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Holly how to tell male or female when not in flower
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings because I had quite a failure rate. As for sexing them, unless you do like @Adam I suggests, you have...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings because I had quite a failure rate. As for sexing...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings...
Bear, Dec 29, 2025 at 9:12 PM, Trees
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CarolineL
Dec 30, 2025 at 7:57 AM
is my plant about to flower ?
hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025, Container Gardening
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hi2u_uk
Dec 29, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Potato growing 2026
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
burnie, Dec 16, 2025, Edible Gardening
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370
pete
Dec 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Fond of Fronds
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy...
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy Twixmas and may 2026 unfurl fair!
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy Twixmas and may 2026 unfurl fair!
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy...

micearguers, Mar 19, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 12 13 14
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micearguers
Dec 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Feeding houseplants in winter.
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am feeding all my house plants and water them as needed all year round. And mist some too.I have a...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am feeding all my house plants and water them as needed...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am...
Esoxlucius, Dec 27, 2025 at 11:14 AM, Other Plants
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cactus_girl
Dec 29, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Supermarket potato disease
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to notice them. It's also this period (Sept-Dec) when spuds roast their best.Many years ago I met a...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to notice them. It's also this period (Sept-Dec)...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to...
BB3, Dec 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Pete8
Dec 29, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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Tomato Growing 2026
These are micro dwarves which only reach around 30cm so they'll be happy on or near the windowsill for months. The cuttings will probably be lopped back at least once to keep them under control...
These are micro dwarves which only reach around 30cm so they'll be happy on or near the windowsill for months. The cuttings will probably be lopped back at least once to keep them under control until potting on.
These are micro dwarves which only reach around 30cm so they'll be happy on or near the windowsill for months. The cuttings will probably be lopped back at least once to keep them under control until potting on.
These are micro dwarves which only reach around 30cm so they'll be happy on or near the windowsill for months. The cuttings will probably be lopped back at least once to keep them under control...
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening
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eatenbyweasels
Dec 28, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Slow pages
Site is still virtually unusable. Slow page turns and having to click 'Post Reply' several times to post anything. Same problem when clicking on subject title. Sometimes it does respond...
Site is still virtually unusable. Slow page turns and having to click 'Post Reply' several times to post anything. Same problem when clicking on subject title. Sometimes it does respond immediately, thereby raising hopes, only to revert on the next click. I don't have a problem on any other...
Site is still virtually unusable. Slow page turns and having to click 'Post Reply' several times to post anything. Same problem when clicking on subject title. Sometimes it does respond immediately, thereby raising hopes, only to revert on the...
Site is still virtually unusable. Slow page turns and having to click 'Post Reply' several times to post anything. Same problem when clicking on subject title. Sometimes it does respond...
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025, Computer Corner ... 2 3 4
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KT53
Jan 1, 2026 at 11:22 AM
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Tomato Growing 2025
2026 Thread here:Tomato Growing 2026
2026 Thread here:Tomato Growing 2026
2026 Thread here:Tomato Growing 2026
2026 Thread here:Tomato Growing 2026
JWK, Dec 31, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 46 47 48
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JWK
Dec 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Another Hello from Dorset!
Well done @AnniD
Well done @AnniD
Well done @AnniD
Well done @AnniD
Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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Philippa
Dec 28, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
The parakeets turned up, but can't get to their food - good. I have finally squirrel and large bird proofed the feeders. Both are from The Nuttery. Only small birds can get in and we had a...
The parakeets turned up, but can't get to their food - good. I have finally squirrel and large bird proofed the feeders. Both are from The Nuttery. Only small birds can get in and we had a nuthatch today.The helix feeder on the left is new and they have altered the design. The first version...
The parakeets turned up, but can't get to their food - good. I have finally squirrel and large bird proofed the feeders. Both are from The Nuttery. Only small birds can get in and we had a nuthatch today.The helix feeder on the left is new...
The parakeets turned up, but can't get to their food - good. I have finally squirrel and large bird proofed the feeders. Both are from The Nuttery. Only small birds can get in and we had a...

