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Dahlias 2010 Season, Part 2

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Dahlias 2010 Season, Part 2 Jan 20, 2011 3:46:00 GMT

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Post by Tel on Jan 20, 2011 3:46:00 GMT

I have left dahlias in their pots in the greenhouse over the years, but last winter, i lost a few of them because of the unusual temps last winter, the greenhouse was unheated though, thankfully they were nothing special.

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RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 27/10/2010 : 18:06:27
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In my view, one of the aspects of dahlias that make them such a great plant is the versatility. If you want a great border display with masses of flowers then using tubers is a great thing to do. On the other hand, if you want to exhibit and win prizes then plants are the only way, together with plenty of attention!
Of course, there are then many other uses in between; I always grow from plants every year for the better quality bloom, stronger stem etc etc they then make very good cut flower. That's not to say that blooms from tubers don't make good cut flower, it's just that from a plant the are better.
One can plant in a border and let them get on with it, apart from stopping, and a great display of colour will result. However, a little TLC will be rewarded with bigger and better blooms.

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6890 Posts Posted - 27/10/2010 : 19:09:25
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Hi Richard, many times i thought about contributing something on this Forums Dahlia Topic.
I just cannot bring myself to post anything, i just cannot stand ****** dahlias.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 27/10/2010 : 20:47:19
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Richard....take no heed of our Tel....he is in mischevious mood this evening.......lol.......a silver medalist at Harrogate is not likely to dislike this fantastic flower...Tel...behave

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48 Posts Posted - 27/10/2010 : 22:41:36
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Originally posted by tel7772

Hi Richard, many times i thought about contributing something on this Forums Dahlia Topic.
I just cannot bring myself to post anything, i just cannot stand ****** dahlias.

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I'm sure you make a lot more sense than my ramblings Terry ...

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4074 Posts Posted - 28/10/2010 : 07:08:05
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I took my first two cuttings last year and was very surprised at the results. I was expecting the plants grown from tubers to be bigger and stronger because they had a huge food reserve, sometimes nature is just not logical.

Back to some serious business; next year I am going to need four flowers for my show. How many plants will I need to grow? When I said I had a six foot by six foot bed it sounded like that might not be large enough. How much space will I need?

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 28/10/2010 : 18:57:40
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I took my first two cuttings last year and was very surprised at the results. I was expecting the plants grown from tubers to be bigger and stronger because they had a huge food reserve, sometimes nature is just not logical.

Back to some serious business; next year I am going to need four flowers for my show. How many plants will I need to grow? When I said I had a six foot by six foot bed it sounded like that might not be large enough. How much space will I need?

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You need a minimum of 2ft spacing between plants, you will be looking at blooms no bigger than the small classification, for a one off show for 4 blooms i would plant 16 plants in that bed.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 29/10/2010 : 19:24:05
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Is the “small classification” a flower or type of flower? You have to remember I knew nothing about dahlias until I joined this forum, every thing I know is what you’ve taught me. What do the flowers look like that I will be growing next year? I am going to do my very best to win for you even if the flowers are pink

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 29/10/2010 : 19:52:35
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

Is the “small classification” a flower or type of flower? You have to remember I knew nothing about dahlias until I joined this forum, every thing I know is what you’ve taught me. What do the flowers look like that I will be growing next year? I am going to do my very best to win for you even if the flowers are pink

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The small classification is a bloom more than 4in across and no more than 6in across.
You like the cactus types so we will be going for something like this at the front of the pic.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 29/10/2010 : 22:16:25
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I do like those, the shape and the colour, I thought I might have to try some of the round ball shaped ones. I’d have still given it my best but growing a flower I like will be the icing on the cake.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 30/10/2010 : 08:06:16
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I took on board, what you said about the round ones WF.
So my plan was to get you that first prize for the cactus types, it also makes it that little bit easier, that we do not have to grow them to the NDS rules, for size. The hardest part is having them ready on the day of the show.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 31/10/2010 : 05:41:44
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I made a start on lifting some of the dahlias yesterday.
My intension were to leave them until next week before lifting, had to bring it forward, because a little bird told me our Steve, has a few days off next week, so it may snow.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

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25134 Posts Posted - 31/10/2010 : 09:41:14
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pennyron
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11738 Posts Posted - 31/10/2010 : 10:51:19
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My neighbor across the lane has grown Dahlias ever since I've been here 30 yrs now. He overwinters them up in the cow shed roof. They probably feel at home there as he's not mean with the muck, no shortage there. I remember an old man who lived next to my Mum n' Dad grew both Dahlias and Chrythants. I had to barrow loads of muck every year. He had a very long drive and a very narrow gate. Two shillings I got for an aching back and scuffed knuckles.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 31/10/2010 : 17:22:43
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Lifted the dahlias, from two beds today.

This is a dahlia called Megan Dean Miniature Ball,
This was grown from a ground tuber.

I have never seen stems this thick for a miniature bloom.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

grindle
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15010 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 06:20:55
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almost tree like Tel, you feeding it eggs& bacon ?

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 07:42:02
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and black pudding, I bet

I cut down one bed yesterday and lifted the tubers I want to keep. Its amazing how big some of them are

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The answer lies in Northumberland soil.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 08:01:01
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Originally posted by pennyron

My neighbor across the lane has grown Dahlias ever since I've been here 30 yrs now. He overwinters them up in the cow shed roof. They probably feel at home there as he's not mean with the muck, no shortage there. I remember an old man who lived next to my Mum n' Dad grew both Dahlias and Chrythants. I had to barrow loads of muck every year. He had a very long drive and a very narrow gate. Two shillings I got for an aching back and scuffed knuckles.

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I wonder if the heat rising from the cows and manure is keeping them frost free.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 14:21:51
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Made a start on lifting mine on Saturday too, best get down there and do some more!

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Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 17:34:07
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Richard, this forum keeps us on our toes.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 18:04:49
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Finished lifting mine this morning, they are still in groups all over the dahlia beds yet though.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 19:27:50
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You're a bit ahead of then Terry. Still got about 200 to lift yet although those I have lifted are standing neatly in the poly-tunnel right now. Just hoping the weather holds for a while as the sunny days heat it very nicely and just the job for drying out.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 19:49:45
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Richard how many do you grow, and what do you do with them all? have you a business, or showing, or a very big garden.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

derekbrooks
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2530 Posts Posted - 01/11/2010 : 22:31:30
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Not started to lift mine yet.Not had time to do any gardening yesterday or today.

pennyron
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11738 Posts Posted - 02/11/2010 : 06:17:25
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Originally posted by tel7772

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Originally posted by pennyron

My neighbor across the lane has grown Dahlias ever since I've been here 30 yrs now. He overwinters them up in the cow shed roof. They probably feel at home there as he's not mean with the muck, no shortage there. I remember an old man who lived next to my Mum n' Dad grew both Dahlias and Chrythants. I had to barrow loads of muck every year. He had a very long drive and a very narrow gate. Two shillings I got for an aching back and scuffed knuckles.

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I wonder if the heat rising from the cows and manure is keeping them frost free.

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Yes, that's why they put them there, I believe some farms are using the heat (there's a lot) to warm their homes.

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Dahlias 2010 Season, Part 2 Jan 20, 2011 3:47:15 GMT

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Richard how many do you grow, and what do you do with them all? have you a business, or showing, or a very big garden.

