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any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
Place some stones at the bottom of the pot this keeps the soil in and helps drainage.
Place some stones at the bottom of the pot this keeps the soil in and helps drainage.
Place some stones at the bottom of the pot this keeps the soil in and helps drainage.
Place some stones at the bottom of the pot this keeps the soil in and helps drainage.
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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waterbut
Feb 7, 2026 at 11:44 PM
Clematis planning
You are going to struggle its just the nature of climbing plants to be bare at the base while their heads are in the sun . Try and keep them more on a more diagonal angle 45 degrees to try and...
You are going to struggle its just the nature of climbing plants to be bare at the base while their heads are in the sun . Try and keep them more on a more diagonal angle 45 degrees to try and stimulate buds lower down, this will slow down the plant growing up , its not something I've done with...
You are going to struggle its just the nature of climbing plants to be bare at the base while their heads are in the sun . Try and keep them more on a more diagonal angle 45 degrees to try and stimulate buds lower down, this will slow down the...
You are going to struggle its just the nature of climbing plants to be bare at the base while their heads are in the sun . Try and keep them more on a more diagonal angle 45 degrees to try and...
Robodendron, Feb 7, 2026 at 8:59 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Perki
Feb 7, 2026 at 11:22 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Apparently it may stop raining next month.
Apparently it may stop raining next month.
Apparently it may stop raining next month.
Apparently it may stop raining next month.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 59 60 61
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shiney
Feb 8, 2026 at 6:57 AM
Digging up and Re-Planting Iris Plants
Hello Kevin, The photo is of Iris Ensata. I grow them but mine are white with a yellow throat. No problem to lift them when you get back into the garden and replant about 5cms ( 2 ins ) deep. They...
Hello Kevin, The photo is of Iris Ensata. I grow them but mine are white with a yellow throat. No problem to lift them when you get back into the garden and replant about 5cms ( 2 ins ) deep. They like a fair bit of moisture to grow at their best. Hmm well mine should be extremely happy...
Hello Kevin, The photo is of Iris Ensata. I grow them but mine are white with a yellow throat. No problem to lift them when you get back into the garden and replant about 5cms ( 2 ins ) deep. They like a fair bit of moisture to grow at their...
Hello Kevin, The photo is of Iris Ensata. I grow them but mine are white with a yellow throat. No problem to lift them when you get back into the garden and replant about 5cms ( 2 ins ) deep. They...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 7, 2026 at 10:38 AM, Other Plants
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hailbopp
Feb 7, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Hedychium question
When I lived in Oz, I grew gardinarium (?) in full sun, but with a cool root run. They did get sun scortched in summer, but flowered profusely. My current garden changes continually, as I chuck...
When I lived in Oz, I grew gardinarium (?) in full sun, but with a cool root run. They did get sun scortched in summer, but flowered profusely. My current garden changes continually, as I chuck plants that don't 'fit', and I'm quite ruthless about it. I do apologise to the plant before I bin...
When I lived in Oz, I grew gardinarium (?) in full sun, but with a cool root run. They did get sun scortched in summer, but flowered profusely. My current garden changes continually, as I chuck plants that don't 'fit', and I'm quite ruthless...
When I lived in Oz, I grew gardinarium (?) in full sun, but with a cool root run. They did get sun scortched in summer, but flowered profusely. My current garden changes continually, as I chuck...
Fof, Feb 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM, Tropical Gardening
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Fof
Feb 7, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Ice Plants in hanging pots?
I have seeds for Mesembryanthemum crystallinum to try this year.I usually do hanging pots for a friend and wondered if anyone here has grown them. If they work well on hanging pots and any tips...
I have seeds for Mesembryanthemum crystallinum to try this year.I usually do hanging pots for a friend and wondered if anyone here has grown them. If they work well on hanging pots and any tips you can offer to help me get some success.Many thanks. Lori
I have seeds for Mesembryanthemum crystallinum to try this year.I usually do hanging pots for a friend and wondered if anyone here has grown them. If they work well on hanging pots and any tips you can offer to help me get some success.Many...
I have seeds for Mesembryanthemum crystallinum to try this year.I usually do hanging pots for a friend and wondered if anyone here has grown them. If they work well on hanging pots and any tips...
