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Video exclusive: Interview with Olympic Park project sponsor John Hopkins

John Hopkins, ODA project sponsor for parklands and public realm, talks about the launch of the legacy transformation plans.

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Turf: A tonic after the snow

The winter has taken its toll on sports pitches but at BTME last month there was plenty of advice for...

 

Nursery Stock: Native success story

Two decades and a hundred-million trees on, a Scottish nursery has shown the value of native plants, reports Gavin McEwan.

 

Edibles: Genetic modification -- the debate continues

The public remains concerned about GM, but Jack Shamash detects a shift in opinion elsewhere.

 

Interview: Marcus Agius, chairman, board of trustees, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

This year has been a remarkable milestone for the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, as the horticultural landmark celebrated its 250th...

 

Interview: Jonathan Meares, trees and conservation manager, Hampstead Heath and Highgate Wood

Jonathan Meares, trees and conservation manager, Hampstead Heath and Highgate Wood.

 

Interview: Shireen Chambers, executive director, Institute of Chartered Foresters

Men in tweed suits. This is the image that the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is determined to shed. And...

 

Analysis: 'Good life' for consumers and suppliers?

A Garden Museum exhibition is highlighting the recent grow-your-own boom

 

Crime affecting horticultural businesses

News and resources relating to the rise in thefts from growers, garden centres and other horticultural firms

 
 

IOG SALTEX 2009

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Four Oaks Trade Show 2009

News and background from this year's Four Oaks Trade Show

 
 
 

Plant Focus

Potatoes

No grow-your-own offer is complete without spuds and the range is inspiring, says Miranda Kimberley.

Chimonanthus, Calycanthus and Sinocalycanthus

These exotic shrubs provide seasonal fragrance as well as unusual blooms, says Miranda Kimberley.

Orchids

There are varieties of these eye-catching house plants for all levels of experience, says Jim Handley.

Sedum

An ability to withstand harsh weather has helped sedums to grow in popularity, notes Miranda Kimberley.

Bromeliads

These diverse and exotic houseplants make ideal gifts, says Miranda Kimberley.

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When the big boys' juggernaut rolls in

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