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  1. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    I'm now having problems with page's slow to change + 2 clicks to do things and then nowt happens :mad:
    I'm now having problems with page's slow to change + 2 clicks to do things and then nowt happens :mad:
    I'm now having problems with page's slow to change + 2 clicks to do things and then nowt happens :mad:
    I'm now having problems with page's slow to change + 2 clicks to do things and then nowt happens :mad:
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  2. BB3

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

    50/50 - partially ignore, partially tidy up. I have loads of ivy climbing the wall - it (ivy) tends to bush up on the top of the wall every year; cherry laurels in the end of the garden - not my...
    50/50 - partially ignore, partially tidy up. I have loads of ivy climbing the wall - it (ivy) tends to bush up on the top of the wall every year; cherry laurels in the end of the garden - not my choice, they were there as large trees when I moved in - I had a gardener to reduce those to bare...
    50/50 - partially ignore, partially tidy up. I have loads of ivy climbing the wall - it (ivy) tends to bush up on the top of the wall every year; cherry laurels in the end of the garden - not my choice, they were there as large trees when I moved...
    50/50 - partially ignore, partially tidy up. I have loads of ivy climbing the wall - it (ivy) tends to bush up on the top of the wall every year; cherry laurels in the end of the garden - not my...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I don't understand the motivation, but I don't see it as any worse than eating meat. At least the animal lived free and (hopefully) died quickly and painlessly, unlike so many of our intensively...
    I don't understand the motivation, but I don't see it as any worse than eating meat. At least the animal lived free and (hopefully) died quickly and painlessly, unlike so many of our intensively farmed livestock.
    I don't understand the motivation, but I don't see it as any worse than eating meat. At least the animal lived free and (hopefully) died quickly and painlessly, unlike so many of our intensively farmed livestock.
    I don't understand the motivation, but I don't see it as any worse than eating meat. At least the animal lived free and (hopefully) died quickly and painlessly, unlike so many of our intensively...
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  4. burnie

    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...
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  5. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    Rosa "Lolabelle" Arum pictum the silver veins become more prominent as spring approaches.Vesta foetidaArum italicumHydrangea daimingshanensis Guiz 48
    Rosa "Lolabelle" Arum pictum the silver veins become more prominent as spring approaches.Vesta foetidaArum italicumHydrangea daimingshanensis Guiz 48
    Rosa "Lolabelle" Arum pictum the silver veins become more prominent as spring approaches.Vesta foetidaArum italicumHydrangea daimingshanensis Guiz 48
    Rosa "Lolabelle" Arum pictum the silver veins become more prominent as spring approaches.Vesta foetidaArum italicumHydrangea daimingshanensis Guiz 48
    PXL_20251201_091612357.jpg Tecomaria 1 Dec 25.jpg Brugmansia 1 Dec 25.jpg andorea Jasminoides 1 Dec 25.jpg Impatiens tinctoria 4.JPG Fuchsia microphylla 3.JPG
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  6. Selleri

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

    I know what you mean. Most people rave about Jasmine but I know someone who can't stand it. Same with things like Hyacinths.
    I know what you mean. Most people rave about Jasmine but I know someone who can't stand it. Same with things like Hyacinths.
    I know what you mean. Most people rave about Jasmine but I know someone who can't stand it. Same with things like Hyacinths.
    I know what you mean. Most people rave about Jasmine but I know someone who can't stand it. Same with things like Hyacinths.
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  7. madpenguin

    Drain cover decoration.

