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Latest Moan From You and Me 2024
I can remember being a school in the 60s, and every year we had a charity that we collected for, Biafra is the first one that springs to mind, floods in Bangladesh, its nothing new, its just the...
I can remember being a school in the 60s, and every year we had a charity that we collected for, Biafra is the first one that springs to mind, floods in Bangladesh, its nothing new, its just the media never spotlighted it like they do now.Those places have been having wars and famines since...
I can remember being a school in the 60s, and every year we had a charity that we collected for, Biafra is the first one that springs to mind, floods in Bangladesh, its nothing new, its just the media never spotlighted it like they do now....
I can remember being a school in the 60s, and every year we had a charity that we collected for, Biafra is the first one that springs to mind, floods in Bangladesh, its nothing new, its just the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 143 144 145
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pete
Jun 17, 2024 at 5:10 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
Early sign out today. Quiz match tonight so I better prod the brain cells and wake them up. Enjoy your evenings and I'll catch you tomorrow.
Early sign out today. Quiz match tonight so I better prod the brain cells and wake them up. Enjoy your evenings and I'll catch you tomorrow.
Early sign out today. Quiz match tonight so I better prod the brain cells and wake them up. Enjoy your evenings and I'll catch you tomorrow.
Early sign out today. Quiz match tonight so I better prod the brain cells and wake them up. Enjoy your evenings and I'll catch you tomorrow.

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 277 278 279
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Ladybird4
Jun 17, 2024 at 5:08 PM
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Whats your weather like June 2024
It was sunny and then the clouds built up late morning, but since then the wind has got lighter and more sunshine, its felt almost like summer. 23c.
It was sunny and then the clouds built up late morning, but since then the wind has got lighter and more sunshine, its felt almost like summer. 23c.
It was sunny and then the clouds built up late morning, but since then the wind has got lighter and more sunshine, its felt almost like summer. 23c.
It was sunny and then the clouds built up late morning, but since then the wind has got lighter and more sunshine, its felt almost like summer. 23c.
wiseowl, Jun 4, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 20 21 22
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pete
Jun 17, 2024 at 5:04 PM
Read this label
I will take a picture when the plant has recovered from being dug out from under a shrub.
I will take a picture when the plant has recovered from being dug out from under a shrub.
I will take a picture when the plant has recovered from being dug out from under a shrub.
I will take a picture when the plant has recovered from being dug out from under a shrub.
Palustris, Jun 17, 2024 at 3:27 PM, Identification Area
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Palustris
Jun 17, 2024 at 4:51 PM
Some general help with seedlings please
I use low fertility, sieved seed compost for germinating plants but once the first pair of true leaves is thru I get them pricked out into compost with some nutrients in it. I do all this in the...
I use low fertility, sieved seed compost for germinating plants but once the first pair of true leaves is thru I get them pricked out into compost with some nutrients in it. I do all this in the polytunnel except for tomatoes, chillies and squashes which get started on heat mats indoors.Even...
I use low fertility, sieved seed compost for germinating plants but once the first pair of true leaves is thru I get them pricked out into compost with some nutrients in it. I do all this in the polytunnel except for tomatoes, chillies and...
I use low fertility, sieved seed compost for germinating plants but once the first pair of true leaves is thru I get them pricked out into compost with some nutrients in it. I do all this in the...
latimer, Jun 16, 2024 at 6:41 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Obelix-Vendée
Jun 17, 2024 at 4:34 PM
Rookie Sparrows
Our youngsters are very fond of any yellow flowers. First went the yellow Crocuses, then it was the Cucamelons.They don't dare to touch Toms though.Personally I believe they just think it's...
Our youngsters are very fond of any yellow flowers. First went the yellow Crocuses, then it was the Cucamelons.They don't dare to touch Toms though.Personally I believe they just think it's fun.
Our youngsters are very fond of any yellow flowers. First went the yellow Crocuses, then it was the Cucamelons.They don't dare to touch Toms though.Personally I believe they just think it's fun.
Our youngsters are very fond of any yellow flowers. First went the yellow Crocuses, then it was the Cucamelons.They don't dare to touch Toms though.Personally I believe they just think it's...
BB3, Jun 11, 2024 at 11:10 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Selleri
Jun 17, 2024 at 3:56 PM
Night Squeaker
It’s great that we have had a number of owls in both the last two places we have lived. Mainly Scops in the last place and mostly Tawny and Barn owls here. Sound like a Tawny to me as well. Xeno...
It’s great that we have had a number of owls in both the last two places we have lived. Mainly Scops in the last place and mostly Tawny and Barn owls here. Sound like a Tawny to me as well. Xeno here is a good site to hear their different calls.
