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Close-ups of flowers
Aquilegia
Aquilegia
Aquilegia
Aquilegia

Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 21 22 23
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NigelJ
May 5, 2024 at 7:14 PM
Bumblebees in Hedgehog House
It's true that hedgehogs will attempt to eat bees and wasps, as @Thevictorian says. The stings don't seem to cause them any problems. I agree that just partially blocking the entrance should do...
It's true that hedgehogs will attempt to eat bees and wasps, as @Thevictorian says. The stings don't seem to cause them any problems. I agree that just partially blocking the entrance should do the trick, if you're sure there's no spiky resident in place already. Hedgehogs don't tend to use the...
It's true that hedgehogs will attempt to eat bees and wasps, as @Thevictorian says. The stings don't seem to cause them any problems. I agree that just partially blocking the entrance should do the trick, if you're sure there's no spiky resident...
It's true that hedgehogs will attempt to eat bees and wasps, as @Thevictorian says. The stings don't seem to cause them any problems. I agree that just partially blocking the entrance should do...
Februarysgirl, May 5, 2024 at 12:18 PM, Wildlife Corner
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AnniD
May 5, 2024 at 7:11 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2024
I only have room to plant a few garlic cloves at the front of the house, but I got them in during the autumn and they seem to be doing well despite the wet, gloomy Spring. I dug in some composted...
I only have room to plant a few garlic cloves at the front of the house, but I got them in during the autumn and they seem to be doing well despite the wet, gloomy Spring. I dug in some composted alpaca poo a few weeks before planting. When the garlic comes out, I'll plant some dwarf tomatoes,...
I only have room to plant a few garlic cloves at the front of the house, but I got them in during the autumn and they seem to be doing well despite the wet, gloomy Spring. I dug in some composted alpaca poo a few weeks before planting. When the...
I only have room to plant a few garlic cloves at the front of the house, but I got them in during the autumn and they seem to be doing well despite the wet, gloomy Spring. I dug in some composted...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 12 13 14
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eatenbyweasels
May 5, 2024 at 7:09 PM
Where is the Wild flower thread ?
It has worked All I have to do now is remember I've done it !
It has worked All I have to do now is remember I've done it !
It has worked All I have to do now is remember I've done it !
It has worked All I have to do now is remember I've done it !
Michael Hewett, May 5, 2024 at 7:08 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Michael Hewett
May 5, 2024 at 7:08 PM
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Whats your weather like May 2024
Got to 23,3v, now 22,2c and the clouds cleared an sun came out ... but sadly no rain ... so the irrigation goes on tonight as the Brugmansias in pots are not happy.
Got to 23,3v, now 22,2c and the clouds cleared an sun came out ... but sadly no rain ... so the irrigation goes on tonight as the Brugmansias in pots are not happy.
Got to 23,3v, now 22,2c and the clouds cleared an sun came out ... but sadly no rain ... so the irrigation goes on tonight as the Brugmansias in pots are not happy.
Got to 23,3v, now 22,2c and the clouds cleared an sun came out ... but sadly no rain ... so the irrigation goes on tonight as the Brugmansias in pots are not happy.
wiseowl, May 1, 2024 at 5:28 AM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 8 9 10
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Victoria
May 5, 2024 at 7:08 PM
Understanding coverage of climbing plants
Agree with DFA, it's a bit of a misconception that evergreens don't lose their leaves They just don't do it all in one go in autumn.... Having said that, Trachelospermum jasminoides (white or...
Agree with DFA, it's a bit of a misconception that evergreens don't lose their leaves They just don't do it all in one go in autumn.... Having said that, Trachelospermum jasminoides (white or muddy pink flowers) or T. asiaticum (cream flowers) are lovely, vigorous evergreens with scented...
Agree with DFA, it's a bit of a misconception that evergreens don't lose their leaves They just don't do it all in one go in autumn.... Having said that, Trachelospermum jasminoides (white or muddy pink flowers) or T. asiaticum (cream flowers)...
Agree with DFA, it's a bit of a misconception that evergreens don't lose their leaves They just don't do it all in one go in autumn.... Having said that, Trachelospermum jasminoides (white or...
latimer, May 5, 2024 at 2:31 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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noisette47
May 5, 2024 at 7:05 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2023/24
@Jenny_Aster I loved those two
@Jenny_Aster I loved those two
@Jenny_Aster I loved those two
@Jenny_Aster I loved those two
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, The Muppet Show ... 99 100 101
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Ladybird4
May 5, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2024
I once came face to face with a driver like that on a skinny single track lane.He was in his beefed up 4x4 with knobbly tyres. I was in my rear wheel drive Volvo road car. We met face to face...
I once came face to face with a driver like that on a skinny single track lane.He was in his beefed up 4x4 with knobbly tyres. I was in my rear wheel drive Volvo road car. We met face to face and both stopped. He clearly expected me to get out of the way. I just switched the engine off, and...
I once came face to face with a driver like that on a skinny single track lane.He was in his beefed up 4x4 with knobbly tyres. I was in my rear wheel drive Volvo road car. We met face to face and both stopped. He clearly expected me to get out...
I once came face to face with a driver like that on a skinny single track lane.He was in his beefed up 4x4 with knobbly tyres. I was in my rear wheel drive Volvo road car. We met face to face...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 98 99 100
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Clueless 1 v2
May 5, 2024 at 7:00 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2024 ?
I’m not sure. The pot is quite exposed as well - it’s almost in the centre of my small garden. I will keep an eye on it and see how things develop.
I’m not sure. The pot is quite exposed as well - it’s almost in the centre of my small garden. I will keep an eye on it and see how things develop.
I’m not sure. The pot is quite exposed as well - it’s almost in the centre of my small garden. I will keep an eye on it and see how things develop.
I’m not sure. The pot is quite exposed as well - it’s almost in the centre of my small garden. I will keep an eye on it and see how things develop.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 24 25 26
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pitter-patter
May 5, 2024 at 6:54 PM
Sago palms worth saving?
Those pots do look good @Cjxblade but the tapering will restrict the root growth if you intend to keep them in pots long term. A pot with a wider base will also provide more stability as the...
Those pots do look good @Cjxblade but the tapering will restrict the root growth if you intend to keep them in pots long term. A pot with a wider base will also provide more stability as the plants get taller. If you have a suitable location in the ground, as @pete says, they will be much...
Those pots do look good @Cjxblade but the tapering will restrict the root growth if you intend to keep them in pots long term. A pot with a wider base will also provide more stability as the plants get taller. If you have a suitable location in...
Those pots do look good @Cjxblade but the tapering will restrict the root growth if you intend to keep them in pots long term. A pot with a wider base will also provide more stability as the...
Cjxblade, May 5, 2024 at 4:34 PM, Tropical Gardening
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Plantminded
May 5, 2024 at 6:48 PM
Peach tree
I planted an apricot a few years ago @pete . Its first year it made 5 fruit of which 3 fell off. The next year it produced a couple of dozen.Last year it produced several kilos and I still...
I planted an apricot a few years ago @pete . Its first year it made 5 fruit of which 3 fell off. The next year it produced a couple of dozen.Last year it produced several kilos and I still have bags of them, halved then frozen. I also have the best apricot jam I've ever tasted and gave some...
I planted an apricot a few years ago @pete . Its first year it made 5 fruit of which 3 fell off. The next year it produced a couple of dozen.Last year it produced several kilos and I still have bags of them, halved then frozen. I also have...
I planted an apricot a few years ago @pete . Its first year it made 5 fruit of which 3 fell off. The next year it produced a couple of dozen.Last year it produced several kilos and I still...
RowlandsCastle, May 4, 2024 at 4:51 PM, Edible Gardening
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Obelix-Vendée
May 5, 2024 at 6:28 PM
How to Control Japanese Anemone
Definitely not from any neighbour - they don’t do anything except grass. I live next to a tree lined gorge and if I look over my fence, I can see lots way down beside the burn at the bottom. ...
Definitely not from any neighbour - they don’t do anything except grass. I live next to a tree lined gorge and if I look over my fence, I can see lots way down beside the burn at the bottom. This is best I could find on google. Will definitely keep now tho. Thanks all.Anemone nemorosa...
Definitely not from any neighbour - they don’t do anything except grass. I live next to a tree lined gorge and if I look over my fence, I can see lots way down beside the burn at the bottom. This is best I could find on google. Will...
Definitely not from any neighbour - they don’t do anything except grass. I live next to a tree lined gorge and if I look over my fence, I can see lots way down beside the burn at the bottom. ...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 23, 2024, Other Plants ... 2
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KathM
May 5, 2024 at 6:28 PM
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Tomato Growing 2024
Bloody Butcher getting its early fruit on.
Bloody Butcher getting its early fruit on.
Bloody Butcher getting its early fruit on.
Bloody Butcher getting its early fruit on.