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Hi Terry. I grew up with dahlias and just love growing them. It's a hobby but I guess you would say semi-professional. I sold surplus plants for a few years which became a bit more serious as people were ordering for the next year so for the last few years I purposefully grow to sell as well now. I grow the blooms to 'exhibition quality' and have a cut flower trade during the season.

I have the use of a big chunk of land not a big garden! I expect to plant out close on 1,000 next year and might try some chryants as well, see how the time goes.

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19838 Posts Posted - 02/11/2010 : 08:18:54
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My word...room for 1,000......that will be a sight to behold

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48 Posts Posted - 02/11/2010 : 08:39:35
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My word...room for 1,000......that will be a sight to behold

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Oh, I do hope so

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48 Posts Posted - 02/11/2010 : 18:08:53
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Originally posted by RichardR

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Originally posted by tel7772

Richard how many do you grow, and what do you do with them all? have you a business, or showing, or a very big garden.

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I have the use of a big chunk of land not a big garden! I expect to plant out close on 1,000 next year and might try some
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chryants as well, see how the time goes.

Oops ... I meant chrysants .. note to self, must check spelling

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6890 Posts Posted - 02/11/2010 : 19:31:35
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Even if i had the room, i do not think i could manage 1000 dahlias,
At a push maybe 999.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

sweetpea
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8797 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 16:41:41
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Originally posted by tel7772

Even if i had the room, i do not think i could manage 1000 dahlias,
At a push maybe 999.

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That will upset the earwigs Tel

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Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 17:38:51
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Tel you are not running a business. Perhaps you should, instead of giving away a load at the gate. I just hope the people who take your fabulous tubers remember and bring you something in return.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 19:24:43
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Tel you are not running a business. Perhaps you should, instead of giving away a load at the gate. I just hope the people who take your fabulous tubers remember and bring you something in return.

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It is some something i have always done, since i started growing for showing, i just keep what i call my multi purpose pot tubers and few ground tubers, like the pom Moorplace.
If i did not give them away, i would only put them in the compost bins.

About 15 years ago, i did think about selling rooted cuttings via mail order, my eldest daughter, even designed me a leaflet and order form.
But i was working full time, and i would not have the time to sell and show at the same time, so i stuck to growing for showing.

A local florist once offered to buy every bloom i could produce off me, i said no i need them for the shows.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 19:46:32
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All dahlia growers have teir own method of storing their pot tubers.
This is my method, stick em in a frost free greenhouse.

I will clean them up in the New Year.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 21:41:29
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Wot a lot you got Tel....

Thats what I've done with mine....but must admit I've packed them a bit neater than you have....lol

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13929 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 22:04:51
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Last year I wrapped mine in newspaper and brought them into the cold conservatory. I think I will feel better if I do the same this year. They are in the greenhouse upside down to dry out a bit first.

longs
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436 Posts Posted - 03/11/2010 : 22:47:44
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Originally posted by Loublou

but must admit I've packed them a bit neater than you have....lol

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I hope so - Tels gone bananas

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 07:25:25
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Originally posted by longs

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Originally posted by Loublou

but must admit I've packed them a bit neater than you have....lol

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I hope so - Tels gone bananas

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Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 07:39:16
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Originally posted by longs

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Originally posted by Loublou

but must admit I've packed them a bit neater than you have....lol

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I hope so - Tels gone bananas

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Well no. They are all upside down, labelled and drying out nicely. He is saving double handling and the condition can be easily checked over the winter.

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11991 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 09:10:50
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You must eat an awful lot of Banana's Tel

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Back to Aberdeenshire Rosie

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 09:18:52
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You must eat an awful lot of Banana's Tel

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How did you know that.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

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11991 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 11:44:32
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I'm part monkey and can spot these things

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Back to Aberdeenshire Rosie

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1304 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 17:54:42
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Some of mine are still flowering, but the ones at the other side of the garden were frost-blackened, so I've got them in a big tray - drying off. I couldn't work out why the ones facing west caught the frost, and the east-facing ones didn't!

I'd like a really snazzy bright one for next year - any suggestions please? It has to be tall - over 3'.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 04/11/2010 : 19:15:12
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Some of mine are still flowering, but the ones at the other side of the garden were frost-blackened, so I've got them in a big tray - drying off. I couldn't work out why the ones facing west caught the frost, and the east-facing ones didn't!

I'd like a really snazzy bright one for next year - any suggestions please? It has to be tall - over 3'.

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I do not grow snazzy ones, but i saw plenty, in those pkts in the garden centres, at the beginng of the year.
Quite a lot of them grow 3 to 4ft

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 16:05:11
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I was looking at a new dahlia list this morning, for 2011, now having to sit on my hands, to stop me ordering a couple of varieties.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 16:47:43
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Tel you have been told. Don't have so many varieties, but have more of a few. Well what you call a few. Was it Longs who gave that advice?

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 19:21:58
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Oh please Cherry, just this one Small Decorative.

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Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 21:08:02
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Well actually Tel, the colour looks washed out to me.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 21:12:11
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Go for it our Tel....a lovely delicate colouring...can you let me know who the supplier is?. I'm keen to expand my list of nurseries

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longs
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436 Posts Posted - 05/11/2010 : 21:47:11
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Oh please Cherry, just this one Small Decorative.

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Nice form but I see problems with colour matching a 5 vase.

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Dahlias 2010 Season, Part 2 Jan 20, 2011 3:48:30 GMT

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Go for it our Tel....a lovely delicate colouring...can you let me know who the supplier is?. I'm keen to expand my list of nurseries

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That'll be Rycrofts ...

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6890 Posts Posted - 06/11/2010 : 07:47:35
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Richard beat me to it.
any dahlia starting with Rycroft is bred by them.

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Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 06/11/2010 : 14:47:48
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I’ve just checked my dahlias and the tubers are dry but the stems are beginning to go mouldy, what should I do?

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Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 06/11/2010 : 15:20:17
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. . . and some of them have the beginings of shoots.

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19838 Posts Posted - 06/11/2010 : 16:09:50
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Originally posted by RichardR

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Originally posted by Loublou

Go for it our Tel....a lovely delicate colouring...can you let me know who the supplier is?. I'm keen to expand my list of nurseries

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That'll be Rycrofts ...

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Of course!!....I should have guessed

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6890 Posts Posted - 07/11/2010 : 08:15:28
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I’ve just checked my dahlias and the tubers are dry but the stems are beginning to go mouldy, what should I do?

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That happens with mine every year, just the stems and not the tuber itself.
You could put a cup of bleach into 3 gallons of water and place your tuber in there for about 20 mins, then dry them off, just like you did when you dug them up.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 07/11/2010 : 08:17:21
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. . . and some of them have the beginings of shoots.

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That can happen in mild temparatures just leave them.
They will produce more next year.

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RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 07/11/2010 : 18:19:10
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. . . and some of them have the beginings of shoots.

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A couple of my varieties are too; black as a coal cellar on top, dug them up and the little scallywags are shooting away, after the 2 nights of -5C we've had pretty warm weather which I guess fooled them!

They'll stop and come on when needed too, in my experience.

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4074 Posts Posted - 07/11/2010 : 21:26:43
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I’ve just checked my dahlias and the tubers are dry but the stems are beginning to go mouldy, what should I do?

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That happens with mine every year, just the stems and not the tuber itself.
You could put a cup of bleach into 3 gallons of water and place your tuber in there for about 20 mins, then dry them off, just like you did when you dug them up.