It’s great that we have had a number of owls in both the last two places we have lived. Mainly Scops in the last place and mostly Tawny and Barn owls here. Sound like a Tawny to me as well. Xeno here is a good site to hear their different calls.
It’s great that we have had a number of owls in both the last two places we have lived. Mainly Scops in the last place and mostly Tawny and Barn owls here. Sound like a Tawny to me as well. Xeno...
Adam I, Jun 17, 2024 at 2:59 AM, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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DiggersJo
Jun 17, 2024 at 3:32 PM
Fast growing, unknown plant
If it is a philadelphus don’t cut it back .. hopefully you’ll get beautiful strongly scented blooms in the early summer
If it is a philadelphus don’t cut it back .. hopefully you’ll get beautiful strongly scented blooms in the early summer
If it is a philadelphus don’t cut it back .. hopefully you’ll get beautiful strongly scented blooms in the early summer
If it is a philadelphus don’t cut it back .. hopefully you’ll get beautiful strongly scented blooms in the early summer
sandhun, Jun 17, 2024 at 9:37 AM, Identification Area
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Dovefromabove
Jun 17, 2024 at 2:31 PM
Wool pots
I'm not sure whether I want wool insulation in my roof, what about moths and other vermin?
I'm not sure whether I want wool insulation in my roof, what about moths and other vermin?
I'm not sure whether I want wool insulation in my roof, what about moths and other vermin?
I'm not sure whether I want wool insulation in my roof, what about moths and other vermin?
Debs64, Jun 17, 2024 at 9:35 AM, Gardening Discussions
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Baalmaiden
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Pots on pots!
Some garden centres give away used pots, they are usually in a container tucked away somewhere. My Community garden also has a used pot box. Failing that I have used cut off milk bottles, big...
Some garden centres give away used pots, they are usually in a container tucked away somewhere. My Community garden also has a used pot box. Failing that I have used cut off milk bottles, big yogurt pots, big tins and fertilizer buckets to grow plants in. You can make holes in the bottom of them...
Some garden centres give away used pots, they are usually in a container tucked away somewhere. My Community garden also has a used pot box. Failing that I have used cut off milk bottles, big yogurt pots, big tins and fertilizer buckets to grow...
Some garden centres give away used pots, they are usually in a container tucked away somewhere. My Community garden also has a used pot box. Failing that I have used cut off milk bottles, big...
pinkheart, Jun 16, 2024 at 9:42 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Baalmaiden
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:54 PM
Dianthus Sweetness from seed
Cotton wool balls, great for starting seeds off
Cotton wool balls, great for starting seeds off
Cotton wool balls, great for starting seeds off
Cotton wool balls, great for starting seeds off
Butterfly6, Jun 16, 2024 at 1:23 PM, Propagation This Month
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flounder
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:53 PM
Unknown growth in dead Myoporum
Leaves look wrong for the nightshades.
Leaves look wrong for the nightshades.
Leaves look wrong for the nightshades.
Leaves look wrong for the nightshades.
Victoria, Jun 17, 2024 at 10:18 AM, Identification Area
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On the Levels
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:44 PM
Shredder for conifers clippings?
Would depend on the future use envisaged but if you have just one batch of conifers, or you are 'reclaiming' a neglected garden, remember that you might usefully hire a small professional machine...
Would depend on the future use envisaged but if you have just one batch of conifers, or you are 'reclaiming' a neglected garden, remember that you might usefully hire a small professional machine ,such as this: Camon C5I 50MM Petrol Wood Chipper 59Kg | Speedy Hire It may well be cheaper than a...
Would depend on the future use envisaged but if you have just one batch of conifers, or you are 'reclaiming' a neglected garden, remember that you might usefully hire a small professional machine ,such as this: Camon C5I 50MM Petrol Wood Chipper...
Would depend on the future use envisaged but if you have just one batch of conifers, or you are 'reclaiming' a neglected garden, remember that you might usefully hire a small professional machine...
Foxwillow, Jun 16, 2024 at 9:46 AM, Tools And Equipment
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infradig
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:19 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2024
Weeded the next area in the veg patch. Had kept it covered with membrane that this time did work. Not too many weeds apart from the areas not covered. Then sowed some spinach and rhubarb chard....
Weeded the next area in the veg patch. Had kept it covered with membrane that this time did work. Not too many weeds apart from the areas not covered. Then sowed some spinach and rhubarb chard. Hopefully germination will be better than other veg seeds. Put some more supports up for the sweet...
