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by peter
Wed May 03, 2006 11:10 am
Forum: General chatter
Topic: New lock for gates
Replies: 10
Views: 4165

We had exactly the same problem, twice! First time some nit twisted their key off in the lock, 3mm inside the slot so nothing to grip with plier. The Council had a spare lock that took the same key. Last time 99% certain some other nit left it unlocked and the little darlings in the park spotted it ...
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 5:33 pm
Forum: Tools and Machinery
Topic: Howard 200 rotavator.
Replies: 5
Views: 4740

Some sources in order of usefulness

m Enginee Specialist in Surry, list Villiers on their website. m Agricultural Machinery People who definately have Howard knowledge, I get my 350 parts from them. m An individualistic trader who knows alot and has alot, but can be slow. www.Hancox.co.uk Engine specialists in Birmingham. Hope one of ...
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 3:17 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: especially for gentlemen
Replies: 8
Views: 3402

Do I win a prize, or just get barred? :wink:
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 2:47 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: especially for gentlemen
Replies: 8
Views: 3402

Now there's a personal comment.

Constructive contribution 0/10.
Humour 5/10.

Verdict, must try harder.
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 2:21 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Bay mystery
Replies: 6
Views: 2513

Cut n save

I'm sure that if you cut the dead bits off the sad one the suckers will go for it.
Have a hazy recolection, from when I was very small, of dad having to cut down the eight foot cube of a bay and it being back a few years later.
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 12:20 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Wildflower meadow, best way to create please.
Replies: 17
Views: 5591

Thank you Mr PH, an excellent suggestion, I will be using it. :D

Sorry, but I :twisted: could not resist the little dig.
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 11:18 am
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Best way to move a greenhouse?
Replies: 3
Views: 5123

Best way to move a greenhouse?

What is the best way to dismantle and move a greenhouse over a number of miles?
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 11:00 am
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Wildflower meadow, best way to create please.
Replies: 17
Views: 5591

Mr PH is off-topic!

The other plotholders would, I believe, look a little askance at a flock of sheep.

Any other practical suggestions on establishing my five rod meadow?
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 10:37 am
Forum: Best practices
Topic: Verbascum 'Banana Custard'
Replies: 3
Views: 2051

Do not know, but I reckon you are right.
Had one in the garden a year or two ago and once the leaves spread the stem is well hidden and damp.
Would suggest you plant them flush, both with the compost and the top of the pot and do not overwater.
by peter
Tue May 02, 2006 10:16 am
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Malvern Plant Swap
Replies: 35
Views: 11955

What do you mean "or you'd have to deny knowing me.", they'll do that anyway. :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:

BTW did you find it?
by peter
Mon May 01, 2006 8:00 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Watering Can bargain
Replies: 6
Views: 3619

Good.

Thats my good deed for the week over with.
by peter
Mon May 01, 2006 7:57 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Feel like giving up
Replies: 18
Views: 5956

Handbags at dawn.

but I'll have to check with my DH.
by peter
Mon May 01, 2006 7:52 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: Watering Can bargain
Replies: 6
Views: 3619

http://www.therange.co.uk/ but I D#don't thinl they have a store near you. :cry:
by peter
Mon May 01, 2006 7:48 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: World Cup 2006
Replies: 36
Views: 10785

Chanters..

...you need to be a Goodies fan.
by peter
Mon May 01, 2006 7:43 pm
Forum: General chatter
Topic: World Cup 2006
Replies: 36
Views: 10785

Goodies.

Piglet, do you use a boot hook for your belly button and where do you keep the giant kitten?