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Welcome to our blog!  Our intention is to add new topical articles of interest to our customers regularly. Enjoy!

Topsoil: What’s The Fuss All About?

April 08, 2025      Topsoil

Although we’d love to have flawless soil that produces the healthiest turf, brightest plants, and most flavoursome vegetables, we all know that’s not always the case! The quality of your soil ultimately impacts the success of whatever you’re growing. One way to guarantee excellent results is by including a highly nutritious topsoil.


5 Signs Your Turf Needs Replacing This Spring

April 07, 2025      Spring Tips, Turf, Turf Tips

With the sun making more of an appearance, you’ve probably started to notice turf waking up! Its green colour is becoming vibrant, grass blades are becoming fuller and your lawn is beginning to grow. If your turf doesn’t seem to be recovering from its winter hibernation, and looks a bit worse for wear, it might require more than some TLC.


What Is Millboard Composite Decking?

April 07, 2025      Composite Decking, Decking, Landscaping, Millboard

Most people looking for their dream decking want a combination of strength, durability, low maintenance, and a stunning finish. They want it to transform their outdoor space! Millboard composite decking is one option that ticks all those boxes, and it can be installed into almost any landscaping design, no matter the size, shape, or height.


Turf Tips for April

April 07, 2025      April, Turf, Turf Tips

April is an ideal month for repairing any damage to your lawn. If you’ve spotted a few bare patches or odd spots that desperately need some TLC, it’s time to bring your “A” game with a medley of tasks, such as feeding, mowing, seeding and aerating.


How To Sustainably Recycle Your Garden Waste

March 18, 2025      garden recycling, garden waste

On the 18th March, the world acknowledges an important day…Global Recycling Day! A day dedicated to supporting our planet by recycling and reusing materials to help protect and preserve our environments.


Introducing Millboard’s Newest Range: Modello

March 04, 2025     

We’re excited to share the latest decking range from the experts at Millboard – Modello! Launching two new styles for 2025, Linear and Contour, Modello is transforming traditional decking with a mix of sleek and geometric designs, patterns, textures and colours.


We’re Using What3Words for Precise Turf & Stone Deliveries

February 21, 2025     

We know how precious time is – in business, in life and when project managing a landscaping masterpiece! Chasing time-sensitive deliveries or navigating lost drivers to your location is an unnecessary stress. Not to mention a waste of everyone’s time! 


The Importance of Checking Your Composite Decking After Winter

February 21, 2025     

One of the great benefits of composite decking is that, although it looks exactly like real timber, it doesn’t bring the challenges of natural oak, such as rotting, warping or slippery surfaces! But, to get the most from your decking, regular care and maintenance, especially after wintery weather, will keep it looking smart and ready to use when the sun finally arrives.


Can I Buy Stone and Paving Slabs from George Davies?

February 18, 2025     

Yes, you can! In April 2024, we announced the exciting procurement of St Albans Stone at Albert Bygrave Retail Park. This new adventure means we could extend our product range of landscaping materials and enter the world of natural stone, aggregate and porcelain paving.


Preparing for Spring Garden Renovations

February 10, 2025     

Spring always brings a sense of anticipation and excitement – the start of something new and fresh possibilities! When it comes to your garden or landscaping project, now is the best time to begin planning and prepping for those big, bright and standout ideas.