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 36 37 38
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eatenbyweasels
May 5, 2024 at 6:28 PM
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Members Roses 2024
My first rose flower of the season: Lady Waterlow
My first rose flower of the season: Lady Waterlow
My first rose flower of the season: Lady Waterlow
My first rose flower of the season: Lady Waterlow

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, Roses ... 5 6 7
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pitter-patter
May 5, 2024 at 6:05 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2024
The story about your Dad made me laugh @Selleri, see how rumours can easily start! It was lovely pottering around the garden at 6am this morning, such a nice bright morning. Planted a square of...
The story about your Dad made me laugh @Selleri, see how rumours can easily start! It was lovely pottering around the garden at 6am this morning, such a nice bright morning. Planted a square of Minipop sweetcorn. Gave most plants a 'drink' of water with some seaweed concentrate, maybe it's my...
The story about your Dad made me laugh @Selleri, see how rumours can easily start! It was lovely pottering around the garden at 6am this morning, such a nice bright morning. Planted a square of Minipop sweetcorn. Gave most plants a 'drink' of...
The story about your Dad made me laugh @Selleri, see how rumours can easily start! It was lovely pottering around the garden at 6am this morning, such a nice bright morning. Planted a square of...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 96 97 98
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Jenny_Aster
May 5, 2024 at 6:05 PM
Cuckoo 2024
I've been hearing a lot of cuckoos over the past few weeks but as the local elections are now over I expect to hear far fewer.
I've been hearing a lot of cuckoos over the past few weeks but as the local elections are now over I expect to hear far fewer.
I've been hearing a lot of cuckoos over the past few weeks but as the local elections are now over I expect to hear far fewer.
I've been hearing a lot of cuckoos over the past few weeks but as the local elections are now over I expect to hear far fewer.
Penny_Forthem, Apr 19, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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KT53
May 5, 2024 at 6:05 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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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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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

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