously unseen product ranges were revealed at this year’s SALTEX by British lawn mower manufacturer, Hayter, and Toro, Visitors enjoyed a first look at the new mowers, set
Hultons Landscapes has completed its acquisition of £2 million turnover Welsh firm Wright Landscapes for an undisclosed sum, in a move set to support its long-term growth strategy. The acquisition
Now in its eighth year, the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) annual Industry Awards took place at the National Conference Centre. The awards ceremony celebrated the quality standards of groundscare achieved
Oak View Landscapes has been recognised for the way that it supports, develops and manages its staff with an internationally recognised accreditation from Investors in People (IIP). The company has
What is believed to be Britain’s largest poppy painted on a sportsfield has helped launch a Royal British Legion `Live On` regional remembrance appeal. A dedicated linemarking team from turf
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The shortlist is in for the APL Awards 2017! The standard of entries exceeded expectations and yet again there were a record breaking number of submissions for the judges to
Sadolin Superdec user Gary Davies has gone on camera to talk about his passion for colour using the wood protection product. The video showcases a number of projects carried out
Cliveden Conservation is reminding owners and managers of gardens, parks and properties that Winter Covers for sculptures and decorative stonework need to be ordered now before the cold and rainy
TERRAM has expanded its GrassProtecta range of grass reinforcement mesh products. The product is specifically produced to reinforce and protect grass surfaces that are prone to becoming damaged by vehicular
Now that winter is approaching its time to think about making your driveway safe and inviting for visitors. By Martin Bennett A gravel drive is a great deterrent
Timber decking is becoming an increasingly popular design trend for a wide variety of landscaping projects. One particular concern with timber decking is that conventional deck boards can becomeslippery in
Pitchmark suppliers of line marking paint, machines and equipment, has announced it is to offer a three year warranty on its spray and transfer wheel line markers from November 1st.
One of the oldest schools in the country, The Royal Masonic School for Girls in Hertfordshire, has given its talented hockey players a new place they can call home with
Polaris is offering substantial savings with autumn special offers on new Polaris Ranger utility vehicles and utility ATVs. From Monday 3rd October you can take advantage of a special discount
This new event over the weekend of 3-4 September was well attended with close to 80 delegates, speakers and exhibitors, at the Royal Agricultural University, Cirencester, UK. The launch of
Draped in ivy, wildflowers and even a healthy covering of moss on the roof of a Plankbridge shepherd’s hut, a rediscovered garden design by Anne Jennings of Viridian Landscape Studio
The Landscape Institute has today announced the shortlist for its annual awards celebrating the best work of the landscape professions. This year’s awards have received the greatest number of submissions
Makita is providing support for an innovative apprenticeship scheme that will provide a comprehensive grounding in rural maintenance techniques to six young people in the Lake District. Organised by the
BALI has announced that it will be launching its new education and skills initiative, GoLandscape, this November at, FutureScape 2016. GoLandscape aims to combat the ever increasing skills shortage prevalent
Powered by a 2.2 litre Euro 6 turbo-diesel engine, the new Musso pick-up delivers huge value. Designed to appeal to those who need a competitively priced work truck, the practicality
Long Rake Spar are suppliers of White Marine and Pink Rock Salt which is used for De-icing footpaths, drives or communal areas. White Marine Salt provides a cleaner solution for
It’s been exciting times at Harrowden Turf with the creation of the UK’s largest turf grower. The Harrowden Group’s interest in turf started with the acquisition of Norfolk based Q
A Bolton garden has won a prestigious accolade thanks to its luscious lawn, that rivals any premiership pitch! Keith Chuck, with the help of Danny Hibbert, has been announced as
When working in public areas such as parks, schools, hospitals or tourist hotspots, sound levels are always a concern so as not to disturb the peace. Likewise, noise levels are
A nationwide search to find the country’s favourite local green space nominated and selected by public vote Do you think that your local park, playground or playing field is the
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) has agreed a new strategic partnership with Nottingham based, web design and digital marketing agency, Adtrak, who are also Google Premier Partners. This
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) confirms record breaking show for the Association at Landscape 2016, receiving over 40 new membership enquiries, two successful seminar performances and its largest
Kikka Digga is a universal attachment for all digging forks and spades, it was designed to make digging easy by attaching a pivoted footplate to help with insertion and leverage,
Following the final adjudication process at BALI Landscape House in late August, 58 BALI members have been notified that they have won awards in this year’s prestigious BALI National Landscape
Kubota UK has extended Kubota Care on its L Series mid-range tractors. Customers wishing to purchase Kubota’s L Series, mid-range utility tractors, can now take advantage of the innovative
There are no shortage of issues and challenges impacting upon the amenity sector. These include BREXIT and its implications, the recent protracted process leading up to re-approval of glyphosate, the
National green services provider Glendale has begun a four year contract to deliver grounds maintenance at Gatwick Airport. The company will carry out work including grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance,
The Double cab pick-up Isuzu D-Max Yukon, is now available on business contract hire with fixed monthly rentals of £198.96 + VAT. Initial rental £1,790.64 +VAT, term 24 months, based
Naturally occurring wetlands have a natural, innate ability to remediate contaminants from water. Over the decades British Flora have supplied many millions of reeds, Phragmites communis, for both habitat creation
BSW Timber has revealed plans for a multi-million pound investment programme in its sawmill in Newbridge-on-Wye, Powys. This is the next phase of BSW’s £4 million investment programme for the
Glendale has begun a four year contract to deliver grounds maintenance at Gatwick Airport. The company will carry out work including grass cutting, shrub bed maintenance, weed control, woodland management
With ‘singles’ making up almost one third of clients going overseas to view exotic and often very private gardens, the tour operators of Worldwide Garden Tours are working hard to
No-one knows just how many trees the Church of England has on its land. It has some 10,000 churchyards, and many often provide the only, ‘green lung’ within a community
Leading architecture practice Holder Mathias has won a ‘Green Apple Award for the Built Environment and Architectural Heritage’ in recognition of its pioneering approach to designing sustainable cabins for Forest
Earley Ornamentals, has expanded its sales team with the appointment of Rob Swift as Area Sales Executive. Rob will be responsible for managing customers throughout the North West of England,
Writtle University College has officially launched its new name and brand identity to mark the start of a new chapter in its 123-year history. Having achieved university college status earlier
Pictorial Meadows has helped eight roundabouts across the UK burst into bloom with a profusion of meadow flowers, bulbs and hardy perennials as part of a two year project conceived
Midlands-based Boningale Nurseries has added two new members to its sales team in order to facilitate the company’s growth and expansion plans in the North and South. Lucy Bravington, who
Europlants UK Limited is one of the leading suppliers of specimen plants in the country. They offer a range of services for different professional markets, Garden centres, Local Authorities, Landscapers
From 14–17 September 2016 the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg hosts GaLaBau, the international trade fair and meeting place for professionals from the green sector. GaLaBau offers the latest products and services
Hardscape is a supplier of hard landscaping materials sourced from its wide network of quarries and manufacturers around the world Hardscape’s creative approach – coupled with its technical ability and extensive
Gripsure has launched its first decking tiles, giving buyers the option of decking that is both quick to install and stays safe in wet weather. The timber decking tiles feature
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A surge in the number of minor bumps and collisions caused by pedestrian’s intent on collecting Pikachu and pals – has led a leading UK street furniture firm
Local children had fun making herbal potions and pictures during an unusual ‘Wild about Herbs’ workshop recently. Led by medical herbalist Rachel Heathcote the children made a healing potion
This is a central, circular pond with surrounding curved pools designed by Carolyn Grohmann of Secret Gardens. Water Gems, the contractors are an Edinburgh based landscape and water features specialist.
The RHS Flower Shows showcase the best in garden designs, with coveted medals being awarded to the finest and Practicality Brown are proud to have contributed to a number gardens
There used to be a time when we had no choice but to put up with the emissions our machinery created. No longer – following the introduction of the Aspen fuel range, an
The DECIMATOR, a new 4mm cable-reinforced grass cutter that has been designed for professional landscapers. The DECIMATOR is the latest innovation in the BesserTrim Grass Cutting System. This cable-reinforced
Writtle College has excelled in postgraduate satisfaction as revealed by the latest industry students’ survey results. This year’s Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES), which is open to all postgraduate students
The European Landscape Conference event is just a few weeks away – it has attracted global interest from California to the Mediterranean. The not for profit event will debate the
What does Brexit mean for those in landscaping and turf maintenance as far as legal compliance is concerned and with particular regard to the EU Water Framework Directive? David Mears
Green-tree soils increase Southern coverage with addition of two new partner production sites The Green-tree soils and growing media division of Green-tech has increased its UK coverage with the addition
Notcutts, the UK’s largest family owned garden centre group, has today announced operating profit for the 12 months to February 2016 of £1.29m vs £1.08m prior year – a 20%
BSW Timber has become the first UK sawmiller to generate electricity from biomass fuel with the commissioning of a £2.5 million Combined Heat and Power (CHP) boiler at its Carlisle
No birthday is complete without balloons, presents and most importantly, a birthday cake. In light of this, the Capability Brown Festival are launching Brown’s Birthday Bake – a competition taking
A national children’s charity has been able to enhance the lives of a dozen seriously ill children and their families thanks to the support of the UK’s leading artificial grass
Johnsons of Whixley has been chosen to supply over 700 varieties for a unique floating beer garden display for a famous Belgian beer brand. Johnsons of Whixley was selected
Provender Nurseries in conjunction with Capel Manor College, Enfield campus, have announced two winners of the Provender Nurseries Redesign competition 2016. Provender Nurseries sponsor a garden at Capel Manor College
Globe Lights convincing ‘stone’ balls sit on paving, gravel or grass and nestle amongst plantings, adding form and definition to the landscape. Stone Globe Lights can also be affixed to
Foley United has appointed Ian Robson as the company’s Importer/distributor for the UK and Ireland, encompassing their extensive range of professional grinders, as well as the Neary Technologies
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Since launching in the UK early last year, Cardley Wave have helped local authorities achieve a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to weed control and now more and more local
B&P Handelskwekerijen from Kesteren has moved to a beautiful location in the heart of standard tree centre Opheusden. “B&P can now be found in a character building, where the past,
Image: From left: Wayne Grills, Monty Don, Sue Biggs and RHS Young Landscape Contractor Ewan Sewell The inaugural RHS Young Landscape Contractor competition has turned out to be an event
BALI members have had another highly successful year at the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park, bringing home one Gold medal, one Silver-Gilt, three Silvers, one Bronze, and the Best
Mandy Bartlett-Richards pictured with her pupils from Abbeys Primary School were delighted to be awarded 3rd place out of a total of 62 entries for their scarecrow Astraw-naut. The Hampton
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DMMP Limited are excited to announce the launch of their new range of Magnum Knapsack Sprayers – the MS1000 Commercial and the MS2000 Professional. These high quality sprayers meet the
Image Charlie Bloom-The Tea Party Hampton Court 2015 11am – Wednesday 14th September 2016 To further LANDSCAPE’S commitment to developing the industry it will be hosting the LANDSCAPE New Starters
Heathwood Nurseries based in Shropshire produce trees, shrubs and hedging in cells, containers and field grown including root balled trees and hedging. Heathwood is a family run business with the
Timbery is a sawmill brand already well known in North and South America, and now is available in Europe. Timbery sawmills enable hobbyists and entry-level sawyers to get started with
Först, supplier of robust woodchippers, is working in partnership with Merrist Wood College to help develop the tree surgeons of the future. Spread across 400 acres, Merrist Wood College has
Yell, one of the biggest providers of digital marketing in the UK, has discovered the majority of landscapers (81%) it researched have wrong or inconsistent information online including basic details
Screwfix, was delighted to welcome local Member of Parliament Theresa May to its new Maidenhead store John Mewett, Marketing Director at Screwfix shared with Theresa some of the feedback from
image: Network Rail repairing & replacing Railway boundary fencing. The Easy Petrol Post Driver now has more accessories & adapters than ever before to help you get the most out
The third edition of Seed meets Technology is even bigger than in previous years. This year the list of exhibitors has grown to nearly 40, so the show area has
John Chambers Wildflower Seed has donated 2.5kg of bespoke native wildflower seed to the Hagge Woods Trust for their woodland wonderland at Three Hagges Wood-Meadow. Located in York, North Yorkshire,
Enviromat sedum matting from Harrowden Turf Ltd has been used for an unusual but fascinating project in a private garden in Chesham, Buckinghamshire. Andy Barr, Head of Heritage Operations for
Mowing on steep and difficult terrain has always been a challenge for the machine operator and the AS 940 and AS 940 XL ride on brushcutter have been especially developed
With Chelsea Flower Show just a weeks away we re-visit the M& G garden designed by Jo Thompson. Jo asked Martin Kelly of Fairwater Ltd to install the liner and
The LANDSCAPE Show in Battersea Park this September features over 40 ‘free to attend’ CPD Accredited Seminar Sessions? With some of the biggest names in the industry talking about topics that
Online travel agency Kiwi.com have created a graphic showing the cost of visiting all 27 EU countries in 27 consecutive days. The epic round trip, which begins in London and
The Gardenmakers and Claudia de Yong have taken the People’s Choice Award at BBC Gardeners’ World Live last week with a landslide victory. Visitors to the show were asked to
Salvia Blue Marvel from Darby Nursery Stock has been crowned best in show at the New Plant Awards on the opening morning of the HTA National Plant Show. The show,
It seems that eight weeks of campaigning by the ‘Remain’ and ‘Leave’ campaigns has done little to change the overall voting intentions of BALI members who responded to the association’s
A high-end, mixed-use development that forms part of a new urban township called Medini in Iskandar, Malaysia, is nearing completion. The flagship scheme for Medini features over 2.0 hectares of
Rolawn has spent this past winter extending their Profresh facilities. The patented unique process that draws on a number of processes, including a vacuum, gas exchange and temperature controls, to
Adi Porter, course manager at Greetham Valley Golf Club, has said that he is now in full control of thatch build-up since using the SISIS Rotorake TM1000. “Over the past
Hilltop Garden Store, near Chipping Norton,have raised over £20,000 for Greenfingers via takings
People’s Trust for Endangered Species launches the first ‘FruitFinder’ database as part of ongoing orchard conservation There are around 5,000 fruit varieties grown in the UK, many of which are
ICL, along with specially selected partners – Syngenta and Bernhard and Company, recently hosted another successful Pitch Focus event. This year’s venue was at the Tottenham Hotspur Training Centre in
A-Plant has been specifying Isuzu trucks in its fleet since 1999, based mainly around the hugely popular Isuzu 7.5 tonne chassis. However, recently the company has specified its first ever
Arboreta is an oak frame design and manufacturing company specialising in garden rooms, orangeries, conservatories and annexes with over 20 years’ experience in the building industry, and offers a complimentary
Polaris have introduced the Polaris GENERAL which they describe as ‘the most versatile side-by-side ever built’. Starting with a 100 horsepower ProStar 1000 engine delivering the most power and torque
This autumn the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) offers a huge range of exciting talks and events at its four gardens – RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey, RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Green-tech has supplied national Solar Park landscape specialist Orchard Groundcare with tree planting materials to landscape the largest grid connected Solar Park in the UK. Located in Kent, Orchard Groundcare
A below ground washpad water recycling system is, believes the Highspeed Group, the most cost effective and efficient biological system available. ClearWater’s increased popularity is seen by the company as
Timber fence and gate posts always rot through at ground level leaving your fence or gate post requiring expensive replacement together with the associated in-convenience. Postsaver produce a range of
Lee Evans, head groundsman at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, claims that the Dennis G860 is the ‘perfect machine’ for him and his grounds staff. “I’ve been using Dennis mowers
The National Trust for Scotland’s spectacular Inverewe Garden in Poolewe has added a slightly sinister new feature for 2016 – a garden of carnivorous plants. The Savage Garden has been
Photograph – Yorkshire Garden Matthew Wilson. Rolawn supplied products to 15 RHS medal winners at this year’s Chelsea show, including 10 golds, the Best Artisan Garden and a further 5
A below ground washpad water recycling system is, believes the Highspeed Group, the most cost effective and efficient biological system available. ClearWater’s increased popularity is seen by the company as
RSL Engineering are excavator attachment specialists based near Watford. They have a wide range of machinery and a clear, easy to navigate web site. RSL Tree Shears 12 and 16.5
A ROYAL Horticultural Society (RHS) gold medal winning garden designer and TV presenter will be the guest speaker at an Open Day at one of the UK’s leading commercial nurseries
In March it was announced that TS Industrie were to offer retail customers three finance schemes across all NEW TS Industrie machines+ until 31st May 2016. Due to the popularity
Griffin Glasshouses will showcase new 35 degree pitch roof on one of their glasshouses at the Chelsea Flower Show. Suitable for both free standing glasshouses as well as lean-to constructions,
With the ultimate horticulture showcase for the garden industry, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, taking place next week, visitors are set to be inspired by the designs, plants, products and
Green-tech has supplied national Solar Park landscape specialist Orchard Groundcare with tree planting materials to landscape the largest grid connected Solar Park in the UK. Located in Kent, Orchard Groundcare
Neil McLoughlin, course manager at Deeside Golf Club, has been in the industry for over twenty years. Last year the River caused the courses to flood six times and this
image: The five Writtle College horticulture students taking part are Ben Francis, Juliette Steyl, Michelle Fisher, Ben Pizzoferro and Kamen Walmsley. Five Writtle College students will be part of a
TigerTurf UK has unveiled TenCate Ecocept , a pioneering new system which makes use of recycled plastics and old artificial surfaces in the construction of brand new artificial grass pitches
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced some of the plant trends and stand-out themes at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016 (24-28 May), sponsored by M&G Investments. Peonies are
From 14 to 17 September 2016, the exhibition centre Nuremberg will once again be dominated by the colour green. Then GaLaBau, International Trade Fair for Urban Green and Open Spaces,
Winter has been one of the wettest in recent memory. Mildness before Christmas led to a lot of vegetation growth, but late frosts in February and March is slowing spring
Backpack or knapsack sprayers are unquestionably useful tools. Professionals are missing a trick or two when using knapsack sprayers as they may be much more versatile than one first
As things stand a decision is required by the end of June or glyphosate, one of the most common components in popular weed killers, will in effect lose its approval.
Bawden Tree Care, a division of Bawden Contracting Services Limited of Amesbury, has won the contract to provide tree surgery services to Salisbury City Council. Bawden has been carrying out
Customers purchasing a new Countax garden tractor before 31st August 2016 will be offered a free 300 litre Powered Grass Collector (PGC) worth a Suggested Retail Price of £495 inc.
Three new lawnmowers have been added to the EGO Power+ range which now includes a contemporary steel deck design that is available with a 50cm width with the option of
As part of a wholesale upgrade of the McCormick tractor range, seven new models have been developed for sports and amenity groundscare applications with unique transmission and engine combinations plus
Many machinery operators, including golf courses, sports & leisure facilities, local authorities and contractors, are proactively seeking to protect the environment from pollution through a reduction in exhaust emissions from
Bradstone has launched its new garden and driveway landscaping collection including new products in both contemporary and traditional styles, range extensions and a number of new landscaping features. Rectangular Porcelain
Garden structures and fencing company, Grange has recently unveiled its collection of re-engineered timber products with a ‘Fine Sawn’ finish. A first to the market, the Fine Sawn range features
Spinaclean, has launched New Slipstream Pro 20, a flat surface and traditional pressure washer for large areas of commercial and domestic paving, brickwork and decking. Resulting from trade customer research,
Standard trailer suspension often causes a problem as the inner edge of the tyres can wear down faster, resulting in the need for premature tyre changes. Towmate trailer axles are
Renaissance Garden Services was established by Julius Razbadauskas. The firm completes both residential and commercial contracts, ranging from domestic gardens, public schools to large private estates. Julius ( pictured) was
image: Matthew Wilson leads the planting on behalf of Greenfingers at the relocation of his Chelsea garden at Earl Mountbatten hospice. L-R Emma Hanford, Greenfingers; Craig Ratcliff, C.A.R Gardens;
The city of Tangshan in China last week opened the 2016 Tangshan International Horticultural Exposition. During an amazing opening ceremony, involving performances from hundreds of Tangshan citizens, guests from around
Tracmaster has announced the addition of another machine to their expanding CAMON range. The SG30 Stump Grinder is the newest member of the CAMON family and is designed and built
An online poll of BALI members, carried out over the past week, has shown them to be in favour of remaining in the European Union, albeit by a fairly slender
Spinaclean has solved a sticky situation for London and South East cleaning company GLC Maintenance. The Company is constantly asked by its commercial clients to remove chewing gum from paving.
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Kate Gould has been invited to design a garden for the Beşiktaş International Garden and Flower Festival in Turkey. The festival will run from May 7th to 15th 2016 and
Spinaclean, has launched New Slipstream Pro 20, a flat surface and traditional pressure washer for large areas of commercial and domestic paving, brickwork and decking. Resulting from trade customer research,
PSD Groundscare, distributor of AS Motor, Eliet, Koppl and TS Industrie Professional Groundscare Machinery, are pleased to introduce Caerfagu Products of Mid Wales as a dealer for both Eliet and
At Bauma 2016, Bobcat presented a fully functional prototype of the company’s new E10 Electric model, a new zero-emission, electric powertrain version of the very successful E10 1 tonne micro-excavator,
The Complete Group is pleased to announce the launch of a range of newly designed websites for each of its unique services including Complete Weed Control, Complete Ice Control, Complete
Johnsons of Whixley has secured a new contract with Grace Landscapes to provide over 20 varieties of shrubs and herbaceous plants as part of a landscape upgrade scheme at Glasgow
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Following a full consultation with all members in March the HTA has declared a neutral position on the EU Referendum. The HTA consultation attracted responses from 169 members – a
The UK housing market has seen a more than eighteen-fold increase (1751%) in average prices since the last time voters were asked whether Britain should stay in or out of
The owners of a new turf and topsoil website are amazed at the level of sales achieved in the first quarter of 2016. “We’ve smashed our targets, especially on topsoil
Eric Bouton, director of parks for Calais, has praised Etesia for helping him to create a new vision of the port city in northern France. Former handyman and soldier, Eric
Pizazz is an eco-friendly fuel made in the UK from 100% renewable Sweet Chestnut wood. As a clean alternative to firewood, Pizazz briquettes have a 0.5 per cent ash residue
It can be a very time consuming affair for landscape contractors and garden designers to locate all the necessary components for a quality irrigation system. However, LWS is a company
Golf-loving landscapers don’t have to limit their passion for the game to a round of golf when they’re off duty at weekends. Huxley Golf offer landscapers valuable introductory commissions for
This beautifully sculpted tree trunk captures the essence of the host of golden daffodils which surround it at a private house in Staplefield, West Sussex. The West Sussex-based Woodland Centre
You will literally see the earth move in the new Terrain Aeration video which demonstrates how one metre depth aeration relieves compaction, waterlogging and panning. The benefits for sports pitches,
Top-quality LED systems from manufacturers like Wilderness Lighting provide massive levels of illumination from light bars that are discreet, offer long life and are unbelievably tough. Established car makers like
Scotland’s Royal Highland Showground recently took delivery of a Grillo FD2200 complete with all weather cab to maintain the extensive grassed areas around the ground. Grillo,s FD2200 is powered by
After a 33-year absence, a widescale environmental and landscape enhancement project involving nine golf courses along the Ayrshire coast has successfully reintroduced a small but significant population of Small Blue
Thompson & Morgan is pleased to introduce its latest innovation in grafting technology: The Gin & Tonic Tree It may sound impossible (so did the Tomtato concept!), but UK gardeners
ArtificialGrass.com will join around 260 exhibitors and 700 delegates at the National Merchant Buying Society (NMBS) exhibition annual trade show on Wednesday 13th April from 8.45am at the Ricoh Area in
Plugr aerators from Billy Goat offer a solution to this that can improve drainage and promote new growth by making holes throughout the turf that allow air circulation through the
Green-tech has announced that its warehouses are jam packed with essential products for the maintenance season and has unveiled its new spring products catalogue. The new spring catalogue is crammed
Enjoy a day out at Blenheim Palace and discover over 2,000 acres of landscaped Parkland and Formal Gardens. Whatever the season there is something to explore. Spring is also the
The decision to cut and collect is one to consider as the preference in most situations would be to leave a clean, cutting-free environment in which to enjoy those green
Honda is set to introduce its first range of products in the battery powered handheld market. These high performance products compliment Honda’s market-leading Lawn and Garden line up, extending it’s
Siromer compact tractors together with their range of utility equipment make the ideal partners for landscaping and grounds maintenance. Since the launch of the CH Range, which can be road
To mark the signing of the construction contract, the Garden Bridge Trust has released a new film which is a celebration of everything that makes London the unique place it
Colas Rail appointed Sky Garden to create a space of aesthetic natural beauty for their employees at Rugby, as well as add several benefits to the building itself. The living
The UK’s tradespeople have optimistic business outlooks for 2016 as a result of expected high business levels, increased enquiries for work and confidence in the wider national economy, according to
Royal Gardener and the grandfather of the profession of landscape architecture, Brown was an engineer, entrepreneur, salesman and extremely effective businessman. It was the combination of these skills which led
As a Royal Academy exhibition examines the role gardens have played in art history, with Monet masterpieces as the starting point, Thompson & Morgan reveals its historic link with the
Acorn Tractors are a Midlands based machinery dealer specialising in the sales & service of new Iseki tractors & mowers, the sales of quality used compact tractors & associated turf-care
The British agriculture and turf industry’s first and only purpose-built apprentice training facility has been opened by John Deere and training provider ProVQ at St James Business Park, Radcliffe-on-Trent in
Charcon has introduced six new shades to its Andover Washed concrete block paving range. The three new grey shades – Light, Mid and Dark Grey – have been added to
The meander board 30/60 is a clever solution and a patented system for water retention on green roofs using an innovative new drainage board called Meander. The principle behind this
As the years go by, all turf is subject to ageing where grass dies thus reducing the density of growth. This gives weeds & moss the opportunity to take over
A bar and restaurant with picturesque views of Rutland Water has transformed its terrace area thanks to a LazyLawn installation. The Harbour Café Bar and Restaurant in Rutland now has
The Posh Shed Company has unveiled its new bird box for spring 2016, a redesign of the popular Posh Bird Box predecessor. The 2016 edition Posh Bird Box is uniquely
The team behind the Writtle College entry to the ‘Ideal Young Gardeners of the Year 2016’ competition have been busy making the final preparations to their Show Garden which will
With the INNSA Conference at The Riverside Centre in Derby on Tuesday 15th March, there is still time to book a space. With a packed agenda that includes speakers from
Marshalls has once again celebrated the quality and workmanship of its accredited landscape contractors at its prestigious annual award ceremony. The Marshalls Register Awards celebrated the best garden and driveway
Frogheath Landscapes was crowned Supreme Winner at the APL Awards, sponsored by Bradstone, which took place at The Brewery in London this month. The Sussex-based company took the overall award
Site Relief is a non-profit, charitable organisation that has been set up to aid humanitarian projects around the globe. By sending skilled tradesmen with tools and funds for resources, Site
Plans for a horticultural industry garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016 are gathering momentum with nearly 60 companies signing up to contribute to what will be an industry first.
Law-breakers across rural Oxfordshire villages are thinking twice before carrying out agricultural and construction machinery thefts or taking part in anti-social behaviour thanks to Kubota’s RTV-X900 utility vehicle. The sturdy
The Playhouse Company, have developed a number of playhouses with inbuilt storage, meaning that both children and adults alike are kept happy in the garden. The jewel in the crown
EGO Power+ has introduced two new line trimmers to its range, bringing the total variety within its trimmer product line to four. Previously the range had consisted of a 30cm
Kelkay has introduced new additions to their Borderstone paving range which includes patio kits, stepping stones, edgings and walling. The new products include the new Abbey 1.5m and 2.4m Twist
BesserTrim, a leading supplier of garden machinery, has launched the DECIMATOR, the newest addition to their Grass Cutting System. This new innovation uses latest technology to transform your brushcutting experience.
