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Thank you CarolineLI have not done very well, I was so keen to get into this that I bought items before I asked for advice, I was not aware that sellers would mislead to sell their stock, as a...
Thank you CarolineLI have not done very well, I was so keen to get into this that I bought items before I asked for advice, I was not aware that sellers would mislead to sell their stock, as a previous post mentioned. It looks like I will have to put everything to one side and start again with...
Thank you CarolineLI have not done very well, I was so keen to get into this that I bought items before I asked for advice, I was not aware that sellers would mislead to sell their stock, as a previous post mentioned. It looks like I will have...
Thank you CarolineLI have not done very well, I was so keen to get into this that I bought items before I asked for advice, I was not aware that sellers would mislead to sell their stock, as a...
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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potted
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Evening folks.I’ve just reminded Dad about the clock change and we both decided to just sleep in an extra hour!Caught up in some gardening jobs today and started off the new compost bin with...
Evening folks.I’ve just reminded Dad about the clock change and we both decided to just sleep in an extra hour!Caught up in some gardening jobs today and started off the new compost bin with a few things plus some veggies that were past their best in my fridge (which involved a clean of...
Evening folks.I’ve just reminded Dad about the clock change and we both decided to just sleep in an extra hour!Caught up in some gardening jobs today and started off the new compost bin with a few things plus some veggies that were past...
Evening folks.I’ve just reminded Dad about the clock change and we both decided to just sleep in an extra hour!Caught up in some gardening jobs today and started off the new compost bin with...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 86 87 88
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AuntyRach
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
That's really good, and hopefully with AI enabled quick and cheap translations it'll become even better. For the majority of customers who are English speakers, it's just one tap more, but for the...
That's really good, and hopefully with AI enabled quick and cheap translations it'll become even better. For the majority of customers who are English speakers, it's just one tap more, but for the others it can be a significant help.When you are so ill you need a doctor, dealing with a shaky...
That's really good, and hopefully with AI enabled quick and cheap translations it'll become even better. For the majority of customers who are English speakers, it's just one tap more, but for the others it can be a significant help.When you...
That's really good, and hopefully with AI enabled quick and cheap translations it'll become even better. For the majority of customers who are English speakers, it's just one tap more, but for the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 90 91 92
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Selleri
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
We were 21c from noon to four and the sun on the Brugmansia scented the house twenty meters away all afternoon ... almost too overpowering. Currently 18c and can still smell the natural perfume. ...
We were 21c from noon to four and the sun on the Brugmansia scented the house twenty meters away all afternoon ... almost too overpowering. Currently 18c and can still smell the natural perfume. In two months we will swap the scent to Orange Blossom.
We were 21c from noon to four and the sun on the Brugmansia scented the house twenty meters away all afternoon ... almost too overpowering. Currently 18c and can still smell the natural perfume. In two months we will swap the scent to Orange...
We were 21c from noon to four and the sun on the Brugmansia scented the house twenty meters away all afternoon ... almost too overpowering. Currently 18c and can still smell the natural perfume. ...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 133 134 135
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Victoria
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Whaaattt?
You are probably correct, @pete, he could have been thinking of Greenland, which he kept calling Iceland, although it is Denmark that he said wouldn’t hand it over to him. Or maybe he meant the...
You are probably correct, @pete, he could have been thinking of Greenland, which he kept calling Iceland, although it is Denmark that he said wouldn’t hand it over to him. Or maybe he meant the Chagos islands, but I don’t think anyone was offering to give them to him? Who knows what is going on...
You are probably correct, @pete, he could have been thinking of Greenland, which he kept calling Iceland, although it is Denmark that he said wouldn’t hand it over to him. Or maybe he meant the Chagos islands, but I don’t think anyone was...
You are probably correct, @pete, he could have been thinking of Greenland, which he kept calling Iceland, although it is Denmark that he said wouldn’t hand it over to him. Or maybe he meant the...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 403 404 405
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Ergates
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Choisya aztec pearl hardiness
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
Thevictorian, Mar 26, 2026 at 10:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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pete
Mar 28, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Bare root hedging
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
JJTDH, Mar 27, 2026 at 10:57 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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NigelJ
Mar 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM
What is this please?
