by Andrew Hampson | Nov 30, 2021 | Hints & Tips, Uncategorized
If you’ve ever looked up at leafy treetops and wondered “how do trees grow?”, the short answer is in three ways: from their branches, roots, and trunk (which all expand to support continued growth) – but the actual tree lifecycle is far more complex: a grand...
by Andrew Hampson | Oct 18, 2021 | Hints & Tips
The importance of trees to the health of our planet and its inhabitants cannot be underestimated, which is why the prevention of tree disease is so important. Why Trees Matter They Protect Our Planet Trees matter: they’re vital to the delicate balance of our planet’s...
by Andrew Hampson | Jun 22, 2021 | Hints & Tips, Uncategorized
Trees are the planet’s biggest plants and the longest-living species – but they’re so much more besides: they’re surprisingly clever (they can use chemicals to signal danger to surrounding trees), they beautify our spaces (increasing local pride and...
by Andrew Hampson | May 17, 2021 | Hints & Tips, Uncategorized
The role of a tree surgeon (or arborist) is to cultivate and manage trees and other woody perennials through pruning, felling and replanting. A tree surgeon might be called upon to perform -quite literally- “surgery” on a tree with damage or disease to it, or to fell...
by Andrew Hampson | Mar 29, 2021 | Hints & Tips
While it is considered quite a niche industry, commercial ground maintenance is vitally important for any business that hopes to impress anyone that visits. While some businesses will choose to employ a grounds-person themselves, the cost of machinery and tools can...
by Andrew Hampson | Feb 23, 2021 | Hints & Tips
Despite the high population density, the UK offers some of the most beautiful sights and landscapes in Europe – when it’s not raining of course. The same is true even in inner city areas, with many palatial estates and private grounds helping to deliver a contrast...
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