1. 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

Title
Replies Views
Last Message
  1. wiseowl
    Sticky

    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how...
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how that goes.
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how that goes.
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how...
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    111
  2. wiseowl
    Sticky
    Like x 7

    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
    P1380043_Painterly 4.jpg IMG_4329.jpeg IMG_4323.jpeg 20260331ourgarden_01.jpg 20260331ourgarden_02.jpg 20260331ourgarden_03.jpg
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    152
  3. shiney
    Sticky
    Like x 5

    RESULT OF THE MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
    They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
    They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
    They are very pretty flowers @Scroggin . Well done. Our blackthorn has only just come out.
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    118
  4. Tidemark

    Why not?

    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    432
  5. JWK
    Sticky
    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    Its been mostly cloudy until about 3pm when the sky cleared and the sun now is really warm. 10c at midday, up to 14c now but feels a lot warmer in the sun, with light winds.
    Its been mostly cloudy until about 3pm when the sky cleared and the sun now is really warm. 10c at midday, up to 14c now but feels a lot warmer in the sun, with light winds.
    Its been mostly cloudy until about 3pm when the sky cleared and the sun now is really warm. 10c at midday, up to 14c now but feels a lot warmer in the sun, with light winds.
    Its been mostly cloudy until about 3pm when the sky cleared and the sun now is really warm. 10c at midday, up to 14c now but feels a lot warmer in the sun, with light winds.
    Replies:
    2,115
    Views:
    37,158
  6. Friendly

    Holly fern cyrtomium fortunei

    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using...
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using the same plant in different areas works well and looks stylish
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using the same plant in different areas works well and...
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using...
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    155
  7. pete

    Mushroom compost

    I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
    I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
    I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
    I've only ever used it myself as a soil improvement. You can usually only get it in bulk, not really looked to see if you can get it in bags.
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    365
  8. potted

    Hoster's

    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse glass and glide down on a mucus rope from above, like a wildlife mission impossible. I've tried...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse glass and glide down on a mucus rope from above,...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse...
    Replies:
    47
    Views:
    912
  9. simone_in_wiltshire
    Sticky
    Like x 3

    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade and H. Skywriter. They are now in a shaded area at the front of the house. I also refreshed one of the...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade and H. Skywriter. They are now in a shaded area at...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade...
    Replies:
    632
    Views:
    23,668
  10. Andy1965

    Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!

    I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
    I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
    I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What could be better!
    I started my tomatoes today in the afternoon sunshine with a nice cup of coffee, listening to Rachel Ziegler singing ‘Don’t Cry Me Argentina’, I think I sowed Mamalade, Roma and Red Cherry.What...
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    165
  11. shiney
    Locked

    What's Looking Good March 2026

    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    More tulips, the first two are from the "mystery box". The others are named varieties we knew.
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
    Replies:
    183
    Views:
    6,327
  12. Marley Farley
    Sticky

    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    Replies:
    573
    Views:
    50,307
  13. Victoria

    Red Bull ... Energy Drinks

    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I crochet a lot for charity as I like to keep my hands busy. I like vegetables .. but the thought off...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I crochet a lot for charity as I like to keep my...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I...
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    385
  14. JWK
    Sticky

    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    Replies:
    71
    Views:
    3,153
  15. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear power may well be considered "clean" but the waste problem still has to be dealt with. I gather that...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear power may well be considered "clean" but the waste...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear...
    Replies:
    6,168
    Views:
    240,265
  16. JWK
    Sticky

    Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026

    A fresh Speckled Wood today.
    A fresh Speckled Wood today.
    A fresh Speckled Wood today.
    A fresh Speckled Wood today.
    Admiral 1.jpg three Admirals.jpg Hum 5.jpg Hum 1.jpg Hummer 5.jpg Hum 1.jpg
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    654
  17. Loofah
    Sticky
    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having another lumbar puncture. She had one yesterday morning, then slept until the afternoon. We sat with her...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having another lumbar puncture. She had one yesterday morning,...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having...
    Replies:
    1,370
    Views:
    52,021
  18. AnniD
    Sticky
    Like x 3

    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of...
    I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of detail. I find his whispering voice slightly off putting.
    I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of detail. I find his whispering voice slightly off...
    I've always been disappointed with Attenborough's programmes as I know he is basically an animal person, but his life on earth series rarely went into the plant life of the planet in any kind of...
    Replies:
    35
    Views:
    3,289
  19. Logan
    Replies:
    504
    Views:
    30,792
  20. BOSullivan

    Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement

    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Indeed, but I'm referring to the curves of the bank in my garden which are tighter and over a much shorter distance
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    333
Loading...
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice