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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    @CanadianLori The thermostat on our system has 6 settings per day, so when the battery dies I have to put 42 settings back in. According to the instructions it should be possible to set all...
    @CanadianLori The thermostat on our system has 6 settings per day, so when the battery dies I have to put 42 settings back in. According to the instructions it should be possible to set all weekdays as a set, and the weekend as a set. That would mean only 12 to set, but I've never managed to...
    @CanadianLori The thermostat on our system has 6 settings per day, so when the battery dies I have to put 42 settings back in. According to the instructions it should be possible to set all weekdays as a set, and the weekend as a set. That...
    @CanadianLori The thermostat on our system has 6 settings per day, so when the battery dies I have to put 42 settings back in. According to the instructions it should be possible to set all...
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  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We have some snow, but not that much, about an inch, it is zero degrees, but the cold north wind makes it feel a lot colder. We keep getting snow showers, but not much, seems most of the roads are...
    We have some snow, but not that much, about an inch, it is zero degrees, but the cold north wind makes it feel a lot colder. We keep getting snow showers, but not much, seems most of the roads are barely passable, but we don't have to go anywhere over the weekend.
    We have some snow, but not that much, about an inch, it is zero degrees, but the cold north wind makes it feel a lot colder. We keep getting snow showers, but not much, seems most of the roads are barely passable, but we don't have to go anywhere...
    We have some snow, but not that much, about an inch, it is zero degrees, but the cold north wind makes it feel a lot colder. We keep getting snow showers, but not much, seems most of the roads are...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Apparently part of Trump's justification for the kidnap is that the election results were fraudulent. On that basis why hasn't he kidnapped Putin, who has been fixing elections for years?
    Apparently part of Trump's justification for the kidnap is that the election results were fraudulent. On that basis why hasn't he kidnapped Putin, who has been fixing elections for years?
    Apparently part of Trump's justification for the kidnap is that the election results were fraudulent. On that basis why hasn't he kidnapped Putin, who has been fixing elections for years?
    Apparently part of Trump's justification for the kidnap is that the election results were fraudulent. On that basis why hasn't he kidnapped Putin, who has been fixing elections for years?
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good morning all.After 2 bad nights I feel I slept better last night but Cedric said I tossed and turned. My shoulders have been aching, but I think it's the moon again. The garden was lit up...
    Good morning all.After 2 bad nights I feel I slept better last night but Cedric said I tossed and turned. My shoulders have been aching, but I think it's the moon again. The garden was lit up when I went to the loo in the night.Very cold and frosty earlier this morning. Since then it has...
    Good morning all.After 2 bad nights I feel I slept better last night but Cedric said I tossed and turned. My shoulders have been aching, but I think it's the moon again. The garden was lit up when I went to the loo in the night.Very cold and...
    Good morning all.After 2 bad nights I feel I slept better last night but Cedric said I tossed and turned. My shoulders have been aching, but I think it's the moon again. The garden was lit up...
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  5. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    Elf Tears, although not a stand-out for flavour, kept surprising well when picked at flush stage ( when I took down the plant). Still perfectly okay to eat into mid- December.
    Elf Tears, although not a stand-out for flavour, kept surprising well when picked at flush stage ( when I took down the plant). Still perfectly okay to eat into mid- December.
    Elf Tears, although not a stand-out for flavour, kept surprising well when picked at flush stage ( when I took down the plant). Still perfectly okay to eat into mid- December.
    Elf Tears, although not a stand-out for flavour, kept surprising well when picked at flush stage ( when I took down the plant). Still perfectly okay to eat into mid- December.
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  6. Logan

    programmes to watch

    Will be shown on telly, so it’s the right place to pu it here.
    Will be shown on telly, so it’s the right place to pu it here.
    Will be shown on telly, so it’s the right place to pu it here.
    Will be shown on telly, so it’s the right place to pu it here.
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  7. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    I think Dewi has chosen his ‘spot’! It’s perfect as: high, warm, comfy, ability to ‘hide’. He is a clever boy.
    I think Dewi has chosen his ‘spot’! It’s perfect as: high, warm, comfy, ability to ‘hide’. He is a clever boy.
    I think Dewi has chosen his ‘spot’! It’s perfect as: high, warm, comfy, ability to ‘hide’. He is a clever boy.
    I think Dewi has chosen his ‘spot’! It’s perfect as: high, warm, comfy, ability to ‘hide’. He is a clever boy.
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  8. Michael Hewett
    Agree x 5

