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  1. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2024

    I haven't even started weeding the vegetable garden, it's still so wet.@pete a few years ago I tried main crop potatoes again in Dordogne and they were absolutely decimated by Colorado beetles.
    I haven't even started weeding the vegetable garden, it's still so wet.@pete a few years ago I tried main crop potatoes again in Dordogne and they were absolutely decimated by Colorado beetles.
    I haven't even started weeding the vegetable garden, it's still so wet.@pete a few years ago I tried main crop potatoes again in Dordogne and they were absolutely decimated by Colorado beetles.
    I haven't even started weeding the vegetable garden, it's still so wet.@pete a few years ago I tried main crop potatoes again in Dordogne and they were absolutely decimated by Colorado beetles.
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  2. wiseowl
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    What's looking good MARCH 2024

    I couldn’t resist buying some similar tulips when I saw them carpeting the ground beneath silver birches at Anglesey Abbey. They looked lovely growing through a short erysimum, but vanished after...
    I couldn’t resist buying some similar tulips when I saw them carpeting the ground beneath silver birches at Anglesey Abbey. They looked lovely growing through a short erysimum, but vanished after a couple of years
    I couldn’t resist buying some similar tulips when I saw them carpeting the ground beneath silver birches at Anglesey Abbey. They looked lovely growing through a short erysimum, but vanished after a couple of years
    I couldn’t resist buying some similar tulips when I saw them carpeting the ground beneath silver birches at Anglesey Abbey. They looked lovely growing through a short erysimum, but vanished after...
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  3. Jenny_Aster

    Converting a Wheelie Bin to Compost Bin

    I tried it a few years ago I was going to try and get liquid feed from it.I did a bit of a half hearted bodge job really, but I might resurrect the idea after reading this, thanks.I...
    I tried it a few years ago I was going to try and get liquid feed from it.I did a bit of a half hearted bodge job really, but I might resurrect the idea after reading this, thanks.I eventually had to move mine into shade under the trees because it was getting too hot, its still there
    I tried it a few years ago I was going to try and get liquid feed from it.I did a bit of a half hearted bodge job really, but I might resurrect the idea after reading this, thanks.I eventually had to move mine into shade under the trees...
    I tried it a few years ago I was going to try and get liquid feed from it.I did a bit of a half hearted bodge job really, but I might resurrect the idea after reading this, thanks.I...
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  4. CostasK

    Crab apple tree lost its leader

    I'd cut it back to an upward pointing branch and stake that upright. It will take over the leading role
    I'd cut it back to an upward pointing branch and stake that upright. It will take over the leading role
    I'd cut it back to an upward pointing branch and stake that upright. It will take over the leading role
    I'd cut it back to an upward pointing branch and stake that upright. It will take over the leading role
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  5. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    Morning all.I had thought of going to the weekly market but it's raining so maybe not. I'll see what it's doing after breakfast.My back is still aching though I haven't done anything strenuous...
    Morning all.I had thought of going to the weekly market but it's raining so maybe not. I'll see what it's doing after breakfast.My back is still aching though I haven't done anything strenuous over the last few days. There is a lot that I want to do in the garden but it's just too wet. My...
    Morning all.I had thought of going to the weekly market but it's raining so maybe not. I'll see what it's doing after breakfast.My back is still aching though I haven't done anything strenuous over the last few days. There is a lot that I...
    Morning all.I had thought of going to the weekly market but it's raining so maybe not. I'll see what it's doing after breakfast.My back is still aching though I haven't done anything strenuous...
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  6. PJA190
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    Slow and steady - Beginner :-)

