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  1. welshone

    Overwintering Canna's

    I'll dig up the two that are in the ground and leave them in the garage to dry and cut the dead leaves off in Feb, same with the ones in pots. If they need dividing I will do that at the end of...
    I'll dig up the two that are in the ground and leave them in the garage to dry and cut the dead leaves off in Feb, same with the ones in pots. If they need dividing I will do that at the end of Feb /early March and repot.
    I'll dig up the two that are in the ground and leave them in the garage to dry and cut the dead leaves off in Feb, same with the ones in pots. If they need dividing I will do that at the end of Feb /early March and repot.
    I'll dig up the two that are in the ground and leave them in the garage to dry and cut the dead leaves off in Feb, same with the ones in pots. If they need dividing I will do that at the end of...
    welshone, Oct 10, 2020
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    strongylodon
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  2. Engelbert

    Well rotted manure... Weeds started to grow on it... Should I use it?

    We keep cows and have plenty of manure. We find it never gets hot enough to kill all the weed seeds even if we keep turning it. If we leave it then weeds grow - mostly grass and nettles and often...
    We keep cows and have plenty of manure. We find it never gets hot enough to kill all the weed seeds even if we keep turning it. If we leave it then weeds grow - mostly grass and nettles and often wheat and barley as well from the straw. We use it anyway because that's what we've got and our soil...
    We keep cows and have plenty of manure. We find it never gets hot enough to kill all the weed seeds even if we keep turning it. If we leave it then weeds grow - mostly grass and nettles and often wheat and barley as well from the straw. We use it...
    We keep cows and have plenty of manure. We find it never gets hot enough to kill all the weed seeds even if we keep turning it. If we leave it then weeds grow - mostly grass and nettles and often...
    Engelbert, Jun 24, 2020
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    Steve Elliott
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  3. LILY GALVIN

    Red Robin Issues

    Mike / Ricky many thanks for your help. Will trim and water the roots and do nothing else then for a while - a great help.
    Mike / Ricky many thanks for your help. Will trim and water the roots and do nothing else then for a while - a great help.
    Mike / Ricky many thanks for your help. Will trim and water the roots and do nothing else then for a while - a great help.
    Mike / Ricky many thanks for your help. Will trim and water the roots and do nothing else then for a while - a great help.
    LILY GALVIN, May 26, 2020
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    LILY GALVIN
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  4. mazambo

    Corkscrew hazel seedlings

    Thanks @pete & @Palustris that's what I thought.
    Thanks @pete & @Palustris that's what I thought.
    Thanks @pete & @Palustris that's what I thought.
    Thanks @pete & @Palustris that's what I thought.
    mazambo, May 15, 2020
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    mazambo
    May 15, 2020
  5. TheMadHedger

    Grass seedlings and frost

    Another thought - I had intended to sow some more grass seeds tomorrow but the possible cold snap in a week's time has made me wonder if it's viable. Should I still go ahead and sow them tomorrow...
    Another thought - I had intended to sow some more grass seeds tomorrow but the possible cold snap in a week's time has made me wonder if it's viable. Should I still go ahead and sow them tomorrow or hang fire for a week or two? I ask because if I sow them today they will probably start to...
    Another thought - I had intended to sow some more grass seeds tomorrow but the possible cold snap in a week's time has made me wonder if it's viable. Should I still go ahead and sow them tomorrow or hang fire for a week or two? I ask because if I...
    Another thought - I had intended to sow some more grass seeds tomorrow but the possible cold snap in a week's time has made me wonder if it's viable. Should I still go ahead and sow them tomorrow...
    TheMadHedger, May 4, 2020
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    TheMadHedger
    May 4, 2020
  6. Hummingbird

    Drastic change in light

    Thanks both for the feedback, and the fence is definitely on the list of things to do! :blue thumb:
    Thanks both for the feedback, and the fence is definitely on the list of things to do! :blue thumb:
    Thanks both for the feedback, and the fence is definitely on the list of things to do! :blue thumb:
    Thanks both for the feedback, and the fence is definitely on the list of things to do! :blue thumb:
    Hummingbird, Apr 28, 2020
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    Hummingbird
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  7. GardeningFin

