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Tomato Growing 2026
I have sown a couple of tomatoes and chillies in a heated propagator - San Marzano is hard to find here and most chillies except Apache, Espellet and Granny's Bonnet which I don't like. Some are...
I have sown a couple of tomatoes and chillies in a heated propagator - San Marzano is hard to find here and most chillies except Apache, Espellet and Granny's Bonnet which I don't like. Some are coming thru now but no true leaves yet.However, it was the plant fair at Angles today and there...
I have sown a couple of tomatoes and chillies in a heated propagator - San Marzano is hard to find here and most chillies except Apache, Espellet and Granny's Bonnet which I don't like. Some are coming thru now but no true leaves yet.However,...
I have sown a couple of tomatoes and chillies in a heated propagator - San Marzano is hard to find here and most chillies except Apache, Espellet and Granny's Bonnet which I don't like. Some are...
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 7 8 9
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 5, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Sky is totally clear here now and 15c, the wind is still a bit noticeable but not bad, would be nice if the wind was to stick around overnight and keep the frost away but I'm betting it will...
Sky is totally clear here now and 15c, the wind is still a bit noticeable but not bad, would be nice if the wind was to stick around overnight and keep the frost away but I'm betting it will totally drop once the sun goes down.
Sky is totally clear here now and 15c, the wind is still a bit noticeable but not bad, would be nice if the wind was to stick around overnight and keep the frost away but I'm betting it will totally drop once the sun goes down.
Sky is totally clear here now and 15c, the wind is still a bit noticeable but not bad, would be nice if the wind was to stick around overnight and keep the frost away but I'm betting it will...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 144 145 146
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pete
Apr 5, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I have been potting, helped by chooks who ate all the snials and a few slugs I found under the trays of pots I'd already bought. All 11 new tomatoes, 6 penstemons, 6 strawberries, 6 broccoli, 4...
I have been potting, helped by chooks who ate all the snials and a few slugs I found under the trays of pots I'd already bought. All 11 new tomatoes, 6 penstemons, 6 strawberries, 6 broccoli, 4 chrysanthemums (2 were scoffed by snails), 3 osteospermums, 3 gaura and the savoury, wild garlic and...
I have been potting, helped by chooks who ate all the snials and a few slugs I found under the trays of pots I'd already bought. All 11 new tomatoes, 6 penstemons, 6 strawberries, 6 broccoli, 4 chrysanthemums (2 were scoffed by snails), 3...
I have been potting, helped by chooks who ate all the snials and a few slugs I found under the trays of pots I'd already bought. All 11 new tomatoes, 6 penstemons, 6 strawberries, 6 broccoli, 4...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 93 94 95
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 5, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Potato Growing 2026
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
Sadly the "solution" to viruses is boatloads of insecticide to stop aphids transmitting them.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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Adam I
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:50 AM
Whaaattt?
Yes. It's called dumbing down to the lowest common denominator @KT53 and, given the lamentable sate of education in many US states, that's pretty low.One of my all time American English...
Yes. It's called dumbing down to the lowest common denominator @KT53 and, given the lamentable sate of education in many US states, that's pretty low.One of my all time American English favourites is "my bad" when they mean "Sorry. I made a mistake/misunderstood/got it wrong".
Yes. It's called dumbing down to the lowest common denominator @KT53 and, given the lamentable sate of education in many US states, that's pretty low.One of my all time American English favourites is "my bad" when they mean "Sorry. I made a...
Yes. It's called dumbing down to the lowest common denominator @KT53 and, given the lamentable sate of education in many US states, that's pretty low.One of my all time American English...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 418 419 420
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 5, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Tree that sprouted near compost heap.
Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
Macraignil, Apr 4, 2026 at 10:51 AM, Identification Area
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pete
Apr 5, 2026 at 7:30 AM
FBB Fertiliser - can't believe the price
I use this companyFertilisers & Compost - Elixir Garden Supplies
I use this companyFertilisers & Compost - Elixir Garden Supplies
I use this companyFertilisers & Compost - Elixir Garden Supplies
I use this companyFertilisers & Compost - Elixir Garden Supplies
Jenny_Aster, Apr 4, 2026 at 9:37 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Spruce
Apr 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Help with plant selection for gravel patch.
@Smcask This Adding Sand To Clay Soils Myth - Bite Sized Gardening explains what every real gardener told in the former Gardener World forum and here too.
