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  1. garden_shade

    New Gardener - help!

    You might want to see what the shrub is before deciding to dig it out - once the leaves are out it'll be easier to identify - is it a rose perhaps?It's possible that it could benefit from...
    You might want to see what the shrub is before deciding to dig it out - once the leaves are out it'll be easier to identify - is it a rose perhaps?It's possible that it could benefit from pruning, but hard to say until you know what it is.I'm confused as to how it is damaging the fence?I'd...
    You might want to see what the shrub is before deciding to dig it out - once the leaves are out it'll be easier to identify - is it a rose perhaps?It's possible that it could benefit from pruning, but hard to say until you know what it is.I'm...
    You might want to see what the shrub is before deciding to dig it out - once the leaves are out it'll be easier to identify - is it a rose perhaps?It's possible that it could benefit from...
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  2. Erigeron

    Plants you don't grow

    I used to have a Sumac tree in a previous garden. I did actually like it but it certainly likes to travel !! Not ideal for the average garden but makes an impressive roadside avenue.
    I used to have a Sumac tree in a previous garden. I did actually like it but it certainly likes to travel !! Not ideal for the average garden but makes an impressive roadside avenue.
    I used to have a Sumac tree in a previous garden. I did actually like it but it certainly likes to travel !! Not ideal for the average garden but makes an impressive roadside avenue.
    I used to have a Sumac tree in a previous garden. I did actually like it but it certainly likes to travel !! Not ideal for the average garden but makes an impressive roadside avenue.
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  3. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Thank you @lizzie27 for saying that, she was certainly nasty to me. Did not know she had been banned before. Anyway, moving on.We are counting very few days here before our next trip. This...
    Thank you @lizzie27 for saying that, she was certainly nasty to me. Did not know she had been banned before. Anyway, moving on.We are counting very few days here before our next trip. This time we go to Louisville, KY . Certainly, neat to see the countryside as we drive the interstate. ...
    Thank you @lizzie27 for saying that, she was certainly nasty to me. Did not know she had been banned before. Anyway, moving on.We are counting very few days here before our next trip. This time we go to Louisville, KY . Certainly, neat to...
    Thank you @lizzie27 for saying that, she was certainly nasty to me. Did not know she had been banned before. Anyway, moving on.We are counting very few days here before our next trip. This...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It still hasn't got up to the freezing point. we are at 27f -3c and almost lunch time. I was hoping to get the last little bit of hardscaping done but I really don't like working out there when...
    It still hasn't got up to the freezing point. we are at 27f -3c and almost lunch time. I was hoping to get the last little bit of hardscaping done but I really don't like working out there when it's below freezing. And there's a brisk wind to go with that too :doh:
    It still hasn't got up to the freezing point. we are at 27f -3c and almost lunch time. I was hoping to get the last little bit of hardscaping done but I really don't like working out there when it's below freezing. And there's a brisk wind to...
    It still hasn't got up to the freezing point. we are at 27f -3c and almost lunch time. I was hoping to get the last little bit of hardscaping done but I really don't like working out there when...
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  5. Logan
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  6. JWK
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    Tomato Taste Test 2025

    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
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  7. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    Yes it was in the wrong section (not the end of the world, easily fixed) but as a gardening forum we also try to avoid politics and religion. It has a horrible ability to be divisive with opposing...
    Yes it was in the wrong section (not the end of the world, easily fixed) but as a gardening forum we also try to avoid politics and religion. It has a horrible ability to be divisive with opposing views often being deeply entrenched. Occasional mentions are unavoidable but a dedicated thread is...
    Yes it was in the wrong section (not the end of the world, easily fixed) but as a gardening forum we also try to avoid politics and religion. It has a horrible ability to be divisive with opposing views often being deeply entrenched. Occasional...
    Yes it was in the wrong section (not the end of the world, easily fixed) but as a gardening forum we also try to avoid politics and religion. It has a horrible ability to be divisive with opposing...
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  8. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Someone told me rhubarb was expensive but I've never looked as it pretty much grows wild down our allotment. 90% of what I pick is given to others, now I know why:)
    Someone told me rhubarb was expensive but I've never looked as it pretty much grows wild down our allotment. 90% of what I pick is given to others, now I know why:)
    Someone told me rhubarb was expensive but I've never looked as it pretty much grows wild down our allotment. 90% of what I pick is given to others, now I know why:)
    Someone told me rhubarb was expensive but I've never looked as it pretty much grows wild down our allotment. 90% of what I pick is given to others, now I know why:)
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  9. hans

    Rooks

    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a...
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a issue. Winter storms would seem very likely regarding nest removal.
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a issue. Winter storms would seem very likely regarding...
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a...
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  10. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Tulips in the afternoon sun.
    Tulips in the afternoon sun.
    Tulips in the afternoon sun.
    Tulips in the afternoon sun.
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  11. Tidemark
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    Whaaattt?

    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always bring very strong, heartfelt opinions/views and whilst we actively foster free speech and open...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always bring very strong, heartfelt opinions/views and whilst...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always...
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  12. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    I think most of the things that were there we didn't really like. We will keep some of the trees though. I'll take an updated picture and show you what I'm working with - thanks @NigelJ . You can...
    I think most of the things that were there we didn't really like. We will keep some of the trees though. I'll take an updated picture and show you what I'm working with - thanks @NigelJ . You can probably tell we're very new to this! What we'd like is something with a bit of height really -...
    I think most of the things that were there we didn't really like. We will keep some of the trees though. I'll take an updated picture and show you what I'm working with - thanks @NigelJ . You can probably tell we're very new to this! What we'd...
    I think most of the things that were there we didn't really like. We will keep some of the trees though. I'll take an updated picture and show you what I'm working with - thanks @NigelJ . You can...
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  13. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    My summer house is so full I can only just get the door open, Ill put that on the list of jobs to do.......perhaps:whistle:
    My summer house is so full I can only just get the door open, Ill put that on the list of jobs to do.......perhaps:whistle:
    My summer house is so full I can only just get the door open, Ill put that on the list of jobs to do.......perhaps:whistle:
    My summer house is so full I can only just get the door open, Ill put that on the list of jobs to do.......perhaps:whistle:
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  14. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    @Scroggin not seen a town hall clock plant for years. Lovely photo as always.
    @Scroggin not seen a town hall clock plant for years. Lovely photo as always.
    @Scroggin not seen a town hall clock plant for years. Lovely photo as always.
    @Scroggin not seen a town hall clock plant for years. Lovely photo as always.
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  15. Philippa
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    World Politics

    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
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  16. Fat Controller
    Informative x 4

    Financial Scams - BE ALERT

    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a free IPad.it’s a scam please don’t follow the instructions otherwise you will lose money.Just end...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a free IPad.it’s a scam please don’t follow the...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a...
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  17. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
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  18. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the place. Holly blue and small whites on "non stop". 2 little egrets just flew over, had 8 late afternoon...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the place. Holly blue and small whites on "non stop". 2...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the...
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  19. LilyTL

    Reusing soil from wisteria pots

    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser such as blood, fish and bone or pelleted chicken manure and some leaf mould or other fibrous matter to...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser such as blood, fish and bone or pelleted chicken...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser...
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  20. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
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    5
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    348
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