    Preparing hard clay seed bed for meadow mix

    Be interesting to see some pics as your seeds get going and what its like when they have established in the bed.Was just out watering some plants and saw some viola flowers on the lawn, thought...
    Be interesting to see some pics as your seeds get going and what its like when they have established in the bed.Was just out watering some plants and saw some viola flowers on the lawn, thought they had been blown off from some nearby plants, but no, they were some self seeded plants , even...
    Be interesting to see some pics as your seeds get going and what its like when they have established in the bed.Was just out watering some plants and saw some viola flowers on the lawn, thought they had been blown off from some nearby plants,...
    Be interesting to see some pics as your seeds get going and what its like when they have established in the bed.Was just out watering some plants and saw some viola flowers on the lawn, thought...
    GardeningFin, Apr 23, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 23, 2020
  8. Calum

    Impatiens turning white?

    Thank you both. As a complete novice I'm willing to guess it's the sun rather than mildew. Only reason is it is only effecting the south facing baskets. The ones on the other side of the house are...
    Thank you both. As a complete novice I'm willing to guess it's the sun rather than mildew. Only reason is it is only effecting the south facing baskets. The ones on the other side of the house are fine.I've moved them for now, but what might be a good substitute? I love lobelias and petunias...
    Thank you both. As a complete novice I'm willing to guess it's the sun rather than mildew. Only reason is it is only effecting the south facing baskets. The ones on the other side of the house are fine.I've moved them for now, but what might be...
    Thank you both. As a complete novice I'm willing to guess it's the sun rather than mildew. Only reason is it is only effecting the south facing baskets. The ones on the other side of the house are...
    Calum, Apr 22, 2020
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    Calum
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  9. Scotty2088

    Supermarket Shrubs

    I have bought bedding plants from Morrisons and Lidl in the past, you just have to pick and chose as others have said. I have avoided any shrubs or trees as they are always poorly labelled, in...
    I have bought bedding plants from Morrisons and Lidl in the past, you just have to pick and chose as others have said. I have avoided any shrubs or trees as they are always poorly labelled, in particular I would steer clear of fruit trees unless they specifically state the rootstock and variety....
    I have bought bedding plants from Morrisons and Lidl in the past, you just have to pick and chose as others have said. I have avoided any shrubs or trees as they are always poorly labelled, in particular I would steer clear of fruit trees unless...
    I have bought bedding plants from Morrisons and Lidl in the past, you just have to pick and chose as others have said. I have avoided any shrubs or trees as they are always poorly labelled, in...
    Scotty2088, Mar 14, 2020
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    JWK
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  10. Jannt86

    Have I killed my fruit tree??

    You may just have a high water table - so no amount of drainage is going to be effective - when it rains heavily, your soil will get a good soaking.A bit more info. Your dwarf M26 root stock...
    You may just have a high water table - so no amount of drainage is going to be effective - when it rains heavily, your soil will get a good soaking.A bit more info. Your dwarf M26 root stock apples will need to be permanently staked. They cannot develop a root system which will keep them...
    You may just have a high water table - so no amount of drainage is going to be effective - when it rains heavily, your soil will get a good soaking.A bit more info. Your dwarf M26 root stock apples will need to be permanently staked. They...
    You may just have a high water table - so no amount of drainage is going to be effective - when it rains heavily, your soil will get a good soaking.A bit more info. Your dwarf M26 root stock...
    Jannt86, Nov 14, 2019
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    clanless
    Nov 14, 2019
  11. Darren2993

    Dahlia Crown Gall??

