Why Gardeners Should Think Twice About Working on Bank Holidays

0

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

0

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

0

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?

0

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

0

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

0

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

0

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?

0

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

0

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...

RHS Hardiness Ratings	USDA Plant Hardiness Zones	Approximate Temperature Range (°C)
H1a H1b H1c	13 12 11	>15°C 10 to 15°C 5 to 10°C
H2	10b	1 to 5°C
H3	9b to 10a	-5 to 1°C
H4	8b to 9a	-10 to -5°C
H5	7b to 8a	-15 to -10°C
H6	6b and 7a	-20 to -15°C
H7	6a	Below -20°C

Business

Understandinggardening

Keep up with the news

Latest News

Most Popular

Hardiness ratings