Wasn't sure what Russian Vine was-so I googled it--and then discovered I have one, except here it's called Silver Lace vine. Fortunately it's covering an unsightly stump, and is in no danger of overwhelming anything [no close neighbours]. I then discovered the one on the trellis is the same, but sould be easy to keep in check-it's very accessible. The flowers are pretty. It has received no water at all for 2 months.
I didn't have time to make the cake yesterday Lottie - will try today
Kate - I do mix vermiculite or perlite in with the compost- the reason I use trays is because I am greedy and want lots moreplants I use pots for some things
I never have much luck with fuchsia cuttings at this time of year so I cut the plants back ,take all the foliage off and hang them in the greenhouse.By February they have usually made lots of lovely new growth and that is when I take my cuttings
I have to get the greenhouses in some sort of order today - our Son will be doing the watering while we are away
Our Grandaughter Lily- who has cerebral palsy which affects her walkng- went to watch the Equestrian event yesterday - she told her Daddy she would like to be in the Paralympics 2024 Bless her little cotton socks
Still trying to get back into my routine without any success. Taking 2 weeks off from the garden (because parents are down on hols) is starting to show, my new borders need weeding, I don't think i have made them deep enough because the grass from the lawn is migrating its way into them. The lawn is fine because I cut it last Saturday (OCD played a part in that), my lavender babies have grown about an inch since potting them 2 weeks ago.
I have a stag do to go to in Newquay the weekend and my rents return home on Friday so normal service should resume soon and i shall start with my long list of things to do, starting with autumn feed & weed, building a could frame, ...1001 other things.... and finishing with my outside toilet to potting shed conversion
Morning all, Just catching up on everything. Ended up with a humongous headache yesterday which turned into a bit of a migraine. Not good but all gone now . Was wondering about Monday - I was out nearly all day in the sun and even though we are in September , it was quite strong. Much better today but a bit fuzzy.
Hope you're feeling better too Dean and everyone enjoys their day.
Glyn - I'm curious about the Independent front page.
Our Grandaughter Lily- who has cerebral palsy which affects her walkng- went to watch the Equestrian event yesterday - she told her Daddy she would like to be in the Paralympics 2024 Bless her little cotton socks
Pam's fuschias are spectacular and hang in baskets, pots, from the wall, on posts, etc. they're magnificent.
Pam I'm sure Lily has the determination to succeed if she wants to be a paralympian!
Well the upshot of last night was that I came home empty handed - other people had been there the evening before and stripped the garden bare - there was another couple there when I was there and we were both disappointed. It wasn't a big garden, perhaps 30ft x 20ft with borders round the edges - which were all empty save for a few damaged plants. Oh well. Was near to Lidl so stopped off for some conciliatory chocolate.
Its looking like we might need the sun cream this weekend.
Lottie how disappointing, it did sound a little haphazard, I have always been too nervous to offer plants on freecycle, it is a lot less scary to respond to the wants. I hope that the chocolate was nice.
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Wasn't sure what Russian Vine was-so I googled it--and then discovered I have one, except here it's called Silver Lace vine. Fortunately it's covering an unsightly stump, and is in no danger of overwhelming anything [no close neighbours]. I then discovered the one on the trellis is the same, but sould be easy to keep in check-it's very accessible. The flowers are pretty. It has received no water at all for 2 months.
Good Morning Everyone
I didn't have time to make the cake yesterday Lottie - will try today
Kate - I do mix vermiculite or perlite in with the compost- the reason I use trays is because I am greedy and want lots moreplants
I use pots for some things
I never have much luck with fuchsia cuttings at this time of year so I cut the plants back ,take all the foliage off and hang them in the greenhouse.By February they have usually made lots of lovely new growth and that is when I take my cuttings
I have to get the greenhouses in some sort of order today - our Son will be doing the watering while we are away
Our Grandaughter Lily- who has cerebral palsy which affects her walkng- went to watch the Equestrian event yesterday - she told her Daddy she would like to be in the Paralympics 2024
Bless her little cotton socks 
See you later !
Pam LL x
Good morning,
Still trying to get back into my routine
without any success. Taking 2 weeks off from the garden (because parents are down on hols) is starting to show, my new borders need weeding, I don't think i have made them deep enough because the grass from the lawn is migrating its way into them. The lawn is fine because I cut it last Saturday (OCD played a part in that), my lavender babies have grown about an inch since potting them 2 weeks ago
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I have a stag do to go to in Newquay the weekend and my rents return home on Friday so normal service should resume soon and i shall start with my long list of things to do, starting with autumn feed & weed, building a could frame, ...1001 other things.... and finishing with my outside toilet to potting shed conversion
All will be updated to my poor excuse for a blog
Dan x
Morning all. Just catching a few moments quiet before the niece-tornado arrives. Sun is out, gorgeous day promised so 'the outing' is on!
Enjoy your days, folks.
Morning all, Just catching up on everything. Ended up with a humongous headache yesterday which turned into a bit of a migraine. Not good but all gone now . Was wondering about Monday - I was out nearly all day in the sun and even though we are in September , it was quite strong. Much better today but a bit fuzzy.
Hope you're feeling better too Dean and everyone enjoys their day.
Glyn - I'm curious about the Independent front page.
Awww, bless!
Jean I find the low sun often catches me when I am in the garden in September, particularly when you are bent over working.
Pam that is a lovely story about your grand daughter. Do you hang the fuchsias in baskets?
Sunny here but noisy again.
Pam's fuschias are spectacular and hang in baskets, pots, from the wall, on posts, etc. they're magnificent.
Pam I'm sure Lily has the determination to succeed if she wants to be a paralympian!
Well the upshot of last night was that I came home empty handed - other people had been there the evening before and stripped the garden bare - there was another couple there when I was there and we were both disappointed. It wasn't a big garden, perhaps 30ft x 20ft with borders round the edges - which were all empty save for a few damaged plants. Oh well. Was near to Lidl so stopped off for some conciliatory chocolate.
Its looking like we might need the sun cream this weekend.
Lottie how disappointing, it did sound a little haphazard, I have always been too nervous to offer plants on freecycle, it is a lot less scary to respond to the wants. I hope that the chocolate was nice.