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  1. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that with the milder winters they were growing too much...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
    GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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    NigelJ
    Mar 1, 2026 at 8:46 AM
  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
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    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 22 23 24
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    Bluejayway
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:48 PM
  3. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Well done They are very pretty together.
    Well done They are very pretty together.
    Well done They are very pretty together.
    Well done They are very pretty together.
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 12:43 AM, Photo Competitions
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    cactus_girl
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:50 PM
  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Quite windy out there, but I can see some blue patches up above. I might nip out into the garden for the last half hour to see how chilly it is. About 10c now.Tomorrow looks much better at 14c...
    Quite windy out there, but I can see some blue patches up above. I might nip out into the garden for the last half hour to see how chilly it is. About 10c now.Tomorrow looks much better at 14c and sunny intervals and dry.
    Quite windy out there, but I can see some blue patches up above. I might nip out into the garden for the last half hour to see how chilly it is. About 10c now.Tomorrow looks much better at 14c and sunny intervals and dry.
    Quite windy out there, but I can see some blue patches up above. I might nip out into the garden for the last half hour to see how chilly it is. About 10c now.Tomorrow looks much better at 14c...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 96 97 98
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    cactus_girl
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:39 PM
  5. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera Marmalade. I have two of them. The colours vary a bit...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
    Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    CostasK
    Mar 1, 2026 at 10:14 AM
  6. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 20 21 22
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    shiney
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:14 PM
  7. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Afternoon all. It started beautifully sunny and warm which was welcome on our usual walk. We were amused to see how word must have gone round quickly about the felled willow logs being stacked in...
    Afternoon all. It started beautifully sunny and warm which was welcome on our usual walk. We were amused to see how word must have gone round quickly about the felled willow logs being stacked in the Community Orchard. Two men were busy loading their car up but I'm not sure willow burns...
    Afternoon all. It started beautifully sunny and warm which was welcome on our usual walk. We were amused to see how word must have gone round quickly about the felled willow logs being stacked in the Community Orchard. Two men were busy loading...
    Afternoon all. It started beautifully sunny and warm which was welcome on our usual walk. We were amused to see how word must have gone round quickly about the felled willow logs being stacked in...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 61 62 63
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    lizzie27
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:40 PM
  8. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to maintain your garden at the moment, I’d be tempted to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
    latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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    Plantminded
    Mar 1, 2026 at 3:48 PM
  9. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    shiney
    Mar 1, 2026 at 1:18 AM
  10. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the...
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the Amelanchier buds are looking promising.
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the Amelanchier buds are looking promising.
    A few patches of colour here and there. The Pelargoniums, situated close to the house, have been in continuous flower since last July. The Virginian stocks are self-seeded. The Honesty and the...
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    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Bluejayway
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:52 PM
  11. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    BB3, Feb 28, 2026 at 7:10 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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    Palustris
    Mar 1, 2026 at 8:23 AM
  12. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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    NigelJ
    Feb 28, 2026 at 9:30 PM
  13. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2026

    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2 3
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    NigelJ
    Feb 28, 2026 at 9:28 PM
  14. Alan Tomox

    Feeding Phaleopsis in winter

    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts" from the ferts.We are feeding ours now which like...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts"...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
    Alan Tomox, Nov 24, 2025, Other Plants
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    ricky101
    Mar 1, 2026 at 9:55 AM
  15. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Well, I must be made of sterner stuff as I had to visit an abattoir on several occasions when I was setting up the company's employee pension scheme. Not a place I'd visit from choice but...
    Well, I must be made of sterner stuff as I had to visit an abattoir on several occasions when I was setting up the company's employee pension scheme. Not a place I'd visit from choice but educational and it never put me off eating meat.
    Well, I must be made of sterner stuff as I had to visit an abattoir on several occasions when I was setting up the company's employee pension scheme. Not a place I'd visit from choice but educational and it never put me off eating meat.
    Well, I must be made of sterner stuff as I had to visit an abattoir on several occasions when I was setting up the company's employee pension scheme. Not a place I'd visit from choice but...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 361 362 363
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    lizzie27
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:47 PM
  16. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    I've never had newts so I guess it balances out, but the frogs are making a big comeback here after a few years of not so many, I think there was a virus a few years ago.
    wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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    pete
    Feb 28, 2026 at 7:03 PM
  17. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
    Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
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    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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    pete
    Feb 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
  18. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 18 19 20
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    shiney
    Feb 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
  19. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 62 63 64
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    NigelJ
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
  20. Sydney Carton

    Hedge dying?

    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
    Sydney Carton, Feb 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    70
    Plantminded
    Feb 28, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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