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  1. Selleri

    Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with

    Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south...
    Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south facing wall next to my garden bench.
    Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south facing wall next to my garden bench.
    Saracocca ( Sweet Box ). Does as well in a container as in the ground. Beautifully scented white flowers followed by small black berries. I have mine in a large(ish) container against a south...
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  2. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    Mr. Trump continuing with his $5 billion claim against the BBC. I think most of us accept that the BBC were at fault in their editing but I doubt it had any effect on either his status or his...
    Mr. Trump continuing with his $5 billion claim against the BBC. I think most of us accept that the BBC were at fault in their editing but I doubt it had any effect on either his status or his finances which appear to be at the heart of his claim. He is a rich man and he hasn't needed any...
    Mr. Trump continuing with his $5 billion claim against the BBC. I think most of us accept that the BBC were at fault in their editing but I doubt it had any effect on either his status or his finances which appear to be at the heart of his...
    Mr. Trump continuing with his $5 billion claim against the BBC. I think most of us accept that the BBC were at fault in their editing but I doubt it had any effect on either his status or his...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Not just the media at fault - most tech aware people can do exactly the same. The advertising industry have been known to be at fault here too...........using well known/trustworthy people to...
    Not just the media at fault - most tech aware people can do exactly the same. The advertising industry have been known to be at fault here too...........using well known/trustworthy people to advertise their wares.
    Not just the media at fault - most tech aware people can do exactly the same. The advertising industry have been known to be at fault here too...........using well known/trustworthy people to advertise their wares.
    Not just the media at fault - most tech aware people can do exactly the same. The advertising industry have been known to be at fault here too...........using well known/trustworthy people to...
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  4. JWK
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  5. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    A frosty, chilly day with wall to wall sunshine. :SUNsmile: 4C/39F
    A frosty, chilly day with wall to wall sunshine. :SUNsmile: 4C/39F
    A frosty, chilly day with wall to wall sunshine. :SUNsmile: 4C/39F
    A frosty, chilly day with wall to wall sunshine. :SUNsmile: 4C/39F
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  6. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 5

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    Dearie me, where has today gone? This tree has taken up more of my time than intended. We had to go to b & m for more lights, as our strand looked quite pathetic and we haven't even finished...
    Dearie me, where has today gone? This tree has taken up more of my time than intended. We had to go to b & m for more lights, as our strand looked quite pathetic and we haven't even finished decorating it. Still, it will look fab when finished! Whilst at b & m, some dog toys fell into the...
    Dearie me, where has today gone? This tree has taken up more of my time than intended. We had to go to b & m for more lights, as our strand looked quite pathetic and we haven't even finished decorating it. Still, it will look fab when...
    Dearie me, where has today gone? This tree has taken up more of my time than intended. We had to go to b & m for more lights, as our strand looked quite pathetic and we haven't even finished...
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  7. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Not sure what you have been quoted on, other than a concrete slab, but if it was for a 100mm concrete base we would ideally like a rebar mesh to reinforce it long term. Its said A142 Mesh is...
    Not sure what you have been quoted on, other than a concrete slab, but if it was for a 100mm concrete base we would ideally like a rebar mesh to reinforce it long term. Its said A142 Mesh is suitable and should not add more than £100 to the materials cost.Assume you or the contractors will be...
    Not sure what you have been quoted on, other than a concrete slab, but if it was for a 100mm concrete base we would ideally like a rebar mesh to reinforce it long term. Its said A142 Mesh is suitable and should not add more than £100 to the...
    Not sure what you have been quoted on, other than a concrete slab, but if it was for a 100mm concrete base we would ideally like a rebar mesh to reinforce it long term. Its said A142 Mesh is...
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  8. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates...
    Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates like Topsey or b all! I sow in around February time in a compost of mostly leaf mould and a little grit...
    Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates like Topsey or b all! I sow in around February time...
    Not sure if you have sown these seeds before? If you have then ignore the advice,if not! I have grown Meconopsis from seed for years and it can be a bit hit or miss. Either the seed germinates...
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  9. Retired
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    Latest hobby.

    Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...
    Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well lit; the problem is timing; I need to turn the...
    Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well...
    Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...
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  10. ben01

    Spring Bulbs coming up early

    Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
    Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
    Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
    Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
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  11. BB3

    Is it worth or even beneficial to tidy up the garden?

    I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
    I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
    I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
    I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
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  12. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
    New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
    New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
    New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
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  13. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2025

    Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
    Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
    Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
    Glad to hear you saw your idol @longk but to be honest, I'd have drowned myself in the bath listening to that.
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  14. AnniD

    Strictly Come Dancing 2025

    Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
    Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or joy.Very pleased with George and Karen and sorry...
    Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or...
    Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
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  15. Rockhopper69

    Pruning a young apple tree

    Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
    Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
    Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
    Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
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  16. Loofah
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2025

    Some things don't change @pete
    Some things don't change @pete
    Some things don't change @pete
    Some things don't change @pete
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  17. MrHappyDays

    Is there anything I can do now?

    I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
    I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a bit more cold tolerant than that, but still it's...
    I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a...
    I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
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  18. burnie
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    Onion growing 2026

    Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
    Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
    Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
    Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
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  19. hi2u_uk

    Which branches should I chop off ?

    Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
    Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
    Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
    Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
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  20. hi2u_uk

    Recommendations for lights to wrap around an outdoor plant

    I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and...
    I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and charging cable plus an indicator light. Mode button for changing light cycle. 3 power switches - on, off,...
    I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and charging cable plus an indicator light. Mode button for...
    I bought LUMIFY usb solar fairy lights for my large holly bush in the front garden. It obviously works on solar power but also on a rechargeable battery. Comes with a usb charging port and...
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