    The unknown shrub in 'J' is a Cytisus - broom. The plants all seem to be leaning a bit - presumably to get more light. Brooms certainly like a good bit of sun/light, and they're happy in poorer...
    The unknown shrub in 'J' is a Cytisus - broom. The plants all seem to be leaning a bit - presumably to get more light. Brooms certainly like a good bit of sun/light, and they're happy in poorer soil. There seems to be another tree in there - to the far right - what is that? There might be too...
    The unknown shrub in 'J' is a Cytisus - broom. The plants all seem to be leaning a bit - presumably to get more light. Brooms certainly like a good bit of sun/light, and they're happy in poorer soil. There seems to be another tree in there - to...
    The unknown shrub in 'J' is a Cytisus - broom. The plants all seem to be leaning a bit - presumably to get more light. Brooms certainly like a good bit of sun/light, and they're happy in poorer...
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  7. Fat Controller
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    Miracle Gro MPC - avoid!

    I've had quite good results in Norfolk with a compost called Erin and it wasn't very expensive. I used to like Miracle Grow when it had peat in it. I use the coarse compost for mulching.I worry...
    I've had quite good results in Norfolk with a compost called Erin and it wasn't very expensive. I used to like Miracle Grow when it had peat in it. I use the coarse compost for mulching.I worry about coir and that natural forests have been cut down to make way for palm trees, then there is the...
    I've had quite good results in Norfolk with a compost called Erin and it wasn't very expensive. I used to like Miracle Grow when it had peat in it. I use the coarse compost for mulching.I worry about coir and that natural forests have been cut...
    I've had quite good results in Norfolk with a compost called Erin and it wasn't very expensive. I used to like Miracle Grow when it had peat in it. I use the coarse compost for mulching.I worry...
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  8. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2024 ?

    They can look a bit odd at times @simone_in_wiltshire :biggrin: 'My' magpies are still determined to use bits of blackthorn for their nests. Sigh... The bits are there temporarily to protect the new...
    They can look a bit odd at times @simone_in_wiltshire :biggrin: 'My' magpies are still determined to use bits of blackthorn for their nests. Sigh... The bits are there temporarily to protect the new hedging I've put in, and they just keep pulling them out to check them.All the blackthorn is coming...
    They can look a bit odd at times @simone_in_wiltshire :biggrin: 'My' magpies are still determined to use bits of blackthorn for their nests. Sigh... The bits are there temporarily to protect the new hedging I've put in, and they just keep pulling them...
    They can look a bit odd at times @simone_in_wiltshire :biggrin: 'My' magpies are still determined to use bits of blackthorn for their nests. Sigh... The bits are there temporarily to protect the new...
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  9. wiseowl
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    Informative x 4

    What's your weather like MARCH 2024

    6c was raining now bright
    6c was raining now bright
    6c was raining now bright
    6c was raining now bright
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  10. Escarpment
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    Lunchtime Fox

    I've decided to call her "Rena", which means "fox"! Apparently "Lisa" does too (Russian origins)
    I've decided to call her "Rena", which means "fox"! Apparently "Lisa" does too (Russian origins)
    I've decided to call her "Rena", which means "fox"! Apparently "Lisa" does too (Russian origins)
    I've decided to call her "Rena", which means "fox"! Apparently "Lisa" does too (Russian origins)
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  11. pattie

    how to grow herbs

    I got mine in Morrisons, in the "growing herbs" part of the fruit and veg aisle. I'm not sure they always have it though. You just need to look at the herbs each time you are shopping.I also got...
    I got mine in Morrisons, in the "growing herbs" part of the fruit and veg aisle. I'm not sure they always have it though. You just need to look at the herbs each time you are shopping.I also got a fab rosemary from Asda, again in the fruit and veg, very big and healthy. I shall get coriander...
    I got mine in Morrisons, in the "growing herbs" part of the fruit and veg aisle. I'm not sure they always have it though. You just need to look at the herbs each time you are shopping.I also got a fab rosemary from Asda, again in the fruit and...
    I got mine in Morrisons, in the "growing herbs" part of the fruit and veg aisle. I'm not sure they always have it though. You just need to look at the herbs each time you are shopping.I also got...
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  12. wiseowl
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  13. Alisa

