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Post by madonplants on May 18, 2007 22:24:30 GMT 1
I shall have to consult the mystic couch grass patterns on the bottom of the compost heap......then it will become clearer...I see grasses (still), native wild flowers (wishful thinking) and green roses..........with a hint of the healing/soporific powers of Fennel tea........and Monty wearing a teflon jerkin...... Green roses, how did I guess!! Keith |
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Post by The witch on May 19, 2007 10:43:17 GMT 1
Goodo, I stand corrected about our wonderful postal service - very prompt. You may be able to sow them next Wednesday then, The witch, in your new garden.......  I'm sure you'll have time! OK I will do that in the afternoon 4P, after I have dug out some borders in the morning.  |
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Post by The witch on Jun 12, 2007 22:11:41 GMT 1
Is it too late in the season to sow the Cerinthe major seeds you gave me 4P?  |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 12, 2007 22:14:59 GMT 1
Certainly not! Get them in and enjoy them - they'll grow very quickly now. Is it nice to get your hands mucky again The witch? It must have been horrible when we were all sowing like mad and you couldn't. Make up for it now!
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Post by The witch on Jun 12, 2007 22:19:06 GMT 1
Yes 4P it's great being back in the garden again  I will scatter some seeds tomorrow if the weather is OK. ;D or maybe it would be better to start them off in a seed tray?  |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 12, 2007 22:21:15 GMT 1
I should sow them in plugs - then you can plant them out as soon as they're big enough without disturbing them. They flower quite quickly I've found.
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Post by The witch on Jun 13, 2007 7:04:43 GMT 1
Ahh ........ they don't like being disturbed then - I haven't got any plugs though  |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 13, 2007 7:13:28 GMT 1
Morning The witch! It's not that, they are as tough as old boots but I think they flower quicker if they're sown in plugs - less disturbance. Have you got any of those 6 pack ones that bedding plants are sold in? Put two or three seeds in each and you'll get nice clumps. (I know you know this ! Sorry)
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Post by maggyd on Jun 13, 2007 20:19:31 GMT 1
 Hi 4Ps I lost my cerinthe that I sowed in plugs they were to wet I stood them in shallow water when I went away  BUT the seeds that I planted in he garden are throuh so all is not lost  Im very annoyed with myself but it reminds me why I dont sow seeds in the greenhouse anymore. I hope I can post pics when they come through.
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Post by The witch on Jun 14, 2007 8:41:18 GMT 1
Morning The witch! It's not that, they are as tough as old boots but I think they flower quicker if they're sown in plugs - less disturbance. Have you got any of those 6 pack ones that bedding plants are sold in? Put two or three seeds in each and you'll get nice clumps. (I know you know this ! Sorry) I planted all the seeds yesterday 4P some in a planter the others in 3" pots - 3 to a pot. ;D |
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Post by The witch on Jun 25, 2007 14:32:11 GMT 1
They have germinated already ;D I'm really looking forward to seeing them in flower   |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 25, 2007 16:36:37 GMT 1
Oh good! I'm so pleased they're doing well...they are absolutely gorgeous......
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Jun 25, 2007 22:18:59 GMT 1
The ones you gave me are still in their pots as it's been too wet to plant anything 4P...shall I pot them on ?
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 25, 2007 22:31:01 GMT 1
Are the roots out of the bottom? I shouldn't worry unless they are. You may even get more flowers if you treat 'em mean......
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Jun 26, 2007 17:05:04 GMT 1
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Post by madonplants on Jun 26, 2007 17:44:54 GMT 1
Mine are starting to flower! Keith |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jun 26, 2007 20:57:08 GMT 1
I should sit and admire them as often as possible then. Might even make you feel better....
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Post by madonplants on Jun 27, 2007 11:43:22 GMT 1
I should sit and admire them as often as possible then. Might even make you feel better.... Will do, 4P. When I am feeling better, might take some pics. One slight problem, I think I planted one a bit close to a dahlia, but we will see how it turns out! I don't really want to move it, now it is starting to show me what it is made of, do I? ;D Keith |
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Post by 4pygmies on Jul 6, 2007 13:54:00 GMT 1
Are your Cerinthe flowering well now Keith? Or did the weather do for them as well as your carrots?
Mine are surviving pretty well fortunately, flowering their little elegant socks off. Just as well as I want the seeds come Autumn!
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Post by madonplants on Jul 6, 2007 14:38:35 GMT 1
Are your Cerinthe flowering well now Keith? Or did the weather do for them as well as your carrots? Mine are surviving pretty well fortunately, flowering their little elegant socks off. Just as well as I want the seeds come Autumn! Yep, they are doing quite well. It's the first time I have seen or grown them and the flowers really are nice, aren't they? Not sure about their position in the border, but we will see. Maybe should take some photos later!! Keith |
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Post by maggyd on Jul 11, 2007 22:59:08 GMT 1
ERRrr mine have germinated in the garden they are about 5" but they will have to go some to flower this season!! what do I do if they dont? you did say they are an annual didnt you 4Ps do I dig them up and keep them in the greenhouse? |
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Post by madonplants on Jul 24, 2007 17:35:02 GMT 1
Here you are 4P. They are taking over and there is only three plants there!! Keith   |
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Post by The witch on Jul 24, 2007 22:14:16 GMT 1
Mine are only 4" tall at the moment I wasn't able to set the seeds 4P sent me as early as the rest of you. |
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 7, 2007 7:40:56 GMT 1
how are they now The witch? I love mine.....can't wait to collect seed...
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Post by The witch on Aug 7, 2007 8:22:47 GMT 1
They are doing OK CPB but they haven't flowered yet.
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