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  1. Adam I
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    Showy natives

    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of yellow inflorescences but cultivars can be a very showy pink.Common bistort, a persicaria with many...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of yellow inflorescences but cultivars can be a very...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of...
    Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Thevictorian
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:35 AM
  2. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 62 63 64
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    KT53
    Mar 2, 2026 at 9:35 AM
  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Sunshine lovely
    Sunshine lovely
    Sunshine lovely
    Sunshine lovely
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 97 98 99
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    JWK
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:10 AM
  4. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and containers. There are also tomatoes for hanging...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
    GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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    NigelJ
    Mar 2, 2026 at 6:56 AM
  5. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    NigelJ
    Mar 2, 2026 at 7:05 AM
  6. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together! :blue thumb:
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together! :blue thumb:
    Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:09 AM
  7. Bluebell Q

    Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!

    We inherited 2 large specimens when we moved here. I don't think they're very long lived in a rainy climate. One, multi-stemmed after being cut back hard by our predecessors, has just rotted...
    We inherited 2 large specimens when we moved here. I don't think they're very long lived in a rainy climate. One, multi-stemmed after being cut back hard by our predecessors, has just rotted and collapsed but has sent out healthy suckers on the neighbour's side of the fence.The other,...
    We inherited 2 large specimens when we moved here. I don't think they're very long lived in a rainy climate. One, multi-stemmed after being cut back hard by our predecessors, has just rotted and collapsed but has sent out healthy suckers on...
    We inherited 2 large specimens when we moved here. I don't think they're very long lived in a rainy climate. One, multi-stemmed after being cut back hard by our predecessors, has just rotted...
    Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
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    Obelix-Vendée
    Mar 2, 2026 at 9:27 AM
  8. The Bird Lady

    Orchids - transparent pots or not?

    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    The Bird Lady, Mar 1, 2026 at 11:08 AM, Other Plants ... 2
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    Michael Hewett
    Mar 2, 2026 at 7:53 AM
  9. Kevin Cowans

    When to Cut Back Semi-Neglected Lavender and Santolina

    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Kevin Cowans, Mar 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM, Other Plants
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    Kevin Cowans
    Mar 2, 2026 at 8:51 AM
  10. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the small hours on Friday. I'm about to make a carb...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 62 63 64
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    Obelix-Vendée
    Mar 2, 2026 at 9:19 AM
  11. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 22 23 24
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:12 AM
  12. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Since this thread seems to be a source of interest to people who like dead animals, how about this for your way out of the world?Scotland becomes first UK country to allow water cremationsDoes...
    Since this thread seems to be a source of interest to people who like dead animals, how about this for your way out of the world?Scotland becomes first UK country to allow water cremationsDoes anybody else find it totally repulsive?
    Since this thread seems to be a source of interest to people who like dead animals, how about this for your way out of the world?Scotland becomes first UK country to allow water cremationsDoes anybody else find it totally repulsive?
    Since this thread seems to be a source of interest to people who like dead animals, how about this for your way out of the world?Scotland becomes first UK country to allow water cremationsDoes...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 361 362 363
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    Tidemark
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:39 AM
  13. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
    Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    Plantminded
    Mar 2, 2026 at 9:59 AM
  14. Fat Controller
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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, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
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    KT53
    Mar 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
  15. shiney
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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
  16. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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    Philippa
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:25 AM
  17. Fat Controller

    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
  18. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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    latimer
    Mar 2, 2026 at 10:33 AM
  19. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    upload_2026-3-1_8-47-8.jpeg 20260226_160149.jpg IMG_20260301_111623.jpg DSC05585.jpeg Witch Hazel.jpg Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.jpg
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 8:50 AM, Photo Competitions
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    Plantminded
    Mar 2, 2026 at 8:54 AM
  20. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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    Ladybird4
    Mar 2, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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