Harringay online2024-03-29T00:39:18ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinsonhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2185343450?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://harringayonline.com/group/gardening/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=0exoildvfo0yb&feed=yes&xn_auth=noCan you ID these small comma-shaped bulbs?tag:harringayonline.com,2023-08-22:844301:Topic:15498502023-08-22T16:46:15.526ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
<p>I’ve just been planting some Cyclamen Hederifolium and came across these tiny bulbs. The only thing I can think they might be would be snowdrops, but I’m sure we don’t have that many snowdrops. Does anybody know what they might be? Apologies for the photo. There are some stones mixed up in there as well. The bulbs I’m interested in are like the ones in the middle and on the right of the picture with a slightly hooked pointy end.…</p>
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<p>I’ve just been planting some Cyclamen Hederifolium and came across these tiny bulbs. The only thing I can think they might be would be snowdrops, but I’m sure we don’t have that many snowdrops. Does anybody know what they might be? Apologies for the photo. There are some stones mixed up in there as well. The bulbs I’m interested in are like the ones in the middle and on the right of the picture with a slightly hooked pointy end.</p>
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<p>We're about to start a garden from scratch -- at the moment it's an overgrown mess, that may or may not have access to water... We're in favour of something good for conservation and with a natural rather than neat feel... trying to work out where to begin. Any suggestions appreciated! </p>
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<p>We're about to start a garden from scratch -- at the moment it's an overgrown mess, that may or may not have access to water... We're in favour of something good for conservation and with a natural rather than neat feel... trying to work out where to begin. Any suggestions appreciated! </p>
<p></p> Perennial Golden pea seedstag:harringayonline.com,2022-06-24:844301:Topic:14954322022-06-24T09:12:21.548ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
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<p>I bought this plant about seven years ago at some garden I visited. I planted it in partial shade and for years had a completely unexceptional little plant that did nothing but produce a few leaves. I mainly forgot about it including its identity.</p>
<p>When we redid the fencing last year, I put it in a pot and it ended up in a sunny spot…</p>
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<p>I bought this plant about seven years ago at some garden I visited. I planted it in partial shade and for years had a completely unexceptional little plant that did nothing but produce a few leaves. I mainly forgot about it including its identity.</p>
<p>When we redid the fencing last year, I put it in a pot and it ended up in a sunny spot and this year it produced a crop of apricot coloured flowers for about a month in the Spring. I wouldn't call it a stunner, but its an addition to the garden that I appreciate.</p>
<p>I've now found out that its a Perennial golden pea / Lathyrus aureus. My specimen has grown to about 18 ins or so. According to the RHS, its ultimate height is 0.5-1 metre. Following flowering it produced pea pods, the contents of which have now matured into small seeds (peas). I assume that it will be relatively straightforward to propagate from seed. (See it <a href="https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/93959/lathyrus-aureus/details" target="_blank" rel="noopener">on the RHS plant finder</a>). </p>
<p>The pods twist to eject the seeds which makes for an unusual and atrractive post-flowering display. So, I haven't collected all the seeds. I suppose I have about 20 or 30. But if anyone would like to have a go at growing their own golden pea, you're welcome to a few seeds.</p>
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<p></p> Any Idea What These Bugs Are?tag:harringayonline.com,2022-06-03:844301:Topic:14928222022-06-03T17:04:19.942ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
<p>They are all over one of our large plants. Not sure if they need clearing off. </p>
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<p>They are all over one of our large plants. Not sure if they need clearing off. </p>
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<p>Take a break from the world this weekend. it’s not in a good state at the moment. <strong><em>But my garden is</em></strong> and I’m opening it in aid of charities supported by the National Garden Scheme and our local community garden this <strong>coming Saturday & Sunday.</strong></p>
<p>Come and relax in my garden and scoff home-made cakes and teas or- if you fancy- a refreshing glass of home-brewed ginger beer.<br></br> It is a rare chance for us to meet face to face and there is…</p>
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<p>Take a break from the world this weekend. it’s not in a good state at the moment. <strong><em>But my garden is</em></strong> and I’m opening it in aid of charities supported by the National Garden Scheme and our local community garden this <strong>coming Saturday & Sunday.</strong></p>
<p>Come and relax in my garden and scoff home-made cakes and teas or- if you fancy- a refreshing glass of home-brewed ginger beer.<br/> It is a rare chance for us to meet face to face and there is beautiful garden to explore.</p>
<p>There is also a plant sales stall with a range of unusual garden and house plants for sale. Lots of ferns and shade loving perennials I've grown up from specimens in the garden and as well as a fabulous range of succulents grown by a xolleague at Sunnyside.</p>
