Strulch Blog
07
Jun
2022
Visit Strulch at Pro Landscaper LIVE 2022 - Cheshire
This September we'll be attending the Pro Landscaper LIVE at The Mere in Cheshire as a Partner.Much like the previous Pro Landscaper LIVE events, the afternoon will include a welcome networking lunch with the exhibitors at 12:30pm, before they head into a number of topical seminars with influential landscapers, garden designers, and suppliers within the landscape sector.This year tickets will...
23
May
2022
Order by Thursday 26th May for delivery by the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday
We are a family business and our daughter Cecily pictured here yesterday is inspecting Strulch at Hampton Court Palace gardens.
Cecily with Strulch at Hampton Court Palace gardens
On what was a very sunny and hot day Strulch was doing its job to conserve moisture in the soil as well as keeping the weeds down.
A Scarecrow with Strulch mulch at Hampton Court Palace gardens
A bed with Strulch...
03
May
2022
Excited to see our sponsored charity on BBC1 programme Our Changing Planet
We have been supporting Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for over a year. We make an annual donation and our customers can donate to the charity when buying Strulch. We send all donations without deduction to them.
On Sunday evening I was watching Our Changing Planet on BBC1. The section about Kenya showcased the work of Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. I hope this boosts donations to them in support of...
02
Apr
2022
Slug pellets now banned in the UK
As of the 1st April slug pellets can not longer be sold or used in the UK. Country Living call this "Good news for organic, environmentally-friendly gardening" where Carol Klein says that we should be dealing with slugs organically.
The physical properties of Strulch, together with the embedded minerals discourage slugs and snails and Strulch garden mulch is made from wheat straw it is ideal...
02
Apr
2022
Peat-free campaigner responds to Seabrook's call for more open debate on peat
Peat-free campaigner Beth Otway has responded to HortWeek columnist Peter Seabrook's call for a debate on the future of peat as the Government opens a consultation looking to ban retail sales of peat.
If you're a subscriber to Horticulture Week check out this article which includes Strulch as a great peat alternative!
02
Apr
2022
New Stockists for Spring 2022
You can now get smaller 9KG bags of Strulch in even more garden centres.
This Spring we are happy to announce the following Stockists
Green Pastures Plant Centre & Farm Shop - Norwich
Easter Blooms - Cornwall
Blue Diamond Garden Centre (Grosvenor) - Chester
Blue Diamond (St Peters Garden Centre) - Jersey
Northwood Nurseries - Wem
Thaxters Garden Centre - Kings Lynn
Remember to...
03
Mar
2022
World Wildlife Day 2022
Image © Sheldrick Wildlife Trust
“Elephants are pillars of our natural world. Simply by existing, they support all forms of life, as their everyday actions drive a healthy ecosystem, transforming the landscape.” - Sheldrick Trust
Strulch is proud to support the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and, particularly, the protection of elephants, who play an essential role as gardeners of their...
17
Nov
2021
Promoting Strulch to landscaping professionals
We've had a fantastic couple of days promoting Strulch to landscaping professionals at FutureScape 2021.
22
Sep
2021
Come visit us at FutureScape 2021 Stand K43 16th/17th November
On the 16th and 17th of November we'll be attending the at the FutureScape 2021 Landscaping exhibition (stand K43) at the ExCel London. We'd love it if you could pop by and have a chat. Attendance is free, register for free tickets here.If you'd like to know more please contact us or visit www.futurescapeevent.com/visitor-info/ for more information.
15
Sep
2021
Alnwick Garden expert's three tips to keep your garden healthy during a heatwave
Strulch was recently mentioned by George Swordy, Deputy Head Gardener at The Alnwick Garden, as one of his three tips on how to keep gardens healthy during a heatwave.
We recommend visiting The Alnwick Garden if you are visiting the North of England especially as this year is 20 years since the first visitors entered it's gates.
You can read the full article here.
Here is a great video by...