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Independent tests & reviews of horticulture and gardening equipment and machinery used by horticultural businesses and professionals, including grass cutting, hedge cutting, tree care, turf care, grounds maintenance equipment.
Latest Machinery Tests
Brushcutters reviewed - What benefits do latest petrol units offer?
Power, comfort and low vibration levels are all factors for our testers of these petrol machines, Sally Drury reports.
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.
Kit test: petrol blowers reviewed
These backpack and handheld machines can do more than just blow leaves but how do they perform in action at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens? Sally Drury reports.
Chainsaws tested and reviewed: battery v petrol
How do the latest battery models shape up against new petrol chainsaws when tested at Bridgwater College? Sally Drury reports.
Reviewed: ride-on mowers
With mowing one of the key tasks at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, the team are ideally placed to try out the latest machines. Sally Drury reports.
VIDEO: Reviewed: Battery pedestrian mowers
With rising demand driving development, Sally Drury reviews a selection of the latest models at Trengwainton Garden, Cornwall.
Reviewed: Brushcutters
New machines from Echo, Makita, Stihl, Tanaka and Canycom Samurai reflect the huge variety of models but how do our reviewers rate them? Sally Drury reports.
Tested and reviewed - Arboriculture kit
These battery and petrol pole saws help arborists keep their feet on the ground but which will the students at Bridgwater College prefer? Sally Drury finds out.
Reviewed - Woodchippers
Piles of material at Bridgwater College presented a perfect opportunity to test a selection of new and updated machines, writes Sally Drury.
Review - Utility vehicles
Testers from three different disciplines assess the merits of two models with contrasting specifications at Bridgwater College.
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Latest forecasts predict slowdown in construction due to Brexit uncertainty
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How will new engine regulations affect woodchipper purchase options?
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What do the latest developments in petrol and battery-powered chainsaws have to offer?
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Grower sundries - Growing media for edibles
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Grower sundries - Options for nurseries
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Tractors: market roundup
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Are tree suppliers seeing the benefit of the health message of trees?
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What products are available to help ensure success this planting season?
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