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Thanks Tel. I didn’t dunk them today as I wanted to make the most of a dry day. I did turn them so the stem was upward and moved them to an airier place, they are looking a lot better.

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6890 Posts Posted - 08/11/2010 : 20:54:02
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Another 9 weeks and my dahlia season starts again, can't wait.

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peony
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678 Posts Posted - 08/11/2010 : 20:59:09
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Tel, my dahlias haven't been frosted yet, they have stopped flowering, but the leaves are still green. Should I dig them up now or wait until they have been frosted? I left them in the ground last year and only 3 out of 5 survived, so I want to lift them this year.

derekbrooks
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2530 Posts Posted - 08/11/2010 : 22:09:45
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I would lift them now if I were you.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 08/11/2010 : 22:10:27
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I would lift them the next time you have a decent day, the growth will be coming to a end now with the short days.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 13:23:38
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Oh please Cherry, just this one Small Decorative.

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Changed my mind about buying any, i have enough top show decoratives.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 14:19:32
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That is very strong minded of you Tel

I may have to buy more as, if this rain continues, my dahlias will be floating to the bottom of the allotment

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48 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 16:10:28
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I shouldn't look at this week's Garden News then Terry, it's the Dahlia Special!

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6890 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 16:30:52
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I shouldn't look at this week's Garden News then Terry, it's the Dahlia Special!

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Ok Richard, I will skip the Dahlia Special,

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 17:20:22
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I shouldn't look at this week's Garden News then Terry, it's the Dahlia Special!

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Ok Richard, I will skip the Dahlia Special,

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Ha Ha Ha

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peony
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678 Posts Posted - 09/11/2010 : 18:52:10
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Derek and Tel, thank you for your advice. I will follow it as soon as it stops raining!

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 13/11/2010 : 17:57:22
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All the dahlia tubers that i left outside our allotment gate, for anybody that wanted some, to help themselves, have now all gone.
i wonder how many of them will have turned to mush, before the winter is out.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 13/11/2010 : 18:06:05
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Right at the back of this pic on the right hand side, you can just make out a couple of deeper pink dahlias, now this group is a miniature ball called Megan Dean. Those pink ones should be the same colour as the rest on the pic. I have labeled that particular tuber, to recheck what colour it flowers next year, i have my fingers crossed, it will be pink again. Then i will know that it has sported.

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 13/11/2010 : 21:13:34
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That would be good

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6890 Posts Posted - 16/11/2010 : 20:35:47
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I have placed the Megan Dean tuber into the heated propagator,
i am going to rig up my grolux tube and keep any cuttings from the tuber, going through out the winter.
the grolux tube has a blue and red spectrum, the same as the ones used in tropical fish tanks for live plants, not used it for about 3 years now, hope the equipment still works.

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Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 16/11/2010 : 21:33:37
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This sounds exciting....hope Megan has some "babies" soon......As a matter of interest.....why do this now....why not wait until you normally start tubers off?

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 16/11/2010 : 21:49:19
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This sounds exciting....hope Megan has some "babies" soon......As a matter of interest.....why do this now....why not wait until you normally start tubers off?

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Just a guarantee in the event it did not survive the winter, for some reason that's all.

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OK...thanks for that Tel

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19838 Posts Posted - 19/11/2010 : 20:59:04
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Tel....I spent 3 hours watching the dvd you sent me WOW!!!!It was fascinating...I learned quite a bit from the first viewing....there will be many more hours spent browsing. It was very interesting to see the different ways the experts took their cuttings etc.,

Just one question....Does Ruskin Diane have the same petal count as Winholme Diane?..

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6890 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 09:34:04
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Originally posted by Loublou

Tel....I spent 3 hours watching the dvd you sent me WOW!!!!It was fascinating...I learned quite a bit from the first viewing....there will be many more hours spent browsing. It was very interesting to see the different ways the experts took their cuttings etc.,

Just one question....Does Ruskin Diane have the same petal count as Winholme Diane?..

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Not sure about the petal count, but i find Winholme Diane is a more refined bloom, than Ruskin Diane, a lot of sports have a more refined bloom than the parent.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 09:53:26
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Lou, what did did you think of the set up of David Boyds i thought he had a fantastic place, he was my dahlia hero back then.
i lost count of the number of times he won the Small Decs Championships at the National and Harrogate, i would love to have my name added along side his, to the trophy he won at Harrogate.
He was not judging at Harrogate this year, i was told he is seriously ill.

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steve
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25134 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 10:12:19
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Article from him here Tel

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9293/Covers.html

Crops up here a few times too

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9798/Dahlias.html

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Steve
In Ilkeston

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 10:36:14
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Originally posted by tel7772

Lou, what did did you think of the set up of David Boyds i thought he had a fantastic place, he was my dahlia hero back then.
i lost count of the number of times he won the Small Decs Championships at the National and Harrogate, i would love to have my name added along side his, to the trophy he won at Harrogate.
He was not judging at Harrogate this year, i was told he is seriously ill.

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He was my favorite!!...and not because he's a Newcastle lad. He was much better at explaining what he was doing. Its a shame that he's ill.
You have plenty of time to add your name to his trophy!!!....and the skills and now the new lottie......

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 12:27:07
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Originally posted by steve

Article from him here Tel

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9293/Covers.html

Crops up here a few times too

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9798/Dahlias.html

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Thanks for that Steve, i had not seen those before mate.

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steve
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25134 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 15:00:51
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You learn something every day

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 17:23:32
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Originally posted by Loublou

Tel....I spent 3 hours watching the dvd you sent me WOW!!!!It was fascinating...I learned quite a bit from the first viewing....there will be many more hours spent browsing. It was very interesting to see the different ways the experts took their cuttings etc.,

Just one question....Does Ruskin Diane have the same petal count as Winholme Diane?..

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Tell you what Lou, next season you count the petals on both varieties and let me know, what variety has the most.

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Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 20:44:46
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.......

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 20:46:18
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Originally posted by steve

Article from him here Tel

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9293/Covers.html

Crops up here a few times too

www.dahlias.co.uk/Impact/9798/Dahlias.html

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The article will be very useful for Brian, for when he builds my covers next year....Thanks Steve...

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sweetpea
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8797 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 20:57:13
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Tell you what Lou, next season you count the petals on both varieties and let me know, what variety has the most.

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But Tel, she only has ten fingers (including thumbs) so how is she going to do that.
(anyone got an abacus?)

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 21/11/2010 : 21:12:49
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I have a notebook SP....and a pencil.....

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 22/11/2010 : 19:33:24
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Originally posted by tel7772
Tell you what Lou, next season you count the petals on both varieties and let me know, what variety has the most.

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But Tel, she only has ten fingers (including thumbs) so how is she going to do that.
(anyone got an abacus?)

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Lou will delegate the counting to Brian.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 22/11/2010 : 20:10:47
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Originally posted by Loublou

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Originally posted by tel7772

Lou, what did did you think of the set up of David Boyds i thought he had a fantastic place, he was my dahlia hero back then.
i lost count of the number of times he won the Small Decs Championships at the National and Harrogate, i would love to have my name added along side his, to the trophy he won at Harrogate.
He was not judging at Harrogate this year, i was told he is seriously ill.

