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The Bauma show attracted around 580,000 visitors from 200 countries to Munich between April 11 and 17. That’s a rise of more than nine percent. After Germany, the top ten countries of origin among the visitors were Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France, the Netherlands, UK, Sweden, the Russian Federation, Poland and the Czech Republic. A total of 3,423 exhibitors—1,263 from Germany and 2,160 from abroad—from 58 countries presented their products, developments and innovations on a record 605,000 square meters of exhibition space. Exhibitors from outside Germany accounted for 63 percent of the total— higher than ever before. It was not a German show it was a great European event. There was much talk about the UK referendum and our

membership of the EU. I detected a mood of apprehension about us taking off into the dark and resigning from the biggest trading block in the world. The Landscaper is really only concerned about the effects the decision will make on our industry and our environment. We have spoken to some key industry figures (p34) and discovered views on both sides. We are also conducting our own survey www.landscapermagazine.com it’s a one question affair and it will be interesting to discover the majority view. The grass needs cutting (p39) the weeds are growing (p47) and beautiful gardens deserved to be illuminated (p58). There ‘s plenty to get on with - if on the other hand you have a few moments to spare have a go at our Spot the Difference competition (p37)

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Exceptional growth Wessex International report an exceptional growth in popularity of the ProLine RMX professional roller mowers. At introduction the Wessex ProLine roller mower certainly heralded a new dimension in sports and amenity turf maintenance and a cost-effective way of professional turf mowing. Wessex have introduced new models this year with more to come for 2016. The present collection includes attachable rigid deck, Tri-Deck and folding wing versions. At the top of the range is the 8 metre Tri-Deck, offering wide area mowing with exceptional speed and cost-efficiency. Each deck

on the triple mower has full width rollers at the front and rear that restrict airflow. The high speed blades create suction beneath the deck chamber and the uncut grass is sucked up by

the blades, leaving a superb quality cut at high speeds. The system works effectively across the whole range. www.wessexintl.com

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Mid Wales new dealer PSD Groundscare, distributor of AS Motor, Eliet, Koppl and TS Industrie Professional Groundscare Machinery, are pleased to introduce Caerfagu Products of Mid Wales as a dealer for both Eliet and TS Industrie Chippershredders. Mike Phillips of Caerfagu Products said, “With these incredible ranges now on board we have all our customers chipper requirements covered. The excellent build quality and after sales service made our decision easy and we are confident that we can offer our customers a reliable and efficient solution. Stuart Mercer, Sales Director of PSD Groundscare comments: “We are delighted to announce that Caerfagu Products are now a dealer for both our Eliet and TS Industrie ranges of chipper shredders. With another dealer on board it highlights the growing reputation of both ranges within the industry”. EGO Power+ is set to challenge beliefs and Tel: 08450 773773 expectations about lawnmowers in 2016 with its new www.psdgroundscare.com www.caerfagu.co.uk Harrowden_Landscaper_Apr16_Landscaper_Quarter 18/04/2016 range of lithium-ion powered products. Three new lawnmowers have been added to the range which now includes a contemporary steel deck design that is available with a 50cm width with the option of a self-drive feature that runs from an independent motor. This can be operated at variable speeds dependent on the user and grass conditions. Due to the independent motor, the selfdrive feature operates separately to the cutting system. A 52cm poly deck model has also been added to the range to offer a wider alternative to the existing 50cm mower. The new poly model also features the self-drive option. All four mowers in the range are able to be compactly folded for vertical storage and have mulching capabilities. EGO’s European marketing director, Steve Roskell, commented: “Our 2015 launch season showed us that customers are desperately seeking an alternative to petrol and electric products. The popularity of our range immediately showed us that our 56 volt products offer them just that! Our 49cm poly deck mower was the most popular Local service Nationwide reach product last year which is why we quadrupled the size of the Harrowden Turf brings together the country’s finest turf growers. So wherever you are, you won’t be far from one of our excellent farms. mower product offering ready for the 2016 season”. Our range is suitable for all grass surface requirements from the finest New batteries, featuring EGO’s patented arc design and greens turf to the toughest sports and general amenity turf. “keep cool” cell technology, have also been added to the We also supply Enviromat sedum green roof matting and Meadowmat wildflower turf. Call us today for a quote or brochure. range with a 5Ah and 7.5Ah being introduced to power the mower’s new features. www.harrowdenturf.co.uk www.egopowerplus.co.uk.

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New Electric Zero-Emission E10 Excavator At Bauma 2016, Bobcat presented a fully functional prototype of the company’s new E10 Electric model, a new zero-emission, electric powertrain version of the very successful E10 1 tonne micro-excavator, one of the most popular models in the Bobcat compact excavator range. Developed at the new Bobcat Innovation Centre in Dobris in the Czech Republic, in conjunction with electric vehicle specialists, the E10 Electric micro-excavator is a new version of the E10 model with the factory installed option of an alternative all-electric powertrain allowing the machine to be used in areas requiring zero emissions such as interiors and basement construction work. Along with zero emissions, the E10 Electric model also offers very low noise levels on site with an LpA of only 64 dBA. The alternative powertrain option in the E10 Electric model comprises of an electric motor that can be powered both by a pack of rechargeable Li-Ion batteries or a 400 V mains electric supply via a plug-in power cable. The batteries can be quickly recharged (less than an hour to reach full capacity) and when fully recharged, the excavator can work independently of the mains power for 2-3 hours. The new E10 Electric model also offers the capability of carrying out work while charging via the mains power cable. The new E10 Electric version has the same zero tailswing (ZTS) profile and identical external dimensions as the standard E10 machine and offers the same or better performance. As the new machine is designed to be used in

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Supplied through UK distributor Loxston Groundcare, national equipment hire company A-Plant have added a further eight Irus remote controlled mowers to their groundcare equipment fleet. For A-Plant, Groundcare Business Development Manager David Kendall said “we have had Irus as a part of our specialist slope-mowing offering for some time and have had no issues with them. The build quality is exceptional and the unique tilting engine gives the operative a balanced machine with proven capabilities when cutting at up to 50 degree angles for extended periods. Our latest order was for five Quadrak wheeled mowers and three Deltrak tracked machines” Peter Loxston said, “Irus are ‘go-anywhere’ machines capable of mowing in places where people can’t. Operated by way of multi-channel radio and designed for mowing and maintenance of vegetation on precipitous slopes, parks, roadside verges and railway embankments, they offer reduced risk of injury to operators” IRUS offer a range of implements to fit their machines, including forestry pulveriser, stump grinders and rotary and scythe mowers . www.irus-mowers.co.uk

World of nematodes As we increasingly seek natural, safer and more effective pest control solutions, more and more of them are discovering the world of nematodes. BASF, producers of Nemasys and Nemaslug products, have made nematodes more readily available and easy-to-use, with them being packaged specifically for the domestic gardener. By simply watering nematodes into the soil or onto foliage, gardeners can protect their plants and vegetables, without the need of a horticultural degree! Nematodes are naturally occurring microscopic animal organisms that are present in garden soil where they naturally hunt down their target prey. Certain nematode species control slugs and other garden pests naturally with no side effects or harm to children, pets or non-target species such as birds or hedgehogs. The major sales in the UK are for Nemaslug, with it being one of the UK’s leading slug control products, but BASF also produces Nemasys natural control products for chafer grubs, leather jackets, fruit and vegetable protection, ants and vine weevils. Each one is based on a specific nematode species that naturally attack the harmful pests. “British gardeners are increasingly using beneficial

nematodes as one the most effective ways control slugs and other pests. Nemaslug and Nemasys products are natural, highly effective and environmentally friendly with no adverse effects to children, pets and wildlife,” says Mike Finney, BASF’s Key Country Sales Manager Biologicals Europe, the Middle East and Africa. “They occur naturally in our gardens and by harnessing and replicating nature we produce five different species to control a range of different target pests.” Nematodes penetrate their targets by entering through natural body openings. Once inside they release bacteria that attacks the respiratory and digestive systems, stopping them from eating and quickly killing them. It does not stop there. They reproduce inside the dead pest and release new generations of hungry nematodes that disperse in the soil to hunt down further pests. When they can no longer find host pests they die back to their original numbers. Nematodes also act as a natural deterrent to slugs and other pests that quickly detect their presence and move away from their predators to safer, untreated areas. www.nemasysinfo.com

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The Keepmoat Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium home to Doncaster Rovers FC, Doncaster Rugby League FC and Doncaster Rovers Belles Ladies Football Team. With games coming thick and fast, Head Groundsman Jim Davison is mindful that grass cover needs to be kept as close to 100% as possible – but was finding that by October each year it was starting to struggle. Jim turned to John Hughes, of DLF’s Johnsons Sports Seed, for advice. The main pitch at the stadium is a desso system, meaning it’s harder wearing and allows teams to perform 3-4 times a week. Outside there are 2 pitches used by academies; a full size, newly-refurbished 3G pitch; 4 full size pitches and a training area at their nearby training ground Cantley Park. “The maintenance is ‘full-on’ for my team of 4 guys with John Hughes acting like an extra pair of arms - always at the end of the phone if we need him! With the budget we’ve got, we have to work hard to create a pitch that keeps the players, fans and the media happy. By not having soil heating or lights

we’re very much dependant on the weather being kind to get the results we want, but starting off with the right product is the first step. Therefore, when we asked John about improving our grass cover over winter he came up with the plan of using tetraploids,” explained Jim, “and they’ve worked a treat!” The Stadium is a regular user of Johnsons J Premier Pitch for his renovation work and didn’t want to move away from what they knew worked. In view of this John Hughes recommended they use Double and Fabian for overseeding later in the season as it is known for its very good wear tolerance and rapid germination at lower temperatures. Jim again, “It delivered the dense sward ‘quick fix’ we were after and, ever since October, we’ve been using it little and often on the main wear areas of the stadium pitch to re-introduce tetraploids slowly but surely – we’ve had success every time. It’s an extra tool in our box moving forward, I know we can use it whenever we need to regain grass cover.”

