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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Why would anybody accept the American spelling of anything?
    Why would anybody accept the American spelling of anything?
    Why would anybody accept the American spelling of anything?
    Why would anybody accept the American spelling of anything?
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 418 419 420
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    KT53
    Apr 5, 2026 at 4:15 PM
  2. pete

    Mushroom compost

    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    pete, Mar 27, 2026, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 2
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    pete
    Apr 5, 2026 at 4:13 PM
  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Hello all. I hope everyone is having a good Easter Day.There was a howling gale last night, then sunny this morning and now it's tipping with rain.We went to the one and only service this...
    Hello all. I hope everyone is having a good Easter Day.There was a howling gale last night, then sunny this morning and now it's tipping with rain.We went to the one and only service this morning in the benefice in a pretty village church which was packed. We were 20 minutes early and...
    Hello all. I hope everyone is having a good Easter Day.There was a howling gale last night, then sunny this morning and now it's tipping with rain.We went to the one and only service this morning in the benefice in a pretty village church...
    Hello all. I hope everyone is having a good Easter Day.There was a howling gale last night, then sunny this morning and now it's tipping with rain.We went to the one and only service this...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 93 94 95
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    Busy-Lizzie
    Apr 5, 2026 at 4:12 PM
  4. paulkane1

    Raised Bed Help needed?

    I’m new to growing vegetables,I want to make a raised bed ,I have 2 large Double glazed windows,I kept them,when I got new windows in,they are 1000x 1100 mm, Can I use them,to any good,for my...
    I’m new to growing vegetables,I want to make a raised bed ,I have 2 large Double glazed windows,I kept them,when I got new windows in,they are 1000x 1100 mm, Can I use them,to any good,for my Raised Bed, which I hope to make soon,with some good advice from people on this forum,What depth will I...
    I’m new to growing vegetables,I want to make a raised bed ,I have 2 large Double glazed windows,I kept them,when I got new windows in,they are 1000x 1100 mm, Can I use them,to any good,for my Raised Bed, which I hope to make soon,with some good...
    I’m new to growing vegetables,I want to make a raised bed ,I have 2 large Double glazed windows,I kept them,when I got new windows in,they are 1000x 1100 mm, Can I use them,to any good,for my...
    paulkane1, Apr 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM, Edible Gardening
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    Apr 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM
  5. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    Thanks. I'm feeling much better but still testing positive, so I'm effectively grounded, bored and likely to get up to mischief. :whistle:
    Thanks. I'm feeling much better but still testing positive, so I'm effectively grounded, bored and likely to get up to mischief. :whistle:
    Thanks. I'm feeling much better but still testing positive, so I'm effectively grounded, bored and likely to get up to mischief. :whistle:
    Thanks. I'm feeling much better but still testing positive, so I'm effectively grounded, bored and likely to get up to mischief. :whistle:
    eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 7 8 9
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    eatenbyweasels
    Apr 5, 2026 at 3:57 PM
  6. Erigeron

    Plants you don't grow

    I like most things, but find it difficult to see where I could place huge dahlias in my garden. They look much more like things you cut for display rather than as plants. I hate the dirty magenta...
    I like most things, but find it difficult to see where I could place huge dahlias in my garden. They look much more like things you cut for display rather than as plants. I hate the dirty magenta pink of some bergenias, yet when anisodontea has the same colour it's fine. I'm with you on...
    I like most things, but find it difficult to see where I could place huge dahlias in my garden. They look much more like things you cut for display rather than as plants. I hate the dirty magenta pink of some bergenias, yet when anisodontea has...
    I like most things, but find it difficult to see where I could place huge dahlias in my garden. They look much more like things you cut for display rather than as plants. I hate the dirty magenta...
    Erigeron, Apr 5, 2026 at 11:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    CarolineL
    Apr 5, 2026 at 3:48 PM
  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Potted up my chitted Anya into large fabric pots/sacks, in good soil mixed with well rotted manure (of which I have tons due to ponies). Put them in sheltered area to the lee of the greenhouse....
    Potted up my chitted Anya into large fabric pots/sacks, in good soil mixed with well rotted manure (of which I have tons due to ponies). Put them in sheltered area to the lee of the greenhouse. Last year they got blight, so fingers crossed.
    Potted up my chitted Anya into large fabric pots/sacks, in good soil mixed with well rotted manure (of which I have tons due to ponies). Put them in sheltered area to the lee of the greenhouse. Last year they got blight, so fingers crossed.
    Potted up my chitted Anya into large fabric pots/sacks, in good soil mixed with well rotted manure (of which I have tons due to ponies). Put them in sheltered area to the lee of the greenhouse....
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 42 43 44
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    CarolineL
    Apr 5, 2026 at 3:41 PM
  8. Busy-Lizzie
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    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    I had a lot of bother finding this thread again. The search thingy couldn't find it.The people over the road from the church we went to this morning invited everyone to have a look at their...
    I had a lot of bother finding this thread again. The search thingy couldn't find it.The people over the road from the church we went to this morning invited everyone to have a look at their garden. We have been before as they open it for the NGS. It was immaculate and big with a walled garden,...
    I had a lot of bother finding this thread again. The search thingy couldn't find it.The people over the road from the church we went to this morning invited everyone to have a look at their garden. We have been before as they open it for the...
    I had a lot of bother finding this thread again. The search thingy couldn't find it.The people over the road from the church we went to this morning invited everyone to have a look at their...
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    Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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    Busy-Lizzie
    Apr 5, 2026 at 3:36 PM
  9. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Acers
    Acers
    Acers
    Acers
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    wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Friendly
    Apr 5, 2026 at 2:39 PM
  10. RustyH

