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What are we doing in the garden 2024
I cut both my lawns again today, just three days since the last time. One good thing about all the rain we’ve had is that the lawn is thriving. It could also be due to that overdose of 4 in 1 a...
I cut both my lawns again today, just three days since the last time. One good thing about all the rain we’ve had is that the lawn is thriving. It could also be due to that overdose of 4 in 1 a few weeks ago! I also tidied up a few shrubs and trimmed a Fargesia to make it more column like as it...
I cut both my lawns again today, just three days since the last time. One good thing about all the rain we’ve had is that the lawn is thriving. It could also be due to that overdose of 4 in 1 a few weeks ago! I also tidied up a few shrubs and...
I cut both my lawns again today, just three days since the last time. One good thing about all the rain we’ve had is that the lawn is thriving. It could also be due to that overdose of 4 in 1 a...
JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 107 108 109
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Plantminded
May 17, 2024 at 6:15 PM
What are you upto this weekend?
So what tasks have you given yourself this weekend?Mine are:Weed patio at the back of the housePot on some mini sunflower seedlings. Pot on a rose. Find some pots for three bush tomato...
So what tasks have you given yourself this weekend?Mine are:Weed patio at the back of the housePot on some mini sunflower seedlings. Pot on a rose. Find some pots for three bush tomato plants Plant 3 strawberry plants in my strawberry planterAnd of course.... mow the lawn!
So what tasks have you given yourself this weekend?Mine are:Weed patio at the back of the housePot on some mini sunflower seedlings. Pot on a rose. Find some pots for three bush tomato plants Plant 3 strawberry plants in my strawberry...
So what tasks have you given yourself this weekend?Mine are:Weed patio at the back of the housePot on some mini sunflower seedlings. Pot on a rose. Find some pots for three bush tomato...
Ricky Spangle, May 17, 2024 at 6:13 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Members CLEMATIS 2024..
I can't believe how amazing this looks!
I can't believe how amazing this looks!
I can't believe how amazing this looks!
I can't believe how amazing this looks!
Mrs Hillard, Mar 22, 2024, Other Plants ... 2 3 4
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Ricky Spangle
May 17, 2024 at 6:09 PM
Growing zinnia from seed-potting out
I agree with @pete, I've not grown them in containers as they tend to be too tall, I use them for spaces in the borders. There is a very short variety that is more suitable for containers and...
I agree with @pete, I've not grown them in containers as they tend to be too tall, I use them for spaces in the borders. There is a very short variety that is more suitable for containers and front of borders, not sure if they are available in the UK. The tall ones need to be in a fairly...
I agree with @pete, I've not grown them in containers as they tend to be too tall, I use them for spaces in the borders. There is a very short variety that is more suitable for containers and front of borders, not sure if they are available in...
I agree with @pete, I've not grown them in containers as they tend to be too tall, I use them for spaces in the borders. There is a very short variety that is more suitable for containers and...
Mattyp, May 17, 2024 at 12:09 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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floralies
May 17, 2024 at 6:07 PM
What are these?
Yes - they can be a real minefield @Liam134 . It's often poor quality soil/ground that gets compacted, and then they just chuck a wee bit of soil on top and lay turf. That's one of the most common...
Yes - they can be a real minefield @Liam134 . It's often poor quality soil/ground that gets compacted, and then they just chuck a wee bit of soil on top and lay turf. That's one of the most common reasons for bare patches. Hopefully, with a bit of TLC, you can get it looking decent.
Yes - they can be a real minefield @Liam134 . It's often poor quality soil/ground that gets compacted, and then they just chuck a wee bit of soil on top and lay turf. That's one of the most common reasons for bare patches. Hopefully, with a bit...
Yes - they can be a real minefield @Liam134 . It's often poor quality soil/ground that gets compacted, and then they just chuck a wee bit of soil on top and lay turf. That's one of the most common...
Liam134, May 16, 2024 at 9:38 PM, Wildlife Corner
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fairygirl
May 17, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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What's Cooking Today??
Local strawberries on offer at Vergers de Vendée today so I bought 3 kilos to make jam. Have never made strawberry jam before. The result tastes great but why - please, anybody - has the fruit...
Local strawberries on offer at Vergers de Vendée today so I bought 3 kilos to make jam. Have never made strawberry jam before. The result tastes great but why - please, anybody - has the fruit all settled at the top of the jar?Sweet and sour pork tonight and I'm prepping an Indian potato pie...
Local strawberries on offer at Vergers de Vendée today so I bought 3 kilos to make jam. Have never made strawberry jam before. The result tastes great but why - please, anybody - has the fruit all settled at the top of the jar?Sweet and sour...
Local strawberries on offer at Vergers de Vendée today so I bought 3 kilos to make jam. Have never made strawberry jam before. The result tastes great but why - please, anybody - has the fruit...
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 68 69 70
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Obelix-Vendée
May 17, 2024 at 6:04 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2024
The first crop of radishes.Here they were a few minutes ago.I agree with the above about the slugs and snails - they have been rampant this year.The speckle marks on the cherrybelle...
The first crop of radishes.Here they were a few minutes ago.I agree with the above about the slugs and snails - they have been rampant this year.The speckle marks on the cherrybelle radishes means that they will be peeled and thoroughly cooked in a stew before eating. The leaves will...
The first crop of radishes.Here they were a few minutes ago.I agree with the above about the slugs and snails - they have been rampant this year.The speckle marks on the cherrybelle radishes means that they will be peeled and thoroughly...
The first crop of radishes.Here they were a few minutes ago.I agree with the above about the slugs and snails - they have been rampant this year.The speckle marks on the cherrybelle...

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 13 14 15
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misterQ
May 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM
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Whats your weather like May 2024
Forgot to do this today. I went out for my walk earlier because it was going to be far too hot. The o'night low was 9 degrees, and quite cloudy until late morning, but it became sunny by lunchtime...
Forgot to do this today. I went out for my walk earlier because it was going to be far too hot. The o'night low was 9 degrees, and quite cloudy until late morning, but it became sunny by lunchtime and it reached 22 this afternoon - much higher than the predicted high - think that was 18. Nice...
Forgot to do this today. I went out for my walk earlier because it was going to be far too hot. The o'night low was 9 degrees, and quite cloudy until late morning, but it became sunny by lunchtime and it reached 22 this afternoon - much higher...
Forgot to do this today. I went out for my walk earlier because it was going to be far too hot. The o'night low was 9 degrees, and quite cloudy until late morning, but it became sunny by lunchtime...
wiseowl, May 1, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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fairygirl
May 17, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Raised beds idea.
Hi,I'm new to the forum, hello from the Midlands!I have a problem, and I'm trying to think of a solution.We bought a new build 5 years ago, and the soil is heavy clay. The back garden is...
Hi,I'm new to the forum, hello from the Midlands!I have a problem, and I'm trying to think of a solution.We bought a new build 5 years ago, and the soil is heavy clay. The back garden is particularly damp and the lawn gets very squishy over the winter. About a quarter of the grass died...
Hi,I'm new to the forum, hello from the Midlands!I have a problem, and I'm trying to think of a solution.We bought a new build 5 years ago, and the soil is heavy clay. The back garden is particularly damp and the lawn gets very squishy over...
Hi,I'm new to the forum, hello from the Midlands!I have a problem, and I'm trying to think of a solution.We bought a new build 5 years ago, and the soil is heavy clay. The back garden is...
Owen Fell, May 17, 2024 at 5:55 PM, Container Gardening
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May 17, 2024 at 5:55 PM
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Whats Looking good May 2024
Thank you Your garden always looks very colourful! If only I could grow those Hibiscus too!
Thank you Your garden always looks very colourful! If only I could grow those Hibiscus too!
Thank you Your garden always looks very colourful! If only I could grow those Hibiscus too!
Thank you Your garden always looks very colourful! If only I could grow those Hibiscus too!
wiseowl, May 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Plantminded
May 17, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Clematis Pinching
The early macropetala I have is often not finished until the end of this month - it doesn't start flowering until late April/early May. Lots of those earlier types flower from April through to...
The early macropetala I have is often not finished until the end of this month - it doesn't start flowering until late April/early May. Lots of those earlier types flower from April through to late May, but I expect it also depends on location. Montanas are in full flower here just now. When I...
The early macropetala I have is often not finished until the end of this month - it doesn't start flowering until late April/early May. Lots of those earlier types flower from April through to late May, but I expect it also depends on location....
The early macropetala I have is often not finished until the end of this month - it doesn't start flowering until late April/early May. Lots of those earlier types flower from April through to...
Dropmore, Mar 29, 2024, Other Plants ... 2
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fairygirl
May 17, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Jamieson brothers
I think the first thing to do if there's woody material is - sieve it. Most seeds will be happier in a finer mix, although there are always plenty of exceptions. It can be difficult getting the...
I think the first thing to do if there's woody material is - sieve it. Most seeds will be happier in a finer mix, although there are always plenty of exceptions. It can be difficult getting the water levels right though. I often use spent compost from the pots of annuals from the previous year,...
I think the first thing to do if there's woody material is - sieve it. Most seeds will be happier in a finer mix, although there are always plenty of exceptions. It can be difficult getting the water levels right though. I often use spent compost...
I think the first thing to do if there's woody material is - sieve it. Most seeds will be happier in a finer mix, although there are always plenty of exceptions. It can be difficult getting the...
Ynnead, May 11, 2024 at 9:50 PM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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fairygirl
May 17, 2024 at 5:44 PM
How are Brits perceived abroad?
OH and I live in a smal hamlet about 20kms inland from La Tranche-sur-Mer whose population goes form 4000 in winter to 40,000 in summer. Some are Brits who have 2nd homes here or maybe justa...
OH and I live in a smal hamlet about 20kms inland from La Tranche-sur-Mer whose population goes form 4000 in winter to 40,000 in summer. Some are Brits who have 2nd homes here or maybe justa mobile home in on eof th eparks along the coast. Same goes for the Belgians and Dutch and a few...
OH and I live in a smal hamlet about 20kms inland from La Tranche-sur-Mer whose population goes form 4000 in winter to 40,000 in summer. Some are Brits who have 2nd homes here or maybe justa mobile home in on eof th eparks along the coast. ...
OH and I live in a smal hamlet about 20kms inland from La Tranche-sur-Mer whose population goes form 4000 in winter to 40,000 in summer. Some are Brits who have 2nd homes here or maybe justa...
Clueless 1 v2, May 16, 2024 at 7:42 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Obelix-Vendée
May 17, 2024 at 5:44 PM
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Close-ups of flowers
An aquilegia that just turned up at the bottom of the garden. What a little beauty.
An aquilegia that just turned up at the bottom of the garden. What a little beauty.
An aquilegia that just turned up at the bottom of the garden. What a little beauty.
An aquilegia that just turned up at the bottom of the garden. What a little beauty.

Papi Jo, Mar 21, 2024, Photography Talk ... 27 28 29
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Escarpment
May 17, 2024 at 5:38 PM
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Show us your purchases 2024
Early morning shopping trip to Lidl this morning resulted in two Bidens and a sweet little pink gypsophilia
Early morning shopping trip to Lidl this morning resulted in two Bidens and a sweet little pink gypsophilia
Early morning shopping trip to Lidl this morning resulted in two Bidens and a sweet little pink gypsophilia
Early morning shopping trip to Lidl this morning resulted in two Bidens and a sweet little pink gypsophilia

JWK, Jan 1, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 14 15 16
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Escarpment
May 17, 2024 at 5:32 PM
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Members Roses 2024
My Munstead Wood took several years before the spindly growth stiffened up. Colour wise it is my favourite rose.
My Munstead Wood took several years before the spindly growth stiffened up. Colour wise it is my favourite rose.
My Munstead Wood took several years before the spindly growth stiffened up. Colour wise it is my favourite rose.
My Munstead Wood took several years before the spindly growth stiffened up. Colour wise it is my favourite rose.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, Roses ... 8 9 10
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Punkdoc
May 17, 2024 at 5:23 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024
What a fabulous picture You have a wonderful view.
What a fabulous picture You have a wonderful view.
What a fabulous picture You have a wonderful view.
What a fabulous picture You have a wonderful view.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2024, The Muppet Show ... 222 223 224
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Ladybird4
May 17, 2024 at 5:22 PM
Anyone know what this is please
I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
I will keep my eyes on it, see what develops.
Tabather, May 11, 2024 at 9:55 AM, Identification Area
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Tabather
May 17, 2024 at 5:17 PM
Hello from Suffolk.
Thankyou to those who have welcomed me.
Thankyou to those who have welcomed me.
Thankyou to those who have welcomed me.
Thankyou to those who have welcomed me.
Tabather, May 11, 2024 at 10:09 AM, New Members Introduction
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Tabather
May 17, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Growing Morello Cherry in pots
About 1-2 tablespoons of a balanced granular fertiliser 3 times a year applied in March, May and July will suffice. Alternatively, liquid fertiliser applied at half strength once a week will also...
About 1-2 tablespoons of a balanced granular fertiliser 3 times a year applied in March, May and July will suffice. Alternatively, liquid fertiliser applied at half strength once a week will also work.The fruit will be formed perfectly ok even with minimal fertiliser but if you want the...
About 1-2 tablespoons of a balanced granular fertiliser 3 times a year applied in March, May and July will suffice. Alternatively, liquid fertiliser applied at half strength once a week will also work.The fruit will be formed perfectly ok even...
About 1-2 tablespoons of a balanced granular fertiliser 3 times a year applied in March, May and July will suffice. Alternatively, liquid fertiliser applied at half strength once a week will also...
misterQ, Apr 7, 2024, Container Gardening
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misterQ
May 17, 2024 at 5:14 PM

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