    @Darren2993That always seems to be the way, unfortunately. I don't think I would risk it the chance of spreading it would be too high. Dahlias are not that expensive to get new plants of and if...
    @Darren2993That always seems to be the way, unfortunately. I don't think I would risk it the chance of spreading it would be too high. Dahlias are not that expensive to get new plants of and if you want several then have a look at Dahlia Flower Plants and Tubers | Woolmans or Home - Halls of...
    @Darren2993That always seems to be the way, unfortunately. I don't think I would risk it the chance of spreading it would be too high. Dahlias are not that expensive to get new plants of and if you want several then have a look at Dahlia...
    @Darren2993That always seems to be the way, unfortunately. I don't think I would risk it the chance of spreading it would be too high. Dahlias are not that expensive to get new plants of and if...
    Darren2993, Oct 27, 2019
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    NigelJ
    Oct 28, 2019
  12. Mr.Bump

    Potentilla Hedge Q'

    Many thanks I'll do that, just seems very brutal to cut so much off..
    Many thanks I'll do that, just seems very brutal to cut so much off..
    Many thanks I'll do that, just seems very brutal to cut so much off..
    Many thanks I'll do that, just seems very brutal to cut so much off..
    Mr.Bump, Oct 24, 2019
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  13. Reddwarf4ever

    Need advice on how to restrict plant spreading

    Doesn't look to me like a spider plant (=Chlorophytum, as in link above) but rather a Phalaris known as gardener's garters:I have it here growing in a lined tank filled mostly with gravel + a...
    Doesn't look to me like a spider plant (=Chlorophytum, as in link above) but rather a Phalaris known as gardener's garters:I have it here growing in a lined tank filled mostly with gravel + a bit of earth next to my garden pond, together with some ferns. It does spread rapidly so confining it...
    Doesn't look to me like a spider plant (=Chlorophytum, as in link above) but rather a Phalaris known as gardener's garters:I have it here growing in a lined tank filled mostly with gravel + a bit of earth next to my garden pond, together with...
    Doesn't look to me like a spider plant (=Chlorophytum, as in link above) but rather a Phalaris known as gardener's garters:I have it here growing in a lined tank filled mostly with gravel + a...
    Reddwarf4ever, Oct 20, 2019
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    Clare G
    Oct 20, 2019
  14. Phil Clark

    Flagging help

    A neighbour has just had a large area flagged and from their prices , think @Jack Sparrows pricing its near the mark.However that all depends on the type and quality of flags you specify. Seems...
    A neighbour has just had a large area flagged and from their prices , think @Jack Sparrows pricing its near the mark.However that all depends on the type and quality of flags you specify. Seems the Indian Sandstone is both cheap and popular these days, comes in 15sq mtr packs from places like...
    A neighbour has just had a large area flagged and from their prices , think @Jack Sparrows pricing its near the mark.However that all depends on the type and quality of flags you specify. Seems the Indian Sandstone is both cheap and popular...
    A neighbour has just had a large area flagged and from their prices , think @Jack Sparrows pricing its near the mark.However that all depends on the type and quality of flags you specify. Seems...
    Phil Clark, Sep 23, 2019
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    ricky101
    Sep 24, 2019
  15. Verdun

    Protein rich tomato

    I was already to say how we probably eat more protein than we should anyway thinking a new variety had been produced, but that was funny. Let us know if your tongue falls off :roflol:
    I was already to say how we probably eat more protein than we should anyway thinking a new variety had been produced, but that was funny. Let us know if your tongue falls off :roflol:
    I was already to say how we probably eat more protein than we should anyway thinking a new variety had been produced, but that was funny. Let us know if your tongue falls off :roflol:
    I was already to say how we probably eat more protein than we should anyway thinking a new variety had been produced, but that was funny. Let us know if your tongue falls off :roflol:
    Verdun, Jul 25, 2019
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    ThePlantAssassin
    Jul 25, 2019
  16. McClements

