General Gardening Discussion

Madc it`s not the gym you`d need it`s a physiotherapist. Decking would be an easier option and you could tailor it to the family needs, ie, sitting area, barbecue or viewing area.Properly fenced off it could even become a play area for the children. David.

Thanks guys for the advice.all the best...daz

And a good one it is kedi.

Well I don't know what type mine were but they certainly weren't weeds! they had enormous dense dusky pink flowers, they were fab!

Great pics Kathy, looked like a fun day out, thanks for sharing.

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Summer arrived in Cornwall last week and its been even hotter this week , GLORIOUS . Where did that stupid word Autumnal come from . We don`t say Summernal or Winternal do we , it drives me nuts :rolleyes: :confused: :D

I would love a proper cold winter... Might kill off some of the pests & diseases that are on an increase due to the warmer temps..! :eek:I was listening to the World Service on the radio a little while back & there was a program about the effects of "La Nina". Little sister to "El...

Hi John I always enjoy our chats ...... it seems such a shame about that sink going to waste couldn't you ask and see if your neighbour really wants it? you never know you might get lucky and get it!Love your little rockery you have a couple of sedums there, also a nice clump of Sea thrift...

There are about six more plants similar to these. I have included another 2 photos. Most of the new growth (which isn't an awful lot) is usually at the top and nothing at all at the bottom. Also a lot of the plants start off copper in spring but turn a greenish hue. web page

I'm a great believer in the flame gun burn off all the top growth of weeds you may have to repeat the process a couple of times, it kills the weed seeds gives immense satisfaction non chemical.

Chobart,as far as the Acacia is concerned, once they are through their first winter outside they are usually fully hardy, and at 10ft tall I would say that yours has had more than 1 Winter outside. The Catalpa ( Indian Bean Tree) should also be fine. David.

Oh, walnut, I am so proud of you. But I knew if anyone could do it, you could. They are beautiful and healthy. I am so pleased with the mother plant, she's on her third blooming since purchase in the Spring. I just cut it back after flowering and off she goes again, branching and...

not a prayer next door has just tried the weed killer and now the heathers are screaming murderer

Nutscene Greentwist. Many thanks to all those who replied to my query. I am following up all these suggestions and I feel sure something useful will come out of this. Thanks again. Peter

You need to take it up and do it again John, bag the gravel,kill the weeds, level the ground, put a good heavy duty membrane down and 4" of gravel, sorry but in my oppinion ther's no easy fix.

Mackem I'ave seen that one before but for the life of me I don't know where..all I know is I had a good giggle when I first saw it. Looks like the neighbour refused to turn the other cheek! :D Helen.xxx.

Hi Gloria,You have my sympathy as I have been fighting to get rid of a bamboo in my garden - you wouldn't believe the distance their suckers extend to. I found one had gone under my path to a distance of at least 6 feet. I ended up digging out as much as I could and treating the suckers I...

Thanks for your reply Chobart I'ave been very lucky as Bob took me to get one today! Helen.xxx.

Hi Sarah love your tiger lillies what a shame they only bloom for a day, but everything is looking good!