Tickets are available for EXPO 2016 Antalya, which opens in two months on 23 April until 30 October 2016, in Antalya, Turkey. .Seeking solutions for a green future the
Children are still involved in the stone quarrying industry in India, and in particular in the production of cobbles. Located at the heart of the sandstone quarry belt in Rajasthan,
Ecofield run three tracked Norcar A75’s from it’s base next to The National Arboretum at Westonbirt in Gloucestershire. The investment in the tracked version of the 45hp articulated mini-loader has
Warwickshire based Hawkesmill Nurseries, who grow over 3.5 million plants throughout the year with a range of over 1200 varieties, have a plant for every season and business alike. The
Sales of bespoke structures from Griffin Glasshouses in its 50th year have been at record levels and the key driver has been continued consumer demand for the Victorian style which
Etesia has launched three new battery-powered pedestrian rotary mowers – the PACS push and PACTS single speed 46cm models and the NACS push 41cm model. All new models are now
Walk-behind, ride-on, stand-on remote control mowers blowers and vacuums. That’s the simple way of describing the comprehensive range of machines from STM. The SCAG name is a familiar sight. They have
Acorn Tractors are a Midlands based machinery dealer specialising in the sales & service of new Iseki tractors & mowers, and sales of quality used compact tractors & associated turf-care
Recently a number of delegates from the Reform Werk dealer network attended a training session at the company’s Wels, Austria factory. Simon Richard, the Reform Werk dealer network attended a
Despite promises to improve the amount of woodland cover and tree planting in the UK, the amount of new planting in England has dropped from 3,300 hectares in 2013-14 to
Gravel is one of the most attractive, economical and versatile surfaces on earth. But without help, it’s inclined to move around, creating ridges and ending up where it shouldn’t. CORE
The 1935 Ford BB van, which features in the legendary sitcom “Dad’s Army” as Corporal Jones’s van, has been given a new lease of life as a new Dad’s Army
Twycross Zoo is amongst Warwickshire’s most popular visitor attractions, a major part of its remit is animal welfare and conservation. Construction is under way of a new £1.8 million gibbon
Rising star receives British Sugar TOPSOIL-sponsored Student Designer Commercial award at SGD ceremony Garden designer Tom Massey, ( pictured right) based in Richmond, Surrey, is celebrating winning the British Sugar
The Alpha E-type Canopy joins a long list of accessories that allow owners to tailor their D-Max to suit their specific individual requirements. Stylish, strong, reliable and durable, the new
Colas has added to its National Highways Sector Scheme tally with accreditation under scheme number 18 for the natural environment and landscape including ecology. This achievement puts the contractor in
Volunteers are wanted to help restore the historic gardens at the Broomfield Hall campus The restoration programme has been launched by Head Gardener Samantha Harvey ( pictured) who is working
From today Crown Courts and Magistrates Courts in England and Wales will be bound by tough new guidelines when sentencing offenders who have been convicted of breaking health and safety law. For
The 2016 winners with host and judge, TV gardener David Domoney (far left) and awards presenter, Bradstone’s commercial director Toby Stuart-Jervis (far right). Bradstone has announced the winners of
Practicality Brown has busy start to the year, planting hedges, moving trees and clearing the land . With more than three decades experience in the horticulture and forestry industries, this
The annual Groen-Direkt Spring plant fair takes place at Hazerswoude, Boskoop on February 2nd and 3rd. To outline its global theme, more than 1,000 m2 of Mediterranean imports will be
Volunteers are being sought for a number of specialist roles with the Knoll Gardens Foundation, the Wimborne-based garden charity. Knoll has championed the naturalistic style of gardening for many years
D W Frost (Wholesale Nurseries) Ltd is a family run business with 35 years of experience in growing and selling quality trees, shrubs and hardy ornamental nursery stock to the
There are known outbreaks of Xylella fastidiosa in Italy, France (Corsica and mainland France). An outbreak in the UK could lead to destruction of host plants within 100 m and
The 2016 ‘Young Gardeners of the Year’ competition launched at the end of 2015 is being supported by landscape supplier Green-tech. Green-tech will be donating the Mona irrigation system and
George Davies Turf supplies turf, various topsoil’s and bark to landscapers, developers, golf courses and domestic customers in the Home Counties, Northants and Bedfordshire areas. Over the last 15 years
Quad bikes and tools top the list of the most stolen items in the last year That’s the view of a national alarm company, which says that more attention to
Eight tiny ducklings were picked up in Emsworth, Hampshire, having hatched some four months earlier than expected. These little ‘early birds’, thought to be just a few days old
The David Colegrave Foundation (DCF) Scholarship Season closes this month. Those who want to apply for a scholarship have just three weeks left to do so before the
CDTS were selected as the specialist seeding contractor for the A3 Bypass which also included the new tunnel under the Devil’s Punchbowl, meaning that the old A3 could be removed
This is the last week to book tickets to join the world’s best ornamentals growers at the AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2016. Last day for booking is
The Campey Turf Care Systems and Imants BV partnership will be exhibiting at the STMA/GIS 2016 in San Diego (19-22nd January) under the Campey/Imants banner with support from American company and
The Playhouse Company, has reported a change in its customers’ habits and preferences. Over the course of its 20 years the Playhouse Company has noticed an emerging trend of
Etesia UK has announced affordable lease and hire purchase finance options to allow its customers flexibility when purchasing new Etesia and Pellenc machinery. Designed to give buyers the power to
Oak View Landscapes has relocated to purpose built headquarters on a commercial site owned by an associated company near Colchester, Essex. Paul Downer, Managing Director told The Landscaper, “We are
Ground Control has been awarded nationwide contracts by Network Rail, to help with the effective management of trees and plants that line the rail network, they will support Network Rail
Over the last 10 years, Lostock Lawn Care has built a reputation as quality landscape contractors operating throughout Bolton and the surrounding areas. From small private gardens to large estates
Falls, slips & trips combined, accounted for more than a third of employee injuries for 2014/2015, with 21,331 reported incidents. This equates to an estimated 2.1 million working days lost.
The Sportsman 450 H.O. is the new star of the Polaris Sportsman range, featuring Polaris’ automatic 4×4 system with On-Demand, True All-Wheel Drive which engages all four wheels when you
Green-tech is delighted that a record number of guests attended the BALI National Landscape Awards in their first year as headline sponsor. Nearly 900 people attended the awards ceremony which
The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has revealed the independently audited attendance figures for SALTEX 2015 significantly exceeding expectations The independent audit, conducted by BPA Worldwide, confirmed that a total of
Etesia, the exclusive distributor of Pellenc battery-powered equipment in the UK, has announced Hampshire based Mid Hants Mowers as a new Pellenc dealer. Established in 1978, Mid Hants Mowers provide
Andrew Read, ( PICTURED RIGHT ) course manager at Longridge Golf Club in Lancashire has praised Everris, part of the ICL Group, for helping the club keep ahead of the
Rigby Taylor Ltd has announced that it has reached agreement with The FA to be their Official Supplier to the FA Pitch Improvement Programme. This four year agreement will see
Capel Manor College has won a grant from Bromley Council’s Crystal Palace Park Community Projects Fund to create a new community wildlife space for South East London. The project
A new easy to use attachment has been added to the SCH (Supplies) Ltd range to make transportation of wheelie bins easier and quicker. Hitch the two wheeled trailer to
Western, a brand with 65 years of experience in North America, is continuing to develop their product range, with new Pedestrian Spreaders, Tailgate and Hopper Spreaders they have units all
ONE OF the UK’s leading commercial nurseries in Hereford has collected more than a tonne of acorns from some renowned mature oak trees in the area so they can be
With 5000 operating hours completed, Zurich’s grounds maintenance team have replaced their 13 year old Reform Muli transporter with the company’s latest T10 X Hybrid Shift model. The team were
Ben Burgess & Co will be expanding its professional turf business in East Anglia from January 2016. The Norwich-based company will be selling and supporting the full John Deere turf
Launched in 2005, the voluntarily run Bisley Community Composting Scheme transforms unwanted garden waste from the local community into re-usable compost for its members and local allotment holders. In early
During 2015 Lumena has continued to upgrade and add to their extensive range of high quality Outdoor and Commercial Exterior Lighting with a special new edition – The Ledifice Bollard.
A gardener with a lifelong passion for sunflowers has won £1,000 following a nationwide hunt for the UK’s tallest specimen. Seed and plant specialist Thompson & Morgan announced the biggest
The progress made to date by the landscaping and horticulture industry with Defra and the DCLG could be compromised as a result of the agreed 30 per cent cuts. BALI
Groundwork London and the London Community Resource Network (LCRN) have launched five new reuse hubs on housing estates across London. The hubs, known as ‘The Loop’, will collect, refurbish and
Ginkgo Gardens is one of the leading Garden Design and Landscape Companies in the UK. Run by directors, Dan Curran and Anthony Challis, the company is going from strength to
ECHO have announced the introduction of a new backpack power blower available for professionals. The new PB-580 is ECHO’s most comfortable to date with a host of new features that
Kubota U.K’s longest standing engine dealer is this year celebrating 30-years in partnership with the brand having sold Kubota’s full diesel engine range since 1975. Across the construction, groundcare and
FIAT Professional unveiled the all-new FIAT Fullback pick-up truck at the 2015 Dubai International Motor Show. The new, medium-duty pick-up will join the FIAT Professional range in autumn 2016 and
Rigby Taylor has reached agreement with The FA to be the Official Supplier to the FA Pitch Improvement Programme. This four year agreement will see the supply of Rigby Taylor
GPS is set to transform the world of linemarking with the launch of the Vitax Swozi system, bringing new levels of accuracy to one of the most fundamental groundcare duties.
The new bright red Branson’s Tractors attracted a great deal of attention at this year’s SALTEX show Branson Tractors is the international brand of the Korean based Kukje Machinery Co
Volkswagen’s pick-up has a range of competitive offers available this winter, making the off-road champion even more affordable for business and personal use. The Amarok Trendline 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS
Visitors to Saltex this year are invited to meet the new Bayer Turf Solutions team, on stand E110. Together the team holds over 80 years of hands-on experience in the
The winter of 2015/2016 could face one the most powerful El Niños in recorded history El Niño is a climate anomaly occurring every two to seven years. As a result
Vitax Supaturf : Linemarking innovation is expected from Vitax Supaturf but SALTEX visitors can witness a truly groundbreaking advance in the way that natural and artificial sports surfaces are
Polaris is represented at Saltex 2015 by Polaris Work and Transportation, the commercial business to business division. This will host the growing number of versatile, economic and environmental vehicle solutions
Ariens will be showcasing the latest addition in the zero-turn range, the all new IKON-X. As UK distributors of outdoor power equipment, the latest range of high torque brushcutters, hedge
Schiller Grounds Care UK will be displaying Little Wonder and Classen turf care equipment at Saltex. The Little Wonder Hydro BRC-26 brushcutter with hydrostatic drive offers high productivity with easy
Wessex International will launch a new product at Saltex 2015 which, they say, will be a breakthrough for the turfcare industry. It will join on the stand the Wessex CRX
Mercedes-Benz Vans is celebrating its best ever UK September registrations, with more than 6,260 vehicles sold – up 12% on September 2014. In fact, nearly the same amount of vehicles
One of the UK’s largest and pioneering forest & landscape nurseries have today announced the next step in their continued expansion after acquiring additional land adjacent to their current facility.
Commencing its 21st trading year, leading landscape supplier Green-tech is celebrating a record year. Heralded as their most successful year to-date, achieving a record £10.6 million turnover, Green- tech’s head
‘Living near busy roads ‘can raise dementia risk’:Exposure to sooty particles alters structure of brain’ (Mail Online 24th April 2015); ‘Schools shut under a cloud of diesel’ The Sunday Times
Regular servicing is essential to maintain the efficiency of equipment. Danequip’s state -of –the-art servicing and workshop facility is designed to reduce the time machinery spends off-line The facility ensures
Uniborder is a simple raised upstand bordering system where there is no need to stake to the ground. The system utilises an adhesive base making installation of the border much
Take the many advantages of an outfront mower and give it the ability to cut both long grass and sports turf and you’re surely on to a winner. The Wessex
Polaris is offering a limited period 0% finance offer on new Polaris utility ATVs and UTVs. Business users can arrange interest-free finance on new Polaris ATVs and Rangers through Polaris
The latest trial results from Bayer show the most effective way to control the tough perennial weed Field Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is with the herbicide Finale 150. The trials conducted
Wanted dead or alive – UK’s tallest sunflower – £1,000 reward Just two weeks left to enter the Thompson & Morgan sunflower competition With just two weeks left, photo entries
Heavy gauge steel plate, an exceptionally high performance drive system and hardened bevel gears have been powering this slasher through dense scrub and brush for over thirty years. That’s how
Paynes Turf, the Essex and Suffolk turf and topsoil supplier is using vehicle tracking to keep customers informed regarding delivery times, to ensure new turfs can be delivered in prime
On Saturday 24th October Orange Plant will be holding an Open Day, with Countryside Training & Tree Management Limited. If you are already an Orange Plant customer or maybe just
A company which pioneered the country’s only lamppost-mounted solar-powered Christmas trees has launched a brand new hanging version of its ground-breaking design to help spread even more festive cheer this
Leading landscape supplier Green-tech has been announced as a winner in the BALI Landscape awards 2015 ‘Employer of the Year’ category. Green-tech is one of four winners, along with Ground
The CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, said on Monday evening: “We are in the process of reinventing Europe’s largest automaker, laying the technological, economic and structural foundations.”
The Association of Play Industries (API) has welcomed Jeremy Corbyn’s proposal to add responsibility for national play policy to the role of shadow children’s minister, should he be successful in
Green-tech has been named as one of three finalists for the 2015 Press Business Awards Large Business of the Year.The awards are in their 25th year and receive entries for
Battery powered garden equipment, in both the professional and domestic sectors, currently accounts for less than 10 per cent of total UK sales with petrol and electric dominating. Until comparatively
Investment in energy efficient plant and machinery, environmentally friendly LED lighting and an ambitious employee skills development scheme are just part of M&M Timber’s plans to consolidate its position in
Bradstone’s Mode porcelain paving adds an ultra-modern feel and look to any garden setting. Available in 20mm thick pavers in two finishes, each with four attractive shades. Bradstone is an
Rochford Garden Machinery dealers met up this month for the annual dealer day presentations at Haynes Motor Museum. Rochford Managing Director Stewart Anderson talked about the £1m investment the company
With its headquarters located just off the M9 at Bo’Ness, Rockbreakers UK has been appointed as Volvo Construction Equipment’s utility equipment dealer for Central and Southern Scotland with immediate effect.
Mitie has begun providing landscaping services to the NEC in Birmingham. The three year contract, providing grounds maintenance, winter services and interior tropical plants to the Birmingham-based venue is being
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has entered into a joint research project with US biotech company Kultevat to investigate the potential of utilising Russian dandelions as an alternative source of natural
Lantra Scotland is calling on tutors, trainers, teachers and employers to put forward nominations for its prestigious Horticulture Learner of the Year Award, which will be presented at a high
Following the successful operation of its first two Isuzus that have been in service for just over a year, specialist national green services provider Glendale Managed Services has taken a
Mixed-use development at the centre of Singapore’s business district aims to become its signature real estate development. Its brief is to define new standards of luxury urban living and to
Originally cultivated in the Ottoman Empire (present-day Turkey), tulips were imported into Holland in the sixteenth century. As the Dutch Golden Age grew, so did this curvaceous and colourful flower.
BeA – the manufacturer of fastening tools and consumables for the fencing sector – has recently acquired additional warehousing at its Woodmansey East Yorkshire site. The new facility will be
Reclaimed York stone paving has a classic character that is unique and sets it apart from any other stone. York stone has been quarried for hundreds of years and
It was back in 1998 that AVS Fencing Supplies opened the doors of their 3rd branch, in the East Sussex town of Ringer, Lewes. Since then the company has expanded
City Irrigation now have a trade counter in SE London and a comprehensive web site. Landscapers can register on line to receive attractive trade rates. City Irrigation’s products include Drip
Kubota UK is helping landscapers, amenity professionals and turf care professionals to get their hands on the next generation of compact tractors with a tempting new cashback offer available across its B50 Series range.
Cricket fans seeking lunchtime refreshment during the Ashes were greeted by a riot of colour after thousands of flowers were installed to create a series of dazzling displays in a Nottinghamshire
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is offering a number of competitive finance deals on its Amarok models, .Business owners who are interested in Finance Lease* or Contract Hire^^ can purchase an Amarok
Some Stump Grinders are over complicated – not so models in the Toro STX range which offer reliable performance day-in, day-out – clearing tree stumps in minutes with minimal effort. The Toro Dingo TX-style control system
A host of improvements to the walk-behind EvenSprey 250 from Vitax Supaturf make the new Club model a must-have for grounds professionals keen to apply fertilisers and other turf treatments
Work on a £10m state-of-the-art venue began in Harrogate, which will give event organisers across the UK an exciting new venue. The Yorkshire Agricultural Society (YAS) began demolition of exhibition
Wessex International has introduced a new push broom suitable for a wide range of industrial, groundscare and agricultural uses. The BroomEx Pro-240 2.4m designation indicates the 2.4m sweeping width (94”
Second-year engineering undergraduate students from Oxford University, studying Engineering Science, had a recent tour of the Ariens Company factory in Great Haseley, Oxfordshire. The visit offered students the opportunity to
Homebase Managing Director Echo Lu has joined the line-up for the HTA Garden Futures Conference which takes place on 30 September at Heythrop Park in Oxfordshire. Described as an ‘agent for positive
Complete Weed Control’s head office staff and local teams from all over the country headed to Alicante in Spain recently for the company’s annual conference. Titled Responding to Change, this
Exac-One will be displaying their full range of attachments at this year’s Game fair including their new Grab-n-Drive post driver. The Grab N Drive is the latest concept in post
Horticultural students and apprentices from across the nation have taken part in three knockout heats over the past few months, both run by the Association of Professional Landscapers. The most recent
Members of the HTA & APL have come away from this year’s RHS Flow Show Tatton Park, winning medals for their floral displays and gardens. In the Floral Marquee, Broadleigh
BALI designers, contractors and affiliate (supplier) members are celebrating today after winning medals and ‘Best Garden’ awards at this year’s RHS Flower Show Tatton Park. BALI Registered Contractor Greenbelt Landscapes,
Sam Colman, Sales Manager for British Sugar TOPSOIL, demonstrated a flair for go-kart racing when he won the BALI East Anglia Region ‘Beast in the East’ go-kart challenge recently as
A north west timber products business has become the sole UK supplier of mandioqueira, a South American tropical hardwood used for decking. Silva Timber Products owners Nick Taylor and Simon
Recognising the outstanding work of its approved installers and in an effort to provide even more practical support, Natural Paving Products (UK) Ltd has employed Craig Brook, a time-served hard
This is the second growing season for the trees planted by Grace Landscapes on the 5 hectares surrounding the biggest Dairy processing development in Europe, at ARLA, Aston Clinton, Aylesbury.
ALB Plants Limited are a retail and wholesale plant nursery (cash & carry) based in Buckinghamshire. Their clients are garden designers, landscapers, landscape architects, developers, builders, golf clubs and councils. Their
BALI statement on the Chancellor’s Summer Budget 2015 ‘This is headlined as a budget for working people, which means that it will inevitably impact on the country’s wealth creators, i.e.
After nearly a month of preparation works, the new 3G pitch is ready to be laid this week by SIS Pitches for National League One team, Rosslyn Park. They are
Councils and contractors looking for a no-nonsense, robust flail mower for the maintenance of grassland and roadside verges should seriously consider the Wessex SF Series. The range comprises four models
A LEADING nursery in Hereford has re-opened its Management Trainee Programme. Wyevale Nurseries’ two year, in-house programme covers all areas of the business and the company is calling for people
Following the chancellor’s budget statement yesterday, the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is delighted to hear that that there are moves afoot to relax the Sunday Trading Laws in order to
Simon Richard Ltd report increasing sales of both their Reform Metrac bank tractors, (safe for working at up to 45 degree angles) and Shibaura SG280 Slope mowers, (rated for safe
The Landscape show have released some outstanding statistics about the lead up to this years show 50% increase in stand space from last year 200 companies already booked
Soil surveys undertaken since 2009 by soil and landscape consultancy Tim O’Hare Associates have provided an insight to the use of land in and around London that is managed by
Moss, weeds, dust, debris, snow and ice can all compromise a surface, whether for sports or parking cars, it is important that a surface continues to do the job throughout
Classen has announced the introduction of optional solid tines for the RA21 aerator. This gives the groundsman the choice of hollow or solid tines, depending on their preference for the
The no-nonsense BLEC PBR80 Power Box Rake the ideal tool. The multi-use, quick fit machine can do it all in one pass with a powerful contra rotating tooth rotor penetrating
The University of Sheffield Department of Landscape, Pictorial Meadows and Enterprise Rent-A-Car work together to bring sustainable wildflower meadows to urban roundabouts across the country Following a 12-month collaboration with
A total of 16 medals and the coveted ‘Best In Show’ award have been awarded to Rolawn-supported gardens and exhibitors at Hampton Court Flower Show this week. Five Gold medals
Members of the APL group are celebrating their success at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show APL’s success continued this year at Hampton Court continued with an impressive
Moss, weeds, dust, debris, snow and ice can all compromise a surface, whether for sports or parking cars, it is important that a surface continues to do the job throughout
ONE OF THE UK’s leading commercial nurseries based in Hereford has this week (June 23, 2015) won the Best Plant Display Award at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) National Plant Show. Wyevale
The below research, commissioned to mark the launch of the Nectar Business Small Business Awards, also looks at the importance of business names to the success of a business and
Drafix Software, Inc. has announced PRO Landscape Version 21 as the latest release of its industry-leading landscape design software. With the release of Version 21, PRO Landscape enters its third
Connects with up to five local weather stations Hydrawise can adjust your watering schedules automatically based on actual conditions. It’s an ideal piece of kit that ticks all the boxes.
Danequip’s 13 & 15pp grinders use the tried and tested Kohler Command motors giving power and reliability. They can be used for the most difficult jobs as they are fitted
Trade professionals looking for a better way of fixing into decking now have a new solution to their needs thanks to ForgeFix. The business, which ranks as one of the
Award winning topsoil manufacturer, Green-tree has added a new production site to its portfolio of topsoil hubs across the UK. The new site in Scrooby, Doncaster will produce the high
One of Britain’s most recognisable and unique species, the stag beetle (Lucanus cervus) is unfortunately becoming increasingly rare to find. For fifteen years, People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) has
Kite Packaging has launched a range of bags to benefit the landscaping industry. The first product in the range, FIBC bags, are made from woven polypropylene and can be loaded
Godfreys (Sevenoaks) has announced it has taken over assets of Tylers, the Sussex based garden machinery distributor. The acquisition of Tylers provides Godfreys with an established and well respected
The May digital edition of The Landscaper was published on May 18 within five days 7,793 had seen the title ( Issuu) Although of course the vast majority of
Environment – Special Feature The first of two features June and July June will look at machinery and equipment that has been launched that helps the enviroment July will interview landscapers and landscape contractors to
NEW! The Buffalo BPHP2 two-wheel drive and the Buffalo BPHPX2 four-wheel-drive options which can cut, collect or mulch; and with the use of a deflector, cut high grass areas –
African Vision Malawi (AVM) support orphan and vulnerable people (with disabilities, ultra-poor and HIV+) in a rural area in Malawi. Projects through education, clean water, reforestation, health access and self-sufficiency
In an industry, ground-breaking initiative, the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has agreed a three-year partnership with Rigby Taylor in association with its seed-breeding partner Top Green as headline sponsors
Golf tees sink and settle over time, Speedcut re- grade ageing tees and restore them to top condition with their Laser Grade Teams. A major project was carried out at
BLEC Global is pleased to announce the company will be co-presenting Turf Maintenance LIVE at Deeping Rangers FC, Peterborough in May. The new two-day event is an opportunity for showcasing
Shrewsbury Sports Village’s 3G pitch, failed to pass a pitch test to see if it could become FA accredited, All pitches of all sizes must undertake a rigorous testing procedure
Landscape and garden designers are signing up in record numbers for a CPD event to be held at BALI Landscape House, Stoneleigh Park, on 22nd April. Open to all designers,
Glendale has cut operational fuel consumption by 20% by switching to Makita’s 4-stroke blowers, line-trimmers and pole hedge trimmers. “We have cut petrol consumption by 20% since buying Makita 4-stroke
As drought-conscious Californians look for ways to reduce their water consumption, business is blooming for the synthetic turf industry. Chris Hayman of Earth Design Landscape in Redondo Beach said annual
Dennis and SISIS have successfully hosted another series of informative bowling green maintenance seminars with more promised for later this year. Held on March 17 and 18 at the Great
Orange Plant, the European Partner for Carlton Stump Grinders, have appointed M.Large as their Irish dealer for this highly acclaimed machinery. M.Large will stock and sell the products from their
Tamworth based manufacturer, Instarmac Group plc, has been placed in The Sunday Times’ annual ‘Top 100 Best Small Companies To Work For’ list for the sixth time. The top 100
With spaces selling fast growers from across the UK are encouraged to sign up to exhibit at this year’s HTA National Plant Show, sponsored by Hortipak, which takes place at
Tracmaster has announced that Alex Pitt has been promoted to Managing Director Working alongside him on the senior management team is John Bates as Sales Director, Jody Symons as Technical
TrustMark and Age UK have launched a new TrustMark directory to help older people find trusted landscapers more easily. The tool which can be found on Age UK’s website gives
Brighten up the shadier parts of the garden this spring with a rhododendron, the Horticultural Trades Association’s (HTA) Plant of the Month for April2015. Ancient Greek meaning ‘Rose Tree’ the rhododendron
The Landscape Group (TLG) is now owned by idverde the largest landscape construction and maintenance business in France, with a turnover of €280 million employing 3000 staff. The new alliance
Green-tree, the soil arm of Green-tech, has unveiled their new Green-roof brochure this week. The brochure comes at a time when the Green-tree team is experiencing unprecedented interest, orders and
Kelkay has reinforced its position as a leading manufacturer and distributor of aggregates and paving with a £1 million investment in new state of the art machinery. The significant investment,
Polaris maker of the Sportsman ATVs and Ranger UTVs is also taking the lead in the growing popularity of quad racing with the Polaris Factory Racing Team and the company’s
As the General Election campaign kicks off, Britain’s 25 million households are about to be deluged under thousands of tons of leaflets and newsletters from candidates, much of which will
As the appetite for wood fuel has increased over the last few years so has the range of equipment that is available to cut and process it. The Tree-Lopper fills
Take in the scents and colours of the annual ‘Funchal Flower Festival’ with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines 23rd March 2015 Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests the chance to visit
Support from Chorley green services provider Glendale has enabled a humanitarian response charity to deploy a team of arborists to Vanuatu, after the south Pacific island was left devastated by
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles delivered 445,000 urban delivery vans, Transporters and pick-ups to customers all over the world revenue rose to 9.6 billion euros Dr Eckhard Scholz, Chairman of the
The Walled Gardens of Cannington has welcomed snail enthusiast Tom Walker to conduct research in the botanical glasshouse. Tom is currently finding molluscs that live in heated glasshouses in Britain
It’s that age-old question for gardeners – to choose a powerful, noisy petrol lawnmower or a quieter electric one with an awkward power cord. Now they’re being offered a third
Marshalls celebrates Register member success Marshalls has again celebrated the quality and workmanship of its accredited landscape contractors at its prestigious annual award ceremony. The Marshalls Register Awards held at
The big news from Isuzu Truck is t its brand new Euro VI Isuzu 12.00 tonne GVW ‘FORWARD’ . It features a compact overall footprint as well as class-leading carrying
Lateral Design Studio has announced it is offering 20% OFF Jonite stone channel drain covers, manhole covers and tree grates, as they launch a bid to make them as
Can you spot how many differences there are between the two pictures? If you can, just email david@new.landscapermagazine.com with your contact details including daytime telephone number, stating how many differences
Britcom are now AVANT dealers for the range of Compact Wheel Loaders across North, South, East & West Yorkshire The unique articulated chassis design makes Avant an unrivalled machine in
British Wild Flower Plants British Wildflowers grow the largest range of British native species in the UK. With over 300 species represented, they hold millions of plug plants in stock
Terex Finlay have announced the launch of the NEW J-1170AS jaw crusher, the latest in a range of tracked mobile jaw crushers.
The increased popularity of ATV’s and quad bikes to perform all sorts of tasks, often in difficult terrain, had led in recent years to Wessex International’s expansion of their range
Bookings Flood in for SALTEX SALTEX 2015 has seen a huge amount of exhibitor bookings from a wide range of sectors in recent weeks. Companies representing forestry, play, groundscare machinery,
One Leisure, a multi sports complex based in St Ives, deservedly picked up the 2014 IOG Grassroots Sports Grounds Team of the Year. It is a remarkable achievement for head
iGRASS is proving to be ideal for landscapers, as they swap natural grass for its no mess artificial alternative. North-west London landscapers, Outdoor Solutions, have already become firm fans of
Simple Lighting has secured a contract with Easy Connect, the popular French manufacturer of garden lighting solutions. The contract will bring a range of spike and pond lights, floodlights and
National tree week was once again supported by Bridgwater College when students and staff based at its Cannington Centre were busy planting a wide range of trees. Specimen trees were
A wealth of sporting opportunity awaits Midlands schools and clubs since the transformation of two redundant hockey pitches. Sports contractor SIS Pitches signed off the synthetic surfaces this autumn, following
It makes great sense to be able to put STM’S SCAG SWZ Zero-Turn mowers to work outside the grasscutting season. Removing the standard grass-cutting deck and installing a blade takes
Progreen Weed Control in association with Landscape Juice Network’s will be running a programme of regional roadshows in England and Scotland, for anyone who applies pesticides as their job. Aimed
The Association of Professional landscapers (APL) has announced the shortlist for the APL Awards 2015. The annual awards ceremony, sponsored by Bradstone, takes place on Friday 13 March at The
The 1st round of the FA Cup recently made its debut on a 3G artificial pitch between Maidstone and Stevenage with synthetic surface maintenance specialists Replay Maintenance playing a key
The most recent exhibitors to confirm their presence at SALTEX are Kubota, Lely (UK) and Rigby Taylor. As one of the UK’s leading supplier of products for the improvement, maintenance
Practicality Brown’s Elveden Instant Hedge helped Patrick Collins recreate his Chelsea Garden at St George’s Hospital for First touch – a charity that supports sick and premature babies at St
To see the full range of education on offer visit the BTME website or contact the BIGGA Learning and Development team on 01347 833800 (option 3). www. btme.org.uk/education/seminars/ Turf Managers’
Etesia rounded of another successful year by inviting a group of UK dealers to its Wissembourg headquarters in France to provide an insight into the past, present and future of
Isuzu’s sales grew at double the rate of the overall pick-up market (33.7% versus 15%), ensuring the brand finished the year third overall in terms of total sales and number
Mitox professional brushcutters (formerly Kawasaki) are now offered at lower prices in 2015 than you would have paid for the equivalent Kawasaki brushcutter in 2014, you can add to this
On display at LAMMA 2015 the full-size Ranger Diesel 1000 and Ranger Diesel 1000 Crew. The Ranger Diesel is a favourite hard-working vehicle amongst farmers and anyone who uses diesel
In 1994 ELIET introduced the Super Prof shredder – one of the most reliable and highly efficient shredders the market has seen. The launch of the NEW Super Prof builds
Jiyoung Kim, who is studying for an MA Garden Design, has been shortlisted for the Student Award from the Society of Garden Designers – the only professional association for garden
GreenMech, supported by dealers Orange Plant opened up their Alcester factory and gave demonstrations of some of their most popular equipment. Managing Director of GreenMech, Jonathan Turner, welcomed the press
David Green arrived at Southport and Ainsdale Golf Club with the Airforce Scamper Terralift machine to contribute to the end of year maintenance, at the behest of Course Manager, Tony
Balmers GM Ltd, the agricultural and groundcare equipment suppliers in Lancashire have recently completed a major move from their Trafalgar Street, Burnley premises to a large purpose-built complex in Dunnockshaw,
C.R.Willcocks, one of the west country’s largest farm and garden machinery retailers, has cause for double celebration. Their open day on November 20th marked the fifty years since the Devon
As SALTEX begins a new era in 2015 with a new venue, a new date enhanced educational opportunities and the inclusion of the IOG’s annual Industry Awards, anticipation is already
Hanson Formpave’s permeable paving was the ideal choice to complete an exclusive development of five homes in Ubley, near Bristol. The development has been built to a high specification and
Building Contractors, Harris Construction based near Exeter, Devon has purchased its first new compact excavator in the guise of a Volvo EC27C from Volvo’s utility dealer for the south west
During winter & early spring, worm casts are one of the main things that really frustrate gardeners who love their lawns. After a hot, dry summer which creates more thatch
OSC, distributor of self-drilling fasteners and screws, has introduced the new CAMO Marksman Edge hidden fastener solution, specifically designed to tackle decking projects with awkward corners or angles. Handheld and
Duncan Ross sportsturf construction and drainage contractors has completed a major project to install drainage and renovate the pitches at Lancashire based Bolton RUFC. Four years ago Bolton RUFC would
SIS pitches has been appointed by Dundee United Football Club to install a new￡300,000 state-of-the-art 3G pitch at the Club’s Gussie Park. The company has manufactured and fitted both synthetic
Managers from UK railways commissioned the trial of the Weed-IT system with a view to actively reducing the reliance on older blanket spraying of contact products. Key requirements for the
Slurry, snow, standing water, mud and slush, it’s all the same to a SweepEx push broom. It’s all about performance and you can sweep up to 450 miles before changing
National green services provider, Glendale, has called for the general public to be involved more in the future of parks. The company has witnessed a decline in spend on parks
A Kawasaki FJ180D is the latest exhibit to go on show at the British Lawnmower Museum, where it is showcasing leading-edge technology. The museum in Southport, Merseyside traces the development
DART, the Disaster Arborist Response Team, is now equipped with Makita chainsaws ready to deliver humanitarian aid and rescue services anywhere in the world. Wherever a natural climatic disaster occurs,
Makita has introduced a four-model range of rugged petrol generators for off-site power operations. These reliable and durable generators are powered by a heavy duty OHV 4-stroke engine that fully
For the reduction of woody waste on difficult to get to locations and steep embankments, the award-winning SAFE-Trak models from GreenMech stand out alone. They are the first products of
Lewes based Tree Surgeons and Landscapers R.W Green are fortunate to have an Orange Plant depot nearby to cater for the majority of their machinery needs, especially on the tree
Cambridge United FC have purchased a Dennis G860 professional mower complete with a range of interchangeable cassettes to maintain the high standards set by award winning head groundsman Ian Darler.