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He was my favorite!!...and not because he's a Newcastle lad. He was much better at explaining what he was doing. Its a shame that he's ill.
You have plenty of time to add your name to his trophy!!!....and the skills and now the new lottie......

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In David Boyds contribution to the Video, that was the first time i have seen Kiwi Gloria not pass through the judging ring, i have never managed yet to grow one that large, but by god that guy can grow fantastic dahlias, i am just so pleased i managed to see his exhibits in the 90s

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 22/11/2010 : 21:19:19
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In the article David Boyd wrote about making covers....I think he said that the petals of Gloria seemed to grow "more refined" under cover. I remember that bit when he tried to pass one through the ring.
I also remember the chap (can't remember which one)...filling the canes with strong insecticide and all the earwigs came spilling out. It was horrific and thrilling all at the same time
I shall be watching it all again soon....I missed some of the last bit. I didn't realise it was so long....and I had to make the dinner

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 23/11/2010 : 07:02:38
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Originally posted by Loublou

In the article David Boyd wrote about making covers....I think he said that the petals of Gloria seemed to grow "more refined" under cover. I remember that bit when he tried to pass one through the ring.
I also remember the chap (can't remember which one)...filling the canes with strong insecticide and all the earwigs came spilling out. It was horrific and thrilling all at the same time
I shall be watching it all again soon....I missed some of the last bit. I didn't realise it was so long....and I had to make the dinner

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That was the President of the NDS at the time, Derek Hewlett he looked as he enjoyed doing that.

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 23/11/2010 : 08:32:46
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He did indeed......can't blame him....'orrible little critters

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 23/11/2010 : 12:36:51
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quote:
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Originally posted by Loublou

In the article David Boyd wrote about making covers....I think he said that the petals of Gloria seemed to grow "more refined" under cover. I remember that bit when he tried to pass one through the ring.
I also remember the chap (can't remember which one)...filling the canes with strong insecticide and all the earwigs came spilling out. It was horrific and thrilling all at the same time
I shall be watching it all again soon....I missed some of the last bit. I didn't realise it was so long....and I had to make the dinner

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I watched it a few times when i first started growing dahlias, i had to because there is that much information to take in, but i think i can now recall it all now, if need be.

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Rosie8032
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11991 Posts Posted - 23/11/2010 : 12:47:55
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He did indeed......can't blame him....'orrible little critters

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Forkytails are the one garden bug i am scared of, ugh hate them with a passion.

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Back to Aberdeenshire Rosie

Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 23/11/2010 : 22:02:19
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Do you find that they 'nip'?

pennyron
Tree

11738 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 06:31:01
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I think 'forytails' are dangerous if they get into your ears. but then I wouldn;t like anything in my ears, or anywhere else really. I am lucky as we all have ants but mine are the the black ones, I hate the reds.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 08:17:33
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Do you find that they 'nip'?

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Don't know....I "nipped" them first...lol

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13929 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 08:20:07
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Do you find that they 'nip'?

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I hate earwigs as well, but I have never been bitten by one. Have you Geranium? Ants bite, but I leave them alone.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 08:44:54
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I do not remember ever getting nipped by a earwig, and i have seen a lot, found the odd one on my clothing after brushing past the dahlia plants.

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What is it with Dahlias that earwigs like so much?

RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 09:29:56
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What is it with Dahlias that earwigs like so much?

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They like dark, moist places so a dahlia bud is ideal. The usual upturned flower pot filled with straw etc works although I find that insecticide works as well, but then, I'm an old fashioned grower. I hate wasp on the stems although. if one listens out, you can hear the little rascal nibbling away. Nothing worse than thrusting one's arm down into the plant to cut the bloom and have a wasp nip you!

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13929 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 09:41:12
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Ouch!

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 10:07:37
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Originally posted by RichardR

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Originally posted by pennyron

What is it with Dahlias that earwigs like so much?

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They like dark, moist places so a dahlia bud is ideal. The usual upturned flower pot filled with straw etc works although I find that insecticide works as well, but then, I'm an old fashioned grower. I hate wasp on the stems although. if one listens out, you can hear the little rascal nibbling away. Nothing worse than thrusting one's arm down into the plant to cut the bloom and have a wasp nip you!

I had more bother with wasps last year than earwigs; chewing lumps out of the stems...

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6890 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 15:00:29
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Very little wasp damage this season, a few caterpillars, in a few blooms though.

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Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 16:03:13
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I had a few of those too this year Tel

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117 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 17:46:02
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I cut down my dahlia foiage/stems last weekend to around 8 - 9 inches high and cleared/sterilised the greenhouse. I will dig them up this Saturday (weather permitting), leave them on their straw mulch for a day and then bring them into the sterilised greenhouse on Sunday (soil intact). I place them onto a layer of compost (Erin this year)which in turn is on a Plantex membrain,I then backfill over them leaving the stems above compost level.

On another point I agree regards David Boydd absolute master of all round dahlia growing/showing. He is held in very high regard with my Cornish dahlia mates as well. In fact I wrote to him a couple of times asking for advice and he was very welcoming, in fact he advised me regards Staleen Condessa (msc) before it was sold.

Regards, Paul

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from Cornwall, South West England

Geranium
Mrs

1304 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 18:52:49
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Well - I think it might have been one that nipped me....I do also get bitten by ants quite a lot in the growing season when I'm kneeling down weeding, so I might be totally wrong. Sorry, wiggy!

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 24/11/2010 : 19:17:27
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Originally posted by DahliaMan

I cut down my dahlia foiage/stems last weekend to around 8 - 9 inches high and cleared/sterilised the greenhouse. I will dig them up this Saturday (weather permitting), leave them on their straw mulch for a day and then bring them into the sterilised greenhouse on Sunday (soil intact). I place them onto a layer of compost (Erin this year)which in turn is on a Plantex membrain,I then backfill over them leaving the stems above compost level.

On another point I agree regards David Boydd absolute master of all round dahlia growing/showing. He is held in very high regard with my Cornish dahlia mates as well. In fact I wrote to him a couple of times asking for advice and he was very welcoming, in fact he advised me regards Staleen Condessa (msc) before it was sold.

Regards, Paul

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Hi Paul, hope you are keeping well and looking forward to another successful season, next year.

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tel7772
Mr

6890 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 19:45:05
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I hope all you gardeners with dahlia tubers, in storage, have them well protected in this cold snap, or you may find they turn to mush.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

peony
Mrs

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Oh crikey Tel, you've got me worried now. Will check first thing tomorrow. Mine were still drying off but I did put a fleece 'tent' over them inside the greenhouse, so fingers crossed.

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 20:09:21
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I have it clearly marked in my diary to lift my dahlia tubers this Saturday. It’s a good job I’ve been following this thread.

I potted up one tuber and put it in the shed, the mice got it the same night. I read that some people wrap them in something and store them that way. If I can’t keep them in the shed then I am limited by space. Can I wrap them and put them in a cardboard box? What would I wrap them with?

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 20:14:35
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Wrap a few layers of fleece round them, but keep a eye on them if your temperatures drop to low.

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DahliaMan
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117 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 20:20:47
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Originally posted by tel7772

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Originally posted by DahliaMan

I cut down my dahlia foiage/stems last weekend to around 8 - 9 inches high and cleared/sterilised the greenhouse. I will dig them up this Saturday (weather permitting), leave them on their straw mulch for a day and then bring them into the sterilised greenhouse on Sunday (soil intact). I place them onto a layer of compost (Erin this year)which in turn is on a Plantex membrain,I then backfill over them leaving the stems above compost level.

