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  2. JWK
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    Seed sorting for 2025

    So far as I recall, the Seeds Act declaration related only to vegetable seeds, which is my main concern.(As Grandad said ''you cant eat flowers'' ) My policy is to buy new each year , from...
    So far as I recall, the Seeds Act declaration related only to vegetable seeds, which is my main concern.(As Grandad said ''you cant eat flowers'' ) My policy is to buy new each year , from Realseeds, their germination rate is excellent. They did write and apologise one year for sending a...
    So far as I recall, the Seeds Act declaration related only to vegetable seeds, which is my main concern.(As Grandad said ''you cant eat flowers'' ) My policy is to buy new each year , from Realseeds, their germination rate is excellent. They did...
    So far as I recall, the Seeds Act declaration related only to vegetable seeds, which is my main concern.(As Grandad said ''you cant eat flowers'' ) My policy is to buy new each year , from...
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  3. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2025

    They look like a good size for Charlotte. They are a salad variety after all.
    They look like a good size for Charlotte. They are a salad variety after all.
    They look like a good size for Charlotte. They are a salad variety after all.
    They look like a good size for Charlotte. They are a salad variety after all.
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  4. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2025

    Just looked and I've got some golf ball sizes beetroot ready, early for me.I'll probably give them away and make room for the others to grow.
    Just looked and I've got some golf ball sizes beetroot ready, early for me.I'll probably give them away and make room for the others to grow.
    Just looked and I've got some golf ball sizes beetroot ready, early for me.I'll probably give them away and make room for the others to grow.
    Just looked and I've got some golf ball sizes beetroot ready, early for me.I'll probably give them away and make room for the others to grow.
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  5. JWK
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    Chillies 2025

    Mine lost most of their leaves when I put them out in spring and are just now filling out new ones. Goes to show rushing sets you back!
    Mine lost most of their leaves when I put them out in spring and are just now filling out new ones. Goes to show rushing sets you back!
    Mine lost most of their leaves when I put them out in spring and are just now filling out new ones. Goes to show rushing sets you back!
    Mine lost most of their leaves when I put them out in spring and are just now filling out new ones. Goes to show rushing sets you back!
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  6. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2025

    Those were sown quite early. The majority of my cordon types are just setting fruit.
    Those were sown quite early. The majority of my cordon types are just setting fruit.
    Those were sown quite early. The majority of my cordon types are just setting fruit.
    Those were sown quite early. The majority of my cordon types are just setting fruit.
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  7. JWK
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    Onion Growing 2025

    ThanksThanks I did wonder if it was a bit of a marketing gimmick a la “ Tree Lilies” Tree lilies my backside! Most of my lilies take on tree proportions if we have a wet summer, but full marks...
    ThanksThanks I did wonder if it was a bit of a marketing gimmick a la “ Tree Lilies” Tree lilies my backside! Most of my lilies take on tree proportions if we have a wet summer, but full marks to the marketing guys, sounds so much more exciting than very tall:). I will sow the seeds today and...
    ThanksThanks I did wonder if it was a bit of a marketing gimmick a la “ Tree Lilies” Tree lilies my backside! Most of my lilies take on tree proportions if we have a wet summer, but full marks to the marketing guys, sounds so much more exciting...
    ThanksThanks I did wonder if it was a bit of a marketing gimmick a la “ Tree Lilies” Tree lilies my backside! Most of my lilies take on tree proportions if we have a wet summer, but full marks...
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  8. Fred Clarke
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    Tomato Seed Swap 2024/25

