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  1. John Tozer

    Sunflowers wilting...

    Thank you Pete.Something for me to do at the weekend!Fingers crossed the slugs and snails don't take a liking to them!John
    Thank you Pete.Something for me to do at the weekend!Fingers crossed the slugs and snails don't take a liking to them!John
    Thank you Pete.Something for me to do at the weekend!Fingers crossed the slugs and snails don't take a liking to them!John
    Thank you Pete.Something for me to do at the weekend!Fingers crossed the slugs and snails don't take a liking to them!John
    John Tozer, Mar 15, 2020
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    John Tozer
    Apr 17, 2020
  2. Scoffy

    What do I do with these?

    To be sure of a good crop, if you have any seed left, try sowing a row direct into the soil, should be warm enough outdoors for them now.
    To be sure of a good crop, if you have any seed left, try sowing a row direct into the soil, should be warm enough outdoors for them now.
    To be sure of a good crop, if you have any seed left, try sowing a row direct into the soil, should be warm enough outdoors for them now.
    To be sure of a good crop, if you have any seed left, try sowing a row direct into the soil, should be warm enough outdoors for them now.
    Scoffy, Apr 17, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 17, 2020
  3. EmmaJane

    Request for advice on a balcony garden

    They could be at the back ... you don't need to see them :)
    They could be at the back ... you don't need to see them :)
    They could be at the back ... you don't need to see them :)
    They could be at the back ... you don't need to see them :)
    EmmaJane, Apr 18, 2020
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    Kristen
    Apr 18, 2020
  4. TJJ5621

    What is considered moist/damp and is a heat mat necessary?

    Thank you, this is very useful. I have been watering from above with an old milk carton with little holes in the top. I have been worried about humidifying the plants, for the reasons you state....
    Thank you, this is very useful. I have been watering from above with an old milk carton with little holes in the top. I have been worried about humidifying the plants, for the reasons you state. I.e. Baking them!
    Thank you, this is very useful. I have been watering from above with an old milk carton with little holes in the top. I have been worried about humidifying the plants, for the reasons you state. I.e. Baking them!
    Thank you, this is very useful. I have been watering from above with an old milk carton with little holes in the top. I have been worried about humidifying the plants, for the reasons you state....
    TJJ5621, Apr 19, 2020
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    TJJ5621
    Apr 19, 2020
  5. SmallGardeningGal

    Planted bare root rose...not sure if it's alive?

    The general rule is not to put a new rose in place of an old one, but as we are only talking a couple weeks do not think its a problem.Just freshen up the soil and add a bit of fertilizer like...
    The general rule is not to put a new rose in place of an old one, but as we are only talking a couple weeks do not think its a problem.Just freshen up the soil and add a bit of fertilizer like Fish, Blood & Bone.If you are really keen, you can use Mycorrhizal fungi on the roots to help it...
    The general rule is not to put a new rose in place of an old one, but as we are only talking a couple weeks do not think its a problem.Just freshen up the soil and add a bit of fertilizer like Fish, Blood & Bone.If you are really keen, you...
    The general rule is not to put a new rose in place of an old one, but as we are only talking a couple weeks do not think its a problem.Just freshen up the soil and add a bit of fertilizer like...
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    SmallGardeningGal, Apr 18, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 20, 2020
  6. RicMetty

    Newbie Gardener seeking advice on Perennials

    Hi there,Thanks for adding me into the forum. First time gardener here, taken up refreshing my garden due to Covid lockdown and seeking advice - that and my grandad was an avid gardener when I...
    Hi there,Thanks for adding me into the forum. First time gardener here, taken up refreshing my garden due to Covid lockdown and seeking advice - that and my grandad was an avid gardener when I was a youth.I've uploaded 3 images which I wanted help with. The things I'm looking for...
    Hi there,Thanks for adding me into the forum. First time gardener here, taken up refreshing my garden due to Covid lockdown and seeking advice - that and my grandad was an avid gardener when I was a youth.I've uploaded 3 images which I wanted...
    Hi there,Thanks for adding me into the forum. First time gardener here, taken up refreshing my garden due to Covid lockdown and seeking advice - that and my grandad was an avid gardener when I...
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    RicMetty, Apr 21, 2020
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    RicMetty
    Apr 21, 2020
  7. Ruth82

    Seeds in loo roll insides

    Similar to those peat pots you used to be able to buy, they go mouldy on the outside. Atleast it means you are keeping them wet enough.Once planted they need to be kept wet until the cardboard...
    Similar to those peat pots you used to be able to buy, they go mouldy on the outside. Atleast it means you are keeping them wet enough.Once planted they need to be kept wet until the cardboard breaks down, and as Kristen says, remove any part above the ground.
    Similar to those peat pots you used to be able to buy, they go mouldy on the outside. Atleast it means you are keeping them wet enough.Once planted they need to be kept wet until the cardboard breaks down, and as Kristen says, remove any part...
    Similar to those peat pots you used to be able to buy, they go mouldy on the outside. Atleast it means you are keeping them wet enough.Once planted they need to be kept wet until the cardboard...
    Ruth82, Apr 21, 2020
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    pete
    Apr 21, 2020
  8. Fylde2022

    Drainage advice

    That does look bad, afraid I cannot really offer any simple solution.Looks like its all a mass of clay and its just holding the water up there instead of being able to drain away...
    That does look bad, afraid I cannot really offer any simple solution.Looks like its all a mass of clay and its just holding the water up there instead of being able to drain away naturally,Perhaps others might have some ideas...?
    That does look bad, afraid I cannot really offer any simple solution.Looks like its all a mass of clay and its just holding the water up there instead of being able to drain away naturally,Perhaps others might have some ideas...?
    That does look bad, afraid I cannot really offer any simple solution.Looks like its all a mass of clay and its just holding the water up there instead of being able to drain away...
    Fylde2022, Apr 24, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 24, 2020
  9. Lh339

    Advice wanted for trees

    Hello all,We are brand new to gardening and wanted some advice.We have these conifer trees at the front of our drive but really want to replace them with something else.As you can see there...
    Hello all,We are brand new to gardening and wanted some advice.We have these conifer trees at the front of our drive but really want to replace them with something else.As you can see there is an enormous comfier tree to the side and this blocks a lot of sun light and space.Is there...
    Hello all,We are brand new to gardening and wanted some advice.We have these conifer trees at the front of our drive but really want to replace them with something else.As you can see there is an enormous comfier tree to the side and this...
    Hello all,We are brand new to gardening and wanted some advice.We have these conifer trees at the front of our drive but really want to replace them with something else.As you can see there...
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    Lh339, Apr 25, 2020
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    Lh339
    Apr 25, 2020
  10. Emily

    Help! Complete beginner with terrible garden!

    Thanks! Our neighbours have a garden fork for us to borrow! So we will get digging. Should I be worried about the fox holes? We’ve seen a fox in the garden and not sure if they still use the holes!
    Thanks! Our neighbours have a garden fork for us to borrow! So we will get digging. Should I be worried about the fox holes? We’ve seen a fox in the garden and not sure if they still use the holes!
    Thanks! Our neighbours have a garden fork for us to borrow! So we will get digging. Should I be worried about the fox holes? We’ve seen a fox in the garden and not sure if they still use the holes!
    Thanks! Our neighbours have a garden fork for us to borrow! So we will get digging. Should I be worried about the fox holes? We’ve seen a fox in the garden and not sure if they still use the holes!
    Emily, Apr 24, 2020
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    Emily
    Apr 25, 2020
  11. Camc

    What is wrong with my Jasmine plant?

    Hi All,Firstly I am very new to gardening so assume I have no idea what I’m doing :)I recently planted some star jasmine, but the new growth leaves are looking strange and wanted to know if I...
    Hi All,Firstly I am very new to gardening so assume I have no idea what I’m doing :)I recently planted some star jasmine, but the new growth leaves are looking strange and wanted to know if I was doing something wrong or need to do something. They look like they are turning yellow orange and...
    Hi All,Firstly I am very new to gardening so assume I have no idea what I’m doing :)I recently planted some star jasmine, but the new growth leaves are looking strange and wanted to know if I was doing something wrong or need to do something. ...
    Hi All,Firstly I am very new to gardening so assume I have no idea what I’m doing :)I recently planted some star jasmine, but the new growth leaves are looking strange and wanted to know if I...
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    Camc, Apr 26, 2020
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    Camc
    Apr 26, 2020
  12. Philipo51617

    Lawn rotovated but weed killer not applied first - weed kill now

    Should i do the 'garden shuffle' over it now or just leave as is.....as suggested I'm going to leave a couple of weeks and see what's sprouts up the kill.Thanks all
    Should i do the 'garden shuffle' over it now or just leave as is.....as suggested I'm going to leave a couple of weeks and see what's sprouts up the kill.Thanks all
    Should i do the 'garden shuffle' over it now or just leave as is.....as suggested I'm going to leave a couple of weeks and see what's sprouts up the kill.Thanks all
    Should i do the 'garden shuffle' over it now or just leave as is.....as suggested I'm going to leave a couple of weeks and see what's sprouts up the kill.Thanks all
    Philipo51617, Apr 22, 2020
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    Philipo51617
    Apr 26, 2020
  13. Slouise

    What to plant

    Hello Slouise, Have a Google for Cistus, Helianthemum, Prostrate Rosemary, Lavenders, Artemisia, Thyme, Salvias...that will give you something to be going on with :)
    Hello Slouise, Have a Google for Cistus, Helianthemum, Prostrate Rosemary, Lavenders, Artemisia, Thyme, Salvias...that will give you something to be going on with :)
    Hello Slouise, Have a Google for Cistus, Helianthemum, Prostrate Rosemary, Lavenders, Artemisia, Thyme, Salvias...that will give you something to be going on with :)
    Hello Slouise, Have a Google for Cistus, Helianthemum, Prostrate Rosemary, Lavenders, Artemisia, Thyme, Salvias...that will give you something to be going on with :)
    Slouise, Apr 27, 2020
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    noisette47
    Apr 27, 2020
  14. mbbx5va2

    Beginner Resources

    Both us and the neighours have been growing TT outside for a few years, in the ground and in pots.No real problems ?? most plants can get Aphids and Slugs outside or in a greenhouse, if a food...
    Both us and the neighours have been growing TT outside for a few years, in the ground and in pots.No real problems ?? most plants can get Aphids and Slugs outside or in a greenhouse, if a food crop you just brush or spray wash them off or use a safe soap solution spray, perhaps a few pellets...
    Both us and the neighours have been growing TT outside for a few years, in the ground and in pots.No real problems ?? most plants can get Aphids and Slugs outside or in a greenhouse, if a food crop you just brush or spray wash them off or use...
    Both us and the neighours have been growing TT outside for a few years, in the ground and in pots.No real problems ?? most plants can get Aphids and Slugs outside or in a greenhouse, if a food...
    mbbx5va2, Apr 25, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 27, 2020
  15. Kevin McKenna

    Novice Gardener assistance!

    Would suggest you wait a bit longer for the treatment to keep on working.When the weather /lawn is dryer, scarifying will remove lots of moss, dead or alive, but do not overdo it or you just end...
    Would suggest you wait a bit longer for the treatment to keep on working.When the weather /lawn is dryer, scarifying will remove lots of moss, dead or alive, but do not overdo it or you just end up with too many bald areas.You can use a hand lawn rake if its a small area, it can be hard work...
    Would suggest you wait a bit longer for the treatment to keep on working.When the weather /lawn is dryer, scarifying will remove lots of moss, dead or alive, but do not overdo it or you just end up with too many bald areas.You can use a hand...
    Would suggest you wait a bit longer for the treatment to keep on working.When the weather /lawn is dryer, scarifying will remove lots of moss, dead or alive, but do not overdo it or you just end...
    Kevin McKenna, Apr 26, 2020
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    ricky101
    Apr 30, 2020
  16. Shyamalie Satkunanandan

    Questions about mulching (to kill weeds)

