1. The unscheduled maintenance is now complete. Thank you for your patience whilst this was done.

    Please note, we are NOT expecting this to resolve all of the issues with slow loading pages, as we believe this is due to issues with the host servers. This situation will continue to be monitored and escalated where we are able to do so.

    Merry Christmas to one and all!
    Dismiss Notice

NEW Gardeners !

An area specifically designed for those that are new to gardening or growing.

Page 52 of 82
Sort By:
Title Start Date
Replies Views
Last Message ↑
  1. Christos

    Wood for raised beds

    The notion of raised beds is hardly a new one. I remember my Dad (God rest his soul) was a great believer of banking-up his veg patch, always quoting “drainage”. Most folks don’t have the luxury...
    The notion of raised beds is hardly a new one. I remember my Dad (God rest his soul) was a great believer of banking-up his veg patch, always quoting “drainage”. Most folks don’t have the luxury of large gardens, with separate veg patches, so being aesthetically pleasing is an important...
    The notion of raised beds is hardly a new one. I remember my Dad (God rest his soul) was a great believer of banking-up his veg patch, always quoting “drainage”. Most folks don’t have the luxury of large gardens, with separate veg patches, so...
    The notion of raised beds is hardly a new one. I remember my Dad (God rest his soul) was a great believer of banking-up his veg patch, always quoting “drainage”. Most folks don’t have the luxury...
    510EE5BF-3D51-4CD0-809C-9F764D2F687C.jpeg
    Christos, Apr 3, 2020
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    1,774
    Freddy
    Apr 3, 2020
  2. MAD

    Help a 1st timer with his seedlings

    Generally with veg , following the instructions on the packet are the best guidelines.If you are starting them off in the house or greenhouse, you do not want to suddenly put them straight out...
    Generally with veg , following the instructions on the packet are the best guidelines.If you are starting them off in the house or greenhouse, you do not want to suddenly put them straight out into the garden, typically putting them in a cold frame first, or if in the ground , covered with a...
    Generally with veg , following the instructions on the packet are the best guidelines.If you are starting them off in the house or greenhouse, you do not want to suddenly put them straight out into the garden, typically putting them in a cold...
    Generally with veg , following the instructions on the packet are the best guidelines.If you are starting them off in the house or greenhouse, you do not want to suddenly put them straight out...
    MAD, Apr 3, 2020
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    885
    ricky101
    Apr 4, 2020
  3. Dan Goss

    New user new garden new problems!!!

    I like them too.
    I like them too.
    I like them too.
    I like them too.
    Dan Goss, Apr 26, 2018 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    39
    Views:
    3,124
    Daisy Chain
    Apr 4, 2020
  4. Kevin Cowans

    Herbaceous Borders trampled by workmen

    Hello @2nd_bassoonThanks for the reply.I keep checking the area where the Hosta is, or was, on a daily basis, obsessive anyone, and there is no signs yet :)I will keep checking, hopefully it...
    Hello @2nd_bassoonThanks for the reply.I keep checking the area where the Hosta is, or was, on a daily basis, obsessive anyone, and there is no signs yet :)I will keep checking, hopefully it will show soon.ThanksKevin
    Hello @2nd_bassoonThanks for the reply.I keep checking the area where the Hosta is, or was, on a daily basis, obsessive anyone, and there is no signs yet :)I will keep checking, hopefully it will show soon.ThanksKevin
    Hello @2nd_bassoonThanks for the reply.I keep checking the area where the Hosta is, or was, on a daily basis, obsessive anyone, and there is no signs yet :)I will keep checking, hopefully it...
    Kevin Cowans, Mar 11, 2020
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    1,300
    Kevin Cowans
    Apr 4, 2020
  5. Barders

    My lawn killed my mower! Any recommendations for a replacement please?

    Barders, Mar 22, 2020 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    3,028
    Barders
    Apr 4, 2020
  6. Jmg

    Dark green lawn patch

    Jmg, Apr 4, 2020
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    1,719
    ARMANDII
    Apr 5, 2020
  7. Pashmeister

    Garden stream design

    Hi,Welcome to the forum.What seems a simple diy project is quiet possible but think you under estimate the volume of water needed, which in turn determines the revervoir size, the pump size...
    Hi,Welcome to the forum.What seems a simple diy project is quiet possible but think you under estimate the volume of water needed, which in turn determines the revervoir size, the pump size (big) and the return feed pipe.What catches my eye is the width of the stream and the fall, and that...
    Hi,Welcome to the forum.What seems a simple diy project is quiet possible but think you under estimate the volume of water needed, which in turn determines the revervoir size, the pump size (big) and the return feed pipe.What catches my eye...
    Hi,Welcome to the forum.What seems a simple diy project is quiet possible but think you under estimate the volume of water needed, which in turn determines the revervoir size, the pump size...
    Pashmeister, Apr 5, 2020
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    628
    ricky101
    Apr 5, 2020
  8. Richard91

