DSV UK Takes Top Spots in BSPB Turfgrass Seed Rankings
DSV UK has made a major breakthrough in the turfgrass sector, with three of its perennial ryegrass varieties now ranking among the top ten...
GKB Machines delivers top class artificial surfaces at Ipswich School
A suite of equipment from GKB Machines has been entrusted with prolonging the longevity and boosting the performance of five artificial playing surfaces at...
Dennis ES-510 Delivers Electric Performance in Keswick’s Parks
Keswick’s two flagship parks – Hope Park and Fitz Park – nestled in the heart of the Lake District in Cumbria, are setting the...
Visitor Registration for GroundsFest 2025 Now Open
Get ready—visitor registration for GroundsFest 2025 is officially open, and this year promises to be bigger, better, and bolder than ever before.Returning to Stoneleigh...
It’s GreenMech every time for 5 Shires Tree Surgery
Much has changed since Wayne Pugsley of 5 Shires Tree Surgery ventured into offering arb, woodland and forestry services over 30 years ago, but...
Origin Enterprises acquires Elixir Garden Supplies Ltd
Origin Enterprises plc (’Origin’ or ‘the Group’), the international group shaping the future of sustainable land use, today welcomes the acquisition of Elixir Garden...
Award-winning vineyard offers English Wine Week ‘Taste of Herefordshire’ tours & tastings
AN AWARD-WINNING Herefordshire vineyard is throwing open its gates to visitors for a series of ‘Taste of Herefordshire’ tours and tastings as part of...
Local groups chosen to receive support for their green spaces from Dobbies Garden Centres
Dobbies Garden Centres has announced the local charities and community organisations set to benefit from its support this year, helping them to create, enhance,...
Paxster delivers for Sandwell Council
Sandwell is a metropolitan borough in the West Midlands comprising six Black Country towns. When Sandwell Council wanted to upgrade their spraying fleet, they...
The Greenfingers Charity breaks ground on new Kitchen Garden at Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice
The Greenfingers Charity is delighted to announce that work has officially begun on the brand-new Kitchen Garden at Chestnut Tree House Children’s Hospice in...
Avant 423: The Workhorse Behind Toberona Stables’ Success
For Paul Nolan and his team at Toberona Stables in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, the Avant 423 compact loader has proven to be an indispensable...
Suståne supports the sustainability goals of Sweden’s Mjölby Golfklubb
GEO Certified and described as an ‘outstanding role model for sustainability in golf’, Sweden’s Mjölby Golfklubb provides an interesting mix of nine holes played...
RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2025: Trolleys at the Ready for a Grand Day Out
MALVERN, WORCESTERSHIRE – The RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2025, held from 8 to 11 May at the Three Counties Showground, once again kicked off...
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What to Feed Plants in May
May is a pivotal month in the garden. Plants are shifting from spring growth to summer performance, and feeding them well now can make...
Dahlia Care in May: Get Ready for a Show-Stopping Summer
Dahlias are among the most spectacular summer flowers, prized...
Plant Summer Flowering Bulbs
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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...
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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Bolting
BoltingCategory: Plant Physiology / Growth DisordersDefinition:Bolting is the premature production of a flowering stem in plants before the crop...
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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...
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...
