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Fugitive pickled walnuts.
Well, they never turned up. I hope that they discovered a better purpose to their existence than bringing joy to my Christmas feasting. The stilton tasted better with port anyway - so there. PS....
Well, they never turned up. I hope that they discovered a better purpose to their existence than bringing joy to my Christmas feasting. The stilton tasted better with port anyway - so there. PS. To rub pickling vinegar into the wound, there was a recipe involving pw on the television today. I...
Well, they never turned up. I hope that they discovered a better purpose to their existence than bringing joy to my Christmas feasting. The stilton tasted better with port anyway - so there. PS. To rub pickling vinegar into the wound, there was a...
Well, they never turned up. I hope that they discovered a better purpose to their existence than bringing joy to my Christmas feasting. The stilton tasted better with port anyway - so there. PS....
BB3, Dec 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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BB3
Dec 26, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Plumeria
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....
I have not had any blooms yet on mine planted in April '23 but still looks healthy ....

Victoria, Apr 19, 2023, Tropical Gardening ... 4 5 6
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Victoria
Dec 25, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
I've taken up using Perry Mason's Paul Drake style address. Hey Beautiful or Hello Handsome. It usually gives the person something to smile about.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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CanadianLori
Dec 25, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
The continuing Epstein Files saga.............. a classic example of "non" news.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 411 412 413
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Philippa
Dec 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year
Merry Christmas everyone. Enjoy.
Merry Christmas everyone. Enjoy.
Merry Christmas everyone. Enjoy.
Merry Christmas everyone. Enjoy.
Spruce, Dec 19, 2025, Gardening Discussions
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kindredspirit
Dec 25, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Christmas Decorations 2025
And for anyone wondering about the safety of dogs with candles, they are fake battery ones (the candles, not the dogs!)
And for anyone wondering about the safety of dogs with candles, they are fake battery ones (the candles, not the dogs!)
And for anyone wondering about the safety of dogs with candles, they are fake battery ones (the candles, not the dogs!)
And for anyone wondering about the safety of dogs with candles, they are fake battery ones (the candles, not the dogs!)
Victoria, Dec 7, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 25, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Latest hobby.
Hi,Thanks so much @Songbird it's very much appreciated. The Sound Of Silence is a brilliant song but so are many others of Simon & Garfunkel; I'm sure you'll enjoy this if you haven't already...
Hi,Thanks so much @Songbird it's very much appreciated. The Sound Of Silence is a brilliant song but so are many others of Simon & Garfunkel; I'm sure you'll enjoy this if you haven't already heard it;As I type; beautiful violin instrumental music is playing on YouTube; it's so peaceful...
Hi,Thanks so much @Songbird it's very much appreciated. The Sound Of Silence is a brilliant song but so are many others of Simon & Garfunkel; I'm sure you'll enjoy this if you haven't already heard it;As I type; beautiful violin...
Hi,Thanks so much @Songbird it's very much appreciated. The Sound Of Silence is a brilliant song but so are many others of Simon & Garfunkel; I'm sure you'll enjoy this if you haven't already...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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Retired
Dec 25, 2025 at 8:46 AM
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For Cat Lovers
Van is our alert visitors have arrived ... he comes through the ct flap at a high rate through the kitchen, lounger, foyer and into our bedroom sand under the bed. He will not surface till he is...
Van is our alert visitors have arrived ... he comes through the ct flap at a high rate through the kitchen, lounger, foyer and into our bedroom sand under the bed. He will not surface till he is 100% positive it is just us. On the other hand, Munchkin greets everyone and searches their...
Van is our alert visitors have arrived ... he comes through the ct flap at a high rate through the kitchen, lounger, foyer and into our bedroom sand under the bed. He will not surface till he is 100% positive it is just us. On the other...
Van is our alert visitors have arrived ... he comes through the ct flap at a high rate through the kitchen, lounger, foyer and into our bedroom sand under the bed. He will not surface till he is...
Victoria, Dec 23, 2025 at 2:36 PM, Pets Corner
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Victoria
Dec 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Tomato Growing 2025
My lights are in full view of the street. Quite happy for the local coppers to come in for a peek. They'll soon clear off when I start boring them with tomato talk.
My lights are in full view of the street. Quite happy for the local coppers to come in for a peek. They'll soon clear off when I start boring them with tomato talk.
My lights are in full view of the street. Quite happy for the local coppers to come in for a peek. They'll soon clear off when I start boring them with tomato talk.
My lights are in full view of the street. Quite happy for the local coppers to come in for a peek. They'll soon clear off when I start boring them with tomato talk.
JWK, Dec 31, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 46 47 48
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eatenbyweasels
Dec 24, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Drain cover decoration.
I'd either paint it with colourful tones or use a colour that matches it's surround so that it simply blends in. I love sundials but I think that you just want a flat surface so as not to create...
I'd either paint it with colourful tones or use a colour that matches it's surround so that it simply blends in. I love sundials but I think that you just want a flat surface so as not to create an obstacle?
I'd either paint it with colourful tones or use a colour that matches it's surround so that it simply blends in. I love sundials but I think that you just want a flat surface so as not to create an obstacle?
I'd either paint it with colourful tones or use a colour that matches it's surround so that it simply blends in. I love sundials but I think that you just want a flat surface so as not to create...
madpenguin, Dec 17, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY
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CanadianLori
Dec 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Slow pages
It's definitely better than it was for me a couple of days ago ( laptop only ). Maybe it's just feeling it's age and taking longer to warm up
It's definitely better than it was for me a couple of days ago ( laptop only ). Maybe it's just feeling it's age and taking longer to warm up
It's definitely better than it was for me a couple of days ago ( laptop only ). Maybe it's just feeling it's age and taking longer to warm up
It's definitely better than it was for me a couple of days ago ( laptop only ). Maybe it's just feeling it's age and taking longer to warm up
Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025, Computer Corner ... 2 3
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Philippa
Dec 24, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
@shiney, Thank you for sharing your photos on the project so far. I really enjoyed seeing the step by step progress of professionals at work, they make it look so simple. Do keep updating us.
@shiney, Thank you for sharing your photos on the project so far. I really enjoyed seeing the step by step progress of professionals at work, they make it look so simple. Do keep updating us.
@shiney, Thank you for sharing your photos on the project so far. I really enjoyed seeing the step by step progress of professionals at work, they make it look so simple. Do keep updating us.
@shiney, Thank you for sharing your photos on the project so far. I really enjoyed seeing the step by step progress of professionals at work, they make it look so simple. Do keep updating us.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 10 11 12
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Meomye
Dec 24, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Land /Water Wildlife
We had a recent warm spell that melted the snow, so the raccoons are active again, for now. With their winter coats, they look like beach balls with tails. Last week I watched a documentary on...
We had a recent warm spell that melted the snow, so the raccoons are active again, for now. With their winter coats, they look like beach balls with tails. Last week I watched a documentary on raccoons, and it said they each can have as many as ten dens and move from one to the other. Talk...
We had a recent warm spell that melted the snow, so the raccoons are active again, for now. With their winter coats, they look like beach balls with tails. Last week I watched a documentary on raccoons, and it said they each can have as many as...
We had a recent warm spell that melted the snow, so the raccoons are active again, for now. With their winter coats, they look like beach balls with tails. Last week I watched a documentary on...

