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Pro Landscaper September 2019
In this issue Sam Hassall looks at the true cost for a landscaper and designer producing an RHS Chelsea show garden and questioning if the recognition given to the contractor is correct. We also take a look at the newly planted garden at Chatsworth within our Future Projects section , and Lee Bestall discusses the issues of planning, and why it’s important to involve all parties early in the process – including suppliers. As Autumn settles upon us, Debs Winrow looks to outdoor styling for the chiller months and we also travel to Belvoir Castle. We also ask the question…
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Pro Landscaper London Supplement 2019
This supplement comes at a particularly groundbreaking time as London received its National Park City status on 22 July. We catch up with Daniel Raven-Ellison to find out how the National Park City Foundation plan to help take this concept worldwide. Biodiversity net gain is also set to become mandatory, which has the potential to positively impact the landscaping sector in a huge way. Find out on page 6 how some industry experts think it will benefit us and some challenges they foresee emerging. We also delve into some of the ways key players in the industry are shaping the…
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Pro Landscaper August 2019
In this issue we look at San Francisco as our Future Project, speaking to Hassell principal Richard Mullane about its recent design for South San Francisco as part of the resilient by design bay area challenge. We also explore Ground Control and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew collaboration on Kew’s latest attraction, The Children’s Garden. Some of the top colleges in the UK to offer landscape construction courses tell us how they’re addressing the issue of skills shortage and fighting the stigma around landscaping education. We also asked some of the industry’s leading suppliers what measures they’re taking to reduce their…
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Pro Landscaper Equipment Supplement July 2019
This is the first Pro Landscaper Equipment Supplement, the idea behind it is to not only showcase a range of latest products, but also provide a range of views from a variety of professionals on what makes outstanding kit. We interviewed equipment specialist Angus Lindsay, and received expert advice from landscaping, maintenance and arborist professionals. We also look at hiring vs buying and ask leading providers about the future of the equipment sector. For all of this and more click here to view the digital issue.
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Pro Landscaper July 2019
In this month’s issue we caught up with Dave and Diana Twist of Elite Landscapes, a great company that is working on some of the most exclusive projects around London. We also feature talk to the parks manager at our own local council, Arun. With entries open for this year’s 30 Under 30: The Next Generation, we find out what four previous winners are are involved in this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival are doing – check this out on page 62. Luke Mills explains how VR is transforming design proposals into 3D experiences, Holly Youde talks pricing…
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Pro Landscaper’s Guide to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019
The big talking point surrounding this year’s show has been the RHS Back to Nature garden, a collaboration between Davies White and HRH The Duchess of Cambridge. On pages 6-7 you can read our exclusive interview with Davies White about this garden. Two gardens in particular have also been hitting the headlines this year for their sponsors; we talk to Joe Perkins on page 9 about working with Facebook and Jilayne Rickards on page 12 on working with The Campaign For Female Education (CAMFED). Earlier in the year some of you kindly answered our RHS Chelsea Flower Show poll and…
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Pro Landscaper Podium Landscapes
Podium landscapes are a growing part of the industry. The green roof market alone is now worth over £30m and is showing no signs of slowing down. With a wealth of incredible podium landscapes now appearing across the UK, it seems only right there should be an awards ceremony dedicated solely to these awe-inspiring projects. So, we created one! The inaugural Pro Landscaper Podium Awards took place in March at FutureScape Spring, which also made its debut this year. All of the entries were outstanding and varied, from rooftops in the city to a large scheme installed above a superstore.…
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Pro Landscaper April 2019
This month is a bumper issue, Anji Connell explores outdoor offices and garden rooms, Cleve West tells us why he #Loveshorticulture, Jonathan Bourne explains why crushed brick is the right choice for green roofs and so much more! The inaugural FutureScape Spring took place on Tuesday 12 March at Sandown Park Racecourse. It was a jam-packed day and in this months issue we bring you a summary of the day and the fantastic seminars that took place. Also in this issue we have published a Pro Landscaper Connect report on Composite Decking. This 10 page report looks at the history…
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Pro Landscaper March 2019
March has been an exciting and busy moth for Pro Landscaper as awards season is upon us. In this months issue we bring you coverage of the Pro Landscaper Business Awards, SGD Awards and the Podium Awards shortlist. Pro Landscaper also takes a tour of Regent’s Park in London, uncovering its history and learning that even the most high-profile UK sites have not escaped the effects of austerity. Following on from her feature on recruitment last month, this month sees Holly Youde talk about staff training. Whilst Jamie Butterworth reviews how a no-deal Brexit might impact how we buy and…