Speedcut contractors have helped play continue at The Club Company golf courses after installing drainage at three of the sites. Chartham Park, Benton Hall and Castle Royle golf clubs all underwent drainage improvements on problem areas, helping to reduce the threat of course closure across the courses. Chris Brook is Courses Manager for The Club Company, overseeing work across 11 locations whilst maintaining his own course at Castle Royle. After a successful drainage project taking place at Tytherington golf Club, further work was carried out that saw two primary drainage systems (Benton Hall & Castle Royle) and one secondary system installed at (Chartham Park). “The weather last year and this year has highlighted the importance of a good drainage system,” said Chris. “Now we seem to have deluges of rain whereas ten years ago it would rain lightly for a couple of days, so we need to be prepared for that, and that’s why we are working with Speedcut.” “We’ve already worked with them at Tytherington Golf Club and have seen a massive difference, so we knew they could help us with the other three sites. “These systems are purely to keep the courses open and running, because at the end of the day certain holes close the course. Keeping them clear means that we stay open which has a very positive impact.”

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Purchasing a backhoe If you’re one of the many landscapers who own a compact tractor then the third option of purchasing a backhoe, a hydraulically operated machine that fits onto the back of your tractor, could be the ideal solution. Siromer have a choice of backhoes offering you a dig depth range from 0.95m - 2.25m, enabling you to choose the right one for the job. But there’s more to a backhoe than meets the eye… To be a truly efficient piece of machinery a backhoe should be able to operate with interchangeable buckets, allowing for different jobs around a smallholding, therefore helping you to get the most out of your equipment. For digging footings the most important type of bucket is a trenching bucket - this narrow bucket has a narrow edge and teeth which allows it to dig through the surface and penetrate the soil beneath, enabling the operator to dig efficiently to the width and depth required. Siromer’s backhoes connect to the tractor using a three-point linkage, which will save you time in attaching and detaching as there is no complicated bracketry to use. In addition to the linkage each backhoe has it’s own

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Kubota in bloom at RHS Chelsea Kubota UK will showcase a range of machines at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, including its GR2120S and GR1600-II ride-on models. Kubota’s W821-PRO walk-behind mower and its new, slim line sister model, the W819-PRO, will also be on stand, designed to help keep lawns trimmed to a professional finish. For those with large estates, paddocks, or stables to maintain, Kubota’s BX2350, sub-compact tractor is the perfect solution, offering unrivalled performance with its high power-to-weight ratio and versatility; the ideal complement to Kubota ride-on or walk-behind ranges. www.kubota.co.uk

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Green-tech’s Chris Swan and Dean Jackson add another string to their bow after passing the Basis Registration Invasive and Injurious Weeds Skill Area Exam. Dean is an Area Sales Manager and Chris is the Technical and Export Manager for Greentech. Both have a wealth of industry and product knowledge and are already members of the BASIS Professional register. They recently added to their skill set after successfully passing the Invasive and Injurious Weeds Skill Area Exam and are now qualified to advise and recommend product options for weed management and eradication.

Products and services Over 70 landscapers, contractors and suppliers attended the Association of Professional Landscaper (APL) Spring Seminar and BBQ which took place at Tendercare, Uxbridge on 14 April and made the most of the opportunity to talk to suppliers about products and services across the landscaping industry. The event started with Tendercare Managing Director Andrew Halksworth looking at the challenges presented by the handling of large stock and the solutions available to assist. He emphasised the importance of planting big trees at soil level. Joe Bray from Makita provided a useful overview of the work that the company are doing to develop green machinery using Lithium ion batteries enabling no emissions, reduced noise and lower vibration. Louise Tomlin from Jacksons Fencing spoke about how they have developed their gravel board product to aid the dwindling hedgehog population. A hole the size of a CD in the board enables hedgehogs to continue to move between gardens. Andy Forey from Clearstone Paving spoke about the resin bound products that they provide. A relatively new technology that has only come to fruition in the UK since the introduction of the Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) eight years ago resin bound products provide a seamless solution for permeable surfaces. The event culminated with the Great British Stone Off – a panel session bringing together leading suppliers from some of the most well-known paving suppliers in the UK. Chaired by APL Chair Mark Gregory. This was a lively debate which attracted

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Neutral position Following a full consultation with all members in March the HTA has declared a neutral position on the EU Referendum. The HTA consultation attracted responses from 169 members – a response rate of 12%. Members declared interest for all outcomes (leaving, staying and remaining neutral) with no overall majority and based on that HTA will remain neutral. HTA Chief Executive Carol Paris comments, “From the good response rate to our survey and comments sent members are interested in the EU referendum and its impact. With views across the spectrum adopting a neutral position ensures that the HTA doesn’t alienate the views of members. Working with other organisations we will endeavour to provide a balanced picture of the pros and cons in the lead up to the vote on 23 June.”

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Chosen by facilities management company Acacia and supplied by irrigation specialists Aquaturf Solutions, the 3HP surface spray aerator was favoured for its dual ability to circulate the water, which was at risk of becoming stagnant when the previous 12-year old fountain broke, and provide a striking feature for the canteen diners overlooking the lake on the business park to enjoy. Gavin Osborne, facilities engineer at Acacia who had the job of researching and finding the perfect fountain, says: “We’d been looking into the right fountain for three to four months before we were recommended the Gemini by a colleague who’d recently installed one at a local golf club. With the reference and photos he provided it was looking good that we’d found the one to fit the bill.” According to Gavin the Gemini ticked all the boxes: “It was important we found something with a practical purpose to maintain a clean and clear lake and provide an attractive focal point in the commercial landscape of the business park.” As functional as it is beautiful, the power of the Gemini, which was installed by Aquaturf Solutions, allows it to move over three times more water than decorative pattern fountains, yet its simple beauty provides an appealing aesthetic. “The level of power and spray were exactly what we were looking for,” says Gavin. “The water is kept aerated and healthy and the 1.5m vertical spray pattern is really striking.” otterbine.uk@lely.com

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Growing artwork An art installation featuring a pelt of living, Britishbred grasses has been used as part of The Tree Ceremony at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris to highlight the danger of increasing city temperatures, damaging flood waters, polluted air and bio-diversity loss. The living curtain of seedling grass was used to frame a tree during the opening week of December’s COP21 climate

convention in Paris, where the aim was to raise awareness of the urban heat island effect and to change preconceptions about how we regard plants and trees beyond their more immediate amenity and ecosystem services. The grass was grown using Germinal’s A26 So-Green seed mixture and sculpted by Dorking-based artists Ackroyd and Harvey. “The installation made a huge impact and was a great success, with many people commenting that they couldn’t believe grass could be grown like a huge living pelt,” describes the artwork’s creator, Heather Ackroyd. “Part of

loneliness amongst our older people. The Victoria Business Improvement District (BID) has teamed up with the Sir Simon Milton Foundation to create a garden that showcases the role that high quality public spaces play in bringing communities and generations together. There is a wealth of research pointing towards the effect isolation can have on both the mental and physical health of the over-65’s and, with the population of people aged over 80 expected to treble in the next 20 years, the issue has never been of more importance.

garden. It’s a design with great storytelling at its heart, creatively articulating the challenges and solutions to isolation, as well as showcasing the power of well-designed public spaces to encourage people to get together. Undulating traditional lawn turf will meet the latest in astroturf technology, celebrating the different phases of our lives. Tall trees with brightly decorated trunks will act as beacons, drawing people in to the oak seating in the centre of the garden, which embodies the kind of connection the garden is all about. A particularly innovative element of the garden relates

that success was due to the ability of the grass to maintain its vibrant green colour, even during the short winter days of December.”

Award-winning garden design duo Lee Bestall and Paul Robinson, are the brains behind this ‘Fresh Garden’ entry, entitled ‘Urban Connections’. Their innovative design creates new green spaces in an urban environment where people can meet and socialise. Then, once the curtain has fallen on Chelsea for another year, the garden will be relocated to the streets of Victoria, subject to planning permission, creating two new small public gardens - ‘Parklets’ - for residents, workers and visitors alike to enjoy. ‘Urban Connections’ is both a conceptual and practical

to its use of ‘companion planting’. Plants have been selected because they are known to grow better together, emphasising the garden’s message that people thrive when in the proximity of others. Lee Bestall, garden designer told The Landscaper “It’s a genuine privilege to be showcasing a garden with such an important message for society. ‘Urban Connections’ demonstrates the positive effect that green spaces can have on both mental and social wellbeing. The garden provides a fantastic platform to share stories, strengthen relationships and raise public awareness in our quest to combat isolation.”

