Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 54 - 2022 i Landscape & Urban Design

GARDEN DESIGN 2022’S HOTTEST OUTDOOR LIVING TRENDS Outdoor Kitchen Expert, has revealed the hottest outdoor living trends for 2022. According to the company, which designs bespoke outdoor living areas, 2022 will see homeowners going to ever greater lengths to blend indoors with outdoors and to make outside hosting easier by merging entertaining spaces with eating and drinking areas. Wellbeing will also be an important consideration, woven into everything from the pleasing tactility of natural furnishings to the calming scents that wash across our outdoor spaces. Smart Master of Meteorology 2022 will be about making outdoor living spaces smarter in every sense. Smart outdoor kitchens are a natural progression from smart indoor kitchens. Families embracing outdoor tech can use smartphone apps to do everything from changing mood lighting settings to controlling…

GARDEN DESIGN OUTSIDE SPACES EXPAND YOUR HOME AND LIFESTYLE WITH A DAVAL GARDEN ROOM Daval Furniture, award-winning British designer and manufacturer of quality fitted furniture look ahead to SS22 with this bespoke garden room project complete with outdoor kitchen living space in partnership with local oak building specialists, Paragon Oak. Both award-winning companies are based in West Yorkshire, a mere 11 miles apart, so it was easy for the lead designers to collaborate to create a Daval kitchen living space within a Paragon Oak oak-framed building for a manor house in West Yorkshire. This instantly added an extra dimension to the living and entertaining spaces available for family members and guests in the client’s rural property. The Mayfair kitchen in Talpa, a contemporary matt finish in taupe, is the ideal choice…

GARDEN DESIGN WHAT IS AN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY WORTH? How much is your environmental policy worth? In monetary terms, probably very little; in terms of attracting business and doing the right thing, an environmental policy is priceless. Of course, costs are incurred and some are irretrievable but, as a business, can you afford not to have an environmental policy in place? What does an environmental policy mean to you, existing clients and potential clients? Is it worth the cost to implement and adhere to? At Provender Nurseries we have found that talking to our clients and team members about our green credentials has really proved its worth in many aspects, both monetarily and in terms of giving our teams on site a framework that is of value to them and our…

GARDEN DESIGN ‘OUT OF THE SHADOWS’ KATE GOULD’S RHS CHELSEA SANCTUARY GARDEN A LESSON IN POST-PANDEMIC GARDEN DESIGN Our post-pandemic gardens are being asked to work harder for us than ever. They are being tasked to not only grow plants, but also to provide an outdoor extension to our homes where we can relax, exercise, entertain and eat. Kate Gould’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show Sanctuary Garden, ‘Out of the Shadows’ is a lesson in how the pandemic has changed the concept of the garden, with even the smallest now being tasked to serve multiple functions and incorporate modern lifestyle needs. ‘Out of the Shadows’ is one of the RHS’ ‘Sanctuary Gardens’ and is a small, contemporary garden which packs a huge punch in terms of the lifestyle it delivers, in a…

STREET FURNITURE REVITALISING THE COMMUNITY The Elephant & Castle area of London south of the River Thames is referenced as far back as 1765, and is famed for its fascinating history and culture. Southwark Council and Lendlease are currently delivering a £2.3 billion regeneration programme spanning 28 acres of this area. With the project aiming to revitalise the community, create spaces to support local arts and the reflect influences from the broad range of cultures represented locally, as well as increasing visitors through enhancing shopping and social venues, every aspect of the scheme demands a modern approach. Woodscape were proud to be chosen to work with the architects at Gillespies and BBUK on developing custom seating and podium solutions that represent the very best of hardwood street furniture. The bespoke…

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE NATURE BASED SOLUTIONS TO REDUCE ENERGY COSTS For more than 40 years Platipus® has been helping to improve tree canopy coverage in urban areas using its unique tree anchoring and irrigation systems. Apart from giving a beautifully natural aesthetic and having minimal interference with the rootball, these systems ensure that the trees are safe and secure. The benefits of a strong urban tree canopy are well documented, some of the most important include, having significant stormwater retention capacity, helping to reduce pollution through carbon sequestration and various economic benefits. Did you know that where an entire street is lined with trees, the houses can have their value increased by up to 25%? With energy prices surging, we need to look at how we can lower our…

