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I have grown them from seed now and then over the years, but can't remember what I did. Germination was variable, but I had some successes. I often use vermiculite for tiny seeds or those that need light to germinate and it does work very well.I asked Google - which you may or may not trust AI...

I'd have enough trouble controlling my feet let alone having to control other body parts at the same time, so I'd be hopeless at it.

Yes as hinted at by @Plantminded, drainage channels need somewhere to drain to. Therefore you will need a deeper sump somewhere at the lowest point, so water can collect initially but then seep away. Have you considered a pond? That could help with some of the excess water. As a final point,...

I'm giving up with vegetables this year too, they're too much work for me now. I'm going to grow cut flowers in my raised bed where I used to grow vegies, but I may put a few onion sets in between them

Corydalis paschei about a month early flowers appear then the leaves and about 6 - 8 weeks later it's gone back below ground.Violet crocusesNarcissus "Tete A Tete"Galanthus woronwii

I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.

So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande (opened)*Expired 2024 **Expired 2025

20-30 years of growing different runner beans in the past, but maybe about 5-10 years ago I decided to try Moonlight and up to now they have given a tremendous crop each year and in the same spot year after year (although I do empty the compost bin on the area, oh and plus we're not on a water...

The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got nothing to loose.As you have probably noticed from all the bird photos recently, they have become...

Royal Bumble is a good one too. Dyson’s don’t stock this or any of the Lips series unfortunately. Other less well known varieties can be borderline hardy and require winter protection so be sure to check the RHS hardiness rating.

I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides . Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me also includes wind through the trees and swishing through dried grasses in winter.

Thank you Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page

Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.