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  1. Victoria
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    Slumbergera Orange

    Yes, I thought it unique. I got cuttings from Germany. I also have a red one, a white one, a white with pink edges, and this one I have had for Donkey's Years ....
    Yes, I thought it unique. I got cuttings from Germany. I also have a red one, a white one, a white with pink edges, and this one I have had for Donkey's Years ....
    Yes, I thought it unique. I got cuttings from Germany. I also have a red one, a white one, a white with pink edges, and this one I have had for Donkey's Years ....
    Yes, I thought it unique. I got cuttings from Germany. I also have a red one, a white one, a white with pink edges, and this one I have had for Donkey's Years ....
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  2. Cordy
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    Made this planter

    Super! Well done.
    Super! Well done.
    Super! Well done.
    Super! Well done.
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  3. Victoria

    Caterpillar Identification

    I think it's a deaths head caterpillar as well. They are occassionally seen here but I think they need the warmth of southern Europe to survive the winter. I may be mis-remembering but I think...
    I think it's a deaths head caterpillar as well. They are occassionally seen here but I think they need the warmth of southern Europe to survive the winter. I may be mis-remembering but I think they eat plants in the solanum family or at least the only time I've seen one was when it was munching...
    I think it's a deaths head caterpillar as well. They are occassionally seen here but I think they need the warmth of southern Europe to survive the winter. I may be mis-remembering but I think they eat plants in the solanum family or at least...
    I think it's a deaths head caterpillar as well. They are occassionally seen here but I think they need the warmth of southern Europe to survive the winter. I may be mis-remembering but I think...
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  4. Jenny namaste
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  5. machtucker

    Buying Spring bulbs in bulk

    Well I bought a bulb planter which seems to work very well. I've planted about 100 or so Tulips and some Purple Sensation Alliums too. We will see what comes up.
    Well I bought a bulb planter which seems to work very well. I've planted about 100 or so Tulips and some Purple Sensation Alliums too. We will see what comes up.
    Well I bought a bulb planter which seems to work very well. I've planted about 100 or so Tulips and some Purple Sensation Alliums too. We will see what comes up.
    Well I bought a bulb planter which seems to work very well. I've planted about 100 or so Tulips and some Purple Sensation Alliums too. We will see what comes up.
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  6. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    I took delivery of two berberis yesterday, julianae. Those thorns, wow! Wish I'd found these first, they're brilliant. Reckon I can keep on top of those with some garden-shears. The holly that...
    I took delivery of two berberis yesterday, julianae. Those thorns, wow! Wish I'd found these first, they're brilliant. Reckon I can keep on top of those with some garden-shears. The holly that I've put in around the edges could have been a bit closer together. No matter. I shall plant more...
    I took delivery of two berberis yesterday, julianae. Those thorns, wow! Wish I'd found these first, they're brilliant. Reckon I can keep on top of those with some garden-shears. The holly that I've put in around the edges could have been a bit...
    I took delivery of two berberis yesterday, julianae. Those thorns, wow! Wish I'd found these first, they're brilliant. Reckon I can keep on top of those with some garden-shears. The holly that...
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  7. DaveMK

    Beech leaves for leaf mould

    I use huge quantities of leaf mould. Having a variety of massive trees I am up to my eyeballs in leaves at this time of the year. Certainly a good proportion of the leaves are from 2 massive...
    I use huge quantities of leaf mould. Having a variety of massive trees I am up to my eyeballs in leaves at this time of the year. Certainly a good proportion of the leaves are from 2 massive Copper Beech trees but also collect mounds of Sycamore and Ash. The ones on the grass I collect with the...
    I use huge quantities of leaf mould. Having a variety of massive trees I am up to my eyeballs in leaves at this time of the year. Certainly a good proportion of the leaves are from 2 massive Copper Beech trees but also collect mounds of Sycamore...
    I use huge quantities of leaf mould. Having a variety of massive trees I am up to my eyeballs in leaves at this time of the year. Certainly a good proportion of the leaves are from 2 massive...
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  8. JWK
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    The Camera In My Pocket 2025

    I had to re-calibrate the gimbal on the drone, so I took it for a test flight at the golf course. It was surprising how many trees still retain their leaves, from the ground, you don't notice it...
    I had to re-calibrate the gimbal on the drone, so I took it for a test flight at the golf course. It was surprising how many trees still retain their leaves, from the ground, you don't notice it as much. The day was overcast and the temperature about forty degrees, so the image lacks contrast. ...
    I had to re-calibrate the gimbal on the drone, so I took it for a test flight at the golf course. It was surprising how many trees still retain their leaves, from the ground, you don't notice it as much. The day was overcast and the temperature...
    I had to re-calibrate the gimbal on the drone, so I took it for a test flight at the golf course. It was surprising how many trees still retain their leaves, from the ground, you don't notice it...
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  9. KT53

    Amusing moments

    I can't see a thread covering this type of thing so thought I'd start one.We were at Birmingham Airport on Monday, going through the Fast Track security channel. We'd scanned and gone through...
    I can't see a thread covering this type of thing so thought I'd start one.We were at Birmingham Airport on Monday, going through the Fast Track security channel. We'd scanned and gone through when the security guy stopped my wife. "Can I see your Fast Track document please?" My wife handed...
    I can't see a thread covering this type of thing so thought I'd start one.We were at Birmingham Airport on Monday, going through the Fast Track security channel. We'd scanned and gone through when the security guy stopped my wife. "Can I see...
    I can't see a thread covering this type of thing so thought I'd start one.We were at Birmingham Airport on Monday, going through the Fast Track security channel. We'd scanned and gone through...
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  10. TomatoLover91

