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Thats due to building regs; to achieve percolation to prevent surface run-off and flooding.10.2.6 Drives, paths and landscaping - NHBC Standards 2024
Thats due to building regs; to achieve percolation to prevent surface run-off and flooding.10.2.6 Drives, paths and landscaping - NHBC Standards 2024
Thats due to building regs; to achieve percolation to prevent surface run-off and flooding.10.2.6 Drives, paths and landscaping - NHBC Standards 2024
Thats due to building regs; to achieve percolation to prevent surface run-off and flooding.10.2.6 Drives, paths and landscaping - NHBC Standards 2024
berarde, May 5, 2024 at 10:20 AM
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infradig
May 6, 2024 at 9:04 AM
Cut Ribes and Forsythia to the ground? When?
For forsythia I take out about 1/4 to 1/3 of the stems each year, choosing the oldest ones, down to the ground or as close as I can get. I did it a couple of weeks ago. I don't know about ribes -...
For forsythia I take out about 1/4 to 1/3 of the stems each year, choosing the oldest ones, down to the ground or as close as I can get. I did it a couple of weeks ago. I don't know about ribes - I don't have that.
For forsythia I take out about 1/4 to 1/3 of the stems each year, choosing the oldest ones, down to the ground or as close as I can get. I did it a couple of weeks ago. I don't know about ribes - I don't have that.
For forsythia I take out about 1/4 to 1/3 of the stems each year, choosing the oldest ones, down to the ground or as close as I can get. I did it a couple of weeks ago. I don't know about ribes -...
ManderW, May 4, 2024 at 2:39 PM
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JennyJB
May 5, 2024 at 11:43 AM
Border full of forget me nots and raspberry canes.
If you want to develop the whole area as a new bed go for it regardless. Dig out the raspberry canes and give them to friends and family who want them. It is not the ideal time to do it but...
If you want to develop the whole area as a new bed go for it regardless. Dig out the raspberry canes and give them to friends and family who want them. It is not the ideal time to do it but raspberries are tough cookies. Do not expect any fruit from them runners this year but you may have a nice...
If you want to develop the whole area as a new bed go for it regardless. Dig out the raspberry canes and give them to friends and family who want them. It is not the ideal time to do it but raspberries are tough cookies. Do not expect any fruit...
If you want to develop the whole area as a new bed go for it regardless. Dig out the raspberry canes and give them to friends and family who want them. It is not the ideal time to do it but...
Grays, May 2, 2024 at 12:04 PM
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Goldenlily26
May 5, 2024 at 8:56 AM
A dead deutzia?
Thanks Jenny, I was hoping they’d grow into each other so I’ll maybe just wait and see how the other 3 do.
Thanks Jenny, I was hoping they’d grow into each other so I’ll maybe just wait and see how the other 3 do.
Thanks Jenny, I was hoping they’d grow into each other so I’ll maybe just wait and see how the other 3 do.
Thanks Jenny, I was hoping they’d grow into each other so I’ll maybe just wait and see how the other 3 do.
o-Riverside-o, May 4, 2024 at 9:53 AM
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o-Riverside-o
May 4, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Bare root roses, what should I expect
Looking very good actually, plenty of room in that pot.
Looking very good actually, plenty of room in that pot.
Looking very good actually, plenty of room in that pot.
Looking very good actually, plenty of room in that pot.
Nickoslesteros, May 1, 2024 at 5:42 PM ... 2
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Mrs Hillard
May 4, 2024 at 12:06 PM
What will grow through ground ivy?
Euphorbias not a bad shout. I’ve got loads I could transplant or supplement with some new ones
Euphorbias not a bad shout. I’ve got loads I could transplant or supplement with some new ones
Euphorbias not a bad shout. I’ve got loads I could transplant or supplement with some new ones
Euphorbias not a bad shout. I’ve got loads I could transplant or supplement with some new ones
Anguisfragilis, May 2, 2024 at 12:55 PM
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Anguisfragilis
May 2, 2024 at 3:36 PM
Ideas for raised bed please
I'm also not sure if the hedging is going on the outside of the bed, rather than planted into it, so that would make a difference to the amount of room available.
I'm also not sure if the hedging is going on the outside of the bed, rather than planted into it, so that would make a difference to the amount of room available.
I'm also not sure if the hedging is going on the outside of the bed, rather than planted into it, so that would make a difference to the amount of room available.
I'm also not sure if the hedging is going on the outside of the bed, rather than planted into it, so that would make a difference to the amount of room available.
