Media
Monty Don’s Spanish Gardens
Gardening expert and broadcaster Monty Don OBE has confirmed that his new BBC series ‘Monty Don’s Spanish Gardens’ will start to air on the 23rd of Feb.
Gardens
Lawns unfairly targeted in environmental debates, says David Hedges-Gower
Despite the UK’s 20 million lawns, they are sidelined at garden shows and retail events on account of the lack of support for sustainable lawn care, says Lawn Association Chairman, David Hedges-Gower.
Job
Fernando Martos: Landscape Architect
The Madrid based, studio of Fernando Martos is looking to recruit an experienced Landscape Architect to join the team.
People
Matthew Pottage: New Head of Horticulture and Landscape Strategy for The Royal Parks
After an impressive 20 years at the RHS, Matthew Pottage the current RHS Wisley Curator will be taking on his new role at the Royal Parks.
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Local Heroes
Charles Dedman on 630 mile trek for Woodland Heritage
Head of design at Gaze Burvill, Charles Dedman is tackling one of UK’s hardest trekking routes – the Salt Path in aid of Woodland Heritage.
Products
Wool innovations for the horticulture industry
As the market for wool continues to decline, the horticulture industry may provide an alternative market to make use of sheep fleeces, daggings or lower quality wool.
Gardens
Fulham Palace Trust’s Bishop Compton collection granted National Plant Collection status
Plant Heritage granted Fulham Palace Trust’s Bishop Compton collection, National Plant Collection status recognising the comprehensive range of plants first cultivated at the Palace during the tenure of Bishop Henry Compton.
Business
The 2024 UK Garden Centre Market
Ongoing operational pressure will lead to further garden centre market consolidation, says Savills.
Health
An apple a day…
If ever there was another reason to plant more apple trees, research now shows just one apple a day will will lower the odds of developing frailty in our 60s.
Local Heroes
Garden centre composting campaign
Team leader at Snowhill garden centre is inspiring change in the industry to encourage increased hot bin composting.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024
Great Pavilion gardens
The ‘All About Plants’ line-up in the Great Pavilion is revealed, featuring new up-and-coming designers.
Job
Nicholsons: Principal Ecological Consultant
The family-run business, Nicholsons are recruiting for a Principal Ecological Consultant to support the ecology team.
People
Nick Bailey appointed Director of University of Leicester Botanic Garden
The University of Leicester has announced that the BBC presenter, designer and plantsman, Nick Bailey has been appointed Director of its Botanic Garden.
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024
Freedom from Torture Garden: A Sanctuary for Survivors
A place of sanctuary, of peace and hope where horticultural therapy calms, heals and restores survivors of torture on their journey to recovery.
Business
Industrial Energy Transformation Fund expanded to include Horticulture
The Industrial Energy Transformation (IETF) Fund is now accessible to horticulture businesses with high energy use to cut their energy bills.
Design
Church Barn Garden Open Day
18th century Church Barn garden in Essex, designed by Stefano Marinaz open in aid of Havens Hospices.
Awards
BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair Award Winners
Project Manager and garden design student, Amy Drewitt, won the Best Beautiful Border and a Platinum award at last week’s BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair.
Natural Capital
How trees channel more carbon into their roots
Intriguing research about how herbivore browsing pressure affects trees’ long term carbon storage potential.
Charity
Furzey gardening team seek support for RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival show garden
A talented group of gardeners want to show that people with learning disabilities are creative, committed and challenge the prejudices they face every day.
Regulation
Landmark EU law will see 20% of land and sea restored by 2030
Despite months of deadlock and fierce protests, the European Union passed the landmark nature restoration law on the 17th of June, aiming to restore 20% of EU land and sea by 2030.