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Bark scraped off base of the base of an ash tree - prevention?
A picture may help.We get cat damage from where they sharpen their claws. They stand on their back feet, stretch out and paw away. It leaves vertical scars about the same width. On a tree with...
A picture may help.We get cat damage from where they sharpen their claws. They stand on their back feet, stretch out and paw away. It leaves vertical scars about the same width. On a tree with thicker bark they would probably pull it off. I do live in an urban area so we don't have badgers...
A picture may help.We get cat damage from where they sharpen their claws. They stand on their back feet, stretch out and paw away. It leaves vertical scars about the same width. On a tree with thicker bark they would probably pull it off. I do...
A picture may help.We get cat damage from where they sharpen their claws. They stand on their back feet, stretch out and paw away. It leaves vertical scars about the same width. On a tree with...
TheMadHedger, Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 AM, Trees
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Thevictorian
Dec 23, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Morning. I am pleased to report that, as night fell, we looked as tacky as our neighbours! (Though 2 of them have giant inflatable penguins, which we will not be copying!) Thanks for your advice...
Morning. I am pleased to report that, as night fell, we looked as tacky as our neighbours! (Though 2 of them have giant inflatable penguins, which we will not be copying!) Thanks for your advice @Allotment Boy. Our oven is a Bosch, so we're favouring one of those, at the moment. Can't do...
Morning. I am pleased to report that, as night fell, we looked as tacky as our neighbours! (Though 2 of them have giant inflatable penguins, which we will not be copying!) Thanks for your advice @Allotment Boy. Our oven is a Bosch, so we're...
Morning. I am pleased to report that, as night fell, we looked as tacky as our neighbours! (Though 2 of them have giant inflatable penguins, which we will not be copying!) Thanks for your advice...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 404 405 406
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 23, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
It comes from a film. A man wanted to make his wife think she was going mad, and one of his tactics was to keep dimming the gas lights (I think by turning on lights in the attic so the pressure...
It comes from a film. A man wanted to make his wife think she was going mad, and one of his tactics was to keep dimming the gas lights (I think by turning on lights in the attic so the pressure was reduced). Then when she commented on it he would claim they were just as bright as usual.It was...
It comes from a film. A man wanted to make his wife think she was going mad, and one of his tactics was to keep dimming the gas lights (I think by turning on lights in the attic so the pressure was reduced). Then when she commented on it he would...
It comes from a film. A man wanted to make his wife think she was going mad, and one of his tactics was to keep dimming the gas lights (I think by turning on lights in the attic so the pressure...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 410 411 412
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Escarpment
Dec 23, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 10 11 12
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Thevictorian
Dec 23, 2025 at 10:17 AM
New Tree for the Garden
Having seen this year's crops I'd be a bit wary of buying an apple tree!I have bought an apricot this year and plan to get a plum too during bare root season.
Having seen this year's crops I'd be a bit wary of buying an apple tree!I have bought an apricot this year and plan to get a plum too during bare root season.
Having seen this year's crops I'd be a bit wary of buying an apple tree!I have bought an apricot this year and plan to get a plum too during bare root season.
Having seen this year's crops I'd be a bit wary of buying an apple tree!I have bought an apricot this year and plan to get a plum too during bare root season.
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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Escarpment
Dec 23, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Repeat of yesterday - damp, dull, dreary. Max 9c. Xmas Day looks promising!
Repeat of yesterday - damp, dull, dreary. Max 9c. Xmas Day looks promising!
Repeat of yesterday - damp, dull, dreary. Max 9c. Xmas Day looks promising!
Repeat of yesterday - damp, dull, dreary. Max 9c. Xmas Day looks promising!
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 537 538 539
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Bluejayway
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Whaaattt?
Now here's one tradition I would be VERY sorry to lose:The Guardian view on sending letters: the writing’s on the wall
Now here's one tradition I would be VERY sorry to lose:The Guardian view on sending letters: the writing’s on the wall
Now here's one tradition I would be VERY sorry to lose:The Guardian view on sending letters: the writing’s on the wall
Now here's one tradition I would be VERY sorry to lose:The Guardian view on sending letters: the writing’s on the wall
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 289 290 291
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Tinkerton
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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Slow pages
I'm getting faster as well with page's, Thank you FC and team for the work you do
I'm getting faster as well with page's, Thank you FC and team for the work you do
I'm getting faster as well with page's, Thank you FC and team for the work you do
I'm getting faster as well with page's, Thank you FC and team for the work you do
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2 3
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Jiffy
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Latest hobby.
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a friend's daughter who is learning to sew.I use Pound...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a...
Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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2,139
Escarpment
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:13 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2025
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
Heard about the joke of the Trump fleet? The biggus dickus fleet in the whole world? It has to be a joke?
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 109 110 111
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90,575
Tidemark
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Rose Gauntlet
Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
Meomye, Dec 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Meomye
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:56 AM
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Onion growing 2026
I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
burnie, Dec 12, 2025, Edible Gardening
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6
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270
pete
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:50 AM
TurfWorld Limited
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re planning a new lawn or considering turfing over...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
Warren Jones, Dec 3, 2025, Business Directory
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Warren Jones
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
Oliver has lovely blue eyes.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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22,061
cactus_girl
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:26 AM
what to put on lawn now in December
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
adamadamant, Dec 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM, Lawns
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64
adamadamant
Dec 23, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Books: Thursday murder club (R Osman)
MSNA very interesting Guardian article on AI. It is hopeful that the AI bubble will burst and then legislation etc can be put in to control harms. I'm not so sure. Super intelligent AI will...
MSNA very interesting Guardian article on AI. It is hopeful that the AI bubble will burst and then legislation etc can be put in to control harms. I'm not so sure. Super intelligent AI will be a force very difficult to control once out there.
MSNA very interesting Guardian article on AI. It is hopeful that the AI bubble will burst and then legislation etc can be put in to control harms. I'm not so sure. Super intelligent AI will be a force very difficult to control once out there.
MSNA very interesting Guardian article on AI. It is hopeful that the AI bubble will burst and then legislation etc can be put in to control harms. I'm not so sure. Super intelligent AI will...
Selleri, Apr 13, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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ViewAhead
Dec 23, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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390
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31,304
Tidemark
Dec 23, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some of the pots of plants on the patio and in the...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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shiney
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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On the Levels
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Squash/gourd id help please!
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area ... 2
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267
Adam I
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM

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