CONCRETE & STONEWORK PREMIUM JOINTING SOLUTIONS FOR ALL DESIGNS AND TASTES Staying ahead of paving trends and industry demands has always been something UltraScape have excelled at. Providing landscapers, architects and contractors with paving installation materials clients and customers want and need is UltraScape’s area of expertise and their latest product offerings are certainly no different. UltraScape’s range of premium jointing solutions now include flowpoint fine flowable grout and prem-flex grout, flexible paving grout. UltraScape have been manufacturing the much-loved flowpoint flowable paving grout for over 25 years. Now in its fourth generation, UltraScape flowpoint fine provides you with all the premium qualities you would expect of a BS 7533 compliant grout but with one added benefit – a joint so smooth it resembles tile grout. Suitable for joint widths…

LANDSCAPING SERVICES INCORPORATING TREES INTO URBAN DESIGNS From filtering urban pollutants that aid the offset of carbon emissions, to improving individuals’ mental and physical wellbeing, the installation of living trees as part of urban environments continues to be extremely popular. Here Chris George, Business Development Manager at Howe Green, explores the key considerations that landscaping professionals should address at the initial design stages to ensure the highest standards of safety, functionality and aesthetics. When planting trees or saplings into urban environments, ensuring adequate root management, achieving regular access to water and maintaining the soil condition must be considered at the very beginning of a project. One of the most cost effective and efficient methods of incorporating living trees into landscaped areas is the installation of external tree pits and tree…

TOOLS, PLANT & EQUIPMENT REDEXIM MULTI-SEEDER DELIVERS SEED AND SIGNIFICANT TIME-SAVINGS FOR EYEMOUTH GC Head Greenkeeper at Eyemouth Golf Club Keith Burgon has praised the Redexim Multi-Seeder for transforming overseeding operations at the Scottish club. Where previously, overseeding the 18 greens would have taken the team of three more than a day to complete, with the Multi-Seeder the task takes just a matter of hours – not just resulting in major labour savings but improvements in germination too! Eyemouth GC is a clifftop/links course perched on the top of Gunsgreen Hill in the Scottish Borders. Their exposed coastal location means that when it comes to seed, it’s salt-tolerant Fescues required for the greens - however without a seeder at their disposal, overseeding was limited by resources to an annual operation.…

GARDEN DESIGN HOW TO CREATE THE IDEAL INDOOR/OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE COME RAIN OR SHINE Many of us view our home and garden as two separate entities, with a firm boundary in between. However, linking these two spaces to create the perfect indoor/outdoor living zone can make both areas look and feel bigger – regardless of the size of your property. With the unpredictable British weather, it’s important to consider practical solutions that will provide adequate shade and shelter throughout the seasons, from heatwaves in the summer to torrential rain, wind and snow in the winter. Add a canopy or awning Thought to be more versatile than gazebos and parasols, the addition of a canopy or awning is one of the quickest, easiest and most affordable ways to transform any outdoor space.…

GARDEN DESIGN TOP 5 HEDGES FOR SCREENING & PRIVACY Our Practical Instant Hedge™ is grown at our hedge nursery in Iver, Buckinghamshire. The production method we use ensures this mature hedge is easy to handle, as it is pre-grown in 1m troughs which means it can be planted all year round with no worry about “transplant” shock. Our Top 5 Evergreen Instant Hedges Common Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus ‘Rotundifolia’) Common Laurel (or Cherry Laurel) makes a bright, dense evergreen hedge. It’s shiny lime green leaves are thick and leathery, making it a good choice for noise reduction, for example, from a busy road. Common Laurel Instant Hedge will thrive in most soils, including clay, but it dislikes (shallow) chalk. Yew (Taxus baccata) Practical Yew Instant Hedge is a very popular choice,…

GARDEN DESIGN ADVISING ON DECKING MAINTENANCE If you’re in the landscaping trade, one of the frequent concerns that project owners have about installing decking is that it requires regular maintenance. It is always good practice to manage client expectations from the start – nothing is truly maintenance free, but the degree of maintenance depends on what you choose to install. Providing the project owner with the information they need to make informed decisions about what’s best for them can really set you apart from other suppliers. How often does decking need to be ‘maintained’ Whatever decking material is used, it is always a good idea to observe a few rules and preventative measures all the time, rather than just once a year: Use a stiff outdoor broom to remove debris…

