Hedge trimmers reviewed
02 Sep 2011 | by Sally Drury
Our testers brave wet weather conditions to try out a selection of the latest models, Sally Drury reports.
A Merseyside housing body has ambitious plans to transform its green spaces with community help, writes Gavin McEwan.
Our testers brave wet weather conditions to try out a selection of the latest models, Sally Drury reports.
Pustules make this a relatively simple problem to identify but action must be taken to avoid damage.
Being organised, keeping up to date and focusing on safety are three major aspects of any arboricultural business. Thankfully, there are tools and equipment to ensure that this aspect of work runs smoothly.
The sun-loving kiwis should have all perished. Last winter in Kent, after all, was one of the worst for years. But they did not, which bodes well not only for Worldwide Fruit, which is trialling the crop, but like-minded growers turning their hand to exotic fruits and vegetables.
In-store and online, new media tools provide opportunities to improve the retail experience, says Leslie Kossoff.
In combination or individually the year-round sales potential of the two can be enhanced by staff knowledge and effective displays, says Graham Clarke.
Sales of outdoor clothing and footwear at garden centres are on the rise, finds Matthew Appleby.
Companies are finding that they have to diversify to survive, says Matthew Appleby.
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