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What Have I Disturbed?
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Februarysgirl, Apr 4, 2026 at 5:21 PM, Wildlife Corner
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floralies
Apr 4, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
Not wishing to blow my own trumpet @Bluejayway, (but !), many years ago I entered the local BBC Radio gardening competition, and my garden was judged. It was bad enough getting ready for that and...
Not wishing to blow my own trumpet @Bluejayway, (but !), many years ago I entered the local BBC Radio gardening competition, and my garden was judged. It was bad enough getting ready for that and having a microphone shoved under my nose. The thought of a TV crew and a "celebrity" turning up, not...
Not wishing to blow my own trumpet @Bluejayway, (but !), many years ago I entered the local BBC Radio gardening competition, and my garden was judged. It was bad enough getting ready for that and having a microphone shoved under my nose. The...
Not wishing to blow my own trumpet @Bluejayway, (but !), many years ago I entered the local BBC Radio gardening competition, and my garden was judged. It was bad enough getting ready for that and...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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AnniD
Apr 4, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
I didn’t notice this had sprung up between the snowdrops! I love these, I’d planted a couple two years ago, but thought they had given up. So pleased to see them.
I didn’t notice this had sprung up between the snowdrops! I love these, I’d planted a couple two years ago, but thought they had given up. So pleased to see them.
I didn’t notice this had sprung up between the snowdrops! I love these, I’d planted a couple two years ago, but thought they had given up. So pleased to see them.
I didn’t notice this had sprung up between the snowdrops! I love these, I’d planted a couple two years ago, but thought they had given up. So pleased to see them.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 8 9 10
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Ergates
Apr 4, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It’s very windy here now. I did manage an hour or so of gardening and the washing dried on the line, so that’s a good day in my book.
It’s very windy here now. I did manage an hour or so of gardening and the washing dried on the line, so that’s a good day in my book.
It’s very windy here now. I did manage an hour or so of gardening and the washing dried on the line, so that’s a good day in my book.
It’s very windy here now. I did manage an hour or so of gardening and the washing dried on the line, so that’s a good day in my book.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 142 143 144
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AuntyRach
Apr 4, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Whaaattt?
I think it’s interesting that my neighbour’s two very clever teenage sons are planning on going to university this autumn, one to study Chinese and Korean and one to study German and Spanish.
I think it’s interesting that my neighbour’s two very clever teenage sons are planning on going to university this autumn, one to study Chinese and Korean and one to study German and Spanish.
I think it’s interesting that my neighbour’s two very clever teenage sons are planning on going to university this autumn, one to study Chinese and Korean and one to study German and Spanish.
I think it’s interesting that my neighbour’s two very clever teenage sons are planning on going to university this autumn, one to study Chinese and Korean and one to study German and Spanish.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 416 417 418
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Tidemark
Apr 4, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Afternoon all. Zonal pelargoniums root very easily in water These are some of mine:
Afternoon all. Zonal pelargoniums root very easily in water These are some of mine:
Afternoon all. Zonal pelargoniums root very easily in water These are some of mine:
Afternoon all. Zonal pelargoniums root very easily in water These are some of mine:

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 92 93 94
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Ladybird4
Apr 4, 2026 at 5:13 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 29 30 31
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Ergates
Apr 4, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Seed Sowing This Month April
Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either buill probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every...
Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either buill probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every autumn and spring and keep them watered. They have a tendency to bolt and are nowhere near as...
Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either buill probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every autumn and spring and keep them watered. They...
Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either buill probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every...
wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM, Propagation This Month ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 4, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
I bought compost, and because I bought two bags I got a free one. I also bought Ericaceous and John Innes No2 for shrubs. And I bought a hardy Diascia, Tiarella, Silene, and Hardy Fuchsia Lady...
I bought compost, and because I bought two bags I got a free one. I also bought Ericaceous and John Innes No2 for shrubs. And I bought a hardy Diascia, Tiarella, Silene, and Hardy Fuchsia Lady Thumb which I've been looking for for ages. And I bought a Rose 'Rhapsody in Blue'Now I've got to...
I bought compost, and because I bought two bags I got a free one. I also bought Ericaceous and John Innes No2 for shrubs. And I bought a hardy Diascia, Tiarella, Silene, and Hardy Fuchsia Lady Thumb which I've been looking for for ages. And I...
I bought compost, and because I bought two bags I got a free one. I also bought Ericaceous and John Innes No2 for shrubs. And I bought a hardy Diascia, Tiarella, Silene, and Hardy Fuchsia Lady...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Michael Hewett
Apr 4, 2026 at 4:13 PM
Ice Plant seedlings not growing
Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
CanadianLori, Apr 4, 2026 at 2:24 PM, Propagation This Month
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Michael Hewett
Apr 4, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Sanguinaria canadensis fl. pl. It would look better if we had some sun for it to open Primula seiboldii - can't remember name of form Another form. They do really well for me and spread. I...
Sanguinaria canadensis fl. pl. It would look better if we had some sun for it to open Primula seiboldii - can't remember name of form Another form. They do really well for me and spread. I think they like the damp soil.
Sanguinaria canadensis fl. pl. It would look better if we had some sun for it to open Primula seiboldii - can't remember name of form Another form. They do really well for me and spread. I think they like the damp soil.
Sanguinaria canadensis fl. pl. It would look better if we had some sun for it to open Primula seiboldii - can't remember name of form Another form. They do really well for me and spread. I...

