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Bury squash stems when pricking out?
Yeah I bury them a bit if they've stretched. Not as deep as you would with tomatoes though, squash stems are thicker and seem more prone to rotting if you go too far. Just enough to steady them up.
Yeah I bury them a bit if they've stretched. Not as deep as you would with tomatoes though, squash stems are thicker and seem more prone to rotting if you go too far. Just enough to steady them up.
Yeah I bury them a bit if they've stretched. Not as deep as you would with tomatoes though, squash stems are thicker and seem more prone to rotting if you go too far. Just enough to steady them up.
Yeah I bury them a bit if they've stretched. Not as deep as you would with tomatoes though, squash stems are thicker and seem more prone to rotting if you go too far. Just enough to steady them up.
Stephen Southwest, Apr 12, 2026 at 8:08 PM, Edible Gardening
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Joao
Apr 13, 2026 at 12:09 AM
What is this plant?
HiJust wondering if anyone can help me ID this shoot please?I'm worried it might be Japanese knotweed.ThanksCarol
HiJust wondering if anyone can help me ID this shoot please?I'm worried it might be Japanese knotweed.ThanksCarol
HiJust wondering if anyone can help me ID this shoot please?I'm worried it might be Japanese knotweed.ThanksCarol
HiJust wondering if anyone can help me ID this shoot please?I'm worried it might be Japanese knotweed.ThanksCarol

Caz2024, Apr 12, 2026 at 11:56 PM, Identification Area
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Caz2024
Apr 12, 2026 at 11:56 PM
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Whats Looking Good April 2026
Some pictures from a few days ago when there was a gap in the showers and wind. Yellow flowered LamiumRed flowered LamiumPulmonariaDrimys with some Juneberry flowersDarwin's...
Some pictures from a few days ago when there was a gap in the showers and wind. Yellow flowered LamiumRed flowered LamiumPulmonariaDrimys with some Juneberry flowersDarwin's barberryBlackthornForget me not in the new rhubarb patchAlso posted a video from today of some of what has...
Some pictures from a few days ago when there was a gap in the showers and wind. Yellow flowered LamiumRed flowered LamiumPulmonariaDrimys with some Juneberry flowersDarwin's barberryBlackthornForget me not in the new rhubarb...
Some pictures from a few days ago when there was a gap in the showers and wind. Yellow flowered LamiumRed flowered LamiumPulmonariaDrimys with some Juneberry flowersDarwin's...

wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Macraignil
Apr 12, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
We loved "The Other Bennet Sister". We watched it on iPlayer.Is "Grace" a new series? We thought we saw it to the end in the last series so we thought it was a repeat.We have been watching...
We loved "The Other Bennet Sister". We watched it on iPlayer.Is "Grace" a new series? We thought we saw it to the end in the last series so we thought it was a repeat.We have been watching "Teacher". Feeling a bit horrified.
We loved "The Other Bennet Sister". We watched it on iPlayer.Is "Grace" a new series? We thought we saw it to the end in the last series so we thought it was a repeat.We have been watching "Teacher". Feeling a bit horrified.
We loved "The Other Bennet Sister". We watched it on iPlayer.Is "Grace" a new series? We thought we saw it to the end in the last series so we thought it was a repeat.We have been watching...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 99 100 101
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Busy-Lizzie
Apr 12, 2026 at 10:21 PM
What’s in a name?
When I did my "O" level cookery exam I made mackerel fish cakes. The posh girl next to me did salmon ones. But mine tasted the best. Both were tinned fish.
When I did my "O" level cookery exam I made mackerel fish cakes. The posh girl next to me did salmon ones. But mine tasted the best. Both were tinned fish.
When I did my "O" level cookery exam I made mackerel fish cakes. The posh girl next to me did salmon ones. But mine tasted the best. Both were tinned fish.
When I did my "O" level cookery exam I made mackerel fish cakes. The posh girl next to me did salmon ones. But mine tasted the best. Both were tinned fish.
Shades of Night, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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cactus_girl
Apr 12, 2026 at 9:47 PM
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Migration to NEW software & server
Well you learn something new every day!
Well you learn something new every day!
Well you learn something new every day!
Well you learn something new every day!
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 5 6 7
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Loofah
Apr 12, 2026 at 9:26 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Repotted a Wasabi and Salvia corrugata, noted that Dahlia David Howard is an ex dahlia. Need to get some more potting compost.
Repotted a Wasabi and Salvia corrugata, noted that Dahlia David Howard is an ex dahlia. Need to get some more potting compost.
Repotted a Wasabi and Salvia corrugata, noted that Dahlia David Howard is an ex dahlia. Need to get some more potting compost.
Repotted a Wasabi and Salvia corrugata, noted that Dahlia David Howard is an ex dahlia. Need to get some more potting compost.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 47 48 49
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NigelJ
Apr 12, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
This afternoon was more sunny than forecast, but that pesky breeze is keeping the temps down.
This afternoon was more sunny than forecast, but that pesky breeze is keeping the temps down.
This afternoon was more sunny than forecast, but that pesky breeze is keeping the temps down.
This afternoon was more sunny than forecast, but that pesky breeze is keeping the temps down.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 152 153 154
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AuntyRach
Apr 12, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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Fond of Fronds
Yesterday I was at the Cambridge university botanical garden. I've wanted to show their Osmunda regalis, which is well over a century old. It has a majestic ancient woody trunk structure - see...
Yesterday I was at the Cambridge university botanical garden. I've wanted to show their Osmunda regalis, which is well over a century old. It has a majestic ancient woody trunk structure - see below. I thought I'd taken a photo late summer last year to show as a companion picture its massive...
Yesterday I was at the Cambridge university botanical garden. I've wanted to show their Osmunda regalis, which is well over a century old. It has a majestic ancient woody trunk structure - see below. I thought I'd taken a photo late summer last...
Yesterday I was at the Cambridge university botanical garden. I've wanted to show their Osmunda regalis, which is well over a century old. It has a majestic ancient woody trunk structure - see...

