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10/11/2026 - 08:41

Some careers don’t follow a straight path. Thierry Pletinckx started out as a butcher before turning his passion for cycling into a career as a cycle mechanic, a job that took him around the world. Eventually, he found his true passion in landscaping. Today, through TP Tuinen, he creates lawns, gardens and planting schemes guided by a clear philosophy: work with care, never compromise on quality, and respect the living environment.

29/10/2026 - 07:06

From a traditional paving show garden dominated by paving and stone to a green, inspiring space where hard landscaping, planting, water and biodiversity come together.

12/10/2026 - 08:19

For newly planted trees, the establishment phase — often the first two years after planting — is critical, and increasingly challenging under changing climate conditions.

04/06/2026 - 11:59

TerraCottem is a “physical soil conditioner”. Quite a mouthful. In simple terms, it is a soil amendment. When people think of TerraCottem, they often associate it with its remarkable ability to retain water. This is why it is used worldwide to help plants withstand drought stress. As a result, TerraCottem is sometimes reduced to being “a water-retaining polymer”. In reality, the story is far more interesting. In this article, we compare the water retention capacity of TerraCottem with that of other soil conditioners. How much water can TerraCottem actually absorb? More importantly, how much of that water remains truly available to the plant? We demonstrate that almost all of the absorbed water remains available for plant uptake—something that is far from self-evident. Finally, we will look at what this means in practice through several real-life applications.

12/02/2026 - 10:05

Whether you’re planting trees in urban spaces, parks, or large-scale landscapes, the early years after planting are critical. Traditionally, the first two years have been seen as the main establishment window – but with hotter summers, longer droughts, and more unpredictable weather, many newly planted trees now need support for three to five years to survive and thrive. But success isn’t just about choosing the right species – it’s about supporting the soil from day one. This article explores how one simple soil improvement step can help trees establish faster, reduce watering needs, and improve long-term survival – with proven results.