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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2024
Well @Victoria and @Obelix-Vendée, the story is that the original 2 sofas and arm chair were bought from Multi York in 2009 and cost about £5,000. You could choose the cushion filling (feather,...
Well @Victoria and @Obelix-Vendée, the story is that the original 2 sofas and arm chair were bought from Multi York in 2009 and cost about £5,000. You could choose the cushion filling (feather, multiwrap etc) and fabric. They are extremely well made and we were given a video on how to dismantle...
Well @Victoria and @Obelix-Vendée, the story is that the original 2 sofas and arm chair were bought from Multi York in 2009 and cost about £5,000. You could choose the cushion filling (feather, multiwrap etc) and fabric. They are extremely well...
Well @Victoria and @Obelix-Vendée, the story is that the original 2 sofas and arm chair were bought from Multi York in 2009 and cost about £5,000. You could choose the cushion filling (feather,...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 14 15 16
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239
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9,346
cactus_girl
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:46 PM
Sweet Peppers
I know of folks in Italy complaining their tomatoes have stalled. Mind you I had a look back and they were a tad early planting, last week in April was the norm for us for planting outside toms,...
I know of folks in Italy complaining their tomatoes have stalled. Mind you I had a look back and they were a tad early planting, last week in April was the norm for us for planting outside toms, peppers and the like.
I know of folks in Italy complaining their tomatoes have stalled. Mind you I had a look back and they were a tad early planting, last week in April was the norm for us for planting outside toms, peppers and the like.
I know of folks in Italy complaining their tomatoes have stalled. Mind you I had a look back and they were a tad early planting, last week in April was the norm for us for planting outside toms,...
Snorky85, Jun 1, 2017, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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48
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3,499
DiggersJo
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:43 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2024
Well, its often the party that changes not the individual.
Well, its often the party that changes not the individual.
Well, its often the party that changes not the individual.
Well, its often the party that changes not the individual.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 79 80 81
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30,061
pete
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:41 PM
What do I plant in this big gap
Having been in the garden today, my hebe rakaiensis are probably 1m wise by about 80cm high.I’ll check with my friend how often she clips here pittosporum and which variety she prefers for topiary
Having been in the garden today, my hebe rakaiensis are probably 1m wise by about 80cm high.I’ll check with my friend how often she clips here pittosporum and which variety she prefers for topiary
Having been in the garden today, my hebe rakaiensis are probably 1m wise by about 80cm high.I’ll check with my friend how often she clips here pittosporum and which variety she prefers for topiary
Having been in the garden today, my hebe rakaiensis are probably 1m wise by about 80cm high.I’ll check with my friend how often she clips here pittosporum and which variety she prefers for topiary
latimer, Apr 21, 2024 at 12:23 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 3 4 5
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Butterfly6
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:40 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
@Ladybird4 I've got to 3700, plus the multi number options beyond. Enough on my knees for today.
@Ladybird4 I've got to 3700, plus the multi number options beyond. Enough on my knees for today.
@Ladybird4 I've got to 3700, plus the multi number options beyond. Enough on my knees for today.
@Ladybird4 I've got to 3700, plus the multi number options beyond. Enough on my knees for today.