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
Friendly, Mar 17, 2026, Identification Area
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The Eden
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they dump a teabag in a cardboard cup. The bean counters...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:17 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon...
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon Spain.
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon Spain.
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon...

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 9 10 11
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Victoria
Mar 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Airfryer - worth buying? Any hints and tips to make the most of them
I've always been a fan of pressure cookers and have an aged Prestige Hi Dome (you can still get spares for it), my mother had a similar one. I find it useful for cooking some pulses, making soup...
I've always been a fan of pressure cookers and have an aged Prestige Hi Dome (you can still get spares for it), my mother had a similar one. I find it useful for cooking some pulses, making soup and stock, marmalade, cooking bacon joints and similar.They do, mine has 3 possible weights 5, 10...
I've always been a fan of pressure cookers and have an aged Prestige Hi Dome (you can still get spares for it), my mother had a similar one. I find it useful for cooking some pulses, making soup and stock, marmalade, cooking bacon joints and...
I've always been a fan of pressure cookers and have an aged Prestige Hi Dome (you can still get spares for it), my mother had a similar one. I find it useful for cooking some pulses, making soup...
Ergates, Mar 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:42 PM
How do I stunt a begonia boliviensis without killing it?
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
BB3, Feb 17, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BB3
Mar 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Mushroom compost
Over many years I've bought from CPA Horticulture - mushroom compost & horse manure every year and I've had bulk composted bark chippings and 25T top soil. All of it has been of very good...
Over many years I've bought from CPA Horticulture - mushroom compost & horse manure every year and I've had bulk composted bark chippings and 25T top soil. All of it has been of very good quality. Even substantial amounts of manure or compost are available in 75 litre bags which makes life...
Over many years I've bought from CPA Horticulture - mushroom compost & horse manure every year and I've had bulk composted bark chippings and 25T top soil. All of it has been of very good quality. Even substantial amounts of manure or compost are...
Over many years I've bought from CPA Horticulture - mushroom compost & horse manure every year and I've had bulk composted bark chippings and 25T top soil. All of it has been of very good...
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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Pete8
Mar 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I attempted my annual Spanish bluebell annihilation programme this afternoon . There’s been an area of them behind the tree fern where they have secured themselves in the roots of some old ferns...
I attempted my annual Spanish bluebell annihilation programme this afternoon . There’s been an area of them behind the tree fern where they have secured themselves in the roots of some old ferns and large sandstone blocks which make the pathway across the middle of the bank. The soil was still...
I attempted my annual Spanish bluebell annihilation programme this afternoon . There’s been an area of them behind the tree fern where they have secured themselves in the roots of some old ferns and large sandstone blocks which make the pathway...
I attempted my annual Spanish bluebell annihilation programme this afternoon . There’s been an area of them behind the tree fern where they have secured themselves in the roots of some old ferns...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 38 39 40
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Plantminded
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit the cat has been spotted a few times, sitting by the Thorny olive tree, watching the nearby mouse...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit the cat has been spotted a few times, sitting by...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 40 41 42
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ArmyAirForce
Mar 27, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Plantminded
Mar 28, 2026 at 11:57 AM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back Cornus and dividing ferns to put in the new Woodland Garden.Frances Tophill is exploring the tiny...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back Cornus and dividing ferns to put in the new...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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AnniD
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:15 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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Ladybird4
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Help with plant selection for gravel patch.
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might rearrange things later. You can get a surprising...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Smcask, Mar 22, 2026 at 9:56 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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Joao
Mar 27, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
My grandmother thought collecting and eating the leaves of weeds was 'common', She also thought going out to the lane was 'common' ... She was a lovely lady, my gran, and one of the kindest people...
My grandmother thought collecting and eating the leaves of weeds was 'common', She also thought going out to the lane was 'common' ... She was a lovely lady, my gran, and one of the kindest people on the earth, but she could be a bit snobbish
My grandmother thought collecting and eating the leaves of weeds was 'common', She also thought going out to the lane was 'common' ... She was a lovely lady, my gran, and one of the kindest people on the earth, but she could be a bit snobbish
My grandmother thought collecting and eating the leaves of weeds was 'common', She also thought going out to the lane was 'common' ... She was a lovely lady, my gran, and one of the kindest people...
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 36 37 38
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Michael Hewett
Mar 27, 2026 at 12:54 AM

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