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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Not wishing to worry you @CostasK but they look like they need some TLC. Rather too much brown in the foliage suggests that the rootballs may have been allowed to dry out. Give them a plunge in a...
Not wishing to worry you @CostasK but they look like they need some TLC. Rather too much brown in the foliage suggests that the rootballs may have been allowed to dry out. Give them a plunge in a bucket of water for an hour before planting if it’s not too late. Good luck with them .
Not wishing to worry you @CostasK but they look like they need some TLC. Rather too much brown in the foliage suggests that the rootballs may have been allowed to dry out. Give them a plunge in a bucket of water for an hour before planting if...
Not wishing to worry you @CostasK but they look like they need some TLC. Rather too much brown in the foliage suggests that the rootballs may have been allowed to dry out. Give them a plunge in a...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 12 13 14
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Plantminded
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Portuguese laurel under stress
Hi,I thought I would provide an update, even though I am a bit embarrassed to share these photos, in case someone in the future is dealing with similar issues and searches the forum.On...
Hi,I thought I would provide an update, even though I am a bit embarrassed to share these photos, in case someone in the future is dealing with similar issues and searches the forum.On reflection I think that the rootball was too small for the size of the tree (when it was taken out of the...
Hi,I thought I would provide an update, even though I am a bit embarrassed to share these photos, in case someone in the future is dealing with similar issues and searches the forum.On reflection I think that the rootball was too small for...
Hi,I thought I would provide an update, even though I am a bit embarrassed to share these photos, in case someone in the future is dealing with similar issues and searches the forum.On...

CostasK, Mar 2, 2026, Trees
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CostasK
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I've seen running events advertised at various race courses some including the jumps, quite sure some people will compete in fancy dress, getting drunk normally happens after the running is over.
I've seen running events advertised at various race courses some including the jumps, quite sure some people will compete in fancy dress, getting drunk normally happens after the running is over.
I've seen running events advertised at various race courses some including the jumps, quite sure some people will compete in fancy dress, getting drunk normally happens after the running is over.
I've seen running events advertised at various race courses some including the jumps, quite sure some people will compete in fancy dress, getting drunk normally happens after the running is over.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 97 98 99
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NigelJ
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Our, slightly, tame Red Kite has obviously shown his son what my signals are when I have food for him and how to try and ask me bring some when I haven't got any in evidence.They now take off...
Our, slightly, tame Red Kite has obviously shown his son what my signals are when I have food for him and how to try and ask me bring some when I haven't got any in evidence.They now take off immediately from their tree if I raise my left arm and don't even wait for me to go away when they...
Our, slightly, tame Red Kite has obviously shown his son what my signals are when I have food for him and how to try and ask me bring some when I haven't got any in evidence.They now take off immediately from their tree if I raise my left arm...
Our, slightly, tame Red Kite has obviously shown his son what my signals are when I have food for him and how to try and ask me bring some when I haven't got any in evidence.They now take off...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 4 5 6
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shiney
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Pricked out some more tomato seedlings, Morina longifolia, repotted a Salvia. Watered in the greenhouse and potted up chitted runner bean seed. Sweetcorn seedlings are pushing through. Need to...
Pricked out some more tomato seedlings, Morina longifolia, repotted a Salvia. Watered in the greenhouse and potted up chitted runner bean seed. Sweetcorn seedlings are pushing through. Need to take cuttings of more dahlias. Sinningia are starting to grow more strongly.
Pricked out some more tomato seedlings, Morina longifolia, repotted a Salvia. Watered in the greenhouse and potted up chitted runner bean seed. Sweetcorn seedlings are pushing through. Need to take cuttings of more dahlias. Sinningia are starting...
Pricked out some more tomato seedlings, Morina longifolia, repotted a Salvia. Watered in the greenhouse and potted up chitted runner bean seed. Sweetcorn seedlings are pushing through. Need to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 46 47 48
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NigelJ
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
What’s in a name?
Haha, @Selleri! I did look it up, seems that jauhosavvikka is commonly known here as fat hen, and isnt the plant I’ve seen. I was interested to find that pissenlit seem to be dandelions, which...
Haha, @Selleri! I did look it up, seems that jauhosavvikka is commonly known here as fat hen, and isnt the plant I’ve seen. I was interested to find that pissenlit seem to be dandelions, which might explain why, in my childhood, anyone seen picking dandelions was accused of wetting the bed.
Haha, @Selleri! I did look it up, seems that jauhosavvikka is commonly known here as fat hen, and isnt the plant I’ve seen. I was interested to find that pissenlit seem to be dandelions, which might explain why, in my childhood, anyone seen...
Haha, @Selleri! I did look it up, seems that jauhosavvikka is commonly known here as fat hen, and isnt the plant I’ve seen. I was interested to find that pissenlit seem to be dandelions, which...
Shades of Night, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Ergates
Apr 11, 2026 at 5:01 PM
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Plants to grow for fun- the odd, mangled, dangerous or just funny ones
Cardoons you cook and eat the main leaf rib, they are closely related to Globe Artichoke.
Cardoons you cook and eat the main leaf rib, they are closely related to Globe Artichoke.
Cardoons you cook and eat the main leaf rib, they are closely related to Globe Artichoke.
Cardoons you cook and eat the main leaf rib, they are closely related to Globe Artichoke.
Selleri, Apr 11, 2026 at 12:49 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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NigelJ
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Plants you don't grow
Maybe try blanching them to get rid of the bitterness?
Maybe try blanching them to get rid of the bitterness?
Maybe try blanching them to get rid of the bitterness?
Maybe try blanching them to get rid of the bitterness?
Erigeron, Apr 5, 2026 at 11:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Baalmaiden
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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A happy story in the news? Really? Really!
I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
flower-garden, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
@Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a...
@Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a couple of very pretty villages in North Suffolk to have a light lunch in the pub.
@Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a couple of very pretty villages in North Suffolk to...
@Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 98 99 100
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa...
Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa 'Moerloosei'Fritillaria imperialis (Crown Imperial)Tulipa hageri - gorgeous little...
Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa 'Moerloosei'Fritillaria imperialis (Crown...
Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa...