GARDEN DESIGN HOW TO PREP FOR SPRING The end to winter is in sight, days will become brighter and lighter for longer and gardening experts are sharing how to prepare gardens for Spring. Green-fingered experts at GardeningExpress.co.uk are giving Brits tips on the garden jobs which need to be done to prepare the outdoor space for Spring. Now is the perfect time to head out into the garden and begin to get it ready for the warmer months. And after the chilly days and nights, our gardens will need a bit of TLC before we begin spending some time in them again. Chris Bonnett, founder of GardeningExpress said: “Most of us won’t have used our gardens over winter and before getting back out into them, there’ll be some tidying up…

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE ASSISTING THE GREEN RECOVERY AND NET ZERO CHALLENGE A nationwide approved, accredited supplier and installer of urban green solutions, providing optional soft landscaping, irrigation, aftercare maintenance, with an online shop to cater for smaller projects or DIY. Ivy Green Screens are supplied in a variety of species and heights. The Green Screens are pre-planted in a coco pocket and pre-grown on a 5mm galvanised steel frame and come fully established, creating a secure and attractive evergreen or deciduous hedging, with various installation options. An Ivy green screen boundary fence is more sustainable compared to a wood fence. Not only does it last longer than a wooden fence, but Green Screens are also produced in a sustainable way. Ongoing research shows that the Ivy Green Screens, superior…

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE AN INNOVATIVE SUDS SOLUTION FOR FLETTON QUAYS Situated on the edge of the historic Fens, Peterborough has a rich heritage. Settled by man over 3500 years ago, with a cathedral dating back to AD655, there are plenty of reminders of the past, and recognising this, the City has many listed buildings including the old railway sheds and the 19th Century Whitworth Mill on the banks of the River Nene. The clay sub-soil in the Fletton area proved perfect for brick making, and this became a major industry in the city - the beginning of the Fletton brick, now widely used across the country. The arrival of the railway in 1845 meant that transportation of the bricks became simpler and Peterborough East Station was built and a…

CONCRETE & STONEWORK DON’T LET LIMITED ACCESS LIMIT YOUR OPTIONS The current rate of new home construction in the UK cannot keep pace with inner-city population growth; not only are not enough houses being built, but space restrictions in inner cities also prevent new developments. A new home built today would have to last 1000 years at current replacement rates. Without new housing, people in the UK will have to make the most of the existing housing stock. How can homeowners in cramped, urban housing get in on the Outdoor Living trend? A simple solution offered by Azpects Ltd is EASYClickBase, a synthetic sub-base that significantly reduces the traditional ‘dig-out’ part of the installation process for patios, paths, and driveways. Early feedback shows that for a 50m2 patio EASYClickBase requires…

CONCRETE & STONEWORK MODULAR PAVING FOR CHANGE The pandemic has heralded a fundamental rethink about our public realm, showing that a fresh approach is needed to designing the spaces between buildings with multifunctional and long-life but adaptable solutions, ready to meet climate change and other developing requirements – as the trade association Interpave explains. Apart from temporary measures for social distancing, the pandemic accelerated implementation of issues raised in the past but put on the back-burner. They include ‘active travel’ (walking, cycling and the ’15-minute neighbourhood’), ‘low traffic neighbourhoods’ (reflecting previously adopted home zones) and reinvention of the high street (responding to the growth in on-line shopping). However, a range of wider concerns centred on climate change also need to be addressed in an integrated approach, such as flooding, watercourse…

LANDSCAPING SERVICES ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN FOR THE 46TH NATIONAL LANDSCAPE AWARDS The British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) is excited to announce that Accredited members can now enter the National Landscape Awards. With sustainability in mind and after the success of the soft launch of online entries in 2021, the Association is delighted to announce that this year all entries, including submissions packs should now be submitted online through the entry platform. Furthermore, to assist members with the online entry process Chair of the Judging Panel John Melmoe and fellow Judge Robin Templar Williams held a workshop on the 9 March where they provided opportunity for those interested in entering to ask questions about the online entry process, as well as provide insight on how the Judges evaluate and…

GROUNDSKEEPING PROVEN BROWN PATCH TOLERANCE OF DLF’S 4TURF® FORMS BASIS OF BRAND NEW MIXTURE FOR 2022 In response to the increase in reported instances of Brown Patch in the UK football industry, DLF have undertaken a screening programme for the last two years to analyse the tolerance of different varieties. The results of the trial highlighted the strong tolerance of certain DLF diploid varieties together with 4turf®, which now forms the basis of a J Premier 4Turf – a brand-new Johnsons Sports Seed mixture launching in 2022. Brown patch is a turfgrass foliar disease caused by the fungus Rhizoctonia spp. All cool-season turf grasses are susceptible to potential attack by the fungus, however it has been found to be most detrimental to bent grass, ryegrasses, annual meadow grass and some…