On another point I agree regards David Boydd absolute master of all round dahlia growing/showing. He is held in very high regard with my Cornish dahlia mates as well. In fact I wrote to him a couple of times asking for advice and he was very welcoming, in fact he advised me regards Staleen Condessa (msc) before it was sold.

Regards, Paul

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Hi Paul, hope you are keeping well and looking forward to another successful season, next year.

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Hello Tel
Yes ok here and looking forward also. As ever next year is going to be the one LOL. Hows the new allotment site going? Looking at your photo previously seems you ahve your work cut out!
Paul

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from Cornwall, South West England

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 20:25:48
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Not made a start on it yet Paul, it has been too wet and now we are going through freezing temps, but i have until the end of May, to have it ready for planting.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 21:31:24
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Mine are nice and snug in the greenhouse, in boxes covered with environmesh. I will in due course, be packing dryish multi-purpose round them all for extra insulation. I find it keeps the tubers from shrivelling..

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Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 25/11/2010 : 22:08:52
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I haven't brushed the old soil off mine yet. I must remember to label them, too! Some are still in the garden.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 06:59:49
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Originally posted by Geranium

I haven't brushed the old soil off mine yet. I must remember to label them, too! Some are still in the garden.

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I never bother to take the soil off the ground tubers, i find it helps protect them, other growers clean theirs up, but like anything else in gardening, its what works for you.

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 08:19:58
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I don't take much off either....for same reason. Great minds eh

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48 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 08:48:33
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Originally posted by Geranium

I haven't brushed the old soil off mine yet. I must remember to label them, too! Some are still in the garden.

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As Terry said, "it's what works for you".
Biggest problem I have is slugs and the eggs the critters deposit so I clean mine as thoroughly as I can. Mind you, I then feed the slugs with those little blue pellets to keep them away ...

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6890 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 10:48:59
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When setting up the pot tubers in the seed trays, for cuttings i always sprinkle a few slug pellets just in case.
The ground tubers, have a few slug pellets sprinkled after replanting at the beginning of May, here.
The shoots should be just showing then, after the frosts have finished.
That is when they are at their most vulnerable to slugs.

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Geranium
Mrs

1304 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 10:49:52
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That's another job saved, then! I shan't bother brushing off the soil....I'll just tuck them up in dry compost.

I have snails to contend with, rather than slugs, but yes, I get the blue pellets out as soon as I start my dahlias off.

RichardR
Mr

48 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 11:33:18
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Originally posted by tel7772

When setting up the pot tubers in the seed trays, for cuttings i always sprinkle a few slug pellets just in case.
The ground tubers, have a few slug pellets sprinkled after replanting at the beginning of May, here.
The shoots should be just showing then, after the frosts have finished.
That is when they are at their most vulnerable to slugs.

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Me too Terry. I tried organic a couple of years ago (and organic rooting compound) just trying to be "environmental", turned out to be just "mental" as neither worked and I lost plenty of early cuttings.

Tried and traditional methods ever since.

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Real success is getting things right 51% of the time ...
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Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 13:19:27
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I tried to be more eco-friendly last year, with every deterrent I could come up with - but the snails are ferocious beasts here ... so back to pellets from now on.

tel7772
Mr

6890 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 15:24:19
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Originally posted by RichardR

quote:
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Originally posted by tel7772

When setting up the pot tubers in the seed trays, for cuttings i always sprinkle a few slug pellets just in case.
The ground tubers, have a few slug pellets sprinkled after replanting at the beginning of May, here.
The shoots should be just showing then, after the frosts have finished.
That is when they are at their most vulnerable to slugs.

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Me too Terry. I tried organic a couple of years ago (and organic rooting compound) just trying to be "environmental", turned out to be just "mental" as neither worked and I lost plenty of early cuttings.

Tried and traditional methods ever since.
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I can understand that Richard, even more so when it is your business at stake, every cutting counts, without feeding them little buggers.

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I tried to be more eco-friendly last year, with every deterrent I could come up with - but the snails are ferocious beasts here ... so back to pellets from now on.

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Try to be eco-friendly, where i can, but when it comes to the dahlias i will use any method i can to protect them, from pests, just losing one plant could make the difference between winning or coming second, or not having a entry at all, in a particular class.

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Geranium
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Oh, I do understand. It's different for you, of course, as I'm only growing them for myself and the visitors. I'm happy with lots of flowers - I don't disbud them, or do anything more than stake them.

However, why grow Dahlias (or anything else, come to that) - for molluscs?

Cherry
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13929 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 17:45:42
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I think pellets under large leaves or used sensibly is a big help to the gardener. Who has seen a bird eat a slug pellet?

RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 17:59:56
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I think pellets under large leaves or used sensibly is a big help to the gardener. Who has seen a bird eat a slug pellet?

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I think the argument is that birds eat the dead slug or snail

Not sure about that myself, I'd like to think that they are a bit more discerning than eating dead things, thrushes seem to like live snails in these parts. Hoorah for thrushes!

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13929 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 19:04:27
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The birds here have to kill them fresh. They won't eat dead snails. I don't think they are appetizing to birds once they are dead.

Geranium
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I get really pleased when I see a thrush around. I know he/she has been eating snails when I find the shells!

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 26/11/2010 : 22:25:40
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Geranium....I remember you asked a few weeks ago, for suggestions for a dahlia with "umph"......try My Beverley........

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 07:46:22
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Geranium....I remember you asked a few weeks ago, for suggestions for a dahlia with "umph"......try My Beverley........

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Is this the one Lou.

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19838 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 09:19:07
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It is indeed Tel. The colours were a bit stronger in reality though It looked good at the back of a border that needed a bit of extra colour late in the season

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1304 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 10:32:47
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Geranium....I remember you asked a few weeks ago, for suggestions for a dahlia with "umph"......try My Beverley........

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Thanks - that's a good'un, I'll make a note. How tall is it, please? I rather fancy a stripy one, too....

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19838 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 13:18:59
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You will find most of them will average about 3/4 ft. Mine was about 3ft - in its pot...I moved it around a bit....where it was needed
A stripey one?.....suggest you check out some of the dahlia sites......that should take up the rest of the weekend...while it is snowing

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13929 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 14:35:35
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I would be wary of 'Windmill' as so many turned out to be really duff and not like their illustration.

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6890 Posts Posted - 27/11/2010 : 15:41:48
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I agree with Cherry on Windmill, a big disappointment for WLF and myself.

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Geranium....I remember you asked a few weeks ago, for suggestions for a dahlia with "umph"......try My Beverley........

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Thanks - that's a good'un, I'll make a note. How tall is it, please? I rather fancy a stripy one, too....

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How about dahlia Blackberry Ripple, available in January from
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I agree with Cherry on Windmill, a big disappointment for WLF and myself.

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I shall not be trying that one again. I have dug and saved my tubers, I thought I plant them to keep the slugs of plants I like.

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19838 Posts Posted - 29/11/2010 : 17:29:20
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Just read on the NDS site that Bill Mark, Patron and Chairman has passed away.

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6890 Posts Posted - 29/11/2010 : 19:22:45
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Just read on the NDS site that Bill Mark, Patron and Chairman has passed away.

