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...
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...
The Natural History Museum, today, opens its new large-scale outdoor gardens, in support of urban nature, complete with new bronze diplodocus dinosaur. Wrapping around the west London museum, the five-acre space has been transformed into two new free-to-visit gardens - the Nature Discovery Garden and the Evolution Garden. The space, which aims to...
Both the Landscape Institute (LI) and the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) have released statements, welcoming the King’s Speech at the State Opening of Parliament. Yesterday, in the King’s Speech, the new Labour government’s legislative priorities were set out, with several bills indicating both impact and opportunity for the UK...
Supplier of self-watering planters and street furniture, Amberol, launches a new versatile, low maintenance living wall range. Connecting people with nature, the new Amberwall range offers a ‘vibrant ecosystem’ in areas where space is a premium. Its interlocking reservoir units offer adjustable versatile styling options, available to display in...
Ashleigh Aylett secures the win for Young Designer of the Year at RHS Flower Show Tatton Park with her design that highlights the dramatic loss of trees across England. Aylett, who is also a 2023 Pro Landscaper 30 Under 30 winner, partnered with the Woodland Trust to create The Woodland Trust: 49% Garden for this year's RHS Tatton Park. The...
Accolades at the 2024 RHS Flower Show Tatton Park awarded, as the show kicks off today, running through to 21 July. Winning gardens are as follows: Gold Medals This Garden Isn’t Finished Without You sponsored by The Methodist Church Show Gardens Designed by Ollie Pike | Built by Landstruction The Safe Space Garden Career Changer Designed...
Planning approval for the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme is granted, inclusive of new wildflower meadows and wetland and subject to requirements. The much-anticipated scheme, which is now one step closer to becoming a reality following approval from the Oxfordshire County Council, aims to reduce the risk of flooding incurred from the River...
There is now only two weeks left to enter this year's Pro Landscaper 30 Under 30: The Next Generation, in association with Green-tech, for a chance to be a part of the award's tenth class. Recognising up-and-coming talent within the industry, the awards celebrate the range of achievements and ambitions from young people in horticulture. From...
London developer, Aitch Group secures permission from Bexley Council to transform an old industrial site into a new housing community, inclusive of communal and private green space. Situated in the London borough of Bexley, the New Belvedere scheme, designed by PRP, will deliver 1,250 new homes of mixed occupancy across 20 blocks, ranging from...
A record number of green spaces across the UK are being recognised by the Green Flag Awards 2024, celebrating the benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces. This year, 2,227 parks and green spaces are preparing to raise the Green Flag Award after reaching international quality standards. Mayfield Park, Manchester, is...