GreenBlue Urban has installed another three of its SuDSPods at United Utilities Headquarters in Warrington. The pods have been connected to the downpipes of the Northern Gatehouse Building, which directly capture runoff of 80sqm from the 107sqm roof. Featuring a...
Landscaping supplier Marshalls claimed a 'resilient performance' as its revenue for the first half of 2024 dropped by 13% compared to 2023. The fall, from £354m to £306m was attributed to low levels of new build housing and private housing repair, maintenance and...
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) launches its new Environmental Horticulture Growth Strategy - a vision for Wales at the Royal Welsh Show, taking place this year. The new strategy document emphasises the important role of gardening and environmental horticulture in both urban and rural economy, as well as its societal and wellbeing...
The City of York Council gives the green-light to AtkinsRéalis-designed Government eco-hub. In the plans put forward by the Government Property Agency (GPA), Homes England and Network Rail, the new structure will offer 135,000 sq ft of flexible office space for up to 2,600 civil servants. Green design features include solar panels, air source...
Supplier of landscaping and forestry products, Green-tech, scoops the win for Best New Product at this year’s GLAS Ireland, which took place in Dublin. Designed to support urban tree planting, the TreeParker® system works to protect against soil compaction, providing stability for highways’ applications, and managing drainage in urban tree pits....
HRH The Prince of Wales succeeds her Majesty the late Queen Elizabeth II as patron of green space protection charity, Fields in Trust. His Royal Highness moves from president of the charity, a position he has held since 2013, to patron, at a time the charity says is pivotal. Jo Barnett, chair of Fields in Trust comments on his Highness’s...
Winner of Pro Landscaper’s 30 Under 30 award 2023, and known for his peat free practices and dedication to his work, Harry Hoblyn has grown Rymer Trees from a seedling into a flourishing business, with its sales increasing by 300% over the last 12 months alone. But it's not been the easiest journey so far, as Hoblyn explains how his biggest...
Horticultural career changer and RHS student, Felicity Gray, completes debut Woking project, transforming a nature deprived site into a community enriched space in just seven days. Every year, students on the Level 4 RHS Diploma in Horticultural Practice at RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey, put forward a ‘Design and Build’ project. The winning design is...
A sustainability focused garden sponsored by F.H.Brundle and Straightcurve has been awarded a prestigious Silver Gilt medal at the Hampton Court Flower Show. Designed by Australian gardener Melanie Hick and built by Kamil Rybak of London HardLandscapes, the garden captured the hearts of judges and visitors alike with its innovative approach to...
Major multi-million development of Longfield Centre in Prestwich has been given the green-light to go-ahead. The Longfield Centre site is set to receive a £100m overhaul in a joint venture between Muse and Bury Council. Plans, which have been shaped by the input of the local community, include a provision of live event areas, a market hall,and...
Urban housing architect practice, Gouldstone & Co has been granted planning permission on an ‘awkward’ backland site in Greenwich, south London. Six houses are planned for the 585m² triangular estate, with four three-beds, one four-bed and one two-bed. All but one of the houses will be constructed at the site's rear, encompassing a landscape...
Wildflower Turf Ltd. introduces new Enhance Wildflower Biodiversity range, designed to ‘enhance’ existing wildflower spaces and meet the growing demands of biodiversity preservation. The new range utilises a scientifically designed substrate, made of only natural ingredients, optimising seed growth and achieving up to 93% germination rates. As...
The UK government puts forward its proposed changes to nutrient neutrality rules, inviting environmental groups to help deliver a “win-win for house building and nature”. Green groups across the nation have been invited to meet with the Labour government today to broker a way to unblock planning projects currently prevented by anti-pollution...
Pro Landscaper launched the search for its tenth class of 30 Under 30: The Next Generation winners, in association with Green-tech on the first of May 2024. Now, there is only one week left to enter. Recognising up-and-coming talent within the industry, the awards celebrate the range of achievements and ambitions from young people in...
Grounds maintenance companies and local communities need to be involved earlier in a project to ensure long-term value is delivered. This is one of the outcomes of a roundtable held on how to futureproof our public spaces. Eleven senior representatives from key stakeholder groups were brought together by Pro Landscaper and green service provider...
The Young People in Horticulture Association is a group that was created to unite those under 35s working in horticulture, to better facilitate collaboration, education, and innovation. Its primary focus is exploring ways the industry can attract a younger demographic, both as future horticultural employees and as customers for garden centres. ...
Plans for a £150m regeneration of two council estates in north London move forward following securing approval. Joyce Avenue and Snell’s Park estate in Upper Edmonton have secured planning approval from Enfield Council planning committee to be transformed into a new neighbourhood. The council currently aims to sign a principal contractor this...
If approved, Galloway could be the UKs first national park since the South Downs was named in 2010. Selected from a five-strong shortlist, the Scottish government confirmed the winning bid on Monday. A deeper investigation into the site's suitability will now begin. If given official designation, it will mark Scotland’s third national park,...
After three years, a singular route access space has been transformed by Greenfingers Charity into a sensory sanctuary in the heart of a local hospice. Located in the heart of Derian House Children’s Hospice, the Sensory Garden combines functionality and privacy, alongside places of reflection, fun and memorial. The space, previously only...
Following the success at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024, little interviews goes "live at Chelsea" to catch up with some of the garden designers that Pro Landscaper has been following throughout their Chelsea journey. The Stroke Association’s Garden for Recovery is a peaceful, sensory space to support stroke recovery. Highlighting that the...
Today, the Royal Botanic Gardens (RBG), Kew published its latest report, revealing that over half of the 11,000 trees currently found at the 320-acre Gardens in London, could be at risk. Prompted by the 2022 drought, which resulted in the loss of over 400 trees at Kew Gardens (compared to the average 30 trees lost annually), ‘Planting for the...
For a quarter of a century, the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park has been showcasing northern talent. It arguably launched the careers of the likes of Ula Maria, who won the Young Designer competition at the event in 2017 and this year took home Best in Show from Chelsea. Then there’s 2021’s winner Freddie Strickland whose feature, the RHS Adventure...
Tickets are now available for Pro Landscaper’s upcoming Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Workshops Day, taking place this September. Off the back of its Future of Commercial Landscaping Conference, Pro Landscaper launched this new event after the BNG legislation proved to be a central talking point at the Birmingham-based conference. While the...
Turfcare machinery and equipment supplier, Reesink Turfcare launches its new user-centred website. The supplier says it decided early on in the planning stage that the new website “shouldn’t just be for Reesink’s users but about them”. Gillian Haverson, marketing and communications managers at Reesink Turfcare, affirms why the company's continued...
Building materials supplier, Jewson unveils major rebrand at inaugural ‘Live On Tour’ event at the NEC in Birmingham. Jewson’s first ever ‘Live On Tour’, which was hailed a success, played host to the unveiling of the supplier’s official rebrand launch, among a myriad of other highlights. A refreshed visual identity, complete with redesigned...
As entries continue to roll in for the Pro Landscaper Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards 2024, the first wave of judges are revealed. This year’s panel brings together a diverse group of recognised industry professionals, each offering their renowned expertise to aid in celebrating the industry’s sustainable journey. Launched in 2023, these...
Former Young Designer finalist, Ollie Pike, secures the win for Best Show Garden at this year’s RHS Flower Show Tatton Park. Pike’s design - which also won a Gold Medal - ‘This Garden Isn’t Finished Without You’ sponsored by The Methodist Church and built by Landstruction, encompasses an inclusive, communal space, open to all. With a planting...
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