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  1. Whiley

    Lilies Citronella

    Hmmm - I always assumed citronella oil came from lemons or something, does it actually come from some part of these lilies?
    Hmmm - I always assumed citronella oil came from lemons or something, does it actually come from some part of these lilies?
    Hmmm - I always assumed citronella oil came from lemons or something, does it actually come from some part of these lilies?
    Hmmm - I always assumed citronella oil came from lemons or something, does it actually come from some part of these lilies?
    Whiley, Mar 22, 2007
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    Claire75
    Mar 24, 2007
  2. PeterS

    I don't believe it.

    Hi Jean. I posted this only a two or three days ago but here have been so many threads that it has got buried. I should have given a link ...
    Hi Jean. I posted this only a two or three days ago but here have been so many threads that it has got buried. I should have given a link http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=002728Basically it is a box for growing plants under artificial light - and...
    Hi Jean. I posted this only a two or three days ago but here have been so many threads that it has got buried. I should have given a link http://www.gardenerscorner.co.uk/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=002728Basically it is a box...
    Hi Jean. I posted this only a two or three days ago but here have been so many threads that it has got buried. I should have given a link ...
    PeterS, Mar 23, 2007
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    PeterS
    Mar 24, 2007
  3. PeterS

    Is two in a bed more fun!

    Strongy, I would never get to sleep at night - I would still be counting. The seed must cost a bit - about 4 years ago I bought a packet of Petunias (mind you they were Surfinias) it cost about...
    Strongy, I would never get to sleep at night - I would still be counting. The seed must cost a bit - about 4 years ago I bought a packet of Petunias (mind you they were Surfinias) it cost about �£4 and had 8 seeds in it. Why are Surfinias so much more expensive than the normal?
    Strongy, I would never get to sleep at night - I would still be counting. The seed must cost a bit - about 4 years ago I bought a packet of Petunias (mind you they were Surfinias) it cost about �£4 and had 8 seeds in it. Why are Surfinias so...
    Strongy, I would never get to sleep at night - I would still be counting. The seed must cost a bit - about 4 years ago I bought a packet of Petunias (mind you they were Surfinias) it cost about...
    PeterS, Mar 23, 2007
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    PeterS
    Mar 24, 2007
  4. Gillypetunia

    How many seeds?

    Yes, I mean individual cellsThanks for your advice.
    Yes, I mean individual cellsThanks for your advice.
    Yes, I mean individual cellsThanks for your advice.
    Yes, I mean individual cellsThanks for your advice.
    Gillypetunia, Mar 20, 2007
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    Gillypetunia
    Mar 23, 2007
  5. Tiarella

    Seed Trays

    I use plastic cups,the kind you get in vending machines,with holes burnt in the bottom with a lighter,for alot of stuff.I think they`re ideal for leeks and colly`s etc.and i make sure i sow more...
    I use plastic cups,the kind you get in vending machines,with holes burnt in the bottom with a lighter,for alot of stuff.I think they`re ideal for leeks and colly`s etc.and i make sure i sow more than i need as i always get a few that don`t germinate. I stand them in plastic meat trays of water...
    I use plastic cups,the kind you get in vending machines,with holes burnt in the bottom with a lighter,for alot of stuff.I think they`re ideal for leeks and colly`s etc.and i make sure i sow more than i need as i always get a few that don`t...
    I use plastic cups,the kind you get in vending machines,with holes burnt in the bottom with a lighter,for alot of stuff.I think they`re ideal for leeks and colly`s etc.and i make sure i sow more...
    Tiarella, Mar 22, 2007
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    elainefiz
    Mar 23, 2007
  6. PLOTTY

    MY WEEK : 10 UPDATE POSTED

    Hi Steve, hope you are feeling better.Take a look at my blog if you get a chance - you were my inspiration!
    Hi Steve, hope you are feeling better.Take a look at my blog if you get a chance - you were my inspiration!
    Hi Steve, hope you are feeling better.Take a look at my blog if you get a chance - you were my inspiration!
    Hi Steve, hope you are feeling better.Take a look at my blog if you get a chance - you were my inspiration!
    PLOTTY, Mar 11, 2007
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    oktarine
    Mar 23, 2007
  7. windy miller

    I have my seeds...

