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How Do I Measure My Lawn?

January 12, 2023      Turf Tips

When it’s time to update your lawn, where do you start? You know you want high-quality turf and have found a great supplier with George Davies Turf, but how many rolls of turf do you need to order to complete your project? Gardens come in all shapes and sizes, so there’s no set formula. But there are easy ways to accurately measure the different types of lawns which this article will talk you through.


Does Frequent Mowing Thicken Grass?

January 11, 2023     

A lush, thick lawn with rich shades of green can breathe life into any garden or landscape, attracting more wildlife while bringing new sights and smells into your garden. A well-maintained lawn will also provide a safe place for children and pets to enjoy the outdoors, but how can you keep your lawn fresh, thick and vibrant? Many believe that the key to success is constant mowing, but is this true?


George Davies Turf shortlisted for local awards

December 21, 2022     

George Davies Turf has been shortlisted along with five other local businesses for ‘Best Customer Service’ in the Milton Keynes Business Achievement Awards 2022 (MKBAA).


Maintaining demand and exceptional service during extraordinary challenges

December 15, 2022     

The turf industry has been incredible in these unprecedented times, but we now need to pull together towards innovation and survival.

The last two years have been extremely challenging for the turf industry and for the growers especially who have experienced some of the toughest of hurdles. From extreme droughts, to soaring temperatures, the pressure to produce continuously strong, green turf all year round has taken its toll.


Buying and laying new turf during winter

December 08, 2022      Winter Tips

As Christmas draws closer and our to-do lists become longer than Santa’s, buying new turf  for your garden or landscaping project might not seem like a priority. However, the winter season is actually a prime time for buying, ordering and relaying turf. This article explains the benefits of why you should buy turf in the winter and how you can invest now, for a fantastic looking spring garden next year.


Can Fertilising Turf in Winter Help?

December 05, 2022     

We’ve had a relatively mild start to winter, but as temperatures begin to plunge, you may start experiencing winter die-back, often a result of sunlight and airflow being significantly reduced. Rather than accepting sparse growth and already conceding to an unhealthy lawn when spring rolls around next year, there are plenty of proactive measures you can take.


Announcing our new charity partnership

December 01, 2022     

We have announced a new charity partnership which aims to raise thousands of pounds to help children in East Africa escape a life of poverty.


Our Debut Exhibit At Futurescape 2022

November 25, 2022     

You may have spotted on our socials recently that on the 16th and 17th November, the George Davies Turf team visited and showcased at Futurescape 2022 – and we had an absolute blast! Hosted at ExCel London, Futurescape is the UK’s largest landscape expo and trade event for the horticultural industry. As the Landscapers’ Choice, we were extremely excited to be involved for the very first time.


We are at FutureScape Expo 2022

November 14, 2022     

FutureScape Expo is the must attended landscaping event in the UK. This event is held for two days filled with some of the biggest names in the Landscaping industry. The FutureScape exhibition will take place on 15-16 November 2022 at ExCeL London.


Artificial Lawn Care Tips For Winter

November 04, 2022     

With the weather turning cold and the nights drawing in, now is the time to start thinking about giving your artificial lawn a little extra care to help it look its best throughout the winter months. In this article, we’ll guide you through our top tips for keeping your artificial lawn looking its best, even in the midst of harsh weather!