    It's worth mentioning that while digging up all those weeds, there was plenty of worms and bugs in the soil. (Less in the clay areas.)Does this mean I don't have to worry about organic matter...
    It's worth mentioning that while digging up all those weeds, there was plenty of worms and bugs in the soil. (Less in the clay areas.)Does this mean I don't have to worry about organic matter in the layers?
    It's worth mentioning that while digging up all those weeds, there was plenty of worms and bugs in the soil. (Less in the clay areas.)Does this mean I don't have to worry about organic matter in the layers?
    It's worth mentioning that while digging up all those weeds, there was plenty of worms and bugs in the soil. (Less in the clay areas.)Does this mean I don't have to worry about organic matter...
    Shyamalie Satkunanandan, May 1, 2020
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    Shyamalie Satkunanandan
    May 1, 2020
  17. Gardenretreat

    what to plant now for screening?

    I like the look of Amelanchier oblisk. Is it dense enough for birds to nest?I'm looking for tall hedging that is evergreen, and then in between a tall tree upright tree that will obscure the...
    I like the look of Amelanchier oblisk. Is it dense enough for birds to nest?I'm looking for tall hedging that is evergreen, and then in between a tall tree upright tree that will obscure the overlooking upstairs bedroom from the neighbours.
    I like the look of Amelanchier oblisk. Is it dense enough for birds to nest?I'm looking for tall hedging that is evergreen, and then in between a tall tree upright tree that will obscure the overlooking upstairs bedroom from the neighbours.
    I like the look of Amelanchier oblisk. Is it dense enough for birds to nest?I'm looking for tall hedging that is evergreen, and then in between a tall tree upright tree that will obscure the...
    Gardenretreat, May 1, 2020
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    Gardenretreat
    May 2, 2020
  18. Lermzy34

    Have I ruined my new turf?

    As Jiffy and Upsydaisy have said. Make sure your blade is sharp, what make and model of Lawn mower is it ? You should be able to buy a new blade on Ebay or Amazon. I sharpen my blade once a year...
    As Jiffy and Upsydaisy have said. Make sure your blade is sharp, what make and model of Lawn mower is it ? You should be able to buy a new blade on Ebay or Amazon. I sharpen my blade once a year using an off hand grinder, making sure the blade is balanced after sharpening. Mow regularly and not...
    As Jiffy and Upsydaisy have said. Make sure your blade is sharp, what make and model of Lawn mower is it ? You should be able to buy a new blade on Ebay or Amazon. I sharpen my blade once a year using an off hand grinder, making sure the blade...
    As Jiffy and Upsydaisy have said. Make sure your blade is sharp, what make and model of Lawn mower is it ? You should be able to buy a new blade on Ebay or Amazon. I sharpen my blade once a year...
    Lermzy34, May 2, 2020
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    HarryS
    May 3, 2020
  19. Shyamalie Satkunanandan

    I killed my lawn - part two

    Thanks @Liz the potIs there anything I can do before I start fresh in Sept/Oct to prep for the new lawn?
    Thanks @Liz the potIs there anything I can do before I start fresh in Sept/Oct to prep for the new lawn?
    Thanks @Liz the potIs there anything I can do before I start fresh in Sept/Oct to prep for the new lawn?
    Thanks @Liz the potIs there anything I can do before I start fresh in Sept/Oct to prep for the new lawn?
    Shyamalie Satkunanandan, May 1, 2020
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    Shyamalie Satkunanandan
    May 3, 2020
  20. Shyamalie Satkunanandan

    Mulching Q - super gross decomposing weeds in a waste bag...

    That's good you got the roots out. In that case I think your plan will work providing the stuff you are spreading is properly dead.
    That's good you got the roots out. In that case I think your plan will work providing the stuff you are spreading is properly dead.
    That's good you got the roots out. In that case I think your plan will work providing the stuff you are spreading is properly dead.
    That's good you got the roots out. In that case I think your plan will work providing the stuff you are spreading is properly dead.
    Shyamalie Satkunanandan, May 3, 2020
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    JWK
    May 3, 2020
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