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  1. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2024

    I need to restring the rafters in the greenhouse so the toms can be tied in. I used normal twine last year but obviously that's knackered now so have some 2mm nylon to try out
    I need to restring the rafters in the greenhouse so the toms can be tied in. I used normal twine last year but obviously that's knackered now so have some 2mm nylon to try out
    I need to restring the rafters in the greenhouse so the toms can be tied in. I used normal twine last year but obviously that's knackered now so have some 2mm nylon to try out
    I need to restring the rafters in the greenhouse so the toms can be tied in. I used normal twine last year but obviously that's knackered now so have some 2mm nylon to try out
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  2. JWK
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    Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2024

    Fingers crossed it won't be too long till the weather improves. Lots of new leaves are bursting out on the trees here, as though they have decided they can't wait any longer for sunshine and...
    Fingers crossed it won't be too long till the weather improves. Lots of new leaves are bursting out on the trees here, as though they have decided they can't wait any longer for sunshine and warmth so are just going for it regardless! All power to 'em!Impressed re your sofa covering. A...
    Fingers crossed it won't be too long till the weather improves. Lots of new leaves are bursting out on the trees here, as though they have decided they can't wait any longer for sunshine and warmth so are just going for it regardless! All power...
    Fingers crossed it won't be too long till the weather improves. Lots of new leaves are bursting out on the trees here, as though they have decided they can't wait any longer for sunshine and...
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  3. Ladybird4
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  4. Star gaze Lily
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    Words that get on your nerves

    They I was reading an article on the BBC News site. The article was about one person but he was referred to as 'they'. I had to read back in case I'd misunderstood the article. If a non-binary...
    They I was reading an article on the BBC News site. The article was about one person but he was referred to as 'they'. I had to read back in case I'd misunderstood the article. If a non-binary people wish to use a singular pronoun that is not gender-specific, they should invent a new word...
    They I was reading an article on the BBC News site. The article was about one person but he was referred to as 'they'. I had to read back in case I'd misunderstood the article. If a non-binary people wish to use a singular pronoun that is not...
    They I was reading an article on the BBC News site. The article was about one person but he was referred to as 'they'. I had to read back in case I'd misunderstood the article. If a non-binary...
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  5. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    @RowlandsCastle, I am guessing you have tried all the solutions shown on t'internet? I just had a casual glance a minute ago and there are almost as many suggestions as code possibilities. Another...
    @RowlandsCastle, I am guessing you have tried all the solutions shown on t'internet? I just had a casual glance a minute ago and there are almost as many suggestions as code possibilities. Another thought that crossed my mind was perhaps contacting the manufacturer of said key safe - assuming it...
    @RowlandsCastle, I am guessing you have tried all the solutions shown on t'internet? I just had a casual glance a minute ago and there are almost as many suggestions as code possibilities. Another thought that crossed my mind was perhaps...
    @RowlandsCastle, I am guessing you have tried all the solutions shown on t'internet? I just had a casual glance a minute ago and there are almost as many suggestions as code possibilities. Another...
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  6. shiney
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    What's your weather like APRIL 2024

    Cloudy today, and o'night low of 5 degrees, which is what it is just now [7.20am] and a predicted high of between 8 and 10, depending on which forecast is going to be more accurate. One says it's...
    Cloudy today, and o'night low of 5 degrees, which is what it is just now [7.20am] and a predicted high of between 8 and 10, depending on which forecast is going to be more accurate. One says it's going to be sunny, and one says not. Some light rain just nowYesterday got to 14 and it was sunny...
    Cloudy today, and o'night low of 5 degrees, which is what it is just now [7.20am] and a predicted high of between 8 and 10, depending on which forecast is going to be more accurate. One says it's going to be sunny, and one says not. Some light...
    Cloudy today, and o'night low of 5 degrees, which is what it is just now [7.20am] and a predicted high of between 8 and 10, depending on which forecast is going to be more accurate. One says it's...
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  7. Logan
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    Like x 4

    programmes to watch

    We’ve been watching Race across the World it’s the best programme on the TV at the moment (no quizzes to watch) and NO Celebrities just fun/friendly people young and old. Wednesday evening sorted...
    We’ve been watching Race across the World it’s the best programme on the TV at the moment (no quizzes to watch) and NO Celebrities just fun/friendly people young and old. Wednesday evening sorted after a day potting on 53 plants (Lychnis, ajuga, Tequila Sun acquilega ) .
    We’ve been watching Race across the World it’s the best programme on the TV at the moment (no quizzes to watch) and NO Celebrities just fun/friendly people young and old. Wednesday evening sorted after a day potting on 53 plants (Lychnis, ajuga,...
    We’ve been watching Race across the World it’s the best programme on the TV at the moment (no quizzes to watch) and NO Celebrities just fun/friendly people young and old. Wednesday evening sorted...
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  8. Pink678

    Is this little blossom tree dead?