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That is a shame, it was only last year he was presented with the NDS Gold Medal for his services to the dahlia.

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6890 Posts Posted - 29/11/2010 : 20:26:33
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I thought this dahlia topic would have come to a close by now, at this time of year, but it goes on and on.

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13929 Posts Posted - 29/11/2010 : 20:37:05
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I am pleased that it is still of interest to most people. The only thing wrong is that the more I read it, the more inadequate I feel.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 29/11/2010 : 20:42:12
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I am pleased that it is still of interest to most people. The only thing wrong is that the more I read it, the more inadequate I feel.
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Take me away from dahlias and veg onto other plants, then i do as well.

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Geranium
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'Blackberry Ripple' ? Too 'pretty' a colour for a 'hot' border - I'll have to take Lou's advice and have a browse, I think. Thanks for the suggestion, though.

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'Blackberry Ripple' ? Too 'pretty' a colour for a 'hot' border - I'll have to take Lou's advice and have a browse, I think. Thanks for the suggestion, though.

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I'd go for the dark reds and strong oranges together, sounds funny but they do look stunning together, in my opinion anyway.

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I am pleased that it is still of interest to most people. The only thing wrong is that the more I read it, the more inadequate I feel.

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I think we are doing extremely well for novices, we’ve dug, stored, replanted and grown our dahlias the following year, I’m feeling proud of my achievements and I think you should too Cherry.

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13929 Posts Posted - 30/11/2010 : 21:44:29
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Thankyou WF. They certainly worked hard for me, going to Church and the WI monthly comp. etc.

Geranium
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I do grow orange ones - 'Donald Ward' has been the best one this year. I haven't had time to browse today, but when I do, I'll check out the ones I fancy with you if that's OK.

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I may take NDS Judging Exam, when my showing days are over.

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4074 Posts Posted - 11/12/2010 : 20:03:24
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Can't you do both? I know you couldn’t judge in the shows you entre but here are lots of other shows, aren't there?

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Can't you do both? I know you couldn’t judge in the shows you entre but here are lots of other shows, aren't there?

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There is WF, but the OH complains now, on how much time i spend on dahlias, i do not think she would be too happy, if i were staging at one show, then dashing off to judge at another, Sat & Sun for about 8 weekends.

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1304 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 09:24:18
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I can see her point, Tel!

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 11:59:42
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Another 3 weeks or so, i will be setting the giants up in the propagator.
Then my dahlia season starts all over again.

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1304 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 16:20:46
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What temperature do you use, Tel?

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 17:09:45
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Another 3 weeks or so, i will be setting the giants up in the propagator.
Then my dahlia season starts all over again.

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Wow so soon. When will my season start this year? Remember we have a cup to win.

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6890 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 17:23:54
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It depends if you can keep dahlia cuttings frost free, if not i will send them on in May, but i will have some cuttings ready in April.

I always start the giants off, earlier than my other varieties.

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4074 Posts Posted - 12/12/2010 : 22:01:26
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It depends if you can keep dahlia cuttings frost free, if not i will send them on in May, but i will have some cuttings ready in April.

I always start the giants off, earlier than my other varieties.

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I will have heating in my greenhouse by then. It should be heated now but this cold snap caught me out, it has to be above freezing to lay the floor.

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6890 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 07:39:00
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

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It depends if you can keep dahlia cuttings frost free, if not i will send them on in May, but i will have some cuttings ready in April.

I always start the giants off, earlier than my other varieties.

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I will have heating in my greenhouse by then. It should be heated now but this cold snap caught me out, it has to be above freezing to lay the floor.

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I will let you know when i have them ready to send.

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4074 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 08:21:01
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I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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1304 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 12:19:50
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That's an excellent reason to grow more, and I wish you success! Fingers crossed.

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25134 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 12:38:02
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Tel, WF has to win this, no ifs or buts

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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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19838 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 15:44:46
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quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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Not for very much longer

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1304 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 16:48:50
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I'm not keen on 'cliques' - so we'll have to gang up on them somehow. Come on, you succssful Dahlia growers! Think of something!

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 17:38:22
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Neither am I geranium which is why I’m going to win that cup. If they are so hell bent on giving me a hard time, I’m going to give them a reason this year. The Dahlia cup is their Holly grail. I know it is incredibly childish of me but you know how it is, some times you just can’t help it.

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6890 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 19:36:33
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Originally posted by steve

Tel, WF has to win this, no ifs or buts

quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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No ifs or buts from me, the click is taking on the Premier League
next season.

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13929 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 19:56:20
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Go for it WF. Of course you must enter and win it.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 19:59:49
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Originally posted by Geranium

I'm not keen on 'cliques' - so we'll have to gang up on them somehow. Come on, you succssful Dahlia growers! Think of something!
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Lou your wanted, think of something.

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Did someone call?......Ah...well....can't think that WF has anything to worry about. We've seen pics of the dahlia entries from this year....and Tel is confident WF will walk it next year. A vase or two of beautiful dahlias at their peak of perfection...and the cup is hers. Of course we (she) could be sneaky and make multiple entries, if thats allowed; It would be useful to find out who the judge is i.e. do they bring in a bona fide judge or "one size fits all"?

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1304 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 21:13:04
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It doesn't seem fair to me - does it to you? I hate stitch-ups.

Could Wf grow really 'special' Dahlias do you think - I mean variety-wise?

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 13/12/2010 : 21:27:45
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Of course.....so could you Geranium You just have to choose the right ones

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6890 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 10:01:24
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Of course.....so could you Geranium You just have to choose the right ones

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I agree with Lou, if you obtain a top show variety,
your half way there.

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1304 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 10:05:58
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Of course.....so could you Geranium You just have to choose the right ones

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I don't want to show them - I just want them to look good in the garden! So for me, it's the height and colour that's important.

By the way - how do you tell which ones will be suitable for showing?

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 16:44:01
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You should see the ones Tel is going to help me grow, they are stunning.

Lou, I can only enter once in each class and the judge is “a one size fits all”. I’m hoping they get a different judge this year, the one they had last year didn’t have a clue. I’m no expert but I do know that a mixed vase of annual and perennial sweet peas should not win the sweet pea class just because they look pretty.

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1304 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 17:34:00
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You should see the ones Tel is going to help me grow, they are stunning.

Lou, I can only enter once in each class and the judge is “a one size fits all”. I’m hoping they get a different judge this year, the one they had last year didn’t have a clue. I’m no expert but I do know that a mixed vase of annual and perennial sweet peas should not win the sweet pea class just because they look pretty.

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That's not on. They're completely different plants! Was it to 'bulk up' the vase? I think I'd have complained.

Glad to hear that you've got some great Dahlias lined up.

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 19:57:42
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Originally posted by Geranium

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You should see the ones Tel is going to help me grow, they are stunning.

Lou, I can only enter once in each class and the judge is “a one size fits all”. I’m hoping they get a different judge this year, the one they had last year didn’t have a clue. I’m no expert but I do know that a mixed vase of annual and perennial sweet peas should not win the sweet pea class just because they look pretty.

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That's not on. They're completely different plants! Was it to 'bulk up' the vase? I think I'd have complained.

Glad to hear that you've got some great Dahlias lined up.

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The click, will not be looking so smug, when WF takes these to the show.

A pic from my dahlia bed this season.

A single bloom of Ruskin Respectable, i had in a show.

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48 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 21:21:03
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A pic from my dahlia bed this season.

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Quality Terry

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1304 Posts Posted - 14/12/2010 : 22:24:41
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That really is something!

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6890 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 07:41:17
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Originally posted by RichardR

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A pic from my dahlia bed this season.

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Quality Terry

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Thanks Richard.

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grindle
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15010 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 08:07:53
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they look amazing Tel

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 08:07:56
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Originally posted by Geranium

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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

You should see the ones Tel is going to help me grow, they are stunning.

Lou, I can only enter once in each class and the judge is “a one size fits all”. I’m hoping they get a different judge this year, the one they had last year didn’t have a clue. I’m no expert but I do know that a mixed vase of annual and perennial sweet peas should not win the sweet pea class just because they look pretty.

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That's not on. They're completely different plants! Was it to 'bulk up' the vase? I think I'd have complained.

Glad to hear that you've got some great Dahlias lined up.

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It was to bulk up the vase, I know this because it was my entry The good thing about winning was the other entries were all entered by the clique so we will be getting a different judge next year.

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6890 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 08:22:33
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Originally posted by Geranium

What temperature do you use, Tel?

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Sorry Geranium, just seen this.

I have my heated bench set at 18c for taking dahlia cuttings.
the greenhouse was unheated, placed fleece over the cuttings, so the heat from the bench was enough, until potting on time.

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6890 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 08:26:29
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quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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How many will you be able to get in that area, bearing in mind each plant will need to be planted 2ft apart.

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Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 10:25:26
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I have a large heated prop, but it's not in use at the moment. It will be in late winter/early spring, though!

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 11:06:41
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That will give you a good opportunity to start some tubers off Geranium

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1304 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 15:01:48
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Yes, and also seeds that need an early start! I failed miserably with cuttings of Osteos and Argyranthemums in it when I got it. No idea why. It has a thermostat, too.

I managed to fill it with half-trays last spring.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 15:55:16
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Yes, and also seeds that need an early start! I failed miserably with cuttings of Osteos and Argyranthemums in it when I got it. No idea why. It has a thermostat, too.

I managed to fill it with half-trays last spring.

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Oh yes...I have that problem too. My bench is 8ft by 2 and I think I will have it stuffed full as well. Perhaps you had your thermostat too high for your O and A cuttings?

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117 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 16:20:15
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I'm not keen on 'cliques' - so we'll have to gang up on them somehow. Come on, you succssful Dahlia growers! Think of something!

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Got to be Trelyn Kiwi to knock the stuffings out of any other cultivar!
Paul

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Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 17:29:04
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quote:
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Originally posted by tel7772

quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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How many will you be able to get in that area, bearing in mind each plant will need to be planted 2ft apart.

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I’ll have to measure it tomorrow, it is only a small area but it’s big enough to grow a few more plants. I picked up a small heated bench and as soon as it warms up I’ll have heating in the greenhouse, so I’m all set. That cup is mine.

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6890 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 19:35:41
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Originally posted by DahliaMan

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Originally posted by Geranium

I'm not keen on 'cliques' - so we'll have to gang up on them somehow. Come on, you succssful Dahlia growers! Think of something!

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Got to be Trelyn Kiwi to knock the stuffings out of any other cultivar!
Paul

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I agree Paul, but WF does not have covers, and i find that Trelyn Kiwi blooms, are more refined grown under cover.

Ruskin Respectable, can stand a certain amount of rain, without marking.

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13929 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 20:45:49
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quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

quote:
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Originally posted by tel7772

quote:
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Originally posted by Wildlife_friendly

I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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How many will you be able to get in that area, bearing in mind each plant will need to be planted 2ft apart.

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I’ll have to measure it tomorrow, it is only a small area but it’s big enough to grow a few more plants. I picked up a small heated bench and as soon as it warms up I’ll have heating in the greenhouse, so I’m all set. ]That cup is mine.

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I am pleased you are not serious WF.

Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 15/12/2010 : 22:03:05
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Ah, Wf might not be, haha, but the rest of us are!

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6890 Posts Posted - 16/12/2010 : 09:50:48
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Ah, Wf might not be, haha, but the rest of us are!

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WF, is serious about winning the dahlia class, i understand she has recruited a dahlia grower from Yorkshire, that is an achievement, in itself, we all know how tight yorkshire men are.

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Post by Tel on Jan 20, 2011 3:58:45 GMT

....thats strange....the dahlia grower from Yorkshire that I know, is very generous.....with his dahlias/information that is!

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I have to disagree with you Tel, a couple of years ago I didn’t know what a Dahlia was, now I’m about to show some, I’m fairly certain that is all down to a Yorkshire man and his generosity.

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6890 Posts Posted - 16/12/2010 : 19:54:57
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Well we had better win that 1st prize then, i have a reputation to keep upto. don't know what it is though.

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Originally posted by Geranium

Yes, and also seeds that need an early start! I failed miserably with cuttings of Osteos and Argyranthemums in it when I got it. No idea why. It has a thermostat, too.

I managed to fill it with half-trays last spring.

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Oh yes...I have that problem too. My bench is 8ft by 2 and I think I will have it stuffed full as well. Perhaps you had your thermostat too high for your O and A cuttings?

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I set it at 17 degrees, but it kept over-heating, because stupid here forgot the effect of the sun. Eventually, I put the heater fan on 'cold' and cooled the greenhouse down, plus I shaded the prop. Too late by then, I think. I'll have another try, obviously. What's the point of having it otherwise?

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 16/12/2010 : 21:06:32
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I'll have to remember that too Geranium.(if the sun shines, that is )..thanks for the tip

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I set it at 17 degrees, but it kept over-heating, because stupid here forgot the effect of the sun. Eventually, I put the heater fan on 'cold' and cooled the greenhouse down, plus I shaded the prop. Too late by then, I think. I'll have another try, obviously. What's the point of having it otherwise?

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What's "the sun"?

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Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 16/12/2010 : 22:31:52
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Well - if I describe it, you might remember it...it's a big yellow orb that shines in the sky on the odd occasion. Ring any bells?

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 17/12/2010 : 08:02:56
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6890 Posts Posted - 17/12/2010 : 08:03:09
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Well - if I describe it, you might remember it...it's a big yellow orb that shines in the sky on the odd occasion. Ring any bells?

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I once saw a picture of that yellow orb, it was in a museum gallery.

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RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 17/12/2010 : 08:58:52
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Well - if I describe it, you might remember it...it's a big yellow orb that shines in the sky on the odd occasion. Ring any bells?

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AH yes, it's a bit like Malaria, you get it in the Tropics ....

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Geranium
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1304 Posts Posted - 17/12/2010 : 10:43:31
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So you do remember it! No chance today - something white and cold is falling from the sky.

DahliaMan
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I’ve shortened my runner bean row which has given me a larger area to grow my dahlias, I am determined to win that cup. I’m getting a bit excited already, if I win it will put the final nail in my coffin as far as the local show is concerned. The cup is shared by three members of the “The click”, there is no sharing secrets or the cup as far as they are concerned.

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How many will you be able to get in that area, bearing in mind each plant will need to be planted 2ft apart.

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I’ll have to measure it tomorrow, it is only a small area but it’s big enough to grow a few more plants. I picked up a small heated bench and as soon as it warms up I’ll have heating in the greenhouse, so I’m all set. That cup is mine.

