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  1. K78

    Garden boundaries.

    Then everything will be fine and dandy then.
    Then everything will be fine and dandy then.
    Then everything will be fine and dandy then.
    Then everything will be fine and dandy then.
    K78, Apr 9, 2019
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    Snorky85
    Apr 12, 2019
  2. Scotty2088

    Garden bank covering

    @Scotty2088 ,..you did a good job there and the entire view is easy on the eyes,..it would be a shame to grow anything tall to spoil the view.Pebbles would be better than Grit as the latter...
    @Scotty2088 ,..you did a good job there and the entire view is easy on the eyes,..it would be a shame to grow anything tall to spoil the view.Pebbles would be better than Grit as the latter would wash through,..so larger Pebbles would be ideal,..low growing plants would look great with your...
    @Scotty2088 ,..you did a good job there and the entire view is easy on the eyes,..it would be a shame to grow anything tall to spoil the view.Pebbles would be better than Grit as the latter would wash through,..so larger Pebbles would be...
    @Scotty2088 ,..you did a good job there and the entire view is easy on the eyes,..it would be a shame to grow anything tall to spoil the view.Pebbles would be better than Grit as the latter...
    Scotty2088, Jun 30, 2020
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    glengarry23
    Jul 2, 2020
  3. Madra

    Galvanised Dustbin

    Yes, exactly. Anyone who has a compost heap should know this. I stay well clear of meats, fats/oils, citrus fruits and vegetables of the onion family.My compost heap benefits me twice over. I...
    Yes, exactly. Anyone who has a compost heap should know this. I stay well clear of meats, fats/oils, citrus fruits and vegetables of the onion family.My compost heap benefits me twice over. I get worms for my tropical fish, and every spring I dig out the extremely rich well rotted down compost...
    Yes, exactly. Anyone who has a compost heap should know this. I stay well clear of meats, fats/oils, citrus fruits and vegetables of the onion family.My compost heap benefits me twice over. I get worms for my tropical fish, and every spring I...
    Yes, exactly. Anyone who has a compost heap should know this. I stay well clear of meats, fats/oils, citrus fruits and vegetables of the onion family.My compost heap benefits me twice over. I...
    Madra, Nov 9, 2022
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    Esoxlucius
    Nov 10, 2022
  4. Pellin

    Fushia help please

    Hi,Be better with a general Balanced fertiliser for now as you want growth rather than flowers which is what Tomorite is for with its high Potash.We have Genni in the garden, seems bombproof,...
    Hi,Be better with a general Balanced fertiliser for now as you want growth rather than flowers which is what Tomorite is for with its high Potash.We have Genni in the garden, seems bombproof, looking grand at the moment with its almost yellow leaves and the buds ready to open, about 60cm round.
    Hi,Be better with a general Balanced fertiliser for now as you want growth rather than flowers which is what Tomorite is for with its high Potash.We have Genni in the garden, seems bombproof, looking grand at the moment with its almost yellow...
    Hi,Be better with a general Balanced fertiliser for now as you want growth rather than flowers which is what Tomorite is for with its high Potash.We have Genni in the garden, seems bombproof,...
    Pellin, Jul 5, 2023
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    ricky101
    Jul 5, 2023
  5. JillD

    fuschia

    I leave mine indoors untill all sign of frosts are past unless they are hardy fuchsias.They will happily grow away in your greenhouse .Mine are in my consatory ,kitchen window sill and front...
    I leave mine indoors untill all sign of frosts are past unless they are hardy fuchsias.They will happily grow away in your greenhouse .Mine are in my consatory ,kitchen window sill and front entrance as its a wee bit cosier.I dont put mine outdoors till about end of May if its nice during...
    I leave mine indoors untill all sign of frosts are past unless they are hardy fuchsias.They will happily grow away in your greenhouse .Mine are in my consatory ,kitchen window sill and front entrance as its a wee bit cosier.I dont put mine...
    I leave mine indoors untill all sign of frosts are past unless they are hardy fuchsias.They will happily grow away in your greenhouse .Mine are in my consatory ,kitchen window sill and front...
    JillD, Mar 24, 2007
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    Scotkat
    Mar 24, 2007
  6. compost maker

