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New Tree for the Garden
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it. My decision-making process involves changing my...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it....
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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CostasK
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not helping - particularly with their most recent approval of illegal settlements. They quite openly state...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not helping - particularly with their most recent approval...
Nowadays it's hot air - no shortage of that lately No one could deny that the recent attacks ( Manchester and Australia ) on Jewish communities were appalling but the Israeli govt. are not...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 410 411 412
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256,835
Philippa
Dec 22, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Squash/gourd id help please!
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
I thought the problem that occured with commercial seed a few years ago was put down to the seed crop crossing with a different type, possibly something growing wild even.
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area ... 2
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pete
Dec 22, 2025 at 1:47 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
I'll take colder and dry air, as long as it doesn't go arctic. Cant stand all this wet and dampness.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 536 537 538
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pete
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 108 109 110
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Ergates
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Whaaattt?
Is the fox hunting a conservation tactic or just "sport" @redstar ? Does your community eat fox meat at all ? Despite our fox hunting tradition here, I never heard of fox meat being available as...
Is the fox hunting a conservation tactic or just "sport" @redstar ? Does your community eat fox meat at all ? Despite our fox hunting tradition here, I never heard of fox meat being available as food.
Is the fox hunting a conservation tactic or just "sport" @redstar ? Does your community eat fox meat at all ? Despite our fox hunting tradition here, I never heard of fox meat being available as food.
Is the fox hunting a conservation tactic or just "sport" @redstar ? Does your community eat fox meat at all ? Despite our fox hunting tradition here, I never heard of fox meat being available as...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 287 288 289
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Philippa
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Squash/gourd id help please!
Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully received! Thank you
Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully...
Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM, Identification Area
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Cornsquashandy
Dec 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of a fight but we got there. They went back into the...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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Allotment Boy
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Songbird
Dec 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Good afternoon all. I had a nice visit with my friend and we had a good catch up with lots of laughter. When I got home I was SO excited about how I was going to spend my extra minute of daylight...
Good afternoon all. I had a nice visit with my friend and we had a good catch up with lots of laughter. When I got home I was SO excited about how I was going to spend my extra minute of daylight today that I put a wash load on. It probably won't dry but at least it is getting an airing. Big...
Good afternoon all. I had a nice visit with my friend and we had a good catch up with lots of laughter. When I got home I was SO excited about how I was going to spend my extra minute of daylight today that I put a wash load on. It probably won't...
Good afternoon all. I had a nice visit with my friend and we had a good catch up with lots of laughter. When I got home I was SO excited about how I was going to spend my extra minute of daylight...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 403 404 405
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Ladybird4
Dec 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
We had a stork in our field this morning, it stayed for about an hour. Unusual to see one on its own away from the flock.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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floralies
Dec 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Slow pages
I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a reply! No problem with any other site. The same...
I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a...
I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2
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KT53
Dec 21, 2025 at 10:54 AM
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DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025
Fireside Lights
Fireside Lights
Fireside Lights
Fireside Lights

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, Photo Competitions
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Friendly
Dec 21, 2025 at 7:44 AM
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SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!

wiseowl, Dec 17, 2025 at 8:39 AM, Members Gallery ... 2
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ViewAhead
Dec 21, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year
Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
Spruce, Dec 19, 2025 at 3:20 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Michael Hewett
Dec 21, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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What's Looking Good December 2025
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.
Yes just a couple of plants so far. But these usually get eaten by the molluscs.

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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LunarSea
Dec 22, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Strictly Come Dancing 2025
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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KT53
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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Potato growing 2026
I use grass cuttings @waterbut with very good results, never had problems with slugs. I've done it for several years running
I use grass cuttings @waterbut with very good results, never had problems with slugs. I've done it for several years running
I use grass cuttings @waterbut with very good results, never had problems with slugs. I've done it for several years running
I use grass cuttings @waterbut with very good results, never had problems with slugs. I've done it for several years running
burnie, Dec 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM, Edible Gardening
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JWK
Dec 20, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain on me on the walk home.Even the relentless...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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ViewAhead
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Currently Listening To 2025
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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90
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6,683
NigelJ
Dec 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM

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