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In Depth

A natural route to cost reduction

Rising fuel prices are seeing more growers considering crops that require less heat or scheduling growing away from winter months.

A new agenda for horticultural research

After Kirton's demise, new ways must be found to fund research, say Andrew Colquhoun and Susan Woodhead.

Summer sensations from the bedding plant trials

Poor weather at this year's summer trials failed to detract from the array of star plants on show.

Plant Focus

Calluna

Easy to care for, these largely trouble-free plants are ideal for adding year-round colour, writes Dave Holland.

Eupatorium

This disease-resistant, summer-flowering genus is great for adding colour and structure, says Graham Clarke.

Escallonia

This versatile genus is a great alternative to plain hedging and also works well mixed with other shrubs or as...

Sophora

In a suitable position, this largely trouble-free exotic tree can make a striking point of interest.

Alnus

This hardy genus is a quick grower and ideal for adding interest to nutrient-poor ground.

Pest & Disease News

Oak killer leaves scientists foxed

A mysterious killer disease that has attacked more than 200 oaks is bamboozling scientists, who have ruled out the dreaded...

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Have the euro's highs affected your business in the UK?

"...it hasn't been the number one problem. But I'm sure it will have a reducing effect on our US sales." FItzgerald Nurseries MD Pat FitzGerald

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