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Pro Landscaper November issue review
The Pro Landscaper November issue sees an assortment of industry heavy weights, laying out their views on crucial issues that hit both the landscaping industry and UK businesses as a collective. Here we break down a selection of the must-read features in this month’s edition. Agenda: Is ‘flexism’ affecting your business? Managing director of John O’Conner, Matt O’Conner kicks things off by pointing out, “flexible working can benefit both employees and the company.” His company’s staff have the legal right to request flexible hours after 26 weeks continuous service, but he sees this is no bad thing, continuing:…
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Pro Landscaper October issue review
Pro Landscaper’s October issue is jammed with your monthly dose of landscaping news and must-read features. Here we break down the highlights and features we believe will improve your business or spark your curious side. Let’s Hear it From: Steve Etheridge, owner, Esse Landscapes The Sussex-based landscaping businessman takes us through how Esse Landscapes operates as a contractor and the type of projects the company undertakes. Steve also tackles some hot industry topics, such as staffing, training and market saturation in the area his business operates, saying: “There’s enough work out there for everyone.” Crime Wave: Angus Lindsay Crime is…
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Pro Landscaper September issue review
116 pages packed with all you need to know in the landscaping industry – the Pro Landscaper September issue is one you don’t want to miss! The magazine hits the ground running with the burning agenda question: ‘As an industry, what could we be doing to reduce waste, particularly plastics?’ With the heat ramping up on businesses throughout the UK to cut down their plastic use, Pro Landscaper gets some industry heavy-weights to chime in on this topic. John Wyer tells us that abiding by legislation sometimes just isn’t enough, as; “the industry could do so much more”. A vital…
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Pro Landscaper: August Issue
The landscaping community continues its assurgence in the height of summer, providing the August issue with plenty of hot news and amazing projects from across the country. Here are some must-reads in this month’s issue: INFORM Agenda: Improvements at RHS Chelsea? Company Profile: Bowles & Wyer #ChooseLandscape – Adam White Up From The Ashes – Phil Mason INSPIRE Majestic Flair – Frogheath Landscapes Active Spaces – The London Borough of Hounslow Outdoor Lighting Trends – John Cullen Lighting Love Horticulture: Wayne Grills NURTURE Designer Plants: Alexandra Noble Natural Beauty – Ian Drummond From Russia With Love – Jamie Butterworth Nursery…
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Pro Landscaper London Supplement
It’s all kicking off in the capital, as we take a look at some of the stunning projects blooming into life in the heart of London and interview a selection of the city’s top landscapers. Features Willerby Landscapes Commercial Aftercare – Jeff Stephenson Plant Health – Bartlett Tree Experts Portfolios Circle of Life – Kingston Landscape Group On the Terrace – Bowles & Wyer Top Flight – The Garden Builders Profiles Bourne Amenity Pro Landscaper Business Awards Green-tech You can view a complete copy of the London supplement by clicking here. Pro Landscaper release multiple supplements a…
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Pro Landscaper: July Issue
July has been an exciting and busy month for Pro Landscaper as we reveal coverage of our Pro Landscaper Live events in Manchester and Leeds, and look ahead to the RHS Hampton Court show. A list of highlights of this month’s issue can be found below: Inform Agenda: How can small companies take the next step? News Extra: Pro Landscaper LIVE Manchester and Leeds RHS Chatsworth 2018 Coverage Let’s Hear It From: Simon Kitchin, Randle Siddeley Company Profile: Kebur Landscaping Landscape Architect’s Journal: Strata Design Ltd Living History: We take a look at Bournemouth’s parks Inspire Simple Pleasures:…
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Pro Landscaper: June issue
June has been a packed issue for Pro Landscaper as we revel in the numerous upcoming shows within the industry. A rundown of the must-see features can be found below: INFORM Agenda: How would you best handle conflict resolution? Let’s Hear it From: Paul Hervey-Brookes Different Strokes – Andrew Wilson Setting Forth – Adam White Healing Touch – Pro Landscaper visits Helmsley Walled Garden in York INSPIRE Green City – Dickens Yard development’s greenery Ebb and Flow – Looking at the calming effects of cool greys and flowing water Clean Green and Sustainable – Anji Connell looks at…
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May issue – Pro Landscaper
It’s been a fantastic issue for Pro Landscaper, meeting numerous big names in the industry. Below we’ve listed a round up of the features, people and projects that are truly unmissable; INFORM Agenda: Are mergers and acquisitions good for the industry? Pro Landscaper LIVE – A report on the great successes in Bristol and Guildford Chelsea Diaries – Ed Burnham and Robert Baker share their Chelsea debut plans 30 Under 30: The Launch – Applications open for 2018 What Next? – Andrew Wilson considers the importance of maintenance INSPIRE Grey Matter – Cube 1994 uses cool tones to…
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