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  1. weedaway

    Pesky Squirrels

    The advantage of wire mesh is that it can be cut to size and buried just below the surface of the compost in pots and the bulbs will grow through the gaps.
    The advantage of wire mesh is that it can be cut to size and buried just below the surface of the compost in pots and the bulbs will grow through the gaps.
    The advantage of wire mesh is that it can be cut to size and buried just below the surface of the compost in pots and the bulbs will grow through the gaps.
    The advantage of wire mesh is that it can be cut to size and buried just below the surface of the compost in pots and the bulbs will grow through the gaps.
    weedaway, Sep 16, 2021 ... 2
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    NigelJ
    Sep 19, 2021
  2. JWK

    North facing bed next to house recommendations

    I have revamped my front garden and have 3 small beds beside the front door and steps. The beds are about 5 ft long by 2 ft wide. They are in full shade. I want fragrant plants for winter and...
    I have revamped my front garden and have 3 small beds beside the front door and steps. The beds are about 5 ft long by 2 ft wide. They are in full shade. I want fragrant plants for winter and spring scents and colour. I am thinking of a daphne which do well here in my back south facing garden,...
    I have revamped my front garden and have 3 small beds beside the front door and steps. The beds are about 5 ft long by 2 ft wide. They are in full shade. I want fragrant plants for winter and spring scents and colour. I am thinking of a daphne...
    I have revamped my front garden and have 3 small beds beside the front door and steps. The beds are about 5 ft long by 2 ft wide. They are in full shade. I want fragrant plants for winter and...
    JWK, Sep 19, 2021
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    JWK
    Sep 19, 2021
  3. Perki
    Like x 7

    Harrogate Autumn show / Newby Hall

    I don't know which variety it is put Harvington Pink seems to spring to mind .
    I don't know which variety it is put Harvington Pink seems to spring to mind .
    I don't know which variety it is put Harvington Pink seems to spring to mind .
    I don't know which variety it is put Harvington Pink seems to spring to mind .
    Perki, Sep 20, 2021
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    Perki
    Sep 21, 2021
  4. youngalistai

    Tibuchina problems

    It looks healthy enough. They do like lots of water in the growing season, especially if in the sun.
    It looks healthy enough. They do like lots of water in the growing season, especially if in the sun.
    It looks healthy enough. They do like lots of water in the growing season, especially if in the sun.
    It looks healthy enough. They do like lots of water in the growing season, especially if in the sun.
    youngalistai, Sep 24, 2021
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    noisette47
    Sep 25, 2021
  5. Huw Wyn Jones

    Civic style community garden

    Thank you for the pictures, they do help. :)Hydrangeas as has already been suggested are a good idea and Lupins would work if you are prepared to dead head them. Sedum Spectabile (Ice Plant). The...
    Thank you for the pictures, they do help. :)Hydrangeas as has already been suggested are a good idea and Lupins would work if you are prepared to dead head them. Sedum Spectabile (Ice Plant). The smaller Hebe's. Potentilla 'Fruticosa'. Hardy perennial Fuschia's - possibly the smaller ones. And...
    Thank you for the pictures, they do help. :)Hydrangeas as has already been suggested are a good idea and Lupins would work if you are prepared to dead head them. Sedum Spectabile (Ice Plant). The smaller Hebe's. Potentilla 'Fruticosa'. Hardy...
    Thank you for the pictures, they do help. :)Hydrangeas as has already been suggested are a good idea and Lupins would work if you are prepared to dead head them. Sedum Spectabile (Ice Plant). The...
    Huw Wyn Jones, Sep 22, 2021
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    Sheal
    Sep 29, 2021
  6. Spruce

    Its a boundary dispute over a fence

    I’ve seen this before and If it’s a fence owned by yourself then they should have asked first. I’ve seen all sorts of disputes. I’ve had customers complain of this and normally it can be resolved...
    I’ve seen this before and If it’s a fence owned by yourself then they should have asked first. I’ve seen all sorts of disputes. I’ve had customers complain of this and normally it can be resolved as and on one occasion to settle it the neighbours painted both sides. One I remember well was a...
    I’ve seen this before and If it’s a fence owned by yourself then they should have asked first. I’ve seen all sorts of disputes. I’ve had customers complain of this and normally it can be resolved as and on one occasion to settle it the neighbours...
    I’ve seen this before and If it’s a fence owned by yourself then they should have asked first. I’ve seen all sorts of disputes. I’ve had customers complain of this and normally it can be resolved...
    Spruce, Oct 1, 2021
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    Liz the pot
    Oct 2, 2021
  7. MangoH

    Help please! Black Spot!

