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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
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What's your weather like 2026
It is up to 19f -7c and the guessers say we will climb to just above freezing. It will be cloudy which doesn't bother me at all as I shall be doing a lot of errands (driving around) including...
It is up to 19f -7c and the guessers say we will climb to just above freezing. It will be cloudy which doesn't bother me at all as I shall be doing a lot of errands (driving around) including taking some of my deep cycle batteries to the hazardous waste depot. They don't charge to take the dead...
It is up to 19f -7c and the guessers say we will climb to just above freezing. It will be cloudy which doesn't bother me at all as I shall be doing a lot of errands (driving around) including taking some of my deep cycle batteries to the...
It is up to 19f -7c and the guessers say we will climb to just above freezing. It will be cloudy which doesn't bother me at all as I shall be doing a lot of errands (driving around) including...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 99 100 101
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CanadianLori
Mar 3, 2026 at 11:32 AM
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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Latest moan from you and me 2026
That would still mean queues in that row of pumps or building a wider forecourt for a separate pump. We are all diesel cars here but not the two mowers or the big strimmer so we'd be a 5 litre...
That would still mean queues in that row of pumps or building a wider forecourt for a separate pump. We are all diesel cars here but not the two mowers or the big strimmer so we'd be a 5 litre refill job on the days the cars aren't thirsty.
That would still mean queues in that row of pumps or building a wider forecourt for a separate pump. We are all diesel cars here but not the two mowers or the big strimmer so we'd be a 5 litre refill job on the days the cars aren't thirsty.
That would still mean queues in that row of pumps or building a wider forecourt for a separate pump. We are all diesel cars here but not the two mowers or the big strimmer so we'd be a 5 litre...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 65 66 67
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 3, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do well with compeition.If you think they need it,...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:02 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
One became three
One became three
One became three
One became three

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 24 25 26
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Friendly
Mar 3, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Greetings. hard to get to sleep last night as brain buzzing andthen I was woken up at 6am by a lump landing and telling me he wanted breakfast. I then fell asleep again till 10:30.Sunny here...
Greetings. hard to get to sleep last night as brain buzzing andthen I was woken up at 6am by a lump landing and telling me he wanted breakfast. I then fell asleep again till 10:30.Sunny here but my back is still niggling and we have dance cass this evening so I'm being careful.Well done...
Greetings. hard to get to sleep last night as brain buzzing andthen I was woken up at 6am by a lump landing and telling me he wanted breakfast. I then fell asleep again till 10:30.Sunny here but my back is still niggling and we have dance...
Greetings. hard to get to sleep last night as brain buzzing andthen I was woken up at 6am by a lump landing and telling me he wanted breakfast. I then fell asleep again till 10:30.Sunny here...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 63 64 65
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 3, 2026 at 11:56 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
Daffodil Crescent
Daffodil Crescent
Daffodil Crescent
Daffodil Crescent

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 8:50 AM, Photo Competitions
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Friendly
Mar 3, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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 3, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a picture of my front garden.So the driveway on the...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 16 17 18
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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Showy natives
Daucus carota, the wild carrot is another beautiful flower. They look like a birds nest and are lovely dotted through a border.
Daucus carota, the wild carrot is another beautiful flower. They look like a birds nest and are lovely dotted through a border.
Daucus carota, the wild carrot is another beautiful flower. They look like a birds nest and are lovely dotted through a border.
Daucus carota, the wild carrot is another beautiful flower. They look like a birds nest and are lovely dotted through a border.
Adam I, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Thevictorian
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:40 AM
Whaaattt?
With even more luck, they will fire a (mis)guided missile and it will finish the Ballroom makeover sooner than planned.
With even more luck, they will fire a (mis)guided missile and it will finish the Ballroom makeover sooner than planned.
With even more luck, they will fire a (mis)guided missile and it will finish the Ballroom makeover sooner than planned.
With even more luck, they will fire a (mis)guided missile and it will finish the Ballroom makeover sooner than planned.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 363 364 365
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Philippa
Mar 3, 2026 at 11:26 AM

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