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Is it worth or even beneficial to tidy up the garden?
Generally I tidy up anything that's gone black and mushy, but leave those things holding their shape. Might be a change this year, being so mild, and I'll take down the Acanthus senni, Dahlia...
Generally I tidy up anything that's gone black and mushy, but leave those things holding their shape. Might be a change this year, being so mild, and I'll take down the Acanthus senni, Dahlia imperialis and the Impatiens tinctoria after Christmas to give some of the spring growers a chance.
Generally I tidy up anything that's gone black and mushy, but leave those things holding their shape. Might be a change this year, being so mild, and I'll take down the Acanthus senni, Dahlia imperialis and the Impatiens tinctoria after...
Generally I tidy up anything that's gone black and mushy, but leave those things holding their shape. Might be a change this year, being so mild, and I'll take down the Acanthus senni, Dahlia...
BB3, Dec 10, 2025 at 6:39 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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NigelJ
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Thank you for all the kind wishes and treatment tips, Husband says the pain was a bit less last night, will make decision in morning if need to ring dr again. iv just transplanted a few of the...
Thank you for all the kind wishes and treatment tips, Husband says the pain was a bit less last night, will make decision in morning if need to ring dr again. iv just transplanted a few of the bulbs that we found around the dug out shrubs along with a few of my bought bulbs. Again because they...
Thank you for all the kind wishes and treatment tips, Husband says the pain was a bit less last night, will make decision in morning if need to ring dr again. iv just transplanted a few of the bulbs that we found around the dug out shrubs along...
Thank you for all the kind wishes and treatment tips, Husband says the pain was a bit less last night, will make decision in morning if need to ring dr again. iv just transplanted a few of the...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 266 267 268
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Peaceful Gardener
Dec 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Looking at the image, you can see she blends perfectly into the background colours.
Looking at the image, you can see she blends perfectly into the background colours.
Looking at the image, you can see she blends perfectly into the background colours.
Looking at the image, you can see she blends perfectly into the background colours.
wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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hydrogardener
Dec 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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Latest hobby.
Well done Colin
Well done Colin
Well done Colin
Well done Colin
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3
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Logan
Dec 13, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Recommendations for lights to wrap around an outdoor plant
Light pollution is a growing problem; it upsets nocturnal creatures and makes terrestrial astronomy difficult especially from back gardens.
Light pollution is a growing problem; it upsets nocturnal creatures and makes terrestrial astronomy difficult especially from back gardens.
Light pollution is a growing problem; it upsets nocturnal creatures and makes terrestrial astronomy difficult especially from back gardens.
Light pollution is a growing problem; it upsets nocturnal creatures and makes terrestrial astronomy difficult especially from back gardens.
hi2u_uk, Dec 12, 2025 at 7:44 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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NigelJ
Dec 14, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Perhaps the same as a Smart Meter. Collects your information for it's own use ? Either that or it is incredibly well dressed
Perhaps the same as a Smart Meter. Collects your information for it's own use ? Either that or it is incredibly well dressed
Perhaps the same as a Smart Meter. Collects your information for it's own use ? Either that or it is incredibly well dressed
Perhaps the same as a Smart Meter. Collects your information for it's own use ? Either that or it is incredibly well dressed
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 399 400 401
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Philippa
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Spring Bulbs coming up early
I have tulips through the compost in the greenhouse and the garden. Spring bulbs start to grow earlier than many realise; snowdrops and crocuses start to develop roots and shoots in late summer...
I have tulips through the compost in the greenhouse and the garden. Spring bulbs start to grow earlier than many realise; snowdrops and crocuses start to develop roots and shoots in late summer and daffodils soon after.
I have tulips through the compost in the greenhouse and the garden. Spring bulbs start to grow earlier than many realise; snowdrops and crocuses start to develop roots and shoots in late summer and daffodils soon after.
I have tulips through the compost in the greenhouse and the garden. Spring bulbs start to grow earlier than many realise; snowdrops and crocuses start to develop roots and shoots in late summer...
ben01, Nov 9, 2011, General Gardening Discussion
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NigelJ
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
WORDS
Whatever we think about the English language it is often the first choice of those wishing to learn a 2nd language. We used to host students from various countries who attended the local college...
Whatever we think about the English language it is often the first choice of those wishing to learn a 2nd language. We used to host students from various countries who attended the local college to learn English. The evening meal was the time everyone got together resulting in an extra lesson...
Whatever we think about the English language it is often the first choice of those wishing to learn a 2nd language. We used to host students from various countries who attended the local college to learn English. The evening meal was the time...
Whatever we think about the English language it is often the first choice of those wishing to learn a 2nd language. We used to host students from various countries who attended the local college...
BB3, Mar 15, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Philippa
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Eucomis question
Thank you @Spruce I shall do that ...
Thank you @Spruce I shall do that ...
Thank you @Spruce I shall do that ...
Thank you @Spruce I shall do that ...
Michael Hewett, Dec 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM, Other Plants
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Michael Hewett
Dec 14, 2025 at 6:58 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Afternoon all.I’ve checked in on Dad and taken him some cooked chicken (put some in for him whilst the oven was on yesterday) so he can make a few sandwiches with that. Off to see MIL next. I...
Afternoon all.I’ve checked in on Dad and taken him some cooked chicken (put some in for him whilst the oven was on yesterday) so he can make a few sandwiches with that. Off to see MIL next. I have a couple of empty tubs to take back to her so with any luck she might refill with Welsh Cakes. Or...
Afternoon all.I’ve checked in on Dad and taken him some cooked chicken (put some in for him whilst the oven was on yesterday) so he can make a few sandwiches with that. Off to see MIL next. I have a couple of empty tubs to take back to her so...
Afternoon all.I’ve checked in on Dad and taken him some cooked chicken (put some in for him whilst the oven was on yesterday) so he can make a few sandwiches with that. Off to see MIL next. I...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 395 396 397
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AuntyRach
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
Surprisingly the geese are still on the move here - they are very late leaving.
Surprisingly the geese are still on the move here - they are very late leaving.
Surprisingly the geese are still on the move here - they are very late leaving.
Surprisingly the geese are still on the move here - they are very late leaving.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 46 47 48
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Sheal
Dec 13, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Dendrobium kingianum
One of mine is just a mass of roots but no flowers, maybe it needs a bit of attention.
One of mine is just a mass of roots but no flowers, maybe it needs a bit of attention.
One of mine is just a mass of roots but no flowers, maybe it needs a bit of attention.
One of mine is just a mass of roots but no flowers, maybe it needs a bit of attention.

Fof, Feb 6, 2024, Tropical Gardening ... 2 3
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pete
Dec 14, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Hi,Heavy rain all day today and for tomorrow; the high wind coming up the valley is perishing. It's settled into a pattern; the clouds drop the heavy rain for a day or two then return to base to...
Hi,Heavy rain all day today and for tomorrow; the high wind coming up the valley is perishing. It's settled into a pattern; the clouds drop the heavy rain for a day or two then return to base to fill up leaving a single dry day then they return to drop another load of heavy rain; the gardens...
Hi,Heavy rain all day today and for tomorrow; the high wind coming up the valley is perishing. It's settled into a pattern; the clouds drop the heavy rain for a day or two then return to base to fill up leaving a single dry day then they return...
Hi,Heavy rain all day today and for tomorrow; the high wind coming up the valley is perishing. It's settled into a pattern; the clouds drop the heavy rain for a day or two then return to base to...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 524 525 526
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Retired
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Thank you @AuntyRach - not sure what's happened there. But I was doing it on the bus so not fully concentrating as my stop was coming up!
Thank you @AuntyRach - not sure what's happened there. But I was doing it on the bus so not fully concentrating as my stop was coming up!
Thank you @AuntyRach - not sure what's happened there. But I was doing it on the bus so not fully concentrating as my stop was coming up!
Thank you @AuntyRach - not sure what's happened there. But I was doing it on the bus so not fully concentrating as my stop was coming up!
AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 6 7 8
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LG_
Dec 13, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Whaaattt?
Two things on the assisted dying bill.... firstly, one of the main proponents of the bill, Esther Rantzen, is still alive many, many months after she was allegedly going to die of terminal...
Two things on the assisted dying bill.... firstly, one of the main proponents of the bill, Esther Rantzen, is still alive many, many months after she was allegedly going to die of terminal cancer. If that doesn't prove just how little that doctors can actually be sure that someone is going to...
Two things on the assisted dying bill.... firstly, one of the main proponents of the bill, Esther Rantzen, is still alive many, many months after she was allegedly going to die of terminal cancer. If that doesn't prove just how little that...
Two things on the assisted dying bill.... firstly, one of the main proponents of the bill, Esther Rantzen, is still alive many, many months after she was allegedly going to die of terminal...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 274 275 276
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Fat Controller
Dec 14, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Cordon Apple Trees, Site ?
Stepovers might be better in that situationI planted two cordon apples on our east facing wall more than ten years and although they blossom, it's only this year that we had a very small crop....
Stepovers might be better in that situationI planted two cordon apples on our east facing wall more than ten years and although they blossom, it's only this year that we had a very small crop. However I have very rarely watered them so that might be why, plants have to sink or swim in this...
Stepovers might be better in that situationI planted two cordon apples on our east facing wall more than ten years and although they blossom, it's only this year that we had a very small crop. However I have very rarely watered them so that...
Stepovers might be better in that situationI planted two cordon apples on our east facing wall more than ten years and although they blossom, it's only this year that we had a very small crop....
ricky101, Dec 12, 2025 at 8:41 PM, Edible Gardening
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lizzie27
Dec 13, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025
Festive cacti.
Festive cacti.
Festive cacti.
Festive cacti.

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, Photo Competitions
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cactus_girl
Dec 13, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Poincettia colouring up for Christmas 2025
Lovely blue sky too @Victoria .
Lovely blue sky too @Victoria .
Lovely blue sky too @Victoria .
Lovely blue sky too @Victoria .
Victoria, Dec 13, 2025 at 1:18 PM, Tropical Gardening
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Plantminded
Dec 13, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Today our village garden club had a bring and share lunch. Great to catch up with those in the club that as garden visits to each have stopped you don't actually see many. Great lunch. Then we...
Today our village garden club had a bring and share lunch. Great to catch up with those in the club that as garden visits to each have stopped you don't actually see many. Great lunch. Then we dropped off some cards and fruits to friends and then went to top up the cider container. A real pity...
Today our village garden club had a bring and share lunch. Great to catch up with those in the club that as garden visits to each have stopped you don't actually see many. Great lunch. Then we dropped off some cards and fruits to friends and then...
Today our village garden club had a bring and share lunch. Great to catch up with those in the club that as garden visits to each have stopped you don't actually see many. Great lunch. Then we...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 9 10 11
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On the Levels
Dec 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Onion growing 2026
Nope, just in the conservatory in a prop with a clear lid on it, seem to always do well(now there's a kiss of death lol)
Nope, just in the conservatory in a prop with a clear lid on it, seem to always do well(now there's a kiss of death lol)
Nope, just in the conservatory in a prop with a clear lid on it, seem to always do well(now there's a kiss of death lol)
Nope, just in the conservatory in a prop with a clear lid on it, seem to always do well(now there's a kiss of death lol)
burnie, Dec 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM, Edible Gardening
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burnie
Dec 13, 2025 at 3:06 PM

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