Grow better together The growing issue of elderly isolation is set to be brought to the fore at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, through a ‘Fresh’ garden seeking to address

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By working in partnership with its green roof division, one of the UK’s leading horticultural suppliers to the landscaping market has seen a huge growth in its roof garden business over the last 12 months - and predicts further grow. Boningale Nurseries said that by combining its horticulture experience and the cutting edge research from its award-winning green roof department GreenSky, landscape architects working on designs that require a roof garden, have been able to benefit from the whole package. From specialist advice on how to plant a roof garden to supplying all the planting stock required – both for the roof garden and the surrounding landscape. “This has proven to be extremely popular because many of our clients appreciate the ease of working with a single supplier that has the in-depth knowledge required to provide high-quality advice and planting options,”

British Safety Council supports the new EU-OSHA Healthy Workplaces for All Ages campaign. The European workforce is ageing fast. By 2030, employees aged over 55 are expected to make up 30% or more of the total workforce in many EU countries. In the UK, 30% or more of the total workforce is already over 50 years’ old, while 60 year and older employees constitute 23% of the workforce, and this figure is set to rise to 30.7% by 2020. This demographic trend creates significant challenges and opportunities for both employers and their workforces. That’s why the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA) has launched the Healthy Workplaces for All Ages campaign. It is set to alert European employers to the urgency of the situation and the need to respond to it in a positive way. Mike Robinson, Chief Executive of the British Safety Council, said: “The official retirement age in EU Member States is increasing. In the next two decades, a large proportion of employees over 50 will leave work for ever,

said Frank Sandford, Boningale’s Sales and Marketing Director. “Thanks to combining our expertise, roof gardens have become one of our main growth areas and we expect this trend to continue.” He said that the decision for Boningale Nurseries and Boningale GreenSky to work more closely together came after an increasing demand from landscape architects for advice on creating roof gardens as part of their overall landscaping plans for both new building projects and for existing developments. Boningale GreenSky is the green roof division of Boningale Nurseries, and has worked with the academic and scientific experts at University of Sheffield to develop a range of SkyPlugs and SkySuperstrates that help designers create long-lasting and high performance green roofs. www.boningale.co.uk

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taking their market expertise, professional experience and skills with them. Meanwhile the demographic data suggests that there is unlikely to be a sufficient supply of younger people in Britain who would replace retiring workers. These facts cannot be ignored by any employer. “Retaining older workers will become not only an economic but also a social imperative. The companies that would be prepared to retain older employees will remain more competitive and diverse, with a greater pool of skills and talent. However, longer working lives would mean greater exposure to a variety of health-related risks. The management of issues such as disability prevention, rehabilitation and return to work will increase in importance. Older workers are also more vulnerable to certain hazards, particularly in an industrial work environment. Therefore, the introduction of specific measures to ensure work safety and the efficiency of older employees, as well as age-sensitive risk assessments, would have to become a key part of occupational health and safety policies.” www.britsafe.org

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Mobility, high efficiency - great fit A&Y Equipment Ltd are the UK and Ireland distributor for Yanmar construction machinery along with Ammann compaction and Cormidi tracked carriers. In terms of excavators they offer the full Yanmar range from 0.6-10 tonne, including the ViO zero tail swing excavators, widely regarded as the most stable zero tail swing diggers on the market. As part of the compact reduced tail SV range is the popular SV08. The Yanmar SV08 is a powerful micro excavator, weighing just over 1 tonne, which is ideal for use in landscaping, indoor renovation, grave digging, housing foundations and pipe laying. A key factor that makes this machine so well suited to these fields is mobility; expandable track width (680mm 840 mm) allows the SV08 to travel through tight spaces, such as doors but also aids stability when digging. Its ultra-small

rear turning radius (just 305mm overhang) provides higher efficiency in narrow passages and spots. Performance of this excavator isn’t lessened due to size. The powerful, 10.2 hp, interim Tier 4 engine is environmentally friendly with clean exhaust and very low noise. As well as this the boom is fitted with a dual action auxiliary circuit (PTO), enabling users to add various accessories. All of which is protected by strong external covers and shields, in fact the flexible hoses have been carefully centrally routed to eliminate twisting problems. Yanmar are releasing three new excavators in 2016, one of which will be a 1.2 tonne zero tail swing mini, with new joystick controls. Which again looks like a great fit for many fields of work. Tel +44 (0)1789 414525 www.aandygroup.com

Who’d have thought about groundcare machinery in Pink - Swiss landscapers Bächler + Güttinger that’s who! Never a company to disappoint, chipper manufacturer GreenMech recently supplied an Arborist 150 in the customer’s company colours to match tractors and diggers. Bächler + Güttinger can be traced back 100 years and has always had ‘pink’ as their company colour buying machinery for their fleet in this colour where ever possible – no explanation was forthcoming from the them as to why! The 6” chipper was tailor-made and supplied via GreenMech’s Swiss distributors ‘Iseli’.

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Scotland’s Royal Highland Showground recently took delivery of a Grillo FD2200 complete with all weather cab to maintain the extensive grassed areas around the ground. Grillo’s FD2200 is powered by a 44hp Yanmar engine and comes complete with 1200ltr hi-tip collector,160cm cutter deck and 4wd. The showground covers some 18000 sq/mtrs and is situated one mile from Edinburgh Airport. It attracts over one million visitors annually and recently celebrated its 175th Anniversary with a £75 million upgrade being recently completed in 2014. The picture shows Area Manager Ian Lauder of Thomas Sherriff &Co handing the machine over to Mr Davey Fowler.

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Continue to Learn For the third year running, BIGGA is opening up Continue to Learn to members, allowing them to choose what range of topics will be covered throughout the four-day event. Sami Strutt, BIGGA’s head of member development, said: “The opinion of BIGGA members is very important and will help us to build a stronger education programme, ensuring we deliver educational content that is tailored to the needs of our members.” Member’s Choice was used to develop Continue to Learn at BTME 2016. As a result, it was hailed as BIGGA’s most successful education programme ever delivered, with over 3,000 delegates attending. The BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition is Europe’s leading showcase for turf professionals and buyers. BTME 2017 (JAN 17-19 2017) will feature over 200 hours of education, the Turf Managers’ Conference and over 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and innovations. The latest Member’s Choice survey is now available to BIGGA members and it takes around 30 minutes to complete. The survey will remain open until 4.30pm on Friday 29 April 2016. The Member’s Choice survey can be found at https:// www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MCC2L17

If you have any questions about Member’s Choice or Continue to Learn 2017, contact BIGGA’s head of member development Sami Strutt on sami@bigga.co.uk Today BIGGA has around 5,700 greenkeepers and turf professionals as members. BIGGA is dedicated to the continuing professional development of its members, and in serving their needs will strive through education and training for standards of excellence in golf course management throughout the greenkeeping profession.

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are happy enough with our quality and service to come back to us when they need another delivery.” The Directors, run a tight ship and have built strong relationships with growers, suppliers and hauliers. “It’s no good promising one thing and doing another” says Paul. “That doesn’t help anyone. It’s great to be able to take some of the pressure off landscapers who just don’t have time to get quotes and chase deliveries. We constantly check prices against our competitors and we completely trust our hauliers to do their job properly. It seems to be working.” Tel 03333 444511 www.topsoilandturf.com

You will literally see the earth move in the new Terrain Aeration video which demonstrates how one metre depth aeration relieves compaction, waterlogging and panning. The benefits for sports pitches, bowling greens, golf courses, around trees, parks and gardens are exceptional, simultaneously aerating for good drainage and allowing air to get to grass roots to promote and maintain a healthy sward. The company’s Terralift fleet is working throughout the UK providing long-term solutions while allowing immediate play on treated surfaces. So how does it work? The Terralift machine uses a JCB road breaker gun to hydraulically hammer the probe 1½” diameter into the soil before it releases a blast of compressed air to fracture and fissure the soil. It’s at this point you literally see the earth move, undulating with the blast and then settling as if nothing had occurred. But beneath the surface the effect is one of de-

compacting the soil, opening up the panning and allowing air to reach the roots of the grass or trees. On the tail end of the air blast, dried milled seaweed is incorporated which sticks to the walls of the fractures and over a period of time, swells and contracts with the moisture content in the soil. This process helps to keep the fractures open. The probe is removed, the machine moves forward and the process repeated using two metre centre spacings on a staggered grid pattern. The probe holes are then backfilled with aggregate to provide a semi long-term aeration/ventilation shaft allowing air and water to percolate into the fissures. The treatment can be applied across large areas of sports turf, bowling and golf greens usually in a day or so without the need to suspend play other than on the day the work is being done. The result is long term relief from compaction and associated waterlogging, giving the grass or trees the aeration they need at the roots to promote healthy growth. The video of the Terralift at work can be seen at www.landscapermagazine.com Tel 01449 673783 www.terrainaeration.com

Sales take off! The owners of a new turf and topsoil website are amazed at the level of sales achieved in the first quarter of 2016. “We’ve smashed our targets, especially on topsoil sales and are continuing to trade strongly as the season progresses.” Says Director Paul Watt. “Our strengths lie in having a reliable supply chain and automated systems. That way we don’t need to hire admin staff, we can keep our prices low.” The website at went “live” in October 2015 and services trade and domestic customers throughout the UK. “It’s attracting quite a lot of repeat business” says Paul, “we’re trading with landscapers and garden centres as well as with the general public. It’s quite flattering to think that people

