FEATURE: GARDEN & LANDSCAPING
pots can also be used, providing a cost-effective vertical growing option.
As well as providing additional space to grow flowers, living walls can be functional too and customers could consider creating a wall of herbs or space to grow vegetables. ‘Grow your own’ has risen in popularity over recent years. In fact, a study carried out by YouGov for the Horticultural Association found that 35 per cent of adults in the UK use their garden or other outdoor space to grow their own vegetables, fruit or herbs. A vertical vegetable garden is a perfect way to enjoy a harvest of freshly grown goods without taking up already limited space and it will appeal to customers investing in the growing trend. For a real visual impact, customers can create incredibly stylish designs for a relatively low cost using complex moulding forms and pouring concrete. Although any type of shelving may be used, ones with slats will work best, allowing better air circulation and water flow between tiers. For homeowners looking to extend the growing further, a fence or trellis can serve as additional space to grow beans, peas and tomatoes.
Spoilt for choice The use of concrete for design, both in and outside the home, is increasing and we’re
seeing
customers find more creative and imaginative ways to use it. Often customers seek the expertise of professionals before starting a project and, therefore, retailers can benefit by sharing knowledge and advice on selecting the perfect product.
Now manufactured in various colours and textures, your customers have numerous options to choose from when it comes to the type of concrete to use for their job. From multi-purpose to high strength, it’s imperative that they get it right first time, ensuring customers are satisfied and costs don’t spiral.
Effective solutions Overall, concrete can offer a number of effective solutions for any project in a garden and retailers can add significant value to their service and encourage customers to return, simply by enhancing their product knowledge and recommending the right products.
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Business Development Manager Our established brand is looking to develop its existing business
Offices in UK, Spain and US; with global distribution offers a varied and exciting role for the successful candidate.
The successful applicant:
• Will be able to demonstrate a successful track record In Business Development or Sales Director role.
• Will have transferable contacts with key retailers and wholesalers in hardware, garden and DIY.
• Good communication and managerial skills.
• Willing to implement and accept corporate goals and responsibilities, whilst working in a business with a “start-up” culture.
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and add new business in aligned industries and business types. • Midlands based, as our HQ is Leicestershire.
• Be able to use data, set KPI’s and work within budget constraints.
• Has the ambition to make big changes and drive success for themselves and the brand.
• Execute & manage campaigns, maintain budgets & recommend optimisations of goals and innovations.
• Does not want a work from home role, and is happy to work away from home when needed.
Reply in strict confidence with full CV via email to
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www.redgorilla.red AUGUST 2023 DIY WEEK 31
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