    Fungus on driftwood

    I agree with frogesque, I believe, (I may be wrong but) most fungi will only affect other trees and shrubs if they are wounded and the spores can get in. Fungi can be a very attractive feature and...
    I agree with frogesque, I believe, (I may be wrong but) most fungi will only affect other trees and shrubs if they are wounded and the spores can get in. Fungi can be a very attractive feature and encourage some beneficial insects. Unless It's honey fungus. In which case, If possible, i'd soak...
    I agree with frogesque, I believe, (I may be wrong but) most fungi will only affect other trees and shrubs if they are wounded and the spores can get in. Fungi can be a very attractive feature and encourage some beneficial insects. Unless It's...
    I agree with frogesque, I believe, (I may be wrong but) most fungi will only affect other trees and shrubs if they are wounded and the spores can get in. Fungi can be a very attractive feature and...
    compost maker, Feb 27, 2007
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    compostee
    Feb 28, 2007
  7. arwyn

    fuchsias

    Hi arwing, here is some advice about fuchsias...(you will need to zoom in though, as the prints is quite small)http://www.lillymiller.com/fuchsia_tips.html
    Hi arwing, here is some advice about fuchsias...(you will need to zoom in though, as the prints is quite small)http://www.lillymiller.com/fuchsia_tips.html
    Hi arwing, here is some advice about fuchsias...(you will need to zoom in though, as the prints is quite small)http://www.lillymiller.com/fuchsia_tips.html
    Hi arwing, here is some advice about fuchsias...(you will need to zoom in though, as the prints is quite small)http://www.lillymiller.com/fuchsia_tips.html
    arwyn, Feb 16, 2005
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    miraflores
    Feb 22, 2007
  8. Jack by the hedge

    Fuchsia varieties

    Swingtime is a delightful red and white double fuchsia everyones favourite makes a nice basket.With 5 fuchsias in your basket or try growing on amulti basket more than 5 from tip cuttings and...
    Swingtime is a delightful red and white double fuchsia everyones favourite makes a nice basket.With 5 fuchsias in your basket or try growing on amulti basket more than 5 from tip cuttings and as they grow their roots out from pot time to repot untill the size of the basket.Another way just...
    Swingtime is a delightful red and white double fuchsia everyones favourite makes a nice basket.With 5 fuchsias in your basket or try growing on amulti basket more than 5 from tip cuttings and as they grow their roots out from pot time to...
    Swingtime is a delightful red and white double fuchsia everyones favourite makes a nice basket.With 5 fuchsias in your basket or try growing on amulti basket more than 5 from tip cuttings and...
    Jack by the hedge, Feb 27, 2007
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    Scotkat
    Mar 1, 2007
  9. KFF

    Fuchsia Mail order suppliers

    Nay worries, always there if thee want.
    Nay worries, always there if thee want.
    Nay worries, always there if thee want.
    Nay worries, always there if thee want.
    KFF, Jun 6, 2020
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    landimad
    Jun 8, 2020
  10. moonraker

    fruit tree are they worth while ?

    Janet, fantastic to hear that your apple tree has come back to life!To me, it suggests that Macraignil may be onto something re: over-watering. Perhaps try changing to a really good soak once or...
    Janet, fantastic to hear that your apple tree has come back to life!To me, it suggests that Macraignil may be onto something re: over-watering. Perhaps try changing to a really good soak once or twice a week. Checking the soil for dryness can be more difficult with the large pots for...
    Janet, fantastic to hear that your apple tree has come back to life!To me, it suggests that Macraignil may be onto something re: over-watering. Perhaps try changing to a really good soak once or twice a week. Checking the soil for dryness can...
    Janet, fantastic to hear that your apple tree has come back to life!To me, it suggests that Macraignil may be onto something re: over-watering. Perhaps try changing to a really good soak once or...
    moonraker, Mar 17, 2020
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    Cassie
    Apr 26, 2020
  11. Greenthumbs.

    Fruit tree and rose sprayer.