Spreaders and sprinklers - new range SPALDINGS have introduced a range of SPYKER heavy duty commercial push spreaders. The quality and range of these spreaders is unrivalled in the industry and offers a choice for every size of project or job. This powerful, quality driven line features the option of stainless steel frames and hoppers. They are matched with metal gear systems (with a life time warranty) and durable hardware to provide years of smooth and consistent performance. ACCU-WAY ( a SPYKER innovation) supports the proper consistent distribution of material being applied. Adjustable in seconds ACCU-WAY assists you in preventing overspreading and striping of turf. SPALDINGS have also introduced an extensive new range of GEKA sprinklers. With outstanding precision manufacturing the end user is given a high quality sprinkler for medium and high density watering for many professional applications. Tel 01522 507500 www.spaldings.co.uk

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After a 33-year absence, a widescale environmental and landscape enhancement project involving nine golf courses along the Ayrshire coast has successfully reintroduced a small but significant population of Small Blue butterflies to the south west of Scotland. The Small Blue (Cupido minimus) is the UK’s smallest resident butterfly. With a wingspan often not exceeding 16mm, its small size makes it vulnerable to local climatic and habitat changes. Although it is classed as not threatened, the Small Blue’s status throughout the UK is declining, with the main colonies being located in the south of England and northwest of Scotland where its only food plant, Kidney Vetch, grows within calcareous grasslands and coastal sand dune systems. Following a building boom in the 1970s and 1980s, the loss of key wildflower habitats in Ayrshire meant that the Small Blue was last seen in the county in 1982. The Scottish Wildlife Trust sought the help of the Ayrshire Sustainability Group, which is made up of nine golf courses plus a number of local businesses and wildlife organisations, to release a colony of the butterflies at their Gailes Marsh Reserve next to Dundonald Links. Key to the project’s success was the establishment of Kidney Vetch wildflowers at each of the project’s locations, with the hope being that the establishment of a semicontinuous corridor of these and other native wild flower species would enable the butterflies to re-colonise across its former range. “Unfortunately, Kidney Vetch is a short-lived and vulnerable wild flower which responds poorly to competitor, environmental and habitat pressures,” explains Alistair Eccles, Technical Sales Representative for Germinal in Scotland. “The success of the project therefore depended on using a source of high quality Kidney Vetch seed which could establish vigorously and continue to thrive throughout the newly established wildlife corridor. We were therefore happy to contribute to the project’s success by donating the required Kidney Vetch seed which was specially harvested for us in the UK.” Following the original colony’s release two years ago, the Small Blue remained elusive, with no subsequent sightings reported in the following 12 months. “It was feared that the release colony had simply died out,“ says the Small Blue project’s manager, Gill Smart of the Scottish Wildlife Trust. “However, several sightings of the iconic butterfly last summer, including at Dundonald Links, have shown that the original colony not only survived, but also went on to produce two generations of offspring which have

Pizazz is an eco-friendly fuel made in the UK from 100% renewable Sweet Chestnut wood. As a clean alternative to firewood, Pizazz briquettes have a 0.5 per cent ash residue which means less mess after burning and a low moisture content allowing them to produce a significantly higher level of heat without splintering or breaking during use. Unlike similar products in the market, Pizazz briquettes are made in the UK from sawdust and chip from British forests. No additives are used in the process, Pizazz are formed naturally by using the lignin in the wood which when heated binds and seals the briquettes. The briquettes are clean and easy to handle with no splinters and don’t expand or crumble while burning making them one of the safest options on the market. Eve Johnson, sales and marketing director at BSW Energy, manufacturers of Pizazz, told The Landscaper : “Wood burning pizza ovens have experienced a huge upsurge in popularity over the past few years. Whether it’s for use in a restaurant or at an event, Pizazz offers a top of the range fuel source that’s clean, long-lasting and safe

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successfully dispersed along the Kidney Vetch corridor from the original release site.” The project has expanded to promote wildflower corridors in general, beyond where Small Blue could reach, and is now named the Irvine to Girvan Nectar Network (IGNN). This has been funded for the last two years by The R&A which has extended its support by committing to the project for a further three years (to March 2018) explains Jo Kingsbury of RSPB, who manages Nectar Network Projects for the Ayrshire Sustainability Group. “There are still a few gaps in the Kidney Vetch corridor, but the funding extension will enable us to build on the success to date by creating more habitats which bolster the corridor and ensure the ongoing survival of the Small Blue and other essential pollinating insects. “The project illustrates that golf courses can be excellent havens for wildlife and important links in green corridors that facilitate wildlife movement. As such, they all offer the potential for environmental enhancement and improved habitat connectivity. The Ayrshire Sustainability Group has created a legacy for subsequent generations of greenkeepers to build on and clearly demonstrates how working together can successfully re-create ecologically valuable environments.”

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Sculpted golden daffodils This beautifully sculpted tree trunk captures the essence of the host of golden daffodils which surround it at a private house in Staplefield, West Sussex. The West Sussex-based Woodland Centre gives wind-blown tree trunks and branches a new lease of life with the creative flair of founder and chief ‘imaginator’ Anne Watson and her son-in-law, chainsaw sculpting expert, Dave Lucas. Dave’s complex carvings of woodland creatures, dinosaurs, wildlife and stunning Beatrix Potter characters are enhanced by Anne’s artistic talents using Sadolin’s protective range of translucent and opaque coatings.

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Promote spring growth

Celebrate the English Garden at Blenheim Palace Enjoy a day out at Blenheim Palace and discover over 2,000 acres of landscaped Parkland and Formal Gardens. Whatever the season there is something to explore. Spring is also the best time to view The Italian Garden.

Spring into the new season with Green-tech Green-tech has announced that its warehouses are jam packed with essential products for the maintenance season and has unveiled its new spring products catalogue. The new spring catalogue is crammed with all landscape products for the maintenance season under one roof, including turf and edging, grass seed, ground protection, weed control, maintenance equipment, fertilisers and wildflower seed.

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Redesigned in the early 20th century by the 9th Duke of Marlborough on the advice of his architect Duchêne. Formal symmetrical scrollwork parterres in box and yew replaced the earlier scheme of carpet bedding, and a new bronze fountain by American sculptor Waldo Story was installed. Look out for the precise nature of The Italian Garden’s box-hedges – each one trimmed using spirit-levels, string and many hours of dedication! Spring brings the arrival of colour with the vast urns being planted with Seville tulips, which are tall, elegant and a vibrant red colour. Dutch Master daffodils flower in abundance in the beds in this area too.

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Plugr aerators from Billy Goat offer a solution to this that can improve drainage and promote new growth by making holes throughout the turf that allow air circulation through the roots. The results being healthy grass growth and stronger turf. The Plugr aerator range consists of four products. These are the PL1800 (with either a 205cc Briggs & Stratton engine, or an 118cc Honda engine), or the PL2500 (with a 163cc Honda engine, or a 196cc Honda/Hydro Drive). The PL1800 has an 18” working width, along with four tines and weighs just 109kg. It is ideal for smaller properties or rental scenarios, and places cores 2.75” deep and aerates 22,000 square feet per hour. It has an easy folding handle that allows for compact use, transportation and storage. The PL2500 is perhaps suited for more intense usage. It has a 25” working width and eight reciprocating cam driven tines that punch to core depths of 2.75”. It can deliver aeration to up to 42,500 square feet per hour. Prices of the Plugr aerators start from £1999.99 including VAT. Billy Goat products are exclusively available in the UK

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Common concerns surround uncommon question To stay, or go? The EU referendum in June poses a seemingly simple choice: to vote to stay in Europe, or leave… but is it really that simple? In making a decision that will affect our industry and future generations for many years, there are shared common concerns. (Note: Comments here are individual personal views, and do not necessarily represent a formal corporate position.)

What do/don’t we know? The lack of balanced, objective information is a major concern. As Mark Gregory, Landform’s managing director, comments: ’The problem is, like most people, I’ve got a million things going on and not enough time to think about all these questions. I think it would be good to get

’If we come out of the EU, I don’t think it will affect the industry’s excellence, because we’re very good at what we do.’ facts and both sides of the debate.’ While agreeing it would be good to get ‘reasonably objective information, so I can make a properly informed decision,’ Nick Coslett, marketing manager at Palmstead Nurseries adds: ‘If this £9 million was spent on plant health inspectors (rather than a leaflet), I’d be happier, because that’s what we need.’ Also concerned about the lack of information, Geoff Webb, CEO at IOG Saltex, questions: ‘Are we voting for the EU as it is now or is likely to become, which could be a European super state? Will the UK be a lone voice if we don’t like what’s on the table?’ And Tim Edwards, Boningale Nurseries, isn’t even sure a referendum is the answer. ‘I think it’s massively important, and in a more sensible world, strong politicians would be telling us what they want to do, rather than asking us what we want to do (when most of us have no understanding of the issue – and I include myself in that group),’ he says. ‘We don’t know what ‘Out’ would look like; ‘Out’ would be designed by the politicians of the day.’