GROUNDSKEEPING CAMPEY MAKES FIVE LANDSCAPING TASKS CO2 EMISSIONS FREE WITH THE ALLTREC TOOL CARRIER Campey Turf Care Systems is one of the world’s largest independent sports turf ground care machinery suppliers, distributing innovative sports turf maintenance equipment Over the years Campey has have earned a reputation for offering practical advice and superb aftercare service. The company is constantly looking for new and innovative products to deliver excellent performance in all areas of grounds and landscaping maintenance. Mowing, brushing, thermal weed control, leaf blowing and hedge trimming can be done CO2 emissions-free with the AllTrec Tool Carrier is one of the latest additions to the extensive Campey Turf Care Systems range. The 100% electric machine can work all year round on regular maintenance and uses a universal hooking system that enables…

GARDEN DESIGN TOP THREE TRENDS IN DECKING MARKET Caroline Birdsall, Director of Marketing at Millboard, describes the top 3 trends they have seen developing in the decking market over the last 12 months. Perhaps unsurprisingly, we have seen a huge increase in homeowners wanting high end, ‘show-stopping’ areas for dining and entertaining outside over the last 12 months. Decking areas are being designed with lighting, heating and shade factored in so that the space can be used year-round. It is often the finishing touches that take a deck to the next level in the eyes of homeowners. For instance, adding edging to decking allows you to easily incorporate under-lip lighting for a really professional finish to entertaining spaces. Also, built-in seating using the same material can create a pared back,…

GARDEN DESIGN 2022 GARDEN TRENDS 1. What type of trends are we likely to see in gardens this year? Gardens have become even more central to the way we live and relax. 2022 is set to see our passion for outdoor living continuing to develop. This year’s key trends are driven by our desire to spend more time socialising and unwinding in our outdoor spaces; creating opportunities to make these places our own. The nation’s renewed passion for growing and sustainable living is seen on one of the most important trends - Rustic Resilience. Reconnecting with the natural world, reducing our impact on the world and waste are key themes, seen in vibrant gardens packed with raised beds, vertical planters and pots of seedlings. Recycling and reusing natural materials is…

GARDEN DESIGN A WATER LANDSCAPING RANGE THAT WORKS IN COMPLETE HARMONY AND GIVES YOU PEACE OF MIND OASE are passionate about water, from private gardens to large public installations. And now they bring their expertise and technology together with their water landscaping range. Whether you have a large space to fill with an impressive fountain display or can only fit in a smaller feature, OASE has the answer. Their modular system offers truly unique levels of water creation. It also benefits from decades of innovation and research into creative designs using water. Copper Bowls OASE’s stunning Copper Bowls are an attractive feature that work in any outside space. There are five different shapes and sizes of bowl that can be used by themselves or in combination with each other to create…

STREET FURNITURE STREET DESIGN PLANTERS AND SEATING FOR ROOF GARDEN – WANDSWORTH Street Design were specified to manufacture and supply the products for the creation of a roof garden in Wandsworth, as part of a new residential development. The landscape scheme was drawn up to create a communal, multiuse area that included, private residential terraces, planting areas, a lawn, seating, and a play area for young children. The outdoor space offered residents in the apartments the opportunity to spend time outside, relaxing, playing, and meeting up with other residents, creating a living community Our Grenadier versatile planter was selected as it offered the best flexibility and value for money. The products consisted of perimeter raised planters, raised timber edging, bench seating and a large, central, slatted timber island bench unit.…

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE GREEN-TECH PROVIDES PROTECTION FOR OVER 6,000 TREES AND SHRUBS AT NEW URBAN VILLAGE Linmere Park is an exciting new ‘urban village’ situated on Green Belt land to the North of Houghton Regis near Luton, close to the new J11A of the M1. The ethos of this new centre for South Befordshire is all about wellbeing, and healthy outdoor living. Over the next fifteen years more than 5,000 homes are planned, along with four new schools: three primary and one secondary. What sets this development apart is the refreshing amount of green space. The role of ‘design lead’ was awarded to Barton Willmore, one the UK’s leading architectural practices. They worked with Land Improvement Holdings and their partners to deliver a vision to fulfil a need for…