    I agree that the scratch test isn't necessarily 100 % foolproof @Punkdoc , but it's a start. Bit like sending a patient for blood tests. I have to say it doesn't look good, but you never know. It...
    I agree that the scratch test isn't necessarily 100 % foolproof @Punkdoc , but it's a start. Bit like sending a patient for blood tests. I have to say it doesn't look good, but you never know. It always surprises me how things that look like they've carked it suddenly decide to give things...
    I agree that the scratch test isn't necessarily 100 % foolproof @Punkdoc , but it's a start. Bit like sending a patient for blood tests. I have to say it doesn't look good, but you never know. It always surprises me how things that look like...
    I agree that the scratch test isn't necessarily 100 % foolproof @Punkdoc , but it's a start. Bit like sending a patient for blood tests. I have to say it doesn't look good, but you never know. It...
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  9. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2024

    A few from my little walk yesterday up the 'hump' - Dumgoyne, at the distillery north of Glasgow, near Killearn.
    A few from my little walk yesterday up the 'hump' - Dumgoyne, at the distillery north of Glasgow, near Killearn.
    A few from my little walk yesterday up the 'hump' - Dumgoyne, at the distillery north of Glasgow, near Killearn.
    A few from my little walk yesterday up the 'hump' - Dumgoyne, at the distillery north of Glasgow, near Killearn.
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  10. wiseowl
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    Members Roses 2024

    Lovely, @noisette47, yours are a lot more in advance than mine.
    Lovely, @noisette47, yours are a lot more in advance than mine.
    Lovely, @noisette47, yours are a lot more in advance than mine.
    Lovely, @noisette47, yours are a lot more in advance than mine.
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  11. Nickoslesteros

    Magnolia woes

    Have you got some photos of the whole tree @Nickoslesteros? Some aesthetic damage is normal due to varying weather for example, especially if trees/shrubs come into growth early due to mild...
    Have you got some photos of the whole tree @Nickoslesteros? Some aesthetic damage is normal due to varying weather for example, especially if trees/shrubs come into growth early due to mild weather, and then it changes quickly, but there could be underlying long term problems, or it could...
    Have you got some photos of the whole tree @Nickoslesteros? Some aesthetic damage is normal due to varying weather for example, especially if trees/shrubs come into growth early due to mild weather, and then it changes quickly, but there could...
    Have you got some photos of the whole tree @Nickoslesteros? Some aesthetic damage is normal due to varying weather for example, especially if trees/shrubs come into growth early due to mild...
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  12. aspadora

    Is my Salix Integra doing ok?

    A cane isn't sturdy enough as the tree matures. It's easy to underestimate how top heavy that sort of specimen gets. If you stake it- you have to leave it there until the root system is properly...
    A cane isn't sturdy enough as the tree matures. It's easy to underestimate how top heavy that sort of specimen gets. If you stake it- you have to leave it there until the root system is properly established.
    A cane isn't sturdy enough as the tree matures. It's easy to underestimate how top heavy that sort of specimen gets. If you stake it- you have to leave it there until the root system is properly established.
    A cane isn't sturdy enough as the tree matures. It's easy to underestimate how top heavy that sort of specimen gets. If you stake it- you have to leave it there until the root system is properly...
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  13. wiseowl
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  14. Michael Hewett
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    Mike's Evolving Garden

    Yes - a nice level area around the cold frame makes it much safer @Michael Hewett. Look forward to seeing all the updates. Hope it goes well
    Yes - a nice level area around the cold frame makes it much safer @Michael Hewett. Look forward to seeing all the updates. Hope it goes well
    Yes - a nice level area around the cold frame makes it much safer @Michael Hewett. Look forward to seeing all the updates. Hope it goes well
    Yes - a nice level area around the cold frame makes it much safer @Michael Hewett. Look forward to seeing all the updates. Hope it goes well
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  15. Goldenlily26

    Oh Dear!