    Slow pages

    That's faster than you typically get from a human.
    That's faster than you typically get from a human.
    That's faster than you typically get from a human.
    That's faster than you typically get from a human.
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  9. CostasK

    New year, new garden tweak

    Thanks again @PlantmindedThat is very tempting because I love some Sorbus, and my other one has been fantastic. I actually considered getting another Sorbus "Apricot Queen" and positioning it so...
    Thanks again @PlantmindedThat is very tempting because I love some Sorbus, and my other one has been fantastic. I actually considered getting another Sorbus "Apricot Queen" and positioning it so that it mirrors the other. But I think that a tree with different foliage, that would create a bit...
    Thanks again @PlantmindedThat is very tempting because I love some Sorbus, and my other one has been fantastic. I actually considered getting another Sorbus "Apricot Queen" and positioning it so that it mirrors the other. But I think that a...
    Thanks again @PlantmindedThat is very tempting because I love some Sorbus, and my other one has been fantastic. I actually considered getting another Sorbus "Apricot Queen" and positioning it so...
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  10. JWK
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  11. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Turkish eggs on a layer of Watercress with goats yogurt.
    Turkish eggs on a layer of Watercress with goats yogurt.
    Turkish eggs on a layer of Watercress with goats yogurt.
    Turkish eggs on a layer of Watercress with goats yogurt.
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  12. markharry66
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    New here southeast london

    Welcome to Gardners Corner
    Welcome to Gardners Corner
    Welcome to Gardners Corner
    Welcome to Gardners Corner
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  13. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    The weather warnings for snow and ice were nothing to cheer about, but I was rather charmed to read this snippet in the news.‘With names like Sir Andy Flurry, Robert Brrrns, and Plougher...
    The weather warnings for snow and ice were nothing to cheer about, but I was rather charmed to read this snippet in the news.‘With names like Sir Andy Flurry, Robert Brrrns, and Plougher O'Scotland, the Scottish gritter and snowplough fleet is out in force, across the nation's road network.’
    The weather warnings for snow and ice were nothing to cheer about, but I was rather charmed to read this snippet in the news.‘With names like Sir Andy Flurry, Robert Brrrns, and Plougher O'Scotland, the Scottish gritter and snowplough fleet is...
    The weather warnings for snow and ice were nothing to cheer about, but I was rather charmed to read this snippet in the news.‘With names like Sir Andy Flurry, Robert Brrrns, and Plougher...
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  14. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    Yes you're right, it is individual squares, different sizes, but that is why I say it is easy. You are only ever working on one round of one square at a time. Yours sounds lovely - what a shame...
    Yes you're right, it is individual squares, different sizes, but that is why I say it is easy. You are only ever working on one round of one square at a time. Yours sounds lovely - what a shame that you no longer have it.
    Yes you're right, it is individual squares, different sizes, but that is why I say it is easy. You are only ever working on one round of one square at a time. Yours sounds lovely - what a shame that you no longer have it.
    Yes you're right, it is individual squares, different sizes, but that is why I say it is easy. You are only ever working on one round of one square at a time. Yours sounds lovely - what a shame...
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  15. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    It just depends, enough for my needs and some to pass on if anybody wants some. I can always send you some seed from the ones I've got in the fridge.
    It just depends, enough for my needs and some to pass on if anybody wants some. I can always send you some seed from the ones I've got in the fridge.
    It just depends, enough for my needs and some to pass on if anybody wants some. I can always send you some seed from the ones I've got in the fridge.
    It just depends, enough for my needs and some to pass on if anybody wants some. I can always send you some seed from the ones I've got in the fridge.
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  16. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Starting a new thread for 2026.M&S had Amaryllis reduced to £1.87 so I got two :) The Child got a ceramic jug planter with Muscari (£2), she's a romantic style person and the jug is just the...
    Starting a new thread for 2026.M&S had Amaryllis reduced to £1.87 so I got two :) The Child got a ceramic jug planter with Muscari (£2), she's a romantic style person and the jug is just the right size for her windowsill emergency watering can.
    Starting a new thread for 2026.M&S had Amaryllis reduced to £1.87 so I got two :) The Child got a ceramic jug planter with Muscari (£2), she's a romantic style person and the jug is just the right size for her windowsill emergency watering can.
    Starting a new thread for 2026.M&S had Amaryllis reduced to £1.87 so I got two :) The Child got a ceramic jug planter with Muscari (£2), she's a romantic style person and the jug is just the...
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  17. Joao

