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Plum tree - best place to buy?
Hessian is traditionally used to protect the trunk from rubbing, you can buy rubber tree ties although I've seen old cycle tubes cut up and used.
Hessian is traditionally used to protect the trunk from rubbing, you can buy rubber tree ties although I've seen old cycle tubes cut up and used.
Hessian is traditionally used to protect the trunk from rubbing, you can buy rubber tree ties although I've seen old cycle tubes cut up and used.
Hessian is traditionally used to protect the trunk from rubbing, you can buy rubber tree ties although I've seen old cycle tubes cut up and used.
TheMadHedger, Mar 23, 2026 at 3:48 PM, Trees
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Pot grown Camelia being destroyed by Squirrels
Perhaps my squirrels don't have a sweet tooth.
Perhaps my squirrels don't have a sweet tooth.
Perhaps my squirrels don't have a sweet tooth.
Perhaps my squirrels don't have a sweet tooth.
The Bird Lady, Mar 21, 2026 at 4:31 PM, Container Gardening
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Whaaattt?
If there is a ceasefire soon in the US/Israeli vs Iran war, as Trump looks for the exit ramp, I expect demands for the Nobel Peace Prize will resume. Can't see the Israelis being persuaded to stop...
If there is a ceasefire soon in the US/Israeli vs Iran war, as Trump looks for the exit ramp, I expect demands for the Nobel Peace Prize will resume. Can't see the Israelis being persuaded to stop that easily though.
If there is a ceasefire soon in the US/Israeli vs Iran war, as Trump looks for the exit ramp, I expect demands for the Nobel Peace Prize will resume. Can't see the Israelis being persuaded to stop that easily though.
If there is a ceasefire soon in the US/Israeli vs Iran war, as Trump looks for the exit ramp, I expect demands for the Nobel Peace Prize will resume. Can't see the Israelis being persuaded to stop...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 396 397 398
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we...
That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we were out dancing near Namur. I happened to be looking at her as it happened. She said she felt odd...
That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we were out dancing near Namur. I happened to be...
That's a worry nobody needs @Busy-Lizzie! I'm pleased for you that she's pulled thru and hope she recovers completely. Sounds hopeful.A friend of mine had a brain aneurysm burst while we...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 82 83 84
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 23, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Trying to understand how to fill a part of a bed
Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the...
Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the first photo, you do have some height in the area. Have you considered Erigeron (a.k.a. Mexican Fleabane?)
Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the first photo, you do have some height in the area....
Hi @latimerYour Geranium Rozanne looks beautiful in the second photo! Regarding the Sorbaria, perhaps your Winters are considerably milder than mine. It looked pretty bare here.Based on the...
latimer, Mar 22, 2026 at 10:10 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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CostasK
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might...
I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might get a text confirming this do I heck as like. They can text me to get photos of the affected part of...
I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might get a text confirming this do I heck as like. They...
I contacted the GP's surgery this morning, via online form, to try and get an appointment. Bingo 1150 mobile goes: yes I can have an appointment this week and get time and day. I thought I might...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 85 86 87
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
We were 21c at noon. Sun came out again, still is and 20.1c.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 126 127 128
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Victoria
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
I still have my tele lens but want to change soon to the normal lens to take more than just close-up. I tried to get a picture of the tits that start now preparing the house, but no luck when I...
I still have my tele lens but want to change soon to the normal lens to take more than just close-up. I tried to get a picture of the tits that start now preparing the house, but no luck when I had the camera ready.Brunnera 'Jack Frost'The new Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Splash' (needs a bit...
I still have my tele lens but want to change soon to the normal lens to take more than just close-up. I tried to get a picture of the tits that start now preparing the house, but no luck when I had the camera ready.Brunnera 'Jack Frost'The...
I still have my tele lens but want to change soon to the normal lens to take more than just close-up. I tried to get a picture of the tits that start now preparing the house, but no luck when I...

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 8 9 10
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they...
Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they started drinking. After 5 years, the wood was rotting away and I didn't want that the pigeons got hurt. I...
Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they started drinking. After 5 years, the wood was rotting...
Tidied up a corner where the new bird bath is. That corner was a collecting point for left over wooden branches and two tree stumps which were used by pigeons to land first there before they...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 34 35 36
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:16 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
In front of our house: a violet.
In front of our house: a violet.
In front of our house: a violet.
In front of our house: a violet.

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 35 36 37
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Dangerous!
Dangerous!
Dangerous!
Dangerous!
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 9 10 11
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ViewAhead
Mar 23, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Well of course it does Pete - whoever heard of a computer saying "Sorry, my fault"
Well of course it does Pete - whoever heard of a computer saying "Sorry, my fault"
Well of course it does Pete - whoever heard of a computer saying "Sorry, my fault"
Well of course it does Pete - whoever heard of a computer saying "Sorry, my fault"
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3
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Philippa
Mar 23, 2026 at 4:43 PM
Help with plant selection for gravel patch.
Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull...
Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull up a bit more and have found slab having in bits too! So who know what else is under there. The...
Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull up a bit more and have found slab having in bits...
Yes, maybe, I’d like to keep a little bit of lawn at least, because the dog likes it and I’m ultimately a slave to him! I was planning to overseed with clover. I’ve started shifting gravel to pull...
Smcask, Mar 22, 2026 at 9:56 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Smcask
Mar 23, 2026 at 2:24 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 31 32 33
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....
I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to...
I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to get a fresh bit of hose. I use a smear of vaseline rather than grease as a lubricant if...
I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to get a fresh bit of hose. I use a smear of vaseline...
I've had problems where the hose has stretched slightly and either doesn't fit the central spigot tightly or you can't tighten the outer part up sufficient, ended up having to cut an inch off to...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 14, 2026, Tools And Equipment ... 2
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NigelJ
Mar 23, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs
I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs
I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs
I've just done a broadband speed test, i'm now getting 3.5mbs
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Jiffy
Mar 23, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Taties
I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far
I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far
I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far
I reuse the compost from my Potato bags each year, I do refresh with new compost and feed. No problems so far
dogsbody, Mar 22, 2026 at 2:09 PM, Edible Gardening
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john558
Mar 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
@Philippa yes an excellent programme with some stunning filming of the butterflies emerging from their pupae. The release of the caterpillars into areas that may not have what they need has been...
@Philippa yes an excellent programme with some stunning filming of the butterflies emerging from their pupae. The release of the caterpillars into areas that may not have what they need has been controversial for some years if not illegal (I think). Many years a company (don't know when) gave...
@Philippa yes an excellent programme with some stunning filming of the butterflies emerging from their pupae. The release of the caterpillars into areas that may not have what they need has been controversial for some years if not illegal (I...
@Philippa yes an excellent programme with some stunning filming of the butterflies emerging from their pupae. The release of the caterpillars into areas that may not have what they need has been...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3 4
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On the Levels
Mar 23, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
Also protect from wind dessication of soft tissue and provide additional support
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 17 18 19
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infradig
Mar 23, 2026 at 10:35 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026
My friend in London is so posh she thinks a creche isa road traffic accident in Knightsbridge.
My friend in London is so posh she thinks a creche isa road traffic accident in Knightsbridge.
My friend in London is so posh she thinks a creche isa road traffic accident in Knightsbridge.
My friend in London is so posh she thinks a creche isa road traffic accident in Knightsbridge.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 26 27 28
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Cordy
Mar 23, 2026 at 10:09 AM

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