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  1. wiseowl
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    Whats your weather like May 2024

    It's been threatening to rain all morning but only just started now, very considerate since it's time to go in for lunch anyway. Had to round up all the things that shouldn't be left out and bring...
    It's been threatening to rain all morning but only just started now, very considerate since it's time to go in for lunch anyway. Had to round up all the things that shouldn't be left out and bring them in. Temperature is absolutely perfect, neither hot nor cold; I would happily live at this...
    It's been threatening to rain all morning but only just started now, very considerate since it's time to go in for lunch anyway. Had to round up all the things that shouldn't be left out and bring them in. Temperature is absolutely perfect,...
    It's been threatening to rain all morning but only just started now, very considerate since it's time to go in for lunch anyway. Had to round up all the things that shouldn't be left out and bring...
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  2. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    Hope you’re going to celebrate @Punkdoc :ccheers:
    Hope you’re going to celebrate @Punkdoc :ccheers:
    Hope you’re going to celebrate @Punkdoc :ccheers:
    Hope you’re going to celebrate @Punkdoc :ccheers:
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  3. JWK
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    Chillies 2024

    Surprise Ainslie is on itv 1 NOW Saturday in a chilli green house.
    Surprise Ainslie is on itv 1 NOW Saturday in a chilli green house.
    Surprise Ainslie is on itv 1 NOW Saturday in a chilli green house.
    Surprise Ainslie is on itv 1 NOW Saturday in a chilli green house.
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  4. Clueless 1 v2

    How are Brits perceived abroad?

    But... But.... They're contributing to the local economy. That makes them heroes doesn't it?At least that's the standard theme I see in discussions about all our local car parks and seafront...
    But... But.... They're contributing to the local economy. That makes them heroes doesn't it?At least that's the standard theme I see in discussions about all our local car parks and seafront facing roads being chock full of campervans these days, with locals unable to get parked, and massive...
    But... But.... They're contributing to the local economy. That makes them heroes doesn't it?At least that's the standard theme I see in discussions about all our local car parks and seafront facing roads being chock full of campervans these...
    But... But.... They're contributing to the local economy. That makes them heroes doesn't it?At least that's the standard theme I see in discussions about all our local car parks and seafront...
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  5. gks

    Should supermarkets be banned from selling plants

    If I worked in a supermarket that didn't water their plants I'm sure I would have to go round and do it in my lunch break. I couldn't just watch it all die.
    If I worked in a supermarket that didn't water their plants I'm sure I would have to go round and do it in my lunch break. I couldn't just watch it all die.
    If I worked in a supermarket that didn't water their plants I'm sure I would have to go round and do it in my lunch break. I couldn't just watch it all die.
    If I worked in a supermarket that didn't water their plants I'm sure I would have to go round and do it in my lunch break. I couldn't just watch it all die.
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  6. Javidr

    How to feed plants with mulch

    Sure. It’s an apple tree (this one is in soil) and strawberries for the tomorite, and anemia, roses and jasmine for the granulesthe mulch I used is called landscape barkthanks
    Sure. It’s an apple tree (this one is in soil) and strawberries for the tomorite, and anemia, roses and jasmine for the granulesthe mulch I used is called landscape barkthanks
    Sure. It’s an apple tree (this one is in soil) and strawberries for the tomorite, and anemia, roses and jasmine for the granulesthe mulch I used is called landscape barkthanks
    Sure. It’s an apple tree (this one is in soil) and strawberries for the tomorite, and anemia, roses and jasmine for the granulesthe mulch I used is called landscape barkthanks
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  7. JWK
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2024

    For the most part, insurance is just a legal form of theft.Take car insurance as an example. How many here have really scrutinised their policy documents? I don't mean the cover summary, I mean...
    For the most part, insurance is just a legal form of theft.Take car insurance as an example. How many here have really scrutinised their policy documents? I don't mean the cover summary, I mean the legal stuff? I think unless you can get a solicitor and a mechanic in a meeting room to discuss...
    For the most part, insurance is just a legal form of theft.Take car insurance as an example. How many here have really scrutinised their policy documents? I don't mean the cover summary, I mean the legal stuff? I think unless you can get a...
    For the most part, insurance is just a legal form of theft.Take car insurance as an example. How many here have really scrutinised their policy documents? I don't mean the cover summary, I mean...
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  8. Papi Jo
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    Close-ups of flowers

    I believe this is a hibiscus - but not sure which one.
    I believe this is a hibiscus - but not sure which one.
    I believe this is a hibiscus - but not sure which one.
    I believe this is a hibiscus - but not sure which one.
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  9. Plantminded

    Planning and Planting a Border - What Do You Do?