    Would anyone be interested to exchange sweet peppers seed ? I have seed of red ,green , yellow, orange, chocolate ,purple, lemon drop , block swèet peppers(capsicums).The long sweet...
    Would anyone be interested to exchange sweet peppers seed ? I have seed of red ,green , yellow, orange, chocolate ,purple, lemon drop , block swèet peppers(capsicums).The long sweet banana pepper in red , yellow and orange seed . I can send a small quantity now or wait until mine have...
    Would anyone be interested to exchange sweet peppers seed ? I have seed of red ,green , yellow, orange, chocolate ,purple, lemon drop , block swèet peppers(capsicums).The long sweet banana pepper in red , yellow and orange seed . I can...
    Would anyone be interested to exchange sweet peppers seed ? I have seed of red ,green , yellow, orange, chocolate ,purple, lemon drop , block swèet peppers(capsicums).The long sweet...
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  9. JWK
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    Tomato Taste Test 2024

    @THFC Switching to the Seed Swap thread. Tomato Seed Swap 2024/25
    @THFC Switching to the Seed Swap thread. Tomato Seed Swap 2024/25
    @THFC Switching to the Seed Swap thread. Tomato Seed Swap 2024/25
    @THFC Switching to the Seed Swap thread. Tomato Seed Swap 2024/25
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  10. JWK
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    Blight Resistant Tomatoes

    I have never had blight in the greenhouse like I have had this year. With the very late season and poor cropping it has hardly been worth the time and effort.
    I have never had blight in the greenhouse like I have had this year. With the very late season and poor cropping it has hardly been worth the time and effort.
    I have never had blight in the greenhouse like I have had this year. With the very late season and poor cropping it has hardly been worth the time and effort.
    I have never had blight in the greenhouse like I have had this year. With the very late season and poor cropping it has hardly been worth the time and effort.
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  11. shiney
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    How To I.D. Your Apples - and some fruits

    This is a very good site for identifying your apples if you want to.Basic searches can be done without joining up.More complicated searches may require joining.fruitID | Apple...
    This is a very good site for identifying your apples if you want to.Basic searches can be done without joining up.More complicated searches may require joining.fruitID | Apple Identification | Apple Varieties | Apple CultivarsWe went to an Apple Day at our local orchard and got our...
    This is a very good site for identifying your apples if you want to.Basic searches can be done without joining up.More complicated searches may require joining.fruitID | Apple Identification | Apple Varieties | Apple CultivarsWe went to...
    This is a very good site for identifying your apples if you want to.Basic searches can be done without joining up.More complicated searches may require joining.fruitID | Apple...
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  12. Steve R
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    Sowing seeds too early.

    Thank you Wee Tam, that is very kind of you to say that.Steve...
    Thank you Wee Tam, that is very kind of you to say that.Steve...
    Thank you Wee Tam, that is very kind of you to say that.Steve...
    Thank you Wee Tam, that is very kind of you to say that.Steve...
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  13. Steve R
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    Informative x 5

    Giant Pumpkin Growing Guide

    ... and here's the guy with his previous Pumpkin ... Portugal’s largest pumpkin “Isidora” is Algarve-grown - Portugal ResidentPaderne is about 20 minutes from me.
    ... and here's the guy with his previous Pumpkin ... Portugal’s largest pumpkin “Isidora” is Algarve-grown - Portugal ResidentPaderne is about 20 minutes from me.
    ... and here's the guy with his previous Pumpkin ... Portugal’s largest pumpkin “Isidora” is Algarve-grown - Portugal ResidentPaderne is about 20 minutes from me.
    ... and here's the guy with his previous Pumpkin ... Portugal’s largest pumpkin “Isidora” is Algarve-grown - Portugal ResidentPaderne is about 20 minutes from me.
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  14. JWK
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    Tomato Grafting

    Yes, it is worth the effort and I had a lot of fun doing it.
    Yes, it is worth the effort and I had a lot of fun doing it.
    Yes, it is worth the effort and I had a lot of fun doing it.
    Yes, it is worth the effort and I had a lot of fun doing it.
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  16. Engelbert

    Cucumber plants - yellow splodges on leaves. Can anyone please help identify?

