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  1. wiseowl
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    Whats your weather like May 2024

    Good morning all, cloudy and a gentle breeze temp 9c to 18c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 5.04 Sunset 21.05 No rain is expected today
    Good morning all, cloudy and a gentle breeze temp 9c to 18c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 5.04 Sunset 21.05 No rain is expected today
    Good morning all, cloudy and a gentle breeze temp 9c to 18c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 5.04 Sunset 21.05 No rain is expected today
    Good morning all, cloudy and a gentle breeze temp 9c to 18c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 5.04 Sunset 21.05 No rain is expected today
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  2. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking good May 2024

    @pitter-patter Your "Cut flowers for the kitchen table" looks like a painting by Ian Parker or Anne Songhurst. I would print a picture like that on canvas.The Foxglove on the left is now higher...
    @pitter-patter Your "Cut flowers for the kitchen table" looks like a painting by Ian Parker or Anne Songhurst. I would print a picture like that on canvas.The Foxglove on the left is now higher than me and hasn't reached the final height. The Snapdragon on the right is from last year. All my...
    @pitter-patter Your "Cut flowers for the kitchen table" looks like a painting by Ian Parker or Anne Songhurst. I would print a picture like that on canvas.The Foxglove on the left is now higher than me and hasn't reached the final height. The...
    @pitter-patter Your "Cut flowers for the kitchen table" looks like a painting by Ian Parker or Anne Songhurst. I would print a picture like that on canvas.The Foxglove on the left is now higher...
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  3. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2024

    I kept a solution of 6 garlic cloves in water in a spray bottle in the fridge and it seems to work well vs slugs and snails though is probably short lived. issue is the spray bottles i ordered are...
    I kept a solution of 6 garlic cloves in water in a spray bottle in the fridge and it seems to work well vs slugs and snails though is probably short lived. issue is the spray bottles i ordered are uselessplucking adult snails seems by far the most effective tactic for large plants but doesnt...
    I kept a solution of 6 garlic cloves in water in a spray bottle in the fridge and it seems to work well vs slugs and snails though is probably short lived. issue is the spray bottles i ordered are uselessplucking adult snails seems by far the...
    I kept a solution of 6 garlic cloves in water in a spray bottle in the fridge and it seems to work well vs slugs and snails though is probably short lived. issue is the spray bottles i ordered are...
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  4. Clueless 1 v2

    How are Brits perceived abroad?

    Also the retail and supermarket sector probably offered contracted hours unlike the hospitality sector. It's a know fact that the hospitality sector has the highest percentage of workers on zero...
    Also the retail and supermarket sector probably offered contracted hours unlike the hospitality sector. It's a know fact that the hospitality sector has the highest percentage of workers on zero hours. The UK is falling behind the rest of the world as the number of workers on zero contract hours...
    Also the retail and supermarket sector probably offered contracted hours unlike the hospitality sector. It's a know fact that the hospitality sector has the highest percentage of workers on zero hours. The UK is falling behind the rest of the...
    Also the retail and supermarket sector probably offered contracted hours unlike the hospitality sector. It's a know fact that the hospitality sector has the highest percentage of workers on zero...
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  5. Plantminded

    Planning and Planting a Border - What Do You Do?

    Your garden is really beautiful, Lovely colour combinations!
    Your garden is really beautiful, Lovely colour combinations!
    Your garden is really beautiful, Lovely colour combinations!
    Your garden is really beautiful, Lovely colour combinations!
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  6. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    Fab, @Ergates
    Fab, @Ergates
    Fab, @Ergates
    Fab, @Ergates
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  7. gks
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    Should supermarkets be banned from selling plants

    The horticulture and agriculture sector are more political than ever before. Growers based in England are being pushed down the peat free route, one of the issues with the peat free and peat...
    The horticulture and agriculture sector are more political than ever before. Growers based in England are being pushed down the peat free route, one of the issues with the peat free and peat reduced growing media that growers have concerns with, water retention. Plants will be more prone to...
    The horticulture and agriculture sector are more political than ever before. Growers based in England are being pushed down the peat free route, one of the issues with the peat free and peat reduced growing media that growers have concerns with,...
    The horticulture and agriculture sector are more political than ever before. Growers based in England are being pushed down the peat free route, one of the issues with the peat free and peat...
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  8. DD97

    Lawn patches

    If you used a weed and feed product like 4 in 1, you need to wait about eight weeks before reseeding as the weed and feed will inhibit seed germination. Then rake out the dead moss, add a thin...
    If you used a weed and feed product like 4 in 1, you need to wait about eight weeks before reseeding as the weed and feed will inhibit seed germination. Then rake out the dead moss, add a thin layer of topsoil, reseed, cover lightly with topsoil, water and keep watered if it does not rain. Grass...
    If you used a weed and feed product like 4 in 1, you need to wait about eight weeks before reseeding as the weed and feed will inhibit seed germination. Then rake out the dead moss, add a thin layer of topsoil, reseed, cover lightly with topsoil,...
    If you used a weed and feed product like 4 in 1, you need to wait about eight weeks before reseeding as the weed and feed will inhibit seed germination. Then rake out the dead moss, add a thin...
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  9. RDB85

    Battery Powered Hayter Mower or Push Mower

    My OH was fed up with his corded mower and he was waiting for his hip replacement when he bought his mower. A push one was out of the question with his hip problem so he bought a battery...
    My OH was fed up with his corded mower and he was waiting for his hip replacement when he bought his mower. A push one was out of the question with his hip problem so he bought a battery Mountfield mower. He loves it. It is light and really easy to use. He still loves it, he had his hip replaced...
    My OH was fed up with his corded mower and he was waiting for his hip replacement when he bought his mower. A push one was out of the question with his hip problem so he bought a battery Mountfield mower. He loves it. It is light and really easy...
    My OH was fed up with his corded mower and he was waiting for his hip replacement when he bought his mower. A push one was out of the question with his hip problem so he bought a battery...
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  10. RDB85

    Lawn Advice

    Use a spring tine rake to remove the dead moss from the brown patches. Wait another six weeks as the herbicide in the 4 in 1 will still be active, then add a thin layer of topsoil (bought from a...
    Use a spring tine rake to remove the dead moss from the brown patches. Wait another six weeks as the herbicide in the 4 in 1 will still be active, then add a thin layer of topsoil (bought from a GC), spread grass seed on top then add another thin layer of topsoil on top to deter birds. Water...
    Use a spring tine rake to remove the dead moss from the brown patches. Wait another six weeks as the herbicide in the 4 in 1 will still be active, then add a thin layer of topsoil (bought from a GC), spread grass seed on top then add another thin...
    Use a spring tine rake to remove the dead moss from the brown patches. Wait another six weeks as the herbicide in the 4 in 1 will still be active, then add a thin layer of topsoil (bought from a...
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  11. hi2u_uk

    any tips on what i should do with this

    The advantage of keeping it in a pot is that you can protect it from rain and so from peach-leaf curl :)
    The advantage of keeping it in a pot is that you can protect it from rain and so from peach-leaf curl :)
    The advantage of keeping it in a pot is that you can protect it from rain and so from peach-leaf curl :)
    The advantage of keeping it in a pot is that you can protect it from rain and so from peach-leaf curl :)
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  12. wiseowl
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    Members Roses 2024

    Sorry folks, didn't mean to duplicate pics, don't know what happened. Love all your roses!
    Sorry folks, didn't mean to duplicate pics, don't know what happened. Love all your roses!
    Sorry folks, didn't mean to duplicate pics, don't know what happened. Love all your roses!
    Sorry folks, didn't mean to duplicate pics, don't know what happened. Love all your roses!
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  13. Michael Parker

    Will my dead but sprouting Acer recover?