    I don't believe there is such a thing as good taste in gardening. Your garden is yours and you should grow what you like, how you like. I am fortunate in having a large space with lots of...
    I don't believe there is such a thing as good taste in gardening. Your garden is yours and you should grow what you like, how you like. I am fortunate in having a large space with lots of different conditions, so each area is planted very differently. In my main "long" border, I go for repeat...
    I don't believe there is such a thing as good taste in gardening. Your garden is yours and you should grow what you like, how you like. I am fortunate in having a large space with lots of different conditions, so each area is planted very...
    I don't believe there is such a thing as good taste in gardening. Your garden is yours and you should grow what you like, how you like. I am fortunate in having a large space with lots of...
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  10. Nickoslesteros

    Border shrub ideas... Please :)

    @RoisinMcGuire I went and ordered some more, but I'm out of pots, so they are going straight into the ground. How far apart did you plant them?
    @RoisinMcGuire I went and ordered some more, but I'm out of pots, so they are going straight into the ground. How far apart did you plant them?
    @RoisinMcGuire I went and ordered some more, but I'm out of pots, so they are going straight into the ground. How far apart did you plant them?
    @RoisinMcGuire I went and ordered some more, but I'm out of pots, so they are going straight into the ground. How far apart did you plant them?
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  11. Ricky Spangle

    What are you upto this weekend?

    Doing the edging around paving slabs set into a lawn as stepping stones, running most of the length of a 150 foot garden. Some idiot has allowed the grass to grow and cover about half of the...
    Doing the edging around paving slabs set into a lawn as stepping stones, running most of the length of a 150 foot garden. Some idiot has allowed the grass to grow and cover about half of the surface area of each slab. Just finding the edge of each slab is going to be fun. Incidentally that...
    Doing the edging around paving slabs set into a lawn as stepping stones, running most of the length of a 150 foot garden. Some idiot has allowed the grass to grow and cover about half of the surface area of each slab. Just finding the edge of...
    Doing the edging around paving slabs set into a lawn as stepping stones, running most of the length of a 150 foot garden. Some idiot has allowed the grass to grow and cover about half of the...
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  12. Spruce

    How Green is Chelsea flower show

    I don't think any major event, horticultural or otherwise, can truly claim to be 'sustainable' for the reasons given in the article. What events such as the major flowers can do is give people...
    I don't think any major event, horticultural or otherwise, can truly claim to be 'sustainable' for the reasons given in the article. What events such as the major flowers can do is give people ideas and advise on making their own gardens sustainable. That could be far more productive in the...
    I don't think any major event, horticultural or otherwise, can truly claim to be 'sustainable' for the reasons given in the article. What events such as the major flowers can do is give people ideas and advise on making their own gardens...
    I don't think any major event, horticultural or otherwise, can truly claim to be 'sustainable' for the reasons given in the article. What events such as the major flowers can do is give people...
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  13. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2024

    2, out of 4 Genovese courgettes, sown 24/4 are finally putting in a bashful appearance. Replacements, Tarmino, sown 8/5 are also through. One door to the greenhouse is permanently open now -...
    2, out of 4 Genovese courgettes, sown 24/4 are finally putting in a bashful appearance. Replacements, Tarmino, sown 8/5 are also through. One door to the greenhouse is permanently open now - though gated to prevent dog ingress! Our old dog has lost the plot and would eat tomato plants - I know,...
    2, out of 4 Genovese courgettes, sown 24/4 are finally putting in a bashful appearance. Replacements, Tarmino, sown 8/5 are also through. One door to the greenhouse is permanently open now - though gated to prevent dog ingress! Our old dog has...
    2, out of 4 Genovese courgettes, sown 24/4 are finally putting in a bashful appearance. Replacements, Tarmino, sown 8/5 are also through. One door to the greenhouse is permanently open now -...
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  14. Tabather