The grounds at Boringdon Hall Hotel, the seductive manor house in Devon, have recently been redeveloped. The premises has a stunning new landscape consisting of paving supplied by Tobermore. The
Investors in people (IIP) is the UK’s leading accreditation for business improvement through people management and provides a wealth of resources for businesses to innovate, improve and grow, with a
The new WiFi RF from RF Solutions, offers the freedom of controlling outdoor appliances from a mobile phone. The compact radio transceiver is quick to setup and allows a simple,
The Scotts Company has combined the Scotts Miracle-Gro and Scotts Solus Brands sales teams to create one overall Sales Force. The combined team, comprising more than 50 people directly involved
Tracmaster, a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of landscaping and groundcare machinery based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Founded in 1984, this family-run business,
A grower of Christmas Trees tasked SCH (Supplies) with designing and building a large capacity unit for quick and efficient watering of many rows of trees . The 900 litre
Tracmaster have announced the launch of the new CAMON LS14 lawn scarifier, which is now available Designed and manufactured in the UK and based on the popular CAMON professional scarifier,
ECHO’s CS-280TES top handle chainsaw is built for professionals. It has been ergonomically designed to provide operators with control and manoeuvrability whilst maintaining a high degree of comfort – even
Reform Werke have announced the introduction to the UK market of their compact Metrac H8 X tractor, which the company say, delivers the combination of power, productivity and reduced emissions
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is launching a national ecological initiative to commemorate 20 years of business in the UK. In partnership with local authorities, as well as with the University of Sheffield’s
Sandiway Golf Club of Northwich Cheshire recently took delivery of an FD2200 out-front mower with collection. Commenting on the purchase Mr Brian Taylor, Course Manager said, we looked and evaluated
Stonemarket showcased its range of landscaping products to over 80 garden designers and installers, at an exclusive event last week. The event walked visitors through Stonemarket’s full range of patio
With the opening of ground-breaking new building The Core, Newcastle’s multi-million pound Science Central development is established as a new quarter of the city centre. The Core provides contemporary office
Gregor Campbell, is joining doctors this autumn to warn landscapers who have asthma or a weak immune system to be on alert for a deadly fungus that lurks in compost
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Tracmaster has announced the launch the new CAMON LS14 lawn scarifier, designed and manufactured in the UK it is based on the popular CAMON LS42 professional scarifier, this lighter model
Practicality Brown specialise in the supply of quality specimen and semi mature screening trees offering immediate impact on any landscape project. At their nursery, they stock a wide range of
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Suitable for tractors, with a power class between 150 and 250 HP, the Seppi Star soil tiller and stone crusher, is equipped with a new traction system that simplifies work
Formerly a service facility for the 2012 Olympics, Drapers Field was redesigned by Kinnear Landscape Architects (KLA) as a vibrant community space, improving sport and play provision and encouraging more
Shrewsbury has been crowned the Champion of Champions of this year’s Britain in Bloom. The town was given the Royal Horticultural Society title at an awards ceremony yesterday , marking
Opinion Later this month employees from Glendale Liverpool will descend upon Liverpool town hall to receive awards for their commitment to Glendale as part of a prestigious event. Paul Cosgrove
Seventy-five percent of the Polaris Ranger line-up will have performance upgrades and restyling, based on the line’s flagship the Ranger XP900. The first Rangers to receive the new treatment is
One of the top boys’ boarding schools in the country, Tonbridge School, in Kent, has added to its Toro machinery fleet with a new Reelmaster 5410. The new machine has
Green-tech is celebrating 20 years in the landscaping industry. Founded by Richard and Rachel Kay in 1994 with a second hand van, £200 and an office in their house, Green-tech
The STRI recently hosted an Open Day event to highlight some of the research and trial work they are currently conducting. Campey Turf Care Systems have submitted the Imants SandCat
The next issue of The Landscaper will contain a special editorial feature on artificial grass. Over the last 10 years ( as long as I have been editor of The
British Sugar TOPSOIL has declared the past year its best ever for sales. In the year to September 2014, the company supplied 240,000 tonnes of BS 3882:2007 topsoil to projects
Alan Abel, a Complete Weed Control franchisee for over 30 years tackles this sixty-four thousand dollar question as we have been treated to an exceptional weather run, which looks set
Heavy duty, no frills or things to go wrong, Wessex CountryLine FL flail mowers have a reputation as very tough performers. For control of dense vegetation, long grass and woodland
Greenfingers the small national charity dedicated to creating gardens in children’s hospices across the UK, opened its 44th garden last week at Little Havens( Hospice in Essex. A fully accessible
It has just been announced by the show organisers that over 71% of space from LANDSCAPE 2014 has been re-sold for 2015. LANDSCAPE is gearing up to be one of
Sam Marles, proprietor of Sam Marles Plant Hire based at Woodbury Salterton near Exeter has endorsed his initial experiences dealing with Volvo’s utility dealer Plant & Engineering Services two years
Sherriff Amenity has announced that it is now offering the Fortetub range of twin walled tree shelters exclusively to the UK market. The Fortetub range enhances plant survival on all
Armed Forces veterans attending Gardening Leave’s horticultural therapy project at Auchincruive near Ayr will find it easier to sow seeds and plant vegetables soon, thanks to ISS Facility Services Landscaping.
The Gianni Ferrari 2-side reach arm hedgecutter offers a real alternative to the common flail models. It brings with it an environmentally friendly approach to controlling hedgerows. A sickle bar
Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Lancashire, has recently undergone an amazing transformation following a £16.5 million redevelopment project delivered by construction firm, Wilmott Dixon. Tobemore, the world class paving and walling manufacturer,
A 100% natural solution to halting the catastrophic decline in Britain’s wildflower meadows that has seen more than 90% lost in the past 65 years is launched at London’s Landscape
IF YOU WERE NOT ABLE TO JOIN THE CROWDS AT THIS YEARS LANDSCAPE SHOW IN BATTERSEA THE LANDSCAPER MAGAZINE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH A FULL REPORT ON ALL THE NEW
Worsley Plant will be holding Demo Days in Liverpool, showcasing a range of products from some of leading suppliers: MB, Lehnhoff, Remu and Rotar. These include: * ROTAR’s range of
Next month we will be bringing you more information DynaSCAPE Software company’s products and services. In the meantime take a while to look at this video
A new third generation (3G) artificial grass pitch (AGP) has opened at the Clifton Campus of Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for the benefit of students and the community. The university
Worsley Plant have conducted a video experiment to show potential customers why they should consider a Remu Screening Bucket to replace their existing Riddle Bucket. The video demonstrates just how
Billy Goat KD512 SP estate vacuum. Purchased in 2003 but little used. Perfect working order. £550 o.n.o. Please call 01423 873446
Bryn Meadows Golf, Hotel and Spa near Caerphilly has invested £300,000 in a comprehensive fleet of new John Deere golf course maintenance equipment from South Wales dealer Frank Sutton. The
Fifty One BALI members out of 77 who entered over 100 entries have won awards in this year’s BALI National Landscape Awards in association with Horticulture Week and headline sponsor
GIANNI FERRARI sales in the UK are reaching new levels in the face of difficult financial constraints across the markets – not least in the public sector. Feedback from customers
Pic below: JCB Chairman Lord Bamford marks the start of work on JCB’s new £30 million golf course. Work has started on an ambitious scheme to create a £30 million
The 2014 Sustainable Green Infrastructure Conference at the British Library Conference Centre on 23 October 2014 will demonstrate how European Green Capital 2013 – NANTES – has turned adversity to
It is 2 weeks until the LANDSCAPE Show will open its doors in Battersea Park, London on the 23rd & 24th September. Supported by over 170 companies and displaying everything
Rigby Taylor launched its own branded range of fertilizer spreaders for the sports turf industry at this year’s SALTEX. The range comprises of two hopper capacity sizes of 36kg and
Slips and trips account for the majority of major injuries in the workplace As an example of the scale of injuries, throughout 2013 there were 78,222 reported non-fatal injuries to
The Landscape Group has added to its collection of Etesia pedestrian mowers by recently purchasing a range of PRO 46 PBE push and PBTS self-propelled models. The mowers, which are
ONE OF the UK’s leading nurseries in Hereford has unveiled a new plant. Eucomis ‘Pineapple Princess Glitter’ is new and exclusive to Wyevale Nurseries and was bred by New World
Robert Field, a long-standing contracting member of the British Association of Landscape Industries, has been elected as the Association’s National Chairman, taking over from Q Lawns’ Chris Carr who remains
Gianni Ferrari launched the new Turbo Z 322 Diesel – and a re-styled version of the Turbo 4. The new Turbo Z 322 D has many additional benefits to its
Indoor Garden Design regularly commission Christian Day to produce a number of bespoke plant containers for a wide range of contracts. David Grace is a Director at Indoor Garden Design.
At meeting yesterday the IOG management outlined some of the advantages of moving the Saltex show to the NEC in 2015 after 33 years at Windsor. The NEC is
The 2014 HTA Garden Market Retail Analysis, published this week, shows that the market was slightly down in 2013 with plant sales hardest hit due to the very cold March
SnowEx have been meeting the needs of those dealing with hard North American winters since 1993 There is a complete range of SnowEx salt and grit spreaders, which has rapidly
The Howolis Early Green fleece cover provides winter protection on golf greens. The lawn regenerates better and is game-ready quicker in the spring. The principle is simple: Shortly before the
Makita has introduced more tools for grounds care and horticultural operations that are powered by twin 18v Lithium-ion batteries designed to deliver 36volt performance. Many grounds maintenance professionals and landscapers
GrootGroenPlus 2014 exceeds last years show in terms of activities, exhibitors and pre- registered visitors. The composition of participants is very diverse with over 25% international exhibitors. Around-the-large-green-table sessions, so
Wiedenmann UK has a special offer on blowers and rakes at Saltex. Two of the most effective and quietest blowers on the market are the Wiedenmann Mega Twister and Whisper
Extending the already comprehensive range of seeding machinery from RotaDairon, The Grass Group offers this compact pedestrian propelled seeder – the SEED-CAR. Of particular interest to Landscapers and Turf Professionals
Organised by SAPCA (the Sports and Play Construction Association), The Sports Facility Show, will have the added benefit of including several key speakers that are practising athletes – which offers
Progreen Weed Control Solutions offer advice at Saltex Stand L25 If tough, invasive or frankly unusual weeds are causing you problems then Progreen Weed Control Solutions are on hand for
Turf technology was the theme of the most recent seminar for groundsmen and greenkeepers in the Channel Islands which was organised by Sherriff Amenity. Twenty-five turf professionals representing sports grounds,
Specialist sportsturf contractor SIS Pitches moved on site on 1 August under a fast-track project to returf Glasgow Celtic FC’s match pitch ready for the club’s first game on the
Trimax has released a new video featuring in action the company’s best-selling Pegasus S3 wide-area rotary roller mower, a stalwart of the Trimax mower range since 2001. Published on YouTube
Tildenet is one of the UKs fastest growing textile manufacturers with their own overseas manufacturing subsidiaries. Managing Director Andrew Downey comments “To complement our existing range of products we have
September is a time when some border plants come into their own, just as the rest of your summer flower plants are past their prime. A classic late flowerer is
Fusion Media (Europe) Limited has announced a new strategic partnership with the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) that will include working together on a variety of PR and digital media projects
The Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) has announced that SALTEX will be moving to the NEC Birmingham on the 4th and 5th of November for the 2015 event – which also
Rural theft, including theft of expensive vehicles is on the rise in the UK, with the figures for 2013 up 5.2% on 2012. According to the latest data from NFU
Statues across London and Manchester are telling tales of the past through the voices of recognisable British actors. To hear the talking statues, visitors must swipe their smartphones over signs
An overgrown wasteland beside Bath Carers Centre has been transformed into a peaceful and secluded garden thanks to a generous gift from the BBC One Show and a donation of
With 303 participants already registered this year’s 32nd Plantarium is almost fully booked. A total of 50 foreign companies from 12 different countries have registered. “The number of participants means
Ecoplug Max delivers glyphosate directly into the tree stump, killing its root system and preventing re-growth using a patented method which minimises the risk of herbicide exposure for the operator
The closing date for entries into the annual Marshalls Register Awards is fast approaching on 12 September 2014. The competition is open to all Marshalls Register contractors nationally and is
In about five weeks’ time, the UK’s national trade event for all those working in grounds care, pitches, landscaping, outdoor play and green space management takes place at Windsor Racecourse.
New Holland’s new T3.75F is a versatile and agile machine with a compact and narrow body yet can lift its own weight, at 2.2t on the powerful rear linkage. It’s
John O’Conner provide specialist grounds maintenance services across the UK. The firm have supported their clients and local community groups to achieve 25 Green Flags across their contracts, bringing considerable
Enviromat’s Sedum Roof System is specifically designed for flat and shallow pitch roofs and weighs in at a meagre 44Kg/m² in its water saturated condition. One of the best features
There’s nothing like being outdoors to end the perfect Bank Holiday weekend with the family. Why not pop down to the National Forest Wood Fair this August Bank Holiday Monday
Despite Britain’s van drivers contributing more than £43.8 billion to the UK’s economy, nearly 60% are still being turned down for funding by high street banks, according to a new
Wessex AF flail mowers are built to be towed by an ATV or UTV and they consume large areas of dense vegetation, long grass, brambles and bracken. These are tough
Arbordeck, the complete decking systems has extended its range to include Trex Contour. The Contour composite decking boards, which are fade, stain, scratch, mould and mildew resistant and feature inherent
Post Pullers have recently developed a machine specifically for the safe removal of safety barrier posts. Current common practises include using clamps and chains to remove these posts. This technique
A FORMER World War II bomb proof radar station is proving no match for a state-of-the-art piece of demolition machinery. Durham-based demolition and asbestos removal experts, MGL Demolition are using
Because of the Hungarian climate, pitches there are normally turfed with grass imported from Europe. The Ferencváros Stadium, home to Ferencvárosi TC – one of Hungary’s most popular and successful
The Rabaud Xylo’ Show featured the full range of Rabaud Forestry Equipment – Logsplitters from 6t to 80t, Log-saws, Firewood Processors, Wood chippers, Post Peelers, Post Pointers, Shear grabs all
GLOUCESTER City Council, working in partnership with Amey, has had great success with the planting of Euroflor urban flower meadows and World War One poppy mixes. Now they are planning
Green services provider Glendale was part of a team working to restore a Birmingham park’s ‘hidden gem’ to its former glory, alongside 60 armed service personnel. An island at the
Tottenham Hotspur FC grounds manager Darren Baldwin has chosen a SISIS tractor mounted brush combination of a Zig Zag brush and Flexibcomb which have been fitted to a Twinplay frame
The new Wessex RMX-800 8M Tri-Deck Roller Mower has no electric clutches and the wing control is independent. This means with one wing lifted it can cut gradients from -30°
The head groundsman at Durham School has found a way of getting its main rugby pitch fit and ready for cricket action in the brief gap between seasons. This year
Royal Porthcawl Golf Club has completed a six-year search for the perfect top-dressing in time for this year’s Senior Open Championship. The revered Welsh club, which started its quest due
As the excitement of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil draws to a close, attention is being turned to the competition in four years’ time which will take place in
PSD Groundscare in association with Eliet are offering a limited edition version of the popular Super Prof shredder to mark a special birthday. It has been 20 years since Eliet
The Scotts Miracle-Gro has announced that its subsidiary, The Scotts Company (UK) Limited, has reached an agreement to acquire proprietary brands from Solus Garden and Leisure Limited (in Administration). The
The Association of Landscapers (APL) have announced the sponsors for the 2014 WorldSkills UK competition. Organising partner APL have once again joined forces with Makita UK, Marshalls, Jewson and Greenwood
Q Lawns from Norfolk is using its grassland knowledge to help reverse the catastrophic decline in Britain’s wildflower meadows. Specialists at the company have grown a specially developed turf that
MORE THAN 250 turf professionals turned out for the Campey Turf Care Systems Open Day – a record turnout for one of their one-day events. Representatives from a host of
The new Wessex FRX-150H hydraulic Out-Front Flail Mower has been specifically developed in conjunction with Stiga & Ransomes Jacobsen exclusively for their hydraulic power units. This is a mower that
Rochford Garden Machinery has announced the launch of the B3C Fuel Solutions range in the UK. B3C Fuel Solutions LLC is a manufacturer of environmentally friendly products and solutions for
ZipLevel, which has proved to be ideal for garden designers, surveyors, landscapers, architects, and contractors has been short listed for SGD Product of the Year 2014 ZIPLEVEL Is a light-weight,
Enviromat’s Sedum Roof System is specifically designed for flat and shallow pitch roofs and weighs in at a meagre 44Kg/m² in its water saturated condition. One of the best features
More than a thousand items will be sold at Ritchie Bros Donington Park auction on Tuesday July 15th. The unreserved public auction, held next to the famous racing circuit in
The Landscaper team visited the world’s biggest flower show at Hampton Court to record the themes and ideas for 2014 and check out the winners.. full 10 page report and
Galabau is the biggest trade show for the land industry in Europe with more than 62,000 trade visitors and a staggering 1,200 exhibitors spread across 13 halls. David Curtis jets
This year’s summer programme at the Autostadt in Wolfsburg Germany, home of VW, will be a celebration of everything British. British landscape design creates an inviting atmosphere for guests to
PSD Groundscare in association with Eliet are offering a limited edition version of the popular Super Prof shredder to mark a special birthday. It has been 20 years since Eliet
Bunkers are often less than 2% of a golf course’s playing area but can represent over 25% of maintenance costs. So it makes sense to minimise the costs by replacing
Redwood Stone has decided after a break of seven years to offer its unique range of Kingfisher Ornamental Stone for sale in its entirety. All Moulds and Masters have been
A growing number of designers are now turning from wood to grass – aka bamboo. Bamboo is gaining this new popularity for a number of reasons. Aesthetically it is quite
One of Britain’s great footballing cities has expanded its club and community provision for the national game. SIS Pitches has just completed the installation of its Soccer Pro 60 3G
The Association of Landscapers (APL) have announced the sponsors for the 2014 WorldSkills UK competition. Organising partner APL have once again joined forces with Makita UK, Marshalls, Jewson and Greenwood
After you’ve felled a 125ft tall triple stem Lime tree the resultant stump needs the best equipment to clear it away and John Stenning of Canadian Roots Tree Surgery always
Commenting on the Heritage Lottery Fund ‘State of UK Parks 2014’ report Mark Camley, Chairman of The Parks Alliance – the newly formed voice of UK parks, which brings together
Deco-Pak, supplier of aggregates and landscaping products, has confirmed that it is has further invested in its stock and transport systems, to ensure even higher levels of service and customer
Oak View Landscapes kicks off its 10th anniversary celebrations in style on the back of new contracts secured to the value of £700,000 during May and June 2014. Oak View
Fairweather’s Nursery is celebrating winning the Plant Selfies Photography Competition launched at this year’s HTA National Plant Show. As part of the show’s 5th birthday celebrations exhibitors were asked to
A road-legal electric truck, created by a company which made its name in Formula 1 car design, is now available in the UK. The Flex L3 is compact and nimble
The great thing about creating a green roof is that there are so many ways this can be achieved. A complex roof garden requires incredibly careful construction in order to
Penter, the paving brand of Wienerberger, provider of wall, roof and landscaping innovations, has welcomed Nick Rudham as its new national sales manager, following the launch of the brand in
Wessex AR rotary mowers have proved themselves to be robust and durable machines, ideal for private estates, farms and studs. Available in 1.2m, 1.5m, and 1.8m working widths and with
“With the new 525 series we’ve looked to cover all aspects of professional brushcutting and trimming applications, resulting in a low weight but incredibly sturdy and ergonomic range of models.
Horticulturists worldwide are invited to join a VIP tour of the spectacular Qingdao International Horticultural Expo and exclusive access to key plant and flower producers in China. The International Association
A new design for the John Deere X300 Select Series range of lawn tractors has been introduced to coincide with this year’s launch of the new X310 model. The bonnets
First quarter UK orders for playgrounds and play equipment fell to an eight year low in 2014, according to the Association of Play Industries (API). API member companies reported £42
A chapter in the 26-year history of Moors Valley Country Park near Ringwood closed recently with the retirement of Pam Martin after 16 years of service. Familiar to thousands of
JCB achieved its third most profitable year in its 68-year history in 2013, the company announced today. Earnings stood at £313 million on an EBITDA basis (2012: £365 million) on
WOLF-Garten has created a new star rating system for its Power Cut System Series loppers. The range uses an improved cutting head technology which better transforms applied strength into maximum
Etesia UK, the UK distributor of Pellenc battery-powered tools has announced it will now offer a three year commercial warranty as standard. The warranty is an extension of the normal
The Dykes family, recent stars of BBC’s Lambing Live needed to replace their existing UTV. They had a number of machines on demonstration for several days but chose the new
Kris Heard worked for Zigma Ground Solutions for seven years. After two years of sustained growth at Zigma Kriss was promoted to Sales Director Europe. Kris has now founded his
An architectural and garden lighting company has won a month of priceless, one-to-one business mentoring from former Dragons’ Den investor and Yo! Sushi founder, Simon Woodroffe, thanks to Volkswagen Commercial
May 14th 2014 10am – 4.30pm GGM have all the biggest names in groundscare, – their Field Day is the perfect opportunity to come and see them up-close and in
Wild flowers are on public display in Guernsey for the first time, as a tribute to those who died in the First World War. ‘Flowers of Flanders,’ which will be
Turf needs to be resilient to sometimes rough regular use, good to move on and look at, yet all the while simple and cost effective to maintain. Maxstim Sport Plus
By using the technique of koro-ing, which is common in sports pitch renovation, but still rarely used on golf courses, Course Manager Richard (Richie) McGlynn of Blumisberg Golf Can Country
Travis Perkins has launched a new Inspirational Gardens & Driveways brochure with new products, photography and advice. Backed by Travis Perkins’ heritage of providing heavyside and timber products, the new
With its Toro Quad-Steer system and suggestive 360 suffix to its Groundsmaster name, it is clear that the Groundsmaster 360 is targeting those seeking a really manoeuvrable mower. It is,
Bath Rugby Club has recently added a Martin Lishman Compact Sprayer to the extensive range of equipment at their well-known ground ‘The Rec’. Darren Ball, Head Groundsman at the club,
Replay Rejuvenation, Aquatrax and Replay Revive are all industry leading processes that have helped shape modern techniques for synthetic sport surface maintenance. Now, the company has made another strive forward
Husqvarna Group is celebrated its first 325 years of innovative Swedish engineering. on April 27 The Group has a fascinating manufacturing history, from weapons to robotic mowers. Since starting out
Green-tech and Lytag have joined forces in an effort to further increase their environmental credentials by working together in a supply agreement around the Hortag brand of lightweight secondary aggregate.
Bunkers are a regular clubhouse talking point – often as a negative one – Sherriff Amenity now offers something that will raise their profile favourably and be a useful course
The excellent new RHS web site contains more than 6,000 pages of content (excluding all the plant details pages which takes it to over 225,000!), 35,000 images and hundreds of
Andy Sturgeon Landscape and Garden Design has been commissioned to design three new roof gardens for London’s iconic Battersea Power Station working as a consultant to design, environment and sustainability
Japanese Knotweed comes with a fearful reputation and, given the damage it can cause and the inconvenience and costs it can incur,this is not without some substance. David Layland describes
Expert advice on how to optimise biodiversity on solar farms is being launched today at Kew Gardens by the BRE National Solar Centre (BRE NSC). The guidance has been authored
Rolawn have teamed up with the world famous Sir Harold Hillier Gardens in Romsey Hampshire, to provide a new lawn as part of an extension to the Winter Garden. David
The recent mix of warmth, sunshine and lighter rain have combined in most parts of the country to promote rapid growth of vegetation. If you have an ATV/UTV, or a
Garden centres were reporting record trading over the holiday with plants and garden sundries sales particularly strong. Simon Fraser of Ben Reid Garden Centre in Aberdeen reported that they had
Laurica Plants are widely regarded as one of Europe’s premier laurel nurseries. The bay trees grown at their Belgian nursery attracts many landscape architects and garden designers to see and
Alexander Tredwell is a new specialist recruitment consultancy operating in the Horticultural Industry and specialising in the Garden Retail, Landscape and Amenity, Commercial Horticulture and Garden Industry Supply Chain sectors.
A range of Etesia mowers, including two new Duocut RMHB 46cm pedestrian mowers, are helping to maintain the green space areas surrounding and including Durham university – the UK’s third
The Wessex ProLine STC is three machines in one. It’s ’s a sweeper collector that picks up litter and leaves in parkland and amenity areas. It becomes a flail collector,
UK importer Pro Mach Environmental is currently demonstrating the new remote control slope mower Ferri 4 cylinder 50 Hp diesel engine iCut4 to amenity contractors, internal drainage boards and Environment
It’s that time of year when the shift in landscaping is changing to that of maintenance, seed planting and weed control. Green-tech has just launched their Spring catalogue, packed with
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is launching a flagship programme – Conifers for Colleges– to involve forestry students in research into the species which will ensure a healthy UK timber
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Ormiston Wire supplied the wire tree supports necessary to provide stability for 4,000 trees as they developed their roots, contributing to a massive planting programme that played a fundamental part
The Scari-Brush Groomer is the latest addition to the SCH (Supplies) range of artificial and natural sports surface maintenance machines. The two wheeled unit comprises of two brushes, the first
STIHL brushcutters can be fitted with the appropriate cutting tool for mowing small areas of grass to thinning out overgrown thickets. The models with the STIHL 4-MIX engine produce significantly
The Landscape Blade is a precision brush cutter with two circular blades and sharpened teeth which use a scissor action to deliver a quick clean cut to grass, scrub and
ROBOMOW has been designed especially for grass maintenance specialists seeking an mowing machine and offers a productive and cost-effective option for those keen to enter the remote control mowing market
The last time I visited the picturesque town of Ludlow I had a deservedly junior job on Farmers Weekly – my main port of call was the thriving livestock market.
Ease of maintenance, speed and quality of cut have all been cited as good reasons to look into Wessex ProLine RMX roller mowers. Existing users of the Wessex machines say
Bradley Demolition, one of the North West’s premier demolition services, have enjoyed time, cost and diesel savings on recent projects by adding a selection of market leading Rotar demolition attachments
AH Plant Hire continues to make a significant investment in choosing Volvo compact excavators having just added a further nine machines to its fleet. Managing Director Andrew Heaton has continued
The Kent-based, family-run building contractor, R Durtnell & Sons Limited, the oldest construction business in the UK, has bought the company’s first excavator, a new Bobcat E25 model, from Bobcat
Cat poo has been voted the nation’s top gardening annoyance – according to a new survey. The poll by online gardening retailer, GardeningExpress.co.uk quizzed more than 600 shoppers about their
Hugh Bunting goes back 34 years as a Landscaping & Habitat Manager, looking after 350 acres of landscaping and green space on the non-operational external areas around Manchester Airport His
Postpullers (UK) design and manufacture a range of machines for the easy removal of all kinds of posts. From fence posts to street signs, gateposts to motorway barriers, their new
Ultrascape, a brand of the Instarmac Group, has developed Flowpoint Smooth – the third variation of their award-winning flowable grout, Flowpoint. For over 25 years, Flowpoint has been exceeding the
Weed control is an easy task with an SCH ATV/Quad mounted sprayer (Q4PS). A 70 litre capacity tank fits neatly onto the vehicles storage bars. The sprayer has an integral
London major Boris Johnson will announce today a massive new development that will enhance the lives of Londoners and make a significant contribution to the halt of global warming. From
Rolawn’s Medallion Turfmaster 1300 rolls have been used as part of a major restoration programme at two of Edinburgh’s most famous city centre gardens. Edinburgh City Council appointed specialist contractor
Breakthrough aerospace technology has turned science fiction into reality, and Earthwatch has announced their most exciting expedition ever – a scientific research expedition to Mars in search of water and
The British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) and People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) have announced that their joint submission for a hedgehog-friendly garden has been selected as one of this
The latest professional pole-saw recently added to the expanding Makita Outdoor Power Equipment range extends telescopically to enable branches up to five metres above ground to be lopped with ease.