    Many thanks for all the replies and sorry for my delayed response.Lesson learnt and thanks for the explanations. You know, thinking back I might have used shower gel last year when using PB...
    Many thanks for all the replies and sorry for my delayed response.Lesson learnt and thanks for the explanations. You know, thinking back I might have used shower gel last year when using PB for the first time, not washing up liquid. So probably my memory at fault here... The plants...
    Many thanks for all the replies and sorry for my delayed response.Lesson learnt and thanks for the explanations. You know, thinking back I might have used shower gel last year when using PB for the first time, not washing up liquid. So...
    Many thanks for all the replies and sorry for my delayed response.Lesson learnt and thanks for the explanations. You know, thinking back I might have used shower gel last year when using PB...
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  17. Alan Tomox

    Is rescuing a tomato possible?

    ...and you could also grow a replacement by rooting a sideshoot...
    ...and you could also grow a replacement by rooting a sideshoot...
    ...and you could also grow a replacement by rooting a sideshoot...
    ...and you could also grow a replacement by rooting a sideshoot...
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  18. Februarysgirl

    Tomatoes and Biodegradable Pots

    Thanks for the advice. As recommended, I gave the pots a good soaking and then carefully peeled them off. Three days on, I have very happy tomato plants that are just starting to flower :biggrin:
    Thanks for the advice. As recommended, I gave the pots a good soaking and then carefully peeled them off. Three days on, I have very happy tomato plants that are just starting to flower :biggrin:
    Thanks for the advice. As recommended, I gave the pots a good soaking and then carefully peeled them off. Three days on, I have very happy tomato plants that are just starting to flower :biggrin:
    Thanks for the advice. As recommended, I gave the pots a good soaking and then carefully peeled them off. Three days on, I have very happy tomato plants that are just starting to flower :biggrin:
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  19. Sargan

    Garlic Crop failure

    I assume it depends on your location. IOW is almost frost free, where I am in Kent I wouldn't plant anything in December or January, IMO it's even too late for Daffs and Tulips, but in those cases...
    I assume it depends on your location. IOW is almost frost free, where I am in Kent I wouldn't plant anything in December or January, IMO it's even too late for Daffs and Tulips, but in those cases you are not really relying on getting a decent bulb the following summer, just some decent spring...
    I assume it depends on your location. IOW is almost frost free, where I am in Kent I wouldn't plant anything in December or January, IMO it's even too late for Daffs and Tulips, but in those cases you are not really relying on getting a decent...
    I assume it depends on your location. IOW is almost frost free, where I am in Kent I wouldn't plant anything in December or January, IMO it's even too late for Daffs and Tulips, but in those cases...
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  20. BB3
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    Self-seeded tomato.

    I collected laburnum seeds looked up what to do .. got the pot ready etc ,, nothing up to now , but lo and behold I have 3 little seedlings growing in the gravel in the greenhouse when I spilt the...
    I collected laburnum seeds looked up what to do .. got the pot ready etc ,, nothing up to now , but lo and behold I have 3 little seedlings growing in the gravel in the greenhouse when I spilt the seeds lol
    I collected laburnum seeds looked up what to do .. got the pot ready etc ,, nothing up to now , but lo and behold I have 3 little seedlings growing in the gravel in the greenhouse when I spilt the seeds lol
    I collected laburnum seeds looked up what to do .. got the pot ready etc ,, nothing up to now , but lo and behold I have 3 little seedlings growing in the gravel in the greenhouse when I spilt the...
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  21. Milly Berry

    What should I do with this wonky apple tree?