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Trade relationships with Europe, including the free flow of labour, runs a close second as a major concern. Plant legislation and health is of concern to nurseries in

particular, as more than half of the UK’s nursery stock comes from Europe, which raises the question of what happens in the case of a ‘Brexit’ (Britain exit) decision. ’Importing used to be difficult,’ says Ron van den Broek, Transplant Nursery. ‘So being in the EU has been helpful. However, we now have problems with needing EU approval on, for example, weed killers. That’s not helpful, because those decisions are better decided by the countries concerned.’ Tim Edwards agrees that, while good plant health regulations are needed across Europe, he is ‘critical of the plant health regime in some parts of the EU.’ He adds, ‘But I don’t imagine life would be improved were we to come out of the EU: we would still need to buy plants from across the water and, if anything, we would have less influence on the controls applied there. I’m not sure we would see any lesser regulation were we outside the EU.’ Mark Gregory hopes free trade will be maintained, whatever the referendum result. He adds, ‘I can’t think, for one minute, that our trading relationship with those nurseries will change, or that such trading agreements would dry up. Europeans value British sales; we’re such an international hub.’ Based in Kent means it’s sometimes easier and quicker

Mark Gregory, Landform Consultants to purchase plants from EU growers than from UK growers, comments Nick Coslett. ’The single market makes that process easier,’ he says. ‘However, some plant diseases have come into the UK, possibly on imported plants, on packaging, or vehicle and people movement, and the plant passport system is a lot less rigorous than the phytosanitary certificate.’ Richard Gill, Sales Development Manager at Greentech, and Chairman of BALI North East and Yorkshire region, comments on the breadth of knowledge available

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Innovation and young people Specific to the golf industry, Jim Croxton believes much of the innovation that drives the industry stems from UK practitioners, equipment manufacturers, turf and seed developers and training providers. He adds: ‘Although there are many benefits to being a part of the European community, I believe the industry will continue strongly, no matter which way UK residents choose to vote.’ He doesn’t believe golf would be greatly affected if we were to leave the European Union, adding: ‘The UK industry dominates the European golf landscape and takes the majority of inbound tourism, yet spend from European

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Tim Edwards, Boningale Nurseries tourism is still a very small percentage of the total.’ Debating the issue with his students, Stephen Dowbiggin, principal and chief executive Capel Manor, found ‘there was a definite confidence (not 100% of course), in Britain as being able to go it alone; I thought they’d be in favour of keeping us in Europe, but not those young people. There seems to a bit of a concern about what happens to their careers if people keep on coming into the UK, and willing to undercut them on pay, but there is also an honest belief that we can do it better.’ Through discussion with young people, Geoff Webb is also encouraged to think there is ‘a good crop of youngsters in our industry that care about their futures.’ He adds: ‘Whatever way the vote goes, we must continue to promote the industry and attract good young people into it. A challenge for us all, I believe.’ ‘We can learn a lot from Europe,’ comments Richard Gill. ‘For example, Holland, Sweden and Germany are advanced in areas such as urban tree planting and green roofs, with a wealth of research data.’

We don’t know what we don’t know ’In very broad terms, I think being in the EU has increased competition – and probably regulations – while also creating opportunities,’ says Stephen Dowbiggin. ‘If we come out of the EU, I don’t think it will affect the industry’s excellence, because we’re very good at what we do.’ And on a positive note, Ron van den Broek comments: ‘Hopefully, we’d be able to work together, and not go backwards in our relationship with Europe.’ And, seeming to echo the industry’s shared concerns, he adds: ‘We possibly won’t get information unless or until we were to leave; some of the ramifications we won’t know until we do leave.”

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from sharing information and experiences with similar companies in the EU. ‘We are also involved in chemical purchasing, and need to work together on chemical legislation,’ he adds. ‘If we came out of the EU, we could lose that benefit.’ Referring to the ‘time-consuming, expensive and, sometimes, very frustrating’ process of EU approvals, Geoff Webb questions the gains of being a EU member: ‘I also wonder if suppliers of products such as fertilisers would want to spend time developing UK-specific products when the UK’S chemical directorate would still have to be guided by EU approvals?’ On a human scale, Mark Gregory wonders how a Brexit vote would affect people already on work permits in this country: ‘I suppose that could be an argument for staying in Europe, so we don’t alter the status quo, although I don’t really think that’s a good enough reason.’ Stephen Dowbiggin sees both advantages and disadvantages of being in the EU: ‘Certainly, for employability for my students, it’s been great, because their qualifications have currency throughout Europe.

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Robust and versatile The new RZT-S50 from Cub Cadet is robust and versatile, whilst perfectly balancing comfort and power with industry leading 360° turning technology for manoeuvrability. This high-specification piece of machinery is equipped with a 726 cm3 Kawasaki OHV v-twin engine delivering a power output of 12kW at 2,400rpm, and has an array of features and benefits. A key feature is the zero-turn capability, from the innovator of zero-turn. This provides ultimate manoeuvrability and the ability to turn on its own axis. This level of agility is enabled through the ‘Syncro-Steer technology’, where the steering and drive are perfectly synchronised to ensure the exact speed and rotating direction of each rear wheel are synchronised with steering wheel control, delivering full steering wheel control of all four wheels. This offers excellent climbing ability, whilst dual hydrostatic transmission further aids this by providing excellent traction on hills thanks to the wide track and low centre of gravity.

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Further to this, full steering wheel control makes for easy and pleasurable experience, even after hours of mowing. Comfort is enhanced with a high-back, padded chair with a quick adjuster level, which is perfect when switching users. A truly professional finish is achieved with the advanced cutting system which provides optimal airflow, blade overlap and floating deck, delivering a consistent, flawless, high-quality cut. The 50 inch cutting deck has a cutting height range of 38mm – 100mm adjustable through eight settings, meaning that you are able to create the perfect look for a variety of client needs with just one mower. Not only this, but floating cutting follows the contours of the ground providing a smooth and uniform look and superior cutting, even on an uneven surface. With a three-in-one option to convert the machine between bagging, mulching or side discharge functions, and a mulching plug and deflector included as standard, the RZT-S50 has every option covered. As if all of this wasn’t enough, a deck wash nozzle is also fitted as standard, allowing for a quick and easy method of cleaning the deck after use.

with tractors and other groundscare machinery, so when the chance arose to reapply some of those skills he learnt as a child, he claimed he was in his ‘element’. However, at first, Geoff didn’t have the best of tools to work with: “The last mower we had here was a bit of a so-and-so and I had to tame it quite often. It was a bit old fashioned to be honest and we were having a job to start it. We actually enquired about getting it fixed but it was decided that it might be better just to buy a new one.” It proved to be the right decision as Geoff landed himself a brand new Dennis G34D. Designed to appeal to sports turf managers and professional gardeners alike, the new Dedicated G-Series range of mowers has been designed and built following the same concept as the popular Dennis G860 machine. Available in three different cutting sizes – 26”, 30” and 34” - the mowers incorporate a large-diameter eight-bladed cutting cylinder to cater for a wide range of uses to leave a precision cut. The handlebar design makes manoeuvring the machine easy and comfortable to operate. East Grinstead chose the 34” cutting width model and Geoff hasn’t looked back since:

“We purchased the machine from our local dealer Lister Wilder and one of their managers came along and showed me how to use it. I grasped it very quickly because it’s very easy to use. I was instantly impressed. The first thing I thought was how good the balance of the machine was. “Because of the heavy roller at the front, the mower doesn’t bounce around on the surface like our older mower did. With the last machine we had, I had to hold the handles firmly to stop it from bouncing around everywhere. It cuts beautifully, provides an excellent finish and I like the fact it’s compact – it’s really lightweight and comfortable to operate.” www.dennisuk.com

Cuts beautifully, provides excellent finish Geoff Gilbert, East Grinstead Town FC’s groundsman, has praised his new Dennis G34D cylinder mower, which has been purchased from local dealer Lister Wilder. “I started off being a spectator here but I got more involved and started helping out around the club. Then five years ago I took on the responsibility of looking after the pitch.” Having been raised in the countryside, Geoff gained a great understanding about agricultural life, especially during the Second World War when he and his family would grow vegetables to supply to local shops. Geoff became a natural

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Cable-free alternative WOLF-Garten has extended and enhanced its popular range of lawn mowers with the launch of the new 72v battery range, which offers a cable-free alternative. Within the range are three models; the LIONPOWER34, LIONPOWER37 and the LIONPOWER40, with each model number referring to the cutting width in cm and each model suitable for differing lawn size. The LIONPOWER34 is suitable for lawns up to 250sqm, the LIONPOWER37 perfect for lawn sizes up to 350sqm and the LIONPOWER40 is ideal for lawns up to 350sqm. Each model comes equipped with a 72Volt Lithium-ion battery and charger. The high performance batteries are 2.5Ah, have 180Watt hours and are fully charged in 60 minutes. If you are particularly short of time, there is even a super quick change option, which provides an 80% charge after just 45 minutes. Whilst the Lithium-ion battery is a major talking point, the technological and design features do not end there. Each of these precision engineered mowers feature the ACC system – Advanced Cut and Collect. This system generates a strong

airflow to straighten grass stems before cutting, resulting in a beautifully even cut and accelerating the cuttings into the grass bag. The grass bag is equipped with a bag full indicator, a handy feature to let you know when it is time to empty. Further, the CCM – Cut, Collect and Mulch – feature is a flexible mowing system offering a choice between cutting, collecting or mulching. The CCM system integrates all these functions in one machine. The mulching ability is effortless, removing the need to dispose of clippings, and putting nutrients from the cut grass back in to the lawn. The mowers all feature six central cutting heights, from 25 – 75cm, which means that the mowers can be used all season, on any type of lawn, from super-smart manicured lawns to more rustic country-style lawns. In terms of operating, the mowers have been designed to make lawn-mowing a pleasure, not a chore. They all feature quick-release handles with soft grip, providing comfort and safety. In addition, the mowers only run when the safety key is turned, even if the battery is plugged in, offering real peace of mind, especially if there are children around. The mowers chassis are made from lightweight, but hardwearing poly, which further adds to the ease of use and storage. The overall weight of each mower is only 14, 17 and 18kgs, dependent upon which model is selected.