    Rat proofing composter

    Maybe your compost is too dry? Try watering it every now and again - I've read it should be like a moist sponge, and that's not comfortable for rodents.
    Maybe your compost is too dry? Try watering it every now and again - I've read it should be like a moist sponge, and that's not comfortable for rodents.
    Maybe your compost is too dry? Try watering it every now and again - I've read it should be like a moist sponge, and that's not comfortable for rodents.
    Maybe your compost is too dry? Try watering it every now and again - I've read it should be like a moist sponge, and that's not comfortable for rodents.
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  14. wiseowl
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    Currently Listening To 2023/24

    Everyone loves a bit o' Glenn.
    Everyone loves a bit o' Glenn.
    Everyone loves a bit o' Glenn.
    Everyone loves a bit o' Glenn.
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  15. OwdPotter
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    OwdPotter's new rose garden

    Aside from a spectacular Rhododendron display in May, the top garden colour scheme is essentially defined by evergreen foliage and the reds, deep pinks and purples of autumnal blooms.To...
    Aside from a spectacular Rhododendron display in May, the top garden colour scheme is essentially defined by evergreen foliage and the reds, deep pinks and purples of autumnal blooms.To supplement this palatte, I have added the following roses:Munstead Wood. Existing plant relocated from...
    Aside from a spectacular Rhododendron display in May, the top garden colour scheme is essentially defined by evergreen foliage and the reds, deep pinks and purples of autumnal blooms.To supplement this palatte, I have added the following...
    Aside from a spectacular Rhododendron display in May, the top garden colour scheme is essentially defined by evergreen foliage and the reds, deep pinks and purples of autumnal blooms.To...
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  16. Didyw
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    Hello - migrant from Gardeners World!

    Morning everyone. Still fine here, but only 29c.
    Morning everyone. Still fine here, but only 29c.
    Morning everyone. Still fine here, but only 29c.
    Morning everyone. Still fine here, but only 29c.
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  17. JWK
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    What are we doing in the garden 2024

    It's a dogwould. They stop growing after a few years and they never need repotting.What a cutie! :imphrt:
    It's a dogwould. They stop growing after a few years and they never need repotting.What a cutie! :imphrt:
    It's a dogwould. They stop growing after a few years and they never need repotting.What a cutie! :imphrt:
    It's a dogwould. They stop growing after a few years and they never need repotting.What a cutie! :imphrt:
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  18. Fof

    Orchid advice. please

    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
    You need to put in on a gravel tray so that when you spray/water with rain water this will increase the humidity.
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  19. trogre

    Trail/Wildlife Camera

    That's the one my wife recently bought. Not put it outside yet though, we started testing it inside and found it fascinating watching our cat's nightly routine as he lets himself out the catflap...
    That's the one my wife recently bought. Not put it outside yet though, we started testing it inside and found it fascinating watching our cat's nightly routine as he lets himself out the catflap and then returns just before daybreak. Well pleased with it so far. The batteries seem to last for...
    That's the one my wife recently bought. Not put it outside yet though, we started testing it inside and found it fascinating watching our cat's nightly routine as he lets himself out the catflap and then returns just before daybreak. Well pleased...
    That's the one my wife recently bought. Not put it outside yet though, we started testing it inside and found it fascinating watching our cat's nightly routine as he lets himself out the catflap...
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  20. Fof

    Dendrobium kingianum

    Ours have been in flower for some months now. They do take time to reach flowering size. Ours are indoors in a laundry room and are misted often.
    Ours have been in flower for some months now. They do take time to reach flowering size. Ours are indoors in a laundry room and are misted often.
    Ours have been in flower for some months now. They do take time to reach flowering size. Ours are indoors in a laundry room and are misted often.
    Ours have been in flower for some months now. They do take time to reach flowering size. Ours are indoors in a laundry room and are misted often.
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