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- [GKB Powering the Progress of Parkers Pitches](https://localgardener.org/gkb-powering-the-progress-of-parkers-pitches/) - Supporting contractors Parkers Pitches in their ongoing expansion is a fleet of efficient, robust equipment from GKB Machines. Pushing firmly into larger drainage and construction projects across East Anglia has demanded machinery that can step-up, and stay reliable under pressure and that’s exactly what owner Will Parker says they’ve enjoyed with their V-Strong, Combinator and,
- [Native woodland flowers and living fungi at the heart of a new RHS Chelsea Flower Show sculpture](https://localgardener.org/native-woodland-flowers-and-living-fungi-at-the-heart-of-a-new-rhs-chelsea-flower-show-sculpture/) - Photo Credit: Enmeshed: Positive Pathways artist illustration by Dimitris Koutroumpas
- [GROW unveils new cyber security course as GCA e‑learning platform hits 99‑courses](https://localgardener.org/grow-unveils-new-cyber-security-course-as-gca-e-learning-platform-hits-99-courses/) - THE GARDEN Centre Association (GCA) has today unveiled a new cyber security course on its award‑winning Garden Retail Online Workshops (GROW) e‑learning platform (March 30, 2026). This marks the 99th course to be added to GROW, which is accessible to both GCA members and those in the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA). GROW’s Instructional Designer, Antony Snow
- [Record-Breaking Kew The Run Sees Surprise KSI Appearance Among 5,500 Runners](https://localgardener.org/record-breaking-kew-the-run-sees-surprise-ksi-appearance-among-5500-runners/) - London, UK — The fifth edition of Uber Boat by Thames Clippers Kew The Run reached new heights this year, with over 5,500 runners completing the event, among them a surprise appearance from YouTube megastar KSI, taking on his first-ever half marathon. The event was further elevated by KSI’s surprise debut over the half marathon
- [RHS Sandringham Flower Show reveals first look at Feature Garden designed in collaboration with His Majesty The King](https://localgardener.org/rhs-sandringham-flower-show-reveals-first-look-at-feature-garden-designed-in-collaboration-with-his-majesty-the-king/) - RHS Royal Legacy Garden designed by Catherine MacDonald* in collaboration with His Majesty The King A first look at the RHS Royal Legacy Garden at RHS Sandringham Flower Show, designed by Catherine MacDonald in collaboration with His Majesty The King, unveils a garden inspired by patterns found in nature. The garden takes inspiration from fractals
- [Winners Of The 2026 GMA Industry Awards Announced](https://localgardener.org/winners-of-the-2026-gma-industry-awards-announced/) - The winners of the 2026 GMA Industry Awards were announced last night at a prestigious ceremony at Edgbaston Stadium. The awards took place alongside the new GMA Conference, which ran throughout the day and brought the industry together for workshops and discussions. Hosted by renowned broadcaster Kelly Somers, the awards celebrated the people and teams
- [Kubota Powers Guards Polo Club with Reliable Tractor and RTV Fleet](https://localgardener.org/kubota-powers-guards-polo-club-with-reliable-tractor-and-rtv-fleet/) - 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. Based in Windsor Great Park, Guards Polo Club hosted more than 750 games in its 2025 season which was only possible thanks to a monumental
- [John Deere dealers commit to strengthening link with Forces leavers ](https://localgardener.org/john-deere-dealers-commit-to-strengthening-link-with-forces-leavers/) - More John Deere dealers have signed the Armed Forces Covenant in support of service leavers who can resettle into roles within the agriculture and turf industries. At a ceremony held at the National Transition Event at Silverstone Circuit, Hunt Forest Group and Ripon Farm Services added their names to the covenant, which had already been
- [George Davis Turf supports animal environments at Hertfordshire Zoo](https://localgardener.org/george-davis-turf-supports-animal-environments-at-hertfordshire-zoo/) - George Davies Turf & Stone supplied and supported the installation of 330m² of premium Trident Turf as part of new habitat developments at the Broxbourne-based attraction. The zoo, formerly Paradise Wildlife ParkLandscaping expertise is playing an increasingly important role in the design of modern zoological environments, where durability, drainage and animal welfare considerations must sit alongside aesthetics and visitor experience. A recent project at Hertfordshire Zoo highlights how specialist turf and landscaping materials can support conservation-led habitat development. George Davies Turf & Stone supplied and supported the installation of
- [Cutting Hedges in Late February: A Professional Gardener’s Guide (UK)](https://localgardener.org/cutting-hedges-in-late-february-a-professional-gardeners-guide-uk/) - Late February sits in a narrow but valuable window for cutting hedges in the UK. Growth is still dormant, wildlife activity is low, and the season ahead can be shaped with decisive, skilled cutting. For professional gardeners, this is one of the most commercially important hedge periods of the year. Below is a full-spectrum guide
- [Are You Cut Out to Be a Professional Gardener?](https://localgardener.org/are-you-cut-out-to-be-a-professional-gardener/) - There’s a big difference between loving your own garden and earning your living from other people’s. One is a hobby and the other is being a professional gardener Professional gardening isn’t a hobby with invoices attached. It’s physical, commercial, weather-exposed work that demands discipline, plant knowledge, and people skills in equal measure. If you’re considering
- [The Most Economical Way to Cut a Lawn with a 20-Inch Roller Mower](https://localgardener.org/the-most-economical-way-to-cut-a-lawn-with-a-20-inch-roller-mower/) - For professional gardeners and homeowners alike, choosing the right 20-inch roller mower involves balancing initial cost, spare parts availability, reliability, and efficiency. This article compares three leading models—the Cobra 20-inch roller mower, the Honda Pro Roller Mower, and the Weibang Pro 56—to determine the most economical option for regular lawn maintenance. 1. Initial Cost Cobra
