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What are we doing in the garden 2026
The compost we had bought and sowed seeds.......RUBBISH! The dwarf french beans rotted out, the maize started and then rotted out and on goes the sad story. Even repotting some house plants had to...
The compost we had bought and sowed seeds.......RUBBISH! The dwarf french beans rotted out, the maize started and then rotted out and on goes the sad story. Even repotting some house plants had to be redone because the compost went mouldy in a day. What is wrong with compost these days?
The compost we had bought and sowed seeds.......RUBBISH! The dwarf french beans rotted out, the maize started and then rotted out and on goes the sad story. Even repotting some house plants had to be redone because the compost went mouldy in a...
The compost we had bought and sowed seeds.......RUBBISH! The dwarf french beans rotted out, the maize started and then rotted out and on goes the sad story. Even repotting some house plants had to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 43 44 45
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On the Levels
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Just for fun- you win the lottery and... what would you get for your garden?
I'm another who would buy a different place, and I'd employ a gardener to help me because I've become old and can't do the things I used to do. I'd have in my new garden, two heated greenhouses...
I'm another who would buy a different place, and I'd employ a gardener to help me because I've become old and can't do the things I used to do. I'd have in my new garden, two heated greenhouses and a proper heated craft room. And I'd enjoy going to garden centres and not worry about how much...
I'm another who would buy a different place, and I'd employ a gardener to help me because I've become old and can't do the things I used to do. I'd have in my new garden, two heated greenhouses and a proper heated craft room. And I'd enjoy going...
I'm another who would buy a different place, and I'd employ a gardener to help me because I've become old and can't do the things I used to do. I'd have in my new garden, two heated greenhouses...
Selleri, Apr 5, 2026 at 7:41 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Michael Hewett
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:25 PM
ID a wooden bird
They are magnificent birds and seeing one on the ground at close quarters they are BIG. I see them often around here. I'm not such a fan of them though - over the years they've must have eaten...
They are magnificent birds and seeing one on the ground at close quarters they are BIG. I see them often around here. I'm not such a fan of them though - over the years they've must have eaten £00's of my fish .
They are magnificent birds and seeing one on the ground at close quarters they are BIG. I see them often around here. I'm not such a fan of them though - over the years they've must have eaten £00's of my fish .
They are magnificent birds and seeing one on the ground at close quarters they are BIG. I see them often around here. I'm not such a fan of them though - over the years they've must have eaten...
Selleri, Apr 5, 2026 at 5:49 PM, Identification Area
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Pete8
Apr 5, 2026 at 7:51 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Very rough last night, winds dropped to 40mph for most of the day now about 20mph 5 degrees but it was a nice sunny day
Very rough last night, winds dropped to 40mph for most of the day now about 20mph 5 degrees but it was a nice sunny day
Very rough last night, winds dropped to 40mph for most of the day now about 20mph 5 degrees but it was a nice sunny day
Very rough last night, winds dropped to 40mph for most of the day now about 20mph 5 degrees but it was a nice sunny day
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 144 145 146
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burnie
Apr 5, 2026 at 8:18 PM
Plants you don't grow
I wouldn't say its unusual but they is one plant I cant stand and that's snowberries.I like most plants and keen to try them but an unusual plant I don't have any intentions of growing yet is...
I wouldn't say its unusual but they is one plant I cant stand and that's snowberries.I like most plants and keen to try them but an unusual plant I don't have any intentions of growing yet is Hibiscus, I don't dislike them flowers are nice its just everything else. I've had fazes with others...
I wouldn't say its unusual but they is one plant I cant stand and that's snowberries.I like most plants and keen to try them but an unusual plant I don't have any intentions of growing yet is Hibiscus, I don't dislike them flowers are nice its...
I wouldn't say its unusual but they is one plant I cant stand and that's snowberries.I like most plants and keen to try them but an unusual plant I don't have any intentions of growing yet is...
Erigeron, Apr 5, 2026 at 11:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Perki
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Whaaattt?
I still use what are now called almost, or sometimes fully, archaic words. That is mainly because I enjoy being bloody awkward .As I have come late to this topic I shall only put in a groat's...
I still use what are now called almost, or sometimes fully, archaic words. That is mainly because I enjoy being bloody awkward .As I have come late to this topic I shall only put in a groat's worth of comments and particularly eschew any modern terminology.With regard to using 'in' and...
I still use what are now called almost, or sometimes fully, archaic words. That is mainly because I enjoy being bloody awkward .As I have come late to this topic I shall only put in a groat's worth of comments and particularly eschew any...
I still use what are now called almost, or sometimes fully, archaic words. That is mainly because I enjoy being bloody awkward .As I have come late to this topic I shall only put in a groat's...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 419 420 421
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shiney
Apr 5, 2026 at 9:32 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
Which phormiums? I can only see tulips in pots
Which phormiums? I can only see tulips in pots
Which phormiums? I can only see tulips in pots
Which phormiums? I can only see tulips in pots
Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 16 17 18
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good evening all. Well it took a bit of time but the wind did finally drop. The sun shone but it was telling lies as there was no noticeable rise in temperature, in fact it was uncomfortably cool....
Good evening all. Well it took a bit of time but the wind did finally drop. The sun shone but it was telling lies as there was no noticeable rise in temperature, in fact it was uncomfortably cool. I finished repotting spider plants, streptocarpus and the last of the pelargonium cuttings indoors....
Good evening all. Well it took a bit of time but the wind did finally drop. The sun shone but it was telling lies as there was no noticeable rise in temperature, in fact it was uncomfortably cool. I finished repotting spider plants, streptocarpus...
Good evening all. Well it took a bit of time but the wind did finally drop. The sun shone but it was telling lies as there was no noticeable rise in temperature, in fact it was uncomfortably cool....

