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  1. garden_shade

    New Gardener - help!

    Thanks folks - I shall go hunting for a border spade and take it from there!@Stephen Southwest a couple of bushes were leaning heavily into our 6ft fence and - coupled with the winds - pushed...
    Thanks folks - I shall go hunting for a border spade and take it from there!@Stephen Southwest a couple of bushes were leaning heavily into our 6ft fence and - coupled with the winds - pushed the fence into the neighbours so I'm having to remove a couple of bushes to get better access in order...
    Thanks folks - I shall go hunting for a border spade and take it from there!@Stephen Southwest a couple of bushes were leaning heavily into our 6ft fence and - coupled with the winds - pushed the fence into the neighbours so I'm having to...
    Thanks folks - I shall go hunting for a border spade and take it from there!@Stephen Southwest a couple of bushes were leaning heavily into our 6ft fence and - coupled with the winds - pushed...
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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

    Your travels sound interesting @redstar I know people here who have their classic cars and who are passionate about sharing knowledge. We're having a picky leftover supper. Calling it 'tapas'!!
    Your travels sound interesting @redstar I know people here who have their classic cars and who are passionate about sharing knowledge. We're having a picky leftover supper. Calling it 'tapas'!!
    Your travels sound interesting @redstar I know people here who have their classic cars and who are passionate about sharing knowledge. We're having a picky leftover supper. Calling it 'tapas'!!
    Your travels sound interesting @redstar I know people here who have their classic cars and who are passionate about sharing knowledge. We're having a picky leftover supper. Calling it 'tapas'!!
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  4. JWK
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    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    Our temp has gone down today, 12.4c vow. Dirty Drizzle day.
    Our temp has gone down today, 12.4c vow. Dirty Drizzle day.
    Our temp has gone down today, 12.4c vow. Dirty Drizzle day.
    Our temp has gone down today, 12.4c vow. Dirty Drizzle day.
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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.

    Tomorrow may turn out to be one of those days when politics and religion are pretty unavoidable. :hate-shocked: Let's hope not, eh?
    Tomorrow may turn out to be one of those days when politics and religion are pretty unavoidable. :hate-shocked: Let's hope not, eh?
    Tomorrow may turn out to be one of those days when politics and religion are pretty unavoidable. :hate-shocked: Let's hope not, eh?
    Tomorrow may turn out to be one of those days when politics and religion are pretty unavoidable. :hate-shocked: Let's hope not, eh?
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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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  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

    Greenhouse checked and watered as required. Finished weeding one bed and started on the second large flower bed. Removed a couple of Buddleja nivea seedlings and a sucker first time I've had a...
    Greenhouse checked and watered as required. Finished weeding one bed and started on the second large flower bed. Removed a couple of Buddleja nivea seedlings and a sucker first time I've had a sucker on a Buddleja.
    Greenhouse checked and watered as required. Finished weeding one bed and started on the second large flower bed. Removed a couple of Buddleja nivea seedlings and a sucker first time I've had a sucker on a Buddleja.
    Greenhouse checked and watered as required. Finished weeding one bed and started on the second large flower bed. Removed a couple of Buddleja nivea seedlings and a sucker first time I've had a...
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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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