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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    That's good, but did the engineer also fix the boiler?
    That's good, but did the engineer also fix the boiler?
    That's good, but did the engineer also fix the boiler?
    That's good, but did the engineer also fix the boiler?
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026 at 12:46 AM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    NigelJ
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:05 PM
  2. JWK
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    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    It is up to -3c and we're getting more snow. By the end of the week it will probably have all melted :)
    It is up to -3c and we're getting more snow. By the end of the week it will probably have all melted :)
    It is up to -3c and we're getting more snow. By the end of the week it will probably have all melted :)
    It is up to -3c and we're getting more snow. By the end of the week it will probably have all melted :)
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026 at 12:41 AM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    CanadianLori
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:14 PM
  3. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    I am trying out Karala for the first time, a mild one due to my stomach not being able to handle hot ones any more (the one with 4 - 5 seeds in the packet). If they become leggy I prune the main...
    I am trying out Karala for the first time, a mild one due to my stomach not being able to handle hot ones any more (the one with 4 - 5 seeds in the packet). If they become leggy I prune the main stem back to 6 inches.
    I am trying out Karala for the first time, a mild one due to my stomach not being able to handle hot ones any more (the one with 4 - 5 seeds in the packet). If they become leggy I prune the main stem back to 6 inches.
    I am trying out Karala for the first time, a mild one due to my stomach not being able to handle hot ones any more (the one with 4 - 5 seeds in the packet). If they become leggy I prune the main...
    CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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    613
    waterbut
    Jan 5, 2026 at 12:22 PM
  4. Rich_83

    Apple tree pruning

    Although I agree with what has previously said I never do summer pruning. We have ten apple trees, six different varieties, and they are between 70 and 100 years old. We've only been here 53...
    Although I agree with what has previously said I never do summer pruning. We have ten apple trees, six different varieties, and they are between 70 and 100 years old. We've only been here 53 years but find that works for us.Some of the trees have obviously been pollarded in the past but we...
    Although I agree with what has previously said I never do summer pruning. We have ten apple trees, six different varieties, and they are between 70 and 100 years old. We've only been here 53 years but find that works for us.Some of the...
    Although I agree with what has previously said I never do summer pruning. We have ten apple trees, six different varieties, and they are between 70 and 100 years old. We've only been here 53...
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    Rich_83, Jan 4, 2026 at 9:20 AM, Trees
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    shiney
    Jan 5, 2026 at 7:02 AM
  5. Joao

    Leaftide - Garden Planning App

    Why I built thisI spent years juggling spreadsheets, notes, and calendar reminders trying to stay organised with my garden. Most apps I tried were focused on design or houseplants - nothing...
    Why I built thisI spent years juggling spreadsheets, notes, and calendar reminders trying to stay organised with my garden. Most apps I tried were focused on design or houseplants - nothing helped with the actual planning side: when to sow, what comes next, tracking fruit trees over multiple...
    Why I built thisI spent years juggling spreadsheets, notes, and calendar reminders trying to stay organised with my garden. Most apps I tried were focused on design or houseplants - nothing helped with the actual planning side: when to sow,...
    Why I built thisI spent years juggling spreadsheets, notes, and calendar reminders trying to stay organised with my garden. Most apps I tried were focused on design or houseplants - nothing...
    Joao, Jan 4, 2026 at 10:31 PM, Business Directory
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    Joao
    Jan 4, 2026 at 10:31 PM
  6. Logan

    programmes to watch

    I'll wait for the book to come out.
    I'll wait for the book to come out.
    I'll wait for the book to come out.
    I'll wait for the book to come out.
    Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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    NigelJ
    Jan 5, 2026 at 7:58 AM
  7. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    That was a quick warm up period. You must project calmness that Dewi picked up on right away! Good going @Michael Hewett . :dbgrtmb:
    That was a quick warm up period. You must project calmness that Dewi picked up on right away! Good going @Michael Hewett . :dbgrtmb:
    That was a quick warm up period. You must project calmness that Dewi picked up on right away! Good going @Michael Hewett . :dbgrtmb:
    That was a quick warm up period. You must project calmness that Dewi picked up on right away! Good going @Michael Hewett . :dbgrtmb:
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026 at 9:24 AM, Pets Corner ... 2 3
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    CanadianLori
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:12 PM
  8. CostasK

    New year, new garden tweak

    Thanks for the information @CarolineLI am up North, so that's true for the most part regarding the cold! I am in a seaside town, so temperatures are a bit milder (but the winds aren't). I don't...
    Thanks for the information @CarolineLI am up North, so that's true for the most part regarding the cold! I am in a seaside town, so temperatures are a bit milder (but the winds aren't). I don't really recall temperatures dropping below - 7C, so H4 should be OK, but the fact that Portuguese...
    Thanks for the information @CarolineLI am up North, so that's true for the most part regarding the cold! I am in a seaside town, so temperatures are a bit milder (but the winds aren't). I don't really recall temperatures dropping below - 7C, so...
    Thanks for the information @CarolineLI am up North, so that's true for the most part regarding the cold! I am in a seaside town, so temperatures are a bit milder (but the winds aren't). I don't...
    CostasK, Jan 2, 2026 at 7:27 AM, Trees ... 2
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    CostasK
    Jan 5, 2026 at 8:06 AM
  9. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    I agree with @AuntyRach, I think you really need to speak to her daughter at the very least @Badly_Maintained, and letting the carers know would be a good idea. It sounds very much like dementia...
    I agree with @AuntyRach, I think you really need to speak to her daughter at the very least @Badly_Maintained, and letting the carers know would be a good idea. It sounds very much like dementia (based on personal experience), but infection could be a factor.Your kindness does you great...
    I agree with @AuntyRach, I think you really need to speak to her daughter at the very least @Badly_Maintained, and letting the carers know would be a good idea. It sounds very much like dementia (based on personal experience), but infection could...
    I agree with @AuntyRach, I think you really need to speak to her daughter at the very least @Badly_Maintained, and letting the carers know would be a good idea. It sounds very much like dementia...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026 at 8:45 AM, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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    AnniD
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:12 PM
  10. simone_in_wiltshire

