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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Re gardening budgets:- I don't have one for the garden apart from capital costs such as having to buy a new greenhouse when the fifty year old one collapsed.We're fortunate that we never have to...
    Re gardening budgets:- I don't have one for the garden apart from capital costs such as having to buy a new greenhouse when the fifty year old one collapsed.We're fortunate that we never have to buy plant trays or pots or similar items as people are always bringing their used ones to us - we...
    Re gardening budgets:- I don't have one for the garden apart from capital costs such as having to buy a new greenhouse when the fifty year old one collapsed.We're fortunate that we never have to buy plant trays or pots or similar items as...
    Re gardening budgets:- I don't have one for the garden apart from capital costs such as having to buy a new greenhouse when the fifty year old one collapsed.We're fortunate that we never have to...
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  2. JWK
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  3. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either but will probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo...
    Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either but will probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every autumn and spring and keep them watered. They have a tendency to bolt and are nowhere near as...
    Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either but will probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo every autumn and spring and keep them watered. They...
    Please let us know how it goesI haven't tried from seed either but will probably have to as the plants I've bought here don't do well in heat and drought, tho I feed them rotted horse poo...
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  4. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Got these the other day from farmyard nurseries, can't remember what most of them are now but for agapanthus twister - ageratum corymbosum - mix of aplines - isodon and few others. Bit of a mix up...
    Got these the other day from farmyard nurseries, can't remember what most of them are now but for agapanthus twister - ageratum corymbosum - mix of aplines - isodon and few others. Bit of a mix up on one of the plants I've mentioned it and they did ring me back but unfortunately I were out, I'll...
    Got these the other day from farmyard nurseries, can't remember what most of them are now but for agapanthus twister - ageratum corymbosum - mix of aplines - isodon and few others. Bit of a mix up on one of the plants I've mentioned it and they...
    Got these the other day from farmyard nurseries, can't remember what most of them are now but for agapanthus twister - ageratum corymbosum - mix of aplines - isodon and few others. Bit of a mix up...
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  5. CanadianLori

    Ice Plant seedlings not growing

    Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
    Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
    Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
    Ah @CanadianLori your reply crossed with mine. You can ignore it now
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  6. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Tulips in tub
    Tulips in tub
    Tulips in tub
    Tulips in tub
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  7. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It was windy yesterday evening, but no rain. Currently 7c and trying to rain, but not really. Just little rain clouds that quickly dissolve. Up to 10c with sunshine and clouds to expect after 10...
    It was windy yesterday evening, but no rain. Currently 7c and trying to rain, but not really. Just little rain clouds that quickly dissolve. Up to 10c with sunshine and clouds to expect after 10 o'clock. Sunrise Today: 06:33 Sunset Today: 19:47
    It was windy yesterday evening, but no rain. Currently 7c and trying to rain, but not really. Just little rain clouds that quickly dissolve. Up to 10c with sunshine and clouds to expect after 10 o'clock. Sunrise Today: 06:33 Sunset Today: 19:47
    It was windy yesterday evening, but no rain. Currently 7c and trying to rain, but not really. Just little rain clouds that quickly dissolve. Up to 10c with sunshine and clouds to expect after 10...
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  8. JWK
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    What's Looking Exotic 2026

    Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
    Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
    Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
    Coelogyne cristata Correa Pink Mist has been flowering for months Dendrobium kingianum. I have 2 pots, sourced from different suppliers (accidentally). This one flowers far more than the other.
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  9. PzaMayor3
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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...
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  10. Emerion

    Pinching out cosmos

    That reminds me I havnt sown mine
    That reminds me I havnt sown mine
    That reminds me I havnt sown mine
    That reminds me I havnt sown mine
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  11. Fat Controller
    Informative x 6

    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.
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  12. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I love Fuchsia and checked the RHS site for hardy fuchsias. I like the classical colours and will contact CBPlants if they have Fuchsia 'Mrs Popple'. If so, I would buy them next Sunday at the...
    I love Fuchsia and checked the RHS site for hardy fuchsias. I like the classical colours and will contact CBPlants if they have Fuchsia 'Mrs Popple'. If so, I would buy them next Sunday at the Rare Plant Fair.
    I love Fuchsia and checked the RHS site for hardy fuchsias. I like the classical colours and will contact CBPlants if they have Fuchsia 'Mrs Popple'. If so, I would buy them next Sunday at the Rare Plant Fair.
    I love Fuchsia and checked the RHS site for hardy fuchsias. I like the classical colours and will contact CBPlants if they have Fuchsia 'Mrs Popple'. If so, I would buy them next Sunday at the...
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  13. RustyH

    Lack of Knowledge, trying to do a project!!

    Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately...
    Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately 3hrs of Morning Sunshine in the Summer Months and 2hrs in the Evening.We like explosions of...
    Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately 3hrs of Morning Sunshine in the Summer Months and...
    Good Morning All,Hope everyone is well.We’re just in the process of trying (pulling out hair out!) to design our planting for our front garden.It is mostly North Facing, with approximately...
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  14. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a...
    At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a top shelf just under the glass so they're getting maximum light. In the evening they come in the house...
    At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a top shelf just under the glass so they're getting...
    At the moment I carry mine down to the greenhouse every morning once I've checked the temperature there is above 10ºC. I'm only growing 5 plants so they all fit easily in one tray. They go on a...
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  15. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    I used to root zonal pelargoniums in water, then pot them up. I do that for penstemons too.I hope @lizzie27's eye is getting better. I've had that problem before.This morning I went to the...
    I used to root zonal pelargoniums in water, then pot them up. I do that for penstemons too.I hope @lizzie27's eye is getting better. I've had that problem before.This morning I went to the monthly church coffee morning. There was a yummy Simnel cake. I love marzipan.Cedric didn't come...
    I used to root zonal pelargoniums in water, then pot them up. I do that for penstemons too.I hope @lizzie27's eye is getting better. I've had that problem before.This morning I went to the monthly church coffee morning. There was a yummy...
    I used to root zonal pelargoniums in water, then pot them up. I do that for penstemons too.I hope @lizzie27's eye is getting better. I've had that problem before.This morning I went to the...
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  16. JWK
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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.
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  17. Macraignil

    Tree that sprouted near compost heap.

    Discovering now whatever peach cultivar we have doesnt make petals, its just a pink calyx. Could be its perpetual infection by leaf curl though. Seems to still pollinate!
    Discovering now whatever peach cultivar we have doesnt make petals, its just a pink calyx. Could be its perpetual infection by leaf curl though. Seems to still pollinate!
    Discovering now whatever peach cultivar we have doesnt make petals, its just a pink calyx. Could be its perpetual infection by leaf curl though. Seems to still pollinate!
    Discovering now whatever peach cultivar we have doesnt make petals, its just a pink calyx. Could be its perpetual infection by leaf curl though. Seems to still pollinate!
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  18. Jenny_Aster

    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
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  19. Smcask

    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.
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  20. JWK
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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.
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