    Lack of Knowledge, trying to do a project!!

    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there...
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there isn't a lot of space left for plants. Either way, violets, ferns, spring bulbs may be worth considering.
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there isn't a lot of space left for plants. Either way, ...
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there...
    RustyH, Apr 4, 2026 at 1:57 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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    Philippa
    Apr 5, 2026 at 2:18 PM
  11. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked overloaded. It had 4 adults and 5 children in a standard saloon car. Kids on laps, in footwells etc. ...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked overloaded. It had 4 adults and 5 children in a standard...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 93 94 95
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    KT53
    Apr 5, 2026 at 2:05 PM
  12. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Sunny intervals with light scattered April showers with a gentle breeze from the west temp 10c feels like 7c
    Sunny intervals with light scattered April showers with a gentle breeze from the west temp 10c feels like 7c
    Sunny intervals with light scattered April showers with a gentle breeze from the west temp 10c feels like 7c
    Sunny intervals with light scattered April showers with a gentle breeze from the west temp 10c feels like 7c
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    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 144 145 146
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    Logan
    Apr 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
  13. Cordy
    Like x 12

    Made this planter

    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C...
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C to apply 4 coats of clear matt varnish.
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C to apply 4 coats of clear matt varnish.
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C...
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    Cordy, Sep 25, 2020, Container Gardening ... 2 3
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    Cordy
    Apr 5, 2026 at 1:25 PM
  14. Emerion

    Pinching out cosmos

    Thanks
    Thanks
    Thanks
    Thanks
    Emerion, Apr 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM, Other Plants
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    Emerion
    Apr 5, 2026 at 1:20 PM
  15. Sienna's Blossom
    Like x 15

    Our garden sanctuary

    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there!...
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there! It is half the size of our previous garden, but such a lovely relaxing space to spend our time....
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there! It is half the size of our previous garden, but...
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there!...
    Sienna's Blossom, Sep 17, 2021, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    Sienna's Blossom
    Apr 5, 2026 at 12:41 PM
  16. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in...
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in April/May so @Adam l was very lucky to see it but then so many plants are flowering earlier than usual.
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in April/May so @Adam l was very lucky to see it but...
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in...
    Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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    On the Levels
    Apr 5, 2026 at 11:48 AM
  17. Danielcox0011

    Help with my lawn, please!!

    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down tomorrow and keep it watered, I can get some nice new grass popping through!I think its just been...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down tomorrow and keep it watered, I can get some nice new...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down...
    Danielcox0011, Apr 3, 2026 at 12:38 PM, Lawns
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    Danielcox0011
    Apr 5, 2026 at 11:45 AM
  18. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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    AnniD
    Apr 5, 2026 at 11:21 AM
  19. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and they get to a decent size in the first year. I have just used the seed straight from the packet, no...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and they get to a decent size in the first year. I have...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and...
    wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM, Propagation This Month ... 2
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    Thevictorian
    Apr 5, 2026 at 11:01 AM
  20. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
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    shiney, Apr 1, 2026 at 9:54 AM, Photo Competitions
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Apr 5, 2026 at 10:35 AM
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