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House Martins, Swallows & Swifts
I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
Spruce, Apr 8, 2021, Wildlife Corner ... 7 8 9
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:35 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
On an old footpath we found a dozen giant badger holes, and a cool parasitic plant. I searched and found "toothwort" as a match. Cool!Cowslips are coming out, a bit later than primroses, and...
On an old footpath we found a dozen giant badger holes, and a cool parasitic plant. I searched and found "toothwort" as a match. Cool!Cowslips are coming out, a bit later than primroses, and I found nearby a patch what seems like a hybrid? is this the natural polyanthus hybrid? really...
On an old footpath we found a dozen giant badger holes, and a cool parasitic plant. I searched and found "toothwort" as a match. Cool!Cowslips are coming out, a bit later than primroses, and I found nearby a patch what seems like a hybrid?...
On an old footpath we found a dozen giant badger holes, and a cool parasitic plant. I searched and found "toothwort" as a match. Cool!Cowslips are coming out, a bit later than primroses, and...

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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Adam I
Apr 4, 2026 at 9:11 PM
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RESULT OF THE MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
shiney, Apr 1, 2026 at 4:41 AM, Photo Competitions
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cactus_girl
Apr 1, 2026 at 1:04 PM
TurfWorld Limited
truggling to get your lawn looking its best after laying turf? Here’s something that might help…We speak to a lot of customers who’ve laid fresh turf and then aren’t quite sure what to do next....
truggling to get your lawn looking its best after laying turf? Here’s something that might help…We speak to a lot of customers who’ve laid fresh turf and then aren’t quite sure what to do next. The first few weeks (and months) make a massive difference to how your lawn establishes and looks...
truggling to get your lawn looking its best after laying turf? Here’s something that might help…We speak to a lot of customers who’ve laid fresh turf and then aren’t quite sure what to do next. The first few weeks (and months) make a massive...
truggling to get your lawn looking its best after laying turf? Here’s something that might help…We speak to a lot of customers who’ve laid fresh turf and then aren’t quite sure what to do next....
Warren Jones, Dec 3, 2025, Business Directory
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Warren Jones
Apr 1, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Mushroom compost
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
pete, Mar 27, 2026, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 2
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:22 AM
Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Allotment Boy
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner
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strongylodon
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:03 PM
MO Bactor Instant - thoughts
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Pyracantha removal
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as suggested in my earlier post, reseed the...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 92 93 94
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Removing Ivy from Fence and ground
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Switching Olive Tree from Plastic Pot to Long Term Pot Advice
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and falls on a side, it may crack. I went from clay to...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
NoviceGardener2023, Mar 29, 2026 at 4:17 PM, Trees
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Alisa
Mar 31, 2026 at 11:18 AM
Camellia leaves brown patches
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
Peteski2024, Mar 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Peteski2024
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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Chillies 2026
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.

CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:20 AM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us.
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us. ...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
Kevin Cowans, Feb 14, 2026, Tools And Equipment ... 2
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Little_Weed
Mar 30, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Cordyline Australis: Is this dead?
That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
That looks very similar to the one my brother has. We had colder than -5c here this year and it suggests burgandy spires can only take a lite frost, so perhaps similar cultivars are the same.
collinsc, Mar 29, 2026 at 2:02 PM, Other Plants ... 2
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293
Thevictorian
Mar 30, 2026 at 11:42 AM

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