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 93 94 95
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Ladybird4
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:29 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Today I moved the majority of my plants from 5.5 cm pots into 1 litre pots where they are supposed to stay till planting out. Will start bringing them into the greenhouse for a daytime. Hopefully...
Today I moved the majority of my plants from 5.5 cm pots into 1 litre pots where they are supposed to stay till planting out. Will start bringing them into the greenhouse for a daytime. Hopefully from midApril they can stay there overnight. Going to be a very cold night here too today.
Today I moved the majority of my plants from 5.5 cm pots into 1 litre pots where they are supposed to stay till planting out. Will start bringing them into the greenhouse for a daytime. Hopefully from midApril they can stay there overnight. Going...
Today I moved the majority of my plants from 5.5 cm pots into 1 litre pots where they are supposed to stay till planting out. Will start bringing them into the greenhouse for a daytime. Hopefully...

eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 8 9 10
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Alisa
Apr 5, 2026 at 8:42 PM
Ideas for what herbs and veg I can grow in raised beds in shade
The Best Fruit Plants & Fruit Trees for Shady Areas - Chris Bowers & Sons
The Best Fruit Plants & Fruit Trees for Shady Areas - Chris Bowers & Sons
The Best Fruit Plants & Fruit Trees for Shady Areas - Chris Bowers & Sons
The Best Fruit Plants & Fruit Trees for Shady Areas - Chris Bowers & Sons
Sian in Belgium, Apr 3, 2026 at 12:46 PM, Edible Gardening
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Pinching out cosmos
I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy...
I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy are more often than not already flowering, because they sell better that way.
I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy are more often than not already flowering,...
I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy...
Emerion, Apr 4, 2026 at 3:38 PM, Other Plants
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pete
Apr 5, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Raised Bed Help needed?
Hi @paulkane1 , I find knee high raised bed quite comfortable for all the bending over. Mine is just a makeshift job done with old fence panels I took down, fixed together with angle brackets....
Hi @paulkane1 , I find knee high raised bed quite comfortable for all the bending over. Mine is just a makeshift job done with old fence panels I took down, fixed together with angle brackets.Carrots can be sown soon, depending on your local climate. Lettuce and radishes are also tolerant....
Hi @paulkane1 , I find knee high raised bed quite comfortable for all the bending over. Mine is just a makeshift job done with old fence panels I took down, fixed together with angle brackets.Carrots can be sown soon, depending on your local...
Hi @paulkane1 , I find knee high raised bed quite comfortable for all the bending over. Mine is just a makeshift job done with old fence panels I took down, fixed together with angle brackets....
paulkane1, Apr 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM, Edible Gardening
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Selleri
Apr 5, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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
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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
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
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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
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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...

Cordy, Sep 25, 2020, Container Gardening ... 2 3
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Cordy
Apr 5, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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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
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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
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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