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Passion set in stone
Barrow & Stone occupies a unique position among New Zealand’s landscaping firms, working with a product not widely seen across the...
Mar 1, 20244 min read


Crafting cancellation policies
For most businesses, reschedules and cancellations are an unfortunate (and sometimes frustrating) part of the job. But plans change and...
Mar 1, 20244 min read


The science of low-flammability planting
Wildfires can be a major threat during hotter, drier months, but with smarter planting, you can help reduce the risk to your client’s...
Mar 1, 20243 min read


Landscape Views Issue 24
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...
Mar 1, 20243 min read


Fencing made simple
Check out PlaceMakers Landscaping catalogue and you’ll see we have more to offer than ever! Aluminium, steel, panel and composite fences...
Mar 1, 20244 min read


Are you an oak or pine person?
Maybe you just enjoy working with trees – but, like caring for pets, they need to be selected and treated differently according to their...
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Acting on your feedback
Last issue, I thanked all the Registered Master Landscaper members who completed our survey – and this issue, I have some news to share...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Greener summer grass?
Readylawn’s Roger Morgan explores some heat-resistant grass types that will keep lawns looking great throughout the summer months It...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Sun-loving plants
Putting the right plant in the right site is vitally important for hot and dry areas. In this article, Rebecca Hughes from Blue Mountain...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Discounting: Strategic move or mistake?
What’s the best move to make when work is thin on the ground – should you discount your pricing or hold firm? Daniel Fitzpatrick from The...
Mar 1, 20245 min read


Planting near pools
Recently, while I was at my local outdoor pool, I couldn’t help noticing that the whole 40 or so minutes I was swimming, the attendant...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


Barriers for swimming pools
Strict regulations ensure the safety of children around swimming pools by requiring the installation of suitable barriers and restricting...
Mar 1, 20245 min read
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