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Vegetable Growing 2026
Choggia beetroot is lovely sliced very thinly in salads and is pretty.I like to grow cavolo nero which I find better than the kalettes I tried in my Belgian garden. We've been here just over 9...
Choggia beetroot is lovely sliced very thinly in salads and is pretty.I like to grow cavolo nero which I find better than the kalettes I tried in my Belgian garden. We've been here just over 9 years so that's at least 10 to 12 years ago.I'm trying elephant garlic this year as normal garlic...
Choggia beetroot is lovely sliced very thinly in salads and is pretty.I like to grow cavolo nero which I find better than the kalettes I tried in my Belgian garden. We've been here just over 9 years so that's at least 10 to 12 years ago.I'm...
Choggia beetroot is lovely sliced very thinly in salads and is pretty.I like to grow cavolo nero which I find better than the kalettes I tried in my Belgian garden. We've been here just over 9...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
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Bluebell Q
Mar 2, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
We are slightly mad, aren't we Last year after clearing the brambles from in- and outside the greenhouse I had to explain at work that a) I'm OK, really, I'm fine, and b) no, I don't have a...
We are slightly mad, aren't we Last year after clearing the brambles from in- and outside the greenhouse I had to explain at work that a) I'm OK, really, I'm fine, and b) no, I don't have a kitten.The scratches were rather spectacular
We are slightly mad, aren't we Last year after clearing the brambles from in- and outside the greenhouse I had to explain at work that a) I'm OK, really, I'm fine, and b) no, I don't have a kitten.The scratches were rather spectacular
We are slightly mad, aren't we Last year after clearing the brambles from in- and outside the greenhouse I had to explain at work that a) I'm OK, really, I'm fine, and b) no, I don't have a...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 23 24 25
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Selleri
Mar 2, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It has been the sunniest day for three days short of five months.
It has been the sunniest day for three days short of five months.
It has been the sunniest day for three days short of five months.
It has been the sunniest day for three days short of five months.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 98 99 100
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shiney
Mar 2, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I had a lovely day out. Visited a friend and had a mooch around Sherborne, what an interesting little town. It was gloriously sunny, and we had a very enjoyable walk with her dog, and a good catch...
I had a lovely day out. Visited a friend and had a mooch around Sherborne, what an interesting little town. It was gloriously sunny, and we had a very enjoyable walk with her dog, and a good catch up. Sadly the trip home was marred by the train being half an hour late. By the time we had stopped...
I had a lovely day out. Visited a friend and had a mooch around Sherborne, what an interesting little town. It was gloriously sunny, and we had a very enjoyable walk with her dog, and a good catch up. Sadly the trip home was marred by the train...
I had a lovely day out. Visited a friend and had a mooch around Sherborne, what an interesting little town. It was gloriously sunny, and we had a very enjoyable walk with her dog, and a good catch...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 62 63 64
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Ergates
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Plant ideas please
A climber might be best in that location @Danny1978, a shrub would compete with your Cherry trees which will fill the space above the fence as they mature. If you own the fence, you could consider...
A climber might be best in that location @Danny1978, a shrub would compete with your Cherry trees which will fill the space above the fence as they mature. If you own the fence, you could consider painting it. A dark colour helps to make it fade into the background and make the plants in front...
A climber might be best in that location @Danny1978, a shrub would compete with your Cherry trees which will fill the space above the fence as they mature. If you own the fence, you could consider painting it. A dark colour helps to make it fade...
A climber might be best in that location @Danny1978, a shrub would compete with your Cherry trees which will fill the space above the fence as they mature. If you own the fence, you could consider...

Danny1978, Mar 2, 2026 at 8:41 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill over the paths and thus soften them, rather than a formal approach with topiary leading to the...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill over the paths and thus soften them, rather than a...
The garden looks quite wonderful. It's very different from my own garden, which has more flowing lines, but I like that we're not all the same. I would go along with exuberant borders that spill...
latimer, Feb 28, 2026 at 1:59 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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micearguers
Mar 2, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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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
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:54 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
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Kevin Cowans
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:51 AM
Ideas for shady front garden....
I have a north facing border planted with variegated euonymus (against a wall), bergenia, fuchsia, pulmonaria, hellebores and ferns. I also have hydrangea Annabelle but after 10 years has gotten...
