"We are spraying and it does seem to be keeping it reasonably at bay. Still get damage - but also regrowth. I can send you a copy of our spraying regime if you like - you would need to email me.
XXXXX Anne"
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weedkilling with propane
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anne Wareham Jun 7, 2012. 27 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone discovered an effective flame weed killing kit for large areas/paths? Weed wand things too tiny to be worth bothering with.Or other non chemical path weed control?Continue
Log splitters - me picking your brains & experience again...
Started this discussion. Last reply by colin Dec 24, 2010. 33 Replies 0 Likes
We need a really heavy duty log splitter - has anyone any advice about the right kind to get? They're expensive so don't want to make a mistake! We've got logs about two feet diameter.And happy…Continue
Box blight - purchase of fungicide
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anne Wareham Nov 1, 2012. 7 Replies 0 Likes
I know I've asked about box blight before with no response but maybe someone can tell me where i might be able to buy the fungicide 'Opponent' ? Am desperate.
Present for newish gardener
Started this discussion. Last reply by Anne Wareham Aug 18, 2010. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Any ideas what someone not long started out as a professional gardener might like for a present for about £100? Has v few tools. What might really help?
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Invicta replied to Anne Wareham's discussion Box blight - purchase of fungicide"One of ,y clients has a large number of Box in a formal garden. Due to the damp conditions this year blight has taken hold. my only solution is to replace with something like Lonicera nitidea but before we do that I would like to try a chemical…"
Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?"Wonder what it was sprayed with and how often - it's not a one off job. XXXXX
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Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?"It doesn't have the merits of box. Too woolly.
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Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?"You can contact me and I will be able to help.
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Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?"I don't think that makes Readyhedge unusual - many nurseries would regard it as precautionary. But it has to help spread it I imagine.
I don't think there is a really good substitute really - but there was some small leaved shrub I saw…"
Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?" Dave and others
I have researched box blight as thoroughly as I can and attended the RHS conference last autumn. One thing is clear - no-one actually knows how it is spread.
I would also suggest people don't feed affected…"
Anne Wareham replied to Dave Sewell's discussion Box blight - anybody with any experience?"I may be able to help - you will need to email me: anne@veddw.co.uk
Real help is probably illegal...."
Anne Wareham replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane"Thanks everyone - illuminating and finally I have to agree - " If you cant mulch, blanket or spray, then the alternatives require a lot of effort." And it's a dangerous business!
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PRO MemberGary RK replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane
"I'll make my point again, typical landscape/gardener public liability insurance does NOT cover you to use 'flame' devices or naked flames if you subsequently cause damage or destroy something as a result of use I hope you have deep,…"
PRO MemberPaul McNulty replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane
"That's exactly what I have. Completely useless in my opinion, but if anyone wants it I'll do a great deal!
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David Channon replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane"I've tried a propane Weed Wand.
I can't say that it is particularly useful or effective.
If you cant mulch, blanket or spray, then the alternatives require a lot of effort."
PRO MemberBrian www.mibservices.co.uk replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane
"They should ban these first, accident waiting to happen them things, not to mention mega bucks extra insurance cover needed for hot works. Cant believe they are sold openly to anybody that wants one."
Geoffrey King North Yorkshire replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane"As an alternative check out this
https://www.parasene.com/vshop/details.asp?prodID=191"
Anne Wareham replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane"I bet! Sounds terrifying!
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Richard Thornton replied to Anne Wareham's discussion weedkilling with propane"I had a Sheen flame gun. Took 1/2 to get warmed up, and 1/2 to cool down after use! Now I just spray......"
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- At 17:21 on March 16, 2010,
PRO MemberPhil Voice said… - Glad you made it at last Anne :)
Now you can start a forum topic on what weedkillers are available and used by gardeners.
All best
Phil
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