    Which Clematis flower

    I would go for clematis Montana.....the variety Grandiflora which is nicely scented. Masses of flowers at this time of year on vigorous plants. Easily and quickly cover height and width...
    I would go for clematis Montana.....the variety Grandiflora which is nicely scented. Masses of flowers at this time of year on vigorous plants. Easily and quickly cover height and width required. I planted a couple of these clematis at my niece’s new build last autumn and they have flowered...
    I would go for clematis Montana.....the variety Grandiflora which is nicely scented. Masses of flowers at this time of year on vigorous plants. Easily and quickly cover height and width required. I planted a couple of these clematis at my...
    I would go for clematis Montana.....the variety Grandiflora which is nicely scented. Masses of flowers at this time of year on vigorous plants. Easily and quickly cover height and width...
    McClements, Jun 11, 2019
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    Verdun
    Jun 11, 2019
  17. mazambo

    Native bluebells (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)

    @pete & @Marley Farley, thanks, that's made my day (doesn't take much) just had a look at the photo on my phone again and think i can see a black seed pod still attached on the left hand side.
    @pete & @Marley Farley, thanks, that's made my day (doesn't take much) just had a look at the photo on my phone again and think i can see a black seed pod still attached on the left hand side.
    @pete & @Marley Farley, thanks, that's made my day (doesn't take much) just had a look at the photo on my phone again and think i can see a black seed pod still attached on the left hand side.
    @pete & @Marley Farley, thanks, that's made my day (doesn't take much) just had a look at the photo on my phone again and think i can see a black seed pod still attached on the left hand side.
    mazambo, Apr 13, 2019
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    mazambo
    Apr 13, 2019
  18. Belto

    Dying Geraniums

    I agree, lots of plants are forced in absolute perfect growing conditions, they then get put in draughty shop fronts with no hardening off. Pelargoniums (geraniums) are one of those plants that...
    I agree, lots of plants are forced in absolute perfect growing conditions, they then get put in draughty shop fronts with no hardening off. Pelargoniums (geraniums) are one of those plants that are likely to spring back once things warm up properly.Just dont overwater.
    I agree, lots of plants are forced in absolute perfect growing conditions, they then get put in draughty shop fronts with no hardening off. Pelargoniums (geraniums) are one of those plants that are likely to spring back once things warm up...
    I agree, lots of plants are forced in absolute perfect growing conditions, they then get put in draughty shop fronts with no hardening off. Pelargoniums (geraniums) are one of those plants that...
    Belto, Apr 8, 2019
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    pete
    Apr 8, 2019
  19. lowrider69

    irrigation systems?

    Hi Lowrider, sorry missed your Feb post. I used the Hozelock Universal irrigation kit this uses the large 13mm bore pipe. They also do a Micro kit which is more suitable for baskets. To control...
    Hi Lowrider, sorry missed your Feb post. I used the Hozelock Universal irrigation kit this uses the large 13mm bore pipe. They also do a Micro kit which is more suitable for baskets. To control the water I use an Orbit timer. There are cheaper kits and timers available, if you look on Ebay...
    Hi Lowrider, sorry missed your Feb post. I used the Hozelock Universal irrigation kit this uses the large 13mm bore pipe. They also do a Micro kit which is more suitable for baskets. To control the water I use an Orbit timer. There are cheaper...
    Hi Lowrider, sorry missed your Feb post. I used the Hozelock Universal irrigation kit this uses the large 13mm bore pipe. They also do a Micro kit which is more suitable for baskets. To control...
    38152780_10210447487898052_3952318485912092672_n.jpg MicroKit-all.jpg
    lowrider69, Feb 16, 2019
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    HarryS
    Apr 3, 2019
  20. kriss

    Salvia Strategy!

    Nemorosa Sensation Blue Kriss.....nice hardy variety.:) Keep labels or write names in a notebook perhaps:)
    Nemorosa Sensation Blue Kriss.....nice hardy variety.:) Keep labels or write names in a notebook perhaps:)
    Nemorosa Sensation Blue Kriss.....nice hardy variety.:) Keep labels or write names in a notebook perhaps:)
    Nemorosa Sensation Blue Kriss.....nice hardy variety.:) Keep labels or write names in a notebook perhaps:)
    kriss, Mar 12, 2019
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    Verdun
    Mar 13, 2019
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