Strulch Blog

Killer slug. After the worst year on record for slugs, things are about to get even worse with millions of a new species of 'killer slug' expected to take over gardens this spring. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/9791458/Millions-of-killer-slugs-set-to-take-over-gardens.html

Ash tree die back disease really taking hold. The government has urged gardeners to burn fallen ash tree leaves to help stop the spread of the deadly dieback disease. Scientists say that the fungus can survive for twelve months in compost and survives the composting cycle. See the full article http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/countryside/9669487/Gardeners-told-to-burn-fallen-ash-leaves.html

Asparagus growing in Strulch I bought Strulch for the strawberry bed at our allotment and decided to give it a go with our brand new asparagus bed since weeding asparagus is notoriously tricky. I planted 10 two-year-old crowns back in April and as you will see from the attached photos, taken in October, they have all thrived in a virtually weed-free environment, thanks to Strulch. It’s great...

This month two new gardens will be trailing Strulch. Harewood House in Yorkshire will be using Strulch in their rose garden and Strulch will be used by The Princes Foundation at The Prince's Garden at the BRE Innovation Park in Watford, Herts. More information on www.princes-foundation.org

Jackie Whiteley was named one of Yorkshire's top 100 entrepreneurs in The Yorkshire Post. The survey was sponsored by Coutts Bank and Grant Thornton. Jackie said 'I am delighted to have been recognised in this way and that Strulch is proving to be so popular amongst professional and amateur gardeners'

Sir Joseph Banks 1743-1820 Sailed to Australia with Captain Cook and transformed Kew Gardens into a Botanic Garden of world renown. His presidency of the Royal Society enabled him to promote the importance of botanic exploration and plant experimentation. He came from Lincolnshire and there is a garden at the Sir Joseph Banks Centre in Horncastle which includes some of the plants he brought...

We are proud to announce that Strulch Garden Mulch will be showcased again at The RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 3rd till 8th July 2012 at the Las Mariposas Garden. There is an important message conveyed in the design of the garden : Las Mariposas (Hopes of a Nicaraguan girl) Designed by Robert KennettBuilt by Greenhaven Landscapes This garden, designed by Robert Kennett, supports Amnesty...

This year's dry weather, cool nights and warm days have meant some foes have fared better than others. Pity the poor slugs that have spent this summer desperately seeking moisture. Actually don't – surprisingly, slugs spend only 5-10% of their time above ground, the rest they are hidden below, still eating, still sliming (both actually good for the soil). So although there may seem to be fewer...

Alys on mulching the veg garden It's a good idea to start thinking about mulching the vegetable garden (raised beds and all) particularly around established vegetables. Mulch now, and you'll save on weeding and help conserve moisture. Use something light. I'd advise against bark – unless it's properly rotted down it can cause nitrogen lock-up and it harbours slugs. Straw can be very effective,...

I told you last year that following advice from Dave Stewart we decided to try a new way of reaching customers. A new audience and one possibly more in tune with 'the web'. We have been very fortunate in our customers so far but to grow the business we need to get the message out there. We know it’s good because you have told and our challenge to get more people using Strulch and to do it cost...