Forum News
NEW SOFTWARE & SERVER IS COMING!
Please click on the link below to get the most up to date information: CLICK HERE

Recent Posts

Page 1 of 9

: Title; Replies Views; Last Message

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...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
Replies:
253
Views:
18,692
NigelJ
Mar 2, 2026 at 6:56 AM
Sticky
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.
shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion
Replies:
13
Views:
203
NigelJ
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:05 AM
Sticky
x 15
Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Thank you @ViewAheadI am pretty certain that "gold" refers to the stamens. The fruit is mostly green. It does get lighter in colour as it matures but I still wouldn't call it gold, it's more...
Thank you @ViewAheadI am pretty certain that "gold" refers to the stamens. The fruit is mostly green. It does get lighter in colour as it matures but I still wouldn't call it gold, it's more like a greenish yellow.
Thank you @ViewAheadI am pretty certain that "gold" refers to the stamens. The fruit is mostly green. It does get lighter in colour as it matures but I still wouldn't call it gold, it's more like a greenish yellow.
Thank you @ViewAheadI am pretty certain that "gold" refers to the stamens. The fruit is mostly green. It does get lighter in colour as it matures but I still wouldn't call it gold, it's more...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
Replies:
108
Views:
4,701
CostasK
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:35 AM
Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!
@Bluebell Q I'm afraid it looks pretty bad (although difficult to see details of foliage). It's possible wet conditions have done for it, and acacias don't recover well. Have a look to see if it...
@Bluebell Q I'm afraid it looks pretty bad (although difficult to see details of foliage). It's possible wet conditions have done for it, and acacias don't recover well. Have a look to see if it has any seedpods on it. They grow very fast from seed, so you could soon have a decent replacement.
@Bluebell Q I'm afraid it looks pretty bad (although difficult to see details of foliage). It's possible wet conditions have done for it, and acacias don't recover well. Have a look to see if it has any seedpods on it. They grow very fast from...
@Bluebell Q I'm afraid it looks pretty bad (although difficult to see details of foliage). It's possible wet conditions have done for it, and acacias don't recover well. Have a look to see if it...
Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
Replies:
2
Views:
44
CarolineL
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:46 AM
Sticky
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...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 62 63 64
Replies:
958
Views:
28,758
NigelJ
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:01 AM
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 .
The Bird Lady, Mar 1, 2026 at 11:08 AM, Other Plants ... 2
Replies:
22
Views:
182
Michael Hewett
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:53 AM
x 4
Showy natives
Lovely list of flowers. I'm afraid, Bellflowers never worked in my summer-dry concrete-like clay soil. If you plant them, make sure you have the right soil and they like water. Apart from that, I...
Lovely list of flowers. I'm afraid, Bellflowers never worked in my summer-dry concrete-like clay soil. If you plant them, make sure you have the right soil and they like water. Apart from that, I have had many of them and they liked clay soil.I have a Mullein seed package and start to sow them...
Lovely list of flowers. I'm afraid, Bellflowers never worked in my summer-dry concrete-like clay soil. If you plant them, make sure you have the right soil and they like water. Apart from that, I have had many of them and they liked clay soil.I...
Lovely list of flowers. I'm afraid, Bellflowers never worked in my summer-dry concrete-like clay soil. If you plant them, make sure you have the right soil and they like water. Apart from that, I...

Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
Replies:
6
Views:
89
simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 2, 2026 at 6:24 AM
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
Kevin Cowans, Mar 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM, Other Plants
Replies:
5
Views:
78
Kevin Cowans
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:51 AM
Sticky
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...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 62 63 64
Replies:
947
Views:
33,689
Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:19 AM
Sticky
x 3
What are we doing in the garden 2026
I'm not a fan of Magpies, they raid the nests of smaller birds here and their loud cackling sounds as if they are swearing at other birds in my garden .
I'm not a fan of Magpies, they raid the nests of smaller birds here and their loud cackling sounds as if they are swearing at other birds in my garden .
I'm not a fan of Magpies, they raid the nests of smaller birds here and their loud cackling sounds as if they are swearing at other birds in my garden .
I'm not a fan of Magpies, they raid the nests of smaller birds here and their loud cackling sounds as if they are swearing at other birds in my garden .
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 22 23 24
Replies:
353
Views:
12,929
Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:25 AM
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...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 361 362 363
Replies:
5,440
Views:
211,608
pete
Mar 1, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Sticky
x 3
What's your weather like 2026
We get that here sometimes too ...
We get that here sometimes too ...
We get that here sometimes too ...
We get that here sometimes too ...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 97 98 99
Replies:
1,479
Views:
23,052
Michael Hewett
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:23 AM
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...
Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
Replies:
8
Views:
231
Adam1303
Mar 1, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Sticky
x 9
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.
Fat Controller, Feb 23, 2026, Site Feedback/Bugs ... 3 4 5
Replies:
67
Views:
1,649
KT53
Mar 1, 2026 at 5:29 PM
Sticky
x 4
RESULT OF THE FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
Thank you @ViewAhead and
shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 12:43 AM, Photo Competitions
Replies:
10
Views:
133
Busy-Lizzie
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Sticky
Vegetable Growing 2026
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less frost resistant than the red ones for whatever reason, so id harvest the yellow ones in particular...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less frost resistant than the red ones for whatever...
I like the white and yellow varieties. They are less earthy than red ones and the white don't stain anything. I think avalanche is a white, boldor for yellow .I have found that they are less...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
Replies:
17
Views:
1,132
Hanglow
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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
Fat Controller, Mar 1, 2026 at 3:27 PM, Tools And Equipment
Replies:
2
Views:
61
Loofah
Mar 1, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?
And to add, i probably give myself too much of a hard time. While looking for a picture of the pond i also found this one which reminded me that at times the garden looks pretty good! It’s...
And to add, i probably give myself too much of a hard time. While looking for a picture of the pond i also found this one which reminded me that at times the garden looks pretty good! It’s probably just that it’s been 2 months of rain and drizzle and the garden looks a mess. The garden is partly...
And to add, i probably give myself too much of a hard time. While looking for a picture of the pond i also found this one which reminded me that at times the garden looks pretty good! It’s probably just that it’s been 2 months of rain and drizzle...
And to add, i probably give myself too much of a hard time. While looking for a picture of the pond i also found this one which reminded me that at times the garden looks pretty good! It’s...

latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners !
Replies:
14
Views:
314
latimer
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:09 AM
Sticky
MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".
Camellia reticulata "Mary Williams".

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 8:50 AM, Photo Competitions
Replies:
6
Views:
125
Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:54 AM
Sticky
A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
Replies:
331
Views:
12,791
Ladybird4
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:09 AM

Showing results 1 to 20 of 164

Page 1 of 9

Recent Posts

Useful Searches