Niwaki Blog

Just clipped the wavey thuja hedge at Harvard farm. It separates the greenhouse area from the garden, so hides a fair bit of clutter. Last year it was cut back quite hard and we've been letting it grow back to redefine the waves. It's an overlpapping two-parter. Read More

A nice view of the border at Harvard Farm, with a large Laurus nobilis lurking at the back that I've been gradually pruning into shape. Coppiced Paulownia tomentosa in the background. Read More

Have a look at our new garden ladder from Hasegawa: Same construction technique as the tripod ladders. Lightweight, extruded aluminium that's all welded not riveted - but - wait for it - only two legs! Made especially for tree work, with the indented neck that fits around the trunk, but also works… Read More

very excited to say that my new website is up and running, courtesy of Gary at Flaydemouse in Yeovil please check it out if you have a minute spare: jakehobson.com (and report any typos you find) Read More