    May planting out

    I have just hung out my hanging baskets. Should I be safe from frost now?. I am 5-6 miles in from the coast. Also please may I have advice on when I can plant out my climbing French beans,...
    I have just hung out my hanging baskets. Should I be safe from frost now?. I am 5-6 miles in from the coast. Also please may I have advice on when I can plant out my climbing French beans, courgettes, butternut squash, cucumbers, hanging cherry tom baskets? Thankyou
    I have just hung out my hanging baskets. Should I be safe from frost now?. I am 5-6 miles in from the coast. Also please may I have advice on when I can plant out my climbing French beans, courgettes, butternut squash, cucumbers, hanging cherry...
    I have just hung out my hanging baskets. Should I be safe from frost now?. I am 5-6 miles in from the coast. Also please may I have advice on when I can plant out my climbing French beans,...
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  15. Busy-Lizzie

    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    You're welcome @RowlandsCastle! Just wish the trip (coach) had been a month later. Just for more colour. I imagine it'll be quite spectacular later in the year. The castle itself is glorious,...
    You're welcome @RowlandsCastle! Just wish the trip (coach) had been a month later. Just for more colour. I imagine it'll be quite spectacular later in the year. The castle itself is glorious, only complaint would be the low light level inside. Understandable of course!
    You're welcome @RowlandsCastle! Just wish the trip (coach) had been a month later. Just for more colour. I imagine it'll be quite spectacular later in the year. The castle itself is glorious, only complaint would be the low light level inside. ...
    You're welcome @RowlandsCastle! Just wish the trip (coach) had been a month later. Just for more colour. I imagine it'll be quite spectacular later in the year. The castle itself is glorious,...
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  16. Kevin Cowans

    How to Sharpen a Curved Gardening Knife

    There is a little sharper, with a titanium piece and a cone shaped diamond file. I am not sure of the rules for reccomendations / advertising on this site but I can name it if allowed. You...
    There is a little sharper, with a titanium piece and a cone shaped diamond file. I am not sure of the rules for reccomendations / advertising on this site but I can name it if allowed. You can get a basic edge with the titanium block, and then a final edge with the diamond file.
    There is a little sharper, with a titanium piece and a cone shaped diamond file. I am not sure of the rules for reccomendations / advertising on this site but I can name it if allowed. You can get a basic edge with the titanium block, and...
    There is a little sharper, with a titanium piece and a cone shaped diamond file. I am not sure of the rules for reccomendations / advertising on this site but I can name it if allowed. You...
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  17. wiseowl
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    Members Roses 2024

    Pestilence season is upon us. Squadrons of sawfly in the air here, and I’ve just dispatched my first lily beetle
    Pestilence season is upon us. Squadrons of sawfly in the air here, and I’ve just dispatched my first lily beetle
    Pestilence season is upon us. Squadrons of sawfly in the air here, and I’ve just dispatched my first lily beetle
    Pestilence season is upon us. Squadrons of sawfly in the air here, and I’ve just dispatched my first lily beetle
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  18. kindredspirit
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    Alpines. Piccies of

    Erinus alpinus growing in Derbyshire tufa.(40" round concrete trough).
    Erinus alpinus growing in Derbyshire tufa.(40" round concrete trough).
    Erinus alpinus growing in Derbyshire tufa.(40" round concrete trough).
    Erinus alpinus growing in Derbyshire tufa.(40" round concrete trough).
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  19. JWK
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    Seed sowing 2024

    Like your idea Renn worth a try let us know the results . Only the other day my OH was a bit Having found 3 Jacobs Ladders in 9cm pots with their heads bitten off .
    Like your idea Renn worth a try let us know the results . Only the other day my OH was a bit Having found 3 Jacobs Ladders in 9cm pots with their heads bitten off .
    Like your idea Renn worth a try let us know the results . Only the other day my OH was a bit Having found 3 Jacobs Ladders in 9cm pots with their heads bitten off .
    Like your idea Renn worth a try let us know the results . Only the other day my OH was a bit Having found 3 Jacobs Ladders in 9cm pots with their heads bitten off .
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  20. David K
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    Sweet Peas:

    I sowed mine in autumn and managed to successfully overwintered some sweet peas for the first time. Still to decide whether it's worth it.They've been planted outside since March as they toughed...
    I sowed mine in autumn and managed to successfully overwintered some sweet peas for the first time. Still to decide whether it's worth it.They've been planted outside since March as they toughed it out during the winter in an unheated blowaway plastic mini greenhouse. They're about 1.2m tall...
    I sowed mine in autumn and managed to successfully overwintered some sweet peas for the first time. Still to decide whether it's worth it.They've been planted outside since March as they toughed it out during the winter in an unheated blowaway...
    I sowed mine in autumn and managed to successfully overwintered some sweet peas for the first time. Still to decide whether it's worth it.They've been planted outside since March as they toughed...
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