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, both refusing to flower. On the other hand the donicums that should of finished flowering ages ago are still going strong and the candelabra primulas are still giving a stunning show - I put it down to the damp, cool weather we have had so I agree its

-organic pesticides or insecticides under any circumstances. I admire their doggedness and principles, and feel just a tad guilty every time I reach for my glyphosate or fungicide.  I'm sorry but there is a growing body of scientists who believe they have evidence

sawing back a huge yucca I found a piece of wood off an old table or chair, just two pieces joined together with a one foot crossbar, It makes an ideal double dibber. I am using it to plant out primulas I am dividing and think it will also do

Primroses galore and primulas and wallflowers in my garden,Kate, so I am looking forward to my snowdrops. Some of the perennials like valerian have a foot of new growth on them. They say variety is the spice of life so we should welcome the change

Welcome to the plants forum, the place to discuss dahlias, conifers, alpines, cacti, culinary herbs or … any other plant that interests you. Share growing tips, recommend a variety or post photos of a mystery flower. Daniel Haynes Editor

for great choice and service, and Plants for Shade, best specialist nursery sending out great condition plants that don't need emergency treatment, just plant and watch them grow! This is a common complaint, I am surprised that they are still in business. I

primulas on special offer. HCF - I think this winter of blowing warm and cold several times has done for a lot of pots and probably plants too.  I''ve just noticed a huge spilt in an upturned plastic dustbin being used to force rhubarb.    Come the warmer

to enjoy the fine dry weather-we wait until it is time to panic-bulbs-chrysanthus ladykiller opened yesterday nestled in its foliage the blossom almost on the ground-chrysanthus aura opened today-it has faded from the beds and grows now only in the gravel

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  Drum roll ..................... trumpet ... Evening Brumbull Been out cutting down some branches today lots of arm aching pain and checked my plastic green house seeds - some bits starting to grow. still cold and windy though in Southampton