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What's looking good APRIL 2024
Hosta Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.
Hosta Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.
Hosta Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.
Hosta Yellow Polka Dot Bikini.

shiney, Apr 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Plantminded
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:59 AM
Tatton Flower Show to stop being an annual event
Tatton will in future be every three years, with shows at other locations instead.RHS Tatton gives way to Rotherham and Norfolk garden shows
Tatton will in future be every three years, with shows at other locations instead.RHS Tatton gives way to Rotherham and Norfolk garden shows
Tatton will in future be every three years, with shows at other locations instead.RHS Tatton gives way to Rotherham and Norfolk garden shows
Tatton will in future be every three years, with shows at other locations instead.RHS Tatton gives way to Rotherham and Norfolk garden shows
Alan Clark, Apr 26, 2024 at 9:59 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Alan Clark
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:59 AM
Oh Dear!
Update. The cockerels all safe! They have been relocated, not eaten. I thought it was a good idea to have a single cockerel in with chickens to keep them under control. My neighbour thinks girls...
Update. The cockerels all safe! They have been relocated, not eaten. I thought it was a good idea to have a single cockerel in with chickens to keep them under control. My neighbour thinks girls on their own will not get broody?
Update. The cockerels all safe! They have been relocated, not eaten. I thought it was a good idea to have a single cockerel in with chickens to keep them under control. My neighbour thinks girls on their own will not get broody?
Update. The cockerels all safe! They have been relocated, not eaten. I thought it was a good idea to have a single cockerel in with chickens to keep them under control. My neighbour thinks girls...
Goldenlily26, Apr 24, 2024 at 8:16 AM, Livestock
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211
Goldenlily26
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:59 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2023/24
The words of a wise old Buddhist monk:Do not walk behind me, for I will not lead. Do not walk in front of me, for I will not follow. Do not walk beside me, for the path is narrow.In fact, why...
The words of a wise old Buddhist monk:Do not walk behind me, for I will not lead. Do not walk in front of me, for I will not follow. Do not walk beside me, for the path is narrow.In fact, why don't you just bugger off and leave me alone.
The words of a wise old Buddhist monk:Do not walk behind me, for I will not lead. Do not walk in front of me, for I will not follow. Do not walk beside me, for the path is narrow.In fact, why don't you just bugger off and leave me alone.
The words of a wise old Buddhist monk:Do not walk behind me, for I will not lead. Do not walk in front of me, for I will not follow. Do not walk beside me, for the path is narrow.In fact, why...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, The Muppet Show ... 94 95 96
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56,231
Clueless 1 v2
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:55 AM
Orchid advice. please
Interesting, the spikes that do respike/reflower from the original stem, do they give a good display or do they seem rather small or weak compared to the original ?When you say some phals just...
Interesting, the spikes that do respike/reflower from the original stem, do they give a good display or do they seem rather small or weak compared to the original ?When you say some phals just keep on flowering, do you mean from the same stem or putting up new stems before the first one...
Interesting, the spikes that do respike/reflower from the original stem, do they give a good display or do they seem rather small or weak compared to the original ?When you say some phals just keep on flowering, do you mean from the same stem...
Interesting, the spikes that do respike/reflower from the original stem, do they give a good display or do they seem rather small or weak compared to the original ?When you say some phals just...
Fof, Jul 30, 2023, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3
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33
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2,413
ricky101
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:48 AM
Crabapple has very small leaves
A photo would be helpful.
A photo would be helpful.
A photo would be helpful.
A photo would be helpful.
Tsie, Apr 26, 2024 at 8:39 AM, Trees
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21
Punkdoc
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:43 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
Maybe I could arrange for you to be hypnotized? It may be quicker than trying all the numbers!!
Maybe I could arrange for you to be hypnotized? It may be quicker than trying all the numbers!!
Maybe I could arrange for you to be hypnotized? It may be quicker than trying all the numbers!!
Maybe I could arrange for you to be hypnotized? It may be quicker than trying all the numbers!!
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 170 171 172
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70,688
RowlandsCastle
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:24 AM
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What's your weather like APRIL 2024
Back in Surrey. Bits of sun and milder than of late. Overnight low of 3c, now it's 8c
Back in Surrey. Bits of sun and milder than of late. Overnight low of 3c, now it's 8c
Back in Surrey. Bits of sun and milder than of late. Overnight low of 3c, now it's 8c
Back in Surrey. Bits of sun and milder than of late. Overnight low of 3c, now it's 8c
shiney, Apr 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 48 49 50
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JWK
Apr 26, 2024 at 9:07 AM
What do I plant in this big gap
I think I was probably thinking of Nana @fairygirl, it’s probably the one I see most often. Although maybe I don’t recognise bigger ones as being a buxifolia, never ending loop reinforcing my...
I think I was probably thinking of Nana @fairygirl, it’s probably the one I see most often. Although maybe I don’t recognise bigger ones as being a buxifolia, never ending loop reinforcing my misconception
I think I was probably thinking of Nana @fairygirl, it’s probably the one I see most often. Although maybe I don’t recognise bigger ones as being a buxifolia, never ending loop reinforcing my misconception
I think I was probably thinking of Nana @fairygirl, it’s probably the one I see most often. Although maybe I don’t recognise bigger ones as being a buxifolia, never ending loop reinforcing my...
latimer, Apr 21, 2024 at 12:23 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 3 4 5
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1,226
Butterfly6
Apr 26, 2024 at 8:58 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2024
The trouble is the media seem to be only able to manage one major topic at a time.
The trouble is the media seem to be only able to manage one major topic at a time.
The trouble is the media seem to be only able to manage one major topic at a time.
The trouble is the media seem to be only able to manage one major topic at a time.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 82 83 84
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Clueless 1 v2
Apr 26, 2024 at 8:57 AM
Solved Bug on Photinia 'Red Robin'
Baalmaiden, wiseowl, DiggersJo, and Papi JoI have read the threads and taken on board the contents. I am concerned because I have Brugmansias to one side of it and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis...
Baalmaiden, wiseowl, DiggersJo, and Papi JoI have read the threads and taken on board the contents. I am concerned because I have Brugmansias to one side of it and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis to the other side, my pride and joy collections.I will just monitor in the meantime.
Baalmaiden, wiseowl, DiggersJo, and Papi JoI have read the threads and taken on board the contents. I am concerned because I have Brugmansias to one side of it and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis to the other side, my pride and joy...
Baalmaiden, wiseowl, DiggersJo, and Papi JoI have read the threads and taken on board the contents. I am concerned because I have Brugmansias to one side of it and Hibiscus rosa-sinensis...

Victoria, Apr 25, 2024 at 10:09 AM, Identification Area
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Victoria
Apr 26, 2024 at 8:40 AM
Is this little blossom tree dead?
So true, AnniD, I am already thinking of what to do with all that space ...
So true, AnniD, I am already thinking of what to do with all that space ...
So true, AnniD, I am already thinking of what to do with all that space ...
So true, AnniD, I am already thinking of what to do with all that space ...
Pink678, Apr 24, 2024 at 7:43 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Pink678
Apr 26, 2024 at 8:24 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2024
Spent the morning in the garden yesterday, chilly but some sunny spells. OH dug out an extension to a small seating area we have under some hazel trees whilst I scavenged suitable bits of paving...
Spent the morning in the garden yesterday, chilly but some sunny spells. OH dug out an extension to a small seating area we have under some hazel trees whilst I scavenged suitable bits of paving and bricks from our salvage pile. All stuff we’ve found whilst doing the garden and very satisfying...
Spent the morning in the garden yesterday, chilly but some sunny spells. OH dug out an extension to a small seating area we have under some hazel trees whilst I scavenged suitable bits of paving and bricks from our salvage pile. All stuff we’ve...
Spent the morning in the garden yesterday, chilly but some sunny spells. OH dug out an extension to a small seating area we have under some hazel trees whilst I scavenged suitable bits of paving...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 86 87 88
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37,830
Butterfly6
Apr 26, 2024 at 8:03 AM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2024 ?
You'll just have to build up your muscles and use more watering cans @CatDouch Robin probably. Something else for you to watch along with your swallows I missed getting a pic of this wee chap...
You'll just have to build up your muscles and use more watering cans @CatDouch Robin probably. Something else for you to watch along with your swallows I missed getting a pic of this wee chap when he was furtling around to get at whatever was in behind the horseshoe, but he shifted to the...