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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cactus_girl
Dec 28, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Gardening For Women - ebook freebie
Yes, Project Gutenberg is a wonderful resource for all kinds of books. I remember reading this particular one some years ago. Even in those days I don’t think I could have wielded a fork of that...
Yes, Project Gutenberg is a wonderful resource for all kinds of books. I remember reading this particular one some years ago. Even in those days I don’t think I could have wielded a fork of that size. And as for the cap, it would have been turned into a bird bath after five minutes.
Yes, Project Gutenberg is a wonderful resource for all kinds of books. I remember reading this particular one some years ago. Even in those days I don’t think I could have wielded a fork of that size. And as for the cap, it would have been turned...
Yes, Project Gutenberg is a wonderful resource for all kinds of books. I remember reading this particular one some years ago. Even in those days I don’t think I could have wielded a fork of that...
shiney, Dec 28, 2025 at 7:11 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Tidemark
Dec 28, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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Chillies 2026
I got out three of my 1010 trays and their domes and will be making soil blocks later to start some of my chilies. I'll start my 7 pot yellow, carolina reaper red, chocolate reaper, jalapeno,...
I got out three of my 1010 trays and their domes and will be making soil blocks later to start some of my chilies. I'll start my 7 pot yellow, carolina reaper red, chocolate reaper, jalapeno, shineyjalapeno (cross bred- we'll see what happens) , scotch bonnet and ring of fire. I have work to do...
I got out three of my 1010 trays and their domes and will be making soil blocks later to start some of my chilies. I'll start my 7 pot yellow, carolina reaper red, chocolate reaper, jalapeno, shineyjalapeno (cross bred- we'll see what happens) ,...
I got out three of my 1010 trays and their domes and will be making soil blocks later to start some of my chilies. I'll start my 7 pot yellow, carolina reaper red, chocolate reaper, jalapeno,...
CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening
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CanadianLori
Jan 1, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Slow release fertiliser and microplastics
Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in the digestive systems of cattle let alone in the...
Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in...
Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
Adam I, Dec 27, 2025 at 9:44 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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gks
Dec 27, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Tips and tricks for everyday life
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up
Selleri, Dec 26, 2025 at 6:55 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Philippa
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Environmentally Friendly Ideas
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
Snorky85, Feb 24, 2020, Off-Topic Discussion
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AnniD
Dec 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Fugitive pickled walnuts.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having to drink lots of cold beer to sooth it.
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having...
I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
BB3, Dec 24, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion
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pete
Dec 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Lilac/Syringa - types of
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that double flowers are harder for bees to navigate,...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely original flower is lost. I also read somewhere that...
Thank you; I feel you are right and this is what my gut tells me too. I don't know why we have to breed plants to become so 'over-showy'. Some doubles are so complicated looking, the lovely...
plantgirl, Dec 26, 2025 at 3:40 PM, Other Plants
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plantgirl
Dec 27, 2025 at 2:16 PM
How to save this cactus please
I have in the past taken a cactus right out of the pot and let it dry off completely for several days and then pot up with a dry gritty compost and DON'T water. If the cactus is squishy it is...
I have in the past taken a cactus right out of the pot and let it dry off completely for several days and then pot up with a dry gritty compost and DON'T water. If the cactus is squishy it is probably beyond saving. Neglect for a while may do wonders!
I have in the past taken a cactus right out of the pot and let it dry off completely for several days and then pot up with a dry gritty compost and DON'T water. If the cactus is squishy it is probably beyond saving. Neglect for a while may do...
I have in the past taken a cactus right out of the pot and let it dry off completely for several days and then pot up with a dry gritty compost and DON'T water. If the cactus is squishy it is...
OrangeHeart, Dec 26, 2025 at 2:57 PM, Cacti and Succulents
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madpenguin
Jan 1, 2026 at 12:26 PM
New England Aster Seed
I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
I could sow some and see what happens. I was going to give to some friends but that I'm not sure about
OrangeHeart, Dec 26, 2025 at 2:43 PM, Gardening Discussions
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127
OrangeHeart
Dec 26, 2025 at 3:39 PM

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