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  1. On the Levels

    Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens

    Yes I do remember it being smaller than expected but some interesting plants and trees that you dont often see in the UK.Your tree is a fair age then.:blue thumb:
    Yes I do remember it being smaller than expected but some interesting plants and trees that you dont often see in the UK.Your tree is a fair age then.:blue thumb:
    Yes I do remember it being smaller than expected but some interesting plants and trees that you dont often see in the UK.Your tree is a fair age then.:blue thumb:
    Yes I do remember it being smaller than expected but some interesting plants and trees that you dont often see in the UK.Your tree is a fair age then.:blue thumb:
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  2. eddybaby

    My Jack Frost not happy! What happened?

    Ours are not as advanced as @Topbird s but they are still in full flower and plenty of strong low down leaves ready to fill out and give a good long display. We usually leave them into Sept/Oct...
    Ours are not as advanced as @Topbird s but they are still in full flower and plenty of strong low down leaves ready to fill out and give a good long display. We usually leave them into Sept/Oct though they can look a bit untidy but will try Topbirds trick of cutting them down in July to...
    Ours are not as advanced as @Topbird s but they are still in full flower and plenty of strong low down leaves ready to fill out and give a good long display. We usually leave them into Sept/Oct though they can look a bit untidy but will try...
    Ours are not as advanced as @Topbird s but they are still in full flower and plenty of strong low down leaves ready to fill out and give a good long display. We usually leave them into Sept/Oct...
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  3. JWK
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2024

    Sounds like he's opening a can or worms. I understand that if the land has been in general use for 20+ years, it becomes a right of way. Think I'd be seeking those on the Parish Council to see...
    Sounds like he's opening a can or worms. I understand that if the land has been in general use for 20+ years, it becomes a right of way. Think I'd be seeking those on the Parish Council to see what they are doing about it, then maybe crowdfund to raise money for the services of a solicitor....
    Sounds like he's opening a can or worms. I understand that if the land has been in general use for 20+ years, it becomes a right of way. Think I'd be seeking those on the Parish Council to see what they are doing about it, then maybe crowdfund to...
    Sounds like he's opening a can or worms. I understand that if the land has been in general use for 20+ years, it becomes a right of way. Think I'd be seeking those on the Parish Council to see...
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  4. eddybaby
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  5. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    Now I know I'm officially an old lady! I was having a short 5 minute rest in the defunct bus stop before I tackled a steeper bit of the path home when a younger woman walked out of the nearby...
    Now I know I'm officially an old lady! I was having a short 5 minute rest in the defunct bus stop before I tackled a steeper bit of the path home when a younger woman walked out of the nearby polling station, came across to check if I knew the bus didn't stop there any more, asked me where I...
    Now I know I'm officially an old lady! I was having a short 5 minute rest in the defunct bus stop before I tackled a steeper bit of the path home when a younger woman walked out of the nearby polling station, came across to check if I knew the...
    Now I know I'm officially an old lady! I was having a short 5 minute rest in the defunct bus stop before I tackled a steeper bit of the path home when a younger woman walked out of the nearby...
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  6. wiseowl
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    A Joke Or Two 2023/24

    According to the Met Office April has been warmer than average. Is everyone at the Met Office p*ssed? Warmer than what average? The average temperature of a polar bears b*lls?
    According to the Met Office April has been warmer than average. Is everyone at the Met Office p*ssed? Warmer than what average? The average temperature of a polar bears b*lls?
    According to the Met Office April has been warmer than average. Is everyone at the Met Office p*ssed? Warmer than what average? The average temperature of a polar bears b*lls?
    According to the Met Office April has been warmer than average. Is everyone at the Met Office p*ssed? Warmer than what average? The average temperature of a polar bears b*lls?
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  7. wiseowl
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    Whats your weather like May 2024

    Overnight thunder and lightening storms with torrential rain (although I slept through it!). Today we've had heavy drizzle nearly all day and it's very gloomy/foggy/misty. Do hope it brightens up...
    Overnight thunder and lightening storms with torrential rain (although I slept through it!). Today we've had heavy drizzle nearly all day and it's very gloomy/foggy/misty. Do hope it brightens up tomorrow.
    Overnight thunder and lightening storms with torrential rain (although I slept through it!). Today we've had heavy drizzle nearly all day and it's very gloomy/foggy/misty. Do hope it brightens up tomorrow.
    Overnight thunder and lightening storms with torrential rain (although I slept through it!). Today we've had heavy drizzle nearly all day and it's very gloomy/foggy/misty. Do hope it brightens up...
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  8. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2024

    Was just thinking the same, I've got a raised bed especially for them, how many can I squeeze in? I've thought about getting some grow bags, but where do I put them? I've got some tumbling toms...
    Was just thinking the same, I've got a raised bed especially for them, how many can I squeeze in? I've thought about getting some grow bags, but where do I put them? I've got some tumbling toms for a large hanging basket, wondering how many the basket will take? Oh the stress of it all..... I...
    Was just thinking the same, I've got a raised bed especially for them, how many can I squeeze in? I've thought about getting some grow bags, but where do I put them? I've got some tumbling toms for a large hanging basket, wondering how many the...
    Was just thinking the same, I've got a raised bed especially for them, how many can I squeeze in? I've thought about getting some grow bags, but where do I put them? I've got some tumbling toms...
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  9. RowlandsCastle

    Using old boiler flue in the garden

    @RowlandsCastle, Are the pipes stable enough to stand upright on a flat surface? I'm thinking you could use them as supports for plant pots wedged in the top with perhaps cascading annuals in....
    @RowlandsCastle, Are the pipes stable enough to stand upright on a flat surface? I'm thinking you could use them as supports for plant pots wedged in the top with perhaps cascading annuals in. Might look good either side of a door, steps or a pathway.I salvaged an old beaten copper chimney...
    @RowlandsCastle, Are the pipes stable enough to stand upright on a flat surface? I'm thinking you could use them as supports for plant pots wedged in the top with perhaps cascading annuals in. Might look good either side of a door, steps or a...
    @RowlandsCastle, Are the pipes stable enough to stand upright on a flat surface? I'm thinking you could use them as supports for plant pots wedged in the top with perhaps cascading annuals in....
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  10. Mrs Hillard
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    Members CLEMATIS 2024..

