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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
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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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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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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Fat Controller
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:13 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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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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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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Currently Listening To 2025
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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NigelJ
Dec 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2025
I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
I've collected my annual rainfall for over 10 yrs now, I just like to keep a record, you have to keep the climate change geeks under scrutiny. I wish I had started longer ago.
Loofah, Jan 8, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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pete
Dec 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Crafters Corner 2025
A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.
A crocheted bag in cheerful yarn.

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 7 8 9
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Valley Gardener
Dec 20, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Today's flowers (Cont)
Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
Wonderful to have desert cacti flowering at this time of year, and on such small plants too, congratulations
Fof, Dec 20, 2025 at 1:23 PM, Cacti and Succulents
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Michael Hewett
Dec 20, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Around the World in 80 Gardens
This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
This is on BBC iPlayer, if anyone bored with the cold and dark evenings
Juliasaurus, Jan 27, 2008, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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GreenFingeredPete
Dec 20, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2025
I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.
I got these from a rubbish bin a few years ago, just put them in a shady spot over the summer and they come back like this in winter.

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Other Plants ... 5 6 7
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pete
Dec 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Books: Thursday murder club (R Osman)
Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power to do something about it before it is too late. ...
Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at all. It needs to be read by those with the power...
Have finished "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies" about superintelligent AI. Possibly the most enlightening and unforgettable book I have read all yr. Of course, me reading it doesn't help at...
Selleri, Apr 13, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 5 6 7
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ViewAhead
Dec 20, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with
I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
I like the scent of the Sarcococca - not many flower scents I dislike. Some people do tend to lose their sense of smell ( and taste) as they get older.
Selleri, Dec 15, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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Philippa
Dec 20, 2025 at 11:35 AM

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