Good and returning customers 
Although some clients may cause you problems, what about those who don't and go on to work with you over a number of years to improve their garden?

Benefits of a website and van signage? 
One business owner has been able to secure new customers without a website and van signage. Should he change what's already working?

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Gardener with plant knowledge: Farnham

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Van storage 
Members pass on their tips, and photographs, of how they have stored equipment in the back of their vans.

Get creative - not your average deck 
Bringing a creative touch to a decking project, does it inspire you do try something similar?

Metric or imperial...what's your preference? 
Prime minister David Cameron thinks schools should teach mainly in imperial measurements, not many of the network agree.

What time of year do you stop trimming hedges? 
What is your own rule of thumb for stopping trimming of deciduous, evergreens and especially conifers like Leylandii?

Battery tools 
As more and more people look to use battery powered tools, what is the experience of others in claiming for recharging costs?

How long does a quality trimmer/brush cutter last? 
Which manufacturer would you recommend for brush cutters? And how much work have you asked of your piece of kit?

Spraying job price 
With a large spraying job to quote for one member draws on the experience of others in use of materials and how to price up their time and knowledge.

Do I need to inform EA 
When customers take weed control into their own hands, what precautions should be taken to ensure your own business reputation is not damaged?

New employment rights set to come in enabling accompanied ante-natal appointments 
New employment rights are set to come into force from October 1, 2014, that allow staff the chance to take time off work to accompany a pregnant woman to an ante-natal appointment.

Oak processionary moth population exploding in London 
Populations of toxic oak processionary moth (OPM) ‘exploded’ this summer despite control efforts, spreading from west London to as far as Stratford’s Olympic Park.

Seppi Starsoil star attraction at APF 2014 
Seppi, Italian specialists in manufacturing top, quality forestry mulchers and mowers, unveiled its newest product at the recent APF 2014.

Sherriff Amenity to offer Fortetub in UK 
Sherriff Amenity has announced that it is now offering the Fortetub range of twin walled tree shelters exclusively to the UK market.

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