    Most gardens will have another apple nearby so pollination isn’t usually a worry, unless you are on an estate of new builds with few trees. Crab apples can also act as pollinators for apple trees
    Most gardens will have another apple nearby so pollination isn’t usually a worry, unless you are on an estate of new builds with few trees. Crab apples can also act as pollinators for apple trees
    Most gardens will have another apple nearby so pollination isn’t usually a worry, unless you are on an estate of new builds with few trees. Crab apples can also act as pollinators for apple trees
    Most gardens will have another apple nearby so pollination isn’t usually a worry, unless you are on an estate of new builds with few trees. Crab apples can also act as pollinators for apple trees
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  22. fred88

    Lemon Tree

    Thanks all for your thoughts, plenty to work with.
    Thanks all for your thoughts, plenty to work with.
    Thanks all for your thoughts, plenty to work with.
    Thanks all for your thoughts, plenty to work with.
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  23. Christmasdiane

    Tomato leaf spot

    Ok, many thanks,
    Ok, many thanks,
    Ok, many thanks,
    Ok, many thanks,
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  24. Simon Peake

    Onions

    Assuming these are sets? Birds often peck them up. It will be fine to replant them asap.
    Assuming these are sets? Birds often peck them up. It will be fine to replant them asap.
    Assuming these are sets? Birds often peck them up. It will be fine to replant them asap.
    Assuming these are sets? Birds often peck them up. It will be fine to replant them asap.
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  25. Krista

    Supporting Runner Beans

    I must admit if the soil is so compacted that you cant get a cane in the ground then beans are going to struggle.
    I must admit if the soil is so compacted that you cant get a cane in the ground then beans are going to struggle.
    I must admit if the soil is so compacted that you cant get a cane in the ground then beans are going to struggle.
    I must admit if the soil is so compacted that you cant get a cane in the ground then beans are going to struggle.
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  26. hi2u_uk

    Blueberry leaves not looking green

    I can increase the watering frequency no problem though I'm away on holiday until next Friday . I thought it was getting enough water but maybe I was wrong l. I recently put a layer of bark on...
    I can increase the watering frequency no problem though I'm away on holiday until next Friday . I thought it was getting enough water but maybe I was wrong l. I recently put a layer of bark on the soil to avoid thisIs this reversible or us it the beginning of the end
    I can increase the watering frequency no problem though I'm away on holiday until next Friday . I thought it was getting enough water but maybe I was wrong l. I recently put a layer of bark on the soil to avoid thisIs this reversible or us...
    I can increase the watering frequency no problem though I'm away on holiday until next Friday . I thought it was getting enough water but maybe I was wrong l. I recently put a layer of bark on...
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  27. TheMadHedger

    Some radishes questions

    We have been sowing in succession and the radishes have been brilliant. However harvested some today and one of them, not too big at all, was already woody with the leaves still being green. Agree...
    We have been sowing in succession and the radishes have been brilliant. However harvested some today and one of them, not too big at all, was already woody with the leaves still being green. Agree with others about keeping them for a short while and also making pickles/chutneys. Haven't tried...
    We have been sowing in succession and the radishes have been brilliant. However harvested some today and one of them, not too big at all, was already woody with the leaves still being green. Agree with others about keeping them for a short while...
    We have been sowing in succession and the radishes have been brilliant. However harvested some today and one of them, not too big at all, was already woody with the leaves still being green. Agree...
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  28. TheMadHedger

    A question about cloches and strawberries

    If it has to be done, I agree with @Adam I keep as much root and soil as possible and reduce the large leaves - a good water and out of full sun for a while until you think it's settled.
    If it has to be done, I agree with @Adam I keep as much root and soil as possible and reduce the large leaves - a good water and out of full sun for a while until you think it's settled.
    If it has to be done, I agree with @Adam I keep as much root and soil as possible and reduce the large leaves - a good water and out of full sun for a while until you think it's settled.
    If it has to be done, I agree with @Adam I keep as much root and soil as possible and reduce the large leaves - a good water and out of full sun for a while until you think it's settled.
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  29. Bee