micearguers, Mar 19, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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micearguers
Apr 12, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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House Martins, Swallows & Swifts
12 April 20264 swallows they also spotted a sparrow hawk so I heard them before I saw them.
12 April 20264 swallows they also spotted a sparrow hawk so I heard them before I saw them.
12 April 20264 swallows they also spotted a sparrow hawk so I heard them before I saw them.
12 April 20264 swallows they also spotted a sparrow hawk so I heard them before I saw them.
Spruce, Apr 8, 2021, Wildlife Corner ... 7 8 9
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Spruce
Apr 12, 2026 at 8:19 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness there yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfect. PS: I regularly clean the bushes as the...
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness there yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfect. PS: I regularly clean the bushes as the winds and storms always bring litter to us. Will do it today again.First, I thought it's a Red...
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness there yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfect. PS: I regularly clean the bushes as the winds and storms always bring litter to us. Will...
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness there yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfect. PS: I regularly clean the bushes as the...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 4 5 6
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 13, 2026 at 3:17 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have been surprised before with finding woodlice inside light fittings and behind wall sockets. Rather...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have been surprised before with finding woodlice inside...
How lovely, @shiney ! Our smoke detectors are battery driven, @lizzie27, and should be good for 10 years, nothing like that old. Dust is a very likely cause of the problem. Or insects. We have...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 98 99 100
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Ergates
Apr 12, 2026 at 6:41 PM
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Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's...
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's not too abundant.
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's not too abundant.
Found my missing squished tomato seeds. sowed them and they were up in two days! I assume that I liked them or I wouldn't have kept the seeds. It'll be interesting to see what I get. I hope it's...
Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
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BB3
Apr 12, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing...
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing edible crops.
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing edible crops.
Willow farm Hertfordshire, not far from London Colney. Not cheap, €16 entrance plus they sell potted and cut flowers. As I said to the Grandchildren, it's probably more profitable than growing...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 16 17 18
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Allotment Boy
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
It was just generally said, @shiney, which you hopefully can't deny that homo sapiens have got a terrible impact on the planet's other residents and flora and fauna.
It was just generally said, @shiney, which you hopefully can't deny that homo sapiens have got a terrible impact on the planet's other residents and flora and fauna.
It was just generally said, @shiney, which you hopefully can't deny that homo sapiens have got a terrible impact on the planet's other residents and flora and fauna.
It was just generally said, @shiney, which you hopefully can't deny that homo sapiens have got a terrible impact on the planet's other residents and flora and fauna.
Pete8, Apr 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 13, 2026 at 3:04 AM
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Potato Growing 2026
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
Estima gone in today, Charlotte chitting well.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 3 4 5
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Penny_Forthem
Apr 12, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Biggest problem with roses in the UK
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at least not at the moment. However, if there's something that you would like an opinion on, I would...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at least not at the moment. However, if there's...
Thank you @hard_stone_84 That is very tempting and flattering. I work full time and I'm trying to maintain a decent work/life balance so I don't think I could do part time work on top of that - at...
hard_stone_84, Apr 11, 2026 at 3:53 PM, Roses ... 2
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CostasK
Apr 12, 2026 at 4:33 PM
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Our garden sanctuary

Sienna's Blossom, Sep 17, 2021, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Sienna's Blossom
Apr 12, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
We went to the rare plant fair and I bought 2 Salvia April Night (my favourite ones) and a Field Scabious.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 12 13 14
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 12, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 32 33 34
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Fat Controller
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