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NEW ARRIVALS Now is a great time to establish evergreen trees (including Quercus ilex, the Holm Oak, pictured) and shrubs such as Ceanothus, Euonymus and Hebe. The combination of warming soils after the chilly weather in early March, and April showers is good for the re-establishment process, especially for large evergreen hedging and conifers. If planting larger specimens do make sure the soil is well improved by working in generous amounts of compost or well-rotted manure to help improve its structure and moisture-retention of the soil. Don’t skimp on applying mulches around the base of your newly planted plants to help maintain a moist growing medium. HEALTHY ROSES Start spraying roses - opt for

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rants will benefit from a highnitrogen feed such as Sulphate of Ammonia. Apply 35g/sq. m (1¼ oz/sq. yd) as a top dressing to the soil surface and work into the soil well. Stake your perennials before it’s too late. You can use Link Stake supports. With these the mesh grid is simply lifted as the plants grow which is perfect for Delphiniums, Lupins and Penstemon. Alternatively, you could use twiggy sticks which allow plants to clamber through and often look more naturalistic in the border. Prune off the previous season’s flowered shoots from Hydrangeas and Winter Jasmine to stimulate strong productive growth. Pinch-out Fuchsia, Sweet Peas and Pelargoniums to help encourage bushiness and heavier flowering. Deadhead early flowering primulas as early as possible, as they tend to crossbreed very easily.

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BULBS FOR SUMMER COLOUR Fill pots with glamorous summerflowering bulbs including Liliums, compact Dahlias (pictured, Collerette Mixed) and dwarf varieties of Gladioli. You can successfully ‘lasagne plant’ your Lily bulbs and Gladioli corms in two or three layers of compost in your deep patio pots. Space the bulbs out equally in groups of three or five so they are not touching and allow 3-4in (8-10cm) between the layers to give the plants plenty of room to develop. The benefit of this type of planting is the extended display of colour. If you are planning to grow Tuberous Begonias make sure you start them off in the warmth of a sunny windowsill or frost-free greenhouse. Pendula Begonias are always best started off in small pots, says 10cm (4in) so they can get

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Veolia working on behalf of Buckinghamshire to create a more sustainable future Buckinghamshire Council’s recycling and waste contractor, Veolia is introducing improvements at the London Road East Depot in Amersham to help create a more sustainable waste contract. The first improvement is the installation of 136 energy efficient solar panels to the roof of a vehicle workshop on site. The panels will harness solar energy and use it to power the activities of the operation. As well as being a truly renewable energy source the use of solar energy will reduce carbon emissions on site by 12.25 tonnes per year, which is equivalent to planting 563 trees. In the first 17 days the solar panels have generated 1815.86 kWh, a home will generally use around 3600 kWh per year so the panels have already generated enough energy to power a home for 6 months. To enhance biodiversity, beehives have been installed at the depot and wildflower meadow areas planted to encourage bees to use the hives. This is with the assistance and advice of the Chalfonts’ Beekeepers Society. Veolia has further plans to install bird boxes and bug hotels on site this year and work with local primary schools to make the same improvements for biodiversity at their sites. Selected schools will be provided with a biodiversity pack that includes bird boxes, bug hotels and their own wildflower seeds to create insect friendly havens nearby.

Furthermore, 6 electric vehicle charging points have been installed at the depot for the future use of electric cars and vans by employees on site. Lucy Murphy, Veolia’s Senior Contract Manager Buckinghamshire, said: “We’re very excited to support Buckinghamshire Council in their efforts to provide a sustainable environment. The biodiversity crisis is a worldwide problem, but it’s also a very local issue which means that even small changes can have a big impact. “Improving biodiversity at our sites can help increase numbers of pollinators, promote cleaner air and water and enhance the mental and physical health for people working and living near these wasted spaces. “We’re delighted to be able to extend these small changes to the community by inviting local schools to plant wildflowers and install safe havens for insects and birds with the provision of a kit from Veolia.”

great example of the work being done in Buckinghamshire to improve our local environment.

“The introduction of solar panels and the use of solar energy on site demonstrates Buckinghamshire Council’s commitment to reducing our county’s environmental impact and promoting sustainability. Between 2007 and 2017 Buckinghamshire reduced its carbon emissions by 24% and I’m proud that Buckinghamshire Council is helping to further this reduction. “Working closely with Veolia, I’m delighted to be able to involve local primary schools in smaller biodiversity projects to promote environmentally friendly behaviours to our youngest residents and contribute to a cleaner and greener environment for our communities.” To find out more about the project keep an eye out for updates on Buckinghamshire Council’s social media channels, and for more information on Buckinghamshire Council’s recycling and waste service, visit: www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/bin-collection-recycling-and-waste

Cllr Bill Chapple OBE, Buckinghamshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change, commented: “The new sustainable installations at the London Road East Depot in Amersham are a Email: inbusinessmags@gmail.com

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