In message , Eskimo Will
writes

"John Hall" wrote in message
...

I'm no horticulturalist, but I suspect that here in Surrey last
weekend's frosts were sharp enough to put an abrupt stop to most growth.

Hi John, in my experience you need two sub -2C nights to do a proper
job.

I think we would have had that.

Up here it is the wind and lashing rain that gives most plants a
hammering from October onwards. Frost and snow then wipe the tender
ones completely out. All my half hardys are now safely inside the
conservatory. Tenders I don't bother with trying to over-winter.
Hardies stay out to take their chances.

Will

We've had some wind and lashing rain in recent weeks, though of course
not of the severity that you often get.
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John Hall
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