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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I can remember buying milk in bags when I was a student in Scotland in the 1970’s. They were evidently popular as weapons in school playgrounds . I found this AI info:Milk sachets, or "milk...
I can remember buying milk in bags when I was a student in Scotland in the 1970’s. They were evidently popular as weapons in school playgrounds . I found this AI info:Milk sachets, or "milk bags" were a memorable, albeit relatively short-lived, feature of daily life in Scotland during the...
I can remember buying milk in bags when I was a student in Scotland in the 1970’s. They were evidently popular as weapons in school playgrounds . I found this AI info:Milk sachets, or "milk bags" were a memorable, albeit relatively short-lived,...
I can remember buying milk in bags when I was a student in Scotland in the 1970’s. They were evidently popular as weapons in school playgrounds . I found this AI info:Milk sachets, or "milk...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 62 63 64
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Plantminded
Mar 1, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Orchids - transparent pots or not?
Thanks for that, it's very useful. I'll save the page and have a better look tomorrow when I'm less tired
Thanks for that, it's very useful. I'll save the page and have a better look tomorrow when I'm less tired
Thanks for that, it's very useful. I'll save the page and have a better look tomorrow when I'm less tired
Thanks for that, it's very useful. I'll save the page and have a better look tomorrow when I'm less tired
The Bird Lady, Mar 1, 2026 at 11:08 AM, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Mar 1, 2026 at 9:40 PM
Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!
Hello, This mimosa tree has long been a joy in our family garden, currently about 45 tall. In recent years it has been so robust and strong and green it has needed pruning and keeping under...
Hello, This mimosa tree has long been a joy in our family garden, currently about 45 tall. In recent years it has been so robust and strong and green it has needed pruning and keeping under control, and until about 2 years ago it was thriving with bouncy yellow flowers in winter.Now it looks...
Hello, This mimosa tree has long been a joy in our family garden, currently about 45 tall. In recent years it has been so robust and strong and green it has needed pruning and keeping under control, and until about 2 years ago it was thriving...
Hello, This mimosa tree has long been a joy in our family garden, currently about 45 tall. In recent years it has been so robust and strong and green it has needed pruning and keeping under...

Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
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Bluebell Q
Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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Showy natives
It evidently grows well in clay soil too @Adam I, enabled by its deep tap root.
It evidently grows well in clay soil too @Adam I, enabled by its deep tap root.
It evidently grows well in clay soil too @Adam I, enabled by its deep tap root.
It evidently grows well in clay soil too @Adam I, enabled by its deep tap root.
Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Plantminded
Mar 1, 2026 at 9:19 PM
When to Cut Back Semi-Neglected Lavender and Santolina
Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh...
Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh growth and flower, but rather poor the rest of the year if in the ground imho. If just one or two...
Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh growth and flower, but rather poor the rest of the...
Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh...
Kevin Cowans, Mar 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM, Other Plants
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ricky101
Mar 1, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can...
Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can make your own. Can't find the exact recipe at the mo but basically you take a kilo or more of...
Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can make your own. Can't find the exact recipe at the...
Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 61 62 63
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 1, 2026 at 8:38 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they...
Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they got pruned. And I just plonked in some pitiful wallflowers in some pots and pansy/viola...
Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they got pruned. And I just plonked in some pitiful...
Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 22 23 24
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Perki
Mar 1, 2026 at 8:36 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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strongylodon
Mar 1, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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CarolineL
Mar 1, 2026 at 7:19 PM
Whaaattt?
They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old...
They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old pictures are around of sheep being driven through the town and over the medway bridge to the market,...
They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old pictures are around of sheep being driven through...
They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 361 362 363
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pete
Mar 1, 2026 at 7:08 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
What's that ? Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias...
What's that ? Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias out of the perspex shelter and into the cold frame (The anorak got a bit wet ...) .
What's that ? Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias out of the perspex shelter and into the cold...
What's that ? Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 97 98 99
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Michael Hewett
Mar 1, 2026 at 6:46 PM
What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)
The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look...
The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look like lettuce when in their green colouration haha. I picked up a couple of heucherella marmalade and...
The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look like lettuce when in their green colouration...
The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look...
Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Adam1303
Mar 1, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Migration to NEW software & server
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
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KT53
Mar 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 12:43 AM, Photo Competitions
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Busy-Lizzie
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less frost resistant than the red ones for whatever reason, so id harvest the yellow ones in particular...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less frost resistant than the red ones for whatever...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Hanglow
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Anyone got/used a Pro-Seeder?
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
Fat Controller, Mar 1, 2026 at 3:27 PM, Tools And Equipment
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Loofah
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?
One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to maintain your garden at the moment, I’d be tempted to...
One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to...
One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Plantminded
Mar 1, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 8:50 AM, Photo Competitions
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Ladybird4
Mar 1, 2026 at 2:04 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. Although not necessary when speaking.
A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. Although not necessary when speaking.
A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. Although not necessary when speaking.
A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. Although not necessary when speaking.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 20 21 22
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shiney
Mar 1, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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PHOTO COMP DISCUSSION THREAD
I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3...
I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3 weedy leaves. I kept it in my dining room - watering it when I remembered and all of a sudden - and...
I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3 weedy leaves. I kept it in my dining room -...
I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3...
shiney, Jun 5, 2022, Photo Competitions ... 5 6 7
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18,100
Ladybird4
Mar 1, 2026 at 11:29 AM

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