CanadianLori, Feb 7, 2026 at 9:38 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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CanadianLori
Feb 7, 2026 at 9:38 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 13 14 15
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Ladybird4
Feb 8, 2026 at 6:48 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
I bought some cheapish grow lights off Ebay, chinese stuff. TBH I've stopped using them as I'm not convinced they are safe, they have strange three pin plugs with no fuse.
I bought some cheapish grow lights off Ebay, chinese stuff. TBH I've stopped using them as I'm not convinced they are safe, they have strange three pin plugs with no fuse.
I bought some cheapish grow lights off Ebay, chinese stuff. TBH I've stopped using them as I'm not convinced they are safe, they have strange three pin plugs with no fuse.
I bought some cheapish grow lights off Ebay, chinese stuff. TBH I've stopped using them as I'm not convinced they are safe, they have strange three pin plugs with no fuse.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Hello there everyone. I had a rubbish night's sleep last night - probably a bit like your's the other night I'll maybe try a cat nap this p.m. I'll be gathering up all the cakes and other stuff...
Hello there everyone. I had a rubbish night's sleep last night - probably a bit like your's the other night I'll maybe try a cat nap this p.m. I'll be gathering up all the cakes and other stuff I need to take for the tea/coffee morning soon - have to do a tick list these days I heard the 's'...
Hello there everyone. I had a rubbish night's sleep last night - probably a bit like your's the other night I'll maybe try a cat nap this p.m. I'll be gathering up all the cakes and other stuff I need to take for the tea/coffee morning soon -...
Hello there everyone. I had a rubbish night's sleep last night - probably a bit like your's the other night I'll maybe try a cat nap this p.m. I'll be gathering up all the cakes and other stuff...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 37 38 39
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Ladybird4
Feb 8, 2026 at 6:44 AM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Jenny namaste
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection...
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection between being virtuous and being corrupt, surely they are opposites.
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection between being virtuous and being corrupt, surely they...
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 35 36 37
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Planting Advice for Newly Landscaped Garden (Horley, UK)
@Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
@Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
@Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
@Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
Andrew Funnell, Feb 3, 2026 at 10:25 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 7, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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Electric cars.
Not really, it depends on the subsidies by governments that mainly contributes to the sales. Norway is a prime example, subsidies and perks financed by the wealth generated from oil and gas...
Not really, it depends on the subsidies by governments that mainly contributes to the sales. Norway is a prime example, subsidies and perks financed by the wealth generated from oil and gas exports. But those perks and subsidies have gradually been phased out, which is likely to hinder new sales...
Not really, it depends on the subsidies by governments that mainly contributes to the sales. Norway is a prime example, subsidies and perks financed by the wealth generated from oil and gas exports. But those perks and subsidies have gradually...
Not really, it depends on the subsidies by governments that mainly contributes to the sales. Norway is a prime example, subsidies and perks financed by the wealth generated from oil and gas...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 184 185 186
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gks
Feb 8, 2026 at 7:28 AM
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All things automotive
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Some of my neighbours employ a dodgy looking window cleaner with a fancy van and fancy prices. Strangely he always seems to appear when it’s raining .
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Plantminded
Feb 7, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
I went to Keukenhof about 40 years ago and all I can remember is that it was very busy!
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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katecat58
Feb 7, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
I thought solomans seal is poisonouson roses: if you want to eat them get a very fragrant rose. they are usually pink. the flavour comes from the organs in the middle that output the smell. I...
I thought solomans seal is poisonouson roses: if you want to eat them get a very fragrant rose. they are usually pink. the flavour comes from the organs in the middle that output the smell. I took the flower heads, cut the green off so just the female bits and the petals, soaked in sugar and...
I thought solomans seal is poisonouson roses: if you want to eat them get a very fragrant rose. they are usually pink. the flavour comes from the organs in the middle that output the smell. I took the flower heads, cut the green off so just the...
I thought solomans seal is poisonouson roses: if you want to eat them get a very fragrant rose. they are usually pink. the flavour comes from the organs in the middle that output the smell. I...
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Adam I
Feb 8, 2026 at 2:56 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.
You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.
You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.
You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Feb 7, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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Crafters Corner 2026
She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
She's gorgeous @Valley Gardener
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Members Hobbies ... 2
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Bluejayway
Feb 7, 2026 at 10:46 AM
Rare Plant Fair 2026
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th September) in Conwy are still pretty good for this. (The...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th...
Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 4, 2026 at 4:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Notwellygood
Feb 7, 2026 at 10:34 AM

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