One of France’s leading racecourses has purchased the Imants Shockwave Saint-Cloud Racecourse covers an area of 75 hectares and is situated right in the heart of Paris – the only
If you need to cut rough, long grass, take a look SCH (Supplies) Ltd new Field Topper. With a single blade featuring wing tips, the unit is powered by a
Natratex is a leading product from the Bituchem range of hard landscaping materials, providing a natural looking finish with all the durability of regular asphalt. A clear binder developed by
LDA Design has been appointed to develop the landscape design proposals for the second phase of the 39-acre Battersea Power Station Development . Working as a consultant to LDA Design,
Over 230,000 people flocked to the Cheltenham Word Cup this year to enjoy the four days of racing. The concentration of such a crowd in one place over those days
Adrian Fisher is the world’s leading innovator and creator of mazes of all kinds, full of challenges, discovery and fun. Since 1979, we have been transforming the traditional idea of
Green-tech have unveiled three new catalogues and their latest Growing News newsletter. Catalogues have been launched for gtSpecifier, the urban landscape specification arm of the business; Green-tree soils, the soil
A new development by Oxley and Ballymore, in the Royal Docks area, will create a new town centre complete with 3,385 new riverside homes including 310 new townhouses. There will
Designed and developed in collaboration with experts in sports, nutrition and general well-being, over 30 individual units offering specific multi-discipline fitness benefits available in a range of colour combos are
McConnel is showcasing the latest advances in verge mowing, hedge-cutting, cultivation and remote control technology at a three-day EXPO where 55 of its best-selling machines will go on display. Highlights
Japanese Knotweed Control has recruited an experienced professional from outside the industry as it looks to enhance its project management efficiency following continued growth. Robert Gibbs joins the Cheshire-based company
One of the UK’s largest car supermarkets is selling the Chinese-made DFSK Loadhopper for an incredible £4,999 Available in a variety of colours, the charismatic minivan was awarded a ‘Highly
DMMP Limited, the UK distributor of Chapin, has announced two new sprayer models The NEW 63800 sprayer, the new 6 inch Wide Mouth opening has a 50% wider opening with
The Convertible mower is a world unique design, allowing one machine to cut wide open areas as a traditional zero turn rider mower but also at the push of a
Flood waters can create compaction panning due to the weight of the water laying on the surface before it dissipates. Fracturing and fissuring the soil using the Terralift machine will
Landcraft Grass Machinery in Dublin is a successful business providing machinery sales and service to professionals responsible for the maintenance of amenity and sports turf facilities in Ireland. In conjunction
SCH (Supplies) Ltd have adopted some cheeky little mini Shetland ponies. Known as ‘The Gangsters’ Ronnie, Patch and Reggie ( l-r ) .the ponies dwell at Redwings Horse Sanctuary in
It takes many years of planning, cultivating and nurturing to produce a crop of high quality turf. However the key challenge is to ensure timely delivery to the customer, given
Pansies and violas are two of the most popular bedding plants and are great for filling the gaps in borders once you have cleared away bedraggled or dead plants. Their
RHS Garden Rosemoor, in partnership with the Dartmoor Chilli Farm, will host the county’s first-ever chilli festival with a whole weekend dedicated to the world of chillies. Devon Chilli Fiesta
LANDSCAPE returns to Battersea Park on the 23rd & 24th September 2014 and is already shaping up to be the biggest and best event yet. The show organisers have made
Stephen Parker’s Norfolk based team creates bespoke fountains, urns, sculpture and furniture, stone gates, balustrading and swimming pools. The company also sell from stock and offer sale bargains. After the
Auto Styling Truckman, has launched the UK’s only collapsible pick-up truck racking system after striking a European distribution agreement with its US inventor, DeeZee. The Invis-A-Rack Cargo Management System is
Monsanto celebrates a unique milestone in 2014 – 40 years as market leader in glyphosate herbicides. Roundup, which has set industry standards for weed control, was first introduced in 1974
The 24th edition of GrootGroenPlus will be held from 1 – 3 October 2014 Last year an app was especially developed for the trade fair. This year, special attention has
Jewson, has generously donated sandbags to the Nuneaton Wildlife Sanctuary after the recent wet weather has resulted in flooding leaving the animals in uncomfortable wet conditions. The Nuneaton Wildlife Sanctuary
Pellenc have launched ‘Lumenion’ – a mobile, self-powered LED floodlight, sold exclusively in the UK by Etesia. Pellenc have developed a global environmental approach for many years, with a desire
A highly effective, eco-friendly alternative to the sandbag has been invented and is on sale now. Two products – the Hydrosack and Hydrosnake – create a highly efficient barrier to
Scientists at Aberystwyth University’s Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS), are working with partners at Rothamsted Research North Wyke in Devon to develop new grasses that enable grassland
THE PICTURED MOGGY HAS TAKEN TO THE RAFTERS OF A WELL KNOWN COMMERICAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY IN SUSSEX. A NUMBER OF ATTEMPTS TO LURE THE ANNIMAL DOWN HAVE FAILED.
Wessex ProLine RMX professional roller mowers have steadily built a loyal following for cutting sports pitches, playing fields, golf courses and council maintained amenity areas. In fact they are working
Turf industry marketer and commentator Ellie Parry’s social media talent has been recognised by Golf Course Industry magazine in the United States. She received an award for best use of
Knoll Gardens lost its stunning Monterey Pine along with the garden’s tallest tree, the amazing Eucalyptus chapmaniana. Both were listed on Knoll’s tree trail that features a selection of the
Birstall Garden Centre in Leicester is encouraging its shoppers to get involved with National Nest Box Week (NNBW) to help give homes to breeding birds in time for spring. National
Groundsmen looking for low maintenance bedding options for parks, roundabouts and golf courses should try some of Limagrain UK’s Colour Splash range of decorative flower mixtures. These provide long-lasting low-cost
The BirdMat is a simple and effective way of helping to attract and feed a wide range of wild birds. A bio-degradable mat that is pre-seeded with a blend of
PICTURE TAKEN FROM RICHMOND ON LAST SATURDAY SHOWING THE MOUNTAINS ON THE MOON AND STRANGE LIGHTS ABOVE THE SURFACE
If you are working on a high end project that requires a deck to be fitted, you may want to consider using the Ipe boards supplied by Round Wood of
Green-tree, a trading style of Green-tech ltd is in the process of unveiling its new distinctive branding. Green-tree is the soils and growing-media arm of Green-tech, supplying high end topsoil,
Overseeding the greens at Lancashire based, Clitheroe Golf Club has proved to be a very wise move for Course manager Andrew Geddes. He took the decision to purchase a Vredo
This year has already provided the headache of waterlogging for many sportsturf managers.Terrain Aeration continue to provide solutions to this problem as they have done since 1998. One fine example
Record breaking winds are providing much needed additional revenues to hundreds of landowners who have installed power generating turbines on their land, according to a leading supplier of farm-scale wind
Choosing pots in erratic weather is difficult – it is important to protect plants from wind, harsh sunlight and drying out, as well as guarding against root damage caused by
Tony Draper Plant Hire of Combe Martin, North Devon have broken with tradition and purchased their first Volvo EC27C compact excavator from Volvo’s utility dealer for the south west of
The media has been full of stories about its effects on health, from obesity and diabetes to liver disease. Some stories were exaggerated, but many got it right. It’s hardly
The Telegraph Garden for the 2014 RHS Chelsea Flower Show will be designed by the renowned landscape and garden design partnership, del Buono Gazerwitz. This will be the second time
The Elveden Instant Hedge can solve this problem as it is available to plant all year round and isn’t subject to the usual constraints of the rootball season. Practicality Brown’s
A consistent rise in new vacancies, increased confidence amongst workers, skills shortages in key sectors and a rising cost of living will put pressure on employers to increase pay. Data
Instarmac group plc have introduced i-fix, the company’s new range of repair and maintenance products that can help you this summer maintenance season, and beyond. They have developed a range
Screening buckets are used for the primary selection, screening and separation of natural materials. They are multifunctional tools ideal for separating materials such as top soil, demolition and construction waste,
As communities across the UK continue to be devastated by floods, Marshalls asks why local authorities are not enforcing existing Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) legislation, and questions what is
Etesia UK is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Pellenc dealership – Morris’s Stores based in Rhuddlan North Wales, covering the entire North Wales area.Morris’s Stores was first
Despite a positive outlook for the year ahead, business rates and the cost of utilities remain key obstacles to small business growth plans for 2014, according to the latest research
Five new colleges have joined the RFS Silky Fox Handsaw Awards for 2014 – promoting excellence amongst students. In total 30 colleges offering Level 2 & 3 courses with strong
Hitched to a skidsteer, a traditional category 11 three point hitch, a telehandler or a fork lift truck, a SweepEx broom makes clearing all types of materials a breeze, from
Woodscape has supplied a range of hardwood street furniture to Trafford Borough Council as part of renovation works that saw new council offices and a full refurbishment of an existing
Mark Chapelhow (21), a member of the Wildroof Landscapes team, has been shortlisted in the Young Achiever category of this year’s Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards. “We’ve had Cumbrian
Burgon & Ball’s Bee Friendly seeds have been specially chosen to provide our endangered Bee population with a delicious smorgasbord of nectar and pollen producing plants. Since the 1930’s, 97%
The Edible Garden Show has announced the return of gardening expert and popular TV and radio presenter Pippa Greenwood to its line-up for 2014. A prolific author and regular Gardeners’
A new survey looking at the impact of community gardening in the UK has revealed that the amount of green space RHS Britain in Bloom volunteers manage has increased ten-fold
Glendale has boosted its ranks with its 101st apprentice, as part of its commitment to developing the talents of young people across the UK Starting work at the firm’s Liverpool
January data indicated that UK construction companies started the year with an acceleration of output growth at their units, boosted by sharp rises in incoming new work. Stronger demand resulted
Greenfingers the charity dedicated to creating magical gardens at children’s hospices around the UK, are set to start work on their first new garden of 2014 at Chestnut Tree House
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS is considered the major worldwide league of lumberjack sports, attracting highly-skilled athletes to compete with axes and saws. Now STIHL GB wants more people to try their hand
For landscaping and exterior projects such as decking, outside furniture and exterior cladding, bamboo may not be the first material that comes to mind. However, its exceptional performance, aesthetic and
Amateur football clubs across the UK could be in with the chance of winning a £3000 pitch makeover, among other prizes. “Pitch to Win” has been launched by Briggs &
Polaris has announced an entirely new type of off-road vehicle with the introduction of the Sportsman ACE 4×4. The vehicle’s architecture is completely new to the industry and features a
If you’re working in any areas where manoeuvring can be a little tight, around trees, bushes, fences and posts, there is always the danger the boom can get snagged. Not
The KLC School of Design Open Learning Diploma is now delivered entirely online. This course provides the perfect opportunity for students to combine their creativity with a strong interest in
Edmond Shipway, has recently begun work on site as quantity surveyor and CDM co-ordinator on the latest development for GreenAcres Woodland Burials. Once complete, the £1.5 million venture in Rainford,
EXCLUSIVE. David Curtis, Editor of The Landscaper Magazine interviews Jim Croxton, Chief Executive Officer, BIGGA at BTME Harrogate. The SPECIAL SHOW REPORT goes to press next week: to be included
Club Car, manufacturer of small-wheel, zero-emissions electric vehicles, will introduce the first golf car with built-in connected technology, a new electrical charging system and a reengineered and restyled line of
Marshalls has announced a number of new additions to its domestic product range available in 2014. Driveways get a real boost with Marshalls’ new Drivesys innovative patented driveway block. It
Worplesdon Golf Club is no novice when it comes to aeration as they have been using a Verti-Drain 7215 from Charterhouse Turf Machinery on their tees and greens for the
An action-packed ‘green finger’ day is on the timetable for students at Askham Bryan College which includes a visit from the RHS’s Director of Horticulture, Jim Gardiner, who is also
Noemi Petit is show director of Paysalia, the successful trade show held in Lyon France. David Curtis talks to her about exhibitions, the landscaping industry in France and plans for
Polaris is offering a limited period 0% finance offer on all new Polaris utility ATVs and UTVs. The world leader and European No.1 in ATV and Side x Side utility
A revolution has taken place at Thorney Lakes Golf Centre in Cambridgeshire – that is how course manager Sid Matthews describes the switch to John Deere course maintenance equipment. “I’ve
Gloucestershire and Stroud College has three main campuses plus a number of local community venues. The College caters annually for around 15,500 full and part-time students of all ages with
The new Magnum spreader will have a positive impact on the way many organisations deal with ice and snow this winter. The Magnum Poly Insert Spreader sits neatly on the
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust’s garden team has taken on a compact tractor to help tend the gardens based at five Shakespeare family homes in and around Stratford-upon-Avon. They are some
Practicality Brown has announced that the Elveden Instant Hedge, which is usually grown to 1.8m high, is now available clipped at 1 – 1.2m high. Graeme Jenkins, Sales and Business
This year has already provided a massive headache of waterlogging for many sportsturf managers.Terrain Aeration continue to provide solutions to this problem. One fine example of this solution process can
The National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire has 42,000 trees that require a great deal of maintenance. The purchase of a GreenMech Arborist 150, 26hp wood chipper, has been the solution
The ATT SmartCut cassette is the flexible answer for all those requiring a replacement , second or back up set of cutting units. The units are unique in that they
TrustMark, the Government endorsed quality mark for tradesmen, today records its greatest year to date for tradesmen details displayed on the website In 2013 more than five million search results
The prestigious Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards 2014 take place on Wednesday 12 March 2014. The annual awards ceremony, sponsored by Bradstone, has recognised and rewarded the high standard
24-26 January Diga Indoor Garden Show Germany… 2-4 FEBRUARY: SPATEX (POOLS).. 12-13 February Executive Hire Show Coventry www.executivehireshow.co.uk 16 February Donnington 4×4 Show… 19 -20 February EUROCIDO Pest Control Germany…
Safer Surfacing Limited, are excited to announce we currently have a Management vacancy for an enthusiastic individual who has the drive to take our already established business at a fast
Forecasters are predicting this winter’s first serious, and widespread snow this week, with some predicting sub-zero temperatures for much of December and January. With this in mind, Bayer advise greenkeepers
With 10 full size outdoor pitches to tend the FA National Football Centre at Burton-on-Trent needs top of the table equipment to get its pitches aerated precisely and efficiently. FA
Early results for The Landscaper reader survey indicate that our digital readership continues to increase. Over 55 per cent of the respondents indicated that they read the digital version of
Here’s an ideal combination for dealing with the snow and ice, clearing the way and simultaneously treating with salt and grit. On the front is the Wessex snow plough, one
Volkswagen’s Amarok has scooped the prestigious ‘Pick-up of the Year’ title from specialist off-road publication, 4×4 Magazine. Seven pick-ups underwent intensive testing by 4×4 Magazine, each judged on their off-road
Looking back & Looking ahead Carol Dutton reviews 2013 and what some of our readers are planning for 2014 Ultra successful trade show Exclusive interview with Paysalia organiser Noemi
Avonmore Associates, a specialist fine turf contractor, has upgraded its turf maintenance fleet with the purchase of two SISIS Rotorake 600HD pedestrian scarifiers, which have been put straight to work
The new 2014 Green-tech printed catalogue is now available for all landscaping contractors, specifiers and architects across the UK. In recognition of the First World War centenary, Green-tech is donating
Nearly 650,000 workers call in sick each week, according to figures from the British Heart Foundation (BHF). This figure equates to 2 per cent of the workforce being absent through
Bentomat is a revolutionary pond liner consisting of a layer of bentonite encapsulated between two textiles which are needle-punched together. The result is an easy-to-install, self-healing, self-seaming liner that requires
New Bobcat excavators purchased by Kursaal Plant Hire, the longest standing hire company in Southend in the UK, have helped elevate the business to a new level. The excellent performance
The lush lawns at the glorious Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Wisley show gardens will be looking even finer now following their purchase of a Makita PLM4631 mower. Peter Anderson, Machinery
The recent purchase of a new MF 7616 tractor by Hadlow College, Tonbridge, Kent, has extended a close working relationship that has existed for almost 50 years between Massey Ferguson
Winter conditions bring extra work in clearing snow and ice to make areas safer and accessible. Large areas can be quickly treated with big, vehicle mounted hopper spreaders but what
Research has shown that buildings which are set in well cared for green surroundings have been shown to suffer 32% fewer crimes and generally a great garden can add between
The December edition of HTA Market Update reveals that year to date garden centre sales are 5% ahead of 2012. Sales have been ahead of 2012 levels since May with
A practical management guide to massaria disease of Plane has been released by the London Tree Officers Association (LTOA) The disease, Massaria (Splanchnonema platani), affects London Plane trees (Platanus spp.).
McGowan Outdoor Access can now achieve 100% recycling of materials in the Scottish countryside thanks to a MB Dig A Crusher Crushing Bucket, supplied by Worsley Plant. Since 2009, McGowan
The competition which has been running throughout 2013 in Horticulture Week was sponsored by Green-tech and implemented to seek out and reward the best landscape apprentices in the UK. The
‘The Stig Driving Challenge’ returns on the Complete Weed Control stand, where visitors can also see the range of weed and ice control services that the company offer. Visitors will
British pole climbing champion and lumberjack event competitor, has recently acquired a GreenMech Arborist 19-28 Wood chipper. Ian’s Norfolk based ‘Target Trees’ tree surgery and arboricultural consultancy business was established
If one of your customers complains that their garden is being used as a toilet by one or more of the neighbours moggies you can now solve the problem for
Complete Ice Control is brought to you by the same people who deliver Complete Weed Control and has been introduced in response to the overwhelming need for a professional, reliable
The Meyer DrivePro is an easy-to-use, fully functional steel snowplough and fits a wide range of vehicles. Unlike other snowploughs, the DrivePro goes up, down, right or left with the
Paddock Fencing manufactures steel estate fencing based on the original period fencing used in parks and estates. Their estate fencing is suitable for enclosing livestock including cattle, horses, deer and
AVS Fencing Supplies offer a complete range of products that provide solutions for all fencing, decking and landscaping requirements. They also hold the largest range of railway sleepers in the
As London plans for a grand Garden Bridge across the Thames, we look at the garden landscape future on a slightly smaller, although not necessarily any less grand, scale. Ffion
David Keary wins Design Competition David Keary, from Leicester based Keary Coles Design wins the Battersea Park Promontory Design Competition. Organised by LANDSCAPE, the trade show for the landscaping industry,
The cost of postage has increased 5,500 magazines on good paper in postage alone costs £1.09 per item or £5,450 per issue or for 12 issues a year £65,400! When
At Aviva Premiership side Bath Rugby Club, training can go ahead in all weathers, thanks to a half-size 3G rubber crumb-filled synthetic pitch. “It’s ideal for pre-season training and for
Altoz Inc. unveiled four lines of zero turn mowers (XC Z, XC S, XP Z and XP S) and a total of 18 different models to dealers and lawn care
Greenfingers the small charity dedicated to creating gardens in children’s hospices around the UK, held an event at Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice in Huddersfield to encourage local horticulture businesses
Places for People, one of the largest property management, development and regeneration companies in the UK, has recently upgraded their fleet of grass cutting machinery with the purchase of Etesia
The proven reliability and consistent finish achieved by Charlie Yeomans, Head Groundsman at the University of Warwick and his existing Dennis cricket wicket mower made the British manufacturer the obvious
Buzon UK’s adjustable screw-jack pedestals have been included within Bradstone’s new Patio Deck system. The paving pack contains everything needed to lay a patio in just a couple of hours.
Grass Greener is Paxman Landscape’s latest innovation launched at the Harrogate Autumn Flower Show. The introduction of Grass Greener to Paxman Landscape’s impressive portfolio of horticultural services has expanded
Have a look at latest edtion of The Landscaper. All the details about the succesful trade show- Landscape 2013 . Plus live video interviews ( p50) http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/05bc2027#/05bc2027/52
Strengthening representation through local area dealers has been a developing programme for The Grass Group (TGG). The latest to be announced is the securing of Oliver Landpower Limited who will
A stunning 3D fly-through featuring the innovative designs for Northumberland’s planned new national Landscape Discovery Centre and YHA Youth Hostel, has been revealed for the first time, by award winning
Makita chainsaws are the exclusive choice of the British Military and the latest addition to the Makita professional chainsaw line, the EA6100P45D, is a 61cc machine developing 4.5hp and running
An entirely new market sector providing one-stop-shopping for landscape gardeners buying paving and patio materials has been being unveiled . Build Mate is the centrepiece of Kelkay’s launch of 78
Complete Ice Control is a private snow clearance and gritting operation with full national coverage. They specialise in making sure that essential private access areas are kept open through the
A new bird of prey at the Wildwood Trust in Herne Bay will be named ‘Jewson’, in recognition of the builder’s merchant’s generosity over the years. The Canterbury Timber Specialist
The Sixways 12000 plus capacity Stadium is the home of Worcester Warriors rugby union premiership team. It is a year round, multi-use venue located close to Junction six of the
An excellent turnout of the top machinery dealerships from the UK and Europe were represented during three dealer educational days recently held by Campey Turf Care Systems at St Georges
Simon Tullet Machinery (STM) open day was well organised, well timed and very well attended by a large number of dealers and engineers. A number of exciting new machines
Sonic Grounds Maintenance based in SE London are specialists contractors operating throughout London, Kent And Surrey – For the third time this year they have had tools stolen from the
John Deere’s updated 2R Series small chassis compact tractors replace the previous 2020 Series and, along with their new model numbering, now feature a reverse implement option (RIO). Adopted from
Sarah Johnson is no stranger to working on massive global brands and in accepting the position of Marketing Specialist UK, EMEA at Polaris Britain she is looking forward to the
UK figures show that thefts from garages, sheds and gardens increased by 10 per cent over the last year, and are up almost 20 per cent compared with the
Landscape Construction Manager An excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial landscape manager to join a progressive privately owned company. The work consists of hard and soft landscaping schemes in central
UK-based manufacturer, Instarmac Group Plc, is helping landscapers and builders to boost their order books this season with its i-fix Pothole Fix. Developed using the same technology and expertise applied
With the advent of Autumn its now time to consider how best to protect sports pitches and amenity areas in advance of Winter through to Spring 2014. Terrain Aeration offers
If you are involved in Hire, Landscaping or Sports Turf Renovation then you will most likely at some stage have a requirement for a good Turf Cutter. If you get
White Horse Contractors (Northern) have handed over a state-of-the-art natural and artificial sports facility in time for the new school term at new specialist arts college Kingswood School in Corby,
Hampshire based landscaping company Hambrooks has awarded one of their apprentices, Steve Pidgeley an ‘Apprentice of the year 2013’ Award. Steve along with four other apprentices recently completed their course,
ETC Sports Surfaces have purchased a Redexim Charterhouse Verti-Top 1200. Bradley Wells, Business Development Manager for the company said “a major part of our business is the work we carry
TOP GREEN AND EUROFLOR UK consultant Howard Wood took part in two conferences on sustainable landscapes. More than 150 delegates were at the two events – one in Lisbon and
Sherry Bonnett, Gemma Cunliffe, Rebecca Gethin, Sarah Hayes and Lesley Spence are the latest additions and arrive at a time of continued growth and expansion for the landscape supplies business
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Edmond Shipway, has recently completed its role as project manager and quantity surveyor for Center Parcs’ new, £3 million family and toddler water playground. The launch of Venture Cove at
Mobile marketing, social media, show gardens, local media and awards are the vital tools for landscapers to learn of at the APL Networking Seminar this month. Landscapers wanting to attend
Paxman Lanscapes will take centre stage at the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Networking Seminar in Kent this month. Justin Paxman (director) will deliver a speech to delegates on the
James Lanwarne, ( pictured left) founder of Lanwarne Landscapes, has beaten hundreds of small business owners to be named Nectar Business Tradesperson of the Year 2013, by a panel of
The children at Dulwich Preparatory School, Kent are fortunate to have outstanding facilities including 50 acres of superbly presented and well kept sports fields in addition to two gymnasiums,
Harrogate based master sculptor John Schofield dedicated 18 months of his life to designing, importing the marble and hand-carving his magnificent Neptune Fountain which now needs to find a permanent
Forest Pennant has recently supplied sandstone paving and setts for the regeneration of Bath Railway Station and the adjacent Vaults Development. Funded by the Southgate Limited Partnerships, the re-development scheme
The grounds maintenance team at Gavin Jones have secured another contract term on their existing contract with Duxford Imperial War Museum along with IWM Ickleton and The Royal Anglian Regiment.
Duncan Ross Contractors – sports turf drainage specialists – has successfully completed a project to improve access for wheelchairs on the pathways in the ancient woodland Fenham Carr area of
A fencing system made from recycled waste plastics that can soak up flying fragments while deflecting noise has been developed by perimeter systems manufacturer Zaun. Zaun has installed its DBS
Kilsaran International, has announced an exclusive collaboration with renowned Irish garden designer and television presenter, Diarmuid Gavin, to design and produce a high-end, bespoke range of contemporary paving products and
After a decade in the planning, the £250 million development of the latest Centre Parcs holiday village – Woburn Forest in Bedfordshire, has rid itself of a significant stumbling block
“We are all really pleased with the new Ahs website, the hard work from the marketing team has paid off and we are already receiving great feedback from our customers.
Makita’s Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) trade day held in the beautiful forest of Ragley Hall, Warwickshire, attracted a large number of customers and dealers. As Makita continues to expand their
Trade fair GrootGroenPlus 2013, which will be held from 2-4 October in Zundert (NL), has launched a special app for visitors and participants of the trade fair. This app enables
Forty Six BALI members out of over 130 entries received have won awards in this year’s prestigious BALI National Landscape Awards in association with Horticulture Week and headline sponsor Rigby
A Wessex Scrubmaster is what you need when you’re dealing with rough brash and tough, dense vegetation, particularly in woodland areas. First, the Scrubmaster is built from heavy gauge plate
Tradesmen are working longer hours than ever, willing to sacrifice holidays and weekends in a bid to squeeze more jobs in. The average tradesman works between 41 and 50 hours
A sportsground contractor who renovates 15 to 20 cricket clubs each autumn takes more than a professional interest in the game. For Richard Bryce, proprietor of Sports Ground Services in
Gavin Jones has won two awards at this year’s BALI National Landscape Awards; Domestic Garden Construction (Construction cost over £250k) and Restoration and Regeneration Scheme. The Domestic Garden Construction Award
TurfKeeper.com is an online turf management system for the Turfkeeping Industry, offering access to a wide range of resources and business tools. The site allows users to manage staff and
John Deere has now launched the all-new X950R lawn tractor, whose rear discharge/rear collect system is the ideal solution when it comes to cut and collect performance.
While golf fans around the world were watching Phil Mickelson win The 2013 Open Championship, John Deere was winning fans of its own at Muirfield. As the official golf course
Keep an eagle eye on your hard earned cash! Before advertising in any magazine ask for proof of print and distribution – if you don’t get it don’t advertise –
A team of 19 landscapers and nurserymen are each clocking up at least 12 hours training a week for what they say will be the challenge of their lifetimes to
Kindle Fire Tablet 7″ LCD Display, Wi-Fi, 8GB The perfect family tablet – beautifully simple, built to last and perfect for playing, reading, browsing and more Simple to use –
Countax tractors featured in Top Gear’s ‘Britain is Great’ episode – a celebration of the very best of British engineering. BBC 2’s Top Gear aired the final episode of the
Blinder Bunkers has taken to the autobahn to spread the word about the revolutionary bunker liner system. Profusion Environmental under took a road trip to Germany to install trial bunkers
Latest addition to the STM range of remote control mowers is the RoboVario Plus unit. As its name implies, it is a variation of the RoboVario, but features a mounting
It is now a legal requirement to have a valid spray certificate, e.g PA1 & PA6AW to spray professional chemicals in any landscaping or agricultural situation. Indeed, due to current
Sorbus International has been appointed exclusive UK distributor for Metallo, the Dutch brand of cutting and pruning tools. Metallo has for years been known in Holland and Europe
Direct Artificial Grass offer an “all year round” solution with a comprehensive range of synthetic grass surfaces to fulfil any need. On the standard side they have products such as
There has been a sharp increase in sales of artificial grass as a result of the changing weather. Homeowners are looking for alternative, low maintenance ways of keeping their outside
Gavin Jones joined more than 200 suppliers to the Royal Family, holders of the prestigious Royal Warrant, who gathered at Buckingham Palace to mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen’s
More than 200 turf enthusiasts attended the 2013 TGA Turf Show, staged by the Turfgrass Growers Association last month on Fineturf’s 135-acre turf farm, run by Simon Hutton at Carlton
Ten thousand plants, grown to order at Shropshire-based Boningale Nurseries, have been used to create two new rooftop terraces at Birmingham’s prestigious £188.8 million library development. The sky-high green spaces
Riverside Gardens, a new ‘pocket park’ in Nine Elms on the South Bank was officially opened on 15th July marking a significant step in the regeneration of the area.
Q Lawns have introduced new Green Roof Kits. Each kit contains the right quantity of the right materials to create a sedum roof on either a pitched roof or a
Included among the thousands of products on display at this year’s SALTEX will be hundreds of tools – and techniques – that landscapers will need to stay effective and efficient.
The Toro Company has become an approved City & Guilds training centre for Europe.