    Thanks azad That's great because I haven't yet got my water butt installed (it'll probably be high summer at this rate,and there won't be any rain to fill it!!!!) So I can just leave a watering...
    Thanks azad That's great because I haven't yet got my water butt installed (it'll probably be high summer at this rate,and there won't be any rain to fill it!!!!) So I can just leave a watering can full outside - brilliant!!! :D
    Thanks azad That's great because I haven't yet got my water butt installed (it'll probably be high summer at this rate,and there won't be any rain to fill it!!!!) So I can just leave a watering can full outside - brilliant!!! :D
    Thanks azad That's great because I haven't yet got my water butt installed (it'll probably be high summer at this rate,and there won't be any rain to fill it!!!!) So I can just leave a watering...
    windy miller, Mar 19, 2007
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    windy miller
    Mar 22, 2007
  8. Kathy3

    kathy3 first attempt at pic

    hi mef i just lift of the bowls whenever they look bad which is not very often,and just pick the leaves out.my garden is quite well protected,so its not really a hassle kathy3
    hi mef i just lift of the bowls whenever they look bad which is not very often,and just pick the leaves out.my garden is quite well protected,so its not really a hassle kathy3
    hi mef i just lift of the bowls whenever they look bad which is not very often,and just pick the leaves out.my garden is quite well protected,so its not really a hassle kathy3
    hi mef i just lift of the bowls whenever they look bad which is not very often,and just pick the leaves out.my garden is quite well protected,so its not really a hassle kathy3
    Kathy3, Mar 19, 2007 ... 2
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  9. lazy-gardener

    pruning hardy fuschias

    I should remember this I suppose but I havent! I have some hardy fuschias which I have in pots. Should I be pruning these at all? they were planted last year if this helps. thanks
    I should remember this I suppose but I havent! I have some hardy fuschias which I have in pots. Should I be pruning these at all? they were planted last year if this helps. thanks
    I should remember this I suppose but I havent! I have some hardy fuschias which I have in pots. Should I be pruning these at all? they were planted last year if this helps. thanks
    I should remember this I suppose but I havent! I have some hardy fuschias which I have in pots. Should I be pruning these at all? they were planted last year if this helps. thanks
    lazy-gardener, Mar 22, 2007
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  10. mef750

    Help with azalea

    Hi Thanks! I think i will keep it in a pot that way i can be sure its in the right soil(compost) MEF750
    Hi Thanks! I think i will keep it in a pot that way i can be sure its in the right soil(compost) MEF750
    Hi Thanks! I think i will keep it in a pot that way i can be sure its in the right soil(compost) MEF750
    Hi Thanks! I think i will keep it in a pot that way i can be sure its in the right soil(compost) MEF750
    mef750, Mar 21, 2007
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    mef750
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  11. lelly

    RIP Seeds

    I posted the same about some stocks I had recently sown, I left them for a week and all the little white beards have disappeared and they are doing great, so I assume the root hairs which Strongy...
    I posted the same about some stocks I had recently sown, I left them for a week and all the little white beards have disappeared and they are doing great, so I assume the root hairs which Strongy has mentioned. Leave them a few days to see what happens. You may want to prop the lid open slightly...
    I posted the same about some stocks I had recently sown, I left them for a week and all the little white beards have disappeared and they are doing great, so I assume the root hairs which Strongy has mentioned. Leave them a few days to see what...
    I posted the same about some stocks I had recently sown, I left them for a week and all the little white beards have disappeared and they are doing great, so I assume the root hairs which Strongy...
    lelly, Mar 20, 2007
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    elliegreenwellie
    Mar 22, 2007
  12. beanstalkgiant

    Gardening advice,security and safety

    Agree there Peter but if you ignore the advert the safety information might jog a few memories!
    Agree there Peter but if you ignore the advert the safety information might jog a few memories!
    Agree there Peter but if you ignore the advert the safety information might jog a few memories!
    Agree there Peter but if you ignore the advert the safety information might jog a few memories!
    beanstalkgiant, Mar 21, 2007
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    jjordie
    Mar 22, 2007
  13. cajary

    Fleece

    As an "offshoot" on this topic -perhaps it ought to go in the retailer feedback section - I bought a packet of two sturdy 40" by 45" plant protector bags made of fleece and complete with...
    As an "offshoot" on this topic -perhaps it ought to go in the retailer feedback section - I bought a packet of two sturdy 40" by 45" plant protector bags made of fleece and complete with drawstrings at my local poundstore (or was it 99p store?) the other day. Just the job for popping over...
    As an "offshoot" on this topic -perhaps it ought to go in the retailer feedback section - I bought a packet of two sturdy 40" by 45" plant protector bags made of fleece and complete with drawstrings at my local poundstore (or was it 99p store?)...
    As an "offshoot" on this topic -perhaps it ought to go in the retailer feedback section - I bought a packet of two sturdy 40" by 45" plant protector bags made of fleece and complete with...
    cajary, Mar 19, 2007
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    Jack by the hedge
    Mar 22, 2007
  14. lynne

    Garden Design courses

    hello chaps OK, so I'm signed up to study the RHS certificate at night school now, but I also want to study garden design specifically. I've had a mooch about on t'internet and had to have a lie...
    hello chaps OK, so I'm signed up to study the RHS certificate at night school now, but I also want to study garden design specifically. I've had a mooch about on t'internet and had to have a lie down in a darkened room with a damp flannel on my head. Did ya know you can spend 7k on a course at...
    hello chaps OK, so I'm signed up to study the RHS certificate at night school now, but I also want to study garden design specifically. I've had a mooch about on t'internet and had to have a lie down in a darkened room with a damp flannel on my...
    hello chaps OK, so I'm signed up to study the RHS certificate at night school now, but I also want to study garden design specifically. I've had a mooch about on t'internet and had to have a lie...
    lynne, Mar 22, 2007
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    lynne
    Mar 22, 2007
  15. PeterS