    Hebe Shrub Care...New Gardener

    Cant really think of anything, but its been a mild winter. Did they get water logged? Just wonder if a hardier variety might work better, the variegated ones are a bit more tender.
    Cant really think of anything, but its been a mild winter. Did they get water logged? Just wonder if a hardier variety might work better, the variegated ones are a bit more tender.
    Cant really think of anything, but its been a mild winter. Did they get water logged? Just wonder if a hardier variety might work better, the variegated ones are a bit more tender.
    Cant really think of anything, but its been a mild winter. Did they get water logged? Just wonder if a hardier variety might work better, the variegated ones are a bit more tender.
    Richard91, Apr 5, 2020
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    668
    pete
    Apr 5, 2020
  9. Daisy Chain

    Where to buy plants

    You might find some info here:Retailer Feedback
    You might find some info here:Retailer Feedback
    You might find some info here:Retailer Feedback
    You might find some info here:Retailer Feedback
    Daisy Chain, Apr 5, 2020
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    559
    Kristen
    Apr 6, 2020
  10. Barders

    Mostly dead young box bush - start again or keep going with it?

    Thank you for coming to the rescue again Kristen. That sounds sensible, I will give it a good cut today and fingers crossed the new shoots would have liked their Epsom Bath wash yesterday and...
    Thank you for coming to the rescue again Kristen. That sounds sensible, I will give it a good cut today and fingers crossed the new shoots would have liked their Epsom Bath wash yesterday and continue to grow.Thank you again for your help, much appreciated :dbgrtmb:
    Thank you for coming to the rescue again Kristen. That sounds sensible, I will give it a good cut today and fingers crossed the new shoots would have liked their Epsom Bath wash yesterday and continue to grow.Thank you again for your help, much...
    Thank you for coming to the rescue again Kristen. That sounds sensible, I will give it a good cut today and fingers crossed the new shoots would have liked their Epsom Bath wash yesterday and...
    Barders, Apr 5, 2020
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    386
    Barders
    Apr 6, 2020
  11. JamesM1989

    Help with new garden please!

    Can you cover it? Plastic sheet would keep the light out (kill weeds, over time, and keep moisture in, you could plant through the plastic, in year one at least, if you are going to do that woven...
    Can you cover it? Plastic sheet would keep the light out (kill weeds, over time, and keep moisture in, you could plant through the plastic, in year one at least, if you are going to do that woven weed suppressing membrane, such as Mypex, would be best), Cardboard (old boxes) would do, but would...
    Can you cover it? Plastic sheet would keep the light out (kill weeds, over time, and keep moisture in, you could plant through the plastic, in year one at least, if you are going to do that woven weed suppressing membrane, such as Mypex, would be...
    Can you cover it? Plastic sheet would keep the light out (kill weeds, over time, and keep moisture in, you could plant through the plastic, in year one at least, if you are going to do that woven...
    JamesM1989, Apr 6, 2020
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    545
    Kristen
    Apr 6, 2020
  12. CrawfEE

    How to renovate a hedge?

    You planning on transplanting it to make / fill in the hedge? I reckon it will sit still for 3, maybe only 2, years ... and it is unlikely to be ina hurry to bush up, and knit together (sideways)...
    You planning on transplanting it to make / fill in the hedge? I reckon it will sit still for 3, maybe only 2, years ... and it is unlikely to be ina hurry to bush up, and knit together (sideways) thereafterCould you get the existing hedge layed? That would be the fastest way to get an...
    You planning on transplanting it to make / fill in the hedge? I reckon it will sit still for 3, maybe only 2, years ... and it is unlikely to be ina hurry to bush up, and knit together (sideways) thereafterCould you get the existing hedge...
    You planning on transplanting it to make / fill in the hedge? I reckon it will sit still for 3, maybe only 2, years ... and it is unlikely to be ina hurry to bush up, and knit together (sideways)...
    CrawfEE, Mar 27, 2020
    Replies:
    5
    Views:
    982
    Kristen
    Apr 6, 2020
  13. Gee

    Help with installing a garden arch

    Thanks, that sounds a plan. I'll track down some 5mm timber/plastic. I don't fancy the concreting route unless I really need to. Never done it before.
    Thanks, that sounds a plan. I'll track down some 5mm timber/plastic. I don't fancy the concreting route unless I really need to. Never done it before.
    Thanks, that sounds a plan. I'll track down some 5mm timber/plastic. I don't fancy the concreting route unless I really need to. Never done it before.
    Thanks, that sounds a plan. I'll track down some 5mm timber/plastic. I don't fancy the concreting route unless I really need to. Never done it before.
    Gee, Apr 6, 2020
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    573
    Gee
    Apr 6, 2020
  14. PhilC

    Clueless about repotting Lupin seedlings...