them want to come back to Calais and so they discover what we have created for them.” Eric is currently masterminding a number of improvements to the city which he claims will be “profitable to nature,” and as the areas of green space increase so too does the number of grass cutting operations. For this, Eric relies only upon one brand. “We have had Etesia equipment since 1995. We bought 8 Hydro 100 MVEHH’s which was our first ride-on mower. But we also have about 10 pedestrian mowers from Etesia.” The city of Calais recently added to its collection of Etesia mowers after Eric decided to bring in a fleet of new Hydro 100 III ride-on mowers. Capitalizing on the strengths of its predecessor, the new Etesia Hydro 100 III ride-on mower is innovative, offering commercial users even greater efficiency and operator comfort. It has a modern hydraulic drive transmission with differential lock for improved traction and drivability. Its 18 HP twin-cylinder Kawasaki engine and its larger 14-litre fuel tank give it more power and range. Derived from a unique concept to allow mowing and collection in all weather conditions; the Hydro 100 III is the perfect mower

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Five machines in one During the heavy rain that followed in the wake of Storm Desmond in December last year, Garstang Cricket Club experienced severe flooding with water getting into the pavilion, washing away the perimeter fence, ruining machinery and cricket equipment, such as sight screens and covers, as well as leaving a layer of silt deposited all over the outfield. Since then Head Groundsman, Tom Wells, has been working tirelessly to get the pitches up and running for the start of the new season. To assist in the reparations, Philip Dixon Contractors Ltd was drafted in with their new Amazone Groundkeeper set up in scarifying mode. This Lancashire based company, which was formed in 1978 by Philip Dixon, is still a familyrun firm in the hands of Philip Dixon and his wife Catherine, together with sons Ryan, Sam and Tom and a team of highly - experienced loyal staff. They have always been a forward thinking business offering a personal service with a reputation for professionalism and quality of work that goes

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back over 50 years. Although with its roots in land drainage, the company also now provides a complete service in the amenity sector from re-grading, laser levelling, preparation and seeding work, through to maintenance operations including scarifying, sand slitting, top dressing, etc. A policy of continuous investment in machinery and training has resulted in an extensive fleet of specialist machinery as well as a team of experienced operators that undertakes work mainly in the North West, and, as part of this investment, they recently added a Groundkeeper GHL/T 1500 SmartCut flail mower collector from local Amazone Groundcare dealer, GGM Groundcare, to their extensive fleet. The Groundkeeper, with its over-dimensioned, horizontal flail SmartCut rotor, offers the ultimate in flexible operation. The SmartCut rotor has a mixture of blades and paddles that are arranged in a chevron pattern to reduce power requirement, improve the collecting ability and reduce noise levels. These free-swinging blades overlap each other fully and which shred the cuttings into short lengths to ensure the maximum utilisation of the hopper space and also to give the fastest possible composting rates. The rotor sucks up the cut material or any other surface debris, wet or dry, and deposits it into the huge capacity, high-tip hopper. The rear height roller also leaves not only a smart striped finish, but also consolidates the soil surface to prevent moisture loss, improve root development and generally strengthen the sward. And those blades can be changed within minutes, and without tools, depending on the application required. On offer is a choice of grass flails for rough cut work in scrub and heather, a mix of grass and wing blades for normal green space work or a sharpened long wing blade for fine turf work. The scarifying knives, in either 2mm or 3mm thickness can be inserted in between the normal mowing blades or run on their own depending on the depth of slit and degree of aggressiveness required. In scarifying mode, the set-up is ideal for collecting cores after a power corer on golf course greens and green approaches with the resulting soil/sward mix making an ideal top-dressing material. It takes leaf, litter collection, or any other organic matter for that matter, in its stride and can work not just on grass but on hard surfaces as well during the autumn leaf campaign. It is this versatility in being able to carry out multiple operations that makes the Groundkeeper such an obvious investment as, here at Philip Dixon Contractors Ltd, the machine will be used constantly across a varied client base

which includes cricket, football and golf clubs as well as with local councils in their autumn/winter clearing programmes. And delivery of the new machine could not have been timelier as it went into immediate operation on the back of a Kubota STV 40 compact at Garstang Cricket Club to assist in lifting the silt deposits left by the flooding; leaving the soil surface aerated to get back that root strength and nutrient supply following on from being stood under water for days on end. ‘Dixons and the Amazone have done a great job on this surface, it has allowed us to achieve the desired results in one pass, leaving a lovely rolled finish’ said Mr Wells and Ryan Dixon, Contracts Manager at Philip Dixon Contractors Ltd, added, ‘We’re all delighted with the performance of the Amazone, it’s the complete SmartCut-Landscaper-Mar16:108x150 10/3/16 package’.

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Host of new websites The Complete Group is pleased to announce the launch of a range of newly designed websites for each of its unique services including Complete Weed Control, Complete Ice Control, Complete Invasives Control and Complete Moss Control. The new websites have been designed to provide the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality throughout, allowing customers to access detailed service information and videos as well having the opportunity of geographically searching for teams closest to them. The sites include extensive information to help customers understand the Complete Group’s comprehensive range of solutions. Technical data, videos and case studies work together to provide a detailed overview of the Group’s capabilities across a wide range of sectors, including fine turf, industrial, knotweed and invasives, local authority, moss and algae and forestry. Created with the user experience firmly in mind, the websites have been designed using the latest technology so the site is compatible with all browsers and mobile devices, keeping you informed with the latest company news. Visitors will also have the opportunity to stay one step ahead by reading regular opinion pieces from Alan Abel, who has been a Complete Weed Control franchisee for over thirty years. These insightful articles provide great advice for turf managers and cover an extensive range of topics. The dedicated Complete Invasives Control website will provide visitors with the chance to improve their knowledge base on invasive species through a research and development blog by NPTC qualified Dan Jones from

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Swansea University. Not only could it help land managers identify problematic plants but it will also offer a fantastic insight into the latest technologies and methods used to control invasive species. All of the websites will also give customers the ability to sign-up to the Complete Group’s latest news and offers, the option to receive a call back from head office and all of the sites will have quick links to the company’s social media profiles. Tel 01325 324 277 www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk

Supporting education Sherriff Amenity demonstrated its commitment to education by hosting the BASIS Foundation Award in Amenity and Horticulture at BTME 2016. The course covers various modules such as Professional Pesticides, Application of Pesticides, Protecting People, Animals and the Environment, Hard/Permeable Surfaces, Turf and Borders, Weeds Control, Disease Control and Pest Control. It enables all candidates to make more educated decisions regarding the use and choice of products they are using for a wide range of scenarios they may come across. The course is also a great stepping stone for anyone who may wish to take the full Basis Qualification in the future. The BASIS Foundation Award in Amenity and Horticulture has been a resounding success at the exhibition over recent years with an impressive pass rate. This success continued at

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It can be a very time consuming affair for landscape contractors and garden designers to locate all the necessary components for a quality irrigation system. However, LWS is a company that offers a one-stop service providing professional advice and an extensive range of products including pumps, tanks, pipes, valves, sprinklers, dripline, controllers, tap timers, hoses, manual sprinklers and associated fittings. LWS has responded to the growing demand for efficient and reliable systems with a comprehensive range of quality irrigation products available from stock with comprehensive technical advice and support. Their product range is featured in over 90 pages of a new catalogue and you can also order online via our trade only webshop at www.lws.uk.com. The site also offers many features to help you select, order and reorder with the minimum amount of fuss. They distribute throughout the UK and are the main distributors for Rain Bird plus many more of the worlds other top manufacturers. Tel: 0345 230 9697 simon@lws.uk.com www.lws.uk.com

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You have control! That scary moment when your flying instructor takes his hands off the control of the aircraft! No worries though with Garden Lighting. There are many ways to control how it looks, how bright it is and when it comes on or off. Martin Bennett reports To help you get the best effects experimentation is an absolute necessity. LED bulbs should always be used, they last longer, have low running costs and are available in different power outputs ( watts) and different colour temperatures ranging from warm white ( 3000K) to a cool almost blue Daylight white (6500K) with Cool White ( 4-5000K) in between. By using luminaires with replaceable bulbs rather than built in LED’s you will be able to refine your garden lighting. Once you have the effects you want the last thing you need to do is control when your lights are switched on and off. There are several ways of doing this automatically depending on the level of sophistication you want and your budget. Perhaps the most sophisticated way is to use a lighting control system such as “light Symphony”. This system can even

be controlled by your Smartphone and can switch on and off different sectors of your lighting scheme at different times. A simpler way is to install a timer on each of the outdoor electrical circuits. A “DIN RAIL” timer is best for this and can be installed alongside the breakers in your Consumer unit electrical box. If there is no room in your electrical box then another less expensive way is to use outdoor waterproof sockets with built in timers. Timers can be a pain you say “I am always having to adjust them as daylight times change throughout the year”. A simple answer to this is to install a photocell in series with the lights. This will keep the lights switched off during daylight only turning them on when it gets dark. The timer will then switch them off at midnight or whatever hour you choose. Photocells are available in both 12v and 240v to control all types of Garden and outdoor lights. The last choice may be a PIR that can be used to light areas such as paths only when they are being used, again both 12v and 240v standalone PIR’s are available. Martin Bennett is the managing director of Lumena lights martin@lumenalights.com

