In message , Harold Walker
writes
Excuse top posting.....have been gardening since 1935 or there abouts...does
that qualify me?

Anyone can post here. Unless people are abusive or offensive, others
normally make them welcome. If they have as much gardening experience
as you, they generally make several new virtual friends. Some of us have
even been known to meet on occasion. If you are unsure of the
etiquette, don't worry. Someone is bound to be a bit rude about it but
don't let that get you down. Most people here are friendly. Dive in
and have a go.
--
June Hughes