    You're not the first ... nor the last ... :)When you prick them out you can "bury" up to the seed leaves, that will correct some "legginess"
    You're not the first ... nor the last ... :)When you prick them out you can "bury" up to the seed leaves, that will correct some "legginess"
    You're not the first ... nor the last ... :)When you prick them out you can "bury" up to the seed leaves, that will correct some "legginess"
    You're not the first ... nor the last ... :)When you prick them out you can "bury" up to the seed leaves, that will correct some "legginess"
    PhilC, Apr 4, 2020
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    4,615
    Kristen
    Apr 7, 2020
  15. frank taylor

    repotting tomatos

    Agree with the others. When you think they are ready and you can see some indication of root at the base - usually trying to escape through the drainage holes! - I tip them out to have a look....
    Agree with the others. When you think they are ready and you can see some indication of root at the base - usually trying to escape through the drainage holes! - I tip them out to have a look. Important not to disturb them in this process, which is probably much easier explained with a video,...
    Agree with the others. When you think they are ready and you can see some indication of root at the base - usually trying to escape through the drainage holes! - I tip them out to have a look. Important not to disturb them in this process, which...
    Agree with the others. When you think they are ready and you can see some indication of root at the base - usually trying to escape through the drainage holes! - I tip them out to have a look....
    frank taylor, Apr 7, 2020
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    714
    Kristen
    Apr 7, 2020
  16. Khaled

    lemon seedling help/marks on leaves

    Forgot to include that I water the seedlings well, and use Miracle Gro Potting Mix
    Forgot to include that I water the seedlings well, and use Miracle Gro Potting Mix
    Forgot to include that I water the seedlings well, and use Miracle Gro Potting Mix
    Forgot to include that I water the seedlings well, and use Miracle Gro Potting Mix
    1231.jpg 1232.jpg 1231.jpg 1232.jpg
    Khaled, Apr 7, 2020
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    446
    Khaled
    Apr 7, 2020
  17. CrawfEE

    Climber for a Northern Wall?

    With French drains I would not plant anything vigorous (including Clematis Montana which is ok on a north wall otherwise) as it will eventually block the drains. The same applies if your old...
    With French drains I would not plant anything vigorous (including Clematis Montana which is ok on a north wall otherwise) as it will eventually block the drains. The same applies if your old cottage has lime mortar in the brickwork; the roots will find a way in.Honeysuckle or a not too...
    With French drains I would not plant anything vigorous (including Clematis Montana which is ok on a north wall otherwise) as it will eventually block the drains. The same applies if your old cottage has lime mortar in the brickwork; the roots...
    With French drains I would not plant anything vigorous (including Clematis Montana which is ok on a north wall otherwise) as it will eventually block the drains. The same applies if your old...
    CrawfEE, Apr 6, 2020
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    740
    Redwing
    Apr 7, 2020
  18. Dannii

    Lawn help! Plus lawning over a old pebble driveway.. what to do ?

    Welcome Dannii. I replied on the link below before I saw this thread.Clay soil and general advice
    Welcome Dannii. I replied on the link below before I saw this thread.Clay soil and general advice
    Welcome Dannii. I replied on the link below before I saw this thread.Clay soil and general advice
    Welcome Dannii. I replied on the link below before I saw this thread.Clay soil and general advice
    Dannii, Apr 7, 2020
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    556
    Sheal
    Apr 7, 2020
  19. Dan_S

    Lawn issue

    Bump
    Bump
    Bump
    Bump
    Dan_S, Apr 5, 2020
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    943
    Dan_S
    Apr 8, 2020
  20. starbuck88

    Acer very unhealthy

    It probably would have preferred an Ericaceous compost ...They hate wind (particularly the finely cut leave types), so I would keep it very sheltered.if it is outdoors / exposed overwinter...
    It probably would have preferred an Ericaceous compost ...They hate wind (particularly the finely cut leave types), so I would keep it very sheltered.if it is outdoors / exposed overwinter (and even if not ...) Acers suffer dieback of old branches. Not much that you can do about that (that I...
    It probably would have preferred an Ericaceous compost ...They hate wind (particularly the finely cut leave types), so I would keep it very sheltered.if it is outdoors / exposed overwinter (and even if not ...) Acers suffer dieback of old...
    It probably would have preferred an Ericaceous compost ...They hate wind (particularly the finely cut leave types), so I would keep it very sheltered.if it is outdoors / exposed overwinter...
    starbuck88, Apr 8, 2020
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    1,564
    Kristen
    Apr 8, 2020
Showing threads 1,021 to 1,040 of 1,638

Thread Display Options

Loading...
Page 52 of 82
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice