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Just a thought … I would think twice about evergreens … they don’t retain their leaves permanently … they drop them throughout the year rather than all at once like deciduous plants. I find it...
Just a thought … I would think twice about evergreens … they don’t retain their leaves permanently … they drop them throughout the year rather than all at once like deciduous plants. I find it easier to have one good clear up a year rather than many every few days throughout the year.
Just a thought … I would think twice about evergreens … they don’t retain their leaves permanently … they drop them throughout the year rather than all at once like deciduous plants. I find it easier to have one good clear up a year rather than...
Just a thought … I would think twice about evergreens … they don’t retain their leaves permanently … they drop them throughout the year rather than all at once like deciduous plants. I find it...
latimer, May 5, 2024 at 2:31 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Dovefromabove
May 5, 2024 at 5:42 PM
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Tomato Growing 2024
I think I grew them a long time ago, like larger versions of Cape gooseberry but didn't taste anything like them, never bothered again.
I think I grew them a long time ago, like larger versions of Cape gooseberry but didn't taste anything like them, never bothered again.
I think I grew them a long time ago, like larger versions of Cape gooseberry but didn't taste anything like them, never bothered again.
I think I grew them a long time ago, like larger versions of Cape gooseberry but didn't taste anything like them, never bothered again.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 36 37 38
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pete
May 5, 2024 at 5:42 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2024
We are moving so I have recently spent some very sad time in "decluttering" windowsills, binning perfectly good plants that "might still make it" or are doing fine but are duplicates (or, rather,...
We are moving so I have recently spent some very sad time in "decluttering" windowsills, binning perfectly good plants that "might still make it" or are doing fine but are duplicates (or, rather, quintiplicates ) of existing plants. Everything possible has been given to friends but the remining...
We are moving so I have recently spent some very sad time in "decluttering" windowsills, binning perfectly good plants that "might still make it" or are doing fine but are duplicates (or, rather, quintiplicates ) of existing plants. Everything...
We are moving so I have recently spent some very sad time in "decluttering" windowsills, binning perfectly good plants that "might still make it" or are doing fine but are duplicates (or, rather,...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 96 97 98
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Selleri
May 5, 2024 at 5:41 PM
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Whats your weather like May 2024
It was sunny but now it's cloudy with a gentle breeze from the south south east temp was 17c but now it's 14c feels like 14c.
It was sunny but now it's cloudy with a gentle breeze from the south south east temp was 17c but now it's 14c feels like 14c.
It was sunny but now it's cloudy with a gentle breeze from the south south east temp was 17c but now it's 14c feels like 14c.
It was sunny but now it's cloudy with a gentle breeze from the south south east temp was 17c but now it's 14c feels like 14c.
wiseowl, May 1, 2024 at 5:28 AM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 8 9 10
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Logan
May 5, 2024 at 5:40 PM
How to Control Japanese Anemone
They don’t become invasive here either, but that may because of my sandy soil. They have elegant stems and flowers which look good mingling with ferns in one of my dappled shady borders.
They don’t become invasive here either, but that may because of my sandy soil. They have elegant stems and flowers which look good mingling with ferns in one of my dappled shady borders.
They don’t become invasive here either, but that may because of my sandy soil. They have elegant stems and flowers which look good mingling with ferns in one of my dappled shady borders.
They don’t become invasive here either, but that may because of my sandy soil. They have elegant stems and flowers which look good mingling with ferns in one of my dappled shady borders.
Kevin Cowans, Feb 23, 2024, Other Plants ... 2
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Plantminded
May 5, 2024 at 5:35 PM
Sago palms worth saving?
They should come back if you follow @Plantminded advice, palms have big roots so they are very likely to be pot bound. Washingtonia is probably one of the fastest growing palm we can grow in the...
They should come back if you follow @Plantminded advice, palms have big roots so they are very likely to be pot bound. Washingtonia is probably one of the fastest growing palm we can grow in the UK so lots of feeding once growth gets going and water, most palms like more water than is often...
They should come back if you follow @Plantminded advice, palms have big roots so they are very likely to be pot bound. Washingtonia is probably one of the fastest growing palm we can grow in the UK so lots of feeding once growth gets going and...
They should come back if you follow @Plantminded advice, palms have big roots so they are very likely to be pot bound. Washingtonia is probably one of the fastest growing palm we can grow in the...
