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What are we doing in the garden 2025
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some of the pots of plants on the patio and in the...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160 bulbs.We continued clearing willow leaves from some...
We got some planting of bulbs done in the area where we had a tree come down with the Clematis montana on it. Mrs Shiney did the planting whilst I did the digging. I think she planted 160...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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shiney
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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Latest hobby.
The projector option doesn't appeal to me much. First, there's the whole setup issue and having to attach it to the ceiling - in the living room, which is where I do my cutting out. Secondly, I...
The projector option doesn't appeal to me much. First, there's the whole setup issue and having to attach it to the ceiling - in the living room, which is where I do my cutting out. Secondly, I move the fabric around a lot when I'm cutting, so I can get to all the parts of the pattern piece....
The projector option doesn't appeal to me much. First, there's the whole setup issue and having to attach it to the ceiling - in the living room, which is where I do my cutting out. Secondly, I move the fabric around a lot when I'm cutting, so I...
The projector option doesn't appeal to me much. First, there's the whole setup issue and having to attach it to the ceiling - in the living room, which is where I do my cutting out. Secondly, I...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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2,090
Escarpment
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
I'm getting there, garden fairy lights are on and twinkling, the tree is up and decorated - bit miffed it's already dropping its needles, it's an artificial one for goodness sake. I've cooked the...
I'm getting there, garden fairy lights are on and twinkling, the tree is up and decorated - bit miffed it's already dropping its needles, it's an artificial one for goodness sake. I've cooked the pigs in blankets (my daughter is vegetarian and cannot bear the smell of bacon) and also cooked the...
I'm getting there, garden fairy lights are on and twinkling, the tree is up and decorated - bit miffed it's already dropping its needles, it's an artificial one for goodness sake. I've cooked the pigs in blankets (my daughter is vegetarian and...
I'm getting there, garden fairy lights are on and twinkling, the tree is up and decorated - bit miffed it's already dropping its needles, it's an artificial one for goodness sake. I've cooked the...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 403 404 405
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lizzie27
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
A green woodpecker out in the orchard again today. This is the first time we have one/two staying for so long. Beautiful bird.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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On the Levels
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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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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19,443
Songbird
Dec 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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
Whaaattt?
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 288 289 290
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shiney
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Christmas Decorations 2025
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath

Victoria, Dec 7, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Another Hello from Dorset!
Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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Flumpy
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe megapotamica.
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 12 13 14
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Plantminded
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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What's Cooking Today??
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I am glad when it's cooked.
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 81 82 83
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cactus_girl
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 108 109 110
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john558
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Squash/gourd id help please!
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Courgettes and some pumpkins are all cucumis Pepo, and the ornamental ones tend to also be Pepos, so they cross easily.
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area ... 2
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Adam I
Dec 22, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
The sad thing is - those people in the remote Jewish communities probably feel the same way as you do about the Israeli government and yet they get blamed by the religious fanatics.
The sad thing is - those people in the remote Jewish communities probably feel the same way as you do about the Israeli government and yet they get blamed by the religious fanatics.
The sad thing is - those people in the remote Jewish communities probably feel the same way as you do about the Israeli government and yet they get blamed by the religious fanatics.
The sad thing is - those people in the remote Jewish communities probably feel the same way as you do about the Israeli government and yet they get blamed by the religious fanatics.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 410 411 412
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LunarSea
Dec 22, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
I don't know what happened to the fog that was promised all day. Mostly cloud cover with a glimpse or two of sunshine. 9C/48F
I don't know what happened to the fog that was promised all day. Mostly cloud cover with a glimpse or two of sunshine. 9C/48F
I don't know what happened to the fog that was promised all day. Mostly cloud cover with a glimpse or two of sunshine. 9C/48F
I don't know what happened to the fog that was promised all day. Mostly cloud cover with a glimpse or two of sunshine. 9C/48F
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 536 537 538
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Sheal
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
How beautiful !
How beautiful !
How beautiful !
How beautiful !
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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Michael Hewett
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:23 PM
is my plant about to flower ?
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025 at 10:50 AM, Container Gardening
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215
waterbut
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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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8,146
KT53
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since modified the fox file as we were struggling to...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since...
20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 37 38 39
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ArmyAirForce
Dec 21, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Slow pages
It is our pleasure @On the Levels Sadly, on this occasion, I am not convinced we're out of the woods as I am quite firmly of the mind that the issue sits outside our control.. but time will tell.
It is our pleasure @On the Levels Sadly, on this occasion, I am not convinced we're out of the woods as I am quite firmly of the mind that the issue sits outside our control.. but time will tell.
It is our pleasure @On the Levels Sadly, on this occasion, I am not convinced we're out of the woods as I am quite firmly of the mind that the issue sits outside our control.. but time will tell.
It is our pleasure @On the Levels Sadly, on this occasion, I am not convinced we're out of the woods as I am quite firmly of the mind that the issue sits outside our control.. but time will tell.
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025 at 8:30 AM, Computer Corner ... 2
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29
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432
Fat Controller
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:13 PM

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