    Thanks, something to my shame don't do each time!
    Thanks, something to my shame don't do each time!
    Thanks, something to my shame don't do each time!
    Thanks, something to my shame don't do each time!
    Greenthumbs., Jan 20, 2021
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    Greenthumbs.
    Jan 20, 2021
  12. Big Gaz

    Fruit tree advice

    Yes, espaliers are lovely when they're well trained, very productive too. But they take years to form (unless you buy a ready-made) so it's a wise choice to start with the cordons.
    Yes, espaliers are lovely when they're well trained, very productive too. But they take years to form (unless you buy a ready-made) so it's a wise choice to start with the cordons.
    Yes, espaliers are lovely when they're well trained, very productive too. But they take years to form (unless you buy a ready-made) so it's a wise choice to start with the cordons.
    Yes, espaliers are lovely when they're well trained, very productive too. But they take years to form (unless you buy a ready-made) so it's a wise choice to start with the cordons.
    Big Gaz, Oct 21, 2019
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    noisette47
    Oct 24, 2019
  13. roders

    Fruit and Veg.Quiz.

    Got it! :biggrin: Still slightly on a cheating side as the clue points towards a single word... Upsydaisy would still be quite good methinks :noidea:I'm loving this quiz, thanks @roders :)
    Got it! :biggrin: Still slightly on a cheating side as the clue points towards a single word... Upsydaisy would still be quite good methinks :noidea:I'm loving this quiz, thanks @roders :)
    Got it! :biggrin: Still slightly on a cheating side as the clue points towards a single word... Upsydaisy would still be quite good methinks :noidea:I'm loving this quiz, thanks @roders :)
    Got it! :biggrin: Still slightly on a cheating side as the clue points towards a single word... Upsydaisy would still be quite good methinks :noidea:I'm loving this quiz, thanks @roders :)
    roders, Dec 23, 2019
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    Selleri
    Dec 23, 2019
  14. Bunslip

    Frosty

    Geoff is absolutely right. In his last paragraph he talks about cold destroying the cell walls. This is exactly the same as in a car. Freezing water expands and can burst your engine block, in...
    Geoff is absolutely right. In his last paragraph he talks about cold destroying the cell walls. This is exactly the same as in a car. Freezing water expands and can burst your engine block, in the same way as it bursts water pipes in the house. The answer with a car is to use antifreeze, which...
    Geoff is absolutely right. In his last paragraph he talks about cold destroying the cell walls. This is exactly the same as in a car. Freezing water expands and can burst your engine block, in the same way as it bursts water pipes in the house....
    Geoff is absolutely right. In his last paragraph he talks about cold destroying the cell walls. This is exactly the same as in a car. Freezing water expands and can burst your engine block, in...
    Bunslip, Feb 7, 2007
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    PeterS
    Feb 7, 2007
  15. Esoxlucius

    Frost/wind protection

    This is a picture I've just taken just to give you an idea of the set up. The purpose of the wood framework is to simply give it more height. When it rains heavily the rain leaks in through the...
    This is a picture I've just taken just to give you an idea of the set up. The purpose of the wood framework is to simply give it more height. When it rains heavily the rain leaks in through the gaps between the wood/tub/top sheet and then pools in the bottom, hence my idea to shrink wrap around...
    This is a picture I've just taken just to give you an idea of the set up. The purpose of the wood framework is to simply give it more height. When it rains heavily the rain leaks in through the gaps between the wood/tub/top sheet and then pools...
    This is a picture I've just taken just to give you an idea of the set up. The purpose of the wood framework is to simply give it more height. When it rains heavily the rain leaks in through the...
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    Esoxlucius, Oct 15, 2023
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    Esoxlucius
    Oct 15, 2023
  16. Perki
    Like x 6

    Front Garden Redesign Project

    Thanks Snorky. Its nice to see you on the forum again , I hope you are well :)
    Thanks Snorky. Its nice to see you on the forum again , I hope you are well :)
    Thanks Snorky. Its nice to see you on the forum again , I hope you are well :)
    Thanks Snorky. Its nice to see you on the forum again , I hope you are well :)
    Perki, Oct 5, 2021 ... 2
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    Perki
    Jan 11, 2023
  17. SteveF

