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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
Erythronium ... one which has survived Dewi's digging !Prostrate Rosemary ...Andromeda ...Omphalodes ...Narcissus Pheasant's Eye ...Chaenomeles 'Madam Butterfly' and...
Erythronium ... one which has survived Dewi's digging !Prostrate Rosemary ...Andromeda ...Omphalodes ...Narcissus Pheasant's Eye ...Chaenomeles 'Madam Butterfly' and Narcissi ...Jacobinia pauciflora ...Tulipa clusiana 'Lady Jane' ...Dicentra (or...
Erythronium ... one which has survived Dewi's digging !Prostrate Rosemary ...Andromeda ...Omphalodes ...Narcissus Pheasant's Eye ...Chaenomeles 'Madam Butterfly' and Narcissi ...Jacobinia pauciflora...
Erythronium ... one which has survived Dewi's digging !Prostrate Rosemary ...Andromeda ...Omphalodes ...Narcissus Pheasant's Eye ...Chaenomeles 'Madam Butterfly' and...

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Apr 6, 2026 at 2:42 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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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
@cI live near the North Downs in Kent, the bluebell woodlands nearby are made up of beech with some sweet chestnut, oak and ash. There are areas that struggle with too much bramble here as well....
@cI live near the North Downs in Kent, the bluebell woodlands nearby are made up of beech with some sweet chestnut, oak and ash. There are areas that struggle with too much bramble here as well. Unfortunately many of our woods have been trashed with poorly executed coppicing. Using heavy...
@cI live near the North Downs in Kent, the bluebell woodlands nearby are made up of beech with some sweet chestnut, oak and ash. There are areas that struggle with too much bramble here as well. Unfortunately many of our woods have been trashed...
@cI live near the North Downs in Kent, the bluebell woodlands nearby are made up of beech with some sweet chestnut, oak and ash. There are areas that struggle with too much bramble here as well....
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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Scroggin
Apr 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM
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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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
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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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414
Thevictorian
Apr 5, 2026 at 11:01 AM
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APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Radiant Rapeseed
Radiant Rapeseed
Radiant Rapeseed
Radiant Rapeseed

shiney, Apr 1, 2026 at 9:54 AM, Photo Competitions
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Friendly
Apr 6, 2026 at 11:28 AM
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What's Cooking Today??
We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy

Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 82 83 84
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Hanglow
Apr 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM
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General Chat About Roses And Rose Gardens 2026
Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated
Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated
Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated
Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2026, Roses
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ChiveTalking
Apr 5, 2026 at 8:22 AM
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
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Glad to see you have ditched the steps/ slope idea and have done exactly as I suggested!! Looking really good, I hope you and Hannah have many years of enjoyment out of it.
Glad to see you have ditched the steps/ slope idea and have done exactly as I suggested!! Looking really good, I hope you and Hannah have many years of enjoyment out of it.
Glad to see you have ditched the steps/ slope idea and have done exactly as I suggested!! Looking really good, I hope you and Hannah have many years of enjoyment out of it.
Glad to see you have ditched the steps/ slope idea and have done exactly as I suggested!! Looking really good, I hope you and Hannah have many years of enjoyment out of it.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 18 19 20
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hailbopp
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:52 PM
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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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9,325
cactus_girl
Apr 4, 2026 at 11:34 PM
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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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8,175
NigelJ
Apr 4, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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
What Have I Disturbed?
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Sounds good to me!
Februarysgirl, Apr 4, 2026 at 5:21 PM, Wildlife Corner
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floralies
Apr 4, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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
CanadianLori, Apr 4, 2026 at 2:24 PM, Propagation This Month
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Michael Hewett
Apr 4, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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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.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3 4
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52
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2,736
CarolineL
Apr 4, 2026 at 3:52 PM

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