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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…
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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:…
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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…
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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…
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Pumpkins and Squash
Pumpkins and Squash are celebrated for their culinary uses
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Electrical weed control
Electrical Weed Control Trials at Oxford Botanic Garden show promising Results The concept of using electricity for weed control is not new. In fact, this method has been explored for more than a century. However, it has never gained widespread…
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Halloween and pumpkins
Halloween means high demand to buy pumpkins. One of the largest growers in the UK is David Bowman, with a 200ha farm growing three million pumpkins especially for this time of the year. Over 100 staff lift the massive crop…
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Bespoke Garden Steelwork
Bespoke garden steelwork can offer a unique way to personalize your garden, combining functionality with artistic flair. These handcrafted elements allow garden owners to adorn their outdoor spaces with pieces that are not only practical but also visually striking and…
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Bespoke Garden Water Features
Bespoke Garden Water Features The Timeless Role of Water in Gardens Water has always been a central feature in gardens, playing an important role since the earliest days of gardening. Across centuries and cultures, water features have evolved to reflect…