    Hello @MangoH they don't look very big, is there any bugs underneath? If so rub them off with your fingers. I wouldn't spray because the leaves look delicate.
    Hello @MangoH they don't look very big, is there any bugs underneath? If so rub them off with your fingers. I wouldn't spray because the leaves look delicate.
    Hello @MangoH they don't look very big, is there any bugs underneath? If so rub them off with your fingers. I wouldn't spray because the leaves look delicate.
    Hello @MangoH they don't look very big, is there any bugs underneath? If so rub them off with your fingers. I wouldn't spray because the leaves look delicate.
    MangoH, Sep 30, 2021
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    Logan
    Oct 4, 2021
  8. RDB85

    Hayter Help after Cable has broken

    I think you are getting confused the top handle is the dead man handle like it is with all mowers it need holding in when pulling the rope and holding in while using the lawnmower . Are you hold...
    I think you are getting confused the top handle is the dead man handle like it is with all mowers it need holding in when pulling the rope and holding in while using the lawnmower . Are you hold this lever in while trying to start it ?The cable with brass on is to adjust the tension on the...
    I think you are getting confused the top handle is the dead man handle like it is with all mowers it need holding in when pulling the rope and holding in while using the lawnmower . Are you hold this lever in while trying to start it ?The...
    I think you are getting confused the top handle is the dead man handle like it is with all mowers it need holding in when pulling the rope and holding in while using the lawnmower . Are you hold...
    RDB85, Oct 9, 2021 ... 2
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    Perki
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  9. Mitch66

    Winterising strawberry plants in pots

    Think the greenhouse will be the best bet judging by replies on here, they were all new plants this year, although the harvest weren`t exceptional, I`m hoping they will do better next year now...
    Think the greenhouse will be the best bet judging by replies on here, they were all new plants this year, although the harvest weren`t exceptional, I`m hoping they will do better next year now they are established. I may drape some bubble wrap over them for good measure. Thanks for the reply
    Think the greenhouse will be the best bet judging by replies on here, they were all new plants this year, although the harvest weren`t exceptional, I`m hoping they will do better next year now they are established. I may drape some bubble wrap...
    Think the greenhouse will be the best bet judging by replies on here, they were all new plants this year, although the harvest weren`t exceptional, I`m hoping they will do better next year now...
    Mitch66, Oct 17, 2021
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  10. Spruce

    Wild bird food where shall I buy from ?

    I always buy from Wilko, good selection.
    I always buy from Wilko, good selection.
    I always buy from Wilko, good selection.
    I always buy from Wilko, good selection.
    Spruce, Nov 2, 2021
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    john558
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  11. Heathersrunoutofspace!!

    Buddleia globosa problems?

    After B. globosa flowers it does put on new growth, which has the next season's flowers buds, dormant and not visible, at the apex of the stems in the autumn. The species does tend to let some of...
    After B. globosa flowers it does put on new growth, which has the next season's flowers buds, dormant and not visible, at the apex of the stems in the autumn. The species does tend to let some of the new growth die, particularly at the base, to concentrate the energy into the upper branches. The...
    After B. globosa flowers it does put on new growth, which has the next season's flowers buds, dormant and not visible, at the apex of the stems in the autumn. The species does tend to let some of the new growth die, particularly at the base, to...
    After B. globosa flowers it does put on new growth, which has the next season's flowers buds, dormant and not visible, at the apex of the stems in the autumn. The species does tend to let some of...
    Heathersrunoutofspace!!, Nov 10, 2021
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    The Buddleja Garden
    Nov 10, 2021
  12. Ryan4661

    Correct application for weed killer

    With roundup pro as it’s meant for use by a trained individual or supervised you need to understand the makeup and the mixtures to suit the plant targeted. If you have hard water you may need to...
    With roundup pro as it’s meant for use by a trained individual or supervised you need to understand the makeup and the mixtures to suit the plant targeted. If you have hard water you may need to add an additive to insure it works best. The label will also explain how long the residue effect...
    With roundup pro as it’s meant for use by a trained individual or supervised you need to understand the makeup and the mixtures to suit the plant targeted. If you have hard water you may need to add an additive to insure it works best. The label...
    With roundup pro as it’s meant for use by a trained individual or supervised you need to understand the makeup and the mixtures to suit the plant targeted. If you have hard water you may need to...
    Ryan4661, Nov 21, 2021 ... 2 3
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    Liz the pot
    Nov 24, 2021
  13. Thealandavies

    Can anyone help this recover?

    If the green leaves are still firmly attached then l think it has every chance of recovering , the most important thing is to check that the growing point in the top middle is still intact and...
    If the green leaves are still firmly attached then l think it has every chance of recovering , the most important thing is to check that the growing point in the top middle is still intact and firm . It would probably benefit from being re potted in the spring , going up a few inches pot size...
    If the green leaves are still firmly attached then l think it has every chance of recovering , the most important thing is to check that the growing point in the top middle is still intact and firm . It would probably benefit from being re potted...
    If the green leaves are still firmly attached then l think it has every chance of recovering , the most important thing is to check that the growing point in the top middle is still intact and...
    Thealandavies, Nov 28, 2021
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    Tomcat
    Nov 28, 2021
  14. Spruce
    Informative x 5

    Christmas bird decorations from China / far East

    Because of not wearing a mask, i was told to sneeze into the elbow.I wasn't told it had to be my elbow!
    Because of not wearing a mask, i was told to sneeze into the elbow.I wasn't told it had to be my elbow!
    Because of not wearing a mask, i was told to sneeze into the elbow.I wasn't told it had to be my elbow!
    Because of not wearing a mask, i was told to sneeze into the elbow.I wasn't told it had to be my elbow!
    Spruce, Dec 9, 2021
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    flounder
    Dec 10, 2021
  15. Logan

    the wild gardener videos

    That's great @redstar I've just ordered some wildflower seeds, corn chamomile and corn marigold 1 pack of each. Can use yellow rattle to put in grass to stop the grass from growing well.
    That's great @redstar I've just ordered some wildflower seeds, corn chamomile and corn marigold 1 pack of each. Can use yellow rattle to put in grass to stop the grass from growing well.
    That's great @redstar I've just ordered some wildflower seeds, corn chamomile and corn marigold 1 pack of each. Can use yellow rattle to put in grass to stop the grass from growing well.
    That's great @redstar I've just ordered some wildflower seeds, corn chamomile and corn marigold 1 pack of each. Can use yellow rattle to put in grass to stop the grass from growing well.
    Logan, Dec 26, 2021
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    Logan
    Dec 26, 2021
  16. JimmyB

    Online seed merchants

    I copy the name and search on google images only takes about 5 seconds if that . Can't be doing with RHS size guide it is to vague.
    I copy the name and search on google images only takes about 5 seconds if that . Can't be doing with RHS size guide it is to vague.
    I copy the name and search on google images only takes about 5 seconds if that . Can't be doing with RHS size guide it is to vague.
    I copy the name and search on google images only takes about 5 seconds if that . Can't be doing with RHS size guide it is to vague.
    JimmyB, Dec 29, 2021
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    Perki
    Dec 29, 2021
  17. youngalistai

    Begonia luxurins

    if the photo is in your google library can you not copy / paste to the desktop computer or add to album on your phone ? I then use the Upload file in blue bottom right of the screen.
    if the photo is in your google library can you not copy / paste to the desktop computer or add to album on your phone ? I then use the Upload file in blue bottom right of the screen.
    if the photo is in your google library can you not copy / paste to the desktop computer or add to album on your phone ? I then use the Upload file in blue bottom right of the screen.
    if the photo is in your google library can you not copy / paste to the desktop computer or add to album on your phone ? I then use the Upload file in blue bottom right of the screen.
    youngalistai, Dec 31, 2021
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    Perki
    Dec 31, 2021
  18. Michael Hewett

    Caladium

    Thank you @strongylodon I shall put it to dry for the winter and start off again in a propagator in March. The tuber feels solid so it should be all right.
    Thank you @strongylodon I shall put it to dry for the winter and start off again in a propagator in March. The tuber feels solid so it should be all right.
    Thank you @strongylodon I shall put it to dry for the winter and start off again in a propagator in March. The tuber feels solid so it should be all right.
    Thank you @strongylodon I shall put it to dry for the winter and start off again in a propagator in March. The tuber feels solid so it should be all right.
    Michael Hewett, Jan 3, 2022
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    Michael Hewett
    Jan 3, 2022
  19. Barders

    When to prune Fatsia japonica's flowers?

    Thank you @strongylodon I will definitely leave them until they drop, looking forward to seeing who enjoys them!
    Thank you @strongylodon I will definitely leave them until they drop, looking forward to seeing who enjoys them!
    Thank you @strongylodon I will definitely leave them until they drop, looking forward to seeing who enjoys them!
    Thank you @strongylodon I will definitely leave them until they drop, looking forward to seeing who enjoys them!
    Barders, Jan 10, 2022
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    Barders
    Jan 11, 2022
  20. Colstar

    Plant ID please :)

    I have that and I thought that it looked like a geum, I just pull it up I don't use any chemicals on my garden.
    I have that and I thought that it looked like a geum, I just pull it up I don't use any chemicals on my garden.
    I have that and I thought that it looked like a geum, I just pull it up I don't use any chemicals on my garden.
    I have that and I thought that it looked like a geum, I just pull it up I don't use any chemicals on my garden.
    Colstar, Jan 18, 2022
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    Logan
    Jan 20, 2022
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