Two in five parents admit their children are unable to play outdoors independently due to safety concerns and a lack of accessible outdoor spaces. In British housebuilder Redrow's latest annual community play report, ‘Breaking the Grass Ceiling’, it was revealed that...
The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) advocates for urban green spaces, following the deputy prime minister and housing secretary, Angela Rayner’s announcement to overhaul the planning system. Rayner’s announcement comes in-line with Labour’s plan to build 1.5m...
Asda has announced that it is entering the housing market as it backs plans for a major mixed-use development in north west London. The retailer is partnering with property developer Barratt London to redevelop the 10-acre site of its existing Park Royal superstore in what is one of the largest land deals of the last couple of years. Ian...
Rolawn, today, announces its new partnership with Wildflower Turf Ltd, a move the company calls the “logical” next step to continue helping customers comply with environmental legislative change. Sales and marketing director at Rolawn, Jonathan Hill, explains why the company has partnered with Wildflower Turf Ltd, “Our customer base has high...
Landscaping supplier Marshalls has announced the final results of this year’s Marshalls Register Awards, including Contractor of the Year. Over 400 landscaping projects were entered into the award and earlier this year, Marshalls announced its regional winners of the competition across its series of 11 roadshows. The national champions for each...
The Landscape Institute (LI) is hosting a one-day conference dedicated to ‘utilising digital practice’ and ‘technological innovation’ in the landscape industry. The conference is aimed at professionals, researchers and students from across the built and natural environment sectors, offering insights into how technology is shaping the future of...
Inturf and Inscapes are proud to highlight their longstanding partnership in the turf and landscaping industry. This is a relationship that has flourished over the years built on a foundation of mutual trust and a shared passion for high quality service and delivery of excellence. The bond in partnership has led to numerous successful projects,...
New entry guide launches for the Pro Landscaper Project Awards to help interested parties with their submissions. With entries well underway for the awards, this latest all-inclusive guide by Pro Landscaper offers step-by-step entry support, in-depth insights into the award categories and criteria, as well as a list of top tips for entering. The...
Supplier of landscaping materials, Green-tech is supporting a local primary school with the donation of a range of materials. Earlier this month, Green-tech delivered and installed a variety of materials to the Great Ouseburn Community Primary School in North Yorkshire, in an effort to revitalise several key areas within the school grounds. The...
The following statement is on behalf of Willerby Landscapes. It is with great regret that we announce that our Managing Director, Rick Davies, passed away on the evening of Thurs 25th April, after a short illness. Our thoughts and prayers are first and foremost with his family. With them, we will decide how best to pay our respects to him over...
Price hikes are expected as a significant change to how plants are imported comes into effect today. All plants being brought into the UK will now need to do so via a Border Control Post (BCP), the latest stage of the government’s Border Target Operating Model. The BCPs will be replacing the Place of Destination (PoD) system which has been in...
Introducing the first wave of speakers for Pro Landscaper’s The Future of Commercial Landscaping conference, taking place 6 June. The one day event, which is taking place in Birmingham, looks to identify the common areas that hold potential benefit to elevating the value of the industry. With the first wave of speakers already confirmed, they are...
Manufacturer of heavy-duty power tools, accessories and hand tools, Milwaukee Tool, has expanded its battery powered outdoor power equipment (OPE) range in an effort to be a ‘one-stop shop’ for professionals. First launched in 2017, Milwaukee Tool’s OPE range, already at over 60 strong, will continue to grow with the company’s latest releases,...
Marshalls has launched a new lower-carbon alternative to granite paving, offering increased durability and design flexibility. Building on the company’s popular Modal collection, which launched in 2020, Modal X™ features eight colourways, five depths and 15 plan sizes. In addition to smooth and textured finish options, and three complementary set...
Provender Nurseries is strengthening its connection with landscape architects and town planners with the introduction of a commercial sales branch. Grant Beerling has joined the Provender team as commercial sales and will be managing the account for the aforementioned roles. Part of Beerling’s remit will be to engage with landscape architects and...
Composite decking brand, Trex, has launched its new Signature collection, available through UK distribution partner Arbor Forest Products. The new collection offers the ease of maintenance and high performance of WPC with proprietary shell formulation that delivers a realistic representation of wood, says Trex. Using a different process than any...
A 9ft Hollywood inspired landmark sign marks the start of construction on Leicestershire’s first garden village. Broadnook Garden Village, situated on the cusp of the National Forest of Charnwood, aims to encapsulate the best elements from surrounding Charnwood villages into one purpose built community. More than 50% of the village will be...
The City of London Corporation has revealed new images showing how London’s oldest public park will look in the future. The finished scheme at Finsbury Circus Gardens, which is due to complete later this year, will see improvements made to the Grade II listed site’s seating and pathways. New planting areas will be established around the central...
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to reinstate the forgotten history of Ellen Willmott, who spearheaded the charity’s acquisition of its flagship garden. Willmott was a significant figure in horticulture at the turn of the 20th century, having co-sponsored many plant-collecting expeditions that introduced new species to cultivation,...
Long standing supplier and landscaper for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Crocus, has today announced to Gardens Illustrated that it will be stepping back after this year’s upcoming show. Since its founding in 2000 by Mark Fane and Peter Clay, Crocus has been a staple at Chelsea, supplying plants and building gardens for the last 22 shows. Fane...
Landscape supplier, Green-tech and landscape contractor, Palmer Landscapes have collaborated in an effort to bring the University of York’s outdoor space to life. The £130m ‘Campus for the Future’ masterplan has transformed the Heslington East Campus, strengthening the link between the west and east campuses, whilst maximising views of the lake...
Concerns are growing for UK horticulture as it prepares to take yet another hit from the rise in import costs. The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has today in a statement expressed its concern for the sector following the announcement of the common user charge (CUC). As part of the import controls under the Border Target Operating Model...
Beechwood Trees and Landscapes strengthens its presence in the East Midlands following its latest contract acquisition. The landscape and arboriculture service provider has been awarded two new contracts with Nottingham City Council and Nottingham County Council. Coupled with the company’s existing partnership with Eyrewash Council, it is now...
Blakedown Landscapes has partnered with Auditel as part of its pledge to achieve carbon neutrality. The landscaping and civil engineering company already has a long standing commitment to sustainability, with a portfolio that includes landscape construction, environmental improvements, playground construction and grounds maintenance. Managing...
Rural community green spaces across the country are set to be revitalised through the latest round of government funding worth millions of pounds, in an effort to improve access to nature. The new Community Green Spaces Fund will provide up to £7m in funding to create, restore and enhance green spaces across the country. Grants of up to £75,000...
Launched at FutureScape 2023, the Pro Landscaper Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards highlight the future of landscaping. These awards are on a mission to showcase the most important innovation and initiatives across the UK landscaping sector, from design, to construction, to product supply and manufacturing. We look for great stories of...
Mark Pardey has stepped into the role of head gardener at Witley Court and Gardens in Worcestershire after joining the charity at the start of this year. With prior experience as a head gardener at Folly Farm in Berkshire as well as at Burgess Park in London and a private estate in West Sussex. It was Pardey’s personal connection to the space,...
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