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Is it worth or even beneficial to tidy up the garden?
Watch out for weeds. My weeds are growing fast and furious and it is still poring down and blowing strong but their numbers will be up one day soon.
Watch out for weeds. My weeds are growing fast and furious and it is still poring down and blowing strong but their numbers will be up one day soon.
Watch out for weeds. My weeds are growing fast and furious and it is still poring down and blowing strong but their numbers will be up one day soon.
Watch out for weeds. My weeds are growing fast and furious and it is still poring down and blowing strong but their numbers will be up one day soon.
BB3, Dec 10, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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waterbut
Dec 18, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Whaaattt?
In my case, the doctor had the same surname as an ex colleague of mine and I told him this and he told me that yes, he too was from Iran but had come here to escape the country after the fall of...
In my case, the doctor had the same surname as an ex colleague of mine and I told him this and he told me that yes, he too was from Iran but had come here to escape the country after the fall of the Shah. It was a very amicable conversation. So far as I can remember he seemed quite happy, in the...
In my case, the doctor had the same surname as an ex colleague of mine and I told him this and he told me that yes, he too was from Iran but had come here to escape the country after the fall of the Shah. It was a very amicable conversation. So...
In my case, the doctor had the same surname as an ex colleague of mine and I told him this and he told me that yes, he too was from Iran but had come here to escape the country after the fall of...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 283 284 285
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Tidemark
Dec 18, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Potato growing 2026
Talking of potato growing. My neighbour has an allotment and he was telling me his neighbour at the allotments earths up his potatoes with grass cuttings instead of earth. I have no intention of...
Talking of potato growing. My neighbour has an allotment and he was telling me his neighbour at the allotments earths up his potatoes with grass cuttings instead of earth. I have no intention of doing this but has anyone tried it with success.
Talking of potato growing. My neighbour has an allotment and he was telling me his neighbour at the allotments earths up his potatoes with grass cuttings instead of earth. I have no intention of doing this but has anyone tried it with success.
Talking of potato growing. My neighbour has an allotment and he was telling me his neighbour at the allotments earths up his potatoes with grass cuttings instead of earth. I have no intention of...
burnie, Dec 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM, Edible Gardening
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waterbut
Dec 18, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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What's Looking Good December 2025
Nothing.
Nothing.
Nothing.
Nothing.
shiney, Dec 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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waterbut
Dec 18, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with
Go to a GC with outdoor section and see what is still green then as suggested smell it.
Go to a GC with outdoor section and see what is still green then as suggested smell it.
Go to a GC with outdoor section and see what is still green then as suggested smell it.
Go to a GC with outdoor section and see what is still green then as suggested smell it.
Selleri, Dec 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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waterbut
Dec 18, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Re the changeover to digital phones (VOIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol):- from what I have been told by BT you would normally be allowed up to three months to defer the changeover. They do...
Re the changeover to digital phones (VOIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol):- from what I have been told by BT you would normally be allowed up to three months to defer the changeover. They do have battery backups and I was originally told they lasted half an hour, then they had upgraded it to...
Re the changeover to digital phones (VOIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol):- from what I have been told by BT you would normally be allowed up to three months to defer the changeover. They do have battery backups and I was originally told they...
Re the changeover to digital phones (VOIP or Voice Over Internet Protocol):- from what I have been told by BT you would normally be allowed up to three months to defer the changeover. They do...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 406 407 408
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shiney
Dec 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Drain cover decoration.
Plastic??? Not seen those either.There are the thin galvanised ones that bend when you walk on them.
Plastic??? Not seen those either.There are the thin galvanised ones that bend when you walk on them.
Plastic??? Not seen those either.There are the thin galvanised ones that bend when you walk on them.
Plastic??? Not seen those either.There are the thin galvanised ones that bend when you walk on them.
madpenguin, Dec 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM, Garden Projects and DIY
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pete
Dec 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Hello everyone. Well hair 'do' went OK and I am happy with the results. The guy who had been my second in department at school came to have his hair cut too so we had an extra special catch up -...
Hello everyone. Well hair 'do' went OK and I am happy with the results. The guy who had been my second in department at school came to have his hair cut too so we had an extra special catch up - with a bit of reminiscing. He lost his wife earlier this year but is now pursuing his hobbies of golf...
Hello everyone. Well hair 'do' went OK and I am happy with the results. The guy who had been my second in department at school came to have his hair cut too so we had an extra special catch up - with a bit of reminiscing. He lost his wife earlier...
Hello everyone. Well hair 'do' went OK and I am happy with the results. The guy who had been my second in department at school came to have his hair cut too so we had an extra special catch up -...