As the world’s premier golfers head to Muirfield for The 142nd Open Championship, they will be supported by a committed band of BIGGA volunteer greenkeepers who play a critical role
Royal Warrant Holders’ —Gavin Jones Ltd, G. Burley & Sons and Hillier Nurseries- are to join forces to celebrate their work for HM The Queen at The Coronation Festival, Buckingham
The UK’s best growers, florists and garden designers have been rewarded at the 2013 RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. Displays showcasing inspiring plant combinations, diverse themes, innovative concepts and
Before advertising in a magazine always make sure you establish the titles true circulation. After all no matter how glossy and well dressed the advertsing package on offer seems, if
Sponsored by RHS Gold medal winner Best Conceptual GardenDesigned by Catherine MacDonaldBuilt by Landform Consultants Ltd This conceptual garden explores the two phases of forest fire, desolation and regeneration, through
Sponsored by Cool Gardens Gold medal winner Best Summer GardenDesigned by Ruth Marshall Built by Cool Gardens Landscaping This garden is designed to form the courtyard for a new
Sponsored by Ecover Gold medal winner Best Show Garden Designed by Matthew ChildsBuilt by NealeRichards Ltd The inspiration for The Ecover Garden is the fundamental principle that water is
The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) is proud to announce all four of the Low Cost, High Impact gardens have won medals at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower
Drayson Racing Technologies and Michelin are pleased to announce the formation of a strategic partnership that will began with breaking the FIA World Electric Land Speed Record on June
M&M Timber has expressed a concern that some installers may be considering cost savings ahead of child safety in the playground. Reports of home grown timbers being poorly treated and
White Horse Contractors have announced the appointment of Gary Kneller as their new Managing Director. Gary originally joined the company as a graduate in 1994 and worked his way up
Environmental firm, SLR Consulting, has been appointed to develop landscape designs for seven new schools being constructed across the North East of England as part of the Government’s Priority School
A new product from renowned play specialists Timberplay has the capacity to transform boundaries within play spaces into key play features in their own right. These timber play panels offer
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The Wessex Country range was developed to meet the need of groundscare contractors, smallholders and estates. The range was originally launched with finishing mowers, flail mowers, fertiliser spreaders and rotary
A new outdoor activity centre, “SKYTrek” will be completed by August. SKYTrek will consist of a number of exciting and challenging elements including a high (15m) and low (5m) ropes
Sherriff Amenity, one of the leading turf care and sports equipment suppliers in the UK, has chosen Fusion Media (Europe) Limited to PR and advertising activities in the UK. Formed
The recent launch of M&M Timber’s new range of long-life machined rounded fencing timbers has been met with an unprecedented rush of enquiries from contractors and suppliers says Andy Hodge,
ZT Safety Systems have announced the latest addition to their fall safety harness range the ZT ‘Universal’ Harness. The ‘Universal’ benefits from 5 point attachments, front, rear and Side loops
Souters Sports, crown green construction contractors, were chosen to construct the new bowling green on a former decaying factory site for Budenberg Bowling Club in Broadheath, near Stockport. The new
BALI has received a Certificate of Commendation for the high quality presentation of its stand at this week’s Chelsea Flower Show. The stand was designed by BALI Associate Designer
Kubota has introduced a three year 0% finance offer on its M Series tractors. The M Series has evolved over time to be one of the top selling tractor ranges.
Designed by the creative team at Wicksteed Playscapes the bespoke Dakota Rockscape is a thrilling climbing unit. Commissioned by Warrington Borough Council to design and install two separate play areas
Established in 1982, Ford Civil Engineering has specialised in providing first class groundworks and civil engineering services to the house construction industry for major house builders such as Bellway Homes,
Is digital technology reshaping the landscape? Digital trends influence the way we do business. It can be confusing. Ffion Llwyd-Jones talks to industry insiders who are using the technology, and
The Design Frog King for the Natural Pool and Living Pool has been awarded for many years for the best pools of the year, and is one of the most
Image: The Fulwell GC team, with Paul Brown, Course Manager, 3rd from right surrounded by their Wiedenmann kit and the world famous black Labrador, Oscar (Centre front) Fulwell Golf Club
Kubota UK has announced the appointment of Dave Roberts as the new Managing Director. Dave was previously General Manager – Sales and Marketing for Kubota’s three main product sectors –
After hosting the Eurovision Song Contest the Azerbaijan authorities won the rights to host the 2012 Under 17 Women’s World Cup Finals – but to host the event they had
Combine a gorgeous garden with delicious home-made scones and what do you get? Very happy visitors, we hope, on Sunday 5 May, when a Scotland’s Gardens Open Day is held
The £4 million WRU National Centre of Excellence, which provides training facilities for the Welsh rugby team, Cardiff Blues, Cardiff City FC and the Welsh FA at the Vale Resort
Fiat Professional’s Doblò Cargo has picked up another award, this time winning the Traders’ Choice accolade in the 2013 Trade Van Driver (TVD) Magazine Awards. This latest title completes a
From left to right: Angie Spanton, Tony Evans, Chloe Miller, Steven Jones, Fiona Gebbett & Neil Davidson. Back in 1982, just four days after the Falklands war ended, Pan
Southern Tank Services are celebrating 10 years as a specialist in fuel, chemical and water storage, ranging from commercial and domestic oil tanks to diesel and petrol storage, water tanks,
Headland Amenity’s Multigreen fertiliser range has brought about a dramatic change on the hardworking playing fields of an Oxfordshire school. When Rob Eason ( pictured) took over as Head of
With the first event in the MAP Live series now less than 1 week away STRI and Fleet Line Markers are the latest, firms to confirm their attendance, according to
Q Lawns turf growers have taken delivery of four new lorries in a bid to save costs, minimise environmental impact and improve services. All four trailers will be hauled by
(Picture The BIGGA Open Support Team on the 18th fairway at Lytham last year) Following Adam Scott’s dramatic victory at The Masters, attention now turns to the Open Championship
McCarthy & Stone have enlisted award winning garden designer Chris Beardshaw ( pictured) to create an original and striking conceptual installation during the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show which
It was without doubt a glittering evening. The great and the good of efig gathered to celebrate their annual awards. There was good reason to celebrate. In total 48 Awards
(Pictured St Andrews Links’ course managers, Gordon McKie (left) and Kevin Muir, with their MF 1547 compact tractors, used primarily on the Old Course and the Eden, Strathtyrum and Balgove
Groundsmen responsible for professional stadium and training facilities need look no further to improve the durability and health of their pitch. Known as Terraplaning, the latest style Koro Field TopMaker
Tracmaster has extended its Popular CAMON Range of Landscape Machinery to include Lawnmowers, Brushcutters, Hedge Trimmers and Hole Borers. Lawnmowers Offering maximum reliability and mowing quality for the tiniest patch
Charlotte Richards has been appointed a director of her family’s horticultural business – Golden Acres – which her father Paul started in 1980. Charlotte (19) is currently working her way
(l-r) New apprentices Daniel Phelps, Dean Manning, Alex Rae, Joe Tynan and Louis Barrett with their mentors on their first day at Ransomes Jacobsen Five new apprentices have joined
The Grass Group have confirmed they have been awarded a world-wide ‘Quiet Mark’ licence accreditation for the ATT INFiNiPower Hybrid Mower, developed for the professional turf care market. The Quiet
A new range of machined round fencing timbers, specifically designed to give an extended service life of up to 15 years at an affordable price, has been launched M&M Timber.
Marshalls national awards covers a range of categories from ‘Best Driveway Transformation’ to ‘Best Use of Marshalls Fairstone’, with this year’s awards attracting over 600 project submissions from its over
Tracmaster continues to expand the options available to customers with the launch of its new showroom in Burgess Hill West Sussex. A convenient way for groundcare professionals to come and
Staff from Cambridgeshire container tree nursery Barcham Trees have recently joined the Ely Seven-a-Side Soccer League and are now on the lookout for likely opponents for friendly matches. “We would
The Predator 38X, is claimed to be “ most innovative, powerful and economical stump grinder to hit the market ever” This machine offers a huge amount of brute power in
Very popular stumper for light and medium stump grinding projects, bringing compact size and impressive performance to an affordable, self-propelled machine. Enter the 2550XP, using the same beltless, hydrostatic direct-drive
Free assessment tool hopes to improve children’s play opportunities High quality, effective design of playable spaces is benefitted by being based on a solid foundation of play theory, knowledge, and
The deer population is currently estimated at around 1.5 million. Researchers from the University of East Anglia suggest harvesting the animals for meat to make a cull ethically and economically
A Kingston University graduate’s design for a WWII memorial is being built at the entrance to East London’s Bethnal Green tube station to mark the place where the conflict’s worst
The Wessex Scrubmaster rotary slasher has been described as unstoppable and built for longevity. Certainly it is known that spare parts for Scrubmasters over thirty years old are still being
Souters Sports has recently carried out extensive drainage works at Dunikier Golf Club in Fife, to help allow for almost uninterrupted play during wet weather. The golf club has had
Health & Safety certainly played a major role in the decision making process which led Historic Scotland, an executive agency of the Scottish Government, to work with Etesia as one
Addagrip used the Ecobuild exhibition to launch its new Terrabound Resin Bound Surfacing System. This new commercial grade resin bound surfacing product has been introduced to provide a more cost
RHS say that Meadowmat and Enviromat are Perfect for Pollinators Q Lawns turf growers have announced that Meadowmat Wild Flower Matting and Enviromat Sedum Matting have both been recognised as
Evergreens UK has launched a new product range exclusively for the trade market. Under the banner, iGrass, the products have been created in response to the ever growing landscaping revolution,
BSW Timber has expanded its Timeless Timber range to include beams, brushwood-finished decking, tongue and groove boards, and cladding. The new range will focus on quality, durability and strength –
There are few more attractive locations for a major charity event than West Woodhay House in West Berkshire, the home of Harry & Sarah Henderson. Just a few miles West
The Great Wall has introduced two special edition models – the ‘Steed Chrome’ and ‘Steed Tracker’. Both special editions go on sale in March. Building on the array of standard
Specialist nursery Architectural Plants is offering its trade customers a cash bonus – in addition to normal trade discount – to reward loyal customers for their business during the
France’s Minister of Interior has announced fines for motorists who do not carry a kit in their vehicle – previously due to come into force on 1 March – have
Rob Lane, head groundsman at West Bromwich Albion FC’s Hawthorns stadium, with his two new Allett Buffalo 34 sportsground mowers. West Bromwich Albion, has purchased a pair of
Campey Turf Care Systems in a joint venture with Imants has become a Stadium Partner for ESSMA in the field of pitch management. Professional football is one of the most
Provender Nurseries enjoy working with students of design and horticulture at all levels, introducing students to new varieties of plants. With a history of hosting student visits both here on
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
Mike Beardall reveals a “think-tank” landscaping group giving the New Year a boost by putting best brains together to deal with the issues affecting the industry LANDSCAPING had its share
Over the last twenty years there’s been an exodus of people from the United Kingdom seeking a better life in Europe or further a field. Reasons for leaving may be
Vauxhall has introduced two year service intervals on Combo, Vivaro and Movano while also slashing emissions and improving fuel economy on its Movano ecoFLEX van. From March, all Combo, Vivaro
(left) Craig Chalmers, Salesmen at MacGregors Forest and Groundcare (middle) Callum Sim the Branch Manager at MacGregors Forest and Groundcare and (right) Dougie Archibald, Northern Area Territory Manager for Charterhouse.
A team from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) are taking on the challenge of a lifetime walking 100km (62 miles) for charity. The team, called the Hortsteppers is made
Hillier Landscapes continue to be recognised as an Investor in People following their fifth review. Hillier Landscapes is the longest recognised Investor in People Company in landscaping in the
The new Makita PF0300, 300 watt electric submersible pump will deliver 140 litres per minute at up to a 7m head height and can be submersed to 5m depth. It
Discover some of the rarest and most exotic orchids from across the globe at the RHS London Orchid & Botanical Art Show. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), the UK’s leading
Timber manufacturer Arbordeck has launched a comprehensive new brochure, which is designed to provide practical and creative decking solutions to suit any environment, size or budget. The Arbordeck range, which
LumberLite sawmill has now been converted by Logosol for electric operation, using highly efficient 4 kW and 8 kW motors. Measured in terms of horsepower, the larger motor has a
Sherlock and Watson supply & install a wide range of rain and shade solutions. Mr Jon Clapham MD told The Landscaper, “We started by designing & installing simple shade sail
Landscapers and garden designers have just 3 weeks left to book their places at the APL Networking Seminar which takes place next month. The seminar’s theme of Ethical & Sustainable
This year’s national Love Parks Week will take place from Saturday 27th July to Sunday 4th August, coinciding with the first week of the school holidays. Love Parks Week, now
Volkswagen is making its vans really affordable and easy to budget for with contract hire or finance lease offers until the end of March starting from £199 a month (plus
This year will be an exciting year for the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (9-14 July) and RHS Flower Show Tatton Park (25-28 July). The shows have undergone a
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
Four Oaks Cash & Carry now incorporates 9 specialist nurseries. Over 1500 lines of trees and shrubs will be on display from starter plants to specimen sizes in addition to
Based in Fife, bulbs4u, now in its 9th year, is a small family company that specialises in the sale of high quality garden bulbs. Husband and wife team; Nick
Saxons grow a wide range of plant material aimed for the South East of England and coastal areas. With many forms of dispatch Saxon Plants provides one stop shopping for
Plants Limited is a wholesale nursery established in 1988 by Peter Blakey specialising in supplying quality shrubs, topiary and trees to the landscape industry. They offer a complete service from
W. Godfrey & Sons nursery was started in 1921 by William Godfrey to grow roses and herbaceous plants. They dropped the roses some time ago, but continue to be herbaceous
The HTA National Plant Show, sponsored by Hortipak, will see the industry buzzing when it brings the best of British plant suppliers together all under one roof this June. The
John Deere has been named a Thomson Reuters 2012 top 100 Global Innovator, joining companies such as Apple, Google, Microsoft, Nike and Sony. The list is an initiative of the
Limagrain UK has published a new 2013 catalogue for the Designer range of amenity grass and wild flower seed mixtures. The Designer range includes popular mixtures: Action Replay for renovating
ATTACHED: Photo showing Extreme RPR, right, compared to Perennial Ryegrass Barenbrug has added Extreme RPR to its range for 2013, a grass seed which complements the existing BAR
Vitax’s Esteem, (produced by Dow Agrosciences) their most effective selective weed killer to date is suitable for use with all types of sprayers from tractor mounted machines to pedestrian models
A series of six road shows will take place in the spring and summer of this year. Manage Amenity & Pitch, (MAP) will be one day events incorporating demonstrations,
The Landscape Juice Network (LJN), the UK social and media site dedicated to the landscape and horticulture industry, has added two premium business sections to its membership categories to
The remote controlled Green Climber is a fast, versatile, strong machine for mowing and maintaining steep ground and roadside verges. Stephen Cabrol from Riko is the UK importer and
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has achieved its highest membership numbers ever, welcoming the landmark 400,000th member to the gardening charity at its flagship RHS Garden Wisley, in Surrey. The
New research from the Energy Saving Trust has revealed that UK businesses could save around £50 million a year by reducing unnecessary weight in the back of vans and light
Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has announced a special offer available at all Mitsubishi retailers nationwide now. The deal offers buyers of the rugged Mitsubishi L200 Trojan a massive £2,000
Designed to provide more comfort, performance and versatility, John Deere’s 5E Series three-cylinder utility tractors will be available from this spring with a new John Deere designed cab. The tractors
Limagrain UK has published a new 2013 catalogue of sports and amenity grass seed mixtures for the MM range. Three new grass varieties – Cyrena, Nikky and Heidrun – have
Giant bees descended on Downing Street to sting the government into delivering a Bee Action Plan, as part of Friends of the Earth’s Bee Cause campaign. They delivered over 64,000
The APL have revealed the landscapers that have been shortlisted for an APL Award. The judges met in December to decide upon the winners – a long and demanding task
One of the biggest-ever orders for the British innovation the Bunker Plug, is being installed at The Evian Masters Golf Club, France, host of the 2013 Evian Championship, the
Polaris has extended the 0% finance scheme for all Polaris ATV’s and UTV’s through until 31st March 2013. Business users can arrange interest-free finance on all new Polaris ATVs and
The SweepEx brush ban be easily attached to the host vehicle, be it a tractor, forklift, telehandler or skidsteer. Now there’s a new addition to the SweepEx range, the
JCB Diggers are about to embark on a mission to help recover Spitfire warplanes believed to be buried in Burma. The unassembled planes are thought to have been hidden in
PlantPromenade’s B2B Fair is taking place this week. Buyers from across Europe will be able to source and order from a broad selection of plants including specimen, (ornamental) shrubs, conifers
House sales across the UK look set to increase for the coming three months rose significantly, says the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors ( RICS ) January 2013 housing
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 and
For domestic gardens, commercial developments or estates its worth considering Natural Cotswold Dry Stone Walling. Smiths Bletchington, a long standing, family owned quarrying company from Oxfordshire, offer this traditional
Pic Richard Marshall, MD of Timberwolf with Lord Green Timberwolf, played host play host to the Trade Minister for UKTI last month. As part of his visit to
Photo: Keith Alexander, head green keeper at Crow Wood Golf Club Crow Wood Golf Club, just ten minutes from Glasgow city centre, is a gem of a course
Preparations for the world’s largest exhibition for agricultural machinery and equipment, Agritechnica 2013 are now well underway. The organizer DLG (Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft – (German Agricultural Society) has again arranged two
Dennis and Sisis will be exhibiting the Sisis Rotorake TM1000, this popular tractor mounted scarifier gives the user a combination of scarification and linear aeration allied with heavy duty
SPEEDCUT CONTRACTORS say the inquiries for sportsturf drainage have dramatically increased following one of the wettest years on record. But, as the team prepares for BTME they report they managed
Following on from the successful launch of their new ‘Tenuis Bent’ cultivar, Arrowtown, visitors to the DLF stand will have
Rigby Taylor has significantly extended its range of industry-leading products by releasing the first dedicated Landscaping Sundries catalogue. Designed to offer a comprehensive selection of essential items for those involved
Lindum Turf has developed a range of products for golf courses, sports grounds and landscaping, and has earned a reputation for consistently high quality turf and innovation in grass technology.
Lastec UK Ltd was founded with one simple goal, to offer the industry a rotary mower that cuts grass more accurately than any other mower in the world.
Inturf harvest, lift, and deliver thousands of square metres of turf every day all year round. Orders of virtually any size can be met with just a few
Headland Amenity Ltd originated in 1994 as a division of Headland Agrochemicals, a British independent supplier of adjuvants and micronutrient products to agriculture. By 1997 the business had an increasing
Grillo Agrigarden offer a wide range of equipement , products include Motor hoe, Walking tractors, Wheeled Trimmers Sickle Bars Tracked Carriers Special Garden machines Outfront
Bernhard and Company are one of the world’s most successful and influential forces in the manufacture and distribution of mower sharpening systems. In the USA they are in 75 of
Before booking space in any magazine it’s advisable to ask if the title has any independent confirmation of its circulation. If it has not you should excercise diligence and ask
Abacus secured one of the biggest export contracts in their history by winning the contract for Manuka Oval, Cricket and Australian Rules Football Stadium in Canberra, Australia. The scheme
It has been an exceptionally busy week for the nation’s garden retail industry as customers flock to their local garden centres to stock up on seasonal plants, Christmas trees and
Marshalls have announced some new additions to their product range available in 2013. Cobbletech Marshalls claim ‘a market first’ with the revolutionary Cobbletech driveway system. Designed to give a natural
Following significant industry feedback, extensive post show research and a number of targeted focus group sessions i2i Events Group, organisers of Glee, has announced its vision for the 2013 show
Nation-wide equipment hirer Fork Rent PLC of Ipswich Suffolk has opted for ten Volvo DD25w tandem rollers following a successful trial and evaluation of Volvo’s latest 2.5 tonne
Sales of Laurica red & green gold pots are a huge success this year. Their offer of a mixed trolley with pyramids and crowns on stem in red & green
Jo Thompson will be building her garden ‘Stop the Spread’ for sponsors Fera at next year’s Royal Horticultural Society’s Centenary Chelsea Flower Show. This is a garden of two
The British Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition opens at Moors Valley Country Park on 2nd February. Incredibly for a competition of this stature, three of the twelve category winning
Natural Paving, independent supplier of natural stone landscaping products, is preparing to make a debut appearance at Eco Build 2013 The company is planning an impressive 62 square meter stand,
Regular maintenance of artificial turf is necessary to keep playing surfaces clean, bacteria-free and allow water infiltration. So offering a maintenance package to clients for whom Smith Construction has just
Jerusalem’s iconic Montefiore Mill has been restored to full working order with the help of world-leading Accoya modified wood. The 19th century mill, which was the first work-place for Jews
Students from East Durham College have been treated to a talk regarding ash dieback by a leading professional working on the problem. Andrew Kirkwood, a Plant Health and Seeds Inspector
Green-tech is celebrating a mammoth achievement at being named amongst the top 100 businesses in North Yorkshire. The survey of businesses in the region includes a variety of companies including
As a bolt-on option to their Modu-wall cassette range, Vertiflora have introduced the‘h2globe’ range of hanging baskets. This sturdy product is made from HDPE and is designed to provide huge
Alnwick Golf Club in Northumberland is known locally as ‘Stony Hills’, so the technology on the Charterhouse Verti-Drain comes in handy as Course Manager Allan Golding explains: “The ability
Broadwood International has launched Wessex ThawEx liquid brine solution to complement their range of liquid ice-melt products. The use of liquid brine solution has become increasingly popular with councils, contractors
Phase one of the regeneration of Rathbone Market has been completed by the developers English Cities Fund in partnership with the London Borough of Newham. Throughout the re-development the market
M&M Timber has introduced a radical new range of ‘price-axed’ lines, aimed at giving retailers a more competitively priced volume product with added customer appeal. Specifically designed with the changing
UK Olive tree supplier, Villaggio Verde, is to enhance their landscapers’ package, cut their costs and reduce carbon emissions, by using online video. The package, which involves taking a full
Ryetec Bugnot BVE 3 brings high performance commercial shredding to areas with limited access, no wider than a wheel barrow at 76cm (30”) allows the BVE3 access through standard pedestrian
Simon Richard UK Agent for the Reform & Shibaura tractor and Muthing flail ranges has introduced the MU-FM Hydro flail in collaboration with Ransomes Jacobsen. Commenting on the new
Anyone interested in pursuing a career horticulture or garden design may want to make a note of Sparsholt College’s next Course Information Day. The date for the diary is Saturday
Earlier this year Living Streets launched the State of Our Streets Awards. The competition invited the public to nominate the best and worst examples of street maintenance in the
Q Lawns have been supplying landscapers and garden centres with turf, topsoil, sedum matting and wild flowers for two decades. Angela Lambert gives us an insight into what to
Ash tree growers across the country are counting the cost of Ash Dieback after a survey estimated that the fungal disease could cost the industry £2.5 million. The Horticultural Trades
Hundreds of businesses have been affected by the latest round of extreme weather, making 2012 the worst year for flooding since 2007. So far, the South West has been worst
The Leicestershire arm of the Football Association (FA) has revived the synthetic turf pitch at its county headquarters thanks to synthetic sports surface maintenance company Replay. Holmes Park, in
The Leicestershire arm of the Football Association (FA) has revived the synthetic turf pitch at its county headquarters thanks to synthetic sports surface maintenance company Replay. Holmes Park, in Whetstone,
When Alec Davies, Course Manager at Denton Golf Club, Manchester was tasked with removing a roundabout and upgrade an access road leading to the clubhouse, he also had to work
Kuhn has added a 1.5m flail head option on its 5.5m Poly-Longer long-reach hedgecutter to increase the machine’s working capacity and improve its overall reach. The 1.5m head has 28
Once desirable, it is now seen as aggressive, virulent and definitely not a plant to be trifled with – Japanese knotweed, that is. Ffyon Llwyd- Jones weeds out the facts.
Chichester’s Weald and Downland Open Air Museum have benefited from a unique Olympic legacy that will protect rare native wildlife in West Sussex – a donation of wildflower turf used
If you are looking for lighting, fencing, software, turf, decking, nurseries, stone, paving & aggregates, conservatories, furniture, greenhouses, pools, soils, artificial plants and shrubs as well as real ones,
The Institute of Horticulture Young Horticulturist of the Year 2013 competition is forecast to be the best ever, with over 2000 young horticulturists, who are either studying horticulture or working
About 80 former staff and students attended the 40th anniversary reunion at Merrist Wood College. Pioneers who helped create new standards in the UK landscaping industry celebrated a milestone in
A maintenance contract for 66 synthetic sports surface facilities, believed to be the largest contract of its kind in the UK, has been awarded to synthetic sports surface maintenance
The new Green-tech catalogue for 2013 is now available for landscape contractors, specifiers and architects across the UK. With over 3500 product lines and a national delivery service Green-tech offer
British Seed Houses has become one of the first in the industry to use the RHS ‘Perfect for Pollinators’ logo on its UK native wildflower mixtures. The
Lighting for Gardens has expanded it’s Elipta range of professional garden lighting with a complete new family of metal halide uplights and spotlights. The Apollo range of metal halide spotlights
The MegaMax ‘C-broom’ is not just a push broom but a bulk volume mover. It combines all the benefits of the best-selling SweepEx concept of a heavy-duty push broom with
Drayton Manor theme park is reducing its refuse sent for landfill by using a range of recycling and novelty bins around the park grounds. The Midlands theme park, which has
Screwfix has opened its 250th store, further extending the brand’s growing UK network of stores. The new store is the second to open in Poole, has brought
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is calling for clear guidance for woodland owners and managers wondering how to proceed with planting schemes which include ash amongst the species. The RFS
Timber Teeth’ a versatile accessory that turns a workbench into a saw-horse, quickly and easily without any workbench modifications. The product which is patented and manufactured in the UK, is
A new world record was set in the gardens at Lowther castle on Saturday 20th October 2012 when 106,526 daffodil bulbs were planted by hand in three hours. The first
Stockwell is one of London’s most deprived areas, but now a bid to build an urban jungle play area by sharing the cost using crowdfunding could open up a whole
For a fraction of the cost of a new vehicle you can now convert your Navarra pick-up into a tipper truck. Available as a self assembly kit, or supplied and
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,
The Bobcat range of attachments and machines for winter work has been widened with an extension to the company’s offering for snow blower attachments. Already one of the widest ranges
Three new members have been welcomed to the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Committee following the AGM held at Wyevale East Nurseries in Kent on 17 October. David Sewell from
Phil Voice: Felt emotional One man has completed a 1,250 mile journey on a ride-on lawn mower in aid of national horticulture charity Perennial. Phil Voice trundled into John O’Groats
Stewart Garden’s new Piazza decorative planters are the perfect new planter for people looking to modernise their gardens. They come in three different sizes and two design colours, granite and
Artificial grass experts, Trulawn are running a series of free training days for landscapers. The aim of the days is to give landscapers a step-by-step masterclass in artificial grass installation.
Due to the success of last year’s trade-in offer, Suzuki has announced the re-launch of the campaign. Customers are able to receive £300 off a new Suzuki KingQuad 400 or
St George’s Park Football Centre in Burton-upon-Trent has been given the royal treatment in an opening ceremony attended by Prince William. The FA football centre of excellence was opened following
Natural Paving Products is delighted to be a first ever winner of the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) ‘Affiliate Exceptional Service’ Award. BALI created this new category for their
The first legacy project to be delivered after the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games has opened. Wild Kingdom is a unique and distinctive new play area where children can
A firm has been ordered to pay £548,000 in fines and costs after a man fell through a roof. On 29 May 2007, Mr Whitmarsh was fitting a rubber membrane
The Alnwick Garden, the public attraction founded by the Duchess of Northumberland and designed by famous Belgian architects Jacques and Peter Wirtz, is soon to be one step closer to
Essential maintenance work is now being carried out on trees across West Oxfordshire following a district wide tree survey. West Oxfordshire District invited Treework Environmental Practice to assess the condition
The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) has announced the appointment of Simon Lloyd to the new post of Director of Development. Simon, 54, from Oxford, will be based at the RFS
Only a few days to go until the next large APL event, From , at Wyevale East Nurseries on Wednesday 17th October. The event will be hosted at Wyevale East
Sudden drops in temperature are common at this time of year. It’s inconvenient – to you and your customers – to discover low stocks of rock salt, road grit and
From left to right: Kylie Balmain (from the RHS), Sarah Eberle (Garden Designer & Chelsea Gold medal winner), Nick Coslett (Palmstead Sales Manager), John Langman (Chairman & founder of Palmstead
WILDFLOWER turf grower James Hewetson-Brown has won the Turf Pro Special Achievement Award. His crowning glory was growing the wildflower turf used for the Olympics opening ceremony and parts of
Kuhn has appointed Jean-Sebastien Vecten as UK Territory Manager for its Amenity Pro equipment range. Mr Vecten, who has over ten years of UK-based machinery sector experience, will be responsible
Sportsmark Group the natural bowling green and groundsman’s equipment specialist, have supplied a range of equipment and accessories for the greens to be used in the Commonwealth Games. Glasgow city
Chelsea FC kicked off the football season in style with a revolutionary new addition to the pitch at Stamford Bridge. During the summer break, over 1000m2 of brand new Profoot
The Cyclone 8000 Buffalo Turbine Debris Blower from Lloyds & Co of Letchworth may be small in stature but it still packs a in the fight against debris. Short in
Profusion Environmental has been responsible for installing in excess of 10,000m² of bunker lining at golf clubs within the UK and Europe since joining forces with Blinder Bunker Liner in
Harrod UK goals on the ‘replica’ Wembley Pitch at St Georges Park Located near Burton-Upon-Trent in the heart of England, the home of the new National Football Centre, St. George’s
De Douglas Boomkwekerijproducten BV is a family business that is currently led by the fifth and sixth generation of tree nurserymen: Andy Doomen, ( pictured ) his three daughters, and
Corné (pictured) and Magda van Elst of Containerteelt Elst-Bevers produce a large assortment of deciduous and evergreen shrubs for the trade. The company was founded in 1994 and now has
Frans Sprenkels (pictured) specialises in ornamental garden plants: shrubs, conifers, and climbing plants. He started his company in 1980. He really loves plants and likes to take on a challenge,
Herplant BVBA specialize in growing buxus and taxus in open ground and pots, in almost all shapes and sizes. Buxus sempervirens is the most popular and most grown type of
The new- Wessex ProLine RMX roller mowers RMX-560 and RMX-680 are’ the ideal choice for councils, local authority contractors, sports complexes and other large amenity areas’. All the features and
ISS Facility Services Landscaping successfully diffused a serious incident in Maryport’s Town Centre Memorial Gardens, within two hours of receiving the emergency call from Allerdale Borough Council. Vandals had cut
Abacus have recently supplied their energy efficient lighting scheme as part of the £2.6m Pickie Pool redevelopment which sees this fabled Northern Irish family venue redeveloped for generations to come.