    Many thanks Pete8, really appreciate your reply! Fully suspect it's dead in the entire top half and we'll end up chopping it off above the new shoots in the winter and seeing how it responds next...
    Many thanks Pete8, really appreciate your reply! Fully suspect it's dead in the entire top half and we'll end up chopping it off above the new shoots in the winter and seeing how it responds next spring. Fingers crossed! Michael
    Many thanks Pete8, really appreciate your reply! Fully suspect it's dead in the entire top half and we'll end up chopping it off above the new shoots in the winter and seeing how it responds next spring. Fingers crossed! Michael
    Many thanks Pete8, really appreciate your reply! Fully suspect it's dead in the entire top half and we'll end up chopping it off above the new shoots in the winter and seeing how it responds next...
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  14. Grays

    Learning how to take cuttings.

    It's an easy process and this article describes it well- How to Take Cuttings of Tender Perennials - Squire's Garden CentresIf your buddleia has some short shoots with several pairs of leaves,...
    It's an easy process and this article describes it well- How to Take Cuttings of Tender Perennials - Squire's Garden CentresIf your buddleia has some short shoots with several pairs of leaves, you can take a heel cutting by peeling the shoot off the branch downwards which gives a 'heal' to the...
    It's an easy process and this article describes it well- How to Take Cuttings of Tender Perennials - Squire's Garden CentresIf your buddleia has some short shoots with several pairs of leaves, you can take a heel cutting by peeling the shoot...
    It's an easy process and this article describes it well- How to Take Cuttings of Tender Perennials - Squire's Garden CentresIf your buddleia has some short shoots with several pairs of leaves,...
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  15. wiseowl
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    Crafters Corner 2023/2024

    I've literally just noticed your robot whilst on the tomato thread, and commented on it there. I used to knit a lot of little dolls/figures. It's fun but fiddly compared to a big, daft jumper....
    I've literally just noticed your robot whilst on the tomato thread, and commented on it there. I used to knit a lot of little dolls/figures. It's fun but fiddly compared to a big, daft jumper. (Mods! Why isn't there a knitting emoticon?)
    I've literally just noticed your robot whilst on the tomato thread, and commented on it there. I used to knit a lot of little dolls/figures. It's fun but fiddly compared to a big, daft jumper. (Mods! Why isn't there a knitting emoticon?)
    I've literally just noticed your robot whilst on the tomato thread, and commented on it there. I used to knit a lot of little dolls/figures. It's fun but fiddly compared to a big, daft jumper....
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  16. JWK
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    Show us your purchases 2024

    I visited a nursery that I pass on my way home from work yesterday. Was browsing around when I noticed these peonies reduced from £16 to £8 each.It turns out the plantsman that runs the place...
    I visited a nursery that I pass on my way home from work yesterday. Was browsing around when I noticed these peonies reduced from £16 to £8 each.It turns out the plantsman that runs the place had taken cuttings from 2 different plants last year and had the small plants on display in the...
    I visited a nursery that I pass on my way home from work yesterday. Was browsing around when I noticed these peonies reduced from £16 to £8 each.It turns out the plantsman that runs the place had taken cuttings from 2 different plants last...
    I visited a nursery that I pass on my way home from work yesterday. Was browsing around when I noticed these peonies reduced from £16 to £8 each.It turns out the plantsman that runs the place...
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  17. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2024

    PS. Love the little knitted character on your profile pic.
    PS. Love the little knitted character on your profile pic.
    PS. Love the little knitted character on your profile pic.
    PS. Love the little knitted character on your profile pic.
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  18. kindredspirit
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    Alpines. Piccies of

    @CarolineL it's always the first place I look for anything. I figure if it's not on eBay it's probably not available anywhere!
    @CarolineL it's always the first place I look for anything. I figure if it's not on eBay it's probably not available anywhere!
    @CarolineL it's always the first place I look for anything. I figure if it's not on eBay it's probably not available anywhere!
    @CarolineL it's always the first place I look for anything. I figure if it's not on eBay it's probably not available anywhere!
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  19. wiseowl
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    A Joke Or Two 2023/24

    Nice one
    Nice one
    Nice one
    Nice one
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  20. Papi Jo
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    Close-ups of flowers

    Digitalis Mertonensis Summer King
    Digitalis Mertonensis Summer King
    Digitalis Mertonensis Summer King
    Digitalis Mertonensis Summer King
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