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 399 400 401
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Ladybird4
Dec 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Today's flower
Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. Seasons greetings...
Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. Seasons greetings all.Fof
Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. Seasons greetings all.Fof
Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. Seasons greetings...

Fof, Dec 18, 2025 at 1:08 PM, Cacti and Succulents
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Fof
Dec 18, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Giving plants as xmas presents
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the tips!
MrHappyDays, Dec 18, 2025 at 10:23 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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MrHappyDays
Dec 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Picture from our friend's veranda at 4 o'clock-ish ...
Picture from our friend's veranda at 4 o'clock-ish ...
Picture from our friend's veranda at 4 o'clock-ish ...
Picture from our friend's veranda at 4 o'clock-ish ...

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 531 532 533
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Victoria
Dec 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS
If it's Christmas then spring cannot be far away and happy gardening everybody.
If it's Christmas then spring cannot be far away and happy gardening everybody.
If it's Christmas then spring cannot be far away and happy gardening everybody.
If it's Christmas then spring cannot be far away and happy gardening everybody.
wiseowl, Dec 17, 2025 at 8:39 AM, Members Gallery
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NigelJ
Dec 18, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
Pulled the fridge out, cleaned the drip tray over the compressor and the floor, wiped the top and sides of the fridge. Then repeat with the freezer.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 9 10 11
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NigelJ
Dec 18, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting...
I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting the bus stuck and eating my turkey sandwich along with a flask of coffee.
I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting the bus stuck and eating my turkey sandwich along...
I was driving a buses at the time when we had a very bad winter, ice & snow and very few roads gritted. The worst part for me was driving my Fiesta getting to the bus dept. I can remember getting...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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john558
Dec 18, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Planted 10 more of the' ice wings' daffs this morning as we had short time of no rain, now really heavy rain this evening. Tomorrow will try & plant up half of the rest in to large containters...
Planted 10 more of the' ice wings' daffs this morning as we had short time of no rain, now really heavy rain this evening. Tomorrow will try & plant up half of the rest in to large containters to have by front door. iv still got the pink tulips to plant there that husband bought me, will do...
Planted 10 more of the' ice wings' daffs this morning as we had short time of no rain, now really heavy rain this evening. Tomorrow will try & plant up half of the rest in to large containters to have by front door. iv still got the pink...
Planted 10 more of the' ice wings' daffs this morning as we had short time of no rain, now really heavy rain this evening. Tomorrow will try & plant up half of the rest in to large containters...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 267 268 269
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Peaceful Gardener
Dec 18, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
I'm glad to know Berry is all right now, normal blood test and tooth removed, he'll be happier now. Thanks for letting us know @Logan ... My friend has cats and she swears by metacam, she's got...
I'm glad to know Berry is all right now, normal blood test and tooth removed, he'll be happier now. Thanks for letting us know @Logan ... My friend has cats and she swears by metacam, she's got some in the house for emergencies.
I'm glad to know Berry is all right now, normal blood test and tooth removed, he'll be happier now. Thanks for letting us know @Logan ... My friend has cats and she swears by metacam, she's got some in the house for emergencies.
I'm glad to know Berry is all right now, normal blood test and tooth removed, he'll be happier now. Thanks for letting us know @Logan ... My friend has cats and she swears by metacam, she's got...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 17 18 19
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Michael Hewett
Dec 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 106 107 108
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Ergates
Dec 18, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2025
Bm store have bulbs on sale. Couldn't resist.
Bm store have bulbs on sale. Couldn't resist.
Bm store have bulbs on sale. Couldn't resist.
Bm store have bulbs on sale. Couldn't resist.

Loofah, Jan 8, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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Alisa
Dec 18, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Bark scraped off base of the base of an ash tree - prevention?
Nope, no deer.
Nope, no deer.
Nope, no deer.
Nope, no deer.
TheMadHedger, Dec 17, 2025 at 10:39 AM, Trees
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TheMadHedger
Dec 18, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
It's the smell of blood, animals just know there is something wrong when they smell blood
It's the smell of blood, animals just know there is something wrong when they smell blood
It's the smell of blood, animals just know there is something wrong when they smell blood
It's the smell of blood, animals just know there is something wrong when they smell blood
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 47 48 49
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Jiffy
Dec 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM

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