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Help with Acer die-back - do I prune it? Repot?
UPDATEIT WORKED!happy looking tree loads of new foliagehad to wait all winter to see if it would work!
UPDATEIT WORKED!happy looking tree loads of new foliagehad to wait all winter to see if it would work!
UPDATEIT WORKED!happy looking tree loads of new foliagehad to wait all winter to see if it would work!
UPDATEIT WORKED!happy looking tree loads of new foliagehad to wait all winter to see if it would work!

sheffield_kid, Nov 23, 2025, Trees ... 2
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sheffield_kid
Apr 13, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Fond of Fronds
Shuttlecock ferns do spread very readily, new plants growing on runners from the original. At first, I tried to rehome all the spares, but there are too many, so I do discard some now. They are...
Shuttlecock ferns do spread very readily, new plants growing on runners from the original. At first, I tried to rehome all the spares, but there are too many, so I do discard some now. They are very easy to yank out of the ground and then you can just snip the runner.I still think they...
Shuttlecock ferns do spread very readily, new plants growing on runners from the original. At first, I tried to rehome all the spares, but there are too many, so I do discard some now. They are very easy to yank out of the ground and then you...
Shuttlecock ferns do spread very readily, new plants growing on runners from the original. At first, I tried to rehome all the spares, but there are too many, so I do discard some now. They are...
micearguers, Mar 19, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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ViewAhead
Apr 13, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB
I'm not getting into that discussion as it depends on how far back you want to go and what type of life you think people should have, what you should eat and whether we are much too...
I'm not getting into that discussion as it depends on how far back you want to go and what type of life you think people should have, what you should eat and whether we are much too overpopulated.I don't have time for that.
I'm not getting into that discussion as it depends on how far back you want to go and what type of life you think people should have, what you should eat and whether we are much too overpopulated.I don't have time for that.
I'm not getting into that discussion as it depends on how far back you want to go and what type of life you think people should have, what you should eat and whether we are much too...
Pete8, Apr 10, 2026 at 8:54 AM, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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shiney
Apr 13, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
We had a couple of heavy showers yesterday afternoon (with hail mixed in). 10.5mm in the gauge this morning. Today we have hazy sunshine and a pleasant-feeling 10C, forecast to go up to 13C this...
We had a couple of heavy showers yesterday afternoon (with hail mixed in). 10.5mm in the gauge this morning. Today we have hazy sunshine and a pleasant-feeling 10C, forecast to go up to 13C this afternoon.
We had a couple of heavy showers yesterday afternoon (with hail mixed in). 10.5mm in the gauge this morning. Today we have hazy sunshine and a pleasant-feeling 10C, forecast to go up to 13C this afternoon.
We had a couple of heavy showers yesterday afternoon (with hail mixed in). 10.5mm in the gauge this morning. Today we have hazy sunshine and a pleasant-feeling 10C, forecast to go up to 13C this...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 153 154 155
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JennyJB
Apr 13, 2026 at 10:14 AM
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Onion growing 2026
Here are my giant Kelsae this morning, I accidentally left them outdoors unprotected overnight so they have had a slight frost. I expect they won't be much troubled. I have about a dozen smaller...
Here are my giant Kelsae this morning, I accidentally left them outdoors unprotected overnight so they have had a slight frost. I expect they won't be much troubled. I have about a dozen smaller Kelsae seedlings in a greenhouse
Here are my giant Kelsae this morning, I accidentally left them outdoors unprotected overnight so they have had a slight frost. I expect they won't be much troubled. I have about a dozen smaller Kelsae seedlings in a greenhouse
Here are my giant Kelsae this morning, I accidentally left them outdoors unprotected overnight so they have had a slight frost. I expect they won't be much troubled. I have about a dozen smaller...

burnie, Dec 12, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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JWK
Apr 13, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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Tomato Growing 2026
A disaster today, I've been taking them outdoors during the day for proper sunshine. I forgot to bring them in last night so they have suffered a slight frost, it got to just below zero. They look...
A disaster today, I've been taking them outdoors during the day for proper sunshine. I forgot to bring them in last night so they have suffered a slight frost, it got to just below zero. They look OK presently but expect them to go red and maybe flop once the sun gets to them (there are peppers...
A disaster today, I've been taking them outdoors during the day for proper sunshine. I forgot to bring them in last night so they have suffered a slight frost, it got to just below zero. They look OK presently but expect them to go red and maybe...
A disaster today, I've been taking them outdoors during the day for proper sunshine. I forgot to bring them in last night so they have suffered a slight frost, it got to just below zero. They look...

eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 8 9 10
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JWK
Apr 13, 2026 at 9:11 AM
What is this plant?
I must admit I took the photo last night as I was panicking after hearing that Japanese knotweed was spotted in our local park so wanted to post for advice asap.Here are some daytime photos
I must admit I took the photo last night as I was panicking after hearing that Japanese knotweed was spotted in our local park so wanted to post for advice asap.Here are some daytime photos
I must admit I took the photo last night as I was panicking after hearing that Japanese knotweed was spotted in our local park so wanted to post for advice asap.Here are some daytime photos
I must admit I took the photo last night as I was panicking after hearing that Japanese knotweed was spotted in our local park so wanted to post for advice asap.Here are some daytime photos