<p>Sneak a preview and find out more on the NGS <a href="https://www.ngs.org.uk/find-a-garden/garden/29676/">website</a></p>
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<p>The garden is open between <strong>2 & 6 pm</strong> on <strong>Saturday 4<sup>th</sup></strong> and <strong>Sunday 5<sup>th</sup> June <br/></strong> You can find us at:<br/> <strong>36 Ashley Road<br/> London<br/> N19 3AF</strong></p>
<p>You are welcome to bring along family and any friends who may be interested.</p> Can you identify these paving crack plants?tag:harringayonline.com,2022-05-29:844301:Topic:14925522022-05-29T11:41:17.300ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
<p>Part of my garden is laid with york stone slabs. When I first moved in, all the gaps between the stones were filled with a mortar of some sort. I removed that and ever since have been encouraging certain plants and discouraging others. </p>
<p>All plants have arrived unaided, though I possibly introduced the second one. They have, with my unstinting support, by and large prevailed over the crabgrass. I feel I should finally get better acquainted with them and learn their names.</p>
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<p>Part of my garden is laid with york stone slabs. When I first moved in, all the gaps between the stones were filled with a mortar of some sort. I removed that and ever since have been encouraging certain plants and discouraging others. </p>
<p>All plants have arrived unaided, though I possibly introduced the second one. They have, with my unstinting support, by and large prevailed over the crabgrass. I feel I should finally get better acquainted with them and learn their names.</p>
<p>So far, the wisdom of the Harringay crowd is unbeaten. Sorry, to be asking again, but can anyone help with identifying any of these three?</p>
<p>The first is this tufty little fellow.</p>
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<p>The second prefers it a bit shadier.</p>
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<p>And here they're mingling (and have invited a bit of Alchemilla to join in, I see!)</p>
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<p>The third plant is a grass. <a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10522980457?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10522980457?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-full"/></a></p> Sarracenia - can they survive with tap water?tag:harringayonline.com,2022-05-19:844301:Topic:14913392022-05-19T20:23:59.904ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
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<p>About 18 months ago, I bought a trumpet pitcher. Last year it was okay but not excpetional. This year, it has produced the strangest of flowers and a few new trumpets.</p>
<p>I've read that you're supposed only to give it rain water. There seem to be many forums with folks waxing lyrical on the subject. But, back in the real world, so far…</p>
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<p>About 18 months ago, I bought a trumpet pitcher. Last year it was okay but not excpetional. This year, it has produced the strangest of flowers and a few new trumpets.</p>
<p>I've read that you're supposed only to give it rain water. There seem to be many forums with folks waxing lyrical on the subject. But, back in the real world, so far (touch wood) my sarracenia seems to be doing well enough on tap water. I guess it's been catching enough insects to keep it happy enough to flower. Does anyone have any first-hand experience of keeping one in our neck of the woods? What have you been watering yours with?</p>
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<p></p> Can you ID this little blue flowering planttag:harringayonline.com,2022-05-19:844301:Topic:14913362022-05-19T20:15:22.939ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
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<p>I can't remember where this plant came from, or if it arrived by itself, but I have no idea what it is. Can anyone help identify it?</p>
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<p>I can't remember where this plant came from, or if it arrived by itself, but I have no idea what it is. Can anyone help identify it?</p>
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<p></p> Gardening history of Harringaytag:harringayonline.com,2022-05-13:844301:Topic:14908542022-05-13T07:15:34.619ZRachael Tomlinsonhttps://harringayonline.com/profile/RachaelTomlinson
<p>Anyone local and keen on gardening may be interested in parts of this rather long <a href="https://harringayonline.com/group/historyofharringay/forum/topics/the-gardens-at-harringay-house-the-place-the-plants-the-people" rel="noopener" target="_blank">piece I published last night</a> about the gardens of Harringay House. It includes mention of a camellia bred by Edward Gray's gardener almost exactly two hundred years ago. I was able to find a plant at Chiswick House to bring 'home'. My…</p>
<p>Anyone local and keen on gardening may be interested in parts of this rather long <a href="https://harringayonline.com/group/historyofharringay/forum/topics/the-gardens-at-harringay-house-the-place-the-plants-the-people" target="_blank" rel="noopener">piece I published last night</a> about the gardens of Harringay House. It includes mention of a camellia bred by Edward Gray's gardener almost exactly two hundred years ago. I was able to find a plant at Chiswick House to bring 'home'. My photograph below is of one of the parents. Mine is a mere sapling.</p>
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<p>See <a href="https://harringayonline.com/forum/topics/free-n4-garden-plants" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the discussion in the main forum</a> </p>
<p>See <a href="https://harringayonline.com/forum/topics/free-n4-garden-plants" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the discussion in the main forum</a> </p>