Pepe, Apr 29, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 30, 2024 at 9:02 AM
Gaultheria Procumbens
i'm wondering if its worth trying it again in a container with ericaceous soil outdoors
i'm wondering if its worth trying it again in a container with ericaceous soil outdoors
i'm wondering if its worth trying it again in a container with ericaceous soil outdoors
i'm wondering if its worth trying it again in a container with ericaceous soil outdoors
hi2u_uk, Mar 29, 2024 ... 2
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hi2u_uk
Apr 30, 2024 at 7:57 AM
Please help identify weed taking over lawn
Ooops dont usually check date
Ooops dont usually check date
Ooops dont usually check date
Ooops dont usually check date
RyanOtekki, Jul 6, 2020
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Purple Streaks
Apr 29, 2024
Border shrub ideas... Please :)
I had no idea what DA Gabriel Oak was! I agree though - you wouldn't have a lot of room there for another shrub once all those grow properly. 2 hydrangeas is quite a lot along with a large-ish...
I had no idea what DA Gabriel Oak was! I agree though - you wouldn't have a lot of room there for another shrub once all those grow properly. 2 hydrangeas is quite a lot along with a large-ish rose, so you'll certainly need to beef up your soil as @Plantminded says, so that they're all...
I had no idea what DA Gabriel Oak was! I agree though - you wouldn't have a lot of room there for another shrub once all those grow properly. 2 hydrangeas is quite a lot along with a large-ish rose, so you'll certainly need to beef up your soil...
I had no idea what DA Gabriel Oak was! I agree though - you wouldn't have a lot of room there for another shrub once all those grow properly. 2 hydrangeas is quite a lot along with a large-ish...
Nickoslesteros, Apr 28, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 29, 2024
Magnolia woes
Salty winds will also have a bigger impact if you're near enough for that. Acers, especially the dissectums, are very prone to wind damage, at almost any time of year, which is why a reasonably...
Salty winds will also have a bigger impact if you're near enough for that. Acers, especially the dissectums, are very prone to wind damage, at almost any time of year, which is why a reasonably sheltered site is better. Mine are all in the best sites I can give them, and are all still potted so...
Salty winds will also have a bigger impact if you're near enough for that. Acers, especially the dissectums, are very prone to wind damage, at almost any time of year, which is why a reasonably sheltered site is better. Mine are all in the best...
Salty winds will also have a bigger impact if you're near enough for that. Acers, especially the dissectums, are very prone to wind damage, at almost any time of year, which is why a reasonably...
Nickoslesteros, Apr 24, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 27, 2024
Is my Salix Integra doing ok?
fair enough, I will go look for some stakes then! Thank you!
fair enough, I will go look for some stakes then! Thank you!
fair enough, I will go look for some stakes then! Thank you!
fair enough, I will go look for some stakes then! Thank you!
aspadora, Apr 23, 2024
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aspadora
Apr 25, 2024
Heirloom apples
National Trust properties often have apple days in Autumn where you may be able to ask for advice and try different varieties.
National Trust properties often have apple days in Autumn where you may be able to ask for advice and try different varieties.
National Trust properties often have apple days in Autumn where you may be able to ask for advice and try different varieties.
National Trust properties often have apple days in Autumn where you may be able to ask for advice and try different varieties.
Nickoslesteros, Apr 20, 2024
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katecat58
Apr 23, 2024
My fatsia has started to look sad
The seeds are a bit of a pain frankly. They are produced in the thousands, scatter over a wide area, and stain clothes indelibly ... as I know to my cost. The pigeons occasionally gobble a few,...
The seeds are a bit of a pain frankly. They are produced in the thousands, scatter over a wide area, and stain clothes indelibly ... as I know to my cost. The pigeons occasionally gobble a few, but most birds don't seem to like them. Not sure why as they are juicy and available at a time of...
The seeds are a bit of a pain frankly. They are produced in the thousands, scatter over a wide area, and stain clothes indelibly ... as I know to my cost. The pigeons occasionally gobble a few, but most birds don't seem to like them. Not sure...
The seeds are a bit of a pain frankly. They are produced in the thousands, scatter over a wide area, and stain clothes indelibly ... as I know to my cost. The pigeons occasionally gobble a few,...
Nickoslesteros, Apr 14, 2024 ... 2
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ViewAhead
Apr 23, 2024
Help with Heather's
Compost is no use if they're going to be in a container long term @Jblakes , rather than planted out. You need a soil based medium - and you can buy those in GCs etc. Grit or fine gravel is far...
Compost is no use if they're going to be in a container long term @Jblakes , rather than planted out. You need a soil based medium - and you can buy those in GCs etc. Grit or fine gravel is far better for drainage - mixed through it. If you know which varieties they are, that helps, because...
Compost is no use if they're going to be in a container long term @Jblakes , rather than planted out. You need a soil based medium - and you can buy those in GCs etc. Grit or fine gravel is far better for drainage - mixed through it. If you know...
Compost is no use if they're going to be in a container long term @Jblakes , rather than planted out. You need a soil based medium - and you can buy those in GCs etc. Grit or fine gravel is far...
Jblakes, Apr 20, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 23, 2024
Flymo Easistore lawnmower and stripes
Brilliant. Thank you Wiseowl and NigelJ! I've just realised, thinking about it, I pull the mower backwards on the return journey so I think the roller might cause a problem there, flattening the...
Brilliant. Thank you Wiseowl and NigelJ! I've just realised, thinking about it, I pull the mower backwards on the return journey so I think the roller might cause a problem there, flattening the grass so it isn't cut properly! So I guess it could take longer to mow with a roller...I like the...
Brilliant. Thank you Wiseowl and NigelJ! I've just realised, thinking about it, I pull the mower backwards on the return journey so I think the roller might cause a problem there, flattening the grass so it isn't cut properly! So I guess it could...
Brilliant. Thank you Wiseowl and NigelJ! I've just realised, thinking about it, I pull the mower backwards on the return journey so I think the roller might cause a problem there, flattening the...
Carrie Carroll, Apr 20, 2024
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Carrie Carroll
Apr 20, 2024
Cosmos advice requested
With cosmos I find that after they germinate I wait until the first true leaves are growing well .I then prick out into small pots .soon as they are four inch I nip out the growing tip (just the...
With cosmos I find that after they germinate I wait until the first true leaves are growing well .I then prick out into small pots .soon as they are four inch I nip out the growing tip (just the middle bit ) I then continue to grow on in this pot and repeatedly nip out the centre grow point.the...
With cosmos I find that after they germinate I wait until the first true leaves are growing well .I then prick out into small pots .soon as they are four inch I nip out the growing tip (just the middle bit ) I then continue to grow on in this...
With cosmos I find that after they germinate I wait until the first true leaves are growing well .I then prick out into small pots .soon as they are four inch I nip out the growing tip (just the...
REMF33, Apr 17, 2024 ... 2
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Purple Streaks
Apr 20, 2024
Ideas for West-facing area in dappled shade.
Bear in mind that some Pieris are also variegated, so you get everything there. I have a fairly new, small one here, and they're certainly popular up here I wasn't sure if it was evergreen you...
Bear in mind that some Pieris are also variegated, so you get everything there. I have a fairly new, small one here, and they're certainly popular up here I wasn't sure if it was evergreen you wanted too, or if it didn't matter. Choysias could also be good.I meant to ask though - what was...
Bear in mind that some Pieris are also variegated, so you get everything there. I have a fairly new, small one here, and they're certainly popular up here I wasn't sure if it was evergreen you wanted too, or if it didn't matter. Choysias...
Bear in mind that some Pieris are also variegated, so you get everything there. I have a fairly new, small one here, and they're certainly popular up here I wasn't sure if it was evergreen you...
AuntyRach, Apr 18, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 19, 2024
Something weird has happened to my diascia
I wouldn't bin it, as it's not terminal for the plant. it looks strange but plants tend to grow out of it
I wouldn't bin it, as it's not terminal for the plant. it looks strange but plants tend to grow out of it
I wouldn't bin it, as it's not terminal for the plant. it looks strange but plants tend to grow out of it
I wouldn't bin it, as it's not terminal for the plant. it looks strange but plants tend to grow out of it
BB3, Apr 12, 2024
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flounder
Apr 12, 2024
Should I let my plug plants flower?
It'll also depend on the size of the plugs - some are tiny, so just check that what you pot them into is a suitable size. It can be a mistake to over pot if they're really small. If you have any...
It'll also depend on the size of the plugs - some are tiny, so just check that what you pot them into is a suitable size. It can be a mistake to over pot if they're really small. If you have any spent compost from last year's annuals, that can be ideal for small plants.
It'll also depend on the size of the plugs - some are tiny, so just check that what you pot them into is a suitable size. It can be a mistake to over pot if they're really small. If you have any spent compost from last year's annuals, that can be...
It'll also depend on the size of the plugs - some are tiny, so just check that what you pot them into is a suitable size. It can be a mistake to over pot if they're really small. If you have any...
BB3, Apr 5, 2024
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fairygirl
Apr 10, 2024

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