I have a north facing border planted with variegated euonymus (against a wall), bergenia, fuchsia, pulmonaria, hellebores and ferns. I also have hydrangea Annabelle but after 10 years has gotten quite large - 1.5m x 1.5m so may be too big for that area.
I have a north facing border planted with variegated euonymus (against a wall), bergenia, fuchsia, pulmonaria, hellebores and ferns. I also have hydrangea Annabelle but after 10 years has gotten quite large - 1.5m x 1.5m so may be too big for...
I have a north facing border planted with variegated euonymus (against a wall), bergenia, fuchsia, pulmonaria, hellebores and ferns. I also have hydrangea Annabelle but after 10 years has gotten...
machtucker, Feb 17, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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Peony Lover
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:39 AM
Plants for memorial area
Have a look at sarcococca which is winter flowering and the vanilla scent is amazing.
Have a look at sarcococca which is winter flowering and the vanilla scent is amazing.
Have a look at sarcococca which is winter flowering and the vanilla scent is amazing.
Have a look at sarcococca which is winter flowering and the vanilla scent is amazing.
BezzaDougal, Feb 17, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Peony Lover
Mar 2, 2026 at 8:20 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
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Michael Hewett
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:53 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together!
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than the fruit, as you get the gold and crimson together!
Ah ha! Often gold refers to yellow leaves, but I could see that one has lovely greenery. (I am not a fan of yellow foliage in general.) The name referring to the stamens makes more sense than...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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ViewAhead
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:09 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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Ladybird4
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Friendly
Mar 2, 2026 at 4:11 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Am I being overly sensitive here? Just seen a pizza advert using a hedgehog, who's just woken from hibernation and wants a Dom*n* o o Do you think that a) unkind to hedgehogs? b) downright...
Am I being overly sensitive here? Just seen a pizza advert using a hedgehog, who's just woken from hibernation and wants a Dom*n* o o Do you think that a) unkind to hedgehogs? b) downright stoopid? c) somebody will think to feed the cute hog a pizza?Honestly, who dreams up this stuff? A city...
Am I being overly sensitive here? Just seen a pizza advert using a hedgehog, who's just woken from hibernation and wants a Dom*n* o o Do you think that a) unkind to hedgehogs? b) downright stoopid? c) somebody will think to feed the cute hog a...
Am I being overly sensitive here? Just seen a pizza advert using a hedgehog, who's just woken from hibernation and wants a Dom*n* o o Do you think that a) unkind to hedgehogs? b) downright...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 64 65 66
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Penny_Forthem
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I'm trying out these from Lee Valley - just to see if they do draw moisture as needed.They are only $2.50 per above unit. So 1.5 of your pounds. I bought 5 just to experiment.I'm doing...
I'm trying out these from Lee Valley - just to see if they do draw moisture as needed.They are only $2.50 per above unit. So 1.5 of your pounds. I bought 5 just to experiment.I'm doing something wrong in trying to post the pic so here is the link if anyone is interested.
I'm trying out these from Lee Valley - just to see if they do draw moisture as needed.They are only $2.50 per above unit. So 1.5 of your pounds. I bought 5 just to experiment.I'm doing something wrong in trying to post the pic so here is...
I'm trying out these from Lee Valley - just to see if they do draw moisture as needed.They are only $2.50 per above unit. So 1.5 of your pounds. I bought 5 just to experiment.I'm doing...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 15 16 17
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CanadianLori
Mar 2, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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Showy natives
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Lovely examples! We have big patches of meadowsweet under the powerlines here, id forgotten about that.
Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Mar 2, 2026 at 12:24 PM
Whaaattt?
Re the goings on over the water, I was suddenly reminded of this song. It shows my age…Lonnie Donegan - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight Lyrics | Lyrics.com
Re the goings on over the water, I was suddenly reminded of this song. It shows my age…Lonnie Donegan - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight Lyrics | Lyrics.com
Re the goings on over the water, I was suddenly reminded of this song. It shows my age…Lonnie Donegan - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight Lyrics | Lyrics.com
Re the goings on over the water, I was suddenly reminded of this song. It shows my age…Lonnie Donegan - Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight Lyrics | Lyrics.com
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 362 363 364
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Tidemark
Mar 2, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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 .
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 .
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...
Adam1303, Feb 28, 2026 at 4:07 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Plantminded
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:59 AM

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