The Wessex Dung Beetle is a dual purpose machine powered by a durable Honda engine or PTO and it’s easily towed by an ATV, 4×4 or car with a ball
L&S Waste has developed a new multipurpose interlocking block, made from 100% recycled aggregate. The ECOblock system is ideal for creating temporary road blocks, protecting vacant sites from unwanted visitors,
Continuing its commitment to thought provoking seminars, Dennis & SISIS recently held one for Cricket Groundsmen at the SWALEC Stadium in Cardiff. Keith Exton, Head Groundsman of Glamorgan CCC, together
National Groundcare contractor CDTS has recently purchased a Reform Metrac G3X tractor which will be put to work maintaining banked areas alongside the M25. Rated for safe working at angles
Launched over 100 years ago, Joseph Rowntree established the trusts bearing his name. JRHT (Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust) owns the freehold of the vast majority of the properties in New
Damcon specialise in a full range of equipment for open ground tree nurseries, with all the machinery needed to bring the tree on from freshly-rooted cutting to full-grown plant. The
B&P Handelskwekerijen is a collaboration between four production companies, each with their own speciality. The four businesses together hold around 100 hectares of cultivated land within a 10 kilometre radius
31 0 488443202 Betuwe Plant B.V., established by brothers Karel and Cor Huibers, will have been in business for twelve years this October and specialises in trees for garden centres.
The View from The Shard is the new premium visitor experience at the pinnacle of The Shard, London’s newest landmark, Britain’s first vertical town and Western Europe’s tallest building. The
The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) networking seminar From Promotion to Profit, takes place at Wyevale East Nurseries on Wednesday 17 October from 4pm. The seminar will provide an excellent
Wyevale East Nurseries are pleased to host two events in conjunction with the APL in October. Both of these events have been organised with our customers in mind and are
The Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) is inviting entries for the APL Awards 2013. Sponsored by Bradstone, the awards provide an opportunity to celebrate the best in British landscaping and
COREgravel Gravel Stabiliser is the core of hassle-free gravel paving for all types of vehicle or pedestrian traffic with no compromise in strength and durability. Part of a natural porous
Whether used in isolation or as an essential Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) technique, concrete block permeable paving has proven itself over decades of successful use around the world. Updated guidance
SCH (Supplies) recommend their Professional Leaf Suction Unit (Ref PSU). Powered by a 9hp Honda engine, the unit is mounted on a two wheel chassis with an integral tow bar
The Maruyama range includes trimmers and brush cutters, multicutter systems, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers and accessories but it was the Maruyama Multi-Cutter with Landscape Blade and the new Maruyama Brush
DMMP Limited has a varied stable of products, which includes spreaders designed to handle potentially more difficult damp salt which may have been stored for some time. The vehicle-mounted Magnum
Green-tech is an award winning landscaping supplier, offering a huge range of quality landscaping materials and wholesale garden supplies with innovative products that enhance, protect and improve plants and their
The law passed by the UAE looks set to increase the % of green by 500% in the next 15 years and has $50 billion dollars allocated to help make
A project involving horticultural staff and students at Oatridge College in West Lothian is set to get the Royal seal of approval next week when Prince Charles and the Duchess
If you need a panel van equipped with a ½ ton tail lift, a 7.5 ton waste management vehicle equipped with a tipper tail lift, axel weighing system, reverse cameras
Capel Manor College is the largest land-based college in London, offering courses and apprenticeships for those interested in the environment, animals or working with plants, trees and flowers. Our students
Technical sales staff and directors from Everris’s York-based distributor, Green-Tech descended nearly a mile underground and travelled seven miles out beneath the North Sea to witness the extraction of raw
Outdoor LEDs new Spike Lights are robust, energy efficient LED lamps fitted to a 36cm pole which can be pushed into soft ground, or fixed into concrete and other materials.
Pinnacle Power Equipment have taken delivery of the world’s quietest industrial duty leaf and litter vacuum in its class, the new QUIETVAC from Billy Goat. “With noise levels as low
After 4 years of research and development, a completely new, non-foam based safety kneepad which ‘memorises’ its original form without reducing its cushioning effect from consecutive or prolonged use is
The new Etesia duocut range of mowers is capable of mowing with or without collection in all conditions, or for high-quality mulching, with no need for an accessory. That high
The new Wiedenmann Core Recycler is a self-propelled machine that lifts cores from the turf surface following hollow coring. It instantly and easily separates organic waste matter such as ‘thatch’
New Holland’s popular range of Boomer Compact tractors has been further extended and upgraded with the introduction of six new Boomer models producing 23hp – 47hp. An upgraded EasyDrive continuously
2.5 DI-D 4WD Barbarian Double Cab Automatic (Diesel) £29,158.80 Visitors parking at next week’s Saltex show should take extreme care as The Landscaper editor David Curtis will be trying to
More than 50 of the world’s top pole climbers will arrive at APF 2012 to compete in the Husqvarna World 25m Pole Climbing Championships. This biannual competition involves the climbers
Daniel Chamovitz, writing in the latest edition of New Scientist puts forward a compelling argument that although they lack noses, eyes, ears, mouths and skin plants are capable of seeing,
Men’s waistlines in the land industries are expanding more rapidly than people working in any other business sector, according to workwear specialists Alexandra. The company, which provides construction and manual
Forest Garden has announced that garden centre chain Dobbies has signed up to support its National Tidy Garden Campaign. Dobbies, which has over 30 stores across the UK, is supporting
On the 13/14/15th September 35 of Europes finest working heavy horses will hoof their way to Ragley Estate, Alcester, Warwickshire to take part in the European Horse Logging Championships taking
Q Lawns the well-known turf growers have just taken delivery of two eco-friendly VW Golf Bluemotion cars so that the sales team can keep in touch with customers with minimal
Phil Voice, founder of the Landscape Juice Network, has announced that he will be driving an Etesia H124 mower from Bergerac in France up to John O’Groats in Scotland. Phil’s
Capel Manor College is the largest land-based college in London, offering courses and apprenticeships for those interested in the environment, animals or working with plants, trees and flowers. Their students
Over 250 exhibitors and 20000 visitors are expected over the three days. The APF Exhibition is the UK’s largest showcase for woodlands, forestry, arboriculture, fencing, trees and timber. Over 250
IOG SALTEX continues to attract influential buyers and decision-makers from the turf and open space management industry, with nearly three-quarters (72 per cent) of the 9,267 visitors to last year’s
Now in its 37th year, Glee is the UK’s most valued annual garden retail show featuring a huge range of leading brands and smaller enterprises from the UK and abroad.
Our roving reporter Ffion Llwd-Jones ffion@fljmedia.com (07546 108 195) will be attending the show, interviewing exhibitors and posting a report for the next edition of The Landscaper. Acorn Nurseries,Anglo Eastern,
From left: Tom Tevlin managing director Paving and Derry Mc Keown UK Director Kilsaran International is expanding its presence in the UK as part of its international growth ambitions, it
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
Carol Paris has agreed to join the HTA as its new Director General. HTA Vice President Stan Green of Growforth who chaired the final stages of an extensive selection process
The HESCO Garden 2011 claimed a second successive gold medal for Leeds at the Chelsea Flower Show The show garden which secured back-to-back gold medals for Leeds at the RHS
Fiberweb Geosynthetics have added TRUCKPAVE heavy-duty permeable pavers to their portfolio of grass and ground reinforcement products. The two pavers TRUCKPAVE 80 and TRUCKPAVE 100 complement Fiberweb’s existing product portfolio,
An early day motion has been tabled in the House of Commons in response to concerns about the decline in urban parks due to recent cuts to their maintenance budget,
Andy Sturgeon won Gold and the prestigious ‘Award for Horticultural Excellence’ for a contemporary tropical garden at the Singapore Garden Festival last month. The biennial garden event, which launched in
A £6.6 million proposal produced by LDA Design to rejuvenate Cassiobury Park in Watford has secured support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and the Big Lottery Fund (BIG). Formerly
Fabweld Steel Products, manufacture of access covers and drainage equipment, have signed up to the Made in Britain campaign which wants to create a national marque to demonstrate products which
Engineers at multidisciplinary consultancy Pick Everard are leading a team currently working on North Tyneside Council’s plans for restoring Northumberland Park to its Victorian glory. A £2.2million grant awarded by
The Smart Dustfighter from DF Ecology is designed to provide outside workers with safe protection from airborne contaminates and is ideally suited for contractors working with dust producing equipment, such
Radley College, Oxford, has added new sporting facilities with help of Speedcut Contractors. The college has a reputation for some of the best sporting facilities in the country. The new
Limagrain UK has published a Specifiers Handbook in which technical information and advice on grass species and recommended mixtures for a range of different situations are provided. The 36-page A4
The RHS has issued advice to help deal with fungal and bacterial diseases following the recent warm, wet weather. There has been a surge in fungal and bacterial diseases which
Irrigation specialists Access Irrigation have launched their all-new website The comprehensive website provides a wealth of information on the design and installation of irrigation for a wide range of applications
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
British Hardwood Tree Nursery has secured a £30,000 grant that will be invested in warehousing, a new computer system and bespoke software at its Snitterby base. British Hardwood Tree Nursery
A section of residential central London is undergoing a major change in the way its communal gardens are maintained, with a marked benefit to the local environment. This significantly includes
Green Flag for Hotham Park, Bognor Regis – Arun District Council. Michael Rowlands, Park Manager, Arun District Council (far left) with Eddie Packman, Guy Hunter and Adam Marshall, all operatives
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
A new website for the Plant Professional has been launched. It provides an effective on-line magazine/website to act as an in-depth news platform for the plant industry. This site covers
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
Playdale’s new brochure is now available , showcasing equipment from their Timber, City, Multi-Use Games Areas and i.play ranges. With 260 jam-packed pages it features a huge selection of products
The Sun is now in the quietest phase of its 11-year activity cycle, the solar minimum – in fact, it has been unusually quiet this year – with over 200
JS Agriculture have landed a new Grounds Maintenance Contract at London City Airport. London City is technically the only airport actually in London. It is ideally located for those who
A new high-capacity transfer wheel line marking machine from Techneat Engineering now gives a more flexible, easy-to-use, low-cost option for managing a wider range sports pitches. The Acu-Line TWL20 uses
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
Cambridge City Council has used a digital map of trees, created by aerial mapping company Bluesky, to inform tree planting and management. As part of a wider project to address
Drivewayfix promote a simple product range to deal with potholes and faded Tarmac meaning that fully resurfacing is no longer the only option. The drive is first cleaned using a
Unnecessary idling wastes millions of pounds of fuel and reduces air quality, London drivers are warned Research shows that if London’s drivers turn off their engines rather than idling for
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
Set for a September launch at the IOG SALTEX show, the all new TWIGA SPV (Self Propelled Vehicle) range marks the beginning of an exciting new era for Spearhead. Dubbed
Sochi – Glavstroy Company, part of Basic Element, one of the Russia’s largest diversified business groups, today announced a groundbreaking landscape design project for the main 2014 Olympic Village in
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
Micron Group, has launched InjectorDos Pro – a metered-dose injector for the control of Japanese Knotweed aimed at the professional contractors and local authorities. The new InjectorDos Pro features a
The sun shone through, just, for the second BALI Landscaping Show, which took place at Stoneleigh Park, near Coventry. Show organisers, Brintex, were delighted with the turnout at this year’s
BALI Yorkshire and North East Region have organised a trip to see this year’s horticultural highlight – Floriade 2012 in Venlo, Netherlands Schedule Depart: Thursday 27th September 2012 Return: Sunday
A & J Scott is a leading independent UK home grown sawmill, providing a flexible, versatile service to customers nationwide. They supply sawn softwood timber for a wide variety of
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
In the current weather conditions it is obvious the problems that contractors are facing trying to keep on top of grass cutting, with more than enough rain and warm conditions,
Ryetec will officially introduce the Contractor range of Log processing machinery at the APF show in Sept . These machines offer a complete range of log saws, both horizontal and
Extremely rare and exquisite pieces of prehistory unearthed by Oxfordshire-based Jurassic Stone mare now available as works of art. Petrified Wood is a remarkable and fascinating phenomenon; a three dimensional
Designer, Paul Hervey-Brookes, at the Forest of Deans Stone Firms’ Barnhill Quarry, selecting one of his Pennant sandstone feature stones. Pennant sandstone from the Forest of Dean helped Gloucestershire-based designer,
The new Robin 3.4m and Robin 4.3m arm mowers feature the Bomford rationalized style taken from their big sister, the Falcon Evo. The Robin has twin pump independent hydraulics
ChapelWood have launched new range of products for the 2012/2013 season The 50 Finest Suet Balls contain premium ingredients including mealworms and peanuts and are presented in a reusable
The Crop Protection Association (CPA) is to take the lead in developing a certificated E-learning course to meet new statutory training requirements for retailers of garden care products. New UK
Overstone Park Golf Club in Northamptonshire has recently taken delivery of a Sisis Flexibrush, designed to groom and stand up the sward as well as removing dew, using floating v-brush
This year urban park visits are up by 13% and 93% of the population agreed that having open green spaces close to where they live is important*, proving the significance
Over the past few months, Apache’s technical experts have been busy designing a range of optional extras to enhance the trailer range. Now the standard trailers have a range of
SPEEDCUT CONTRACTORS are completing a busy round of sportsturf jobs despite the unseasonal spring and summer weather proving a challenge. Contracts manager Barry Pace said: “Virtually every project has been
Manchester grows for gold as Plantscape fills its streets with colour for the Olympics Dozens of street planters bursting with the vibrant colours of London 2012 will be installed
Cheddar Garden Centre has been announced as a main show sponsor for the National Gardening Show – the leading showcase for the finest in Autumn gardening. Part of the successful
AS-Motor from Bühlertann has developed the AS 65 Scout to tackle troublesome, fast-growing saplings The AS 65 Scout was developed on the basis of the AS 65 Allmäher, AS-Motor’s
Throughout the busy summer months, up until the 30th August, Kramp are open till 8pm, Monday to Thursday. You will still benefit from the next day delivery service and Kramp’s
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 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
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is delighted to see the four remaining hosepipe bans lifted following the latest deluge of heavy rain. South East Water, Veolia South East, Veolia Central
The first Expo Tree Centre Opheusden puts the important avenue and ornamental tree region around Opheusden in the spotlight. In this part of Holland, approximately 130 nurseries produce a
Mitsubishi Motors in the UK is pleased to confirm the re-introduction of the popular L200 Trojan Double Cab to add to the current L200 line-up. The 12MY Trojan, which goes
It has been another triumphant year for members of the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) with many winning prestigious medals at RHS Hampton Court Flower
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
Garden designers are shared their experiences of the riots last summer and bombing at Edgware road in 2005 at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, to demonstrate hope and
The Northumberlandia giant earth sculpture is turning green as the swathes of seed sown across the iconic structure spring to life. DLF Trifolium Johnsons and hydroseeding specialists CDTS teamed up
After 4 years of research and development, a completely new, non-foam based safety kneepad which ‘memorises’ its original form without reducing its cushioning effect from consecutive or prolonged use, is
Set within 250 acres of rolling Sussex countryside within the South Downs National Park the Barn at Roundhurst is a complex of luxury B&B accommodation with a stylish reception, lounge
Jewson has re-launched its specialist Landscaping website, designed to showcase its full and extended product range for garden projects. The new site invites customers to select from Jewson’s wide
Timberplay were selected by cutting edge landscape designer Nicholas Dexter for incorporation in his entry for this year’s Chelsea Flower Show – entitled Climate Calm. With a widespread drought forecast
Compliance with new labelling requirements for the use of herbicides on hard surfaces will help ensure targeted, effective weed control and responsible stewardship by the amenity sector, according to the
Dennis mowers are set to put in a winning performance at the European Football Championships, known to millions of fans simply as Euro 2012. Hosted in Warsaw, Wroclaw, Poznan and
TENSAR’S EURO ROUTE Creating a 17.9 km bypass to improve traffic flow, the new Gdansk road is being built as part of a programme of infrastructure improvements which includes those
Stem Injection Systems specialist in the supply of products and equipment for the treatment and management of invasive, non-native plants, continues to focus on an improved equipment range for contractors
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), also known as White Finger, is a condition affecting nerves and circulation caused by vibration. The effect is cumulative – each exposure can worsen the condition.
Interhort is a division of Taylors Choice, a family run business spanning four generations, and has been serving the horticultural industry for almost 50 years. “ Horticulture is in our
The recent rains, says the RHS, have helped gardeners but also have caused problems. The rain has meant that, despite the drought orders in some parts of the country, there
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is working with the Sylva Foundation to run a survey in the TreeWatch initiative to map the incidences of European pear rust across the country.
With exhibitor space at a premium the two-day arboricultural extravaganza the ARB Show 2012 is turning out to be a real success. Five companies have chosen The ARB Show 2012
Azpects will be introducing their leading-edge hard landscaping products at the show EASYJoint the increasingly popular, environmentally friendly paving joint compound which delivers brilliant results & big savings in labour
BALI is organising a trip to Floriade 2012 – the World Horticultural Exposition – at Venlo in Holland this July for members, partners and industry colleagues. This event only happens
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
Contract hire and finance lease offers are available from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, even a large Crafter van is available from £309 a month. In addition, the best-selling Transporter, which fits
The future of an attractive woodland, a play area and seven other pieces of land in Warrington have been secured thanks to a deal between the Homes and Communities Agency
Trade Van Driver has announced the winners of its 2012 Trade Van Driver awards, with the Isuzu Grafter 3.5t rigid truck winning the award for ‘Best Builder’s Truck 2012‘. According
Glee has confirmed that over 80% of the show’s dedicated landscaping and garden design category is now booked With such a strong presence the show promises to bring buyers thousands
BroomEx produce a range of powerful yet easy to use walk-behind rotary brooms for all small to medium sweeping and collecting tasks. There are four models to choose from, each
On 21st May all seven water companies who had imposed Temporary Use Bans announced an exemption for the establishment of newly laid turf, and plants, for up to 28 days.
A floral features supplier has planted around 90,000 red, white and blue flowers to create a host of displays designed to mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations across the country.
For the first time since the Amarok was introduced in the UK launch last year, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is introducing a competitive finance offer from £299 a month (plus VAT
Bradstone’s Panache paving range has been used to unite landscaping and nature in an innovative Fresh Silver medal winning garden at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Created as part
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) today welcomes the news from the water companies that landscaping and turf businesses will have further exemptions from the hosepipe ban. The adjustment
Members of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) and Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) presented the best examples of horticultural excellence, design and landscaping at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
Hillier clinch a 67th consecutive RHS Chelsea Gold medal with ‘Duel and the Crown’ & catch the Royal eye Hillier Nurseries have triumphed over a difficult growing season to win
‘Out of the Blue’, a joint collaboration between award-winning landscape artist Alan Gardner and turf specialist Lindum, has won a bronze medal at the RHS Chelsea 2012. The garden is
The M&G Garden has been awarded a prestigious Gold medal at the 2012 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The garden, designed for the show’s main sponsors M&G Investments by award-winning landscape
An amateur photographer originally from Slovakia has been picked by TV explorer Ben Fogle as the winner of a national photo competition to find the UK’s winning National Parks landscape.
Playtop has launched a new safer surfacing system for children’s playgrounds, which is at least 82% re-used materials. This latest range from Playtop uses a base made from recycled truck
Elmwood College, Cupar, Scotland, through a licence agreement with The Greenkeepers Training Committee (GTC), is extending its greenkeeper training provision by embracing the latest eportfolio technology. The college will be
Staff from ISS Facility Services Landscaping, Wakefield and District Housing, Wakefield District Council and ISS sister division Rainbow International joined forces with the children and residents from the Minsthorpe Estate
Fiberweb Geosynthetics manufactures TERRAM – a diverse range of mesh, paving and fabric solutions designed to strengthen, stabilise and protect grass surfaces while allowing full natural grass growth. These can
With exhibitor space at a premium The ARB Show 2012 is turning out to be a bit of a showcase. Five companies have chosen The ARB Show 2012 to launch
John Deere Financial has announced two new interest-free finance programmes for UK customers. The first is available for golf and bowls clubs, who may order any new golf & turf
CDC Contractors is based in Sizewell, Suffolk and has diversified from smallholding to landscaping and grounds maintenance work. The family firm have a major contract for the local authority, cutting
Timberplay have further strengthened their offering for Urban Spaces and Public Places by joining forces with Concrete, the German owned Skate Park specialists. This new partnership complements Timberplay’s existing product
The Plankbridge Shepherd’s Hut garden is a nostalgic, relaxing, Dorset wild flower garden, featuring the first shepherd’s hut to be exhibited in a show garden at RHS Chelsea. The hut
Member of the Turfgrass Growers Association who supply to the seven water company regions where hosepipe bans are in place have described the impact on their businesses as “very serious”
Following the London 2012 Games, the Olympic Park is set to become the biggest public park in Europe. Crowders Nurseries supplied the Olympic Park with £150,000 worth of trees and
Alitex is launching the new Thomas Messenger Greenhouse design at this years RHS Chelsea Flower Flower Show. The company believes that this new design offers the finest 21st century interpretation
THE BLEC Multivator is the answer to the growing demand for de-compacting and topdressing by recycling natural buried and existing soil/sand up to the surface – saving time and money.
Can Blackbirds fly whilst asleep? Why do they run across the lawn? The Common Blackbird has an extensive range, estimated at 10 million square kilometres (3.8 million square miles), and
Hillier Garden Centres in the South of England are set to host a unique form of community involvement this month. Seven Hillier branches have linked up with sportsmen and women
Alan Postill propagator of Daphne bholua Jaqueline Postill has bred a sensational new golden form of the Mexican orange blossom. Due to be launched at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
The Royal Bank of Canada Blue Water Garden aims to showcase inventive urban rainwater management in keeping with the goals of the RBC Blue Water Project, a wide-ranging, 10-year global
Award-winning landscape artist Alan Gardner and leading turf specialist Lindum are jointly collaborating on an inspirational new garden for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2012. The Alan Gardner Lindum Garden,
London garden designers Willmott Whyte expect visitors to this year’s Chelsea Flower Show to be surprised and refreshed by the contemporary style of their Italian inspired artisan garden. The garden
The recent rains, says the RHS, have helped gardeners but also have caused problems. The rain has meant that, despite the drought orders in some parts of the country, there
Canvey Wick, on Canvey Island in Essex, is a c19 hectare site (an area equivalent to around 25 football pitches) which has been hailed in the past as a ‘brownfield
The Tomberlin VANISH, from ePower Trucks, costs just pennies per mile to run, it offers big savings on fuel as well as CO2 emissions. Lighter, more powerful and with more
Following the record rainfall over the last month, representatives from the landscape and turf industry are calling for water companies to review their Temporary Use Bans and provide concessions for
Professional Bird Spikes, supplied by Procter Pest-Stop, are the proven solution to problems caused by birds such as feral pigeons, herring gulls and starlings to property and public spaces. Supplied
In partnership with Apprentices for Business (A4B), Hampshire based Hambrooks has just taken on seven apprentices to add to their 80 strong work force. Hambrooks chose to collaborate with A4B,
The specialist website DIY Matters have announced the launch of TRADE COUNTER which is aimed at supporting Landscape Gardening and Professional Horticultural companies by offering significant reductions, on top of
Left to right: Nick Darking and Herman De Bree. Nick Darking has been promoted to General Manager of Surrey based Charterhouse Turf Machinery Herman de Bree, Sales & Marketing Director
The Wessex ProLine TGX-150-H, designed in conjunction with Ransomes Jacobsen is quiet, smooth, fast and highly manoeuvrable. It will cope with longer grass on roadside verges, an important factor with
Visit any event in our industry and the car park is packed with 4X4’s. The latest arrival is from Great Wall – The Steed. David Curtis gets behind the wheel
John Deere is celebrating it’s 175 birthday… It’s an incredible journey – from the production of a few ploughs to a multi million dollar world wide operation. David Curtis and
Recent research by Screwfix, has revealed that nearly half of tradesmen are more security-conscious than they were 12 months ago, with 38 per cent stating that they are now ‘very
With 33 million visitors to the website and more than 119,000 ideas submitted, the ‘People’s Car Project’ (PCP) launched in China 11 months ago has far exceeded all expectations. Three
Fiat Professional’s New Punto Van 2012 made its UK debut at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show. The New Punto Van replaces the Grande Punto Van in the Fiat Professional line-up
The Travis Perkins scratch card competition is open to trade customers spending over £100 excluding VAT on landscaping products. The scratch card offers the chance to win a range of
The latest additions to the Wessex range are Professional and Country trailers, which have been specifically designed for use with a compact tractor. Wessex Professional trailers are built tough to
Head Greenkeeper Steve Horwood is working with Headland Amenity to achieve significant improvements to a tricky course while making savings on seed and chemicals that benefit the budget, the environment
When mowing on hills the AS 9404 Sherpa gives the necessary protection with its roll bar and integrated differential lock, while the permanent four-wheel drive and 22.4 HP twin-cylinder engine
When mowing on hills the AS 9404 Sherpa gives the necessary protection with its roll bar and integrated differential lock, while the permanent four-wheel drive and 22.4 HP twin-cylinder engine
The Prince’s Natural House garden was officially opened today by Prince’s Foundation Ambassador and Chelsea flower show gold medal winner Diarmuid Gavin. The garden at the Prince’s Natural House is
Revaho UK distributors for Hunter irrigation products, have announced the launch of the ST 1600 long range sprinklers. The ST-1600 had been specifically developed for irrigating large areas where sprinklers
The Landscaper editor has been constructing his own organic vegetable garden this year – the three stages of it’s development below
The Wessex ProLine HTC-18 collector is a sweeper, a scarifier and a flail mower. You simply order it as either the sweeper, flail collector or scarifier and then change modes
Dom Sweet’s (15) garden-shed music sessions led to his drum kit being confiscated by Tewkesbury Borough Council, following complaints from his neighbours. Dom could now see his beloved drums returned
The SweepEx push broom system has the ability to sweep virtually any material , Fine dust, grain, small stones and pebbles, packaging scrap, metal swarf, mud and even snow. You
Pic from left: Roger Millington and Mike Evans Mike Evans and Roger Millington have been looking after the extensive grounds of Hill Valley Spa, Hotel and Golf, including two 18
SuDSsource has announced details of the 2012 National SuDS Conference – a forum for development of unified best practice and help for all those seeking guidance on Sustainable Drainage Systems.
Anyone who is responsible for maintaining gardens, parks and open spaces during the drought should know that SCH (Supplies) Ltd has a dazzling array of waterers and bowsers, varying in
FAWCETT’S POND LINERS supply a vast number of Water Boards, County Councils, Salmon and Trout Fisheries and The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust with large liners and everything that is needed
Stewart offer a wide ranging, versatile planter collection. Their decorative planters are especially stylish yet manufactured in tough, durable plastics. This makes them much easier to lift and move than
The HTA BALI and the Turfgrass Growers Association held talks with the water industry as part of organisations’ united efforts to minimise the potential negative effects of the hosepipe ban
The Drift has become the first golf club in the UK to upgrade to Toro’s new Lynx irrigation control system software. The 18-hole woodland course in Surrey was installed with
Horticulturalists affected by the hosepipe ban are using self watering containers to conserve water and maintain displays during dry conditions. The self watering planters have a built in reservoir with
Cheshire-based Stem Injection Systems first introduced the JK1000 stem injection system into the UK over seven years ago. Subsequently working closely with a growing number of local authorities, developers and
It would cost the UK £1.8 billion every year to hand-pollinate crops without bees – 20% more than previously thought – according to research by Friends of the Earth, part
The latest edition of the Royal Horticultural Society’s annual publication, RHS Plant Finder 2012-2103 is now available by mail order and from bookstores for £15.99. This encyclopaedia of around 70,000
After 15 years as Sales and Marketing Director, Andy Chalmers has been promoted to Managing Director Chalmers’ entire career has been spent in the forestry, timber products and horticultural sectors,
Reports from HTA’s regional team suggest garden centre trade in the first three months of the year ended strongly although sales over the Easter weekend proved disappointing. Warm, sunny weather
Huddersfield College contacted specialist contractors Artificial Grass Maintenance when their pitch started to show signs of increased contamination causing substantial drainage problems. Following a site appraisal by the company’s staff,
Marshalls have announced a new three-year deal with the Woodland Trust. The company has signed up to the Trust’s Woodland Carbon project – a carbon removal scheme that ‘locks up’
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Due to the current drought, and the enforcement of hose-pipe bans which came into effect today, The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) is still working very hard to persuade
Appleby Golf Club’s course manager Steve Campbell (foreground) and assistant Grant Dougherty on their time-saving John Deere E-Cut hybrid mowers, equipped with QA cutting units. Appleby Golf Club’s long-serving course
The Crescent, Hinckley regeneration scheme has today received the go-ahead from the Secretaries of State, who have confirmed both the Compulsory Purchase Order and the linked Highway Stopping Up Order.
The HTA and APL together with representatives from BALI and the Turfgrass Growers Association will be to discuss ways that the sector can address the impacts of the temporary use
Merlo UK sell the distinctive orange and grey Multi-Tool telehandler/tractor combination and a re-launch of its tracked carrier series, Cingo 2. The 120HP, hydrostatic drive Multi-Tool features a rear-mounted three-point
From early spring through to summer part of creating a perfect garden will be the part played by hanging floral displays. The perfect basket will have been thought through carefully;
A new Volvo EC20C mini excavator equipped with bespoke twin dozer blades has been delivered to Highland Council based in Inverness and has been put in charge of digging burial
Continued growth at Rocket Rentals Gloucestershire, has led to an increase in the number of Doosan excavators in the company’s fleet to well over 60 machines, all supplied by the
For the fifth consecutive year ISS Facility Services Landscaping has been honoured amongst the ‘best of the best’ with the attainment of one gold and two silver leaf eFIG (European
The RHS and the APL have announced the entries that have been selected for the new ‘Low Cost, High Impact’ category at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.
