Recent Posts

Title
Replies Views
Last Message
  1. JWK
    Sticky

    Vegetable Growing 2024

    The worst for me this season are sprouts, they are pea sized presently and unlikely to yield anything worth picking.
    The worst for me this season are sprouts, they are pea sized presently and unlikely to yield anything worth picking.
    The worst for me this season are sprouts, they are pea sized presently and unlikely to yield anything worth picking.
    The worst for me this season are sprouts, they are pea sized presently and unlikely to yield anything worth picking.
    Replies:
    601
    Views:
    34,228
  2. wiseowl
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    394
  3. shiney
    Sticky
    Like x 3

    DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2024

    A humourous way to respond to occasional toy theft (knitted security camera)
    A humourous way to respond to occasional toy theft (knitted security camera)
    A humourous way to respond to occasional toy theft (knitted security camera)
    A humourous way to respond to occasional toy theft (knitted security camera)
    upload_2024-12-1_9-27-19.jpeg 120124-E.jpg 120124-2.jpg SLATE JUNCO E.jpg BB8D8763-1CD2-4A80-BF3D-B60C6320E41E.jpeg 84A26EDD-8EB8-4D8C-90C9-E74C8CF4E9C2.jpeg
    Replies:
    22
    Views:
    2,026
  4. JWK
    Sticky

    Best supplier of compost 2024

    I use Clover, it was recommended by a friend. I buy it in Norfolk, a long way from you. Peter Beales Classic Roses sell it and so does the very good small, family owned, garden centre in our local...
    I use Clover, it was recommended by a friend. I buy it in Norfolk, a long way from you. Peter Beales Classic Roses sell it and so does the very good small, family owned, garden centre in our local town. I like it, better than the peat free that I tried.
    I use Clover, it was recommended by a friend. I buy it in Norfolk, a long way from you. Peter Beales Classic Roses sell it and so does the very good small, family owned, garden centre in our local town. I like it, better than the peat free that I...
    I use Clover, it was recommended by a friend. I buy it in Norfolk, a long way from you. Peter Beales Classic Roses sell it and so does the very good small, family owned, garden centre in our local...
    Replies:
    212
    Views:
    15,534
  5. wiseowl
    Sticky

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2024

    Good morning,The weather is much calmer today and so far it’s dry if rather grey. I got up early this morning (for me, that is - it was still dark :biggrin:) and we braved the supermarket to purchase the...
    Good morning,The weather is much calmer today and so far it’s dry if rather grey. I got up early this morning (for me, that is - it was still dark :biggrin:) and we braved the supermarket to purchase the last few bits. They’d been open since 5 am, but there was no way I was going then. Good for the...
    Good morning,The weather is much calmer today and so far it’s dry if rather grey. I got up early this morning (for me, that is - it was still dark :biggrin:) and we braved the supermarket to purchase the last few bits. They’d been open since 5 am, but...
    Good morning,The weather is much calmer today and so far it’s dry if rather grey. I got up early this morning (for me, that is - it was still dark :biggrin:) and we braved the supermarket to purchase the...
    Replies:
    8,258
    Views:
    330,717
  6. LawnAndOrder

    How much will you miss outdoor gardening in the next few months?

    You are a treasure! We've just looked at those sites filled with wonders! but which to choose? Looking forward to look into all this, and act upon it ...By the way, you ask why I am doing this...
    You are a treasure! We've just looked at those sites filled with wonders! but which to choose? Looking forward to look into all this, and act upon it ...By the way, you ask why I am doing this pond work now? We live in a house where ideas, once had, have to be put to bed, or else they never go...
    You are a treasure! We've just looked at those sites filled with wonders! but which to choose? Looking forward to look into all this, and act upon it ...By the way, you ask why I am doing this pond work now? We live in a house where ideas, once...
    You are a treasure! We've just looked at those sites filled with wonders! but which to choose? Looking forward to look into all this, and act upon it ...By the way, you ask why I am doing this...
    upload_2024-11-20_1-46-3.jpeg upload_2024-11-20_1-47-57.jpeg upload_2024-11-20_1-49-2.jpeg upload_2024-11-20_1-49-31.jpeg upload_2024-11-20_1-50-1.jpeg upload_2024-11-20_1-50-27.jpeg
    Replies:
    113
    Views:
    5,888
  7. JWK
    Sticky

    What's buzzing or flying near you 2024 ?

    GWD do refills too - box of 6 for a tenner. The drawback is the postage charge, but if you're buying bird food of any kind, it's pretty easy to get to the £25 no delivery charge level. They also...
    GWD do refills too - box of 6 for a tenner. The drawback is the postage charge, but if you're buying bird food of any kind, it's pretty easy to get to the £25 no delivery charge level. They also do a 'starter' box which has the initial jar plus holder holder, and a couple of refills which is...
    GWD do refills too - box of 6 for a tenner. The drawback is the postage charge, but if you're buying bird food of any kind, it's pretty easy to get to the £25 no delivery charge level. They also do a 'starter' box which has the initial jar plus...
    GWD do refills too - box of 6 for a tenner. The drawback is the postage charge, but if you're buying bird food of any kind, it's pretty easy to get to the £25 no delivery charge level. They also...
    Replies:
    1,020
    Views:
    42,224
  8. wiseowl
    Sticky
    Like x 5

    Whats Your Weather Like December 2024

    Not a cloud in sight, light breeze now, 16c.
    Not a cloud in sight, light breeze now, 16c.
    Not a cloud in sight, light breeze now, 16c.
    Not a cloud in sight, light breeze now, 16c.
    Replies:
    590
    Views:
    8,640
  9. Nickoslesteros

    Holly tree leaf drop

    Large amounts of regular rain won't affect them, so there's something else causing the problem. It looks like it's been in poor condition for a while. Holly of any kind should look healthy and...
    Large amounts of regular rain won't affect them, so there's something else causing the problem. It looks like it's been in poor condition for a while. Holly of any kind should look healthy and well covered with foliage all year round. If it isn't down to salt - and I can't advise on that, and...
    Large amounts of regular rain won't affect them, so there's something else causing the problem. It looks like it's been in poor condition for a while. Holly of any kind should look healthy and well covered with foliage all year round. If it...
    Large amounts of regular rain won't affect them, so there's something else causing the problem. It looks like it's been in poor condition for a while. Holly of any kind should look healthy and...
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    327
  10. pete

    Non alcoholic or very low alcoholic drinks.

    I've never found an alcohol-free version of a normally-alcoholic drink that I like, I don't like sweet soft drinks (I find Shloer too sweet) and any drink with artificial sweeteners in it has (to...
    I've never found an alcohol-free version of a normally-alcoholic drink that I like, I don't like sweet soft drinks (I find Shloer too sweet) and any drink with artificial sweeteners in it has (to me anyway) a nasty after-taste. Hence fizzy water with or without juice, or bitter lemon, ginger ale...
    I've never found an alcohol-free version of a normally-alcoholic drink that I like, I don't like sweet soft drinks (I find Shloer too sweet) and any drink with artificial sweeteners in it has (to me anyway) a nasty after-taste. Hence fizzy water...
    I've never found an alcohol-free version of a normally-alcoholic drink that I like, I don't like sweet soft drinks (I find Shloer too sweet) and any drink with artificial sweeteners in it has (to...
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    361
  11. LawnAndOrder

    Farmers Hard-Done by the Budget?

    Don't forget the other tax's they don't pay, Vehicle road tax on tractors used to be £14 a year now it's £0, and rebaited diesel and some farmers have used this to do other things outside of Agri...
    Don't forget the other tax's they don't pay, Vehicle road tax on tractors used to be £14 a year now it's £0, and rebaited diesel and some farmers have used this to do other things outside of Agri work, also gross weight of tractor + trailar was 24 tons now 31 tons
    Don't forget the other tax's they don't pay, Vehicle road tax on tractors used to be £14 a year now it's £0, and rebaited diesel and some farmers have used this to do other things outside of Agri work, also gross weight of tractor + trailar was...
    Don't forget the other tax's they don't pay, Vehicle road tax on tractors used to be £14 a year now it's £0, and rebaited diesel and some farmers have used this to do other things outside of Agri...
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    205
  12. AuntyRach
    Like x 5

    Grinch Corner

    There are two ways to think about cheap food. "Wow, cheap food is great" or "Wow, they must really be squeezing farmers to the point where they can't afford to produce it" No need to worry though...
    There are two ways to think about cheap food. "Wow, cheap food is great" or "Wow, they must really be squeezing farmers to the point where they can't afford to produce it" No need to worry though we can always import it from southern Europe, Africa.....
    There are two ways to think about cheap food. "Wow, cheap food is great" or "Wow, they must really be squeezing farmers to the point where they can't afford to produce it" No need to worry though we can always import it from southern Europe,...
    There are two ways to think about cheap food. "Wow, cheap food is great" or "Wow, they must really be squeezing farmers to the point where they can't afford to produce it" No need to worry though...
    Replies:
    347
    Views:
    10,411
  13. Victoria
    Like x 5

    Poinciettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima)

    This one is a little miracle growing on The Child's windowsill. It has not only survived from last Christmas on the draughty North facing windowsill just above the radiator but has actually turned...
    This one is a little miracle growing on The Child's windowsill. It has not only survived from last Christmas on the draughty North facing windowsill just above the radiator but has actually turned quite a few nicely coloured bits without any light treatment.I labour over my plants to offer...
    This one is a little miracle growing on The Child's windowsill. It has not only survived from last Christmas on the draughty North facing windowsill just above the radiator but has actually turned quite a few nicely coloured bits without any...
    This one is a little miracle growing on The Child's windowsill. It has not only survived from last Christmas on the draughty North facing windowsill just above the radiator but has actually turned...
    Poinsettia2 8 Dec 21.jpg Poinsettia3 8 Dec 21.jpg Poinsettia 8 Dec 21.jpg Poinsettia Bloom 8 Dec 21.jpg Poinsettia Blooms 8 Dec 21.jpg Poinsettia2 2 Dec 20.jpg
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    1,089
  14. Fran

    Christmas Cards

    German Christmas cards
    German Christmas cards
    German Christmas cards
    German Christmas cards
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    681
  15. JWK
    Sticky

    Latest Moan From You and Me 2024

    Citizens Advice was formerly Citizens Advice Bureau, maybe it was shortened to avoid debate :biggrin:.
    Citizens Advice was formerly Citizens Advice Bureau, maybe it was shortened to avoid debate :biggrin:.
    Citizens Advice was formerly Citizens Advice Bureau, maybe it was shortened to avoid debate :biggrin:.
    Citizens Advice was formerly Citizens Advice Bureau, maybe it was shortened to avoid debate :biggrin:.
    Replies:
    5,862
    Views:
    225,903
  16. wiseowl
    Replies:
    2,689
    Views:
    148,277
  17. Robert Bowen

    A cautonary tale for storing apples

    @On the Levels . Our unheated porch is south west facing so temperature fluctauations are great all year but thanks for the suggestion.
    @On the Levels . Our unheated porch is south west facing so temperature fluctauations are great all year but thanks for the suggestion.
    @On the Levels . Our unheated porch is south west facing so temperature fluctauations are great all year but thanks for the suggestion.
    @On the Levels . Our unheated porch is south west facing so temperature fluctauations are great all year but thanks for the suggestion.
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    145
  18. The Bird Lady

    Orchid aerial roots

    Agree with the others. the aerial roots do look messy but that is what the plant does. If you find that some are very very brown with no growing tips then those could be cut back.
    Agree with the others. the aerial roots do look messy but that is what the plant does. If you find that some are very very brown with no growing tips then those could be cut back.
    Agree with the others. the aerial roots do look messy but that is what the plant does. If you find that some are very very brown with no growing tips then those could be cut back.
    Agree with the others. the aerial roots do look messy but that is what the plant does. If you find that some are very very brown with no growing tips then those could be cut back.
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    145
  19. Logan
    Like x 4

    Christmas songs

    The Lennon Sisters ~ Star Carol :star::star::star::star::star::star:
    The Lennon Sisters ~ Star Carol :star::star::star::star::star::star:
    The Lennon Sisters ~ Star Carol :star::star::star::star::star::star:
    The Lennon Sisters ~ Star Carol :star::star::star::star::star::star:
    Replies:
    64
    Views:
    3,710
  20. wiseowl
    Sticky

    Currently Listening To 2023/24

    Gretchen at her Spinning Wheel (Schubert/Liszt) An awesome performance
    Gretchen at her Spinning Wheel (Schubert/Liszt) An awesome performance
    Gretchen at her Spinning Wheel (Schubert/Liszt) An awesome performance
    Gretchen at her Spinning Wheel (Schubert/Liszt) An awesome performance
    Replies:
    678
    Views:
    42,634
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