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What are we doing in the garden 2024
Weeding the lawn, oh, what a toil and trouble! Cut the grass and did general maintenance. We'll move out in about a month or two so I want to make the garden less of a "Gaaahhh!!!! A labour...
Weeding the lawn, oh, what a toil and trouble! Cut the grass and did general maintenance. We'll move out in about a month or two so I want to make the garden less of a "Gaaahhh!!!! A labour camp!!!" and more into a "Gosh, I'll cut the grass and then the trampoline can go there" kind of a...
Weeding the lawn, oh, what a toil and trouble! Cut the grass and did general maintenance. We'll move out in about a month or two so I want to make the garden less of a "Gaaahhh!!!! A labour camp!!!" and more into a "Gosh, I'll cut the grass...
Weeding the lawn, oh, what a toil and trouble! Cut the grass and did general maintenance. We'll move out in about a month or two so I want to make the garden less of a "Gaaahhh!!!! A labour...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 108 109 110
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Selleri
May 18, 2024 at 9:29 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
Speaking of beans … it looks as if we’ll be eating our first picking of broad beans very soon. We’ll be having some of the bean tops steamed, with our roast lamb tomorrow yum
Speaking of beans … it looks as if we’ll be eating our first picking of broad beans very soon. We’ll be having some of the bean tops steamed, with our roast lamb tomorrow yum
Speaking of beans … it looks as if we’ll be eating our first picking of broad beans very soon. We’ll be having some of the bean tops steamed, with our roast lamb tomorrow yum
Speaking of beans … it looks as if we’ll be eating our first picking of broad beans very soon. We’ll be having some of the bean tops steamed, with our roast lamb tomorrow yum
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 225 226 227
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Dovefromabove
May 18, 2024 at 9:23 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2023/24
I now identify as both an apple and a pear. Yes, I’m non-bananary.
I now identify as both an apple and a pear. Yes, I’m non-bananary.
I now identify as both an apple and a pear. Yes, I’m non-bananary.
I now identify as both an apple and a pear. Yes, I’m non-bananary.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, The Muppet Show ... 104 105 106
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noisette47
May 18, 2024 at 9:17 PM
Anyone know what type of tree this is?
Mayflower, or Hawthorn. There are loads of varieties and all of them are lovely Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) - Woodland Trust
Mayflower, or Hawthorn. There are loads of varieties and all of them are lovely Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) - Woodland Trust
Mayflower, or Hawthorn. There are loads of varieties and all of them are lovely Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) - Woodland Trust
Mayflower, or Hawthorn. There are loads of varieties and all of them are lovely Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) - Woodland Trust
Grays, May 18, 2024 at 4:47 PM, Trees
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Selleri
May 18, 2024 at 9:12 PM
Recovery of Carers Allowance overpayments
This isn't a party political point, as the system has been the same for decades. I think one of the underlying problems with entitlement to means tested benefits is that entitlement falls off a...
This isn't a party political point, as the system has been the same for decades. I think one of the underlying problems with entitlement to means tested benefits is that entitlement falls off a cliff edge rather than tapering to zero. Earn £x and you are entitled to the full amount, but earn 1...
This isn't a party political point, as the system has been the same for decades. I think one of the underlying problems with entitlement to means tested benefits is that entitlement falls off a cliff edge rather than tapering to zero. Earn £x...
This isn't a party political point, as the system has been the same for decades. I think one of the underlying problems with entitlement to means tested benefits is that entitlement falls off a...
KT53, May 18, 2024 at 9:07 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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KT53
May 18, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
I love those enormous knobbly yew hedges at Powis. We went there years ago with our NDH group from college.My trip on Wednesday was in Ireland, so not something everyone on here can copy,...
I love those enormous knobbly yew hedges at Powis. We went there years ago with our NDH group from college.My trip on Wednesday was in Ireland, so not something everyone on here can copy, sadly. It was to Coole Park, in County Galway; it's a thousand-acre nature reserve in the karst...
I love those enormous knobbly yew hedges at Powis. We went there years ago with our NDH group from college.My trip on Wednesday was in Ireland, so not something everyone on here can copy, sadly. It was to Coole Park, in County Galway; it's a...