There were 420 water-related deaths from accidents or natural causes across the UK in 2010, according to a report published today by the National Water Safety Forum (NWSF). The report,
The National Trust’s Wicken Fen is a National Nature Reserve with 650 acres of wetland of European importance offering primary habitats for a number of endangered species. Additionally, as a
The April issue of HTA Market Update reports that garden centre sales to the end of February are up 2%. Garden centres traded strongly through January (up 10%) but fell
The Drift has become the very first golf club in the UK to upgrade to Toro’s new Lynx irrigation control system software. The 18-hole woodland course in Surrey was installed
Hanson Formpave have produced a new dedicated merchant brochure. The brochure is aimed at the paving and landscaping contractor. It is easily navigated, defining the three key paving collections; the
RainWater Harvesting has just launched the latest version of the Rain Director, a rainwater management system for the control of rainwater around the home and garden. It is a sophisticated
The Giraffa pictured is the 210SI model, and costs £6,999 + VAT A left hand offset model of Maschio’s medium duty flail mower, the Giraffa has been launched in the
A group of likely contenders Smashing results week after week Fit bootcamp has been voted the hardest toughest ever! With amazing average inch loss of 17.5” and 8.5lbs it is
The Wessex Proline TGX outfront flail mowers complement all the leading brands and make short work of long or fine grass. While a rotary will cut longer grass it will
A new range of recycled furniture is helping to reduce the amount of agricultural waste sent to landfill sites and cut emissions by recycling the materials that are used to
A product designed to help container gardeners and grow your own enthusiasts reduce their water consumption has been developed. The ‘Water Once a Week’ planter was demonstrated at the 2nd
The HTA has reported that all water companies that are implementing hosepipe bans on 5 April will be exempting drip watering systems. This means that Sutton & East Surrey, Veolia
Timberplay have strengthened their offering for Urban Spaces and Public Places by joining forces with Concrete, the German owned Skate Park specialists. Concrete Skate represents the highest design and construction
Limagrain UK’s annual flower seed mixture, Douce France from its Colour Splash range, provided stunning colour to the grounds of Bath University, in south west England, last summer. To add
One of London’s most celebrated centres of art and culture, Somerset House is renowned for its spectacular architecture, beautiful grounds and year-round programme of events and exhibitions. This March saw
With the legislation becoming mandatory from 29th October 2012 for all Road Tow machines and vehicles, Timberwolf have taken the proactive step of becoming homologated ahead of schedule so that
Video from the Bali / Playfair show. Overview of the BALI and Playfair shows Overview of the BALI show Overview of the Playfair show. Andrew Rodwell from SCH Will Carr
In a move to ensure the build quality of sports facilities in the UK, SAPCA (The Sports and Play Construction Association) has launched a scheme that will see all synthetic
Ever have one of those moments when you think to yourself, “Boy, I wish I had my camera?!” Well, you can enjoy the good fortune of
Rolawn have been getting behind the gardening industry charity day of March 13th with head office staff coming to work in fancy dress and the company donating 5% of the
Bristol companies Elmtree Garden Contractors and Craig West Turf have completed works to re-turf Bristol’s College Green for a fraction of the estimated cost. The historic green area in Bristol’s
The makers of the amphibian car Aquada have come up with an ATV (quad) that can turn into a jetski in 5 seconds! An ATV that can transform itself to
A Black Country-based gardening and cleaning service is expanding its operations by opening a new base in Coventry – creating new jobs and apprenticeships. Greenscape, which was established 27 years
A selection of well-established camellia and blueberry plants is being offered at half price in a special springtime sale at Wimborne’s Trehane Nursery from 31 March. The camellias include the
Timberplay have announced a new partnership with Santa & Cole. The addition of this range of products will enhance Timberplay’s offer to professionals working in the field of enhancing external
The winners of the Association of Professional Landscapers Awards (APL) will be announced at the presentation lunch on Wednesday 14 March at the Roof Gardens, Kensington. The Awards, sponsored by
Launched by artificial pitch maintenance experts Technical Surfaces Cricket Carpets Direct is a dedicated online service providing traditional carpets at traditional prices. A wide range of products and services are
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has launched its global search for the most inspirational and creative garden photography. Amateur and professional photographers of all ages are invited to submit their
Foreground: (L-R) managing director of Forest Pennant, Nick Horton and Charcon commercial manager – natural stone, Steve Hook. Background: Members of the Charcon sales team and Forest Pennant sales manager,
Center Parcs has announced that it has signed an agreement with Central Bedfordshire Council to commence the construction of a roundabout near the site of its proposed holiday village at
The emergency ‘Drought Summit’, called by the Government’s land resources agency, Defra, has highlighted the perilous state of the UK’s water reserves. Large parts of England are already experiencing drought
A set of motion activated garden lights have been launched by LED lighting specialist Mr Beams. The twin pack of stylish lights includes a remote control so they can be
The recently completed Alitex Greenhouse at the Thrive Garden in Battersea Park where plants are being grown for the Alitex stand at Chelsea Flower Show (stand no. MA09)
Makita’s latest self-propelled mulching mower has a 51cm cutting width and five, easily adjusted cutting heights between 25mm and 70mm. The new Makita PLM5121 mower is powered by the latest
John O’Conner Ltd., the independent grounds maintenance company responsible for many parks and green spaces across the country, has launched its 2012 national search for five more apprentices. The scheme
The health and safety culture has been under attack recently with claims that it destroys enterprise and causes unemployment. Every one has the right to work without damage to their
Hanson Formpave has completed a permeable car park scheme at Sainsbury’s 1,000th store, in Irvine, Scotland. Around 6,700m2 of the company’s market-leading permeable paving SUDS system, Aquaflow has been installed
An illustrated hard back 128 page reference guide, The Gardener’s Calendar is a useful resource for both seasoned landscapers and growers alike. Sharing her experience and expertise, Pippa Greenwood takes
Jeremy Storey-Walker Event Director of Landscape 2012 ( pictured) confirmed today that advanced registrations for his show in March are 70 per cent up on 2011, he told The Landscaper,
Staff in the landscaping industry who have to wear a uniform to work could be entitled to claim for a special tax rebate, according to workwear specialists Alexandra. Employees who
L-R Mark Woodhouse Chairman, Antony Woodhouse Managing Director, David French Beer Company Director, Toby Heasman Head Brewer Badger ales is raising a glass to some very welcome news – the
Following the announcement from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) of drought conditions in the southeast of the UK, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Members’ Advisory Service
Playdale have added two exhilarating new products to their Movers range the Aero Tilt and Rota Glide. The Aero Tilt is the mischievous brother of the Aero Whirl, providing a
The Managing Director of Upton-based Sutcliffe Play has shared the company’s experience of becoming an employee-owned business at a parliamentary meeting. Viv Jebson was invited to answer questions at the
Anyone looking for an energetic day out will find plenty of inspiration at their nearest RHS Gardens Free Entry Day, 2 March. Take this opportunity to visit one of the
On Thursday the 15th of March 2012 at LANDSCAPE at Olympia, The London College of Garden Design will be sponsoring a series of seminars entitled “Why I Chose to Become..”
Over the past few months, Glee has undertaken one of the biggest research projects that the show has ever seen. The aim of the project was to collect buyer and
A new Grading Plane for small compact tractors is now available from US firm Earth & Turf Products. ? Sixty-inch grading width ? 280 Lbs. weight for compatibility with small
Wessex ATV equipment AF and AFC flail mowers are designed to complement ATV’s and UTV’s, offering heavy-duty performance coupled with a range of features well suited to controlling dense vegetation,
The Grass Factory is a family run business based in the heart of Lancashire, who set up as an artificial grass company three years ago. ” We are happy to
The Smoke and Mirrors show garden, designed by Alexandra Froggatt and supported by Brett Landscaping, has triumphed at the RHS London Plant and Design Show after winning a Gold Medal,
The AeraVator is a line of aerators/seeders, designed for very hard soil conditions and the renovation of sports pitches, golf courses and parks. The soil penetrating system of the AeraVator
Brand-new and completely revised Optigreen Technical Brochure – Expert Green Roof Knowledge and Service Clearly arranged and structured, there are 10 system and 13 product solutions for nearly all green
Trade show exhibitors are being asked to ‘stand up for charity’ and consider donating reusable building materials from their stands to a worthy cause. Dura Composites, exhibiting at Ecobuild next
Industry leaders in the maintenance of synthetic playing surfaces and facilities have jointly developed the industry’s first dedicated online resource. Visitors to the site will have access to world-leading information
Garden centre and nursery sales in the last quarter of 2011 were up on the previous year and that interest in grow your own looks to continue in 2012 according
Following conclusion of the largest open market forestry transaction in Scotland in over a year, property firm Bidwells has revealed remarkable levels of interest in two large Borders forests. The
Following the successful launch of the ‘Floral meadow in my garden’ concept in the UK in 2010, NOVA-FLORE has redefined distribution arrangements in the UK in order to strengthen the
Sarah Price picture Andrew Montgomery The Telegraph Garden for the 2012 RHS Chelsea Flower Show will be designed by Sarah Price. This will be Price’s first full-size show garden at
Sarah Squire and her father Colin Squire The Tillington Group comprises 11 major garden centre companies with locations throughout England. Despite the recession sales held up well in 2011 Sarah
LAFARGE have launched a new cold-busting concrete designed to set even at low temperatures. Chronolia Weathermix can tolerate far colder conditions than standard concrete with an accelerated setting time to
Commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu Truck UK is continuing with its drive to expand its dealer network during 2012. It appointed 7 new dealers during 2011 and as early as January
The case of a worker who was fatally crushed on a construction site is the inspiration behind a new Bill aimed at preventing companies going into administration to escape punishment
Wyevale East Nurseries, in association with Royal Horticultural Society are launching the Student Design and Build Award 2012 at the RHS Plant & Design Show February 14th and 15th. The
With just over a month to go before the Awards ceremony the judges have made their decisions and the shortlist for the Association of Professional Landscaper (APL) Awards 2012 has
When it comes to making a landscape grand, CANAL has the knowledge and engineering expertise to transform contemporary design ideas into magnificent glass and metalwork structures, that make impressive statements
Screwfix, has raised a fantastic £68,000 in 2011 for testicular and prostate cancer charity, Everyman, smashing its fundraising target by a staggering £18,000 From a gruelling bike ride around the
Green Roofs and Walls – Special Feature next issue Contact terry.ellacott@metropolis.co.uk 0208 253 8377 Look into the future now!
Plummeting temperatures has put a halt to turf growth, after a record-breaking mild winter that kept turf growing far longer than normal. Greenkeepers and turf managers should now consider using
Lantra Sector Skills Council is asking horticulturalists, gardeners, growers and landscapers to participate in an extensive review examining roles, skills and responsibilities of those working across all aspects of amenity
Twenty nine year-old David Smith, who runs his own successful garden maintenance company from his home in Plean, has won through to the final to challenge for the title of
Schools and local authorities are being invited to a free seminar focusing on a flexible funding service that makes it easy and affordable to achieve first-class sporting facilities. At a
Big bottomed Brits are responsible for the increasing size of street and park benches. Experts say local authorities are specifying “oversized” benches as obesity in the UK continues to rise.
New for 2012, Unosider UK are bringing luxury Italian gazebos to the UK market. Their range of gazebos can enhance external spaces, gardens, terraces and swimming pool areas. Unosider UK
Suzuki has announced that their range of KingQuad ATVs are now available with 0% finance at participating dealers. “We know that this is a particularly busy time of year for
Scott Lelliott of PSD Groundscare hands the first part of the AS Motors stock order to Gordon White of Scamblers AJ Scamblers have confirmed their appointment as dealer for the
In 2008 Martyn Mogford, Chairman of Gavin Jones was named Grantee of the Warrant for recognition of the services as Landscape Maintenance Contractors to HM The Queen. The Royal Warrant
Play Direct UK.Com will be selling the VegTrug range into schools throughout the UK. The range of VegTrug products are the perfect tool for children to learn and understand about
HydroForce Pumps have produced new clean water pump for rainwater harvesting tanks. With the strapline ‘quality under pressure’, the new HydroForce pump has been designed with a number of important
SUDSCAPE is a hard landscaping system that is comprised of a base layer of recycled car tyres, and a top layer of UV stable resin mixed with a stone finish.
The first five readers to e-mail win a free copy! Snowbells, foxgloves, primroses and bluebells are just some of the beautiful wild plants that regularly feature in our gardens. But
To combat misuse of the API brand and highlight the benefits of using an API member, the API has created a new resource for schools, communities and local authorities. Top
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With its 200th store launch this month, Screwfix, the leading multi-channel trade supplier, has launched the latest edition of its catalogue. The new catalogue is the first of many Screwfix
ePower Trucks, distributor of all-electric light commercial vehicles, has welcomed the announcement of a new £8,000 Government subsidy for electric vans. Under the programme, announced by Transport Minister Norman Baker
The Triflex large area mower capacity to cut grass of any length to a close high quality finish in one pass without unsightly rows or lumps of cut grass afterward
A Devon fishing town has picked up an award for staging the best eco-friendly Christmas lights display for the fourth year running after investing in the country’s only solar-powered street
Charles Tassell who farms in Ulcombe, Kent has recently become the proud owner of a 1948 Field Marshall, Series 2. The tractor returned to home shores in October 2007 having
Phil Voice the organiser of the trade show Creating Landscapes has confirmed that the show will not take place again in 2012. Phil told The Landscaper “It was a tremendous
The ISA Annual Conference and Trade Show provides a forum for the exchange of information and opportunities to network with others in the arboricultural profession. The Conference and Trade Show
The Arboricultural Association provides a busy programme of events and training activities. Most activities are open to members and non-members although members can usually benefit from discounted rates and in
Two New Pests Slugs and snails have taken the top RHS pest enquiry slot for 2011 after having been toppled from the first place by viburnum beetle in 2010. Usually
Pic: Lance Jones Paul Mathers and Tony Heaney Over 30 representatives from Welsh local authorities and quarrying and mining companies with an interest in the restoration of landscapes affected by
The trade association Interpave has re-launched its Commercial paving and hard landscape website providing the definitive information resource on all aspects of the paved environment for landscapers, landscape designers, planners,
Maintenance firm Greenscape has won a £190,000 contract to look after the grounds of 125 housing estates in the West Midlands and Shropshire. The housing estates are all managed by
Research by Screwfix, has revealed that technology is fast becoming one of a tradesman’s most valuable business tools. Four out of five UK tradesmen now purchase trade goods online. The
With the help of Cambridge Filmworks, Enviromat have produced a short video showing how to create a living green roof using sedum matting. A green roof is a wildlife-friendly way
Despite the fact that the recession shows no signs of receding, the Landscaping industry is not only weathering the storm but looking towards 2012 with quiet confidence Carol Dutton reports
Ensuring your company has an effective health and safety policy can not only create a safer and healthier workplace for your employees, but can also surprisingly save a considerable amount
Hanson Formpave has recently completed the car park and landscape areas at a new hospice, called Little Harbour, part of the Children’s Hospice South West organisation by supplying 2,000m2 of
INTURF aimed to cut its use of energy by working more efficiently and so achieve a 10% cut in its carbon emissions in the process. In fact, through dramatically reducing
Play equipment manufacturer and designer Sutcliffe Play has strengthened its team further with two new appointments. Alix Oakes ( left ) has joined Sutcliffe Play as an Area Sales Manager,
The Association of Professional Landscapers has teamed up with the RHS to provide APL members with an exclusive opportunity to submit entries, free of charge, for a new category at
Agripower Contractors, a specialist in all aspects of natural and synthetic surfaces has completed the conversion of a former school demolition site in Luton into a state of the art
With advertising revenue showing a year on year increase The Landscaper is set for further expansion in 2012. In order to help facilitate this growth Editor/Publisher David Curtis has confirmed
A Dig for Victory exhibition pack, issued during the Second World War, has finally been returned to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) after nearly 70 years. The wooden crate of
A SURE-FOOTED solution to accessing environmental education in Yorkshire has been made possible with boardwalks ‘more sustainable than wood’ – made entirely from recycled plastic carrier bags and bottles. A
Cityroofs’ Aquadyne living wall system has been installed at the London offices of architects and designers Child Graddon Lewis (CGL). The architects have an internal ‘green team’ exploring various sustainability
Visitors to the Energy Now Expo 2012 will be able to see and learn why the Evance R9000 small wind turbine is proving so popular in rural areas. Already over
Pic : The new 2012 intake of John Deere Turf Tech apprentices, with Babcock instructors Jason Day (far left) and Richard Jenkins (far right). A record 45 apprentices have signed
The API has become a partner of the Right Year for Children (RY4C) campaign to support children’s right to play. RY4C will be active throughout 2012, backed-up by the Children’s
Fitrite eco-board comes complete with full marketing support including brochures and a personalised website. New to the market , it is both easy to install and maintain and generates nearly
Bedwellty House and Park in South Wales has now been returned to its former glory thanks to a three-year, £6 million restoration project. Working for John Weaver Contractors and also
Propagation from seed is affordable providing new plants, produce and colour year round for the garden. Sankey Garden Products offers a wide range of propagation equipment. Sankey’s Grostart Propagator is
The Signbox e-shop has added the Alumino display stand range. This contemporary looking silver anodised aluminium floor stand is designed to present A4 and A3 notices in portrait or landscape
Kramp Mobile is the perfect combination of high quality hardware and intelligent software. Based on the Apple iPad 2, this modern touchscreen tablet provides its users with the maximum degree
(Pictured Scott Green, centre Richard Kendrick , James Buchanan right.) Kramp UK have announced three new additions to their Sales and Marketing teams. James Buchanan is the company’s new Internal
Midlands garden and landscape timber products specialist M&M Timber opens its New Year account with a new competitive retail pricing structure. “Our new pricing structure will give independent garden centres
Townscape Products has been accredited by the Contractors Health and Safety Scheme (CHAS). Managing director, Jonathan Gosstold The Landscaper : “Becoming CHAS accredited saves a great deal of time for
Kawasaki has expand its network of Power Products dealers with the appointment of Chacewater-based Truro Tractors. The company will supply Kawasaki’s full range of Power Products to professional users and
Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment has launched the new Stage IIIB compliant DX300LC-3 crawler excavator. The new ROPS and OPG certified cab offers more space (+6%) for the operator and several
Etesia UK has published a new customer focused newsletter, aptly named ‘Cutting News’, with the first issue now available through their nationwide network of dealers, the company direct and via
National land charity the Land Trust is launching an international competition to find the most inspirational design and funding team to create a new visitor destination and public open space
Since the popular active ingredient Dichlobenil’s approval for use terminated in March 2010, many contractors and Local Authorities have found weed control strategies to protect ornamental and shrub areas more
The company that headed the restoration Capability Brown landscape at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa on the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire border has received a prestigious national award. Canterbury-based landscape
Trimetals manufacture a wide range of professional quality metal sheds and garden stores to suit all projects and gardens. Using materials which are approximately 50% thicker with twice the paint
Out of 31 recipients this year, eight Horticultural and Design students’ from Writtle College were selected for bursaries of £250 each from The David Colegrave Foundation, a charitable trust set
There are many different types of snow clearing machines on the market, snow blowers, snow brushes and snow blades. If you have deep dry, fluffy snow then a blower works
Buyer demand for property in the UK rose during November, but economic uncertainty continues to hold the market back from any meaningful recovery, says the latest RICS UK Housing Market
The first question to answer is why would you choose a wildflower environment in the first place? The Grasslands Trust state that “97% of our lowland meadows have disappeared since
Less than half of UK offices have Christmas decorations. Only 42% of offices are planning any form of Christmas decorations, according to a recent survey by leading office design company
Home builder St Edward has won the Best Landscaped – Urban Development accolade for Stanmore Place at the New Homes and Garden Awards 2011. Now in its eighth year, the
Global manufacturer, Kawasaki, is expanding its Power Products dealer network with the appointment of Northallerton-based Brian Robinson Machinery. The company will supply Kawasaki’s full range of Power Products to professional
Bugs and beasties will be warm and cosy this winter, thanks to two new bug hotels that have opened for business at RHS Garden Hyde Hall, near Chelmsford. Made from
A new landscape contract designed to raise standards in the garden design and construction industry, whilst saving UK consumer both time and money, has been launched by the Society of
Grillo have made further improvements to their Climber series. The new model is now known as the CL 922 and has been enhanced with the new generation B&S 22hp Intek
Avant Tecno of Thetford in Norfolk has announced the appointment of Nigel Carter as business development executive who will be responsible for expanding the brand into both established and new
The Woodland Trust is calling on everyone in the UK to come together to help transform communities for future generations by helping to plant a million trees in February 2012.
Emily Kirkland has been promoted to Customer Services Manager having previously worked for Rolawn as both a Sales Administrator and Customer Services Co-ordinator. Emily commented, “I am looking forward to
The date for the official launch event at City Park has been revealed – Saturday, 24 March. The park is due to open to the public in January when construction
Hanson Formpave has secured a contract to supply 4,500m2 of paving for the car parking and pedestrian zones at the new offices of Severn Trent Water in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. The
Bookings for the HTA National Plant Show 2012 are flying in with the number of companies exhibiting and stands booked already up on last year. The show, dedicated to showcasing
GREEN ROOFS / LIVING WALLS Frosts Landscape Construction Project – Mint Hotel, London JUDGES’ COMMENTS: This is a brilliant scheme. The 12th floor boasts a sedum roof with wildflowers, beehives,
LANDSCAPE DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARD, OVERALL PROJECT COST OVER £50,000 Janine Pattinson Project – Private residence, Dorset JUDGES’ COMMENTS: A show stopping creative approach capturing a cool Provencal feel with a
DOMESTIC GARDEN CONSTRUCTION, COST OVER £250,000 Bartholomew Landscaping Project – A private residence in London JUDGES’ COMMENTS: Following the demolition of the original house and construction of a new residence,
SOFT LANDSCAPING CONSTRUCTION, COST OVER £1.5 MILLION Project – Elite Landscapes Client – Dorchester Hotel Designer – Glen McFarlane JUDGES’ COMMENTS: “The wild flower meadow was jaw droppingly beautiful –
Coventry based landscape contractors The Landscape Group scooped the Grand Award at the prestigious BALI National Landscape Awards. Held annually to recognise excellence in landscape design, construction and maintenance by
Today, sees the launch of East Village – the first leading legacy neighbourhood for London and new identity for the Athletes Village. East Village, London E20, is a brand new
The Town Centre Gardens have picked up the prestigious best conservation and heritage title at the Landscape Institute Awards. The award comes following the completion of the restoration project funded
Electric Powered Solutions have issued their new price list for the CityFort zero emission electric van and truck vehicles. Several different body options are available on the base chassis, to
Environmental consultancy Wildscapes has been working with a number of Sheffield schools to enhance their landscaped areas and make learning outside in the natural environment much more accessible for them.
Moors Valley Country Park and Forest in Dorset will be seen in a whole new as The Electric Forest transforms it into an interactive night?time adventure playground of sound and
St Helens Hospital has won the best hospital grounds award in the Royal Horticultural Society, North West in Bloom competition organised by NewHosptital. The hospital was awarded one of two
Since taking delivery of an Avant 750 compact loader in August, Cutting Edge Grounds Maintenance of Winchester has built-up a complete package of attachments to enable it to tackle a
TV Gardener, David Domoney, has joined forces with The Prince’s Foundation for a second year to officially launch the 2012 ‘Ideal Young Gardeners of the Year’ competition ahead of the
The RHS is pulling out all the stops to ensure the first ever National Gardening Week is a runaway success. The charity plans to engage schools, communities, gardeners, organisations and
Martin Collins Equipment, which supplies compact tractors, UTVs and quads to the equestrian and rural pursuits market, has asked Briggs & Stratton to supply its Vanguard Turbo Diesel engines to
JS Agriculture have landed a new 3 year Grounds Maintenance Contract at Gatwick Airport worth more than £1.2m over the contract period. Gatwick Airport operates the busiest single runway airport
With a government backed campaign encouraging Brits to holiday at home, Jo Thompson’s ‘Staycation’ garden (‘A Celebration of Caravanning’), for The Caravan Club, at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show (2012)
The renovation of 30 full size pitches at Chelsea’s 152-acre training facility at Cobham in Surrey has been recently completed by White Horse Contractors with a notable environmental significance. The
Designed, built and assembled in Yorkshire, Adventure trailers feature a galvanised chassis and bodywork, LED lighting, sealed wiring, stainless steel fittings and a fully-independent suspension featuring Fox Racing Shox and
Peabody Trust has appointed London based landscaping company Ginkgo Landscape Contractors to change the face of the Peabody estates. Formed 21 years ago, Ginkgo Landscapes has grown from the maintenance
Last month Playrite were involved in a new project that saw their Matchplay 2 surface installed on 4 new Padel courts at Escuela Pia De Barcelona, Spain. The project was
As National Tree Week draws closer, marking the start of the traditional tree-planting season, landscapers and contractors are being urged to do their bit to boost the UK’s tree stocks
A CHARITY dedicated to creating gardens at children’s hospices nationwide asking companies to donate any unwanted stock to raise funds for its work. Greenfingers is calling for companies to send
The Antonio Carraro 2012 Calendar is entitled “C’era una volta, once upon a time…”. In the background, historical pictures taken from AC calendars of the past, whose first edition dates
Cityroofs’ Aquadyne living wall system has been installed at the London offices of architects and designers Child Graddon Lewis (CGL). The architects have an internal ‘green team’ exploring various sustainability
Stewartsturf are urging landscape architects to make informed decisions about the turf they specify for clients’ projects. Duncan Forbes, a director of the company that grows turf at sites in
Wilson Bowden Developments has been granted planning permission for a major employment led development which is set to create 2,500 jobs in Leicester and the surrounding areas over the next
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has confirmed its support of the 2012 Glee show. The new partnership will see the HTA become official partners of Glee’s Landscaping, Garden Design and
Groundworks contractor Moortown has enhanced its equipment fleet with the purchase of six more Kubota mini excavators, in a deal that now takes the total number of Kubota models used
Parks charity GreenSpace are appealing for organisations to support a nationwide campaign – Love Parks Week – which raises the awareness of the importance of parks, voicing the need for
The latest products from Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment will be on show at the 2012 Executive Hire Show The display will feature Doosan Portable Power’s very popular compressor, generator, light
Timberplay have installed of £90k worth of play equipment in the new play area in St Helier The surrounding area suffered from a lack of open spaces to serve the
A two-year planting programme to create the UK’s largest new urban park for more than a century has been completed by the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA). Some 250 acres of
National Trust properties in south Somerset have trimmed energy costs, time and noise as well as hedges this year. The four properties in this area of Trust administration switched to
In preparation for new regulations on emissions that are soon to take effect Kohler have launched a new line of diesel engines. “This is a completely new family of engines,
The Post Office is now guaranteeing to beat business insurance renewal quotes for self-employed landscape gardeners. The business insurance policy will provide self-employed landscape gardeners with access to the wide
Welsh local authorities, and quarrying and mining companies with an interest in the restoration of landscapes affected by mineral extraction are invited to attend a free interactive showcase, hosted by
The Land Trust is urging organisations to make their non-core land available to local communities by creating open public spaces that can be enjoyed by all, whilst increasing profitability for
A deadly plant disease previously unknown in England has been found in Devon killing Lawson Cypress trees that are commonly found in parks and gardens. Forestry Commission scientists have confirmed
Principal and Special Awards being announced at the Awards ceremony on 2nd December. “Despite the difficulties of such a harsh winter and the tough economic climate, BALI contractors across the
New Trade Show Phil Voice, owner of the new Creating LandscapesTrade Show, said: “The event will translate the vibrant and exciting ‘juice’ we have been sharing on the network into
Stone & Water supply solid granite water features and lanterns to private gardens but are also able to produce larger pieces for commercial projects. Granite is one of the most
ISS Facility Services Landscaping is all set to continue its ten-year long partnership with the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead for a further four years. The extension will see
Albutt has introduced a new product to simplify bag filling. Suitable for filling tote bags with any free flowing material, the attachment can be used with any telehandler or loader.
