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  1. garden_shade

    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
  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    But not necessarily very young children wandering around supermarkets. :hate-shocked:I don't think it would actually make a lot of difference to meat eating adults. There are so many gory programmes on the TV.
    But not necessarily very young children wandering around supermarkets. :hate-shocked:I don't think it would actually make a lot of difference to meat eating adults. There are so many gory programmes on the TV.
    But not necessarily very young children wandering around supermarkets. :hate-shocked:I don't think it would actually make a lot of difference to meat eating adults. There are so many gory programmes on the TV.
    But not necessarily very young children wandering around supermarkets. :hate-shocked:I don't think it would actually make a lot of difference to meat eating adults. There are so many gory programmes on the TV.
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 361 362 363
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    shiney
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:03 PM
  3. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has something to do with average daily temperatures, which lead to grass springing into growth earlier...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has something to do with average daily temperatures,...
    Good afternoon and happy new month!It's interesting that meteorological Spring begins in March in UK, but agricultural Spring starts at the beginning of February here in Ireland. I guess it has...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 61 62 63
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    Liriodendron
    Mar 1, 2026 at 3:51 PM
  4. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to maintain your garden at the moment, I’d be tempted to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure of your garden. To reduce the time needed to...
    One major consideration is the time you have available to look after the garden. While you are working, the garden can seem like a chore rather than a pleasure. I like the contemporary structure...
    latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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    Plantminded
    Mar 1, 2026 at 3:48 PM
  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad when you rinse them out with hot water.
    I find the plastic of the bottle is so thin that if you grip the cap tightly it distorts the thread and binds the cap on so you need to relax the grip and try again. Also they smell really bad...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 62 63 64
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    NigelJ
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:38 PM
  6. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    A good example of the need for good punctuation when writing. :heehee: Although not necessary when speaking.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 20 21 22
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    shiney
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:14 PM
  7. pete

    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 :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    pete, Apr 26, 2023, Gardening Discussions ... 3 4 5
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    Plantminded
    Feb 28, 2026 at 4:51 PM
  8. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    @Selleri Sorry! :sad:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 18 19 20
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    shiney
    Feb 28, 2026 at 6:25 PM
  9. JWK
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    Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026

    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Red Admiral, warming up in the morning sun.
    Admiral 1.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner
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    strongylodon
    Feb 28, 2026 at 4:24 PM
  10. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera Marmalade. I have two of them. The colours vary a bit...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa Tenuissima to my garden.I saw you list Heuchera...
    Hi,I was going to recommend adding some grasses for softness and texture, but @Plantminded beat me to it :) Calamagrostis Karl Foerster is one of my top 3 plants. I want to add some Stipa...
    Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    CostasK
    Mar 1, 2026 at 10:14 AM
  11. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for nearly 2 months. Everything is green, including my car, and its supposed to be black.:biggrin:Its not really...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for nearly 2 months. Everything is green, including my car,...
    Yes the rain has finally stopped here also, now the very long drying drying episode can start yet again, I'm not sure I can remember such a long period of total dampness that we have had for...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 96 97 98
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    pete
    Mar 1, 2026 at 4:06 PM
  12. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    New Thread Here:-What's Looking Good March 2026
    NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    shiney
    Mar 1, 2026 at 1:18 AM
  13. Sydney Carton

    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
  14. garden_shade

    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
  15. eatenbyweasels
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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...
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    eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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    eatenbyweasels
    Feb 28, 2026 at 1:05 PM
  16. Fat Controller
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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
  17. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
    New Crab Apple “Laura” planted. Five feet tall, plenty of buds.
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    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 22 23 24
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    Bluejayway
    Mar 1, 2026 at 12:48 PM
  18. Ditherer

    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
  19. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that with the milder winters they were growing too much...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in the cold greenhouse. Why the change? I found that...
    I used to start mine in autumn and keep in a cold greenhouse over winter, did that in Essex and for a number of years in Devon. These days I chit them in February and then into root trainers in...
    GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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    NigelJ
    Mar 1, 2026 at 8:46 AM
  20. Selleri
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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.
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    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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    pete
    Feb 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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