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Love all things gardening. Restoring an art deco garden with my faithful hound Ted.

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MAR. 10th 2026
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10.03.2026 01:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Asked about sulphur- its a crucial nutrient for protein, enzyme, & vitamin synthesis. It promotes photosynthesis, enhances chlorophyll formation, & improves pest/disease resistance. Also acts as a soil acidifier, so good for camellias, azaleas etc. I'm not an expert- just what has worked for me!

09.03.2026 22:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, epsom salts are really good for correcting magnesium deficiencies. Sulphur is a crucial nutrient for protein, enzyme, and vitamin synthesis. It promotes photosynthesis, enhances chlorophyll formation, and improves pest/disease resistance. It also acts as a soil acidifier, ideal for camellias.

09.03.2026 22:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A few people have asked about my camellia regime. I water throughout the year with a last good soak Sept/ Oct. Also give an ericaceous feed once a year. If yellow leaves or blossom drop problems, I make up a sulphur mix in a watering can & completely drench the foliage & soil. 🌱 #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:52 πŸ‘ 29 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

They do like a bit of shelter but, but as they flower early in the year, we're often not prompted to water them throughout the season. My dad used to regularly water & give them a good last soak with ericaceous fertiliser end Sept. This has worked for me- lots of blooms which don't drop.

09.03.2026 21:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Ornithogallum umbellatum. Garden star of Bethlehem in full bloom. Very reliable returners which spread. 🌱 #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 30 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Eight years ago I nearly removed this camellia as it was in a sorry state (inherited when I moved in) Yellow leaves & a few blooms which dropped almost immediately. Tlc of sulphur washes & late September waterings & look at it now! #GardensHour 🌱

09.03.2026 21:18 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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This well established clematis has wound its way up through the fig tree. Inherited so unsure of variety. 🌱 #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:14 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Rhododendrons are starting to bloom 🌱 #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:09 πŸ‘ 22 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Lots of delicate cherry blossom. It has been a magnet for bees this week 🌱 #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:06 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Some pale frills signalling spring 🌱#GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:03 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As if by magic the wood anemone have appeared in the wildflower orchard #GardensHour

09.03.2026 21:00 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Afternoon all. Bright day here & my supervisor is taking his role very seriously ( give it 5 mins & he’ll be snoozing). Hope you’re having a good start to your week 😊

09.03.2026 14:11 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Oh, I think I've got ear defenders in the big shed, good shout.

08.03.2026 19:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for the tip. I've got gloves, a visor & safety trousers, with my track record, I'm playing safe. My first project is to remove some big branches which are woven around some pillars.

08.03.2026 19:33 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Wishing all a happy #InternationalWomensDay2026

08.03.2026 19:30 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I've been trying to manage with a pole chainsaw for ages, but really needed something with more control. Bought it as a birthday present to me.

08.03.2026 19:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Time for a well earned brew 🌱

08.03.2026 17:29 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Morning all. Up early & got another coat of paint on the bathroom ceiling & walls. Now I can get on with something far more interesting, a bit of gardening. Might even test out my new chainsaw. The first bloom on amaryllis Red Peacock has opened. Have a super day everyone 😊🌱

08.03.2026 11:24 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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08.03.2026 00:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

First coat of emulsion on the walls, couldn’t face doing the ceiling. Still I’ve made a start.

07.03.2026 15:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Not in the last few days. As it’s breeding time I’m really hoping he’s found a partner & concentrating on husband duties 🀞🏻

07.03.2026 15:11 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This amaryllis is tantalisingly close to being fully in bloom. I think it will be worth the wait. 🌱

07.03.2026 10:12 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Morning all. It’s a dull cloudy day here but these daffodils are bringing a pop of colour. Trying to work up some enthusiasm to start the bathroom decorating. Maybe I’ll just have another cup of tea. Have a super day everyone 😊🌱

07.03.2026 10:10 πŸ‘ 19 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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07.03.2026 00:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Evening all. Busy Friday, singing Pink Pony Club at choir & work, then planning gardening jobs for the weekend. Really hoping for dry weather, otherwise I’ll have no excuse not to start decorating the upstairs bathroom. Floor is being tiled soon so I do have to get it painted 🌱

06.03.2026 23:14 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1

Wishing you good luck 😊

05.03.2026 19:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I'm in West Yorkshire, UK. I've had better luck with cuttings taken when the weather is really cold, and there is still regular ground frosts. Even though it is a very wet time of year, with some snow possible, they seem to do better than cuttings taken later in the year.

05.03.2026 18:35 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Anytime between March and May

05.03.2026 14:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Morning all. Light drizzle of rain currently but hopefully it will clear up later. The potential tenant is back in the bird box. Hopefully it will clock all the nearby nesting materials. Have a super day whatever you’re up to 😊

05.03.2026 09:31 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0