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The Analytic Approach To Bent Seed Selection
23/07/2024

The Analytic Approach To Bent Seed Selection

As the push for sustainable and high-performance golf greens intensifies, the use of browntop bentgrass mixtures like Johnsons All Bent and MM9 has proven to be the ideal solution for autumn renovations. Read more

Contractor commends Johnsons J Green for  hardwearing performance at over 40 sites
15/07/2024

Contractor commends Johnsons J Green for hardwearing performance at over 40 sites

For contractors Avon Sportsground Maintenance, when it comes to the overseeding of bowling greens it’s the fine fescue and browntop bent blend of J Green that is sown every time! Delivering hardwearing but slow growing surfaces, the mixture from the Johnsons Sports Seed range is used on all 47 greens in the Bristol and Bath area currently under the remit of Owner Matt Phillips and his team. Read more

Celebrating 25 Years at DLF for Phil Seedhouse
03/07/2024

Celebrating 25 Years at DLF for Phil Seedhouse

Yesterday marked a significant milestone for one of DLF's dedicated employees: 25 years of continuous service at Inkberrow. Phil Seedhouse began his journey with the company, known as Perryfield’s Holdings at the time, on July 1st, 1999. Read more

Retailers can earn their stripes for a sporty summer with Johnsons Lawn Seed
02/07/2024

Retailers can earn their stripes for a sporty summer with Johnsons Lawn Seed

With Euro 2024 and Wimbledon sparking summer excitement, now is the perfect time for retailers to turn customer excitement into sales by creating beautiful, playable lawns. Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK's leading supplier of premium grass seed, offers retailers the ideal partnership to meet this demand, boost sales and create champion-worthy lawns. Read more

Danny Negus Courts Success with  MM50 at Devonshire Park
28/06/2024

Danny Negus Courts Success with MM50 at Devonshire Park

Danny Negus has been spearheading the grounds maintenance efforts at Devonshire Park in Eastbourne since 2016. Read more

Pro Flora helping to boost biodiversity at Woolley Park Golf Club
28/06/2024

Pro Flora helping to boost biodiversity at Woolley Park Golf Club

After witnessing good results with the Johnsons J All Bent mixture, Woolley Park Golf Club are now enjoying similar success with new eco-friendly areas created with DLF’s Pro Flora range. Read more

How to solve common lawn headaches with Johnsons Lawn Seed
25/06/2024

How to solve common lawn headaches with Johnsons Lawn Seed

There's no denying it - our British weather has gone a bit haywire! Unusually dry spells followed by long periods of rain can wreak havoc on our lawns. This year's wet weather, for instance, has created ideal conditions for moss and leatherjackets to invade. But fear not, fellow lawn lovers! Johnsons Lawn Seed, the UK's most trusted brand is here to help. We'll explore common lawn problems plaguing UK gardens and provide practical solutions to get your grass back to its green, glorious best. Read more

Revive your garden for summer with Quick Lawn – the ultimate solution for weathered turf
14/06/2024

Revive your garden for summer with Quick Lawn – the ultimate solution for weathered turf

As UK homeowners face the challenges of rejuvenating their lawns in 2024, Johnsons Lawn Seed urges those wanting to fix their damaged grass to invest in Quick Lawn with Accelerator mix—a must-have for a lush, green garden this summer. Read more

Stock up on Johnson's Lawn Seed’s wildflower mixes for World Bee Day
20/05/2024

Stock up on Johnson's Lawn Seed’s wildflower mixes for World Bee Day

World Bee Day takes place on 20th May and aims to highlight the role that bees play in our ecosystem. The UK and Ireland are home to over 270 species of bees which are essential pollinators, responsible for the growth of many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. However, bee populations worldwide are declining due to factors like habitat loss and pesticide use but leading brand Johnsons Lawn Seed has the answer for retailers that will provide our pollinators with a much-needed source of food and nectar. Read more

DLF Launches New Packaging for Masterline® Mixtures
20/05/2024

DLF Launches New Packaging for Masterline® Mixtures

DLF Seeds, a global leader in grass seed innovation, is proud to announce the launch of it’s refreshed packaging for its professional turf seed mixtures under the renowned brand, Masterline®. The new packaging design, available for 5kg, 10kg, and 20kg bags, comes after a full redesign of DLF's corporate visual identity in early 2023. Read more

Lawn science – How Johnsons Lawn Seed elevates lawn care standards with advanced seed mixes
14/05/2024

Lawn science – How Johnsons Lawn Seed elevates lawn care standards with advanced seed mixes

With the debate recurring over perennial ryegrass in lawn mixtures in the press recently, the UK’s most trusted and oldest lawn seed brand is highlighting the benefits of its use in mixtures within its product portfolio along with fescues and bents Read more

Transforming Repton School's Grounds with MM Seed
07/05/2024

Transforming Repton School's Grounds with MM Seed

Repton School in Derbyshire is a well-known institution which mixes tradition with new ideas. Behind the scenes, Andrew Butler, the Head of Grounds and Gardens, is the man responsible for ensuring the grounds are not just aesthetically pleasing but also resilient to the rigours of year-round sporting activities. That’s where MM Seed comes in. Read more