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Latest News

Time for Government action on plastic plant pot recycling, say horticulture industry figures

13 November 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Blue Diamond garden centres' Alan Roper reveals secrets of success

13 November 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Tree canopy cover tallies with school success, researchers find

13 November 2018 , By Gavin McEwan

Labour and skills shortages "accelerating", survey finds

13 November 2018 , By Gavin McEwan

Ansell Garden Centre opens new building two years after fire

12 November 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Community cider-making project launches appeal after Lottery funding ends

12 November 2018 , By Gavin McEwan

Garden centres to drop use of festive reindeer following campaign

12 November 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

Dutch plant and flower exports to UK fall 2% in year to 30th September

12 November 2018 , By Matthew Appleby

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Latest Plant Focus

Myrtus

Myrtle is a tender shrub so it is a plant for milder gardens, but with our changing climate the limits are being pushed, says Miranda Kimberley.

Gaura

These robust plants can repeat flower from April to October and nice foliage adds interest, says Miranda Kimberley.

Pyrus

Attractive ornamental pear trees are great for street planting as well as gardens, writes Miranda Kimberley.

Pest & Disease Factsheets

Pest & Disease Factsheet: Winter moths

This group of pests can damage commercial fruit and forestry trees as well as ornamental crops.

Pest & Disease Management - Green manure

Additional crop benefits for growers make this an increasingly popular option as a biofumiagant.

Pest & Disease Factsheet - Sciarid flies

These pests transmit diseases that affect growth in ornamental crops and can even kill plants.

EAMU updates and expiry alerts

Latest crop protection and treatment authorisations

Pest and Disease Alerts

Latest pest & disease alerts, outbreaks and interceptions

Plant Health Resources

INDUSTRY DATA

Top UK Arboriculture Businesses 2018

Who are the UK's biggest arboriculture businesses?
Top UK Fruit Producers: 2018

A combination of demand from retailers for UK produce, and technical advances to extend the season for home-grown fruit, has meant that UK growers now provide a mainstay product on supermarket shelves that is recognised for its quality while also supporting rural economies.
Top 50 UK Landscape Contractors: Landscape leaders

Landscape industry consolidation is a key factor influencing Horticulture Week's top 50 ranking of the biggest landscape construction and maintenance operators by turnover.
Top 60 Ornamentals Nurseries: Nursery leaders

Private equity investment in the nursery sector is a new element, as Horticulture Week reveals its updated list of the industry's top 60 ornamentals nurseries by turnover.

Latest products and kit

Grower sundries - Growing media for edibles

Better control, efficiency and productivity are among the benefits offered by the latest products, Gavin McEwan discovers.

Grower sundries - Options for nurseries

Environmental factors are key for growers choosing the latest pots, growing media, fertilisers and labels, writes Sally Drury.

IoG Saltex Show Preview: turf solutions

More than 300 exhibitors will be showcasing their latest products at this year's turf management event. Sally Drury reports on the highlights.

Tractors: market roundup

Manufacturers are working to provide solutions to many challenges. Sally Drury looks at their newest models.

Tractors reviewed: flexible choice

These two tractors are designed for versatility and operator comfort, but how do they fare under tough test conditions? Sally Drury reports.

What products are available to help ensure success this planting season?

Young trees face a tough challenge to get established. Sally Drury looks at some of the best products available to help ensure successful planting projects.

Kit and machinery reviews

Independent tests & reviews of horticulture and gardening equipment and machinery

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AHDB (Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board) Stoneleigh Park
Regional Sales Managers
LBS Worldwide Ltd UK Wide
Experienced Gardener
Daylesford Estate North Cotswolds
Gardener, Facility Management Office (FM)
U.S Embassy, London London (Central), London (Greater)

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PARTNER CONTENT

Working in partnerships with ICL we have produced a series of technical and informative articles including best practice case studies on ICL's Grow, Nurture & Protect themes.