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Bury squash stems when pricking out?
The squash have exploded into life while I was away for the weekend - hurrah!When pricking them out, do you bury the stems like a tomato, or keep the compost the same level as before? Thanks...
The squash have exploded into life while I was away for the weekend - hurrah!When pricking them out, do you bury the stems like a tomato, or keep the compost the same level as before? Thanks muchly, Stephen
The squash have exploded into life while I was away for the weekend - hurrah!When pricking them out, do you bury the stems like a tomato, or keep the compost the same level as before? Thanks muchly, Stephen
The squash have exploded into life while I was away for the weekend - hurrah!When pricking them out, do you bury the stems like a tomato, or keep the compost the same level as before? Thanks...
Stephen Southwest, Apr 12, 2026 at 8:08 PM, Edible Gardening
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Apr 12, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
A very distant Hoopoe in a paddock not far from home.
A very distant Hoopoe in a paddock not far from home.
A very distant Hoopoe in a paddock not far from home.
A very distant Hoopoe in a paddock not far from home.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 4 5 6
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strongylodon
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:57 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Because I'm a skinflint, I made a framework like a ladder out of thick bamboos I had previously cut from a feral plantation of them. A lot cheaper (free) than fancy obelisks or pyramids. Then...
Because I'm a skinflint, I made a framework like a ladder out of thick bamboos I had previously cut from a feral plantation of them. A lot cheaper (free) than fancy obelisks or pyramids. Then planted holboelia and akebia against it. Fingers crossed... Also decided I needed stepping stones in my...
Because I'm a skinflint, I made a framework like a ladder out of thick bamboos I had previously cut from a feral plantation of them. A lot cheaper (free) than fancy obelisks or pyramids. Then planted holboelia and akebia against it. Fingers...
Because I'm a skinflint, I made a framework like a ladder out of thick bamboos I had previously cut from a feral plantation of them. A lot cheaper (free) than fancy obelisks or pyramids. Then...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 47 48 49
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CarolineL
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Cantua buxifoliaViburnum chingiiMahonia pallidaTulipa "Queen of the Night"Berberis napaulensis napaulensisTulipa "White Imperator"Ipheion "Rigel"Ipheion "Denver...
Cantua buxifoliaViburnum chingiiMahonia pallidaTulipa "Queen of the Night"Berberis napaulensis napaulensisTulipa "White Imperator"Ipheion "Rigel"Ipheion "Denver Daybreak"Polystichum proliferumBergenia purpurea "Rotblum"Lonicera tatarica, a bit of a thug and...
Cantua buxifoliaViburnum chingiiMahonia pallidaTulipa "Queen of the Night"Berberis napaulensis napaulensisTulipa "White Imperator"Ipheion "Rigel"Ipheion "Denver Daybreak"Polystichum proliferumBergenia purpurea...
Cantua buxifoliaViburnum chingiiMahonia pallidaTulipa "Queen of the Night"Berberis napaulensis napaulensisTulipa "White Imperator"Ipheion "Rigel"Ipheion "Denver...

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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NigelJ
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I don't know if any of you are fans of 'Grace'? Unfortunately it clashes with 'The Other Bennet Sister' which I know several of you are interested in and enjoying. I have become rather hooked on...
I don't know if any of you are fans of 'Grace'? Unfortunately it clashes with 'The Other Bennet Sister' which I know several of you are interested in and enjoying. I have become rather hooked on this new series and am looking forward to tonight's episode. That is my cue for bidding you all 'good...
I don't know if any of you are fans of 'Grace'? Unfortunately it clashes with 'The Other Bennet Sister' which I know several of you are interested in and enjoying. I have become rather hooked on this new series and am looking forward to tonight's...
I don't know if any of you are fans of 'Grace'? Unfortunately it clashes with 'The Other Bennet Sister' which I know several of you are interested in and enjoying. I have become rather hooked on...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 99 100 101
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Ladybird4
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM
What’s in a name?
I thought fish cakes were mostly made with smoked haddock rather than mackerel.
I thought fish cakes were mostly made with smoked haddock rather than mackerel.
I thought fish cakes were mostly made with smoked haddock rather than mackerel.
I thought fish cakes were mostly made with smoked haddock rather than mackerel.
Shades of Night, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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pete
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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Fond of Fronds
Emerging fronds on Polystichum proliferum
Emerging fronds on Polystichum proliferum
Emerging fronds on Polystichum proliferum
Emerging fronds on Polystichum proliferum

