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Tomato Growing 2026
Always bury as deep as possible, I even lay the leggy ones horizontal if it gets the stem under soil
Always bury as deep as possible, I even lay the leggy ones horizontal if it gets the stem under soil
Always bury as deep as possible, I even lay the leggy ones horizontal if it gets the stem under soil
Always bury as deep as possible, I even lay the leggy ones horizontal if it gets the stem under soil
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 7 8 9
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Loofah
Mar 27, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Hoster's
Thank you.A couple of tomatoes would be nice, ha ha.I remember growing them for fun when I was just a child ‘about 12 years old!’,…. I think they were called ‘Money Maker’.In my keenness to...
Thank you.A couple of tomatoes would be nice, ha ha.I remember growing them for fun when I was just a child ‘about 12 years old!’,…. I think they were called ‘Money Maker’.In my keenness to get started with plants I recently bought what I thought would look nice, but really I don’t have a...
Thank you.A couple of tomatoes would be nice, ha ha.I remember growing them for fun when I was just a child ‘about 12 years old!’,…. I think they were called ‘Money Maker’.In my keenness to get started with plants I recently bought what I...
Thank you.A couple of tomatoes would be nice, ha ha.I remember growing them for fun when I was just a child ‘about 12 years old!’,…. I think they were called ‘Money Maker’.In my keenness to...

potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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potted
Mar 27, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning all.Thank you to everyone who sent good wishes for Alexa.We are back in Norfolk. Left Brighton at 3pm so by the time we got to the Dartford Tunnel it was rush hour, huge queues....
Good morning all.Thank you to everyone who sent good wishes for Alexa.We are back in Norfolk. Left Brighton at 3pm so by the time we got to the Dartford Tunnel it was rush hour, huge queues. Took 4 1/2 hours to get home instead of 3.Alexa is going to be OK. She ate her lunch yesterday,...
Good morning all.Thank you to everyone who sent good wishes for Alexa.We are back in Norfolk. Left Brighton at 3pm so by the time we got to the Dartford Tunnel it was rush hour, huge queues. Took 4 1/2 hours to get home instead of 3.Alexa...
Good morning all.Thank you to everyone who sent good wishes for Alexa.We are back in Norfolk. Left Brighton at 3pm so by the time we got to the Dartford Tunnel it was rush hour, huge queues....
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 85 86 87
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Busy-Lizzie
Mar 28, 2026 at 8:21 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I think there is a lot of this going on, standrard have dropped and lots of people cutting corners
I think there is a lot of this going on, standrard have dropped and lots of people cutting corners
I think there is a lot of this going on, standrard have dropped and lots of people cutting corners
I think there is a lot of this going on, standrard have dropped and lots of people cutting corners
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 89 90 91
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Jiffy
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:42 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Sunny and 5c. Feels like 2c. Showers later. A cold night ahead.
Sunny and 5c. Feels like 2c. Showers later. A cold night ahead.
Sunny and 5c. Feels like 2c. Showers later. A cold night ahead.
Sunny and 5c. Feels like 2c. Showers later. A cold night ahead.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 132 133 134
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cactus_girl
Mar 28, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Whaaattt?
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts have all been on the side of country life, the cockerels, bells and smells.@KT53 I see that...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts have all been on the side of country life, the...
@Philippa There have been court cases here in France where city folk move to the country and then complain about church bells, cocks crowing, cows mooing and all sorts of smells. Recent verdicts...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 402 403 404
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Choisya aztec pearl hardiness
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother....
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother. Survived-18oC in 2010 and still going strong.
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother. Survived-18oC in 2010 and still going strong.
I grow it in the frozen east of Scotland. Well currently it is baltic and we had snow today, didn’t lie thou. I grow it in a relatively sheltered spot. Had it for over 20 years, no bother....
Thevictorian, Mar 26, 2026 at 10:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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hailbopp
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Bare root hedging
I thought about it but husband really wanted a native mix and I struggled to find bare root evergreen plants cheaply..x
I thought about it but husband really wanted a native mix and I struggled to find bare root evergreen plants cheaply..x
I thought about it but husband really wanted a native mix and I struggled to find bare root evergreen plants cheaply..x
I thought about it but husband really wanted a native mix and I struggled to find bare root evergreen plants cheaply..x
JJTDH, Mar 27, 2026 at 10:57 AM, NEW Gardeners !
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JJTDH
Mar 27, 2026 at 9:54 PM
What is this please?
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
That plant looks like Euryops pectinatus. A common sub shrub that's used in a lot of public planting schemes.
Friendly, Mar 17, 2026, Identification Area
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The Eden
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they dump a teabag in a cardboard cup. The bean counters...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug even. Don’t like Hever and Penshurst where they...
When it comes to a cappuccino I am very progressive as I don’t mind a cardboard cup with a lid, actually I prefer it, but when it comes to tea I am traditional and prefer a cup, don’t mind a mug...
Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:17 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Very pretty.
Very pretty.
Very pretty.
Very pretty.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 9 10 11
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Victoria
Mar 27, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Airfryer - worth buying? Any hints and tips to make the most of them
I'm confused about these, are they actually a fryer or an oven, only I noticed some comments saying, don't use the oven now, and others saying they fry things. Be interested as to how they work, I...
I'm confused about these, are they actually a fryer or an oven, only I noticed some comments saying, don't use the oven now, and others saying they fry things. Be interested as to how they work, I impression is like an enclosed grill with a fan?
I'm confused about these, are they actually a fryer or an oven, only I noticed some comments saying, don't use the oven now, and others saying they fry things. Be interested as to how they work, I impression is like an enclosed grill with a fan?
I'm confused about these, are they actually a fryer or an oven, only I noticed some comments saying, don't use the oven now, and others saying they fry things. Be interested as to how they work, I...
Ergates, Mar 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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pete
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:48 AM
How do I stunt a begonia boliviensis without killing it?
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
Good plan.
BB3, Feb 17, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BB3
Mar 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Mushroom compost
I used to top dress my clay soil with loads of it, and it was a family challenge with the kids to get to the mushrooms first. Although I know they add chalk, it didn't seem to affect the plants,...
I used to top dress my clay soil with loads of it, and it was a family challenge with the kids to get to the mushrooms first. Although I know they add chalk, it didn't seem to affect the plants, but I never tried making compost purely with it.
I used to top dress my clay soil with loads of it, and it was a family challenge with the kids to get to the mushrooms first. Although I know they add chalk, it didn't seem to affect the plants, but I never tried making compost purely with it.
I used to top dress my clay soil with loads of it, and it was a family challenge with the kids to get to the mushrooms first. Although I know they add chalk, it didn't seem to affect the plants,...
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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CarolineL
Mar 27, 2026 at 10:03 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Last year, Bluejayway gave me a link for Heleniums Red on J.Parker. I went to their website 3 weeks ago and ordered a set of 5 plugs just to see what the quality is. They arrived the day before...
Last year, Bluejayway gave me a link for Heleniums Red on J.Parker. I went to their website 3 weeks ago and ordered a set of 5 plugs just to see what the quality is. They arrived the day before yesterday in not the best condition. I potted them immediately and soaked them in water. Yesterday,...
Last year, Bluejayway gave me a link for Heleniums Red on J.Parker. I went to their website 3 weeks ago and ordered a set of 5 plugs just to see what the quality is. They arrived the day before yesterday in not the best condition. I potted them...
Last year, Bluejayway gave me a link for Heleniums Red on J.Parker. I went to their website 3 weeks ago and ordered a set of 5 plugs just to see what the quality is. They arrived the day before...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 38 39 40
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 28, 2026 at 2:24 AM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit the cat has been spotted a few times, sitting by the Thorny olive tree, watching the nearby mouse...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit the cat has been spotted a few times, sitting by...
23rd March 2026On the evening of the 23rd into the 24th, Cherry the hedgehog was out, trying to get rid of fleas! The hog was shaking so much, it lost its balance and fell over! Nearby, Bandit...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 40 41 42
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ArmyAirForce
Mar 27, 2026 at 9:45 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no scent I can smell.Azara serrata last to flower, larger flowers, serrated leaves and no scent I can...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no scent I can smell.Azara serrata last to flower,...
Here we go all three species; Azara microphylla flowers first, small leaves and scented flowers tend to be on the underside of stems.Azara lanceolata small flowers leaves like a lance head no...

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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NigelJ
Mar 27, 2026 at 8:28 PM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back Cornus and dividing ferns to put in the new Woodland Garden.Frances Tophill is exploring the tiny...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back Cornus and dividing ferns to put in the new...
8pm tonight." With blossom popping and new green shoots emerging across the garden, Monty is busy with spring and planning ahead for summer. He’s doing a seed-sowing masterclass, cutting back...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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AnniD
Mar 27, 2026 at 7:15 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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Ladybird4
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:23 AM
Help with plant selection for gravel patch.
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might rearrange things later. You can get a surprising...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly the way to go for now, especially if you might...
Ha, love the detective work. Finding block paving under gravel under concrete is properly cursed layering. At least you know the previous owner was committed to never gardening. Pots are honestly...
Smcask, Mar 22, 2026 at 9:56 PM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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Joao
Mar 27, 2026 at 3:06 AM

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