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  1. My Clay Jungle

    Plant show freebie.

    Thank you both. @Pete8- Your picture looks FAR better than the example I saw at the show!
    Thank you both. @Pete8- Your picture looks FAR better than the example I saw at the show!
    Thank you both. @Pete8- Your picture looks FAR better than the example I saw at the show!
    Thank you both. @Pete8- Your picture looks FAR better than the example I saw at the show!
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  2. Grays

    Identify this blue plant?

    I tidy mine up in late winter/early spring to remove any tired foliage and stems but then let it keep going until it outgrows its space or gets untidy. It can be reduced in size by about a third...
    I tidy mine up in late winter/early spring to remove any tired foliage and stems but then let it keep going until it outgrows its space or gets untidy. It can be reduced in size by about a third without causing any harm.
    I tidy mine up in late winter/early spring to remove any tired foliage and stems but then let it keep going until it outgrows its space or gets untidy. It can be reduced in size by about a third without causing any harm.
    I tidy mine up in late winter/early spring to remove any tired foliage and stems but then let it keep going until it outgrows its space or gets untidy. It can be reduced in size by about a third...
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  3. Plantminded

    Friend or foe?

    The simplest way to source such a product is a quality screenwash containing isopropynol, often available as a RTU handspray (squeezybottle trigger). This works on all insects but will cause them...
    The simplest way to source such a product is a quality screenwash containing isopropynol, often available as a RTU handspray (squeezybottle trigger). This works on all insects but will cause them to literally disintegrate, hardly kind, but is effective, especially on wasps ! Do not use in an...
    The simplest way to source such a product is a quality screenwash containing isopropynol, often available as a RTU handspray (squeezybottle trigger). This works on all insects but will cause them to literally disintegrate, hardly kind, but is...
    The simplest way to source such a product is a quality screenwash containing isopropynol, often available as a RTU handspray (squeezybottle trigger). This works on all insects but will cause them...
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  4. groundbeetle

    Fungi identification?

    Just add this as not really worth starting a new thread, but a nice fungi I spotted yesterday about 10ft up on the trunk of a yew tree.
    Just add this as not really worth starting a new thread, but a nice fungi I spotted yesterday about 10ft up on the trunk of a yew tree.
    Just add this as not really worth starting a new thread, but a nice fungi I spotted yesterday about 10ft up on the trunk of a yew tree.
    Just add this as not really worth starting a new thread, but a nice fungi I spotted yesterday about 10ft up on the trunk of a yew tree.
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  5. Capture1

    Identify please

    It looks like a moth pupa
    It looks like a moth pupa
    It looks like a moth pupa
    It looks like a moth pupa
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  6. a1154

    Plant ID please

    They can be moved but also seem to dislike root disturbance so if you are doing so take as big a lump of earth and root at the same time as you practically can. I have moved some with a fairly...
    They can be moved but also seem to dislike root disturbance so if you are doing so take as big a lump of earth and root at the same time as you practically can. I have moved some with a fairly healthy piece of root still attached and they have just refused to settle in their new spot. Happy...
    They can be moved but also seem to dislike root disturbance so if you are doing so take as big a lump of earth and root at the same time as you practically can. I have moved some with a fairly healthy piece of root still attached and they have...
    They can be moved but also seem to dislike root disturbance so if you are doing so take as big a lump of earth and root at the same time as you practically can. I have moved some with a fairly...
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  7. Tabather

    Anyone know what this is please

    I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
    I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
    I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
    I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
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  8. RowlandsCastle

    Found in my new garden

    Very interesting post re bees and beans ..see link below. Beans seem to be self fertile but bumble bees have found a way to get the nectar via the back door...by utting a hole in the back of the...
    Very interesting post re bees and beans ..see link below. Beans seem to be self fertile but bumble bees have found a way to get the nectar via the back door...by utting a hole in the back of the flower. Clever.Any nectar given in peas and green bean flowers?
    Very interesting post re bees and beans ..see link below. Beans seem to be self fertile but bumble bees have found a way to get the nectar via the back door...by utting a hole in the back of the flower. Clever.Any nectar given in peas and green...
    Very interesting post re bees and beans ..see link below. Beans seem to be self fertile but bumble bees have found a way to get the nectar via the back door...by utting a hole in the back of the...
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  9. RoisinMcGuire

    Solved Pretty Plant ID Please!

    If you have any trouble establishing it, bury some concrete rubble underneath the planting area as Aubrieta prefers alkaline soil.
    If you have any trouble establishing it, bury some concrete rubble underneath the planting area as Aubrieta prefers alkaline soil.
    If you have any trouble establishing it, bury some concrete rubble underneath the planting area as Aubrieta prefers alkaline soil.
    If you have any trouble establishing it, bury some concrete rubble underneath the planting area as Aubrieta prefers alkaline soil.
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  10. Grays

    Solved Are these weeds?

    I think it gets its name 'Jack in the hedge' as it's a plant that just appears in hedges everywhere, as in 'Jack of all trades' etc, Jack being the name given to something common, hence why some...
    I think it gets its name 'Jack in the hedge' as it's a plant that just appears in hedges everywhere, as in 'Jack of all trades' etc, Jack being the name given to something common, hence why some men who are called John are often referred to as Jack.One has appeared in my border. Being biennial...
    I think it gets its name 'Jack in the hedge' as it's a plant that just appears in hedges everywhere, as in 'Jack of all trades' etc, Jack being the name given to something common, hence why some men who are called John are often referred to as...
    I think it gets its name 'Jack in the hedge' as it's a plant that just appears in hedges everywhere, as in 'Jack of all trades' etc, Jack being the name given to something common, hence why some...
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  11. Fof

    Olearia ID if possible

    Neil, from Tremenheere, is going to have to go walkabouts in the garden, as he doesn't recognise it. I did wonder where you got the microphylla from. www.pushingtheborders.com, obviously. Good...
    Neil, from Tremenheere, is going to have to go walkabouts in the garden, as he doesn't recognise it. I did wonder where you got the microphylla from. www.pushingtheborders.com, obviously. Good tastes, my man.
    Neil, from Tremenheere, is going to have to go walkabouts in the garden, as he doesn't recognise it. I did wonder where you got the microphylla from. www.pushingtheborders.com, obviously. Good tastes, my man.
    Neil, from Tremenheere, is going to have to go walkabouts in the garden, as he doesn't recognise it. I did wonder where you got the microphylla from. www.pushingtheborders.com, obviously. Good...
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  12. TheMadHedger

    Shrub ID please

    It may be difficult or impossible to buy 3 ft tall weigelia through the post due to the fact they do not travel well. Rather brittle stems which could snap during transport. Very costly packaging...
    It may be difficult or impossible to buy 3 ft tall weigelia through the post due to the fact they do not travel well. Rather brittle stems which could snap during transport. Very costly packaging and postal cost. I would suggest buying from a plant shop of some kind where you can see whatyou...
    It may be difficult or impossible to buy 3 ft tall weigelia through the post due to the fact they do not travel well. Rather brittle stems which could snap during transport. Very costly packaging and postal cost. I would suggest buying from a ...
    It may be difficult or impossible to buy 3 ft tall weigelia through the post due to the fact they do not travel well. Rather brittle stems which could snap during transport. Very costly packaging...
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  13. Grays

    Anyone identify these plants?

    We have all 3 colours in our garden. It comes back in the same places every year bigger than ever, and constantly appears in new places. It’s on the grass verges up and down the road, and some...
    We have all 3 colours in our garden. It comes back in the same places every year bigger than ever, and constantly appears in new places. It’s on the grass verges up and down the road, and some gardens on the road are completely covered in it. I like it, but like to keep it under control to a...
    We have all 3 colours in our garden. It comes back in the same places every year bigger than ever, and constantly appears in new places. It’s on the grass verges up and down the road, and some gardens on the road are completely covered in it. I...
    We have all 3 colours in our garden. It comes back in the same places every year bigger than ever, and constantly appears in new places. It’s on the grass verges up and down the road, and some...
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  14. Fof

    Humongous Aeonium ID please

    Done a bit more digging, and I'm wondering about Aeonium 'Pomegranate'. I did notice in their nursery, while I was there, that they had A. 'Pomegranate' for sale.
    Done a bit more digging, and I'm wondering about Aeonium 'Pomegranate'. I did notice in their nursery, while I was there, that they had A. 'Pomegranate' for sale.
    Done a bit more digging, and I'm wondering about Aeonium 'Pomegranate'. I did notice in their nursery, while I was there, that they had A. 'Pomegranate' for sale.
    Done a bit more digging, and I'm wondering about Aeonium 'Pomegranate'. I did notice in their nursery, while I was there, that they had A. 'Pomegranate' for sale.
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  15. Fof

    Boronia ID if possible

    I am sure that this is a Boronia. I did attempt to grow a couple of different ones, when I lived in Australia, but they refused to play ball with me. All the flowers were white, except for...
    I am sure that this is a Boronia. I did attempt to grow a couple of different ones, when I lived in Australia, but they refused to play ball with me. All the flowers were white, except for one small shoot at the bottom of the plant. TIA Fof
    I am sure that this is a Boronia. I did attempt to grow a couple of different ones, when I lived in Australia, but they refused to play ball with me. All the flowers were white, except for one small shoot at the bottom of the plant. TIA Fof
    I am sure that this is a Boronia. I did attempt to grow a couple of different ones, when I lived in Australia, but they refused to play ball with me. All the flowers were white, except for...
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  16. Fof

    Solved Small tree ID if possible, please

    Well, it appears I was wrong. I've just heard back from the head gardener. Apparently it is Enkianthus cernuus, and was sourced, in 1936, from K Wada who ran Makoneya Nursery in Japan. Enkianthus...
    Well, it appears I was wrong. I've just heard back from the head gardener. Apparently it is Enkianthus cernuus, and was sourced, in 1936, from K Wada who ran Makoneya Nursery in Japan. Enkianthus cernuus - Trees and Shrubs Online
    Well, it appears I was wrong. I've just heard back from the head gardener. Apparently it is Enkianthus cernuus, and was sourced, in 1936, from K Wada who ran Makoneya Nursery in Japan. Enkianthus cernuus - Trees and Shrubs Online
    Well, it appears I was wrong. I've just heard back from the head gardener. Apparently it is Enkianthus cernuus, and was sourced, in 1936, from K Wada who ran Makoneya Nursery in Japan. Enkianthus...
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  17. shiney

    Solved I.D. Please? Forgotten what they are!

    Also known as Dame's Violet, I grew some last year and it was a hit with the insects. I was hoping it would have seeded itself around but no sign this year, I shall have to remember to buy seed...
    Also known as Dame's Violet, I grew some last year and it was a hit with the insects. I was hoping it would have seeded itself around but no sign this year, I shall have to remember to buy seed for next year.
    Also known as Dame's Violet, I grew some last year and it was a hit with the insects. I was hoping it would have seeded itself around but no sign this year, I shall have to remember to buy seed for next year.
    Also known as Dame's Violet, I grew some last year and it was a hit with the insects. I was hoping it would have seeded itself around but no sign this year, I shall have to remember to buy seed...
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  18. pitter-patter

    Plant identification

    Looks a bit like Ajuga @Jenny namaste, but like the earlierplant - it also looks like something else I can't put my finger on!I was sitting near one of my sibirica Irises earlier, and it crossed...
    Looks a bit like Ajuga @Jenny namaste, but like the earlierplant - it also looks like something else I can't put my finger on!I was sitting near one of my sibirica Irises earlier, and it crossed my mind that the foliage is very similar to your plant @pitter-patter, but they aren't like that at...
    Looks a bit like Ajuga @Jenny namaste, but like the earlierplant - it also looks like something else I can't put my finger on!I was sitting near one of my sibirica Irises earlier, and it crossed my mind that the foliage is very similar to your...
    Looks a bit like Ajuga @Jenny namaste, but like the earlierplant - it also looks like something else I can't put my finger on!I was sitting near one of my sibirica Irises earlier, and it crossed...
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  19. Daalamist

    Solved Need help identifying these please :)

    I've spent my last few gardening sessions digging up giant docks with roots that go all the way to the Earth's core, and unwinding bindweed from my fruit bushes.
    I've spent my last few gardening sessions digging up giant docks with roots that go all the way to the Earth's core, and unwinding bindweed from my fruit bushes.
    I've spent my last few gardening sessions digging up giant docks with roots that go all the way to the Earth's core, and unwinding bindweed from my fruit bushes.
    I've spent my last few gardening sessions digging up giant docks with roots that go all the way to the Earth's core, and unwinding bindweed from my fruit bushes.
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  20. Nutcracker South Somerset

    Mystery rhizome/tuber

    And the winner is….. Rodgersia? Thanks to everyone who had a go!
    And the winner is….. Rodgersia? Thanks to everyone who had a go!
    And the winner is….. Rodgersia? Thanks to everyone who had a go!
    And the winner is….. Rodgersia? Thanks to everyone who had a go!
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