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What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)
Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivars Purple LoosestrifeFor winter: Our native two hellebores,...
Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of this) Dark Mullein has some cultivars Purple...
Some native beauty perrenials:Bugloss Aconite (poisonous though) Giant/Clustered Bellflower Scabious Greater Knappweed Common toadflax Betony Soapwort Violets Columbines (some crazy cultivars of...
Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Adam I
Feb 28, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
Nice enough day in Perth, dry but cold, we passed the snow plough out gritting on the way home, 1.5 degrees and spitting with sleety rain.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 95 96 97
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burnie
Feb 28, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Whaaattt?
As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An overnight conversion to vegetarianism ensued.Cheerio.
As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to visit an abbatoir as part of the training. An...
As a vegetarian, I saw the mention of slaughtering animals a while back and looked away. I shall not be reading this thread again for some time. A relative trained as a vet and was obliged to...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 360 361 362
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Tidemark
Feb 28, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not awake.I dont see individual immigrants as a threat, I...
As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not...
As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 61 62 63
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pete
Feb 28, 2026 at 6:03 PM
What died on you this winter?
Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge . The bluebells are back with a vengeance though .
Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge . The bluebells are back with a vengeance though .
Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge . The bluebells are back with a vengeance though .
Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge . The bluebells are back with a vengeance though .
pete, Apr 26, 2023, Gardening Discussions ... 3 4 5
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Plantminded
Feb 28, 2026 at 4:51 PM
First garden - haven't the foggiest
HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn, Cut a H over the area and Lift the Turf, remove any...
HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn,...
HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
garden_shade, Feb 28, 2026 at 2:49 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 28, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...
After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to collect the compost up to 2020. - I moved the tree...
After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to...
After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 28, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Hedge dying?
I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
Sydney Carton, Feb 28, 2026 at 3:23 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Plantminded
Feb 28, 2026 at 5:50 PM
New Gardener - help!
Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
garden_shade, Feb 26, 2026 at 11:56 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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garden_shade
Feb 28, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?
Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why...
Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why I'm thinking i should dig it all up and make more space for some shrubs.
Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why I'm thinking i should dig it all up and make more...
Thanks @pete and @Plantminded!Shrubs is definitely on my list of things to buy. The problem i have is that fitting them in is tricky because of the haphazard way I've planted so far.Thats why...
latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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latimer
Feb 28, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out for this evening. Hope everyone has a peaceful night, that @Penny_Forthem's dogs are now settled and that @Obelix-Vendée's back continues to improve. See you all tomorrow.

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 61 62 63
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Ladybird4
Feb 28, 2026 at 8:57 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
@Selleri Sorry!
@Selleri Sorry!
@Selleri Sorry!
@Selleri Sorry!
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 18 19 20
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shiney
Feb 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to...
The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to be okay, all in good quality ziplocks. Fingers crossed.
The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to be okay, all in good quality ziplocks. Fingers crossed.
The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to...

eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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eatenbyweasels
Feb 28, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 20 21 22
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Star gaze Lily
Feb 28, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Migration to NEW software & server
No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly...
No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly if a thread hasn't had a reply for 18 months to two years, it is entering the 'old' territory at that...
No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly if a thread hasn't had a reply for 18 months to two...
No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly...
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
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Fat Controller
Feb 28, 2026 at 11:23 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more...
More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more trips to the tip are the answer. The trouble is that the hedge bits are so very horrible with huge...
More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more trips to the tip are the answer. The trouble is...
More hedge demolition work, nearly four hours of it today (including frequent sit downs!). We're fast running out of space and receptacles to put the debris, I will have to persuade OH that more...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 21 22 23
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lizzie27
Feb 28, 2026 at 6:29 PM
planting with wildlife in mind
the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct...
the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct ruminents, deer and cattle doing that job now to an extent.there are many perrenial native flowers...
the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct ruminents, deer and cattle doing that job now to an...
the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct...
Ditherer, Jul 3, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 5 6 7
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Adam I
Feb 28, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.
No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.
No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.
No just break it up with your hands, but I often add some sharp sand but its not essential. Remember no hard and fast rules.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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pete
Feb 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.
Mostly good size, not seen a Hedychium this small before.

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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pete
Feb 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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NigelJ
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