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  1. 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...
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  2. Fat Controller

    Anyone got/used a Pro-Seeder?

    Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
    Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
    Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
    Mix it with some sand and then as Pete says, just pinch and sprinkle
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  3. Kevin Cowans

    When to Cut Back Semi-Neglected Lavender and Santolina

    Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh...
    Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh growth and flower, but rather poor the rest of the year if in the ground imho. If just one or two...
    Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh growth and flower, but rather poor the rest of the...
    Probably worth giving it a careful trim back to shape now before the new growth starts, just had to do that last week with an overgrown one we missed in Autumn.Lavenders look nice when in fresh...
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  4. shiney
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    MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
    Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
    Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
    Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.
    upload_2026-3-1_8-47-8.jpeg 20260226_160149.jpg IMG_20260301_111623.jpg DSC05585.jpeg Witch Hazel.jpg Cyclamen coum. Silver leaved variant.jpg
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  5. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    What's that ? :scratch:Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias...
    What's that ? :scratch:Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias out of the perspex shelter and into the cold frame (The anorak got a bit wet ...) .
    What's that ? :scratch:Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias out of the perspex shelter and into the cold...
    What's that ? :scratch:Rain all day here, light at first but becoming heavier. Dewi's been in and out all day and got quite wet ! I stayed dry, because I was wearing an old anorak while carrying Fuchsias...
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  6. The Bird Lady

    Orchids - transparent pots or not?

    Thanks I had a look at the link, it seems to be the Oncidium type. I don't think I've got a photo, I've searched but can't find one, but I remember the flowers looked like little stars, like the...
    Thanks I had a look at the link, it seems to be the Oncidium type. I don't think I've got a photo, I've searched but can't find one, but I remember the flowers looked like little stars, like the Oncidium type and the Katarina Zoch variety. I'll have to make a note of that on a label tomorrow,...
    Thanks I had a look at the link, it seems to be the Oncidium type. I don't think I've got a photo, I've searched but can't find one, but I remember the flowers looked like little stars, like the Oncidium type and the Katarina Zoch variety. I'll...
    Thanks I had a look at the link, it seems to be the Oncidium type. I don't think I've got a photo, I've searched but can't find one, but I remember the flowers looked like little stars, like the...
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  7. shiney
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  8. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they...
    Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they got pruned. And I just plonked in some pitiful wallflowers in some pots and pansy/viola...
    Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they got pruned. And I just plonked in some pitiful...
    Spent some time cutting back the ivy on greenhouse. Got the hedge trimmer out and attacked the pyracantha and honeysuckle around the greenhouse. Forgot I missed a rose and the grapevine so they...
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  9. 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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  10. JWK
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  11. 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.
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  12. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can...
    Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can make your own. Can't find the exact recipe at the mo but basically you take a kilo or more of...
    Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can make your own. Can't find the exact recipe at the...
    Yes, @Ladybird4, it's sold in France and Belgium as "purin de prêle" and is a recognised natural fungicide used to prevent and treat things like peach leaf curl, mildew, black spot etc.You can...
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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
    Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
    Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
    Sweet pea seeds germinate very quickly @CanadianLori - a few days if you soak them. So the timing should work out ok
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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. Logan
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