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Before I coveredand wished to 'try' before expense of covering, I literally used large umbrellas. And it can and did work as in my first year of dahlia exhibiting (1996) I was the Cornish Novice Champion and at the Cornish Dahlia Society late show I won best in show against many established County show people and around 200 vases. However I have to say that I had served my apprenticeship as for several years I was showing anything marigolds/pansies/chrysanths etc, for 7 years running I won my towns Best Rose In Show award, and for 3 years I showed Perpetual Carnations. Then I met dahlia growers and the bug bit me. But give umbrellas a try (nothing expensive, I bought cheap ones).
Good luck WF.
Yours, Paul

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from Cornwall, South West England

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 19/12/2010 : 09:02:01
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Just started to read through the dahlia posts in the dahlia 2010 season part 1, just got to page 11, i have been laughing to myself at some of the humour on there.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 19/12/2010 : 17:06:10
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....

I had a few giggles when reading it through

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 19/12/2010 : 19:08:39
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Now we are coming towards the end of 2010, i would just like to say thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged me throughout the show season.
i have thoroughly enjoyed this Topic on dahlias and all the contributions, that you all, made to it.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 19/12/2010 : 21:27:15
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Its us who should be grateful to you Tel for all your help and encouragement over the year
Now that you have that new dahlia allotment......we look forward to you achieving your aims in 2011
Good luck to all dahlia growers old and new, in 2011

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Geranium
Mrs

1304 Posts Posted - 19/12/2010 : 21:38:13
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Good luck to all dahlia growers old and new, in 2011

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Thanks Lou - from an 'occasional' Dahlia grower! Now a question please - I know 'Bishop of Llandaff' - who doesn't! I've seen adverts for another Bishop - 'Leicester' I think - cerise? Do you know if it grows about the same height as 'Llandaff' and the others?

tel7772
Mr

6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 06:23:27
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All the Bishops grow to roughly 3ft

Bishop of Leicester.

Bishop of Canterbury.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

pennyron
Tree

11738 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 06:49:03
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Oooow, now they are beautiful.

Geranium
Mrs

1304 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 10:50:30
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All the Bishops grow to roughly 3ft

Bishop of Leicester.

Bishop of Canterbury.

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Thank you - I knew you'd know! I think it must have been the 'Canterbury' Bishop that was described as 'cerise'. He's a bit of all right, isn't he - and 'Leiester' would go well in my front garden.

Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 13:06:08
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They are lovely arn't they....."York" is a lovely one too.....I like all the "Bishops"....Landalf being my least fav...

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RichardR
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48 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 15:29:10
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Does anyone know the lineage of the 'newer' Bishops?
Llandaff is a proper paeony form but 'Auckland', 'Leicester', 'Canterbury' strike me as single?

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Wildlife_friendly
Mrs

4074 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 15:47:17
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I’ve got the Bishop of Auckland, it looks like it’s made of deep red velvet.

I keep checking my tubers and so far they are all doing well with no fatalities.

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Loublou
Mrs

19838 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 16:28:20
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Thats good WF.......mine were ok the last time I checked. When we had our electricity cut yesterday....we forgot about the greenhouse and the heater was off all night..It is back on and I will check everything tomorrow; am reasonably confident they will be ok

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 16:32:02
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Does anyone know the lineage of the 'newer' Bishops?
Llandaff is a proper paeony form but 'Auckland', 'Leicester', 'Canterbury' strike me as single?

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Bishop of Llandaff was introduced in 1927 as Bishop Hughes, but he wanted the name changed.
From 2002 several of the seedlings from Bishop of Llandaff have been selected out and propagated and given the names, Bishop of Leicester, Oxford Canterbury and York.

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Do you know if any of the Bishops have finger shaped tubers Tel ?

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6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 17:15:55
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Do you know if any of the Bishops have finger shaped tubers Tel ?

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They can be purchased with a free pkt of latex gloves, Steve.

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48 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 17:37:28
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Thank you Terry, I've never been a fan of Llandaff myself but we did sell thousands of them from the nursery way back then.

The only Bishop's Finger we have down here is brewed by Shepherd's Neame

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436 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 18:30:07
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Strange how every thread seems to end up in the beer corner (No - Perhaps not!)

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6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 19:15:41
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Thank you Terry, I've never been a fan of Llandaff myself but we did sell thousands of them from the nursery way back then.

The only Bishop's Finger we have down here is brewed by Shepherd's Neame

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I give it my seal of approval.

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6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 19:19:27
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Strange how every thread seems to end up in the beer corner (No - Perhaps not!)

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Blame that Steve, Longs, he should know better after all he is supposed to be a Moderator, i always take the dahlia topic seriously.

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longs
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436 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 20:11:29
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He's not a heavy drinker, then?

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6890 Posts Posted - 20/12/2010 : 20:16:36
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He's not a heavy drinker, then?

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No comment.

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6890 Posts Posted - 21/12/2010 : 05:43:15
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I sent Mark, a Email last week, not had a reply.
I hope he is ok.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 21/12/2010 : 08:59:18
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Me too Tel. I remember he hasn't been in the best of health this year. I'm sure he will start posting again soon

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6890 Posts Posted - 24/12/2010 : 08:15:49
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Question for the Mods, will part one and two of this topic remain a sticky, when a new dahlia topic is started in 2011, or will it be allowed, to drop down the topics.

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Loublou
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19838 Posts Posted - 24/12/2010 : 09:12:04
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Hope they will both be stickied.....lots of useful info there....please

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11991 Posts Posted - 24/12/2010 : 09:54:50
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Which ever way you want it Tel, we can sticky or unsticky as we please....

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Back to Aberdeenshire Rosie

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 24/12/2010 : 15:21:17
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Well if other forum members are in agreement, has Lou says, there is some useful info in some of the topic.
I would like it to remain a sticky.

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Terry in Bradford, Yorkshire.

longs
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I think it should too.

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peony
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I would like it to remain a sticky.

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I think it should too.

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So do I

Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 25/12/2010 : 08:14:04
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Me too

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DahliaMan
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117 Posts Posted - 26/12/2010 : 11:17:22
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Merry Christmas everyone.

If keeping it as a sticky means keeping Tel's topic for reference then I agree fully, please keep.

Regards, Paul

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Paul
from Cornwall, South West England

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 26/12/2010 : 18:42:48
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Hope you had a good day yesterday Paul, all the best for 2011.

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Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 27/12/2010 : 08:55:42
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Do you think -1.4 will have hurt my tubers? It only dropped that low for a few hours. They all still look fine and haven’t gone squishy.

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6890 Posts Posted - 27/12/2010 : 11:20:17
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Do you think -1.4 will have hurt my tubers? It only dropped that low for a few hours. They all still look fine and haven’t gone squishy.

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If they feel firm, where the stems join the tuber, they should be fine.

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tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 30/12/2010 : 19:59:07
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The Teacher, would like to see one or two winning vases from the pupils in 2011.

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Wildlife_friendly
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4074 Posts Posted - 31/12/2010 : 08:24:40
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I'm going to do my very best

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11991 Posts Posted - 31/12/2010 : 08:49:46
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Looks like the thread will remain claggy Tel It's a great point of reference

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Back to Aberdeenshire Rosie

tel7772
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6890 Posts Posted - 31/12/2010 : 09:12:34
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Looks like the thread will remain claggy Tel It's a great point of reference

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Thanks Rosie.

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