Cjxblade, May 5, 2024 at 4:34 PM, Tropical Gardening
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pete
May 5, 2024 at 5:35 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2023/24
Eeeekkk!!!! Indeed @Ladybird
Eeeekkk!!!! Indeed @Ladybird
Eeeekkk!!!! Indeed @Ladybird
Eeeekkk!!!! Indeed @Ladybird
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, The Muppet Show ... 99 100 101
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Star gaze Lily
May 5, 2024 at 5:33 PM
Peach tree
I've had peach trees for years, some years I get some fruit some I dont, I get peach leaf curl and its bad this year, last year it wasn't nearly as bad as it was dryer.My sorry looking tree that...
I've had peach trees for years, some years I get some fruit some I dont, I get peach leaf curl and its bad this year, last year it wasn't nearly as bad as it was dryer.My sorry looking tree that I have now is a bit overgrown by other trees but had a surprising amount of fruit last year, but I...
I've had peach trees for years, some years I get some fruit some I dont, I get peach leaf curl and its bad this year, last year it wasn't nearly as bad as it was dryer.My sorry looking tree that I have now is a bit overgrown by other trees but...
I've had peach trees for years, some years I get some fruit some I dont, I get peach leaf curl and its bad this year, last year it wasn't nearly as bad as it was dryer.My sorry looking tree that...
RowlandsCastle, May 4, 2024 at 4:51 PM, Edible Gardening
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pete
May 5, 2024 at 5:27 PM
Aeonium 'Black King Kong' flowering now
I hope not, it was quite expensive.
I hope not, it was quite expensive.
I hope not, it was quite expensive.
I hope not, it was quite expensive.
Michael Hewett, May 5, 2024 at 4:51 PM, Cacti and Succulents
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Michael Hewett
May 5, 2024 at 5:24 PM
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Aptenia cordifolia (Baby Sun Rose)
I grow it but it won't take frost. :(
I grow it but it won't take frost. :(
I grow it but it won't take frost. :(
I grow it but it won't take frost. :(
Victoria, May 5, 2024 at 11:29 AM, Cacti and Succulents
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kindredspirit
May 5, 2024 at 5:15 PM
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Close-ups of flowers
Aeonium 'Black King Kong' :-
Aeonium 'Black King Kong' :-
Aeonium 'Black King Kong' :-
Aeonium 'Black King Kong' :-

Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 21 22 23
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Michael Hewett
May 5, 2024 at 4:54 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
My deep condolences @Badly_Maintained, that's a lot of unhappy events for you to deal with. I do hope your Mother recovers well and the medics find out what is wrong.On a happier note, loved...
My deep condolences @Badly_Maintained, that's a lot of unhappy events for you to deal with. I do hope your Mother recovers well and the medics find out what is wrong.On a happier note, loved your photos of the bulbs - you were so pessimistic about the chances of their survival and look at...
My deep condolences @Badly_Maintained, that's a lot of unhappy events for you to deal with. I do hope your Mother recovers well and the medics find out what is wrong.On a happier note, loved your photos of the bulbs - you were so pessimistic...
My deep condolences @Badly_Maintained, that's a lot of unhappy events for you to deal with. I do hope your Mother recovers well and the medics find out what is wrong.On a happier note, loved...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 196 197 198
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lizzie27
May 5, 2024 at 4:49 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2024
I'm sorry but with some farmers its a case of "get off my Land" or in this case don't come down "my lane".My Brother in law was towing a trailer a while back and using the back road to get to...
I'm sorry but with some farmers its a case of "get off my Land" or in this case don't come down "my lane".My Brother in law was towing a trailer a while back and using the back road to get to the tip. He was basically forced off the road by the local farmer coming the other way in his...
I'm sorry but with some farmers its a case of "get off my Land" or in this case don't come down "my lane".My Brother in law was towing a trailer a while back and using the back road to get to the tip. He was basically forced off the road by the...
I'm sorry but with some farmers its a case of "get off my Land" or in this case don't come down "my lane".My Brother in law was towing a trailer a while back and using the back road to get to...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 97 98 99
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pete
May 5, 2024 at 4:47 PM
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Whats Looking good May 2024
Lysimachia 'Alexander' young variegated leaves :-I can't remember the next one but it's got dark blotchy leaves and can be a nuisance, spreading everywhere :-London Pride/Saxifraga...
Lysimachia 'Alexander' young variegated leaves :-I can't remember the next one but it's got dark blotchy leaves and can be a nuisance, spreading everywhere :-London Pride/Saxifraga urbium (always difficult to get a good picture of)Aquilegia :-Aeonium 'Black King...
Lysimachia 'Alexander' young variegated leaves :-I can't remember the next one but it's got dark blotchy leaves and can be a nuisance, spreading everywhere :-London Pride/Saxifraga urbium (always difficult to get a good picture of)...
Lysimachia 'Alexander' young variegated leaves :-I can't remember the next one but it's got dark blotchy leaves and can be a nuisance, spreading everywhere :-London Pride/Saxifraga...