    Light Box

    Dendro - Same reason you used to buy petrol with added WM7 many years ago. Means nothing, like most advertising copy, but fools the public. A bit like our chancellor who says we now have the...
    Dendro - Same reason you used to buy petrol with added WM7 many years ago. Means nothing, like most advertising copy, but fools the public. A bit like our chancellor who says we now have the lowest tax rate for 70 years. He forgets that last year 10% was the lowest rate, which he has just...
    Dendro - Same reason you used to buy petrol with added WM7 many years ago. Means nothing, like most advertising copy, but fools the public. A bit like our chancellor who says we now have the lowest tax rate for 70 years. He forgets that last year...
    Dendro - Same reason you used to buy petrol with added WM7 many years ago. Means nothing, like most advertising copy, but fools the public. A bit like our chancellor who says we now have the...
    PeterS, Mar 20, 2007
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    PeterS
    Mar 21, 2007
  16. Waco

    celendine?

    Just found out that I've got celendine growing in my lawn (only a small patch thankfully) knew it was there but didn't know what it was until this guy told meGood or bad? bad I suspect!!
    Just found out that I've got celendine growing in my lawn (only a small patch thankfully) knew it was there but didn't know what it was until this guy told meGood or bad? bad I suspect!!
    Just found out that I've got celendine growing in my lawn (only a small patch thankfully) knew it was there but didn't know what it was until this guy told meGood or bad? bad I suspect!!
    Just found out that I've got celendine growing in my lawn (only a small patch thankfully) knew it was there but didn't know what it was until this guy told meGood or bad? bad I suspect!!
    Waco, Mar 4, 2007 ... 2
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    Stingo
    Mar 21, 2007
  17. lynne

    growing shrubs from seeds

    Done it a few times , in the past. It really does depend on the shrub, for example Daphne are slow growing so you are looking at 3 to 5 years for an 18 inch flowering specimen. Other things grow...
    Done it a few times , in the past. It really does depend on the shrub, for example Daphne are slow growing so you are looking at 3 to 5 years for an 18 inch flowering specimen. Other things grow even slower and some grow a lot faster. Buddleja go from tiny seedling to massive shrub in a couple...
    Done it a few times , in the past. It really does depend on the shrub, for example Daphne are slow growing so you are looking at 3 to 5 years for an 18 inch flowering specimen. Other things grow even slower and some grow a lot faster. Buddleja go...
    Done it a few times , in the past. It really does depend on the shrub, for example Daphne are slow growing so you are looking at 3 to 5 years for an 18 inch flowering specimen. Other things grow...
    lynne, Mar 21, 2007
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    517
    Palustris
    Mar 21, 2007
  18. compostee

    open gardens

    I think sometimes we are far too hard on ourselves! When I look at my garden all I can see are the faults. That bed needs weeding, that patch looks a little bare, eek, is that blackspot on my...
    I think sometimes we are far too hard on ourselves! When I look at my garden all I can see are the faults. That bed needs weeding, that patch looks a little bare, eek, is that blackspot on my Sombreuil! I had a chap come round the other day to pick up some plant pots I had advertised on...
    I think sometimes we are far too hard on ourselves! When I look at my garden all I can see are the faults. That bed needs weeding, that patch looks a little bare, eek, is that blackspot on my Sombreuil! I had a chap come round the other day to...
    I think sometimes we are far too hard on ourselves! When I look at my garden all I can see are the faults. That bed needs weeding, that patch looks a little bare, eek, is that blackspot on my...
    compostee, Mar 19, 2007
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    lynne
    Mar 21, 2007
  19. daz and debs

    mussa valuntina

    yes sorry thats the one lol
    yes sorry thats the one lol
    yes sorry thats the one lol
    yes sorry thats the one lol
    daz and debs, Mar 21, 2007
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    daz and debs
    Mar 21, 2007
  20. lynne

    a career in horticulture

    go for it lynne i wish i had done this. i worked for a hotel in the gardens for years on low wages etc. started done gardens in my free time at weekends but i never persude it any futher a double...
    go for it lynne i wish i had done this. i worked for a hotel in the gardens for years on low wages etc. started done gardens in my free time at weekends but i never persude it any futher a double hernea stopped me from doing gardens now iam doing maintenance in the hotel not the same i do regret...
    go for it lynne i wish i had done this. i worked for a hotel in the gardens for years on low wages etc. started done gardens in my free time at weekends but i never persude it any futher a double hernea stopped me from doing gardens now iam doing...
    go for it lynne i wish i had done this. i worked for a hotel in the gardens for years on low wages etc. started done gardens in my free time at weekends but i never persude it any futher a double...
    lynne, Mar 20, 2007 ... 2
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    use to be gardener
    Mar 20, 2007
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