Students may not always notice the work that goes into looking after school grounds, but they benefit from it every day. Outdoor areas support PE lessons, break times, sports clubs, wellbeing, and the general feel of the school. This makes school sports pitch maintenance an important part of runn

Outdoor spaces such as sports grounds, public parks and large gardens require ongoing upkeep.Weed growth can cause practical as well as visual problems. They can compete with grass and planting, spread across open areas and make the ground harder to manage.When Is W

Invasive weeds are more than a visual issue. These can deprive plants of nutrients, damage hardstanding areas, and lead to ongoing issues in both landscaped and hardstanding areas. From workplaces to residential developments, sports venues, and public areas, infestation increases rapidly if l

Recognising Thatch and Its ConsequencesThatch forms from undecomposed plant debris — typically dead roots, shoots, and stems — that accumulates between the topsoil and the visible grass. While a minimal amount is expected, a thick layer can restrict drainage, delay nutrient uptak

What Is Thatch?Thatch is a layer of organic matter — typically dead roots, shoots, and stems — that accumulates between the topsoil and the visible grass. While a thin layer is common, a thick layer can impede water absorption, limit access to nutrients, and lead to fungal condit