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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hydrogardener
Dec 23, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Rose Gauntlet
HiI use my old beekeeping gloves
HiI use my old beekeeping gloves
HiI use my old beekeeping gloves
HiI use my old beekeeping gloves
Meomye, Dec 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Spruce
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Bark scraped off base of the base of an ash tree - prevention?
Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
TheMadHedger, Dec 17, 2025, Trees
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TheMadHedger
Dec 23, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2025
I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
Loofah, Jan 8, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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Escarpment
Dec 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS
Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!

wiseowl, Dec 17, 2025, Members Gallery ... 2
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AuntyRach
Dec 23, 2025 at 3:42 PM
New Tree for the Garden
I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It...
I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It was an impulse purchase at a garden centre so I hadn't done my homework. I know that there are...
I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It was an impulse purchase at a garden centre so I...
I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It...
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025, Trees ... 2 3
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CostasK
Dec 23, 2025 at 11:04 AM
TurfWorld Limited
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re planning a new lawn or considering turfing over...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re...
We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
Warren Jones, Dec 3, 2025, Business Directory
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Warren Jones
Dec 23, 2025 at 8:33 AM
what to put on lawn now in December
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
Thanks - all excellent advice. Builders' tramp slightly difficult to control however! I'll take the rough with the smooth and wait till spring then for its beauty treatment!
adamadamant, Dec 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM, Lawns
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adamadamant
Dec 23, 2025 at 7:58 AM

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