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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CarolineL
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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Terrace in the Mediterranean
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the...
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the yellow tulips to give me sunshine!
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the yellow tulips to give me sunshine!
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the...
PzaMayor3, Feb 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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CarolineL
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Pinching out cosmos
I saw a YouTube video suggesting that cosmos should be pinched out when they have 7 leaves. These are a lot smaller than that, but 3 of them are starting to flower. They are a nicer green than...
I saw a YouTube video suggesting that cosmos should be pinched out when they have 7 leaves. These are a lot smaller than that, but 3 of them are starting to flower. They are a nicer green than this in reality, the light is odd in this picture. Should I pinch the tips out now?
I saw a YouTube video suggesting that cosmos should be pinched out when they have 7 leaves. These are a lot smaller than that, but 3 of them are starting to flower. They are a nicer green than this in reality, the light is odd in this picture....
I saw a YouTube video suggesting that cosmos should be pinched out when they have 7 leaves. These are a lot smaller than that, but 3 of them are starting to flower. They are a nicer green than...

Emerion, Apr 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM, Other Plants
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Emerion
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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Miracle Gro MPC - avoid!
Well done @cactus_girl Have to say I also recently bought MPC from the local Wickes store and I wasn't too thrilled with it. It is getting more difficult to find a decent MPC these days tho.
Well done @cactus_girl Have to say I also recently bought MPC from the local Wickes store and I wasn't too thrilled with it. It is getting more difficult to find a decent MPC these days tho.
Well done @cactus_girl Have to say I also recently bought MPC from the local Wickes store and I wasn't too thrilled with it. It is getting more difficult to find a decent MPC these days tho.
Well done @cactus_girl Have to say I also recently bought MPC from the local Wickes store and I wasn't too thrilled with it. It is getting more difficult to find a decent MPC these days tho.
Fat Controller, Mar 28, 2024, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 3 4 5
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Philippa
Apr 4, 2026 at 2:26 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I’ve mixed my own compost with MPC ready for my veg pots. I’ve also sieved a big bucket full for finer work. I’ve planted up two bags of potatoes, and will plant up another two in a fortnight...
I’ve mixed my own compost with MPC ready for my veg pots. I’ve also sieved a big bucket full for finer work. I’ve planted up two bags of potatoes, and will plant up another two in a fortnight (just to have a bit of succession).My seeds (tomatoes and a selection of annuals) have germinated but...
I’ve mixed my own compost with MPC ready for my veg pots. I’ve also sieved a big bucket full for finer work. I’ve planted up two bags of potatoes, and will plant up another two in a fortnight (just to have a bit of succession).My seeds...
I’ve mixed my own compost with MPC ready for my veg pots. I’ve also sieved a big bucket full for finer work. I’ve planted up two bags of potatoes, and will plant up another two in a fortnight...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 42 43 44
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AuntyRach
Apr 4, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Lack of Knowledge, trying to do a project!!
Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately...
Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately 3hrs of Morning Sunshine in the Summer Months and 2hrs in the Evening.We like explosions of...
Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately 3hrs of Morning Sunshine in the Summer Months and...
Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately...

RustyH, Apr 4, 2026 at 1:57 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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RustyH
Apr 4, 2026 at 1:57 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a...
At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a top shelf just under the glass so they're getting maximum light. In the evening they come in the house...
At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a top shelf just under the glass so they're getting...
At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a...
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 7 8 9
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LunarSea
Apr 4, 2026 at 1:07 PM
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Potato Growing 2026
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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Adam I
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Tree that sprouted near compost heap.
I'd go for peach as well, my Apricot has white flowers.My Peach below. Only difference seems to be you have leaves at the same time, mine only leaf up after the blossom has finished.
I'd go for peach as well, my Apricot has white flowers.My Peach below. Only difference seems to be you have leaves at the same time, mine only leaf up after the blossom has finished.
I'd go for peach as well, my Apricot has white flowers.My Peach below. Only difference seems to be you have leaves at the same time, mine only leaf up after the blossom has finished.
I'd go for peach as well, my Apricot has white flowers.My Peach below. Only difference seems to be you have leaves at the same time, mine only leaf up after the blossom has finished.

Macraignil, Apr 4, 2026 at 10:51 AM, Identification Area
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pete
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:36 AM

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