TreeCOnomics, in association with Treeworks, has provided an i-Tree Eco training and support package to quantify the societal benefits of Luton Borough Council’s parks, thereby facilitating Luton in delivering long-term
Hanson Formpave has secured a deal to supply over 300m2 of its permeable paving system, Aquaflow for a parking area and car lane at Scotland’s first Costa Drive-Thru, part of
Dominic Lewis of Harewood Downs Golf Course is delighted with the performance of the Imants RotoBlast blower recently purchased from Campey Turf Care Systems . Harewood Downs Golf Course was
Mainburg , Bavaria October 6 By David Curtis A press conference, organised by the innovative Bavarian professional shoe manufacturer Haix, was interrupted by a group of armed terrorists. The firms
Road safety charity Brake and insurance firm Direct Line have joined forces to launch a new campaign to warn drivers about the dangers of using mobile phones while driving. A
Winner Glee 2011 saw the launch of the National Trust Landscape Collection – a collaboration between the National Trust and established reproduction paving company Westminster Stone. The Collection’s stand with
World Space Week (4 – 10th October) was celebrated around the world in as many as 55 countries by astronomy societies, museums, planetariums, schools, colleges and other organisations NASA’s programme
Agripower Contractors have been chosen to install a bespoke drainage system for Clifton College, Bristol. The site had previously suffered with serious waterlogged pitches which resulted in numerous cancelled games
Two tern rafts made from Stokbord recycled plastic board became home to eight pairs of Common Terns in Watermead Country Park in Leicestershire, rearing ten young during the summer. Members
Over 60,000 plants, grasses, herbs and flowers from across the globe have been grown in an Ashford nursery and planted along with 60,000 bulbs in the Olympic Park London 2012
(L-R) Joe Archer, Sarah Hamnvik, Trustee -Tony Hamilton, Trustee – Lynda Hamilton, Charlotte Rodick and Will Stanger. Four undergraduate students recently received bursaries of £1000 each courtesy of the Geoff
Perched up high on the cliff top, Filey Country Park is already a notable landmark but with the addition of a Timberplay Climbing Structure this prominent park is now more
DFSK UK are introducing the mini van back into the UK market. The firm is China’s third largest vehicle manufacturer, their vehicles are backed up with a three year warranty
GreenMech’s Quad-Chip 160 and Quad-Trak 160 range of wood chippers has won the UK section of the 2011 EDGE award for innovation in the Construction and Maintenance of open spaces
Loughborough University is lowering its road vehicle emissions and saving money, after buying two new electric trucks. The Alke ATX 200E utility vehicles, supplied by ePower Trucks, can travel up
At 14 stories high and one of the tallest living wall installations in the UK, the Scotscape’s maintenance team were unable to use conventional access equipment. As a result, the
Glee 2011 saw the launch of the National Trust Landscape Collection – a collaboration between the National Trust and established reproduction paving company Westminster Stone. The Collection’s stand with individual
Kinley Systems have recorded a significant increase in sales of its aluminium lawn and landscape edging products. “We have recorded a 330% increase in orders across our Exceledge ranges of
Professional of the Year Husqvarna is giving professional foresters, self-employed entrepreneurs or commercial landscapers the chance to win a 4-wheel drive worth €40 000 in its Professional of the Year
CityFort is a new range of eco friendly electric powered vans and trucks. Road legal and right hand drive these zero emission vehicles are congestion charge and road tax exempt,
After last years chaos some strange weather is on the way – with snow falling as early as October. The premature frost, with below average temperatures over the next few
The Landscaper is looking for additional freelance writers to join the industries most established trade magazine. We are looking for journalist who have solid all- round experience in all aspects
BIGGA will be staging a day-long programme of seminars at this year’s IOG Scotsturf show- designed to provide added value to the time spent at the Royal Highland Centre by
The laser Grader provides the close tolerances demanded by today’s construction industry and will make a tremendous impact on the time and cost of constructing all manner of indoor and
Kirkstone is supplying Light Sea Green slate for restoration of Victoria Park The restoration of the Old English Garden in collaboration with Sarah Price Landscapes features two circular pools and
BFS MD Stephen Ketely The new 0.8 White low drift Air Bubble Jet from Billericay Farm Service’s has been specially developed for greenkeeepers groundsmen and contractors. This 0.8 nozzle provides
Sixteen of the world’s best garden designers will bring relief to a nation recovering from the terrible devastation caused by March’s earthquake and tsunami as they start work on the
To mark two decades in the turf care sector, Wiedenmann UK is donating all proceeds from the sale of a platinum-painted Terra Spike GXi8 HD to charity. Already several bids
Many visitors to The Landscaper stand admired our jackets .. they can be purchased ( minus our logo) by contacting … Tel 0114 2738349 www.jcbworkwear.com
Left to Right: Joshua Grafton, Operative; Keith Higgins, Operative; RAF Station Commander, Squadron Leader Carrie-Anne Rossi, Trevor Windsor, Supervisor; Phil Jones, Managing Director; Gerard Wilkins, Operative; and Adrian Nicholls, Operative.
The Woodland Trust has unveiled plans to create a vast 460-acre publicly-accessible flagship wood as a national symbol to celebrate The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. In its largest and most ambitious
Despite the inclement weather during this year’s three-day IOG SALTEX turf and open space management show, exhibitors were reporting a high number of serious enquiries – and sales leads –
A wide representative sample of amenity and turf tyres from Alliance will be exhibited at Saltex by Kirkby Tyres including the new 381 Flotmaster – a steel belted radial developed
The APL is inviting entries for the APL Awards 2012 – which are celebrating their 16th year. Sponsored by Bradstone, the awards provide an opportunity to celebrate the best in
Floramedia have created a new product – FloraLinQ. It will enable growers and retailers to market plants in a new way, providing an instant gateway to exclusive, quality information, which
A new trade show for the landscaping and gardening industry is to take place in October. The Creating Landscapes Trade Show will bring together horticulture practitioners with product and equipment
Access Irrigation have announced an extended seminar series for Autumn / Winter 2011/12. Of interest to all specifiers and installers of irrigation systems, Access now run 3 separate courses. The
Bermuda has confirmed with the launch of a range of new water features, accessories and aquatic products at Glee 2011 New products include over 30 new water features, freestanding ponds,
The name ‘hedgehog’ came into use around the year 1450, derived from ‘heyghoge’, because it frequents hedgerows and ‘hoge’, from its piglike snout. Hedgehogs are an icon of the British
Scouting leaders lived up to their motto of being prepared by deploying 80 JCB machines to build and operate a massive campsite at a world jamboree for 40,000 participants. The
The 3.0-litre SDV6 diesel engines in the Range Rover Sport now offer even greater efficiencies, with reduced CO2, improved fuel economy and an increase in power. The output of the
Herdsman Builders , East Yorkshire, has purchased a new Bobcat S100 skid-steer loader and attachments from Scunthorpe-based AMS Bobcat. The firm has purchased the S100 loader with angle blade and
The RHS is advising people to look for bulbs with an Award of Garden Merit (AGM). The RHS has awarded the AGM to over 200 daffodil varieties which therefore carry
A luxury country house in Derbyshire has been reunited with a nearby meadow thanks to the use of Trex Transcend Over 65 metres of the composite decking have been used
Profusion Environmental is a new company established to offer a wide range of services to the sports turf, domestic and landscape industries Founders Nigel Wyatt, Simon Hatcher and Ian Martin
Warrington Vehicle Centre has moved to a brand-new £2m flagship site in Warrington, adjacent to the busy northwest M6/M62 motorway network. The award-winning Isuzu dealership now operates from a purpose
The latest mains power hedge trimmer from Makita’s Outdoor Power Equipment range has a 48cm blade length which is the double-sided, double-action design that gives cutting capacity on each side
Ringway a highway maintenance provider, is undertaking a series of refurbishment projects at Boston Market Place, Lincolnshire. The project is due for completion in 2012 with the support of partners
Two Quellstar led underwater lights use induction technology to drive circular arrays of led’s to fit drilled water features and around fountain heads. The led array in a nickel plated
Left to Right: Mayor Planting Millionth Plant Aug 11 (Picture taken by James Davis jimdavis900@btopenworld.com) In the background, Keith Wilkinson, Gardener, ISS Facility Services Landscaping, Peter Haley, Contracts Performance Officer,
The RHS announced the 2011 recipients of its prestigious awards for outstanding contribution to horticulture at Hampton Court Palace Flower Show when the awards were presented by HRH Princess Alexandra
Suzuki GB has announced a new offer which provides customers with 6 months free fuel with every new KingQuad ATV. The range of KingQuad ATVs include the economical KingQuad 400,
‘The Garden Design industry has lost its way…. we’ve gone down the visual route predominantly and have become detached from the practical side of things – the practical side underpins
Celebrating 50 years of topdressing, Turfco, the Minnesota-based manufacturer and inventor of the first mechanised topdresser, has launched a promotional campaign which offers the chance to win one of six
Rolawn, supplier of topsoil say that turf prices in the UK are set to increase later this year. The reason is the sustained increase in material costs. The rise in
George Davies Turf, a totally independent business, has been trading for nearly 11 years and in that time has built up a very thorough understanding of what each customer requires.
Fresh from winning the gold medal at this years prestigious Chelsea flower show, The Prince’s Foundation’s ambassador, Diarmuid Gavin, launched the charity’s new focus on community wide food growing at
Time is running out to enter the 2011 RHS Photographic Competition. To be in with the chance to be named RHS Photographer of the Year and win £1,000, entries to
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If you are looking to source the latest plant innovation or core gardening products, or landscaping products from garden building to aggregate, this year’s Glee show will be well worth
Green roofs benefit the environment, help companies achieve sustainability targets and payback times are getting shorter, says Atmos Consulting. The pressure is on building developers and occupiers to make sure
The Royal Horticultural Society is launching National Gardening to get the nation growing. The RHS is calling on nurseries, plant centres, gardeners, clubs, charities, schools and media to join in
UPM Tilhill’s Bury-St-Edmunds office is gearing up for the final phase of soft landscaping at Beam Parklands in Dagenham, East London. The contract includes planting 42,000 marginal wetland plants along
JT Dove the independent builders merchants in North East England has branches at Newburn, Ashington, Berwick, Birtley, Bishop Auckland , Carlisle, Hawick, Hexham, Marske, Stockton and South Shields. The company
Countryside Maintenance Ranger Alistair Wallis is clearing an important public footpath link to the Cuckoo Trail near Heathfield using a Ferrari Cobram tractor and Seppi offset mulcher both acquired recently
judges Matthew Appleby, Panel chair Ian Drummond IGD, Claudia de Yong & David Curtis The judging panel – Matthew Appleby of Horticulture Week, David Curtis of The Landscaper Magazine and
Solus Garden & Leisure, the UK’s leading supplier and manufacturer of garden and leisure products, has been awarded GCA Supplier of the Year at the 2011 GIMA Awards for the
Lombardini UK have announced that Alan Falkner has recently taken up the position of Technical Support Engineer at their UK headquarters in Oxfordshire. Alan has over 12 years experience with
The Hardmet Landforce range of landscaping, waste recycling and forestry machinery now has the addition of the Commercial multi waste shredding machine which shreds just about everything. Plywood, chipboard, timber,
Mundesley Golf Club has just taken delivery of a new Redexim Charterhouse 1.3M Verti-DrainTM. The Verti-DrainTM 1513 is a very fast lightweight Aerator. This new model is driven by belts
Envirolink Northwest and Tim Fowler, Garden Designer are presenting the ‘Futureproof: Waterproof’ Garden at Tatton Park As part of the garden design the garden is tiered so plants are situated
Kawasaki returned to the Demopark Show in Eisenach, Germany, for the first time in ten years to showcase their new FJ-D and TJ53E Engines. > The air cooled 4-stroke horizontal
The community of Canna is looking for residents again, just weeks after the latest family moved to the island. The community needs an experienced professional gardener to complete the renovation
Brett Landscaping has embarked on a busy programme of supporting a selection of garden displays at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show and RHS Tatton Park. The company is supporting
Japan will prove it is well on the road to recovery, following this March’s devastating earthquake and tsunami, as it prepares for a star studded international gardening championship If the
East Moseley Cricket Club is situated on the banks of the River Thames and is only 400m from Hampton Court Palace. The club or ganised a superb event to raise
“A very very big thank you to everyone for supporting our Open Day” said Richard Campey. “We have been overwhelmed with the turnout with guests from around the world attending,
The search is back on for the UK’s top young talent. Young Gardener of the Year is part of a series that celebrates the working heroes of Great Britain. This
The Baroness LM56 & LM66 walk behind cylinder mowers are among the lightest in their class, solidly built, highly manoeuvrable and constructed to a quality standard second to none. The
The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) and show organiser, Brintex, have confirmed that nearly 1,000 visitors attended its inaugural BALI Landscaping Show which was held earlier this month (21
Glee has unveiled initial details of this year’s visitor attractions, which are set to make this year’s show the strongest ever. As well as meeting the industry’s leading brands from
A FORGOTTEN ancient woodland is being rediscovered by staff at Waitrose’s Bracknell headquarters thanks to a new walkway made from plastic waste returned to the site in a imaginative ‘closed
EH Smith have expanded their paving and landscaping product ranges. This includes a new focus on topsoil, bark mulch and play chip in big bags. “The first step was to
RESTORE Engine Restorer works on the worn-out areas of the cylinder walls, restoring cylinder compression and improving it to nearly new condition before the next oil change and often within
Grillo UK have just released two new professional cut & drop machines, the FM1100 & FM 2200. Powered by either a 25 or 44hp diesel engine they are available with
The HTA welcomes the revised Code of Practice which provides new guidance on the wider range of water use restrictions that water companies can impose during times of water shortage.
In a study conducted by the Norwegian University of Life Sciences and Uppsala University, Sweden, the presence of pot plants reduced levels of fatigue, stress and headaches among employees. The
Thrive’s new garden at Beech Hill, near Reading, is created for people who are recovering from a stroke or heart attack. The Hearts and minds garden forms part of Thrive’s
On the day it was revealed that areas of the UK are officially in drought, the Turfgrass Growers Association provided water companies across the country with new information to help
Gavin Jones has just completed their first commercial installation of a bee hive at their client’s site, Imperial College, London. Since last summer, Gavin Jones has kept bees at their
The Advanced Turf Technology System ‘Ultragroomer’ can provide exceptional results on high density fine turf grasses such as creeping bents, says ATT’s John Coleman. “Bents are desirable for their tighter
Henbury Golf Club Course Manager Gary Hawley suggests that major savings could be made on fungicide bills by using the British Seed Houses fertiliser Vitanica RZ on greens or collars.
Build Center supporting the World Vision UK charity show garden at the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show by supplying £2,000 worth of hardscaping products. Build Center has provided 150 bags
A Woodland Trust report highlighting the cost savings and other benefits of planting woodland as opposed to grassland in urban areas was launched at the Local Government Association conference at
Forming part of Dickies’ wide choice of hard wearing and protective outdoor workwear is the water resistant Westfield Wax Jacket which can also be accompanied by matching trousers or leggings.
Flora locale, the charity that promotes the restoration of wild plants for biodiversity, landscapes and people, is calling for more British wild flowers and trees to be grown in British
Tommy Walsh, forever associated with the hugely successful BBC TV’s ‘Ground Force’ series, called in to Stoneleigh Park last week to support BALI 2011 – The Landscaping Show, which took
Green-tech is celebrating Wimbledon with some outstanding promotional offers. The nation’s favourite Summer event will finish with the men’s singles final on the 3rd of July. During the two week
A Hampshire couple have set up an import company to launch a New Zealand award winning product that helps dry out wellington boots. Ringwood based VTH Limited has the exclusive
Sanli will be making its second-ever appearance at IoG SALTEX with an expanded machinery display which will include several new additions to the its product portfolio as well as a
John Woods Nurseries has won a Silver-Gilt Flora award for its Flora pro.activ Show Garden at this year’s Gardeners’ World Live. The award, one of only two Silver-Gilts presented at
Top gong Trade retailer Screwfix is celebrating, having taken home a top retail industry gong for the award-winning shopping experience it offers to the trade. Honoured in the Retail Technology
Self builders can benefit from a new partnership between Azelija, Croatia’s manufacturer of oak and timber buildings, and a UK company Croatian Cabins. Ideal for all types of projects –
Re- turfed the 5th and 6th floor 2,200 sq m of roof garden….
Border Stone,Deco-Pak, Lafarge Cement UK,Living Stone, Longborough Concrete Meadow View Stone,Natural Paving Products and Strata Stones Foras,Haddonstone, Melmar Stone,London Ornaments,Lucas Garden Statuary, Vivid Arts,Stone & Water,Willowstone Garden Products, Ailsa Wood Products, Blakeway Stone, Eastern Connections, Henri Studios, Redwood Stone, Abitquackers and Ackerman Group
In London, an area 22 times the size of Hyde Park has been lost through gardens being paved over,
Helps mowing and harvesting operations. If there are a lot of stones…
Specialist verticutter cartridge for C-24 pedestrian mowing……
Hillier Nurseries win their 66th consecutive Chelsea Gold medal….
“Ive been stung so many times in my life…..”
Over a million and a half young plants will be produced annually….
Varying capacities and types, such as towed, skid mounted, and walk behind…
Roof terraces of 593,000 sq ft system was designed and installed…
Show has expanded previous shows into a whole new event for all sectors of the industry…
“Increasing our 2010 turnover by more than 70 percent……”.
“Gardening professional who wishes to learn more about a particular area…”
“Inspire homeowners about the possibilities for garden design….”
New 18 hole ‘Colt’ Championship golf course 7.5 million…
Volkswagen-Vans at the Commercial Vehicle show 12 to 14 April…
Understand the bespoke nature of sustainable water management…
Franchise Bristol, Gloucestershire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset…
Top quality range at very competitive prices and includes…
Repair potholes, remove oil and grease stains, fill cracks and holes, rejuvenate faded Tarmac…
Catharina Malmberg-Snodgrass Claudia de Yong designers
Introduced by Labour was a unique example of Big Society…
Stock over 1 million m2 of Sedum and Wildflower blankets, and a production capacity of 750.000 plant plugs…
Eco-build report. Variety of designs on the vast majority of building structures …
Eco-build report: Mature screens grown on a secure galvanized steel frsme…
Storage tanks manufactured in pre-cast reinforced concrete…
Scooped rare City & Guilds Medal for Excellence…
Vermiculite has been used by plantsmen, propagators, growers and gardeners for decades…
28th February Loseley Park, Godalming, Surrey 1st March Capel Manor College, Enfield, Middlesex
2nd March The Royal Showground, Stoneleigh
3rd March Reaseheath College, Nantwich, Cheshire
www.sow-green.co.uk www.hightechturf.co.uk www.evergreensuk.com www.perfectlawn.org.uk
Vivid Arts, Eden Halls Greenhouses, Melmar Stone, Timber Garden Buildings, Foras, M & M Timbers, Kelkay, Border Stone, Deco-pak, Forest Garden, Vegtrug, Lucas Garden Statuary, Woodlodge Products, Blakeway Stonecraft, Sika, London & Lancashire Rubber Co and Stone More Garden Buildings…
Pitches maintained to the highest standards….
Ideal solution for mowing motorway banks and edges …
Latest product launch from Green-tech this Winter
Buckingham Palace to Constitution Hill, 400,000 surfacing contract…
Four scholarships to invest inthe future….
Tractors, Excavator, Turf Preparation & Drainage Equipment, Grass Cutting, Farm Implements, Trailers, Vehicles,Nursery Landscaping Stock…
It’s great to see a successful business celebrate a birthday. The National Plant Hire Guide is now fifty. The guide, published every January and July, is used by landscapers, UK
Hanson Formpave has supplied over 2,000m2 of its leading permeable paving SUDS system, Aquaflow for the construction of the new Stoke City FC training ground car park. Headed by main
London and South East Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year,
Thrown at plates, dropped from great heights, submerged in water, buried under a ton of sand ,run over by a very heavy JCB still they survived…
More than one million wild birds are saved each year…
Vic Maynard ‘Ive enjoyed every day in this job…
Manufactured from UV-stable, weather resistant plastic…
Extensive range for forestry, agriculture, woodland, arboriculture and amenities equipment
Coveted title of Europes best screwer. Father-of-three…
Developed specifically for the Leisure and Tourist market…
52 hectare county park on the site of the former Lambton Colliery and Cokeworks near Sunderland…
The Landscaper every aspect of hardlandscaping
Special two part feature November and December 2010…
Trading conditions in the landscaping industry remain very tough…
AM Phillip Spray Techniques
Bagma
BD Supplies Ltd
Bernhard & Company Ltd
BIGGA
British Seed Houses Ltd
Broadwood International
Bryson Tractors Ltd
CED Ltd
Central Spares Ltd
Charterhouse Turf Machinery
Cleveland Site Safe
Clydeside Trading Society Ltd
Complete Weed Control
Continental Landscapes Ltd
Countax Ltd
Craigmarloch Nurseries
Denfind Stone
Dennis (Howardson) Ltd
DMMP Ltd
Double A Trading Company
Etesia UK Ltd
Fairways Group Ltd
Fleet (Line Markers) Ltd
Fraser C Robb
Garden Innovation Products (UK)
Great Dane (Henry H Sheach Lawnmowers Ltd)
Green – Tech Ltd
Grillo Agrigarden UK Ltd
Grogreen (Seed Logistics Ltd)
Groundscare Products (County Hire)
Groundsman Industries Ltd
Hayter Ltd
Husqvarna UK Ltd
JDP Ltd (John Davidson Pipes)
Landscape & Amenity Product Update
Leica Geosystems Ltd
Lloyds and Co
Logic Irrigation Supplies Ltd
Logic Manufacturing Ltd
Major Equipment Ltd
Midland Power Machinery Distributors Limited
Multihog UK Ltd
Overton Ltd
Parasaver Golf
R Aitken (Seedmens) Ltd (Aitken’s)
Rigby Taylor Ltd
Scot JCB Ltd
Scotbark
Scottish Golf Environment Group
SebaKMT UK Ltd
Seed Source UK Ltd
SGM Sherriff Amenity (Agrovista)
Simon Tullett Machinery Co Ltd
Sports Turf Services
Sportsmasters UK Ltd
Steelmaster Products Ltd
STRI LTD
Sutcliffe Play (Scotland) Ltd
Symbio
Tacit Ltd
Techneat Engineering Ltd
Terra Firma (Scotland) Ltd
The Great Lawn Company
Turffit Ltd
The Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh, 3rd and 4th November…
Sales of nearly 800,000 units of the outgoing model…
Worlds first rotary mower powered by electricity…
Landscaping has increasingly important role to play…
WorldSkills UK Landscape Gardening Competition…
Operated on a four-stroke principle with valves…
Re- turfed the 5th and 6th floor 2,200 sq m of roof garden …
French Premier League Club switched to artificial turf for this season…
Designed to meet the diverse needs of different landscaping applications…
Answer to every groundcare organizations wish list’…
Landscaping element formed 190,000 of the total 6.5 Million project…
Incredible stories of how communities have benefitted from new refurbished play areas….
Re- turfed the 5th and 6th floor 2,200 sq m of roof garden
Bearwood Lakes at Sindlesham…..
Aeration, Artificial Grass, Course Furniture, Drainage, Fertilisers, Groundscare Machinery and Equipment, Irrigation, Mowers, Sand, Soil, Top Dressing, Soil Biology, Spraying, Turf and Seeds, Waste Management, Recycling, Water, Lake and Pond Management….
Curvaceous residential towers…
Five new tractors, as well as a hydraseeder, grass harrow and two new trailers…
Climber range is engineered for slope and bank work, it can handle brambles, tall grass and all overgrown areas….
The Landscapers highly paid staff photographer went snap happy at Saltex and Four OAkes….
muscle to tackle tasks from gang mowing to hedge and verge trimming and handling the meatiest aerator or decompactor….
Water is becoming an increasingly expensive commodity…
Two high specification 4CX backhoe loaders…
UKs leading garden design lecturers talks to The Landscaper..exclusive and will be talking at Palmstead Nursery 22 September 2010
All the latest news plus Saltex and Four Oaks previews!
Mayor of London Boris Johnson says “transform the look and feel of this great city.”
Late summer rain is likely to produce a new flush of weeds…
DUO offers contractors, arboriculturalists and hire companies the flexibility..
Record attendance Stoneleigh Park….
APF 2010 Show Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, 23-25 September….
1,500 to help subsidise a graduate for three to six
months….
The national standard for parks and green spaces
JCB,Terrain,Simon Richard DMMP,TPA,Goldoni,Sweepfast,
Grass Group, Countax, Rytec PromacSolutions,Inturf,BobcatTYM Tractors,S2T Grass Reinforcement, Rapid Tractors,Charterhouse Limagrain,Multihog TurfTeq Sanli Broadwood IPU, Tracmaster Avant Tecno Ifor Williams.STM Hardmet LAndforce..
Judges gathered at Indoor Garden Design in North London….
Donated over 70 square metres of its Broadway riven flag paving….;.
40 million development Twickenham Station
11 8 high with a blade width of 23 and weighs 28 stone…
A striking garden aimed at attracting vanishing moths and butterflies..
Heads up the day-to-day sales efforts for Glee in the lead up to and beyond the September show…
Lime, Lavender, Blue and Pink Fort Cosmo Wheelbarrows
Growth Technologys leading suppliers of plant nutrition products…..
Border Stone, Foras, Forest Garden, Grange Fencing, Haddonstone, M & M Timber, Jagram, Grange Fencing, Finsa, Kelkay, Deco Pak, Charles Centre Living Stone, AS Imprest, Blakeway Stone Craft, COREgravel UK Ltd, Dutch Imports, Everbuild Building Products, Growcamp A/S, Henri Studio, Jagram, JCB Sales, Lucas Garden Statuary, Mercia Garden Products, Plant Theatre, Scottish Prison Service and Speyside Timber Products…
Ideal for many indoor demolition, refurbishing and materials handling duties…
Professional landscapers. playground installers and councils and contractors….
Needed a large, long wheelbase vehicle to carry around lions…
Accoya will last at least 50 years above ground and 25 years in contact with or below ground…
Range suitable for decking will consist of Scandanavian Pine…
Landform Consultants Soar Valley Services The Garden Builders Burncoose NurseriesPeter Beales Roses Adam Frost Hillier Knoll Gardens
Rogue traders costs homeowners 17,123 every hour….
Consultants now situated right across the country…
Chainsaws, Sprayers, forktrucks, what about your 4×4’s ?
Sanli range of outdoor power equipment…
Fixed weekly pricing for diesel, petrol or both…
Aberdeen City Councils four 18 hole golf courses, six bowling greens, five football grounds, three cricket grounds, putting greens and five tennis courts…
Considerable ground movement was experienced…
Hassle free with quick and easy navigation…
Bluebell is a species traditionally associated….
network of mini biofuel refineries around UK
Forest Garden plans to upgrade edicated on-line ordering service…
Designed specifically for landscape contractors and hire shops…
Nieuwkoop Europe Tree-Locate Hyma Koberg…
Consumer confidence gathers strength.. good volume growth…
Changing gears smoothly avoids sharp breaking and acceleration …
One of the UK’s largest independent landscaping businesses…
Garden lighting photographic competition…
Ambius Bumble Bees Flora-tec
Green Team Interiors Indoor Garden Design ISS Waterers Landscape OCS Horticulture
Plantforce InteriorLandscapes Urban Planters
Pots handmade in Tuscany and are suitable for the professional landscaper….
Cutting down the amount of fossil fuels burned…
Gardens For Life scooped the top award at the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards 2010 for the design and construction of a stunning natural garden with a bold and dramatic planting scheme.
Access Irrigation have revised the content of their popular Irrigation…..
Green roofs designers, landscape architects and contractors …
Helps a range of invertebrates and other wildlife…
A rabbit can produce an average of 120 milliliters of milk a day…
Lea River Park The LIfE Project, in Hackbridge
Hanging gardens/4,000 semi-mature trees/300,000 wetlands plants
Timber harvesting, newt migration and habitat creation, and tending the surrounding airport verges which include wildflowers such as bluebells, pyramid and bee orchids…
Results from Marshalls’ own Energy Saving Week this year have shown that employees could save a huge £425,000 on energy bills and cut their carbon footprint by over 3,000 tonnes.
Updated simple, step-by-step guidance on tractor safety is now available
Boost staff morale five a side Ray Parlour, Paul Allen, Kerry Dickson and Lee Shape…
Tom Hudson, Mike Smith, Mike Savage, Hugh Tansley John Wilson Ransomes Jacobsen,
Leeds City Council enjoyed a silver lining at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this week by claiming a Silver Gilt Flora award at the world-famous event. The HESCO Garden, designed
Fiorino Cargo 1.4 8v Petrol 75 for £;5795: Normal basic price £;8565…..
Steve Ayliffe, new contracts manager at Banyards, will manage the new HydeMartlet contract. Dorset horticultural firm Banyards has won a three-year contract to supply grounds maintenance for south coast housing
Sponsorship FA Premier League, Barclays, Football Foundation DLF Trifolium.
The mixed weather across the country this Easter weekend appears not to have deterred gardeners as many garden centres report strong trading – particularly with regard to grow your own,
From organisations that spend over £;1 million each year…..
New from Broadwood International the RMX 360. As it’s name suggests the 360 has 3.6m working width, meaning that sports pitches, parkland and any large areas of grass are ‘cut
Closing date for expressions of interest is 2nd March….
Winning photograph of a lion attempting to attack a giraffe……….
Reeds which originated in the Lower Himalayas right through to the Mediterranean are now screening the Rhinos of Nepal exhibit at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo thanks to Wimborne-based Knoll Gardens. Endangered
The trees were suffering from stress with crown die-back and nutritional problems…….
Facing a winter of discontent and long-term global recession……..
Thornton Sports is a leading UK company for manufacture, installation and maintenance of synthetic sports surfaces. Athletic surfaces, tennis court surfaces, rugby pitch construction and synthetic netball court surfaces are
Complex landscape, criss-crossed by pylons, waterways and rail lines….
The Tiltrotator, acts as wrist between the excavator and an attachment to give unlimited…..
The first online resource to provide specialist generic timber information…
Iplay is designed to encourage children to exercise while having fun
“a simple method for reducing wood waste and grinds branches and other tree components”
Each short-listed competitor will receive an honorarium payment of GBP £;4,000…..
Police say that if thieves can’t get a machine started in 10-15 minutes they usually give up
LazyLawn will be exhibiting at the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show The firm will be showcasing one of its premier lawn grasses in a contemporary setting demonstrating the products realistic
“New levels of power and efficiency” thats the claim at the New Holland press launch in Coventry.
Sounds an alarm to warn the operator before reaching an incline too great for safe mowing…
Rite-Edge can be used to edge borders, lawns, beds and pathways alike, and can be shaped into almost any design, however complex
Construction of the pitches at the KB Hallen training complex in Copenhagen and the new Shaktar Donetsk stadium….
Health & safety issues surrounding working with machinery on sloping or banked terrain….
Stockport based M T Kaill Plant Hire has taken delivery of twenty two Volvo compact excavators…
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VITAL EARTH, Etesia, Marble Traditions,FlowerFarms Ransomes, Tricor, Hill Engineering…
Planning the Kent County Show,11th, 12th and 13th July is well underway…
The tree-bordered walkways crossing the area are much more pedestrian friendly.
The Vredo Overseeder uses v-shaped cutting discs to produce a sharp slit, preserving the turf to either side…
“With the increase of work within the landscaping industry that weve experienced, and with an eye on the Olympic Games…”
The UKs most important and dynamic event for the landscaping, amenities,
grounds care, sports facilities and estate management sectors…
Rolawn has developed what it believes to be the most advanced pneumatic seed drill in the UK….
The Conservation Foundation has recently started receiving gardening hand tools from Royal Parks landscape contractor Enterprise for recycling through its Tools Shed project…
The hydraulic Foldaway 500 (FV500) is the first fully hydraulic 500kg capacity Swing Lift vehicle mounted crane…
MyHammer, the trades and services online market place, has launched the beta version of its interactive search platform…
Inspired by the way architects demonstrate their ideas Finnforest has invested in the latest Computer Generated Image…
