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Mushroom compost
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 2
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:22 AM
Holly fern cyrtomium fortunei
And very nice as well and a good size …make sure you water once a week will be fine..
And very nice as well and a good size …make sure you water once a week will be fine..
And very nice as well and a good size …make sure you water once a week will be fine..
And very nice as well and a good size …make sure you water once a week will be fine..
Friendly, Mar 31, 2026 at 9:33 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Spruce
Apr 1, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Hoster's
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found loads hidden under the pots.
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population. I've been tidying up the greenhouse and found...
Yes a moat is probably better, but I am so clumsy I'd probably knock everything and end up with water everywhere. Also you need to be very sure that the pot doesn't already have a slug population....
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Why not?
It all comes down to their environment.The crypts in New Orleans were meant to hold generations of families simply because down there, it typically takes a year to decompose in structures and...
It all comes down to their environment.The crypts in New Orleans were meant to hold generations of families simply because down there, it typically takes a year to decompose in structures and heat.If another member dies before a year is up, they store them until that time. Behind the body...
It all comes down to their environment.The crypts in New Orleans were meant to hold generations of families simply because down there, it typically takes a year to decompose in structures and heat.If another member dies before a year is up,...
It all comes down to their environment.The crypts in New Orleans were meant to hold generations of families simply because down there, it typically takes a year to decompose in structures and...

Tidemark, Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM, Container Gardening ... 2
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CanadianLori
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Its like a sleeping amphibian curled up in a ball. Hard to believe that it will go from that to a proud pampas plantation in a few short years
Its like a sleeping amphibian curled up in a ball. Hard to believe that it will go from that to a proud pampas plantation in a few short years
Its like a sleeping amphibian curled up in a ball. Hard to believe that it will go from that to a proud pampas plantation in a few short years
Its like a sleeping amphibian curled up in a ball. Hard to believe that it will go from that to a proud pampas plantation in a few short years
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 40 41 42
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Robert Bowen
Apr 1, 2026 at 10:27 PM
Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:30 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Allotment Boy
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:24 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
@Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 37 38 39
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On the Levels
Apr 1, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Red Bull ... Energy Drinks
Some 20 years ago I had a general anaesthetic for an operation. I was told very firmly not to underestimate how debilitating that could be. Given you have had multiple surgeries I'm not surprised...
Some 20 years ago I had a general anaesthetic for an operation. I was told very firmly not to underestimate how debilitating that could be. Given you have had multiple surgeries I'm not surprised that you are having some issues. I agree with the comments about sugar etc. I had a sip of red...
Some 20 years ago I had a general anaesthetic for an operation. I was told very firmly not to underestimate how debilitating that could be. Given you have had multiple surgeries I'm not surprised that you are having some issues. I agree with...
Some 20 years ago I had a general anaesthetic for an operation. I was told very firmly not to underestimate how debilitating that could be. Given you have had multiple surgeries I'm not surprised...
Victoria, Mar 31, 2026 at 4:42 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Allotment Boy
Apr 1, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.
2 of the 4 Puffins at Dancing Ledge, very distant. Unfortunately the numbers are getting less and they haven't bred for many years so they will eventually die out.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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strongylodon
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
Its been 16c here with some sunny spells, better than yesterday. Absolutely no wind which helped.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 139 140 141
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pete
Apr 1, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Whaaattt?
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! It's beyond belief.
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to keep her because of the way her mouth moves! ...
@Ergates I saw an article that says Trump's approval rating is now at -17 and he thinks the problem is that the press secretary is not doing her job well. Should he fire her or not? Decided to...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 409 410 411
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Obelix-Vendée
Apr 1, 2026 at 8:22 PM
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Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.
A fresh Speckled Wood today.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner
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strongylodon
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:24 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree specialists. Who'd have thunk it! Now I am going to have...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird cherry that I alledgedly had ground out by tree...
Evening all. Been a busy ish day today. I have been keeping an eye on two alien invaders in my front garden and today realised that these are suckers from the roots of the lilac and the bird...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 89 90 91
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Ladybird4
Apr 1, 2026 at 9:05 PM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of...
I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of detail. I find his whispering voice slightly off putting.
I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of detail. I find his whispering voice slightly off...
I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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pete
Mar 31, 2026 at 7:49 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 32 33 34
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Logan
Apr 1, 2026 at 5:54 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
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
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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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:33 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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7
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206
Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:17 PM

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