    Front garden raised beds inc trellis and privacy

    Update: Quite annoying when looking at the dates. My neighbor got some wood and built the planters, I painted them and sorted the trellis. We've finally got them in place and I've started...
    Update: Quite annoying when looking at the dates. My neighbor got some wood and built the planters, I painted them and sorted the trellis. We've finally got them in place and I've started filling them today. My second son joined the world in July and by the time we actually got what could even...
    Update: Quite annoying when looking at the dates. My neighbor got some wood and built the planters, I painted them and sorted the trellis. We've finally got them in place and I've started filling them today. My second son joined the world in...
    Update: Quite annoying when looking at the dates. My neighbor got some wood and built the planters, I painted them and sorted the trellis. We've finally got them in place and I've started...
    IMG_20180407_165043.jpg IMG_20180430_065909.jpg IMG_20180430_184339.jpg 60F40148-70B8-45F0-AB63-E8F34FDAF8B3.jpeg 43FCDF4B-989A-4A55-89B8-D8D9DBE6A2BA.jpeg 5790B2A1-D497-4A79-954C-633E8257255C.jpeg
    SteveF, Apr 29, 2018
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    SteveF
    May 28, 2019
  18. lazy-gardener

    front garden ideas please??

    LG we are away to have our front garden revamped before end of the month plans drawn.Back to a blank canvas.Low maintance for my container it will incoraprate plum slate york stone and isle of...
    LG we are away to have our front garden revamped before end of the month plans drawn.Back to a blank canvas.Low maintance for my container it will incoraprate plum slate york stone and isle of ske marble and pebble still be containers and plants anda raised bed and a curved path.Shall post...
    LG we are away to have our front garden revamped before end of the month plans drawn.Back to a blank canvas.Low maintance for my container it will incoraprate plum slate york stone and isle of ske marble and pebble still be containers and...
    LG we are away to have our front garden revamped before end of the month plans drawn.Back to a blank canvas.Low maintance for my container it will incoraprate plum slate york stone and isle of...
    lazy-gardener, Jan 22, 2007
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    Scotkat
    Mar 8, 2007
  19. Honey Bee

    Frogspawn

    Hi David H - and welcome!!!!!Already planned that one - it'll (hopefully) keep the little dalings occupied for a few hours each week.....All the taddies went into the pond from the...
    Hi David H - and welcome!!!!!Already planned that one - it'll (hopefully) keep the little dalings occupied for a few hours each week.....All the taddies went into the pond from the bucket, but have hidden themselves, so we don't know how many have survived.... especially as I saw one...
    Hi David H - and welcome!!!!!Already planned that one - it'll (hopefully) keep the little dalings occupied for a few hours each week.....All the taddies went into the pond from the bucket, but have hidden themselves, so we don't know...
    Hi David H - and welcome!!!!!Already planned that one - it'll (hopefully) keep the little dalings occupied for a few hours each week.....All the taddies went into the pond from the...
    Honey Bee, Feb 26, 2007 ... 3 4 5
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    Honey Bee
    Mar 30, 2007
  20. crowley

    friends with similar interests?

    You cannot beat allotment gardening for meeting people, making friends and LEARNING. I had an allotment for 13 years before I had to give it up because of work commitments. And it was the most...
    You cannot beat allotment gardening for meeting people, making friends and LEARNING. I had an allotment for 13 years before I had to give it up because of work commitments. And it was the most wonderful gardening experience of my life, not only meeting these wonderful old characters, but also...
    You cannot beat allotment gardening for meeting people, making friends and LEARNING. I had an allotment for 13 years before I had to give it up because of work commitments. And it was the most wonderful gardening experience of my life, not only...
    You cannot beat allotment gardening for meeting people, making friends and LEARNING. I had an allotment for 13 years before I had to give it up because of work commitments. And it was the most...
    crowley, Jan 1, 2007 ... 2
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    daitheplant
    Jan 3, 2007
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