    The only thing that reliably keeps foxes out is electric fencing. The poultry growers/exhibitors up here have stated it on many occasions. Hope those ducklings make it We have a pair of mallards...
    The only thing that reliably keeps foxes out is electric fencing. The poultry growers/exhibitors up here have stated it on many occasions. Hope those ducklings make it We have a pair of mallards along the road - a good burn that flows along the back of woodland and then under our road, and...
    The only thing that reliably keeps foxes out is electric fencing. The poultry growers/exhibitors up here have stated it on many occasions. Hope those ducklings make it We have a pair of mallards along the road - a good burn that flows along the...
    The only thing that reliably keeps foxes out is electric fencing. The poultry growers/exhibitors up here have stated it on many occasions. Hope those ducklings make it We have a pair of mallards...
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  16. Dropmore

    Clematis Pinching

    I agree with @BobTG - cutting back properly encourages those new stems from below ground on the Group 2s and 3s. I can understand your reluctance @Dropmore , but it's better for the plant later...
    I agree with @BobTG - cutting back properly encourages those new stems from below ground on the Group 2s and 3s. I can understand your reluctance @Dropmore , but it's better for the plant later on, as it matures and strengthens up. If the plant you bought was a young one - ie from a supermarket...
    I agree with @BobTG - cutting back properly encourages those new stems from below ground on the Group 2s and 3s. I can understand your reluctance @Dropmore , but it's better for the plant later on, as it matures and strengthens up. If the plant...
    I agree with @BobTG - cutting back properly encourages those new stems from below ground on the Group 2s and 3s. I can understand your reluctance @Dropmore , but it's better for the plant later...
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  17. JWK
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2024

    I will be voting. If just one person votes, someone will get in. I'd rather it was someone of my choosing.I don't want to go through life thinking some idiot party got in because I failed to...
    I will be voting. If just one person votes, someone will get in. I'd rather it was someone of my choosing.I don't want to go through life thinking some idiot party got in because I failed to vote. I'd rather they got in because I DID vote for them.Some might think that I made an error, but...
    I will be voting. If just one person votes, someone will get in. I'd rather it was someone of my choosing.I don't want to go through life thinking some idiot party got in because I failed to vote. I'd rather they got in because I DID vote for...
    I will be voting. If just one person votes, someone will get in. I'd rather it was someone of my choosing.I don't want to go through life thinking some idiot party got in because I failed to...
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  18. Mrs Hillard
    Like x 6

    Members CLEMATIS 2024..

    Thank you your knowledge is impressive.
    Thank you your knowledge is impressive.
    Thank you your knowledge is impressive.
    Thank you your knowledge is impressive.
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  19. wiseowl
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    Currently Listening To 2023/24

    @Sheal One hit wonders the Walkers (really though they were superb), but not with this song, only Lorraine for me. Think Wiki here has it about right, but so many covered the amazing song! I just...
    @Sheal One hit wonders the Walkers (really though they were superb), but not with this song, only Lorraine for me. Think Wiki here has it about right, but so many covered the amazing song! I just noticed Steve Marriot did it and had a quick listen, one of the best singers ever, but need to...
    @Sheal One hit wonders the Walkers (really though they were superb), but not with this song, only Lorraine for me. Think Wiki here has it about right, but so many covered the amazing song! I just noticed Steve Marriot did it and had a quick...
    @Sheal One hit wonders the Walkers (really though they were superb), but not with this song, only Lorraine for me. Think Wiki here has it about right, but so many covered the amazing song! I just...
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    353
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    17,313
  20. Snorky85

    Sweet Peppers

    Cold nights might not kill tomatoes outright but their leaves develop a purple tinge and they stall, can take a few weeks to recover
    Cold nights might not kill tomatoes outright but their leaves develop a purple tinge and they stall, can take a few weeks to recover
    Cold nights might not kill tomatoes outright but their leaves develop a purple tinge and they stall, can take a few weeks to recover
    Cold nights might not kill tomatoes outright but their leaves develop a purple tinge and they stall, can take a few weeks to recover
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