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10 Feb 2012 | by Hannah Jordan

The choice between restoration and innovation when redesigning historic gardens is a question of reconciling the site's past story and modern visitor needs, Hannah Jordan reports.

Glasshouse technology: Helping hands

10 Feb 2012 | by Claire Shaddick

Advances in LEDs, plant monitoring and even robotics will allow growers to improve their production processes, Claire Shaddick finds.

Interview - Sir Tony Hawkhead, chief executive, Groundwork UK

02 Sep 2011 | by Hannah Jordan

Since Sir Tony Hawkhead took over as chief executive 15 years ago, Groundwork has grown from a charity with a £20m annual turnover delivering 800 projects a year to one with a £150m annual turnover delivering 6,000 projects a year.

Green investment

02 Sep 2011

A Merseyside housing body has ambitious plans to transform its green spaces with community help, writes Gavin McEwan.

Exotic edibles - growers expand their horizons

01 Sep 2011

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.

Edibles producers abandon chlorine-based decontamination

26 Aug 2011

The recent outbreaks of E. coli in Europe have underlined the importance of ensuring that fresh produce is safe. This is something that places increasing demands on growers and packers, particularly as consumers continue to favour ready-to-eat products.

How horticultural growers can reduce energy costs

26 Aug 2011

Incentives are available to help growers tackle their ever-increasing energy bills, Sally Drury reports.

Four Oaks Trade Show - range of plants bigger than ever

25 Aug 2011 | by Jack Shamash

Variety is the key attribute on show this year as a vibrant selection of plants reflects a high level of confidence in the industry, notes Jack Shamash.

Four Oaks Trade Show - new products and services on offer

25 Aug 2011

From high-end planters and garden furniture to recycled pots and spraying equipment, Four Oaks caters for specialist growers and retail buyers alike, says Jack Shamash.

Four Oaks Trade Show - practical advice offered at seminars

25 Aug 2011

This year Four Oaks, in conjunction with Horticulture Week and Garden Retail magazine, is hosting a day of seminars to offer practical advice to people working in the industry.

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