    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    Too cold, I only feed birds, walk with my cat and add kitchen waste into composter. 2 more frosty nights to go.
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026 at 3:36 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Alisa
    Jan 4, 2026 at 6:40 PM
  11. Michael Hewett
    Agree x 5

    Slow pages

    Much better so far today.
    Much better so far today.
    Much better so far today.
    Much better so far today.
    Michael Hewett, Dec 20, 2025, Computer Corner ... 4 5 6
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    Bluejayway
    Jan 5, 2026 at 9:21 AM
  12. hailbopp

    Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned

    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I was younger I used to gift garden plants to my mother-in-law till I understood she wasn't interested...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I was younger I used to gift garden plants to my...
    I honestly would donate to charity or leave at tip shop. If I don't need it, I don't keep it no matter who's given it to me. I don't expect other people to keep my presents either anymore. When I...
    hailbopp, Dec 26, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    Alisa
    Jan 4, 2026 at 6:37 PM
  13. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Absolutely agree, along with Xi Jinping and Keir Starmer...
    Absolutely agree, along with Xi Jinping and Keir Starmer...
    Absolutely agree, along with Xi Jinping and Keir Starmer...
    Absolutely agree, along with Xi Jinping and Keir Starmer...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 309 310 311
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    Fat Controller
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:37 PM
  14. Selleri
    Like x 10

    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Nice one @Selleri - they weren't that cheap at my local m&s
    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026 at 6:18 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    CarolineL
    Jan 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM
  15. ArmyAirForce

    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    Good pictures @ArmyAirForce, sorry to hear that you were all ill over Christmas, not what you wanted I'm sure.Storm debris and tidying up can wait for warmer weather!
    Good pictures @ArmyAirForce, sorry to hear that you were all ill over Christmas, not what you wanted I'm sure.Storm debris and tidying up can wait for warmer weather!
    Good pictures @ArmyAirForce, sorry to hear that you were all ill over Christmas, not what you wanted I'm sure.Storm debris and tidying up can wait for warmer weather!
    Good pictures @ArmyAirForce, sorry to hear that you were all ill over Christmas, not what you wanted I'm sure.Storm debris and tidying up can wait for warmer weather!
    ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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    lizzie27
    Jan 5, 2026 at 11:36 AM
  16. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    Not long to wait now! :blue thumb:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 10 11 12
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    ViewAhead
    Jan 4, 2026 at 3:58 PM
  17. aisha badmus

    Veggie Garden for a beginner

    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the concrete base to allow excess water to drain away. You could well have a drought for part of the year but...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the concrete base to allow excess water to drain away. You...
    You don't give the size or, more importantly, the depth of the old pond - advice will depend on that. Before worrying about how to fill the bed, ensure that you have drilled holes in the...
    aisha badmus, Dec 31, 2025 at 1:24 PM, Edible Gardening
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    Philippa
    Jan 4, 2026 at 3:37 PM
  18. hailbopp

    Recommendations for double oriental lilies

    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    There’s a good selection of doubles here It’s a family run, award winning nursery. I don’t grow them but in the videos on this site in the “About Us” section, the plants look very healthy.
    hailbopp, Jan 4, 2026 at 2:38 PM, Retailer Feedback
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    Plantminded
    Jan 4, 2026 at 3:20 PM
  19. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2026

    This will become the norm in the future. According to RHA and RHS the number of nurseries in the UK has declined from 837 in 2000 to 541 in 2025, a decline of 35%. There are numerous factors but...
    This will become the norm in the future. According to RHA and RHS the number of nurseries in the UK has declined from 837 in 2000 to 541 in 2025, a decline of 35%. There are numerous factors but small G/C's and growers tend to be family run businesses. With the younger generation being brought...
    This will become the norm in the future. According to RHA and RHS the number of nurseries in the UK has declined from 837 in 2000 to 541 in 2025, a decline of 35%. There are numerous factors but small G/C's and growers tend to be family run...
    This will become the norm in the future. According to RHA and RHS the number of nurseries in the UK has declined from 837 in 2000 to 541 in 2025, a decline of 35%. There are numerous factors but...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026 at 9:31 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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    gks
    Jan 5, 2026 at 1:03 PM
  20. JWK
    Sticky

    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just now 12 males fly in together. But they don't like the winter thrushes and chase them off. There are...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just now 12 males fly in together. But they don't like...
    We are enjoying watching the birds feeding on the fallen apples in the garden. We have a large flock of redwings and fieldfares. But the biggest surprise has been the number of blackbirds. Just...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026 at 9:10 AM, Wildlife Corner
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    139
    On the Levels
    Jan 4, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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