Caz2024, Apr 12, 2026 at 11:56 PM, Identification Area
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Caz2024
Apr 13, 2026 at 11:20 AM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
I've just sniffed my cristata. It also has a bit of scent. And the dendrobium is definitely sweetly scented.
I've just sniffed my cristata. It also has a bit of scent. And the dendrobium is definitely sweetly scented.
I've just sniffed my cristata. It also has a bit of scent. And the dendrobium is definitely sweetly scented.
I've just sniffed my cristata. It also has a bit of scent. And the dendrobium is definitely sweetly scented.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Apr 13, 2026 at 8:03 AM
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Migration to NEW software & server
On a PC or laptop i use the HOME button on the keybroad
On a PC or laptop i use the HOME button on the keybroad
On a PC or laptop i use the HOME button on the keybroad
On a PC or laptop i use the HOME button on the keybroad
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 5 6 7
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Jiffy
Apr 13, 2026 at 7:56 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 32 33 34
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Ladybird4
Apr 13, 2026 at 7:32 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Oh, gosh @Liriodendron what a fright for your OH. glad he's ok.coffee ready, have to finish packing. Leaving again today. back the 23rd. take care all.
Oh, gosh @Liriodendron what a fright for your OH. glad he's ok.coffee ready, have to finish packing. Leaving again today. back the 23rd. take care all.
Oh, gosh @Liriodendron what a fright for your OH. glad he's ok.coffee ready, have to finish packing. Leaving again today. back the 23rd. take care all.
Oh, gosh @Liriodendron what a fright for your OH. glad he's ok.coffee ready, have to finish packing. Leaving again today. back the 23rd. take care all.
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 99 100 101
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redstar
Apr 13, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
@Scroggin thank you, he's not very well at the moment but nothing to worry about, he's got a tummy upset and the runs. Was up for the last 2 nights so that i could take him out, didn't get much...
@Scroggin thank you, he's not very well at the moment but nothing to worry about, he's got a tummy upset and the runs. Was up for the last 2 nights so that i could take him out, didn't get much sleep. I've started giving him some chicken or fish, he's gone through this before and so have the...
@Scroggin thank you, he's not very well at the moment but nothing to worry about, he's got a tummy upset and the runs. Was up for the last 2 nights so that i could take him out, didn't get much sleep. I've started giving him some chicken or...
@Scroggin thank you, he's not very well at the moment but nothing to worry about, he's got a tummy upset and the runs. Was up for the last 2 nights so that i could take him out, didn't get much...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 8 9 10
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Logan
Apr 13, 2026 at 11:58 AM
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Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 33 34 35
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Logan
Apr 13, 2026 at 5:25 AM
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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 in the bushes in front of the house yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfectly. @LunarSea...
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness in the bushes in front of the house yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfectly. @LunarSea it's a Canon R10 with a 18mm to 150mm lens. Distance around 7 meters taken with 150mm. No editing...
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness in the bushes in front of the house yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfectly. @LunarSea it's a Canon R10 with a 18mm to 150mm lens....
First picture taken with my new camera, and I cannot complain. It was total darkness in the bushes in front of the house yesterday, but the auto feature of the camera shows it perfectly. @LunarSea...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 4 5 6
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simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 13, 2026 at 3:17 AM
Bury squash stems when pricking out?
I once did some training on a nursery for adults with learning difficulties. We pricked out tomatoes which were a bit leggy so, as I have always done, we buried the stems enough so that the seed...
I once did some training on a nursery for adults with learning difficulties. We pricked out tomatoes which were a bit leggy so, as I have always done, we buried the stems enough so that the seed leaves were around half an inch above the level of the potting compost. The group did a great job...
I once did some training on a nursery for adults with learning difficulties. We pricked out tomatoes which were a bit leggy so, as I have always done, we buried the stems enough so that the seed leaves were around half an inch above the level of...
I once did some training on a nursery for adults with learning difficulties. We pricked out tomatoes which were a bit leggy so, as I have always done, we buried the stems enough so that the seed...
Stephen Southwest, Apr 12, 2026 at 8:08 PM, Edible Gardening
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blackstart
Apr 13, 2026 at 11:48 AM
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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
What’s in a name?
Sometimes it's not the name but the description of the plant. I think it was a rose named after Eleanor Roosevelt which flatteringly said "not good in a bed, but fine up against a wall", or at...
Sometimes it's not the name but the description of the plant. I think it was a rose named after Eleanor Roosevelt which flatteringly said "not good in a bed, but fine up against a wall", or at least that's the story.I've also heard that salvia hot lips was going to be called hooker lips...
Sometimes it's not the name but the description of the plant. I think it was a rose named after Eleanor Roosevelt which flatteringly said "not good in a bed, but fine up against a wall", or at least that's the story.I've also heard that salvia...
Sometimes it's not the name but the description of the plant. I think it was a rose named after Eleanor Roosevelt which flatteringly said "not good in a bed, but fine up against a wall", or at...
Shades of Night, Apr 11, 2026 at 8:44 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Thevictorian
Apr 13, 2026 at 11:00 AM
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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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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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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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