I had a quick glance in response to your post.

It looked like a fascinating forum for those interested in growing tropicals, and appears to be known and loved for its wit, expertise & intelligent approach.

Their issue seems to be maintaining civilised and good quality discussion expressed in clear and correct written English. How can any one have a quarrel with that? Isn't that what everyone wants to find in any internet forum?

Seems to me you've come onto this forum to try to stir things and to look for a clique of your own to do it with. I doubt, somehow, that you'll find any takers here.

Thanks for the link. Looks a great site for info. on Exotics. Will definitely be joining!

It looks quite interesting if you're into exotics - I'm not, in the main, but have the occasional question relating to them. I prefer to read forums where people are polite, don't write posts in txt-speak and with a lack of spammers. Usually, boards like that are moderated. It doesn't mean they get it right all of the time, but generally if you don't like the rules, there is always the option of going elsewhere or starting your own.

Well, I've joined the site and the info. is prodigious. Not into Exotics, mainly. I grow a couple (Brugs and I'm tryingCestrums) but the site seems O.K. If you don't like Mods., go on Boxing Rebels. THey'll give you a run for your money!!!

Yes, I joined it as well, but with a different username. See you over there. I like exotics but small-time compared to the guys on UK Oasis!

Hi,g_n. I'm under the same user name. They certainly know their exotics!!!

They sure do. A whole thread on miniscule differences between Musa sikkimensis leaves. Errrrrm...they're just leaves aren't they?
I'll be sitting quietly in the corner over there!

Any move and youre banned

What is a "Move"?

You're not a High Court Judge by any chance, WeatherLawyer??

I have been a uko member for quite a while and I have to say it is not a repressive place everyone is welcomed there have been some recent issues with a few people who did not respect the board rules. I would say it is the best source of knowledge for tropical growing in the uk possibly in europe and some of the friendliest people i have ever met just because one or two people have abused the welcome they received it is no reason to try and dissuade anyone else from joining this fantastic forum.. as for Paul he's a great chap full of advice. I would say to anyone interested in tropicals have a look you'll get hooked.

Here is a link that might be useful: UKO

That reminds me: I tried to join UK Oasis a few months ago. I filled out the on-line registration form, was sent a welcoming email, but then couldn't ever log in. It was really annoying, because I could see my information, part of which I'd filled in incorrectly, but was unable to change it. I emailed them but got no response.

I've thoroughly enjoyed what I've read of it so far.

I registered about a week ago and the system obviously worked then. You could try again, maybe witha different user-name, Ornata?

Hi, g_n make it a garden seat and I'll join you! Bit intimidating, aren't they?

Just a bit! Don't think they mean to be, though - it's just that they all live on Planet Exotica.

Hi, g_n. The first question I asked (about C. Nocturnum) was answred by the statement that I shouldn't bother!! But the info. I got after that was useful. As you imply, handy for info. but keep away from the intricate details!

Yes, I read that thread. No shortage of opinions over there, but they do seem friendly enough and of course, mind-bogglingly knowledgeable!

Hi g-n, I haven't forgotten about the cuttings you wanted. (If I manage to strike some!!)