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE STORMFORM MULTIFUNCTIONAL SUDS TREE SURROUND GreenBlue Urban’s compact SuDS tree pit surround, StormFormTM – part of the ArborFlow family – has been developed as an effective means of managing surface water run-off through tree pits. Ideal for use in urban areas where space is at a premium, StormFormTM handles extreme rainfall events in urban areas with ease. With super-fast flow through rates and large storage capacity, StormFormTM is perfect for attenuating peak flows during the most extreme storm events and directing the water right into the tree pit where pollution and further capacity storage is available. StormFormTM is an ingenious multi-functional system combining stormwater capture and storage, silt/debris capture, root control, primary irrigation and tree grille all in one easy to assemble, robust unit. Features Manufactured…

CONCRETE & STONEWORK POINTING / GROUTING / JOINTING EXTERNAL PORCELAIN TILE PAVING The key to the successful jointing of external porcelain paving is to use an equally high-performance jointing material, and one which is easy to apply and to remove and clean residual jointing material from the porcelain surfaces. Traditionally, cement-based tile grouts are used for porcelain tiles on internal walls and floors which is fine, but for external porcelain paving, these cement and so-called ‘hybrid’ (means cement with a bit of polymer added), tile grouts are sufficiently durable for long term external exposure to weathering - Great inside, but not outside. There is also the issue when outside exposed to direct sun, that dense, impermeable products such as porcelain, have limited adhesion to cement mortars, and so shrinkage cracking…

LANDSCAPING SERVICES A SAFE FUTURE As we begin the new year it is certainly not new news that the UK faces a continued and significant threat from international terrorism. There have of course been well published attacks against protected sights across the globe however crowded places remain an easy target. Accessible and readily available crowded street scenes remain an attractive prospect for serious disruption to society and loss of life. Last year the government set out a proposal, a new Protect Duty, that it is to be a legal requirement for public places to ensure preparedness for future terrorist attacks. The commitment is to improve the safety and security of public spaces and venues. These proposals have been ignited by victims’ groups such as the Martyn’s law campaign established by…

LANDSCAPING SERVICES RIGHT UP YOUR STREET The Euroflor Urban Flower seed mixes have been delivering beautiful flower displays from Cornwall in the south to Moray in the North and all points east and west. Increasing number of metropolitan and parish councils, country estates, golf courses, holiday parks, all benefit from these vibrant displays that enrich our sensory environment and also serve as an invaluable habitat for pollinators. Euroflor urban flower seeds such as Ground Cover, Honey and Poppies, draw, their inspiration from enhancing the environment combined with maintenance cost savings for roadside verge management. Another low growing mix Euroflor’s Boulevard, combines native and naturalised, predominantly perennial species with minimal maintenance, in that it can reduce mowing to just one cut per year. On the verge Although highways, roadside grass verges…

GROUNDSKEEPING CHESHAM TOWN COUNCIL BLOWN AWAY BY SXG PERFORMANCE ISEKI UK & Ireland, distributors of ISEKI compact tractors and mowers alongside their local dealer Turney Group based in Oxfordshire, recently sold a SXG326+ to Chesham Town Council. With six members of staff, Paul Isom manages the Parks and Premises Team at Chesham Town Council, looking after all the open spaces, cemeteries plus extra contract work in the area and recently purchased a SXG326+ to keep the areas in top condition. Commenting on the buying process Paul explains; “After having demonstrations from numerous manufacturers, Josh Walker from local ISEKI dealer Turney Group based in Oxfordshire brought along the SXG326+ mower - it easily outperformed the other machines for cutting and collecting in the wet leaving a brilliant finish every time. There…

GROUNDSKEEPING HEADLAND’S EPH TANK-MIX HELPS ESSENDON COUNTRY CLUB EMERGE FROM WINTER DISEASE-FREE A nutritional programme from Headland Amenity has been praised by the Director of Courses at Essendon Country Club, for helping them get through the autumn and winter of 2021 disease-free. After his appointment in June, Marc Winnan had soil samples taken which highlighted extremely high levels of organic matter – the reduction of which was the key to the plan constructed in conjunction with Headland’s Regional Technical Manager Peter Blackaby. Marc oversees all elements of greens maintenance across the Hertfordshire estate, which includes two 18-hole golf courses as well as a driving range, practice facilities and the 9-hole Muntjac Academy Course. “Whenever you start a new role, you’ll instantly spot certain problems but it’s also important to identify…