What's Santa bringing you this Christmas?

I need some inspirational stocking fillers for Christmas. So what gardening related stuff is top of your wish list? A pair of Felco No2 secateurs is as far as I've got...........

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Permalink Reply by Dave Mercer on November 25, 2010 at 1:38

Gave my Christmas wish list to my wife last night after she asked me what I would like - she just looked at me like I was some sort of alien - as per my earlier post it contained a list of exhibition grade seed, a tub of nutrimate and a JBA Planter Kit (Exhibition Kit 6) - If she and the kids buy me that lot I think she'll probably buy me a flat cap to go with it.

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Permalink Reply by Una Bee on November 25, 2010 at 15:28

I wanted to make sure I got practical gifts, so I made a list of gardening books and other bits and bobs on Amazon and told Hubby to have a look there if he couldn't think of anything. A large box has arrived, I can't wait for Christmas now! :)

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Permalink Reply by Damo on November 27, 2010 at 9:32

Great list Dave, my wife would have had the same reaction not having a clue what I was talking about!

Dave Mercer said:

Gave my Christmas wish list to my wife last night after she asked me what I would like - she just looked at me like I was some sort of alien - as per my earlier post it contained a list of exhibition grade seed, a tub of nutrimate and a JBA Planter Kit (Exhibition Kit 6) - If she and the kids buy me that lot I think she'll probably buy me a flat cap to go with it.

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Permalink Reply by Damo on November 27, 2010 at 9:34

Hi Una, you can't go wrong with books at Christmas time, all those long winter nights ahead. We have boxes arriving on a regular basis, although I have no idea what's in them!

Una Bee said:

I wanted to make sure I got practical gifts, so I made a list of gardening books and other bits and bobs on Amazon and told Hubby to have a look there if he couldn't think of anything. A large box has arrived, I can't wait for Christmas now! :)

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Permalink Reply by Ally Cummings on December 5, 2010 at 9:34

Only just begining to think about christmas now, hope i'm not too late and everything's sold out!! I would love to get a handmade trug. Not really a stocking filler but so, so beautiful. I've been eying up this website with longing, http://www.thetrugstore.co.uk, here's hoping Father Christmas brings me my wish!
(hope it's ok to put that link on, promise I'm not promoting it! xx)

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Permalink Reply by Damo on December 5, 2010 at 18:25

Glad you did Ally there's some great stuff on there. It's on my list too, I make do with a basket I picked up for a £1 at a local village fair so can't complain but I would like one of these.

Ally Cummings said:

Only just begining to think about christmas now, hope i'm not too late and everything's sold out!! I would love to get a handmade trug. Not really a stocking filler but so, so beautiful. I've been eying up this website with longing, http://www.thetrugstore.co.uk, here's hoping Father Christmas brings me my wish!
(hope it's ok to put that link on, promise I'm not promoting it! xx)

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Permalink Reply by Linda Bruce on December 9, 2010 at 20:15

I've asked for Nigel Slater's Tender 2 from my family and have been told that I don't need any more books. But I do!!! I also see that Anna Pavord has a new book out - wonder if they'll stretch to that as well.

I'm also saving up for a present to myself - one of Angie Lewin's paintings. I LOVE her work. Might be a few Christmases and birthdays before I get that one.

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Permalink Reply by Jan Willetts on December 10, 2010 at 2:18

I quite fancy richard mabey's new book on Weeds-have dropped a few hints but get the distinct impression that people are starting to worry about me!

Linda Bruce said:

I've asked for Nigel Slater's Tender 2 from my family and have been told that I don't need any more books. But I do!!! I also see that Anna Pavord has a new book out - wonder if they'll stretch to that as well.

I'm also saving up for a present to myself - one of Angie Lewin's paintings. I LOVE her work. Might be a few Christmases and birthdays before I get that one.

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Permalink Reply by Sarah Rideout on December 10, 2010 at 10:59

Ha ha!!

good books here newsletter@green-shopping.co.uk

I've put Sepp Holzer's permaculture on my list. Cat has just settled down lying on my arm so can't type more! (no of course I can't just move her)

Jan Willetts said:

I quite fancy richard mabey's new book on Weeds-have dropped a few hints but get the distinct impression that people are starting to worry about me!

Linda Bruce said:

I've asked for Nigel Slater's Tender 2 from my family and have been told that I don't need any more books. But I do!!! I also see that Anna Pavord has a new book out - wonder if they'll stretch to that as well.

I'm also saving up for a present to myself - one of Angie Lewin's paintings. I LOVE her work. Might be a few Christmases and birthdays before I get that one.

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Permalink Reply by Rees Cowden on December 11, 2010 at 9:32

If you need any more ideas I have a post that has some more suggestions here.

http://greensideupblog.com/2010/11/christmas-gift-ideas-for-gardeners/

Rees Cowden said:

I have to agree with Stephen. Hands down the best gift I ever received and one that I give out often now is a pair of Felco No.2's Another suggestion I give people who ask me for gift ideas for friends and family is a good trigger nozzle for your hose and of course I suggest one of my gardening books (blatant plug).
As for me, I'm asking for a few wide and low ceramic bowls so I can start a few more succulent bowls.
Happy Gardening
Rees

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Permalink Reply by Damo on December 11, 2010 at 21:51

Thanks Rees there's some great ideas there, I don't think I'll be able to resist having a go at a mushroom growing kit much longer. And I'm definitely getting those Felco's!

Rees Cowden said:

If you need any more ideas I have a post that has some more suggestions here.

http://greensideupblog.com/2010/11/christmas-gift-ideas-for-gardeners/

Rees Cowden said:

I have to agree with Stephen. Hands down the best gift I ever received and one that I give out often now is a pair of Felco No.2's Another suggestion I give people who ask me for gift ideas for friends and family is a good trigger nozzle for your hose and of course I suggest one of my gardening books (blatant plug).
As for me, I'm asking for a few wide and low ceramic bowls so I can start a few more succulent bowls.
Happy Gardening
Rees