Saturday, April 26, 2025

British Garden Centres wins Gold medal for Greenfingers Charity garden at Harrogate Spring Flower Show

British Garden Centres wins Gold medal for Greenfingers Charity garden at Harrogate Spring Flower Show: British Garden Centres wins Gold at Harrogate Flower ShowBritish...

Green-tech launches first closed-loop subterranean irrigation system – Mona Pluvia

Green-tech has launched the latest evolution of its renowned Mona irrigation system – Mona Pluvia, the first closed-loop subterranean irrigation system.Building on over 40...

Redexim pairing supports Worcester Warriors

There’s an overwhelming ‘onwards and upwards’ spirit overarching operations at Sixways Stadium, home of the Worcester Warriors. The positivity of the club spirit has...

Garden centres can order three plants from Wyevale Nurseries for Perennial charity

GARDEN centres keen to raise money and awareness for the vital work of the horticultural industry charity Perennial can now order three fundraising plants...

Love Your Lawn with Dobbies

Free gardening workshop in partnership with Alzheimer’s Research UK this Dementia Action WeekDobbies Garden Centres is hosting a very special FREE Grow How event...

Kubota M4073 praised for delivering power and productivity at Meldrum House Golf Club

A Kubota M4073 has been praised by Meldrum House Golf Club, providing high capacity and productivity on turf tyres, ensuring a sensitive footprint. Delivered...

Cadix (UK) Limited closes its doors after 26 years

Cadix (UK) Limited has announced that as of Thursday 10th April 2025 it has ceased trading with immediate effect. The decision brings to a...

The Dennis ES-34R is a Hit at Haileybury

Andy Richards, Grounds Manager at Haileybury School, has praised the Dennis ES-34R battery-powered rotary mower for its sustainability, quiet operation, and exceptional performance.At the...

Further growth for British Garden Centres as it acquires Hayes Garden World

British Garden Centres, the UK’s largest family-owned garden centre group, is delighted to announce the acquisition of Hayes Garden World, one of the most...

Baroness trio prove on pitch and on point for Ardingly College

A trio of ride-on machines from Baroness have emerged victorious in the comprehensive search for new mowers at Ardingly College in West Sussex. The...

The Tree Council calls for greater protection of England’s most important trees

Following the felling of a 500-year-old oak in London, The Tree Council is calling for more legal protections for the nation's ancient trees, akin to...

BOSS ORV appoints new AODES dealer

BOSS Off-Road-Vehicles has appointed Devon tractor and machinery dealer Blakewell Services as the latest AODES dealer. AODES is the multinational All-Terrain Vehicle and UTV...

Deco-Pak: leading the way with innovation, sustainability, and unmatched supply capabilities

As the 2025 gardening season begins, Deco-Pak - a company now driven by the next generation of leadership, brothers Craig and David Hall -...

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Sow Vegetables Outdoors

🥕 Sow Vegetables Outdoors: Carrots, Beetroot, Peas & MoreAs spring soil begins to warm and daylight hours stretch out, it’s time to start sowing...

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Black Spot

Black Spot (Plant Disease: Caused by Diplocarpon rosae)Classification:Kingdom: FungiPhylum: AscomycotaClass: LeotiomycetesOrder: HelotialesFamily: DermateaceaeGenus: DiplocarponSpecies: Diplocarpon rosaeDescription:Black spot is a fungal disease that primarily affects...

Cobra RM514SPC Lawn Mower

Cobra RM514SPC Lawn Mower – History, Specifications & ReviewThe...

Hedge Maintenance

Hedge MaintenanceBy Webb Garden Power Expert Adam WoolcottWell-maintained hedges...

March & April Gardening Tips from Barnsdale Gardens

As spring approaches, the Barnsdale Gardens team is always prepared—rain or...

KENT & STOWE INTRODUCES NEW TRADITIONAL SECATEURS

KENT & STOWE INTRODUCES NEW TRADITIONAL SECATEURS – AN...

Bell Glass

Bell Glass (Cloche de Verre)Overview:A bell glass, also known...

Beet and Mangold Fly

Beet and Mangold Fly (Pegomya hyoscyami)Taxonomy & ClassificationKingdom: AnimaliaPhylum:...

If You Ever Need To Seed More Than Once, You Have The Wrong Grass Seed

The chairman of The Lawn Association, David Hedges Gower, explains...

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Why Gardeners Should Think Twice About Working on Bank Holidays

As the gardening season gets going, it can be tempting to cram in work even on bank holidays—especially when the weather's fine and the...

Buying a Van for Your Gardening Business on a Budget: A Practical Guide for UK Tradespeople

Starting or scaling up a gardening business in the UK often means getting your hands on a dependable van. Whether it’s for hauling tools,...

Robot Mowers Threaten Gardener Jobs Across the UK

Robotic lawn mowers are quietly transforming garden maintenance across the UK, raising growing concerns about the future of thousands of professional gardening jobs. As...

WHAT DOES IT COST TO EMPLOY SOMEONE?

THE TRUE COST OF HIRING: WHAT DOES IT REALLY TAKE TO EMPLOY SOMEONE?Hiring an employee at minimum wage may seem straightforward, but the true...

April Price Check: Why Gardeners Need to Raise Their Rates This Spring

As the gardening season kicks off on April 1st, self-employed gardeners and landscapers should take a moment to review their prices. With inflation pushing...

How Van Laws Are Driving Gardeners Into Trouble

For generations, professional gardeners have relied on vans to transport tools, plants, and materials. But in recent years, changes in emissions laws, parking restrictions,...

New Digital Tax Rules: What UK Gardeners Need to Know

From April 2026, the UK government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) scheme will bring big changes for self-employed gardeners...

Could the UK be on the way to a Petrol Lawnmower ban?

The days of petrol-powered lawnmowers may be numbered, as major manufacturers begin phasing out small engines in response to environmental regulations and shifting consumer...

Legal and Insurance Requirements for Gardeners in the UK

Starting and running a gardening business in the UK requires more than just horticultural skills—you also need to ensure you comply with legal regulations...

Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Which is Best for a Gardening Business?

If you’re starting a gardening business, one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to operate as a sole trader or...

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Aphids—tiny but mighty

🌿 Amazing Aphid Facts You Might Not Know! 🐜✨Aphids—tiny but mighty! These little sap-suckers might be a gardener’s headache, but they have some fascinating...

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Bleeding

Bleeding (Botanical Term)Definition:In botany, bleeding refers to the exudation of sap or other plant fluids from a wound or...

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The Tomato Scandal: How a Beloved Fruit Was Once Feared as Poison

Tomatoes are a staple in kitchens worldwide, starring in...

Apples have more genes than humans!

When you bite into a crisp, juicy apple, it...

Rafflesia arnoldii – The Stinking Giant

Deep in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, a strange...

Plants That Listen: How Plants Detect and Respond to Sound

It’s easy to think of plants as silent, passive...

The Surprising Truth Behind the Smell of Freshly Cut Grass

The scent of freshly cut grass is one of...