    This is what we did with ours:-I'm just about to pressure wash the patio so these are a bit mucky
    This is what we did with ours:-I'm just about to pressure wash the patio so these are a bit mucky
    This is what we did with ours:-I'm just about to pressure wash the patio so these are a bit mucky
    This is what we did with ours:-I'm just about to pressure wash the patio so these are a bit mucky
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  8. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    @AuntyRach my visitor was definitely a kestrel - too small to be a sparrowhawk and although it looks as if he is lurking he had actually sort of 'fallen' into the shrubs and that was the movement...
    @AuntyRach my visitor was definitely a kestrel - too small to be a sparrowhawk and although it looks as if he is lurking he had actually sort of 'fallen' into the shrubs and that was the movement that drew my attention to him as he struggled to right himself. I do get a sparrowhawk in my back...
    @AuntyRach my visitor was definitely a kestrel - too small to be a sparrowhawk and although it looks as if he is lurking he had actually sort of 'fallen' into the shrubs and that was the movement that drew my attention to him as he struggled to...
    @AuntyRach my visitor was definitely a kestrel - too small to be a sparrowhawk and although it looks as if he is lurking he had actually sort of 'fallen' into the shrubs and that was the movement...
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  9. Fof
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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. :spinning::spinning:Seasons greetings...
    Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. :spinning::spinning:Seasons greetings all.Fof
    Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. :spinning::spinning:Seasons greetings all.Fof
    Still flowers are appearing. Today I have Turbinicarpus viereckiiWhile I await Turbinicarpus flaviflorusand Turbinicarpus horripilusWinter gets brighter at times. :spinning::spinning:Seasons greetings...
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  10. MrHappyDays
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    Giving plants as xmas presents

    The shops always have arrangements of plants in baskets or whatever, trimmed up with ribbons/bows/general glittery tat, and they seem to sell well. I fear most of them will barely last longer than...
    The shops always have arrangements of plants in baskets or whatever, trimmed up with ribbons/bows/general glittery tat, and they seem to sell well. I fear most of them will barely last longer than a bunch of flowers though.
    The shops always have arrangements of plants in baskets or whatever, trimmed up with ribbons/bows/general glittery tat, and they seem to sell well. I fear most of them will barely last longer than a bunch of flowers though.
    The shops always have arrangements of plants in baskets or whatever, trimmed up with ribbons/bows/general glittery tat, and they seem to sell well. I fear most of them will barely last longer than...
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  11. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    I had a walk half past when the sun came out. 2 miles, not bad. Continued working, just finished, I’m shattered and too tired to go out and to enjoy the sunshine. Will sit in the garden in a few...
    I had a walk half past when the sun came out. 2 miles, not bad. Continued working, just finished, I’m shattered and too tired to go out and to enjoy the sunshine. Will sit in the garden in a few minutes. 10c, feels like Spring :)
    I had a walk half past when the sun came out. 2 miles, not bad. Continued working, just finished, I’m shattered and too tired to go out and to enjoy the sunshine. Will sit in the garden in a few minutes. 10c, feels like Spring :)
    I had a walk half past when the sun came out. 2 miles, not bad. Continued working, just finished, I’m shattered and too tired to go out and to enjoy the sunshine. Will sit in the garden in a few...
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  12. wiseowl
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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.
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  13. JWK
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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.
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  14. JWK
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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...
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  15. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    Watched the latest "Talking Dirty" podcast and this plant was mentioned as a marmite plant Not for me that one.
    Watched the latest "Talking Dirty" podcast and this plant was mentioned as a marmite plant Not for me that one.
    Watched the latest "Talking Dirty" podcast and this plant was mentioned as a marmite plant Not for me that one.
    Watched the latest "Talking Dirty" podcast and this plant was mentioned as a marmite plant Not for me that one.
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  16. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    Glad Berry is doing ok. I've got a real soft spot for golden retrievers and especially the lighter colour ones, as our previous dog was one. All the kids called her polar bear dog.
    Glad Berry is doing ok. I've got a real soft spot for golden retrievers and especially the lighter colour ones, as our previous dog was one. All the kids called her polar bear dog.
    Glad Berry is doing ok. I've got a real soft spot for golden retrievers and especially the lighter colour ones, as our previous dog was one. All the kids called her polar bear dog.
    Glad Berry is doing ok. I've got a real soft spot for golden retrievers and especially the lighter colour ones, as our previous dog was one. All the kids called her polar bear dog.
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  17. JWK
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  18. Loofah
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2025

    Typical ! but don't worry, rain is never far away :biggrin:
    Typical ! but don't worry, rain is never far away :biggrin:
    Typical ! but don't worry, rain is never far away :biggrin:
    Typical ! but don't worry, rain is never far away :biggrin:
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  19. TheMadHedger
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  20. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?

    Santa travelling by Sea King!
    Santa travelling by Sea King!
    Santa travelling by Sea King!
    Santa travelling by Sea King!
    Snow Bunting.JPG SB 19.JPG PS 3.JPG SB 19.JPG PS 2.JPG DSCF1941.jpg
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