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RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

June 24, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school: The first ever RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden designed by and for children has been relocated to its permanent home at Sulivan Primary School in southwest London. The RHS No Adults Allowed Garden was designed by pupils from the school and award-winning garden designer Harry […]

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

June 24, 2024/in Press Release/by Admin

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is delighted to announce the launch of a groundbreaking product – Fiata Stressgard® to the UK golf market. This new Biostimulant promises unrivalled results that will transform the care of turfgrass. OAS is the UK partner and distributor of Fiata Stressgard®, developed and manufactured by […]

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

June 24, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

June 24, 2024/in Press Release/by Admin

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

June 24, 2024/in News, Press Release/by Admin

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school: The first ever RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden designed by and for children has been relocated to its permanent home at Sulivan Primary School in southwest London.

The RHS No Adults Allowed Garden was designed by pupils from the school and award-winning garden designer Harry Holding and was visited by HRH King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Reimagined to suit its new setting in the school grounds, the unique garden will now be a lasting feature for pupils to explore, learn and play in, as well as take care of.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

Nearly all elements from the original show garden have been transferred to the school, with the exception of the stream and rock pool. Instead, the subterranean den is set within a sea of wildflowers and has been reimagined by treehouse builders Root and Shoot into a sustainable climbing frame using timber from RHS Garden Wisley and rubber from waste material. Sculptural clay elements, crafted by land artist Finbar Ward and decorated by pupils, which previously adorned a wall within the show garden have now been positioned on the façade of the school itself.

As part of the relocation, the layout of the show garden has been adapted to suit the school’s setting, which is surrounded by a number of mature trees. A path through the garden separates two distinct areas; one is low intervention with a wildflower meadow, a composting zone and dead hedges which provide habitats for wildlife, while the more cultivated side of the garden is packed with a variety of bold and colourful summer plants including kniphofias and gladioli, as well as edibles such as strawberries.

Wendy Aldridge, Headteacher at Sulivan Primary School, said: “We are so excited to welcome the RHS No Adults Allowed Garden to its new home. This garden will be a fantastic resource for our pupils, allowing them to develop hands-on gardening skills and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. It provides a unique, interactive space where children can learn about biodiversity, sustainability, and the importance of caring for our environment. The collaborative process of designing and now maintaining the garden has been invaluable, fostering a strong sense of community and pride within our school.”

Harry Holding, Award-winning Garden Designer, said: “It has been such a joy to work on
this momentous project and reimagining the show garden for its permanent home has been every bit as enjoyable as preparing it for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Seeing the pupils’ excitement as they interact with the garden, both in its original form and now in its new home, has been incredibly rewarding. In its new location, the design benefits from more space, lots of mature trees, and plenty of environments to explore. This garden will provide endless opportunities for discovery and learning, and will live on to benefit thousands of children and families from the local community for years to come. I am very much looking forward to seeing how it evolves with the students’ care and creativity.”

Alana Cama, RHS Senior Learning Manager, said: “The RHS is committed to nurturing a love of gardening in children and creating opportunities for them to engage with nature in a meaningful way. By involving pupils in the design and maintenance of the garden, they have quickly cultivated a sense of responsibility and connection to the environment. We’re excited to follow the progress of the garden and to see how it inspires a love of gardening amongst the school’s pupils for years to come. This project exemplifies our mission to make gardening accessible and enjoyable for all ages, and we are thrilled to see it find a permanent home at Sulivan Primary School.”

Sulivan Primary School is a member of the RHS Campaign for School Gardening which provides teachers with free resources and training, designed to help them give more children the opportunity to learn about caring for plants and our planet through gardening, while connecting with nature and boosting their wellbeing. The RHS is committed to fostering a love of gardening across generations and ensuring that it is an accessible activity for everyone.

For information on how to get involved with the RHS Campaign for School Gardening visit: https://schoolgardening.rhs.org.uk

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Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

June 24, 2024/in Press Release/by Admin

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is delighted to announce the launch of a groundbreaking product – Fiata Stressgard® to the UK golf market. This new Biostimulant promises unrivalled results that will transform the care of turfgrass.

OAS is the UK partner and distributor of Fiata Stressgard®, developed and manufactured by Envu, a leading brand in sustainable turf management solutions. Fiata Stressgard® contains a blend of compounds that act as powerful bio-stimulants which activate plant defence mechanisms and enhance turf health, resilience, and overall performance.

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

At the heart of Fiata Stressgard® lies a unique pigment that instantly enhances turf colour and plays a crucial role in long-term stress management. By reflecting the harmful light only, it helps optimise photosynthesis and energy production, preventing the breakdown of chlorophyll.

Stressgard® Technology also contains proprietary plant health compounds specially selected to promote turf health under the most stressful conditions.

This latest product further bolsters Origin Amenity Solutions’ (OAS) comprehensive range of biostimulants. Their partnership with manufacturer Envu, reinforces OAS’ commitment to the golf and sports turf market, providing its customers with new and innovative products alongside advice that enhances their turf management programmes.

Key Benefits of Fiata Stressgard®

Proven to deliver elite turf performance when under stresses such as high temperatures, drought and traffic. Helping surfaces stay healthy and vibrant during peak stress periods and enhancing recovery.
Complements any integrated turf management programme. The components within Fiata Stressgard® have been proven to prime turf plants for stress and disease resistance by triggering stress-responsive genes.
Instant colour and long-term photosynthesis enhancement, delivering visually appealing, healthy turf. With a flexible application rate, Fiata Stressgard® can be tailored to give the exact colour response required to elevate turf appearance and manage stress.

Phil Logan, National Account Manager, Envu UK & Ireland comments; “You can’t predict the weather, but you can predict Stressgard® results. It’s been extensively tested across a range of environmental conditions for over 25 years and is scientifically proven to protect turf all year long. Fiata Stressgard® is the latest innovative product to utilise Stressgard® technology and has been designed specifically to improve plant health and performance. Applied in a programme approach it will help turf thrive during stress and recover faster. I am delighted to see Mark and the team at OAS embracing the substantial benefits of this new biostimulant product and rolling it out to their UK golf customers.”

Mark De Ath, Plant Protection Products Team Lead for Origin Amenity Solutions adds, “I am thrilled to bring Fiata Stressgard®, a biostimulant developed by Envu, exclusively to the UK. It is a highly effective product that will help Greenkeepers and turf managers promote turf grass health, colour, performance, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Fiata Stressgard® is only available via Origin Amenity Solutions. It comes in 9.46-litre containers with a flexible application rate of 10-20 l/ha dependant on management factors. It’s suitable for use on golf courses, as well as sports fields, bowling greens, parks, and residential or commercial sites. Our OAS technical sales advisors will provide advice and recommendations on incorporating Fiata Stressgard® into your existing maintenance programme. Please get in touch today.”

To find out more about Fiata Stressgard® visit uk.envu.com or contact the Origin Amenity Solutions team on 0800 138 7222

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden beds in at London school: The first ever RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden designed by and for children has been relocated to its permanent home at Sulivan Primary School in southwest London.

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu

Origin Introduces Fiata Stressgard® from Envu: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is delighted to announce the launch of a groundbreaking product – Fiata Stressgard® to the UK golf market. This new Biostimulant promises unrivalled results that will transform the care of turfgrass.

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