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A team of award winning garden designers, led by Vanessa Blain took part in a “Professional Lightscaping” workshop held at Lighting for Gardens Letchworth showroom. Members of the Hertfordshire Society of Garden Designers attended the seminar which included some interesting presentations on; How to light trees, Creating lighting schemes within technical drawings and layouts, the pitfalls of steplighting and the qualities of LED lighting. The event was well received by garden designers who had taken time out to visit us and keen to find out more about specialist garden lighting. Water Features Water is always a prime candidate for lighting, whether it is moving or still. Underwater uplighting of a waterfall or fountain is a common and effective technique using a halogen underwater light; glistening water and the shimmering light projected by underwater lighting through moving water can be fascinating.

Trees Uplighting is the most commonly used garden lighting technique, for shrub borders and trees especially. By uplighting trees, one exploits a unique opportunity to add vertical emphasis and drama. Trees with an open habit allow

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light to fully display the branch structure, while the contrast of colour between subjects can be emphasised. Steps Lighting steps for safety is an obvious requirement in any garden, but functionality can be coupled with decorative merit if the lighting is subtle - picking out texture and colour of treads as well as highlighting their location, for example. Decking Deck lighting by installing lights in a deck is usually

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concerned with outlining the shape to create an illuminated pattern at night. Small, low power l.e.d. deck lights are the best - use deck lights with a frosted lens (to protect the led from scuffing and soften the sometimes piercing appearance l.e.d. can have within the fitting) and a chamfered edge so there is less to stub your toe on. Tel: +44 (0) 1462 486777 www.lightingforgardens.com

Top-quality LED systems from manufacturers like Wilderness Lighting provide massive levels of illumination from light bars that are discreet, offer long life and are unbelievably tough. Established car makers like Volkswagen are now using full LED headlamps in their latest models. Health and safety is the biggest issue in the landscaping and agriculture industry. The LED light from wilderness lights are using LEDs that give a very White light, this light gives more contrast when working at night and also is closer to natural sunlight which the human eye prefers, the Old halogen light gives out a yellow light which we have to adapt to and this tires our eyes and can lead to driver fatigue. By using LEDs this fatigue is no longer an issue and will lead to a safer and brighter working environment. A 55w light gives out around 800 to 900 lumens, one Wilderness Compact lights give out over 3200 lumens and only asks for 2.8 Amps at 12 volts verses the 5 amps from the halogen. Toughness is important in lights that are going to be used off-road, and the IP69K rating says it doesn’t come any tougher than Wilderness. The highest protection level available on the international scale, this means the company’s lights are 100% dusttight and watertight even against high-pressure, hightemperature close-range sprays. Wilderness lights have an average lifespan of 50,000-

plus hours and come with a lens that’s both scratch-proof and unbreakable. Again, just what you want on an off-road machine. They’re easy to fit with simple ‘plug and play’ connectors featuring surge protection and waterproof switches. They draw a fraction of the power needed by standard lights, while delivering a massive output of pure white light. As well as the standard black finish. With LED lights you get what you pay for. The LEDs themselves are classed by their manufacturers according to the strength of their output, from Grade A for the very best to Grade E for the weakest. All Wilderness Lighting products only use exclusively Grade A LEDs. The LEDs’ manufacturers price them according to their grade, so Class A is always more expensive than Class B. This means the only way to make a profit by selling cheap light bars is to use lower-quality LEDs. All Wilderness Lighting come with a three year warranty. And they’re supported by a UK distribution network. Wilderness Lighting only uses Class A LEDs from Cree and Olson, the top two names in the business – so you can be sure that as well as offering first-class customer service, Wilderness will have the products to go with it. Tel - +44 (0) 1525 852 419 www.wildernesslighting.co.uk

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Some recent installations from Hi Tech Turf demonstrate how artificial turf can revamp the appearance of a whole garden. Whether it be covering an old patio or slippery decking to replacing a whole lawn there are a wide variety of products to choose from. Their domestic grasses range from a 6mm pile to as long as 40mm in height. High Techâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s installation teams travel across the UK to install the turf and can lay a new lawn quickly and easily The artificial grass they supply is perfect for creating safe play environments for children, the turf can be complimented with safety impact matting to achieve critical fall heights. They have seen a huge uptake by schools and nurseries who have installed artificial turf to create colourful, safe outdoor spaces which can be used by the children all year round. Their HT Play Grass and HT Schools are perfect for just

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such installations - more information can be found on their dedicated Schools page. The artificial grass is so advanced that it is also ideal for sports use including Football, Tennis and Golf. All their landscape artificial grasses are manufactured from polyethylene. All the turfs are guaranteed against colour fade and breakdown and have a life expectancy of 15 - 20 years. The grasses are safe for children and pets which makes it an ideal solution for domestic lawns but also perfect for a wide variety of other applications which include swimming pool surrounds, roof terraces, patios, balconies, promotional areas, and sports pitches. Tel: 01244 289 182 www.hitechturf.co.uk

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their premier all-weather golf greens as well as opportunities for profitable involvement in the installations. Huxley Golf are the Official Supplier for all-weather golf surfaces to the Professional Golfers’ Association, the Scottish and Welsh Golf Unions and to England Golf’s National Training Academy. Their customers include many Major Championship winners and celebrities like Sir Nick Faldo, Danny Willett and Sir Clive Woodward as well as top golf courses like St Andrews Links and Gleneagles, so you can be sure they’re the best in the business. Huxley all-weather greens provide lots of fun for family and friends at home, as well as for keen golfers, so they’re a great feature for any garden. Unlike tennis courts or outdoor swimming pools, Huxley greens can be enjoyed all year round by young and old and ensure great entertainment for parties and barbecues! From the smallest putting green to a complete private golf course, Huxley Golf can provide what your clients want. Huxley Golf are no-nonsense family owned business with a great reputation built up over many years. To find out more, just phone Huxley Golf on 01962 733222. To find out about the attractive referral scheme and how you can earn valuable extra income from successful introductions by simply putting us in touch with your client. If you’re interested, they will explain how you can profit from joining in Huxley Golf installations or, in certain parts of the country, become an Appointed Huxley Golf Distributor Installer. https://youtu.be/4V_MF2f9SsE

Specialist natural and synthetic turf contractor CLS Sports has completed a full-size hockey facility with bespoke floodlighting at historic Yarm School as part of a £2m multifaceted project at the Stockton-on-Tees private school. Working on an environmentally sensitive site bounded by local housing, existing school buildings and sports facilities, CLS brought in their Landscape and Earthworks team to contour the sloping site ready for installation of pitch, which is sited on the floodplain of the river Tees. The contractor worked closely with the local authority and the school to develop the flexible, collaborative approach vital for delivery of the scheme. The advanced drainage system includes a 480m3 attenuation tank to counterbalance the earth removed from the floodplain to create the new pitch. CLS laid a Domo Hockey Xtreme 18mm sand-dressed carpet on top of a fully engineered base that included pozidrain system, reduced fines sub-base, grit layer, macadam engineered bass and shockpad.

The contractor’s own fleet of specialist equipment was used to install the facility, including their laser grader and CLS Selfdrive plant and machinery to achieve the required precision tolerances for the sub-base and grit layers. Other key elements of the CLS Sports project included a new boathouse overlooking the river, extensive hard and soft landscaping and new car resin-bonded parking embracing sustainable drainage. www.cls-sports.co.uk

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eliminates the staining associated with traditional cement methods. Its fast drying properties allow surfaces to hold foot traffic in as little as ten hours. Andrew Hamman, Category Manager at Bostik, said: “We developed our newest jointing compound in response to demand from builders for a fast drying, all-weather compound that can be applied in virtually any weather conditions. The unpredictable British climate can often put a halt to outdoor work, but now patio and paving installations can be completed whatever the weather and still produce the same high quality results.” Bostik Wide Jointing Compound is available in natural or grey colour. Each 20kg tub provides coverage of up to 13m2. www.bostik.co.uk Tel 01785 272625.

