Climate change

Early signs of climate change, and how experts think it will affect the horticulture industry

ADAS report shows climate change will affect which diseases damage crops

Climate change will bring about significant changes in the spectrum of diseases that damage horticultural crops - and in the...

Campaign calls for emphasis on green values to boost economy

Green-space experts have this week launched a campaign calling for a shift in public spending on green infrastructure to address...

Landscaping must adapt as climate changes, warns lecturer

Planning gardens to meet the challenges of the changing climate will be a critical aspect of landscapers' work during the...

Climate expectations

From citrus crops to soil erosion, climate change promises mixed benefits for UK horticulture.

Growing greener

Kent's vast Thanet Earth glasshouse complex is employing cutting-edge control systems to ensure production is as effective and sustainable as...

What is the future for botanic gardens?

Directors of leading botanic gardens debated their role last month at an event at Kew.

Growing efficiency

Can the protected horticulture sector continue to reduce its energy use? Gavin McEwan reports.

Greening the garden centre

Can garden retailers' environmental policies convince a sceptical public, asks Gavin McEwan.

Ways to cut your carbon footprint

Parks services can slash expenses, benefit the environment and at the same time make green spaces more attractive, says Sid...

How sustainable practices can improve efficiency and effectiveness

In a world governed by climate change, green is the new competitive advantage that organisations are seeking.

Managing climate change with trees

Trees will be key in adapting our cities to climate change. But what will convince policy-makers and the public? Gavin...

New systems for water efficiency

Climate change, legislation and costs mean more efficient irrigation is crucial. Here's a look at the latest techniques and research.

Should public spending be shifted from grey to green infrastructure?

In the wake of CABE's Park City conference, HW polled figures from across the landscape and green space sectors.

Kate Lowe

We've got the ideas to help climate plan

Full marks to the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, for his pledge to boost street trees across the capital.

Kate Lowe

Leader - Our sector's solutions to climate change

In November the Government will launch what climate change minister Joan Ruddock says will be the "most comprehensive package of...

Kate Lowe

Leader - Act now to be heard on climate change

Two weeks ago in HW, we noted what a huge opportunity had opened for horticulture as the Government broadened its...

Kate Lowe

A timely call to save urban street trees

Leading figures from across UK arboriculture, with help from colleagues from across the globe, are meeting today to flesh out...

Kate Lowe

Eco-town initiative misses opportunity

While housing minister Caroline Flint's revelation that 20 per cent of the Government's eco-towns are to be given over to...

Green Flag Award Winners 2010/11

See our selection of case studies drawn from winners of not only the Green Flag Award but also the Green Pennant Award which recognises high-quality green spaces managed by voluntary and community groups, a category of increasing relevance in these changing times for parks and open spaces.