@Smcask This Adding Sand To Clay Soils Myth - Bite Sized Gardening explains what every real gardener told in the former Gardener World forum and here too.
@Smcask This Adding Sand To Clay Soils Myth - Bite Sized Gardening explains what every real gardener told in the former Gardener World forum and here too.
@Smcask This Adding Sand To Clay Soils Myth - Bite Sized Gardening explains what every real gardener told in the former Gardener World forum and here too.
Smcask, Mar 22, 2026, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 4, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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Miracle Gro MPC - avoid!
Wickes have an offer on their compost reduced from £6.50 to £4 till Wednesday so I'm off to get a top up.
Wickes have an offer on their compost reduced from £6.50 to £4 till Wednesday so I'm off to get a top up.
Wickes have an offer on their compost reduced from £6.50 to £4 till Wednesday so I'm off to get a top up.
Wickes have an offer on their compost reduced from £6.50 to £4 till Wednesday so I'm off to get a top up.
Fat Controller, Mar 28, 2024, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 3 4 5
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cactus_girl
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I'm planning to get my seedlings out to the greenhouse this coming wednesday. It will be the morning after the last time it goes below freezing. It is forecast to be 1c. I'll hook up the mains...
I'm planning to get my seedlings out to the greenhouse this coming wednesday. It will be the morning after the last time it goes below freezing. It is forecast to be 1c. I'll hook up the mains natural gas heater to make sure the temperature does not fall below that.In the meantime I'm sorting...
I'm planning to get my seedlings out to the greenhouse this coming wednesday. It will be the morning after the last time it goes below freezing. It is forecast to be 1c. I'll hook up the mains natural gas heater to make sure the temperature does...
I'm planning to get my seedlings out to the greenhouse this coming wednesday. It will be the morning after the last time it goes below freezing. It is forecast to be 1c. I'll hook up the mains...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 42 43 44
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CanadianLori
Apr 5, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 30 31 32
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Ladybird4
Apr 5, 2026 at 7:04 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
@Ergates If you leave them to set seed and they're happy they soon spread.
@Ergates If you leave them to set seed and they're happy they soon spread.
@Ergates If you leave them to set seed and they're happy they soon spread.
@Ergates If you leave them to set seed and they're happy they soon spread.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 8 9 10
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NigelJ
Apr 4, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Why not?
And you get to choose if you are a Red Giant or a White Dwarf or something in between ("a regular Sun please, no sugar")
And you get to choose if you are a Red Giant or a White Dwarf or something in between ("a regular Sun please, no sugar")
And you get to choose if you are a Red Giant or a White Dwarf or something in between ("a regular Sun please, no sugar")
And you get to choose if you are a Red Giant or a White Dwarf or something in between ("a regular Sun please, no sugar")
Tidemark, Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM, Container Gardening ... 2 3
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Selleri
Apr 3, 2026 at 10:04 PM
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Terrace in the Mediterranean
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the...
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the yellow tulips to give me sunshine!
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the yellow tulips to give me sunshine!
I do think the merlot tulips look gorgeous @PzaMayor3 - but that's because I love the richer colours. In your sunny environment they show up well, whereas in cloudy Wales, I have to rely on the...
PzaMayor3, Feb 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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CarolineL
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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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
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Acers
Acers
Acers
Acers

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

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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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
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
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Long staying Mandarin in Poole Park, only comes for the Winter and early Spring then disappears until next November.Moorhen.
Long staying Mandarin in Poole Park, only comes for the Winter and early Spring then disappears until next November.Moorhen.
Long staying Mandarin in Poole Park, only comes for the Winter and early Spring then disappears until next November.Moorhen.
Long staying Mandarin in Poole Park, only comes for the Winter and early Spring then disappears until next November.Moorhen.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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strongylodon
Apr 3, 2026 at 4:32 PM

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