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Chillies 2026
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.

CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Rat problem
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's Looking Good March 2026
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or...
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or fed and haven't had water since October.
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or fed and haven't had water since October.
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or...
shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Michael Hewett
Mar 31, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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
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
Whaaattt?
@CanadianLori One can only assume that some members of the Luftwaffe felt the same about their actions too. Not many left from the WW2 era but given what's happening today, there will be many...
@CanadianLori One can only assume that some members of the Luftwaffe felt the same about their actions too. Not many left from the WW2 era but given what's happening today, there will be many more dying at some megalamaniac's behest. I expect each country will "Remember Them" but we still...
@CanadianLori One can only assume that some members of the Luftwaffe felt the same about their actions too. Not many left from the WW2 era but given what's happening today, there will be many more dying at some megalamaniac's behest. I expect...
@CanadianLori One can only assume that some members of the Luftwaffe felt the same about their actions too. Not many left from the WW2 era but given what's happening today, there will be many...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 408 409 410
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Philippa
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:54 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
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be like - we’ve had all sorts over the years.I hope Alexa improves and can steadily recover...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be like - we’ve had all sorts over the years.I hope...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 88 89 90
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AuntyRach
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us.
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us. ...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:34 PM
MO Bactor Instant - thoughts
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:25 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
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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
Pyracantha removal
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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256
Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:33 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
Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:22 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 137 138 139
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36,422
Michael Hewett
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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!
Deliberate and self seeded vittoria have grown true.
Deliberate and self seeded vittoria have grown true.
Deliberate and self seeded vittoria have grown true.
Deliberate and self seeded vittoria have grown true.
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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106
BB3
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:29 PM

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