    One of my favourites opened today..'Souvenir du Capitaine Thuilleaux'.. [ladybird extra]..
    One of my favourites opened today..'Souvenir du Capitaine Thuilleaux'.. [ladybird extra]..
    One of my favourites opened today..'Souvenir du Capitaine Thuilleaux'.. [ladybird extra]..
    One of my favourites opened today..'Souvenir du Capitaine Thuilleaux'.. [ladybird extra]..
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  11. On the Levels

    Milton Lodge Gardens, Wells, Somerset

    An amazing garden with some fabulous mature trees. Woodland area and terrace gardens. Refreshments in the courtyard. Also in the 2 for 1 book. Stunning views.Milton Lodge Gardens
    An amazing garden with some fabulous mature trees. Woodland area and terrace gardens. Refreshments in the courtyard. Also in the 2 for 1 book. Stunning views.Milton Lodge Gardens
    An amazing garden with some fabulous mature trees. Woodland area and terrace gardens. Refreshments in the courtyard. Also in the 2 for 1 book. Stunning views.Milton Lodge Gardens
    An amazing garden with some fabulous mature trees. Woodland area and terrace gardens. Refreshments in the courtyard. Also in the 2 for 1 book. Stunning views.Milton Lodge Gardens
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  12. On the Levels

    Tradescant Garden and Museum

    If you are in the South Lambert area of London, it is worth having a look at the Tradescant Garden and Museum. It isn't big but a lot of history involved. Lovely cafe as well.
    If you are in the South Lambert area of London, it is worth having a look at the Tradescant Garden and Museum. It isn't big but a lot of history involved. Lovely cafe as well.
    If you are in the South Lambert area of London, it is worth having a look at the Tradescant Garden and Museum. It isn't big but a lot of history involved. Lovely cafe as well.
    If you are in the South Lambert area of London, it is worth having a look at the Tradescant Garden and Museum. It isn't big but a lot of history involved. Lovely cafe as well.
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  13. Anguisfragilis

    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
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  14. JWK
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    What are we doing in the garden 2024

    I will keep that for the time when needed. The shrub itself looks really nice and has a fantastic colour. I wouldn’t have expected to get long branches like launched fireworkNo, I didn’t take...
    I will keep that for the time when needed. The shrub itself looks really nice and has a fantastic colour. I wouldn’t have expected to get long branches like launched fireworkNo, I didn’t take magnesium. As a cyclist my leg muscles are different than non-cyclists have but it was the use of...
    I will keep that for the time when needed. The shrub itself looks really nice and has a fantastic colour. I wouldn’t have expected to get long branches like launched fireworkNo, I didn’t take magnesium. As a cyclist my leg muscles are...
    I will keep that for the time when needed. The shrub itself looks really nice and has a fantastic colour. I wouldn’t have expected to get long branches like launched fireworkNo, I didn’t take...
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  15. Papi Jo
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    Close-ups of flowers

    As usual the windy weather is playing havoc with our handkerchief tree (Davidia involucrata).
    As usual the windy weather is playing havoc with our handkerchief tree (Davidia involucrata).
    As usual the windy weather is playing havoc with our handkerchief tree (Davidia involucrata).
    As usual the windy weather is playing havoc with our handkerchief tree (Davidia involucrata).
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  16. BB3

    Supermarket lemon thyme

    Thank you @Obelix-Vendée
    Thank you @Obelix-Vendée
    Thank you @Obelix-Vendée
    Thank you @Obelix-Vendée
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  17. wiseowl
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    Members Roses 2024

    Dublin Bay this afternoon , Jenny namaste
    Dublin Bay this afternoon , Jenny namaste
    Dublin Bay this afternoon , Jenny namaste
    Dublin Bay this afternoon , Jenny namaste
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  18. BenCotto
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    Slug and Snail Grand National - place your bets

    I expect slug numbers are strongly influence by the weather in any particular week. I think we have all witnessed a scourge of slugs and snails, appearing almost from nowhere, on a wet but mild...
    I expect slug numbers are strongly influence by the weather in any particular week. I think we have all witnessed a scourge of slugs and snails, appearing almost from nowhere, on a wet but mild summer’s evening after a dry spell.
    I expect slug numbers are strongly influence by the weather in any particular week. I think we have all witnessed a scourge of slugs and snails, appearing almost from nowhere, on a wet but mild summer’s evening after a dry spell.
    I expect slug numbers are strongly influence by the weather in any particular week. I think we have all witnessed a scourge of slugs and snails, appearing almost from nowhere, on a wet but mild...
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  19. Palustris

    May garden

    Took thee this morning. One or three Auriculas in there.
    Took thee this morning. One or three Auriculas in there.
    Took thee this morning. One or three Auriculas in there.
    Took thee this morning. One or three Auriculas in there.
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  20. wiseowl
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    The Camera In My Pocket 2023/24

    That tree was probably standing there when the Normans invaded.
    That tree was probably standing there when the Normans invaded.
    That tree was probably standing there when the Normans invaded.
    That tree was probably standing there when the Normans invaded.
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