I love those enormous knobbly yew hedges at Powis. We went there years ago with our NDH group from college.My trip on Wednesday was in Ireland, so not something everyone on here can copy,...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 2 3
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Liriodendron
May 18, 2024 at 9:03 PM
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Whats Looking good May 2024
I’m never any good at picking out individual flowers or plants for praise but having tidied up the potting area of the garden I turned to this view and decided it looked good enough for a photo.
I’m never any good at picking out individual flowers or plants for praise but having tidied up the potting area of the garden I turned to this view and decided it looked good enough for a photo.
I’m never any good at picking out individual flowers or plants for praise but having tidied up the potting area of the garden I turned to this view and decided it looked good enough for a photo.
I’m never any good at picking out individual flowers or plants for praise but having tidied up the potting area of the garden I turned to this view and decided it looked good enough for a photo.

wiseowl, May 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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latimer
May 18, 2024 at 9:02 PM
How are Brits perceived abroad?
'Influencers' need to be taken out an shot (metaphorically speaking) and those gullible enough to buy into their claptrap should go with them.
'Influencers' need to be taken out an shot (metaphorically speaking) and those gullible enough to buy into their claptrap should go with them.
'Influencers' need to be taken out an shot (metaphorically speaking) and those gullible enough to buy into their claptrap should go with them.
'Influencers' need to be taken out an shot (metaphorically speaking) and those gullible enough to buy into their claptrap should go with them.
Clueless 1 v2, May 16, 2024 at 7:42 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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KT53
May 18, 2024 at 8:56 PM
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Should supermarkets be banned from selling plants
As Britain is fast becoming a third world country I can't see how this first second or third business fits in, its just a waste, end of.
As Britain is fast becoming a third world country I can't see how this first second or third business fits in, its just a waste, end of.
As Britain is fast becoming a third world country I can't see how this first second or third business fits in, its just a waste, end of.
As Britain is fast becoming a third world country I can't see how this first second or third business fits in, its just a waste, end of.
gks, May 17, 2024 at 10:11 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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pete
May 18, 2024 at 8:48 PM
Lavender parasite
Agree - they seem harmless to the Lavender.
Agree - they seem harmless to the Lavender.
Agree - they seem harmless to the Lavender.
Agree - they seem harmless to the Lavender.
Javidr, May 18, 2024 at 1:00 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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AuntyRach
May 18, 2024 at 8:39 PM
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MAY PHOTO COMPETITION 2024
Raindrops on......Stargazer lily
Raindrops on......Stargazer lily
Raindrops on......Stargazer lily
Raindrops on......Stargazer lily

shiney, May 1, 2024, Photo Competitions ... 2 3
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smallkernowgarden
May 18, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Planning and Planting a Border - What Do You Do?
I am a buy a plant and find it a space gardener. Whenever I have tried to follow the rules and plant in groups of 3, one always dies or at least only grows to half the size of the other two. With...
I am a buy a plant and find it a space gardener. Whenever I have tried to follow the rules and plant in groups of 3, one always dies or at least only grows to half the size of the other two. With repeat planting I find that the repeated plants don't all flower at the same time. It's probably my...
I am a buy a plant and find it a space gardener. Whenever I have tried to follow the rules and plant in groups of 3, one always dies or at least only grows to half the size of the other two. With repeat planting I find that the repeated plants...
I am a buy a plant and find it a space gardener. Whenever I have tried to follow the rules and plant in groups of 3, one always dies or at least only grows to half the size of the other two. With...
Plantminded, May 18, 2024 at 11:11 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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katecat58
May 18, 2024 at 8:14 PM
any tips on what i should do with this
Yes, you should leave the leaves, because they are manufacturing food for your tree so it may flower next spring, if you're lucky. However, the two little shoots growing from the base of the...
Yes, you should leave the leaves, because they are manufacturing food for your tree so it may flower next spring, if you're lucky. However, the two little shoots growing from the base of the plant may be suckers from the roots. You need to remove those so they don't take goodness away from...
Yes, you should leave the leaves, because they are manufacturing food for your tree so it may flower next spring, if you're lucky. However, the two little shoots growing from the base of the plant may be suckers from the roots. You need to...
Yes, you should leave the leaves, because they are manufacturing food for your tree so it may flower next spring, if you're lucky. However, the two little shoots growing from the base of the...
hi2u_uk, May 18, 2024 at 2:14 PM, Container Gardening
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Liriodendron
May 18, 2024 at 8:09 PM
Can you put mulch such as grass cuttings underneath weed control fabric?
Ok. Thanks for your response and apologies for delay in reading it
Ok. Thanks for your response and apologies for delay in reading it
Ok. Thanks for your response and apologies for delay in reading it
Ok. Thanks for your response and apologies for delay in reading it
Daalamist, May 11, 2024, NEW Gardeners !
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Daalamist
May 18, 2024 at 8:03 PM
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An Algarve Garden 2024
Thank you Sweetie and hi xx. Yes, there are spikes that poke up out of the posts that the ballustrade fits onto. Therefore, you can balance a pot by placing the hole over the spike. Make...
Thank you Sweetie and hi xx. Yes, there are spikes that poke up out of the posts that the ballustrade fits onto. Therefore, you can balance a pot by placing the hole over the spike. Make sense?Putting new pictures up tomorrow.
Thank you Sweetie and hi xx. Yes, there are spikes that poke up out of the posts that the ballustrade fits onto. Therefore, you can balance a pot by placing the hole over the spike. Make sense?Putting new pictures up tomorrow.
Thank you Sweetie and hi xx. Yes, there are spikes that poke up out of the posts that the ballustrade fits onto. Therefore, you can balance a pot by placing the hole over the spike. Make...
Victoria, Jan 14, 2024, Members Gallery ... 4 5 6
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Victoria
May 18, 2024 at 8:02 PM
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Whats your weather like May 2024
High was 22,7c now 19,2c. Sat in The Jungle Room for two hours, wonderful because it was brisky windy.
High was 22,7c now 19,2c. Sat in The Jungle Room for two hours, wonderful because it was brisky windy.
High was 22,7c now 19,2c. Sat in The Jungle Room for two hours, wonderful because it was brisky windy.
High was 22,7c now 19,2c. Sat in The Jungle Room for two hours, wonderful because it was brisky windy.
wiseowl, May 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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Victoria
May 18, 2024 at 7:47 PM
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Show us your purchases 2024
It is a shame @On the Levels that hubby wants the current one down as it shades our front room and we can't see the front garden from the window. Maybe he won't get round to it! It does have tatty...
It is a shame @On the Levels that hubby wants the current one down as it shades our front room and we can't see the front garden from the window. Maybe he won't get round to it! It does have tatty leaves at the bottom, because of wind. But people do comment on it.I have just tried to load a...
It is a shame @On the Levels that hubby wants the current one down as it shades our front room and we can't see the front garden from the window. Maybe he won't get round to it! It does have tatty leaves at the bottom, because of wind. But people...
It is a shame @On the Levels that hubby wants the current one down as it shades our front room and we can't see the front garden from the window. Maybe he won't get round to it! It does have tatty...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 14 15 16
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cactus_girl
May 18, 2024 at 7:37 PM
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Members Roses 2024
Gentle Hermione is glowing
Gentle Hermione is glowing
Gentle Hermione is glowing
Gentle Hermione is glowing

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, Roses ... 8 9 10
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Jess91
May 18, 2024 at 7:32 PM
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Close-ups of flowers
It’s a cutting from last year’s plant, @Papi Jo. Thank you.
It’s a cutting from last year’s plant, @Papi Jo. Thank you.
It’s a cutting from last year’s plant, @Papi Jo. Thank you.
It’s a cutting from last year’s plant, @Papi Jo. Thank you.
Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 28 29 30
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pitter-patter
May 18, 2024 at 7:08 PM
Too many squash and not enough bed!
I suggest you get a sheet of that rusty mesh that builders use for reinforcing concrete. It makes great trellis. In your case, I would bend it into an upside down U and then attach it to two...
I suggest you get a sheet of that rusty mesh that builders use for reinforcing concrete. It makes great trellis. In your case, I would bend it into an upside down U and then attach it to two opposite sides of your bed. You can then tie the stems to grow up the mesh and use old tights or...
I suggest you get a sheet of that rusty mesh that builders use for reinforcing concrete. It makes great trellis. In your case, I would bend it into an upside down U and then attach it to two opposite sides of your bed. You can then tie the...
I suggest you get a sheet of that rusty mesh that builders use for reinforcing concrete. It makes great trellis. In your case, I would bend it into an upside down U and then attach it to two...
Tufty, May 18, 2024 at 1:10 PM, Edible Gardening
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Obelix-Vendée
May 18, 2024 at 6:11 PM

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