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  1. oliviasgrandad

    oliviasgrandad Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi everyone. My name is Mick and I live in Tameside Manchester. I am 58yrs old and recently retired (woo hoo).
    My garden is quite long at the rear about 120ft x 40ft and mostly laid to lawn. with the usual sheds and borders. Front garden just has a small raised border against the walls. I am not a great gardener though I do enjoy it, my planting approach is that looks like a nice plant I will try it in that gap there. I know I shouldn't, but I do. Hopefully I may pick up some tips and hints and make my garden better.
     
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      Fat Controller 'Cuddly' Scottish Admin! Staff Member

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      Welcome aboard @oliviasgrandad :sign0016:

      I must admit, I have a similar planting ethos to you - - very much in the 'oooh, that's pretty, where can I squeeze it in....'

      Look forward to seeing pics of your garden, and chatting with you in the coming years :)
       
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        Good morning @oliviasgrandad (Mick) and a warm welcome to Gardeners Corner my friend:smile:

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          Greetings

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          Welcome aboard
           
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          Welcome aboard the lovely warm G.C Bus:yay: Would appreciate some pics please.
           
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          Warm welcome oliviasgrandad. :)
           
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          Welcome to GC oliviasgrandad. :)
           
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          @oliviasgrandad welcome to the forum! Now you're retired, you'll have plenty of time to come over and shovel snow for me to get access to my garden :)

          Obviously joking.

          This is a great forum and do know tnat all questions are welcomed.... and pictures too!
           
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