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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LunarSea
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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General Chat About Roses And Rose Gardens 2026
@katecat58 and @Bluejayway I don't have Warm Welcome but my sister has two. They are very pretty and not very tall, about 6ft.
@katecat58 and @Bluejayway I don't have Warm Welcome but my sister has two. They are very pretty and not very tall, about 6ft.
@katecat58 and @Bluejayway I don't have Warm Welcome but my sister has two. They are very pretty and not very tall, about 6ft.
@katecat58 and @Bluejayway I don't have Warm Welcome but my sister has two. They are very pretty and not very tall, about 6ft.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2026, Roses ... 2
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 11, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Biggest problem with roses in the UK
Hi all, I just joined the forum, I'm young outdoor enthusiast with programming capabilities currently building tools for everyone that likes some garden DIY's, including landscapers and garden...
Hi all, I just joined the forum, I'm young outdoor enthusiast with programming capabilities currently building tools for everyone that likes some garden DIY's, including landscapers and garden designers. The tools I create are free and ad-free too. The real value is building the portfolio....
Hi all, I just joined the forum, I'm young outdoor enthusiast with programming capabilities currently building tools for everyone that likes some garden DIY's, including landscapers and garden designers. The tools I create are free and ad-free...
Hi all, I just joined the forum, I'm young outdoor enthusiast with programming capabilities currently building tools for everyone that likes some garden DIY's, including landscapers and garden...
hard_stone_84, Apr 11, 2026 at 3:53 PM, Roses
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hard_stone_84
Apr 11, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 151 152 153
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cactus_girl
Apr 11, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Rhino charging my way
Greenhouse 2026
Greenhouse 2026
Greenhouse 2026
Greenhouse 2026
burnie, Aug 29, 2016, Greenhouse Growing ... 6 7 8
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burnie
Apr 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage...
I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage birds and other native wildlife to their gardens by offering food ? I hadn't been aware of this...
I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage birds and other native wildlife to their gardens by...
I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage...
Pete8, Apr 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM, Wildlife Corner
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Philippa
Apr 11, 2026 at 1:47 PM
Hydrangea Hero Wanted
That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather...
That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather than their horticultural skills. I doubt they know they are repeating nonsense.I would also...
That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather than their horticultural skills. I doubt they know...
That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather...
xxxDawnxxx, Apr 9, 2026 at 10:01 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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Thevictorian
Apr 11, 2026 at 11:10 AM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small...
I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small division from an old plant that had got too big and heavy to bring in the winter before last.
I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small division from an old plant that had got too big and...
I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3 4
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pete
Apr 11, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Which secateurs to go for?
Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub,...
Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub, so that is probably what it was.
Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub, so that is probably what it was.
Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub,...
hailbopp, Apr 10, 2026 at 10:32 AM, Tools And Equipment
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pete
Apr 11, 2026 at 10:35 AM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more...
Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more productive than arguing with it!
Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more productive than arguing with it!
Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more...
flower-garden, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 31 32 33
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ViewAhead
Apr 11, 2026 at 10:24 AM

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