    Full Shade Container Plants

    I think you’re right @CostasK, my sandy soil is the problem. I’m actually not very keen on the scent either but I might let it try to sway my negative thoughts over the next few weeks :biggrin:.
    I think you’re right @CostasK, my sandy soil is the problem. I’m actually not very keen on the scent either but I might let it try to sway my negative thoughts over the next few weeks :biggrin:.
    I think you’re right @CostasK, my sandy soil is the problem. I’m actually not very keen on the scent either but I might let it try to sway my negative thoughts over the next few weeks :biggrin:.
    I think you’re right @CostasK, my sandy soil is the problem. I’m actually not very keen on the scent either but I might let it try to sway my negative thoughts over the next few weeks :biggrin:.
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  11. dowtish

    Dragon Fruit Cacti

    Oh my goodness. I am glad I asked! Thanks @Selleri , it sounds a bit "Day of the Triffids" It looks interesting in that photo, with the wavy strands as well. Sounds like I need to get the...
    Oh my goodness. I am glad I asked! Thanks @Selleri , it sounds a bit "Day of the Triffids" It looks interesting in that photo, with the wavy strands as well. Sounds like I need to get the gauntlets ready. You made it sound so entertaining, that I feel I must try and give it a go now! I saw one...
    Oh my goodness. I am glad I asked! Thanks @Selleri , it sounds a bit "Day of the Triffids" It looks interesting in that photo, with the wavy strands as well. Sounds like I need to get the gauntlets ready. You made it sound so entertaining, that...
    Oh my goodness. I am glad I asked! Thanks @Selleri , it sounds a bit "Day of the Triffids" It looks interesting in that photo, with the wavy strands as well. Sounds like I need to get the...
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  12. DaveMK

    Leaf blower/mulcher not working - advice?

    Fingers crossed for you! I only learned the cardboard idea on a recent training course for maintaining hedge trimmers and strimmers. I had tried just laying them out, but the screws always rolled...
    Fingers crossed for you! I only learned the cardboard idea on a recent training course for maintaining hedge trimmers and strimmers. I had tried just laying them out, but the screws always rolled around!:biggrin:
    Fingers crossed for you! I only learned the cardboard idea on a recent training course for maintaining hedge trimmers and strimmers. I had tried just laying them out, but the screws always rolled around!:biggrin:
    Fingers crossed for you! I only learned the cardboard idea on a recent training course for maintaining hedge trimmers and strimmers. I had tried just laying them out, but the screws always rolled...
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  13. Retired
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    Another hobby. Antique clock case.

    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
    @Retired your studio looks amazing.
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  14. Pink678

    Any idea what these shrubs are, and can I cut them back now?

    I cut my Choysia back just after they finish flowering too - here that's about June. If you prune in spring you'd lose at least some of that year's flowers, or maybe they'd flower later in the...
    I cut my Choysia back just after they finish flowering too - here that's about June. If you prune in spring you'd lose at least some of that year's flowers, or maybe they'd flower later in the year. It won't hurt them to prune at other times but it can affect the flowering. No problem if you...
    I cut my Choysia back just after they finish flowering too - here that's about June. If you prune in spring you'd lose at least some of that year's flowers, or maybe they'd flower later in the year. It won't hurt them to prune at other times but...
    I cut my Choysia back just after they finish flowering too - here that's about June. If you prune in spring you'd lose at least some of that year's flowers, or maybe they'd flower later in the...
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  15. Plantminded

    Feeding Squirrels - Good or Bad idea?

    theyll do just fine without help. i would keep water out especially in summer though.
    theyll do just fine without help. i would keep water out especially in summer though.
    theyll do just fine without help. i would keep water out especially in summer though.
    theyll do just fine without help. i would keep water out especially in summer though.
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  16. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2025

    Either an sae or PayPal is fine.I already possess the 2005 strain of GD, thanks.Edit, if you send a stamp rather than an SAE. I can pack your seeds without waiting for the envelope to arrive....
    Either an sae or PayPal is fine.I already possess the 2005 strain of GD, thanks.Edit, if you send a stamp rather than an SAE. I can pack your seeds without waiting for the envelope to arrive. Couple of stamps rather than sending cash is always good, too, as I have a nine mile round trip to...
    Either an sae or PayPal is fine.I already possess the 2005 strain of GD, thanks.Edit, if you send a stamp rather than an SAE. I can pack your seeds without waiting for the envelope to arrive. Couple of stamps rather than sending cash is...
    Either an sae or PayPal is fine.I already possess the 2005 strain of GD, thanks.Edit, if you send a stamp rather than an SAE. I can pack your seeds without waiting for the envelope to arrive....
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  17. Retired
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    Another project. Chest of oak drawers.

    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but it was touch and go. I love the smell in the workshop of freshly cut timber. I was so happy and...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but it was touch and go. I love the smell in the...
    Hi,Thanks so much @Logan To get a copy of this made by a cabinetmaker would cost a great deal of money considering the amount of oak and time went into it. Fortunately I had just enough oak but...
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  18. Pink678

    How to create a hedgehog hole in a fence with concrete in the bottom?

    Thank you Lizzie I'm glad you think it looks good. When I look underneath that wooden part on the left without concrete, there are snails under there so it looks like there is possibly something...
    Thank you Lizzie I'm glad you think it looks good. When I look underneath that wooden part on the left without concrete, there are snails under there so it looks like there is possibly something blocking underneath, I will try poking, and I'll try having a little look over the fence tomorrow too.
    Thank you Lizzie I'm glad you think it looks good. When I look underneath that wooden part on the left without concrete, there are snails under there so it looks like there is possibly something blocking underneath, I will try poking, and I'll...
    Thank you Lizzie I'm glad you think it looks good. When I look underneath that wooden part on the left without concrete, there are snails under there so it looks like there is possibly something...
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