An old newby.

Discussion in 'New Members Introduction' started by Tom Allen, Apr 20, 2015.

  1. Tom Allen

    Tom Allen Apprentice Gardener

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    Hi to you all, last year I inherited a garden from the previous people who owned the house and what a mess it is. I am hoping you good natured people will be able to help me along the way as I have not been able to get my green fingers working (more to the point, I don't have any) up to now so please take pity on me. :help:
     
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    • "M"

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      :sign0016: to GC @Tom Allen

      No need to take any pity on you whatsoever, because we were all new to gardening at some point or other. They are a lovely bunch of people here and they have held my hand for almost 3 years as I've tackled the weighty topic of "Gardening" and I have no doubt they will do the same for you too :)

      Now, just to set you on the right track, they will wish to know:-
      ~ where you are located (roughly, not your address :heehee: )
      ~ what type of soil you have
      ~ which direction your garden faces
      ~ what style of garden you are aiming for
      ~ Oh, and certain nebby noses will also be asking you to post pictures :whistle: :heehee:

      Good luck in your new home and with your new garden - just remember, Rome wasn't built in a day and nor is a garden :thumbsup:
       
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      Jack McHammocklashing Sludgemariner

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      Hi Tom
      Welcome

      Can you post some pictures :-)



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        Welcome to GC Tom. Your enthusiasm will return and your green fingers will appear with a little help from the members here. :)
         
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        Hi Tom! You've landed in the right place. :sign0016: There are even people on here who might be able to give you some advice. :heehee:
         
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          Hello and welcome to the forum Tom :)
           
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          Hi Tom, welcome to Gardeners Corner:thumbsup::snork:. The Gang here range from outright beginners to the experienced, knowledgeable, and the specialists. They're all very friendly and will help in any way they can. But they will need to know a few things to help them to help you. What direction does your garden face? North?, West, East?, South?, what kind of soil is it?, stony?, sandy?, loam? Is it shady?, how big is it? Any pics you can post would be a great help as well.:coffee::snork:
           
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