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Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some...
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some mesh over the top but I'll need to remove it soon to allow the potatoes to grow.
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some mesh over the top but I'll need to remove it soon to...
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some...
zebrina, Mar 30, 2026 at 12:50 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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zebrina
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No...
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No choice really as there's not enough space to leave them in the propagator any longer.
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No choice really as there's not enough space to leave...
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 39 40 41
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Allotment Boy
Mar 31, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Whaaattt?
My father (RCAF) was in a Lancaster bomber as well. He was sparks. The only time he mentioned anything about the experience was funny anecdotes and one single dark story about the horrifying...
My father (RCAF) was in a Lancaster bomber as well. He was sparks. The only time he mentioned anything about the experience was funny anecdotes and one single dark story about the horrifying feeling of having to drop incendiaries on Hamburg.One of my clients thought of more as a friend and...
My father (RCAF) was in a Lancaster bomber as well. He was sparks. The only time he mentioned anything about the experience was funny anecdotes and one single dark story about the horrifying feeling of having to drop incendiaries on Hamburg. ...
My father (RCAF) was in a Lancaster bomber as well. He was sparks. The only time he mentioned anything about the experience was funny anecdotes and one single dark story about the horrifying...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 408 409 410
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CanadianLori
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 92 93 94
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 36 37 38
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Scroggin
Mar 31, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Hoster's
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2 3
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CarolineL
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Pyracantha removal
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Removing Ivy from Fence and ground
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to be out of the EU, but am not adverse to visitors.
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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ViewAhead
Mar 31, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Let's all hope it's a temporary setback @Busy-Lizzie and that she comes thru OK.We have been and done the necessary to get our new ID cards. The lady who does this spends her afternoons dealing...
Let's all hope it's a temporary setback @Busy-Lizzie and that she comes thru OK.We have been and done the necessary to get our new ID cards. The lady who does this spends her afternoons dealing with Brits processing their residence cards and was delighted when we spoke French. It seems most...
Let's all hope it's a temporary setback @Busy-Lizzie and that she comes thru OK.We have been and done the necessary to get our new ID cards. The lady who does this spends her afternoons dealing with Brits processing their residence cards and...
Let's all hope it's a temporary setback @Busy-Lizzie and that she comes thru OK.We have been and done the necessary to get our new ID cards. The lady who does this spends her afternoons dealing...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 88 89 90
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement
My photo was a curve ,
My photo was a curve ,
My photo was a curve ,
My photo was a curve ,
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:22 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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Spruce
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before...
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before the weekend and just barely into the freezer at nights now. Wonderful!
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before the weekend and just barely into the freezer at...
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 137 138 139
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CanadianLori
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:35 PM
MO Bactor Instant - thoughts
As you have already purchased the product, why not try it on a small section of your lawn, as previously suggested, to see how effective it is. If you follow the instructions you won’t do any...
As you have already purchased the product, why not try it on a small section of your lawn, as previously suggested, to see how effective it is. If you follow the instructions you won’t do any harm, apart from killing the moss .
As you have already purchased the product, why not try it on a small section of your lawn, as previously suggested, to see how effective it is. If you follow the instructions you won’t do any harm, apart from killing the moss .
As you have already purchased the product, why not try it on a small section of your lawn, as previously suggested, to see how effective it is. If you follow the instructions you won’t do any...
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Camellia leaves brown patches
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
Peteski2024, Mar 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Peteski2024
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as suggested in my earlier post, reseed the...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them now rather than later. You can spot treat them as...
Weeds germinate and grow in spring, then flower and set seed in late summer, with the seeds generally remaining dormant in the soil until the following year. This is why I would try to remove them...
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!
I dabble in growing from saved supermarket fruit, but regarding tomatoes I'd grow a few plants of a known variety as well just to be on the safe side, you just never know what you will get from...
I dabble in growing from saved supermarket fruit, but regarding tomatoes I'd grow a few plants of a known variety as well just to be on the safe side, you just never know what you will get from open pollinated fruit.
I dabble in growing from saved supermarket fruit, but regarding tomatoes I'd grow a few plants of a known variety as well just to be on the safe side, you just never know what you will get from open pollinated fruit.
I dabble in growing from saved supermarket fruit, but regarding tomatoes I'd grow a few plants of a known variety as well just to be on the safe side, you just never know what you will get from...
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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pete
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Mushroom compost
I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was contaminated with.
I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago and nothing grew in it, god knows what it was...
I think I'll just do my usual and mix jacks magic with ji no3 and sharp sand.It works ok but was hoping for a cheaper option.I bought a bag or two of some unknown stuff a couple of years ago...
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 2
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pete
Mar 30, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Hozelock Auto Reel, Outside Year round or.....
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
I remove the spray gun after every use and keep it inside. The hose itself is fastened on the sheltered back wall of the house.
Kevin Cowans, Feb 14, 2026, Tools And Equipment ... 2
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875
Little_Weed
Mar 30, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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Currently Listening To 2026
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2 3 4
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1,749
Logan
Mar 30, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
Yes, they are far superior than expected and full of buds to boot.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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170
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8,436
Victoria
Mar 30, 2026 at 2:29 PM

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