    Hello from Hertfordshire

    :sign0016: @JoaoThere’s plenty of advice, ideas and chat on here.
    :sign0016: @JoaoThere’s plenty of advice, ideas and chat on here.
    :sign0016: @JoaoThere’s plenty of advice, ideas and chat on here.
    :sign0016: @JoaoThere’s plenty of advice, ideas and chat on here.
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  18. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2026

    Yup. Quality made stuff plus a load of branded bags too and suppliers to the RHS! It's possible they wanted to flog the site for development as part of their retirement but who knows? I can't...
    Yup. Quality made stuff plus a load of branded bags too and suppliers to the RHS! It's possible they wanted to flog the site for development as part of their retirement but who knows? I can't begrudge them a well earned retirement but I certainly want to :heehee:
    Yup. Quality made stuff plus a load of branded bags too and suppliers to the RHS! It's possible they wanted to flog the site for development as part of their retirement but who knows? I can't begrudge them a well earned retirement but I...
    Yup. Quality made stuff plus a load of branded bags too and suppliers to the RHS! It's possible they wanted to flog the site for development as part of their retirement but who knows? I can't...
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  19. JennyJB
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    New Year's Day flowers 2026

    The winter jasmine is in full flower here and the sweet box in bud, but there's no sign of my snowdrops yet. Although we've had a few frosty nights I still have quite a few hangers-on - the usual...
    The winter jasmine is in full flower here and the sweet box in bud, but there's no sign of my snowdrops yet. Although we've had a few frosty nights I still have quite a few hangers-on - the usual suspects mostly (salvias, pelargoniums, fuchsia microphylla, feverfew). More surprising is this...
    The winter jasmine is in full flower here and the sweet box in bud, but there's no sign of my snowdrops yet. Although we've had a few frosty nights I still have quite a few hangers-on - the usual suspects mostly (salvias, pelargoniums, fuchsia...
    The winter jasmine is in full flower here and the sweet box in bud, but there's no sign of my snowdrops yet. Although we've had a few frosty nights I still have quite a few hangers-on - the usual...
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  20. machtucker

    When to prune Amelanchier Lamarckii

    If I was growing a single stemmed tree I'd wait three to five years before attempting to raise the canopy, depending on the tree, for the reasons described by Amelanchiers are more shrub like and...
    If I was growing a single stemmed tree I'd wait three to five years before attempting to raise the canopy, depending on the tree, for the reasons described by Amelanchiers are more shrub like and your multi stemmed plant should be fine if you just remove the branches nearest to the ground...
    If I was growing a single stemmed tree I'd wait three to five years before attempting to raise the canopy, depending on the tree, for the reasons described by Amelanchiers are more shrub like and your multi stemmed plant should be fine if you...
    If I was growing a single stemmed tree I'd wait three to five years before attempting to raise the canopy, depending on the tree, for the reasons described by Amelanchiers are more shrub like and...
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