You'll just have to build up your muscles and use more watering cans @CatDouch Robin probably. Something else for you to watch along with your swallows I missed getting a pic of this wee chap when he was furtling around to get at whatever was...
You'll just have to build up your muscles and use more watering cans @CatDouch Robin probably. Something else for you to watch along with your swallows I missed getting a pic of this wee chap...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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7,753
fairygirl
Apr 26, 2024 at 7:25 AM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2024
Every cloud ...
Every cloud ...
Every cloud ...
Every cloud ...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 15 16 17
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ViewAhead
Apr 26, 2024 at 7:20 AM
Is this the slowest growing tree in the world…..
Yes - I agree @NigelJ . It's always more difficult to get a mature shrub properly established, unless everything is perfect for it. Small ones can often be easier, especially if they're good...
Yes - I agree @NigelJ . It's always more difficult to get a mature shrub properly established, unless everything is perfect for it. Small ones can often be easier, especially if they're good specimens to start with, and they have a good site. I currently have a Hebe which has been grown from a...
Yes - I agree @NigelJ . It's always more difficult to get a mature shrub properly established, unless everything is perfect for it. Small ones can often be easier, especially if they're good specimens to start with, and they have a good site. I...
Yes - I agree @NigelJ . It's always more difficult to get a mature shrub properly established, unless everything is perfect for it. Small ones can often be easier, especially if they're good...
machtucker, Apr 25, 2024 at 8:52 PM, Trees
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fairygirl
Apr 26, 2024 at 7:14 AM
Help on planting between paving slabs in gravel….
It depends on what the soil is like below the paving/gravel, and what sort of site it is, plus your general climate. I grow all sorts of things in my gravelled area - some are ground covering...
It depends on what the soil is like below the paving/gravel, and what sort of site it is, plus your general climate. I grow all sorts of things in my gravelled area - some are ground covering plants which have been grown in very little soil already and are then just plonked on top. They bed...
It depends on what the soil is like below the paving/gravel, and what sort of site it is, plus your general climate. I grow all sorts of things in my gravelled area - some are ground covering plants which have been grown in very little soil...
It depends on what the soil is like below the paving/gravel, and what sort of site it is, plus your general climate. I grow all sorts of things in my gravelled area - some are ground covering...
machtucker, Apr 25, 2024 at 8:42 PM, Other Plants
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fairygirl
Apr 26, 2024 at 7:08 AM
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Tomato Growing 2024
Grump, grump, grump...Already I can tell that I have one variety that isn't what it said on the packet. The seeds weren't cheap, especially when you factor in the p&p. I've emailed the supplier.
Grump, grump, grump...Already I can tell that I have one variety that isn't what it said on the packet. The seeds weren't cheap, especially when you factor in the p&p. I've emailed the supplier.
Grump, grump, grump...Already I can tell that I have one variety that isn't what it said on the packet. The seeds weren't cheap, especially when you factor in the p&p. I've emailed the supplier.
Grump, grump, grump...Already I can tell that I have one variety that isn't what it said on the packet. The seeds weren't cheap, especially when you factor in the p&p. I've emailed the supplier.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 33 34 35
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15,574
eatenbyweasels
Apr 26, 2024 at 7:02 AM
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Currently Listening To 2023/24
What I like about these media videos is the lack of ads...
What I like about these media videos is the lack of ads...
What I like about these media videos is the lack of ads...
What I like about these media videos is the lack of ads...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, The Muppet Show ... 22 23 24
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358
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17,422
DiggersJo
Apr 25, 2024 at 10:24 PM
Sweet Peppers
My tomatoes have been in the greenhouse, no heating just fleece/newspaper, since end of March and no purple tinge anywhere, min temp c4 - 5°C.
My tomatoes have been in the greenhouse, no heating just fleece/newspaper, since end of March and no purple tinge anywhere, min temp c4 - 5°C.
My tomatoes have been in the greenhouse, no heating just fleece/newspaper, since end of March and no purple tinge anywhere, min temp c4 - 5°C.
My tomatoes have been in the greenhouse, no heating just fleece/newspaper, since end of March and no purple tinge anywhere, min temp c4 - 5°C.
Snorky85, Jun 1, 2017, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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50
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3,594
NigelJ
Apr 25, 2024 at 9:09 PM

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