- [Sole Trader Gardener vs Limited Company: Tax Advantages Explained (UK)](https://localgardener.org/sole-trader-gardener-vs-limited-company-tax-advantages-explained-uk/) - If you’re a professional gardener in the UK — whether you’re maintaining large estates or building a tropical planting business — one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is whether to operate as a sole trader or form a limited company. Both structures are common in the gardening trade. The right choice depends on your
- [Should Gardeners Work in Wintry Conditions?](https://localgardener.org/should-gardeners-work-in-wintry-conditions/) - When frost grips the ground and rain turns soil to sludge, the pressure to “carry on regardless” remains. But should professional gardeners really be working in wintery conditions — and at what cost to safety and the garden itself? Each winter, as temperatures fall and daylight shortens, gardeners across the country face the same unspoken
- [Should You Work for an Established Gardening Company Before Going Self-Employed?](https://localgardener.org/should-you-work-for-an-established-gardening-company-before-going-self-employed/) - Becoming a self-employed gardener is often sold as the ultimate goal: freedom, better pay, and being your own boss. And while all of that can be true, I’m firmly of the opinion that most gardeners should work for an established gardening company first before striking out on their own. Not because self-employment is a bad
- [Should your gardening business be offering robot mower hire?](https://localgardener.org/should-your-gardening-business-be-offering-robot-mower-hire/) - Robot mowers aren’t “the future” anymore — they’re already in gardens up and down the country. The real question is whether gardeners should be involved… or left watching from the sidelines. More clients are asking for:✔ predictable monthly costs✔ quieter, low-maintenance lawns✔ fewer visits but better results Some gardeners are responding by renting robot mowers,
- [Are Robot Mowers Threatening Jobs](https://localgardener.org/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 these machines become more affordable and technologically advanced, many homeowners and councils are choosing automation over traditional labour. These compact, battery-powered machines operate autonomously, using GPS, boundary wires or onboard cameras
- [When to Start Cutting Grass – And Why Getting It Right Matters](https://localgardener.org/when-to-start-cutting-grass-and-why-getting-it-right-matters/) - Every spring, people are itching to get the mower out. The sun appears, the lawn looks a mess, and off they go. But cutting grass too early is one of the easiest ways to weaken a lawn before the season has even started. Knowing when to start mowing – and why timing matters – makes
- [ATV Services Scotland Ltd appointed as AODES dealership](https://localgardener.org/atv-services-scotland-ltd-appointed-as-aodes-dealership/) - One of Scotland’s most prestigious off-road vehicle dealers, ATV Services ScotlandLtd., has been appointed as an AODES dealership. AODES’ UK distributor, BOSSORV, has made the announcement, saying it is a major advantage for the AODESdealer network to have such a historic ATV dealer join the AODES dealer network.ATV Services was founded in 1989 by director
- [Driving Into Trouble](https://localgardener.org/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, licensing, and even speed limits have made running a gardening business more complicated—and more expensive—than ever. From the cost of upgrading vehicles to unexpected fines, many gardeners now find that staying
- [Cheap Prices Attract Broke Customers](https://localgardener.org/why-cheap-prices-attract-broke-customers-and-why-thats-a-problem-at-price-rise-time/) - As price rise season approaches, many small businesses feel the pressure to hold their prices down. There’s a fear that increasing prices will drive customers away, especially in tough economic times. But there’s an uncomfortable truth that needs saying: Cheap prices don’t just attract more customers – they attract the wrong ones. Cheap Prices Set
- [New Digital Tax Laws](https://localgardener.org/new-digital-tax-laws/) - 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 and small gardening businesses. Under these new digital tax rules, those earning over £50,000 annually will be required to maintain digital financial records and submit tax updates to HMRC every three
- [Gardening jobs in Dubai](https://localgardener.org/gardening-jobs-in-dubai/) - If you’re tired of wet winters, slow-growing plants, and low pay in the UK, the idea of working as a gardener in Dubai might have crossed your mind. But before you book a one-way ticket, here’s a practical guide on what to expect — including pay, taxes, visas, and real-life pros and cons. 🌞 Why
- [GKB Leaf Blower proves the economical choice forEaton Golf Club](https://localgardener.org/gkb-leaf-blower-proves-the-economical-choice-foreaton-golf-club/) - Established in 1910, Eaton Golf Club offers its members a mature parkland setting for a picturesque 18-holes of play on the outskirts of Norwich. Jay Seaman, Head Greenkeeper, has become all too familiar with the challenges that come with managing such an established parkland site – with leaf fall not only proving to be a
- [WHAT DOES IT COST TO EMPLOY SOMEONE?](https://localgardener.org/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 cost of employment stretches far beyond the basic hourly rate. Business owners, especially those in gardening and trade industries, must factor in taxes, insurance, vehicle expenses, equipment, travel time, and
- [Legal and Insurance Requirements for Gardeners in The UK](https://localgardener.org/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 and have the right insurance in place. This guide will walk you through the key legal and insurance requirements to protect yourself, your business, and your clients. 1. Registering Your Gardening
- [Why Gardeners Should Think Twice About Working on Bank Holidays](https://localgardener.org/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 diary's full. But if you're regularly working Easter Monday, May Day, or August Bank Holiday just to keep up, it's time to ask whether that's really good business. Spoiler: it’s probably
- [Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Which is Best for a Gardening Business](https://localgardener.org/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 a limited company. Each has its pros and cons, and the best choice depends on your goals, financial situation, and how you want to manage your business. This article will break

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