Niwaki Blog: Jake’s take on cloud pruning, organic topiary and all things tree.

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

Last month we were at the Hampton Court Flower Show, in the new gardens Illustrated Pavilion. Strange people kept climbing up our ladder. Thanks to Roel van Norel for the photos. Our neighbours were De Wiltfang from Holland. This is Bert, with one of his wooden ladders. Read More