Weeded the next area in the veg patch. Had kept it covered with membrane that this time did work. Not too many weeds apart from the areas not covered. Then sowed some spinach and rhubarb chard. Hopefully germination will be better than other veg...
Weeded the next area in the veg patch. Had kept it covered with membrane that this time did work. Not too many weeds apart from the areas not covered. Then sowed some spinach and rhubarb chard....
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 128 129 130
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On the Levels
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:06 PM
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Close-ups of flowers
As you can see I do love poppies.
As you can see I do love poppies.
As you can see I do love poppies.
As you can see I do love poppies.

Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 36 37 38
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On the Levels
Jun 17, 2024 at 1:01 PM
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Show us your purchases 2024
I ordered First Editons Gardenia Double 'Double Mint' from Italy on Monday the 10th and it arrived here Friday the 14th by UPS (£5 shipping) ...It has lots of buds and says it blooms...
I ordered First Editons Gardenia Double 'Double Mint' from Italy on Monday the 10th and it arrived here Friday the 14th by UPS (£5 shipping) ...It has lots of buds and says it blooms June-October.This is the third plant I have ordered from them, a Nandina 'Fire Power' and a First Editions...
I ordered First Editons Gardenia Double 'Double Mint' from Italy on Monday the 10th and it arrived here Friday the 14th by UPS (£5 shipping) ...It has lots of buds and says it blooms June-October.This is the third plant I have ordered from...
I ordered First Editons Gardenia Double 'Double Mint' from Italy on Monday the 10th and it arrived here Friday the 14th by UPS (£5 shipping) ...It has lots of buds and says it blooms...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 17 18 19
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Victoria
Jun 17, 2024 at 12:59 PM
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What's Looking Good In June 2024
It would probably be better to remove the flower bud, you want all the plants energy going into its roots.
It would probably be better to remove the flower bud, you want all the plants energy going into its roots.
It would probably be better to remove the flower bud, you want all the plants energy going into its roots.
It would probably be better to remove the flower bud, you want all the plants energy going into its roots.
NigelJ, Jun 2, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 7 8 9
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Punkdoc
Jun 17, 2024 at 12:24 PM
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Orchid Cactus ‘Clown’ (Epiphyllum hybrid)
It is growing quite fast ...This is the other Orchid cactus which got nibbled on with new growth ...These are blooms on the mother plant ...
It is growing quite fast ...This is the other Orchid cactus which got nibbled on with new growth ...These are blooms on the mother plant ...
It is growing quite fast ...This is the other Orchid cactus which got nibbled on with new growth ...These are blooms on the mother plant ...
It is growing quite fast ...This is the other Orchid cactus which got nibbled on with new growth ...These are blooms on the mother plant ...

Victoria, May 22, 2024, Cacti and Succulents
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Victoria
Jun 17, 2024 at 11:42 AM
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Tomato Growing 2024
They in a conservatory, so effectively a greenhouse. It is predominantly on the lower leaves but has started to affect the upper leaves now. There is only two plans next to them with some peppers...
They in a conservatory, so effectively a greenhouse. It is predominantly on the lower leaves but has started to affect the upper leaves now. There is only two plans next to them with some peppers to one side. The other tomato is fine at the moment but does have some curled leaves. Photo attached...
They in a conservatory, so effectively a greenhouse. It is predominantly on the lower leaves but has started to affect the upper leaves now. There is only two plans next to them with some peppers to one side. The other tomato is fine at the...
They in a conservatory, so effectively a greenhouse. It is predominantly on the lower leaves but has started to affect the upper leaves now. There is only two plans next to them with some peppers...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 54 55 56
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Rich_83
Jun 17, 2024 at 11:23 AM
Any Idea what this plant is
Lots of the willowherb tribe are annuals and pull up quite easily, but annoyingly, some of them look exactly like the annuals, but are perennial and spread by thick white roots. Rosebay...
Lots of the willowherb tribe are annuals and pull up quite easily, but annoyingly, some of them look exactly like the annuals, but are perennial and spread by thick white roots. Rosebay willowherb is one of the perennials. They all have an amazing ability to masquerade as something you love,...
Lots of the willowherb tribe are annuals and pull up quite easily, but annoyingly, some of them look exactly like the annuals, but are perennial and spread by thick white roots. Rosebay willowherb is one of the perennials. They all have an...
Lots of the willowherb tribe are annuals and pull up quite easily, but annoyingly, some of them look exactly like the annuals, but are perennial and spread by thick white roots. Rosebay...
Humberboy, Jun 14, 2024 at 8:24 PM, Identification Area ... 2
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Liriodendron
Jun 17, 2024 at 10:08 AM

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