wiseowl, May 1, 2024 at 5:32 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Michael Hewett
May 5, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Where is the Wild flower thread ?
It's too complicated, asking about something 'sticky' and telling me I need to write a note. I've seen in the forum list where it is so now I'll be able to find it that way.
It's too complicated, asking about something 'sticky' and telling me I need to write a note. I've seen in the forum list where it is so now I'll be able to find it that way.
It's too complicated, asking about something 'sticky' and telling me I need to write a note. I've seen in the forum list where it is so now I'll be able to find it that way.
It's too complicated, asking about something 'sticky' and telling me I need to write a note. I've seen in the forum list where it is so now I'll be able to find it that way.
Michael Hewett, May 5, 2024 at 7:08 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Michael Hewett
May 5, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Moisture tester
I have found that the 'weigh -it' technique is most satisfactory; and with the (reluctant) move to peat free composts, that a regime of immersion watering upon weight testing , rather than wetting...
I have found that the 'weigh -it' technique is most satisfactory; and with the (reluctant) move to peat free composts, that a regime of immersion watering upon weight testing , rather than wetting from the top on visual , seems to be most effective. Have you noticed that the latest pots in use...
I have found that the 'weigh -it' technique is most satisfactory; and with the (reluctant) move to peat free composts, that a regime of immersion watering upon weight testing , rather than wetting from the top on visual , seems to be most...
I have found that the 'weigh -it' technique is most satisfactory; and with the (reluctant) move to peat free composts, that a regime of immersion watering upon weight testing , rather than wetting...
Esoxlucius, May 5, 2024 at 10:22 AM, Tools And Equipment
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infradig
May 5, 2024 at 2:37 PM
Flame guns
They work to destroy the leaf structure by boiling the cells. It is a mistake to continue beyond wilting, wasting fuel energy, none of which are cheap. They are not designed/intended to incinerate...
They work to destroy the leaf structure by boiling the cells. It is a mistake to continue beyond wilting, wasting fuel energy, none of which are cheap. They are not designed/intended to incinerate the destroyed plant, so may not satisfy 'tidy' gardeners. You would not ,therefore, linger and...
They work to destroy the leaf structure by boiling the cells. It is a mistake to continue beyond wilting, wasting fuel energy, none of which are cheap. They are not designed/intended to incinerate the destroyed plant, so may not satisfy 'tidy'...
They work to destroy the leaf structure by boiling the cells. It is a mistake to continue beyond wilting, wasting fuel energy, none of which are cheap. They are not designed/intended to incinerate...
berarde, May 5, 2024 at 10:20 AM, Gardening Discussions
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infradig
May 5, 2024 at 2:29 PM
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Things that have made you happy today' 2024
Early start took some of our excess plants to a Local carboot across the border in England . Lovely drive up through a Forest and guess what there was quite a few other people with plants as well...
Early start took some of our excess plants to a Local carboot across the border in England . Lovely drive up through a Forest and guess what there was quite a few other people with plants as well . Must say Tomato plants are the flavour of the day !
Early start took some of our excess plants to a Local carboot across the border in England . Lovely drive up through a Forest and guess what there was quite a few other people with plants as well . Must say Tomato plants are the flavour of the day !
Early start took some of our excess plants to a Local carboot across the border in England . Lovely drive up through a Forest and guess what there was quite a few other people with plants as well...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 8 9 10
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Valleysgirl
May 5, 2024 at 2:23 PM
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Chillies 2024
3rd year for our "basket of fire" (BOF) plant and used 2 fruit so far as a milder chilly. We use the ripeness of the chilly based on how hot we need the hit and this still stands when frozen. With...
3rd year for our "basket of fire" (BOF) plant and used 2 fruit so far as a milder chilly. We use the ripeness of the chilly based on how hot we need the hit and this still stands when frozen. With the BOF this works very well as the fruit goes from green to yellow, yellow/purple, orange and then...
3rd year for our "basket of fire" (BOF) plant and used 2 fruit so far as a milder chilly. We use the ripeness of the chilly based on how hot we need the hit and this still stands when frozen. With the BOF this works very well as the fruit goes...
3rd year for our "basket of fire" (BOF) plant and used 2 fruit so far as a milder chilly. We use the ripeness of the chilly based on how hot we need the hit and this still stands when frozen. With...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 7 8 9
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DiggersJo
May 5, 2024 at 2:04 PM
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REASONS TO BE CHEERFUL.. 1. 2. 3...........
Later.
Later.
Later.
Later.
Marley Farley, Feb 8, 2019, The Muppet Show ... 2
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