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Which secateurs to go for?
Burgon and Ball make fluorescent handled secateurs that aren’t too expensive.FloraBrite® Yellow Bypass Secateurs - RHS Endorsed
Burgon and Ball make fluorescent handled secateurs that aren’t too expensive.FloraBrite® Yellow Bypass Secateurs - RHS Endorsed
Burgon and Ball make fluorescent handled secateurs that aren’t too expensive.FloraBrite® Yellow Bypass Secateurs - RHS Endorsed
Burgon and Ball make fluorescent handled secateurs that aren’t too expensive.FloraBrite® Yellow Bypass Secateurs - RHS Endorsed
hailbopp, Apr 10, 2026 at 10:32 AM, Tools And Equipment
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Plantminded
Apr 10, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Rhubarb Bolting In March
Will have to check on ours as we have never had it bolt so hope it doesn't do this now. We have been harvesting the rhubarb since the end of January but haven't cut any this week so haven't...
Will have to check on ours as we have never had it bolt so hope it doesn't do this now. We have been harvesting the rhubarb since the end of January but haven't cut any this week so haven't noticed if it is bolting.
Will have to check on ours as we have never had it bolt so hope it doesn't do this now. We have been harvesting the rhubarb since the end of January but haven't cut any this week so haven't noticed if it is bolting.
Will have to check on ours as we have never had it bolt so hope it doesn't do this now. We have been harvesting the rhubarb since the end of January but haven't cut any this week so haven't...
wiseowl, Apr 10, 2026 at 10:24 AM, Edible Gardening
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On the Levels
Apr 10, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Hydrangea Hero Wanted
Sorry to contradict, but I would try to tease the roots away from the bottom of the plastic pot and remove the pot completely as it will only act as a barrier for future root development if you...
Sorry to contradict, but I would try to tease the roots away from the bottom of the plastic pot and remove the pot completely as it will only act as a barrier for future root development if you plant it attached. If you have to use secateurs to prune some of the roots, don’t worry, the plant...
Sorry to contradict, but I would try to tease the roots away from the bottom of the plastic pot and remove the pot completely as it will only act as a barrier for future root development if you plant it attached. If you have to use secateurs to...
Sorry to contradict, but I would try to tease the roots away from the bottom of the plastic pot and remove the pot completely as it will only act as a barrier for future root development if you...
xxxDawnxxx, Apr 9, 2026 at 10:01 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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Plantminded
Apr 10, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Posting a moving photo
Yes it's obvious now you've said it Thanks, I'll think about putting it on facebook, although I don't use it much, but I don't use youtube at all.
Yes it's obvious now you've said it Thanks, I'll think about putting it on facebook, although I don't use it much, but I don't use youtube at all.
Yes it's obvious now you've said it Thanks, I'll think about putting it on facebook, although I don't use it much, but I don't use youtube at all.
Yes it's obvious now you've said it Thanks, I'll think about putting it on facebook, although I don't use it much, but I don't use youtube at all.
Michael Hewett, Apr 10, 2026 at 9:10 AM, Computer Corner
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Michael Hewett
Apr 10, 2026 at 8:09 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
We were at 21c for a few hours this afternoon. Although several hours of thunderstorms forecast for this afternoon, not a drop fell here. There wasn't a cloud over Algarve today. Currently 18c...
We were at 21c for a few hours this afternoon. Although several hours of thunderstorms forecast for this afternoon, not a drop fell here. There wasn't a cloud over Algarve today. Currently 18c and the sun going down.
We were at 21c for a few hours this afternoon. Although several hours of thunderstorms forecast for this afternoon, not a drop fell here. There wasn't a cloud over Algarve today. Currently 18c and the sun going down.
We were at 21c for a few hours this afternoon. Although several hours of thunderstorms forecast for this afternoon, not a drop fell here. There wasn't a cloud over Algarve today. Currently 18c...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 150 151 152
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Victoria
Apr 10, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Crab apple flower buds with ladybird.Saxifrage.
Crab apple flower buds with ladybird.Saxifrage.
Crab apple flower buds with ladybird.Saxifrage.
Crab apple flower buds with ladybird.Saxifrage.

