The problems with the 'past' is the very fact of the progression of society through invention, exploitation and whatever. Born in the 30's we did...
We grow Echinaceas on sandy soil and (touch wood), we have never seen the Echinacea 'wilt' which you speak of. Am now waiting with baited breath...
It would be good to see a change in the gardening programme and get away from the traditional 'Gardeners World' style. Whether or not Monty...
Done..............
We had a good size plant in the last garden which was very liberal in seeding itself without any help from me. Only problem I found was trying to...
I wish I had the necessary skills to make similar planters, unfortunately I am useless with a saw and nails/etc. Planter looks great Chopper -...
You are a very lucky man Chopper to have such a talented wife. I was involved in the art business a long time ago and can well imagine that your...
Excellent idea Neil, please be careful with the choice of plastics materials if you want to avoid warpage and/or degradation (recycled materials...
Some years ago someone took off with two huge hanging baskets outside my front door, my next door neighbour told me that he heard a noise in the...
Hope you all have a Good New Year and that all your resolutions are succesfully achieved. Thanks for a lot of fun and help in 2010
You really must try not to please everyone Chopper...........have a good Chrissy in the shed.
Merry Christmas and a Good New Year to one and all .............
Me too..........
I'm with you Cajary - must be very potent.........
Stunning work - I guess you will be a very popular person in your club..........
Hi Penny - we have similar pictures from my siste-in-law in London, Ont. from time to time. Canada seems to be far more capable at shifting the...
The snowdrops are not due out for a while down here so I expect yours will be fine and quite warm unde the snow blanket, it's a good insulator.
I would ask him to bring our troops home from Afghanistan - it's time to stop fighting other peoples battles.
Agree with Peter, the use of sand or perlite at a minimum of 30% in multi-purpose compost should be all you need. The sand also helps to open up...
Lythrum salicaria is a very reliable perennial as well as Heleniums/Anthemis and others. These will all make large plants but not self seeding.
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