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  1. Kevin Cowans

    When to Cut Back Semi-Neglected Lavender and Santolina

    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
    Hello allThanks for the Replies.I will Cut them Back now to New Growth lower down the Stems which is what I have always done previously.ThanksKevin
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  2. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
    Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
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  3. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    Ok, so I’ve had a night to sleep on it, always a good thing (though I’m sure I’ll be back into crisis mode tomorrow!)So, on a fairly limited budget, i think my money will be better spent on...
    Ok, so I’ve had a night to sleep on it, always a good thing (though I’m sure I’ll be back into crisis mode tomorrow!)So, on a fairly limited budget, i think my money will be better spent on getting some good hardworking shrubs into the garden. I’m also, as @Perki suggested, going to embrace...
    Ok, so I’ve had a night to sleep on it, always a good thing (though I’m sure I’ll be back into crisis mode tomorrow!)So, on a fairly limited budget, i think my money will be better spent on getting some good hardworking shrubs into the garden....
    Ok, so I’ve had a night to sleep on it, always a good thing (though I’m sure I’ll be back into crisis mode tomorrow!)So, on a fairly limited budget, i think my money will be better spent on...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Yes, Simone, you are correct, Sahara dust ... we are not far from Morocco.This morning we are overcast with the dust and 12c. We are forecast with the dirty dust rain this afternoon. It makes...
    Yes, Simone, you are correct, Sahara dust ... we are not far from Morocco.This morning we are overcast with the dust and 12c. We are forecast with the dirty dust rain this afternoon. It makes a terrible mess of vehicles, outside furniture and plants ... but it is wet and we need that. It is...
    Yes, Simone, you are correct, Sahara dust ... we are not far from Morocco.This morning we are overcast with the dust and 12c. We are forecast with the dirty dust rain this afternoon. It makes a terrible mess of vehicles, outside furniture and...
    Yes, Simone, you are correct, Sahara dust ... we are not far from Morocco.This morning we are overcast with the dust and 12c. We are forecast with the dirty dust rain this afternoon. It makes...
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  5. The Bird Lady

    Orchids - transparent pots or not?

    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
    I got it in Swiss Valley Garden Centre, you must know where that is @CarolineL .
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  6. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
    Good question, it's an American bred hybrid from Nuncio's nursery and I picked it up at small nursery in Cornwall. Flower stems can be a bit weak for the flower head.
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  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Clever magpies! I find lots of nest size twigs dropped on the lawn. They love acer tree twigs as they are bendy. Before mowing I have to clear them off the lawn.
    Clever magpies! I find lots of nest size twigs dropped on the lawn. They love acer tree twigs as they are bendy. Before mowing I have to clear them off the lawn.
    Clever magpies! I find lots of nest size twigs dropped on the lawn. They love acer tree twigs as they are bendy. Before mowing I have to clear them off the lawn.
    Clever magpies! I find lots of nest size twigs dropped on the lawn. They love acer tree twigs as they are bendy. Before mowing I have to clear them off the lawn.
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  8. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old...
    They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old pictures are around of sheep being driven through the town and over the medway bridge to the market,...
    They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old pictures are around of sheep being driven through...
    They always had a so called cattle market here when I was young, TBH I never saw it or went there, no point, never knew it was about animals going to slaughter, as I'm sure most were.Some old...
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  9. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    For milk dispensers in canteens and rest areas the milk still comes in a bag in a box, 10 L at a time if I remember right. The bag has a "spout" that after fitting in the dispenser you snip the...
    For milk dispensers in canteens and rest areas the milk still comes in a bag in a box, 10 L at a time if I remember right. The bag has a "spout" that after fitting in the dispenser you snip the end off.
    For milk dispensers in canteens and rest areas the milk still comes in a bag in a box, 10 L at a time if I remember right. The bag has a "spout" that after fitting in the dispenser you snip the end off.
    For milk dispensers in canteens and rest areas the milk still comes in a bag in a box, 10 L at a time if I remember right. The bag has a "spout" that after fitting in the dispenser you snip the...
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  10. JWK
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  11. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good morning to you all!A rainy week has been forecast, but we have a watery sun this morning. My bike has a flattée this morning, so it is a walk about for Fizz - hopefully not backwards!I...
    Good morning to you all!A rainy week has been forecast, but we have a watery sun this morning. My bike has a flattée this morning, so it is a walk about for Fizz - hopefully not backwards!I wish you all an excellent start to the week.
    Good morning to you all!A rainy week has been forecast, but we have a watery sun this morning. My bike has a flattée this morning, so it is a walk about for Fizz - hopefully not backwards!I wish you all an excellent start to the week.
    Good morning to you all!A rainy week has been forecast, but we have a watery sun this morning. My bike has a flattée this morning, so it is a walk about for Fizz - hopefully not backwards!I...
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  12. shiney
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    PHOTO COMP DISCUSSION THREAD

    I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3...
    I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3 weedy leaves. I kept it in my dining room - watering it when I remembered and all of a sudden - and...
    I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3 weedy leaves. I kept it in my dining room -...
    I posted a picture of my Amaryllis today. A bit of a 'cheat' as it is an indoor Spring plant but its history is interesting. I got this Amaryllis over 2 years ago and it did nothing but produce 3...
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  13. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
    Thank you @ViewAhead and
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  14. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look...
    The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look like lettuce when in their green colouration haha. I picked up a couple of heucherella marmalade and...
    The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look like lettuce when in their green colouration...
    The grasses suggested do look very and smoothing to the surrounding area. I think I'll add them against the fence which is a bit of a wider border.I'm glad it isnt just me who thinks they look...
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  15. Alan Tomox

    Feeding Phaleopsis in winter

    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts" from the ferts.We are feeding ours now which like...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th watering to flush away any build up of "salts"...
    Its generally suggested you use an Orchid feed, basically they are a diluted version of standard fertilisers at around a quarter stength.Also said, its best to used plain water every 4th or 5th...
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  16. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and containers. There are also tomatoes for hanging...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and sweet pea varieties bred for hanging baskets and...
    They all grow well in large tubs and planters, but you will need to keep on top of the watering. There are dwarf varieties of French, Runner (Hestia) and Broad beans, dwarf forms of sunflower and...
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  17. BB3

    Vine weevil grub

    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
    Even more info for you. All vine weevils are female. There are no male ones.
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  18. 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
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  19. Logan
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  20. JWK
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