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  1. Dorset-Tim

    New Tree for the Garden

    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively narrow). I don't want it to look rectangular, or massacred (e.g. bluntly taking the top off) - I want it...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively narrow). I don't want it to look rectangular, or...
    Thank you @Thevictorian That's very interesting indeed. It sounds quite similar to my plan for that beech tree. I also want a small tree-like form (maybe around 3 - 3.5 m tall and relatively...
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  2. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    Then it would be an acronym and although some may tell you that is the source, it is actually a word going back to at least middle English that has had a range of meanings over the centuries many...
    Then it would be an acronym and although some may tell you that is the source, it is actually a word going back to at least middle English that has had a range of meanings over the centuries many of these meanings had a sexual connection. GAY (good as you) would appear to be fairly late 20th...
    Then it would be an acronym and although some may tell you that is the source, it is actually a word going back to at least middle English that has had a range of meanings over the centuries many of these meanings had a sexual connection. GAY...
    Then it would be an acronym and although some may tell you that is the source, it is actually a word going back to at least middle English that has had a range of meanings over the centuries many...
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  3. Cornsquashandy

    Squash/gourd id help please!

    Sorry Philippa I seem to have added my last comment to your post. I don’t know how!
    Sorry Philippa I seem to have added my last comment to your post. I don’t know how!
    Sorry Philippa I seem to have added my last comment to your post. I don’t know how!
    Sorry Philippa I seem to have added my last comment to your post. I don’t know how!
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  4. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Misty and damp in the air all day yesterday. It's slightly better today - still grey but not so misty, milder and with a slight breeze.
    Misty and damp in the air all day yesterday. It's slightly better today - still grey but not so misty, milder and with a slight breeze.
    Misty and damp in the air all day yesterday. It's slightly better today - still grey but not so misty, milder and with a slight breeze.
    Misty and damp in the air all day yesterday. It's slightly better today - still grey but not so misty, milder and with a slight breeze.
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  5. JWK
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    A Joke Or Two 2025

    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
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  6. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Culling of some species did ( maybe still does? ) occur in zoos and wildlife parks here...... not publicised tho for obvious reasons.Whilst I can understand people from different cultures who...
    Culling of some species did ( maybe still does? ) occur in zoos and wildlife parks here...... not publicised tho for obvious reasons.Whilst I can understand people from different cultures who move to the UK for whatever reason have a right to their cultural practices, they shoud accept the...
    Culling of some species did ( maybe still does? ) occur in zoos and wildlife parks here...... not publicised tho for obvious reasons.Whilst I can understand people from different cultures who move to the UK for whatever reason have a right to...
    Culling of some species did ( maybe still does? ) occur in zoos and wildlife parks here...... not publicised tho for obvious reasons.Whilst I can understand people from different cultures who...
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  7. Cornsquashandy

    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...
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  8. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    I've been clearing leaves and mowed some of the back lawns on a high setting to get rid of the rest of the leaves. That just leaves the biggest area which is the wild area with the fruit trees...
    I've been clearing leaves and mowed some of the back lawns on a high setting to get rid of the rest of the leaves. That just leaves the biggest area which is the wild area with the fruit trees in. That is covered in leaves.
    I've been clearing leaves and mowed some of the back lawns on a high setting to get rid of the rest of the leaves. That just leaves the biggest area which is the wild area with the fruit trees in. That is covered in leaves.
    I've been clearing leaves and mowed some of the back lawns on a high setting to get rid of the rest of the leaves. That just leaves the biggest area which is the wild area with the fruit trees...
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  9. JWK
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    Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025

    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb”...
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb” which is another little name from Lancashire. :lolpt:.
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb” which is another little name from Lancashire. :lolpt:.
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb”...
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  10. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    I would like it to be less than £10 @Penny_Forthem :dancy:
    I would like it to be less than £10 @Penny_Forthem :dancy:
    I would like it to be less than £10 @Penny_Forthem :dancy:
    I would like it to be less than £10 @Penny_Forthem :dancy:
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  11. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?

    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
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  12. Michael Hewett
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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...
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  13. shiney
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    DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025

    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
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  14. wiseowl
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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!
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  15. Spruce
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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
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  16. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
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  17. AnniD

    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. ...
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  18. burnie
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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
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  19. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    You would be looking at me for a long time before the word “royalist” came to mind, but this news story cheered me up. Nice to see the younger generations interacting with real people and taking...
    You would be looking at me for a long time before the word “royalist” came to mind, but this news story cheered me up. Nice to see the younger generations interacting with real people and taking an interest in real life in a genuine way.George joins Prince William in preparing meal for homeless
    You would be looking at me for a long time before the word “royalist” came to mind, but this news story cheered me up. Nice to see the younger generations interacting with real people and taking an interest in real life in a genuine way.George...
    You would be looking at me for a long time before the word “royalist” came to mind, but this news story cheered me up. Nice to see the younger generations interacting with real people and taking...
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  20. JWK
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