micearguers, Mar 19, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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NigelJ
Apr 12, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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Migration to NEW software & server
I can see it clearly on iPad but not at all on iPhone. I,too, had forgotten it was there.
I can see it clearly on iPad but not at all on iPhone. I,too, had forgotten it was there.
I can see it clearly on iPad but not at all on iPhone. I,too, had forgotten it was there.
I can see it clearly on iPad but not at all on iPhone. I,too, had forgotten it was there.
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 4 5 6
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Songbird
Apr 12, 2026 at 6:41 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have been surprised before with finding woodlice inside light fittings and behind wall sockets. Rather...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have been surprised before with finding woodlice inside...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 98 99 100
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Ergates
Apr 12, 2026 at 6:41 PM
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Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's...
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's not too abundant.
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's not too abundant.
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's...
Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
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BB3
Apr 12, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Sudden black clouds and sharp showers followed by strong sun. The wind has died down now and it will be 1c tonight.
Sudden black clouds and sharp showers followed by strong sun. The wind has died down now and it will be 1c tonight.
Sudden black clouds and sharp showers followed by strong sun. The wind has died down now and it will be 1c tonight.
Sudden black clouds and sharp showers followed by strong sun. The wind has died down now and it will be 1c tonight.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 152 153 154
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cactus_girl
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing...
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing edible crops.
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing edible crops.
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 16 17 18
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Allotment Boy
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
Hi @simone_in_wiltshire I'm not quite sure of the relevance of that to me.We live in the country and have fields all around us so we provide a haven for wildlife (even have been awarded a...
Hi @simone_in_wiltshire I'm not quite sure of the relevance of that to me.We live in the country and have fields all around us so we provide a haven for wildlife (even have been awarded a plaque for a wildlife friendly garden - which we never display and never asked for ). We use no...
Hi @simone_in_wiltshire I'm not quite sure of the relevance of that to me.We live in the country and have fields all around us so we provide a haven for wildlife (even have been awarded a plaque for a wildlife friendly garden - which we never...
Hi @simone_in_wiltshire I'm not quite sure of the relevance of that to me.We live in the country and have fields all around us so we provide a haven for wildlife (even have been awarded a...
Pete8, Apr 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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shiney
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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Potato Growing 2026
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 3 4 5
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Penny_Forthem
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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House Martins, Swallows & Swifts
Wont see any around here until nearly June, even then not anything like the numbers there used to be and they dont stay long either, gone by mid August.
Wont see any around here until nearly June, even then not anything like the numbers there used to be and they dont stay long either, gone by mid August.
Wont see any around here until nearly June, even then not anything like the numbers there used to be and they dont stay long either, gone by mid August.
Wont see any around here until nearly June, even then not anything like the numbers there used to be and they dont stay long either, gone by mid August.
Spruce, Apr 8, 2021, Wildlife Corner ... 7 8 9
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pete
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Biggest problem with roses in the UK
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at least not at the moment. However, if there's something that you would like an opinion on, I would...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at least not at the moment. However, if there's...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at...
hard_stone_84, Apr 11, 2026 at 3:53 PM, Roses ... 2
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CostasK
Apr 12, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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Our garden sanctuary

Sienna's Blossom, Sep 17, 2021, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Sienna's Blossom
Apr 12, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 12 13 14
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 12, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 32 33 34
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Fat Controller
Apr 12, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Chelsea Flower Show - 1 ticket for 19 May 2026
@pete it’s 10pm on Friday 22 MayAnd right now a normal ticket (for non RHS members) for 22 May is £137
@pete it’s 10pm on Friday 22 MayAnd right now a normal ticket (for non RHS members) for 22 May is £137
@pete it’s 10pm on Friday 22 MayAnd right now a normal ticket (for non RHS members) for 22 May is £137
@pete it’s 10pm on Friday 22 MayAnd right now a normal ticket (for non RHS members) for 22 May is £137

Athelas, Apr 12, 2026 at 7:11 AM, For Sale
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Athelas
Apr 12, 2026 at 2:48 PM

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