Recent Posts

Page 1 of 7

: Title; Replies Views; Last Message

Sticky
x 3
What's your weather like 2026
Sleet!
Sleet!
Sleet!
Sleet!
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 72 73 74
Replies:
1,099
Views:
16,479
shiney
Feb 15, 2026 at 5:17 AM
x 3
Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
Replies:
22
Views:
398
Baalmaiden
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:16 PM
GQT
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and kicking . Obviously depends on your site/surroundings...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 13, 2026 at 10:47 PM, Gardening Discussions
Replies:
7
Views:
165
Philippa
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I am trying to workout the difference between your one and the expensive £109 version?I have just got a £150 voucher for changing Broadband.
I am trying to workout the difference between your one and the expensive £109 version?I have just got a £150 voucher for changing Broadband.
I am trying to workout the difference between your one and the expensive £109 version?I have just got a £150 voucher for changing Broadband.
I am trying to workout the difference between your one and the expensive £109 version?I have just got a £150 voucher for changing Broadband.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 10 11 12
Replies:
175
Views:
16,063
GreenFingeredPete
Feb 15, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Sticky
A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
Replies:
259
Views:
9,522
Ladybird4
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:08 AM
Whaaattt?
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits like car parks, which are green belt would be redesignated as grey belt.So our council had a review...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits like car parks, which are green belt would be...
When Labour got in to power AR got up and said they wanted all green belt reviewed and recategorised as grey belt where appropriate so that it could be built on. She said for example ugly bits...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 334 335 336
Replies:
5,037
Views:
199,268
cactus_girl
Feb 14, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Partial screening suggestions
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it out. If on the other hand they are clipped into a...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...

PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
Replies:
9
Views:
236
CostasK
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Sticky
Latest moan from you and me 2026
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came outside, and he was all for calling the police. A few seconds later a fox came trotting down the...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came outside, and he was all for calling the police. A...
The last few nights we have had vixen (s) mating calls. It can sound just like a woman screaming. They have been round here for years now, but the first time I heard it myself and a neighbour came...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 45 46 47
Replies:
694
Views:
20,073
AnniD
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:15 PM
What is this Weed?
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.
Pic to show flower and seed pods that burst to throw seeds away from the parent plant.

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
Replies:
10
Views:
259
Silver surfer
Feb 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
x 14
What's Looking Good February 2026
When we had to take down the greenhouse this was one of the ferns that was growing out of the paving inside. We have never put any of these ferns in there and the nearest plant is over 20ft away....
When we had to take down the greenhouse this was one of the ferns that was growing out of the paving inside. We have never put any of these ferns in there and the nearest plant is over 20ft away. We had a few of them in the paving and the seeds may have been brought in by cats who frequent the...
When we had to take down the greenhouse this was one of the ferns that was growing out of the paving inside. We have never put any of these ferns in there and the nearest plant is over 20ft away. We had a few of them in the paving and the seeds...
When we had to take down the greenhouse this was one of the ferns that was growing out of the paving inside. We have never put any of these ferns in there and the nearest plant is over 20ft away....

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
Replies:
32
Views:
1,238
shiney
Feb 15, 2026 at 6:17 AM
Sticky
x 4
Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
The paving stones for my new greenhouse were delivered this afternoon. The greenhouse should come on Monday.We had a little bit of sunshine this afternoon but there was a very cold wind so we...
The paving stones for my new greenhouse were delivered this afternoon. The greenhouse should come on Monday.We had a little bit of sunshine this afternoon but there was a very cold wind so we stayed indoors.We don't really do anything for Valentine's day. We had trout and leek pie with...
The paving stones for my new greenhouse were delivered this afternoon. The greenhouse should come on Monday.We had a little bit of sunshine this afternoon but there was a very cold wind so we stayed indoors.We don't really do anything for...
The paving stones for my new greenhouse were delivered this afternoon. The greenhouse should come on Monday.We had a little bit of sunshine this afternoon but there was a very cold wind so we...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 45 46 47
Replies:
701
Views:
24,941
Busy-Lizzie
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:09 PM
Sticky
What's buzzing flying near you 2026
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
Replies:
33
Views:
1,291
strongylodon
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Sticky
x 3
What are we doing in the garden 2026
You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
You must have a real sense of achievement It's looking great!
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
Replies:
220
Views:
8,151
Friendly
Feb 14, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Sticky
Show Off Your Pets 2026
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
Replies:
93
Views:
3,929
wiseowl
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form of cover for each container. A few sticks in each...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026, Container Gardening
Replies:
12
Views:
449
Philippa
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Old apple trees and water shoots
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and leaves being taken out. The reason winter pruning...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Greenlion66, Feb 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM, Trees
Replies:
4
Views:
92
Allotment Boy
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Sticky
x 15
Show us your gardening purchases 2026
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
Replies:
87
Views:
3,238
Alisa
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Sticky
Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
Replies:
15
Views:
993
Michael Hewett
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
Replies:
43
Views:
886
hi2u_uk
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.
I still like my soil block method.

Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
Replies:
11
Views:
521
CanadianLori
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:35 PM

Showing results 1 to 20 of 121

Page 1 of 7

Recent Posts

Useful Searches