@Simone_in_Wiltshire It does look like there are lots more options. I have taken a browse. I am so pleased that a sad situation has turned into a positive with an alternative forum out there.
I have worked as a Gardener for 24 years. My latest garden is a new build garden on heavy clay.
For godsake - sod spelling. It doesn't matter a damn, Suze. You have so much to share. Don't let any pedantic arse put you off. You are a great blogger and, as have many have said here, you have inspired so many people. They have said that this is one of the best threads on the whole forum and you must take that to heart. Post it on your fridge! Shout it from the shed roof! Onwards and upwards please! Go, go go!
We will definitely help you @GardenerSuze to find your way in GC.
PS: Reading Fire's reply, you obviously take it seriously about your grammar/spelling.
I'm the best example who is stubborn enough to say I'm not ashamed and continue learning, When I had my first real post in GC, I introduced my garden and let them know why and that my grammar/spelling will never get better.
@Fire I recall shouting 'hooray' when you returned to the forum. I have always enjoyed reading your thoughts and love your salvia filled front garden . Thankyou for the vote of confidence.
@Simone_in_Wiltshire Iv'e just taken a look at the new member comments on GC, will get there I am sure. You are the best example of someone who will succeed.[think Iv'e spelt the last word correctly].
My Best Wishes to you both Suze
I have worked as a Gardener for 24 years. My latest garden is a new build garden on heavy clay.
@GardenerSuze I've never noticed any flagrant spelling mistakes in your posts and also know that my own suffer from untrained fingers that hit the keys in the wrong order. It's the content that counts.
Part of the welcome info for new members on GC includes a note saying there are no spelling police.
Go and sign up, wait for the confirmation email and then carry on posting and keeping up with your pals from here as well as new ones you've yet to meet.
Vendée - 20kms from Atlantic coast.
"The price good men (and women) pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men (and women)."
@Obelixx' No spelling police' that sounds great. I am hoping to join. I have always read your posts, always very informative. Your extensive garden knowledge is shared and enjoyed by so many gardeners. Suddenly realised yesterday that I need the continued help of other gardeners especially with my new garden. To be able to post a query and often get an immediate response is an asset to any gardener. There are answers in books which I will always enjoy but nothing beats being in contact with those who are facing the 'here and now of gardening'.
I have worked as a Gardener for 24 years. My latest garden is a new build garden on heavy clay.
I hope to see you there @GardenerSuze. They are very friendly. I've been following the progress of your garden, not given advice though about planting as we have a very different style. I'm more blousy, romantic, cottagey, roses etc. but I love looking at people's gardens. We have something in common - a clay pan - and we've been doing the same thing!
Dordogne and Norfolk. Clay in Dordogne, sandy in Norfolk.
It would be lovely if you started this same thread (or a blog) on GC. Preferably with at least some some of what is here as background information. I'll keep my fingers crossed!
'If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.'
@Busy-Lizzie I have never been a fan of roses other than Rosa Glauca which I love .I worked for a couple of expert gardeners who only purchased and planted like a tapestry. Previously I had always bought plants because I loved them and nothing wrong with that. However the lady who was an expert plantsman would spend hours wandering around holding a tiny flower or leaf checking it against others plants and their leaf/ flower colour. Always considering leaf texture, best growing conditions and seasonal attributes. It was fascinating to watch
I also have a friend that I have known for years very artistic. She has the amazing skill to' paint' a border with plants. Never concerned what the plant is but it is more of a question of what it adds. It could be very common or rare but if it creates a rhythm or a certain colour tone she plants it. I guess I have taken on some of this over the years it's a fun way to garden if you are not drawn to temptation. It is also very skillful and I only ever feel I know the basics. I do get light bulb moments and continue to make progress it is this continued challenge that holds my interest. Perhaps it is a skill that some gardeners are lucky to be born with and not easy to teach.
Clay pan soils are hard work but I am now beginning to see the positives from the hard work over the winter.
I have worked as a Gardener for 24 years. My latest garden is a new build garden on heavy clay.
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I ♥ my garden.
PS: Reading Fire's reply, you obviously take it seriously about your grammar/spelling.
I'm the best example who is stubborn enough to say I'm not ashamed and continue learning, When I had my first real post in GC, I introduced my garden and let them know why and that my grammar/spelling will never get better.
I ♥ my garden.
@Simone_in_Wiltshire Iv'e just taken a look at the new member comments on GC, will get there I am sure. You are the best example of someone who will succeed.[think Iv'e spelt the last word correctly].
My Best Wishes to you both Suze
Part of the welcome info for new members on GC includes a note saying there are no spelling police.
Go and sign up, wait for the confirmation email and then carry on posting and keeping up with your pals from here as well as new ones you've yet to meet.
Suddenly realised yesterday that I need the continued help of other gardeners especially with my new garden. To be able to post a query and often get an immediate response is an asset to any gardener. There are answers in books which I will always enjoy but nothing beats being in contact with those who are facing the 'here and now of gardening'.
Previously I had always bought plants because I loved them and nothing wrong with that. However the lady who was an expert plantsman would spend hours wandering around holding a tiny flower or leaf checking it against others plants and their leaf/ flower colour. Always considering leaf texture, best growing conditions and seasonal attributes. It was fascinating to watch
I also have a friend that I have known for years very artistic. She has the amazing skill to' paint' a border with plants. Never concerned what the plant is but it is more of a question of what it adds. It could be very common or rare but if it creates a rhythm or a certain colour tone she plants it.
I guess I have taken on some of this over the years it's a fun way to garden if you are not drawn to temptation. It is also very skillful and I only ever feel I know the basics. I do get light bulb moments and continue to make progress it is this continued challenge that holds my interest.
Perhaps it is a skill that some gardeners are lucky to be born with and not easy to teach.
Clay pan soils are hard work but I am now beginning to see the positives from the hard work over the winter.