    Scallions sowing

    Yes, agree. If you had modules or small 50mm pots, sow 5-6 seeds together and transplant 'as one' in groups 75mm apart. Slugs may graze new seedlings although onion is not a favorite. EDIT Many...
    Yes, agree. If you had modules or small 50mm pots, sow 5-6 seeds together and transplant 'as one' in groups 75mm apart. Slugs may graze new seedlings although onion is not a favorite. EDIT Many varieties of spring onion(scallion-US) are frost hardy to -2 deg at least and can be overwintered for...
    Yes, agree. If you had modules or small 50mm pots, sow 5-6 seeds together and transplant 'as one' in groups 75mm apart. Slugs may graze new seedlings although onion is not a favorite. EDIT Many varieties of spring onion(scallion-US) are frost...
    Yes, agree. If you had modules or small 50mm pots, sow 5-6 seeds together and transplant 'as one' in groups 75mm apart. Slugs may graze new seedlings although onion is not a favorite. EDIT Many...
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  30. Kitty52

    Cucumber Issues

    Yes I’ve removed a few flowers to make sure the plant will grow a bit more and it is thriving better now. I am only growing two and one is better than the other!!? so fingers crossed it will catch up.
    Yes I’ve removed a few flowers to make sure the plant will grow a bit more and it is thriving better now. I am only growing two and one is better than the other!!? so fingers crossed it will catch up.
    Yes I’ve removed a few flowers to make sure the plant will grow a bit more and it is thriving better now. I am only growing two and one is better than the other!!? so fingers crossed it will catch up.
    Yes I’ve removed a few flowers to make sure the plant will grow a bit more and it is thriving better now. I am only growing two and one is better than the other!!? so fingers crossed it will catch up.
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  31. Selleri

    Pak Choi

    Yes do @Selleri we also pick the young leaves for salads.
    Yes do @Selleri we also pick the young leaves for salads.
    Yes do @Selleri we also pick the young leaves for salads.
    Yes do @Selleri we also pick the young leaves for salads.
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  32. Bear1

    Planted golden wonder potatos issue

    Best to earth up or cover with fleece if frost is forecast @Bear1
    Best to earth up or cover with fleece if frost is forecast @Bear1
    Best to earth up or cover with fleece if frost is forecast @Bear1
    Best to earth up or cover with fleece if frost is forecast @Bear1
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  33. OrangeHeart

    Disappearing strawberries

    Sorry to add to your woes but just picked the first strawberries in the tunnel. The sun has been warming it up and the fruit were a really good size and the taste.....fabulous.
    Sorry to add to your woes but just picked the first strawberries in the tunnel. The sun has been warming it up and the fruit were a really good size and the taste.....fabulous.
    Sorry to add to your woes but just picked the first strawberries in the tunnel. The sun has been warming it up and the fruit were a really good size and the taste.....fabulous.
    Sorry to add to your woes but just picked the first strawberries in the tunnel. The sun has been warming it up and the fruit were a really good size and the taste.....fabulous.
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  34. Goldenlily26

    Morello Cherry

    Yeah! I have 2 cherries set! Now the battle begins to keep the birds from them. Cherry Pie on the menu soon.
    Yeah! I have 2 cherries set! Now the battle begins to keep the birds from them. Cherry Pie on the menu soon.
    Yeah! I have 2 cherries set! Now the battle begins to keep the birds from them. Cherry Pie on the menu soon.
    Yeah! I have 2 cherries set! Now the battle begins to keep the birds from them. Cherry Pie on the menu soon.
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  35. Greecko

    How does everything look?

    Looks good - my general suggestion would be to wait for the plants to get established and do their thing - maybe try to curb the impulses to keep adding feed or nip bits off or pull plants up...:)
    Looks good - my general suggestion would be to wait for the plants to get established and do their thing - maybe try to curb the impulses to keep adding feed or nip bits off or pull plants up...:)
    Looks good - my general suggestion would be to wait for the plants to get established and do their thing - maybe try to curb the impulses to keep adding feed or nip bits off or pull plants up...:)
    Looks good - my general suggestion would be to wait for the plants to get established and do their thing - maybe try to curb the impulses to keep adding feed or nip bits off or pull plants up...:)
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