Is spring the best time to lay turf?
Is spring the best time to lay turf? Waving goodbye to winter brings renewed hope and energy to gardeners and a sense of purpose and positivity. Spring brings with it new buds, new growth and the impetus to be outside. Is spring the best time to lay turf? Waving...
Quick Guides
Quick Guides To get you started with preparing your soil and laying your turf - have a glance at our handy Quick Guides below. For more detailed advice head to our “How to Lay Turf” article.Quick Guides To get you started with preparing your soil and laying your turf...
Turf aftercare
Turf aftercare Turf aftercare Newly laid lawn After laying turf avoid vigorous use to allow it a chance to put down its new roots. This will take 2 to 4 weeks depending on the time of year. It grows a lot slower in the winter. During that time we would advise you to...
Turf V Seed
Turf V Seed One of the dilemma gardeners face is whether to lay turf or to sow grass seed to create that lush green lawn. Of course you’d think we are likely to say turf is the best option, but we’ve looked at both sides of the coin. One option may be better for you...
Aeration, why, when and how?
Aeration, why, when and how? Aerating your turf or lawn is a great way to prep it ready for the summer months. Aeration lets air and water into the soil to encourage better root growth and allows the roots to absorb more nutrients from the soil. It is an important job...
Leatherjackets
Leatherjackets We come across clients experiencing problems with Leatherjackets management. In order to help, these are the steps we advise to best deal with the problem. Leatherjackets We come across clients experiencing problems with Leatherjackets management. In...
An insight into Gardening Competitions from Richard Taylor
Gardening CompetitionsThere are some key points which will make all the difference when you take your gardening into the competitive sphere. Richard Taylor from Bovey Tracey shares his experience gained from judging events such as South West in Bloom and Keep Britain...
Accessibility to Green Spaces from Susan Fallon
Accessibility to Green SpacesSusan Fallon, Trustee of Exeter charity Living Options Devon, tells us about importance of improving access to green spaces for everybodyAccessibility to Green SpacesSusan Fallon, Trustee of Exeter charity Living Options Devon, tells us...
Garden photography tips from Felix Northover
Garden photography tipsThe art of capturing a great photograph often doesn't come down to what equipment you have but rather some basic understanding of light and composition.Garden photography tipsThe art of capturing a great photograph often doesn't come down to...