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Apr 10, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Technical thread on shelter/exposure
I tell you what @CarolineL - you need degrees in about 40 subjects to understand gardening, as I'm discovering, with mine (English) being absolutely useless
I tell you what @CarolineL - you need degrees in about 40 subjects to understand gardening, as I'm discovering, with mine (English) being absolutely useless
I tell you what @CarolineL - you need degrees in about 40 subjects to understand gardening, as I'm discovering, with mine (English) being absolutely useless
I tell you what @CarolineL - you need degrees in about 40 subjects to understand gardening, as I'm discovering, with mine (English) being absolutely useless
Robodendron, Apr 9, 2026 at 10:56 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Robodendron
Apr 10, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
All good @Ergates, we do try and operate on as much of a lenient basis as we can and would really rather not to have to refer folks to the rules - hopefully after this wee bit of up and down,...
All good @Ergates, we do try and operate on as much of a lenient basis as we can and would really rather not to have to refer folks to the rules - hopefully after this wee bit of up and down, things will now settle.
All good @Ergates, we do try and operate on as much of a lenient basis as we can and would really rather not to have to refer folks to the rules - hopefully after this wee bit of up and down, things will now settle.
All good @Ergates, we do try and operate on as much of a lenient basis as we can and would really rather not to have to refer folks to the rules - hopefully after this wee bit of up and down,...
flower-garden, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 31 32 33
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Fat Controller
Apr 10, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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Hostas
That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
Banana Man, Feb 23, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Spruce
Apr 10, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Electric cars.
In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all...
In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all of the parts themselves.Indeed, part of the reason that we have Jaecoo here and looking like they...
In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all of the parts themselves.Indeed, part of the...
In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 189 190 191
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Fat Controller
Apr 10, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
I did hear something this morning on Radio 4. The reason given on there was due to the increasing infection - particularly amongst finches - which makes it difficult/impossible for them to...
I did hear something this morning on Radio 4. The reason given on there was due to the increasing infection - particularly amongst finches - which makes it difficult/impossible for them to swallow food or water. They did suggest small amounts of fat balls/blocks and meal worms and advised...
I did hear something this morning on Radio 4. The reason given on there was due to the increasing infection - particularly amongst finches - which makes it difficult/impossible for them to swallow food or water. They did suggest small amounts...
I did hear something this morning on Radio 4. The reason given on there was due to the increasing infection - particularly amongst finches - which makes it difficult/impossible for them to...
Pete8, Apr 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM, Wildlife Corner
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Philippa
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:27 AM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
8pm tonight." Spring is bursting into life as Frances Tophill returns to beautiful Damson Farm, where the garden is waking up in spectacular style. She shares important research from the RSPB...
8pm tonight." Spring is bursting into life as Frances Tophill returns to beautiful Damson Farm, where the garden is waking up in spectacular style. She shares important research from the RSPB on how to urgently support garden birds, reveals how to make the most of sowing older seeds, and gets...
8pm tonight." Spring is bursting into life as Frances Tophill returns to beautiful Damson Farm, where the garden is waking up in spectacular style. She shares important research from the RSPB on how to urgently support garden birds, reveals...
8pm tonight." Spring is bursting into life as Frances Tophill returns to beautiful Damson Farm, where the garden is waking up in spectacular style. She shares important research from the RSPB...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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AnniD
Apr 10, 2026 at 7:57 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I am looking forward to a date with Beechgrove and GW tonight so I am going to sign out now and I wish you the most pleasant of evenings. See you in the morning.
I am looking forward to a date with Beechgrove and GW tonight so I am going to sign out now and I wish you the most pleasant of evenings. See you in the morning.
I am looking forward to a date with Beechgrove and GW tonight so I am going to sign out now and I wish you the most pleasant of evenings. See you in the morning.
I am looking forward to a date with Beechgrove and GW tonight so I am going to sign out now and I wish you the most pleasant of evenings. See you in the morning.
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 97 98 99
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Ladybird4
Apr 10, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
It is just the propagator I have had issues with, but going to give a different angle of attack; more watering, no under heating and used fine sand to make the compost less denser.However I have...
It is just the propagator I have had issues with, but going to give a different angle of attack; more watering, no under heating and used fine sand to make the compost less denser.However I have had some good wins with other stuff, I have both the black and green trays from B&Q the green ones...
It is just the propagator I have had issues with, but going to give a different angle of attack; more watering, no under heating and used fine sand to make the compost less denser.However I have had some good wins with other stuff, I have both...
It is just the propagator I have had issues with, but going to give a different angle of attack; more watering, no under heating and used fine sand to make the compost less denser.However I have...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 17 18 19
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GreenFingeredPete
Apr 10, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 31 32 33
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Ladybird4
Apr 10, 2026 at 6:50 AM
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APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Sunshine through tulips
Sunshine through tulips
Sunshine through tulips
Sunshine through tulips

shiney, Apr 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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Liriodendron
Apr 9, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
the campions are all really easy from seed too, perfect mustard sized seeds that can be collected from the dried seed heads.
the campions are all really easy from seed too, perfect mustard sized seeds that can be collected from the dried seed heads.
the campions are all really easy from seed too, perfect mustard sized seeds that can be collected from the dried seed heads.
the campions are all really easy from seed too, perfect mustard sized seeds that can be collected from the dried seed heads.
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 38 39 40
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Adam I
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Kestrel, Robin and Rock Pipit
Kestrel, Robin and Rock Pipit
Kestrel, Robin and Rock Pipit
Kestrel, Robin and Rock Pipit

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 4 5 6
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strongylodon
Apr 9, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Browning edges to Laurel leaves
ThThanks for your reply. I did wonder that because it is the most exposed part for prevailing wind.
ThThanks for your reply. I did wonder that because it is the most exposed part for prevailing wind.
ThThanks for your reply. I did wonder that because it is the most exposed part for prevailing wind.
ThThanks for your reply. I did wonder that because it is the most exposed part for prevailing wind.
Peteski2024, Apr 9, 2026 at 11:36 AM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Peteski2024
Apr 9, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Plants you don't grow
My issue with strawberries (and raspberries) is when you get an allotment you inevitably end up with a few of each, but you don't know the variety or how old they are so can't really plant...
My issue with strawberries (and raspberries) is when you get an allotment you inevitably end up with a few of each, but you don't know the variety or how old they are so can't really plant successionally to get a longer crop.I planted out some strawberry plants I inherited on the allotment,...
My issue with strawberries (and raspberries) is when you get an allotment you inevitably end up with a few of each, but you don't know the variety or how old they are so can't really plant successionally to get a longer crop.I planted out some...
My issue with strawberries (and raspberries) is when you get an allotment you inevitably end up with a few of each, but you don't know the variety or how old they are so can't really plant...
Erigeron, Apr 5, 2026 at 11:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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1,224
Erigeron
Apr 9, 2026 at 8:07 PM

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