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  1. Adam I
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    Showy natives

    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of yellow inflorescences but cultivars can be a very showy pink.Common bistort, a persicaria with many...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of yellow inflorescences but cultivars can be a very...
    Ragged robin, lychnis flos-cuculi is a lovely flower, native is pink but there are white cultivarsMeadow sweet, filipendula ulmaria is beautiful in flower. The native species has plumes of...
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  2. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
    Not something we see around here either, but a cousin of mine in Scotland got her milk in bags too.
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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the small hours on Friday. I'm about to make a carb...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of 19C expected and no rain except for a driblle in the...
    No leg pulling It was a pan scourer before brillo pads etc became available. The gunk left over after straining can be safely dumped on a compost heap too.Sunny spells today and a high of...
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness and tenacity. And they are very elegant in flight! :)
    I'm not a fan either. Along with pigeons, seagulls and squirrels, I regard them as a nuisance. However, having watched them at close quarters, I do have a new respect for their industriousness...
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  7. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Some narcissus
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
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  8. 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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  9. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
    I prefer the idea of simply composting.
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  10. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
    Another fine day - broken cloud, a bit of breeze. At the moment there's no significant rain in the forecast for the next fortnight.
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  11. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants living here :biggrin:.
    I think you're right @CostasK, the dry soil doesn't really suit them here. I grew a couple in containers once but decided not to keep them after they'd finished flowering. It's tough for plants...
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  12. Fat Controller
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    Migration to NEW software & server

    I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
    I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
    I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
    I didn't realise the GC server was on Voyager.
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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. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
    I grew the kalettes a couple of years ago - those that survived the slugs/snails were tasty. I'd certainly consider them again.
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  15. 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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  16. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
    No need to apologise @Philippa! :)
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  17. 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".
    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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  18. JWK
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  19. 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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  20. 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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