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  1. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens

    They are very easy to take cuttings from and will be happy indoors on a shady windowsill all winter, even flowering quite freely. :blue thumb:
    They are very easy to take cuttings from and will be happy indoors on a shady windowsill all winter, even flowering quite freely. :blue thumb:
    They are very easy to take cuttings from and will be happy indoors on a shady windowsill all winter, even flowering quite freely. :blue thumb:
    They are very easy to take cuttings from and will be happy indoors on a shady windowsill all winter, even flowering quite freely. :blue thumb:
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  2. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall mix). Why? Because I like Cornflowers. Ditto with...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more than I deserve.I have bought Cornflower (tall...
    Okay, so this is the plan, such that is. I admit that what I know about gardening could be written on the back of a cigarette-paper, have little time for faffing around, and yet, I hope for more...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    It does; just think back to the Crusades, the Reformation, the Hussite wars, the Bartholomew Day massacre, Dissolution of the Monasteries, English Civil War and more recently the Troubles in...
    It does; just think back to the Crusades, the Reformation, the Hussite wars, the Bartholomew Day massacre, Dissolution of the Monasteries, English Civil War and more recently the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
    It does; just think back to the Crusades, the Reformation, the Hussite wars, the Bartholomew Day massacre, Dissolution of the Monasteries, English Civil War and more recently the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
    It does; just think back to the Crusades, the Reformation, the Hussite wars, the Bartholomew Day massacre, Dissolution of the Monasteries, English Civil War and more recently the Troubles in...
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  4. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    shinney, you have a beautiful garden..l love it. my 50 sale summer flower bulbs arrived yesterday.. good condition but all mixed up and no labels :(.... as l cant seem to identify what they are...
    shinney, you have a beautiful garden..l love it. my 50 sale summer flower bulbs arrived yesterday.. good condition but all mixed up and no labels :(.... as l cant seem to identify what they are and of course no colour labels) decided l'll plant all in a large container with good soil and wait...
    shinney, you have a beautiful garden..l love it. my 50 sale summer flower bulbs arrived yesterday.. good condition but all mixed up and no labels :(.... as l cant seem to identify what they are and of course no colour labels) decided l'll plant...
    shinney, you have a beautiful garden..l love it. my 50 sale summer flower bulbs arrived yesterday.. good condition but all mixed up and no labels :(.... as l cant seem to identify what they are...
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  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Sorry, that word is to hard for my mind to comput
    Sorry, that word is to hard for my mind to comput
    Sorry, that word is to hard for my mind to comput
    Sorry, that word is to hard for my mind to comput
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  6. BB3
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    Euphorbia

    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like them so most come out for the local plant sale.
    That variety does very well here and I have a few self seeded ones pop up every year, even though I never bought one to begin with. The only downside is they never self seed where I would like...
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  7. Greenfield81

    Choisya dying?

    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I suppose.
    I've seen this on mine from time to time, you can usually trace back down the stems to live wood, and prune back to below it. Never known the cause but possibly fungal. Could be frost damage I...
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  8. JWK
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  9. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
    I didn’t think of that @simone_in_wiltshire, good point. Could be a ruse to keep us watching :biggrin:.
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  10. Banana Man

    Bananaman's Hideout 2026

    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
    Essex innit :biggrin:
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  11. Meomye

    Ladybugs

    Yes, hundreds of the little blighters have been crammed into my casement windows all winter. Every time I tried to open one of them I would be showered with dozens of them.
    Yes, hundreds of the little blighters have been crammed into my casement windows all winter. Every time I tried to open one of them I would be showered with dozens of them.
    Yes, hundreds of the little blighters have been crammed into my casement windows all winter. Every time I tried to open one of them I would be showered with dozens of them.
    Yes, hundreds of the little blighters have been crammed into my casement windows all winter. Every time I tried to open one of them I would be showered with dozens of them.
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  12. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Yes @Ladybird4, our friend's arrival out of the blue was a big surprise but we enjoyed seeing him. He's like a whirlwind, talking nineteen to the dozen, then disappearing again.It's a little bit...
    Yes @Ladybird4, our friend's arrival out of the blue was a big surprise but we enjoyed seeing him. He's like a whirlwind, talking nineteen to the dozen, then disappearing again.It's a little bit cooler today but still sunny. I'm taking it easy as we're meeting our Austin friends for lunch. We...
    Yes @Ladybird4, our friend's arrival out of the blue was a big surprise but we enjoyed seeing him. He's like a whirlwind, talking nineteen to the dozen, then disappearing again.It's a little bit cooler today but still sunny. I'm taking it easy...
    Yes @Ladybird4, our friend's arrival out of the blue was a big surprise but we enjoyed seeing him. He's like a whirlwind, talking nineteen to the dozen, then disappearing again.It's a little bit...
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  13. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti...
    There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti fungals Just a few others off my head: potato virus x, y, a, leaf roll virus, early blight.because...
    There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti fungals Just a few others off my head: potato virus...
    There are over 40 infectious diseases that affect potatoes and tomatoes, most are viruses spread by aphids. Late blight is also rapidly evolving and keeps overcoming genetic resistances and anti...
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  14. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Slight frost as it dipped just below zero overnight. Now we have clear blue skies and good sunshine, feeling nippy though at 7c. Heading to 14c later
    Slight frost as it dipped just below zero overnight. Now we have clear blue skies and good sunshine, feeling nippy though at 7c. Heading to 14c later
    Slight frost as it dipped just below zero overnight. Now we have clear blue skies and good sunshine, feeling nippy though at 7c. Heading to 14c later
    Slight frost as it dipped just below zero overnight. Now we have clear blue skies and good sunshine, feeling nippy though at 7c. Heading to 14c later
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  15. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Colours of Spring.
    Colours of Spring.
    Colours of Spring.
    Colours of Spring.
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  16. hailbopp

    What should I try and get for them?

    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
    My local garden centre ALWAYS has them at 50% of RRP. One might almost suspect it's a con!
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  17. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Above picture is of our delightful dwarf tulips. Like little stars opening.
    Above picture is of our delightful dwarf tulips. Like little stars opening.
    Above picture is of our delightful dwarf tulips. Like little stars opening.
    Above picture is of our delightful dwarf tulips. Like little stars opening.
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  18. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    My winter salad in the Allotments greenhouse, have suddenly accelerated. I've been picking a few leaves at a time all winter, but now I'm picking masses to stop it running to seed. The mustard...
    My winter salad in the Allotments greenhouse, have suddenly accelerated. I've been picking a few leaves at a time all winter, but now I'm picking masses to stop it running to seed. The mustard frills are getting quite strong taste now. Nice problem to have though.
    My winter salad in the Allotments greenhouse, have suddenly accelerated. I've been picking a few leaves at a time all winter, but now I'm picking masses to stop it running to seed. The mustard frills are getting quite strong taste now. Nice...
    My winter salad in the Allotments greenhouse, have suddenly accelerated. I've been picking a few leaves at a time all winter, but now I'm picking masses to stop it running to seed. The mustard...
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  19. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
    I saw one yesterday on Celadines.
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  20. BezzaDougal

    Could anyone identify this plant please?

    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
    Thank you everyone. That seems to be unanimous! Looks an attractive flower and plant so I'll leave it alone.
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