High-performance, eco-friendly decking Trex Company has announced that its eco-friendly decking is now available in B&Q stores across the UK and Ireland. Just in time for the beginning of outdoor living season, Trex decking is available in more than 100 B&Q stores as well as on the retailer’s website. The home improvement shop now stocks and sells Trex Contour, a collection specially designed for the European market with all the benefits expected from high-performance Trex products. Contour boards are easy to install and never need sanding, oiling or staining – and spills and debris wash off easily with just soap and water. Come rain, sun or snow, Trex composite decking will stay as beautiful and strong as the

day it was first installed. Wrapped in an ultra-durable, proprietary shell, Trex Contour decking provides superior protection against the outdoor elements. Boards are manufactured to resist fading, staining, splitting and rotting. They won’t warp, crack or splinter and also are covered by the company’s 25year Limited Residential Fade and Stain Warranty. Trex Contour is available in three nature-inspired varieties – Chateau Grey, Moroccan Red and Torino Brown. Chateau Grey is stocked in stores; all three colours are available for purchase via the B&Q website at diy.com. Prices start from 19 GBP per board including VAT. www.trex.com/uk

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Patio kits, stepping stones, edgings and walling Research suggests UK households spend an average of £123 a year on their gardens, with keener gardeners spending up to £30,000 over their lifetime on a variety of garden products. With these figures in mind, Kelkay is determined to give customers the best choice, the best quality and the best value for their money. The Borderstone range includes many of the country’s favourite patio kits, stepping stones, edgings and walling. Antony Harker, managing director of Kelkay, told The Landscaper, “We’ve invested a great deal recently in market intelligence and used these deep insights to create a real impact in-store with new products and striking merchandising. This investment is paying off through excellent sales volumes for retailers of our Borderstone range.” New to the Borderstone range are the Abbey 1.5m and 2.4m Twist Circle paving available in the bestselling colours, antique and York gold. The circles look great on their own or incorporated into an Abbey Paving Patio using Kelkay’s squaring off kit. Kelkay has extended its popular Granite Cobble Mat Sets collection with a new granite mat quarter circle. Available in both light and dark grey and ideal for creating a feature circle or decorative path, this addition complements a range that has enjoyed great success since its 2015 launch.

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More choice, greater flexibility Lafarge General Purpose Cement is now available in 25kg bags from Aggregate Industries. The new range, which includes two products – General Purpose and General Purpose+ – features the distinctive new Lafarge Cement branding so it’s easy to identify at the builders’ merchant yard. General Purpose comes in a standard paper bag while General Purpose+ benefits from a waterproof bag design, which means it can be stored outside, whatever the weather. The packaging also offers greater strength, meaning it is less likely to tear, reducing wastage and returns. Both products are carefully blended and packed to ensure the quality and consistency of the mix is guaranteed every time. Jeremy Lee, Commercial Director of Aggregate Industries’ Building Products division, told The Landscaper, “We have extended our range of packed products to offer more choice, greater flexibility and complete peace of mind to customers working with bagged cement. The new waterproof bag design of General Purpose+ not only helps extend the shelf life of the cement, keeping it fresher for longer, it also means it can be stored outside on the job. If it rains, there’s no need to cover or remove it from site as unopened, it’s completely air and water tight.” www.lafargecement.co.uk.

Hailed for design innovation and longevity Charcon, the commercial hard landscaping division of Aggregate Industries, has collaborated on a top London residential project, Trafalgar Place in Elephant & Castle, which is being hailed for design innovation and longevity. The project, part of a wider £1.5 billion, 28 acre regeneration scheme to upgrade and reconnect Elephant & Castle with the mostly derelict Heygate Estate, saw an office block converted into a development of 235 homes. With a brief to create a quality urban residential space, Charcon was consulted to recommend approximately 3,500m2 of hard landscaping options that would establish a strong relationship between the green spaces of both

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the private communal and public areas, to the adjacent buildings and edges. 1,840m2 of Charcon’s Andover Textured flag and block paving in Midnight Grey, Silver Grey and Light Grey was supplied, offering a premium quality block paving product at an affordable price. Pairing the unique three colour blend with five different block sizes specified Andover Textured offers an eye-catching design solution that runs throughout all of the main tree-lined avenues of the scheme. 1,050m2 of premium Appalachian flag paving in Leemoor Ground was used for an upper private courtyard podium. Incorporating up to 60% recycled and reclaimed materials, the uniquely formulated granite aggregates offer exceptional performance and durability. Charcon’s technical specialists also created a bespoke product for the project, producing 250m2 of ‘Special’ Appalachian Leemoor. Using a double process prior to sandblasting to expose a greater amount of aggregate, the end product was a unique polished and sandblasted finish which, when laid alongside the Leemoor Ground, created a distinctive contrast of textures within the private courtyard.

In addition, 100 linear metres of hard wearing Natural Granite kerbs and radii in Silver Grey were incorporated to create features throughout the scheme, and 240m2 of Europa block.

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Grange unveils revolutionary ultimate panel Leading garden structures and fencing company, Grange Fencing has unveiled the newest addition to its comprehensive range of fencing products, the Ultimate Panel. Benefitting from cutting edge technology, the Ultimate Panel revolutionises the traditional lap panel design, overcoming common problems with damage and decay. Boasting a whole host of design innovations, the Ultimate Panel features smooth, fine sawn and straight cut timber slats for a premium finish. A first to the fencing market, the fine sawn finish prevents the frame from fraying over time, as well as providing a luxurious, high quality appearance. The re-engineered frame includes a neat rebated frame for a more superior fit and uses flush mortise and tenon joints. Not only does the Ultimate Panel benefit from gamechanging architectural innovations but it also comes complete with a revolutionized packaging design. Distributed in packs of 18, the Panels sit on sturdy timber box pallets and are individually secured by 5mm bands which can be removed one by one, allowing for secure transportation and easy storage. Trade Marketing Manager, Antony Barrett explains, “With over 60% of sales in the fencing industry directed towards the traditional lap design, the Ultimate Panel offers consumers a state-of-the-art alternative with a level of quality over and above any other panel in the lap market. With the support of a bespoke step-style merchandising display, retailers will be able to drive sales of the Ultimate Panel, providing a superior fencing solution and maximising on profit.” Available in two sizes- 1.8M x 1.83M and a smaller 1.5M x 1.83M- the Ultimate Panel is pressure treated in either Golden Brown or Natural Green to ensure a stylish, longlasting panel to suit any outdoor area. Retailers can contact Grange for more information about the Ultimate Panel and other available products on 01952588088 or by emailing sales@grangefen.co.uk.

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Record number of new plants The Sun Flower Square, the industry garden led by Peter Seabrook is set to display the largest amount of novelties on an exhibit at Chelsea, or any other UK show.The cross-industry floral exhibit in the Grand Pavilion features has some 40 new plant introductions spread over the four gardens that make up the Square. Over 80 companies are contributing to the display which promises to showcase the best new varieties for launching into the UK market. Wyevale Nurseries will be launching a collection of new blooms on the Room Outside Garden. The Candy Collection, Dahlia ‘Lemon Sherbet’, Dahlia ‘Rhubarb & Custard’, Dahlia ‘Strawberry Bon Bon’ will be on show along with Dahlia ‘White Cockatoo’ a beautiful ruffled ivory white flower nestled amongst dark, almost black foliage. Wyevale will also be focussing on new varieties of Salvia with Salvia ‘Little Kiss’, Salvia ‘Love and Wishes’ and Salvia ‘Radio Red’ making a statement at the show. Lupin ‘Purple Emperor’ will also be introduced to the visitors, as well as the new Ligustrum ‘Sunshine, a low-growing hedge that doesn’t bloom which is good news for allergy sufferers. A highlight of The Sun Flower Square will be Chrysanthemum ‘Princess Charlotte’. Named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s daughter, the chrysanthemum is a gorgeous pale baby pink with vibrant green tips. It will support the children’s hospice charity which is proud to have Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge as its Royal Patron. Other charities exhibiting on the gardens include Sweet Pea ‘ Eleanore Udall’ which is being grown exclusively for horticultural therapy charity Thrive will be on show, as is the Time to Live Rose from Nursery Fresh which is raising money for Breast Cancer Now. The garden will see a brand new pink and white bi-colour Asiatic lily variety ‘Perfect Joy’, bred at Pinetops Nursery and commercially available this year for the first time. New varieties of Petunias will adorn the Seed and Hanging Basket Gardens, amongst them will be Petunia ‘Night Sky’ from Ball Colegrave, Petunia ‘Tidal Wave Red Velour’ and Petunia ‘Tumbelina Anna’ from Fleuroselect. Fleuroselect will also have Calamintha nepeta ‘Marvelette Blue’ and Cosmos bipinnatus ‘Xanthos’on show as part as the 2016 Medal Winners series. Begonias will also be abundant across the floral exhibit. Benary will be showing off Begonia BIG Mix in five different

colour shades, Marshalls will also be displaying new begonias in the shape of Begonia ‘Sweet Spice Citrus’ and Begonia ‘Sweet Spice English Rose’, the first fragrant varieties with a compact free-branching spreading habit.

Best Spring Days ever Groen-Direkt’s Spring Days fair took place on 11 and 12 April. Almost five hundred growers presented their products to the visitors. Hundreds of buyers inspected the alphabetically arranged products in the Dutch town of Boskoop. +Groen-Direkt works with a unique formula, offering a wide, highly diverse range of garden plants under one roof by combining thirty sample fairs a year with a webshop. Buyers can see, feel and smell the plants themselves at the fairs, or opt for the convenience of purchasing via the webshop, where they can view weekly updated photos of the products. In both cases they can choose from a distinctive range of plants that they will receive quickly, via one order, one delivery and one invoice. In the remaining part of the year, around twenty more fairs will be organised in Boskoop, where trading companies and garden centres will find a full range of garden plants. www.groen-direkt.nl

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