Category: Horticultural Consultancy
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Biological Pest Control
Biological Pest Control uses beneficial insects and natural solutions for pest control, soil health, and plant vitality
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Horticultural Expert Witness
Horticultural Expert Witness role A horticultural expert witness provides specialized knowledge and professional analysis in the field of horticulture. These experts are called upon to deliver detailed evaluations of plant health, landscape design, soil conditions, and environmental horticulture. Their role is critical in resolving disputes and offering expert testimony in cases involving property damage, plant…
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Advice on greenhouses and growing under glass
Advice on Greenhouses A Greenhouse is an asset to any garden. Essential for the propagation of seeds and plants, the features of a Greenhouse provide suitable growing conditions for a wide range of plants, which would otherwise be unable to survive in an external environment. In order to obtain maximum benefit from a Greenhouse, it…
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Advice on the type of soil you have in your garden
Understanding the type of soil you have in your garden Knowing the type of soil in your garden is essential for creating a thriving outdoor space. The soil serves as the foundation for your plants, flowers, and vegetables, so understanding its characteristics will help you determine whether it is suitable for your gardening goals. If…
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Landscape Design for a New Build House
Need to landscape your new build house? As a Landscape Designer for New Builds may I urge you to read some pointers in my article here. A garden design for new build house needs to overcome many issues, but mainly that to do with poor soil conditions. Once surmounted then the garden can make an…
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Temperate House at Kew to be restored
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has secured a Heritage Lottery Fund grant of £14.7m as part of the £34.3m restoration project of the Temperate House at Kew Gardens, which is a Grade One listed heritage building. The £34.3m restoration project will be completed in May 2018. The Temperate House is the largest surviving Victorian glasshouse structure…
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Fusarium Patch or Snow Mould – what is is and how to manage it
Fusarium Patch (Snow Mould): A Comprehensive Guide with Scientific Insights and management Fusarium Patch, commonly referred to as Snow Mould, is a turf disease caused by the fungus Microdochium nivale. This pathogen thrives in cold, wet, and humid conditions, making it a significant problem for turfgrass in temperate climates. Originally associated with snow cover, its occurrence has…
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Horticultural Consultant
Barry Holdsworth Horticultural Consultant with over 30 years experience List of Companies Work is undertaken for all garden and horticultural related issues. Below are some of the public and commercial organisations that Barry has worked with as a horticultural consultant: A selection of case studies below offer an insight into past work that has been…
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Sugar as a growth stimulant for trees
Sugar as a Catalyst for Tree Growth: A Scientific Exploration Poor root systems in trees are a significant challenge, often leading to the depletion of storage reserves by up to a third, ultimately starving trees to death. However, recent studies suggest that sugar, a simple and widely available compound, may hold the key to revitalizing…