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 167 168 169
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69,749
RowlandsCastle
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:39 PM
Am I nuturing weeds ?
I'm a bit confused (nothing new there then). I posted another photo yesterday of what l thought was a different weed in the same original pot, and that was identified as Eigeron canadensis. Solved...
I'm a bit confused (nothing new there then). I posted another photo yesterday of what l thought was a different weed in the same original pot, and that was identified as Eigeron canadensis. Solved - Help with id of this weed (?) pleaseThe leaves of the 2 plants I potted up look different, less...
I'm a bit confused (nothing new there then). I posted another photo yesterday of what l thought was a different weed in the same original pot, and that was identified as Eigeron canadensis. Solved - Help with id of this weed (?) pleaseThe...
I'm a bit confused (nothing new there then). I posted another photo yesterday of what l thought was a different weed in the same original pot, and that was identified as Eigeron canadensis. Solved...
AnniD, Apr 25, 2024 at 9:34 AM, Identification Area
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AnniD
Apr 25, 2024 at 4:12 PM
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What's looking good APRIL 2024
If that is the Acacia that you sent me seeds of, my second year plants were wiped out in Dec 22, in the freeze. I dont think its very hardy.
If that is the Acacia that you sent me seeds of, my second year plants were wiped out in Dec 22, in the freeze. I dont think its very hardy.
If that is the Acacia that you sent me seeds of, my second year plants were wiped out in Dec 22, in the freeze. I dont think its very hardy.
If that is the Acacia that you sent me seeds of, my second year plants were wiped out in Dec 22, in the freeze. I dont think its very hardy.
shiney, Apr 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 18 19 20
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291
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9,029
pete
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:59 PM
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Things that have made you happy today' 2024
I think I'd be watching what he did, so you can save £60 next year.
I think I'd be watching what he did, so you can save £60 next year.
I think I'd be watching what he did, so you can save £60 next year.
I think I'd be watching what he did, so you can save £60 next year.
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 6 7 8
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5,872
pete
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:55 PM
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What's your weather like APRIL 2024
Something not right here...!
Something not right here...!
Something not right here...!
Something not right here...!

shiney, Apr 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 46 47 48
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DiggersJo
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:33 PM
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Onion Growing 2024
Last dozen of my seedlings went out today, the bed is now pretty full so no room for Leeks this year.
Last dozen of my seedlings went out today, the bed is now pretty full so no room for Leeks this year.
Last dozen of my seedlings went out today, the bed is now pretty full so no room for Leeks this year.
Last dozen of my seedlings went out today, the bed is now pretty full so no room for Leeks this year.
burnie, Dec 6, 2023, Edible Gardening ... 5 6 7
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burnie
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Bee friendly greenfly spray?
Please leave them as they are because the tits, sparrows and finches will soon discover and enjoy them.
Please leave them as they are because the tits, sparrows and finches will soon discover and enjoy them.
Please leave them as they are because the tits, sparrows and finches will soon discover and enjoy them.
Please leave them as they are because the tits, sparrows and finches will soon discover and enjoy them.
RoisinMcGuire, Apr 25, 2024 at 1:58 PM, Roses
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45
simone_in_wiltshire
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:22 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2024
Another day mainly of greenhouse tasks. Visit to the local nursery to get some bags of compost and one of farmyard manure, then mixing up planting medium with perlite, aquagel and slow-release...
Another day mainly of greenhouse tasks. Visit to the local nursery to get some bags of compost and one of farmyard manure, then mixing up planting medium with perlite, aquagel and slow-release feed, and filling and planting up hanging baskets and wall planters so the little plants can establish...
Another day mainly of greenhouse tasks. Visit to the local nursery to get some bags of compost and one of farmyard manure, then mixing up planting medium with perlite, aquagel and slow-release feed, and filling and planting up hanging baskets and...
Another day mainly of greenhouse tasks. Visit to the local nursery to get some bags of compost and one of farmyard manure, then mixing up planting medium with perlite, aquagel and slow-release...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 86 87 88
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1,315
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37,497
KayJ
Apr 25, 2024 at 3:21 PM
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Crafters Corner 2023/2024
Thankyou @Obelix-Vendée For pointing me in the right direction.
Thankyou @Obelix-Vendée For pointing me in the right direction.
Thankyou @Obelix-Vendée For pointing me in the right direction.
Thankyou @Obelix-Vendée For pointing me in the right direction.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2023, Members Hobbies ... 7 8 9
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124
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6,004
Valley Gardener
Apr 25, 2024 at 2:18 PM
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APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2024
Fancy you taking a picture of a sheep @fairygirl !!
Fancy you taking a picture of a sheep @fairygirl !!
Fancy you taking a picture of a sheep @fairygirl !!
Fancy you taking a picture of a sheep @fairygirl !!
shiney, Apr 1, 2024, Photo Competitions ... 2
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25
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1,406
Obelix-Vendée
Apr 25, 2024 at 2:05 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2024 ?
I think a Wren or Robin has started building a nest in my coiled up hosepipe which is on the wall. I absolutely love having birds and their nests in the garden but this one would be a bit...
I think a Wren or Robin has started building a nest in my coiled up hosepipe which is on the wall. I absolutely love having birds and their nests in the garden but this one would be a bit inconvenient!
I think a Wren or Robin has started building a nest in my coiled up hosepipe which is on the wall. I absolutely love having birds and their nests in the garden but this one would be a bit inconvenient!
I think a Wren or Robin has started building a nest in my coiled up hosepipe which is on the wall. I absolutely love having birds and their nests in the garden but this one would be a bit...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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330
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7,642
CatDouch
Apr 25, 2024 at 2:01 PM
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Words that get on your nerves
I had a manager once who was (in)famous for using buzzwords and phrases. After one of his inspirational speeches to us I responded with something along the lines of "Shouldn't we consider picking...
I had a manager once who was (in)famous for using buzzwords and phrases. After one of his inspirational speeches to us I responded with something along the lines of "Shouldn't we consider picking the low hanging fruit before getting caught up in blue sky thinking? We also need to be careful...
I had a manager once who was (in)famous for using buzzwords and phrases. After one of his inspirational speeches to us I responded with something along the lines of "Shouldn't we consider picking the low hanging fruit before getting caught up in...
I had a manager once who was (in)famous for using buzzwords and phrases. After one of his inspirational speeches to us I responded with something along the lines of "Shouldn't we consider picking...
Star gaze Lily, Mar 19, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 14 15 16
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225
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4,895
KT53
Apr 25, 2024 at 12:59 PM
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Close-ups of flowers
Peonies are starting to flower.
Peonies are starting to flower.
Peonies are starting to flower.
Peonies are starting to flower.

Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 16 17 18
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265
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5,701
RowlandsCastle
Apr 25, 2024 at 12:32 PM
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House Martins, Swallows & Swifts
I was so happy last night as it was the first night this year that a swallow roosted in our nest in the carport. I was then ecstatic this morning when I saw quite a few pairs swooping around our...
I was so happy last night as it was the first night this year that a swallow roosted in our nest in the carport. I was then ecstatic this morning when I saw quite a few pairs swooping around our drive and a pair flew into our porch and perched on last years ‘bat’ nest. They’ve been in and out...
I was so happy last night as it was the first night this year that a swallow roosted in our nest in the carport. I was then ecstatic this morning when I saw quite a few pairs swooping around our drive and a pair flew into our porch and perched...
I was so happy last night as it was the first night this year that a swallow roosted in our nest in the carport. I was then ecstatic this morning when I saw quite a few pairs swooping around our...

Spruce, Apr 8, 2021, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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43
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6,296
CatDouch
Apr 25, 2024 at 12:00 PM
Rhododendron "polarnacht"
Just to update this thread, and I will also update it in a few months when the rhodedendron has properly settled in.I dug it completely out of the ground and made the hole I'd taken it from a...
Just to update this thread, and I will also update it in a few months when the rhodedendron has properly settled in.I dug it completely out of the ground and made the hole I'd taken it from a lot lot bigger. Then I put a load of ericaceous compost in the hole. I put the rhodedendron on top and...
Just to update this thread, and I will also update it in a few months when the rhodedendron has properly settled in.I dug it completely out of the ground and made the hole I'd taken it from a lot lot bigger. Then I put a load of ericaceous...
Just to update this thread, and I will also update it in a few months when the rhodedendron has properly settled in.I dug it completely out of the ground and made the hole I'd taken it from a...

Esoxlucius, Apr 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM, Other Plants
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220
Esoxlucius
Apr 25, 2024 at 11:56 AM
Solved Bug on Photinia 'Red Robin'
Avast does not like that link @wiseowlLooking at other sites they quote Wiki as it being a pest and say the grubs eat plant roots...
Avast does not like that link @wiseowlLooking at other sites they quote Wiki as it being a pest and say the grubs eat plant roots...
Avast does not like that link @wiseowlLooking at other sites they quote Wiki as it being a pest and say the grubs eat plant roots...
Avast does not like that link @wiseowlLooking at other sites they quote Wiki as it being a pest and say the grubs eat plant roots...
Victoria, Apr 25, 2024 at 10:09 AM, Identification Area
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3
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63
DiggersJo
Apr 25, 2024 at 11:54 AM

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