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  1. Fat Controller

    What has tunnelled in?

    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
    I've gone with sealed, pre-baited boxes for the safety of the dogs, so won't be able to do that. I was tempted to fill the holes in, but then wondered if all I would do is remove their exit...
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Milder today, although now wet and windy.Earlier I had walked round the garden with the 10 new slate labels I'd bought looking for new emerging bulb clumps, mainly snowdrops but also some crocus...
    Milder today, although now wet and windy.Earlier I had walked round the garden with the 10 new slate labels I'd bought looking for new emerging bulb clumps, mainly snowdrops but also some crocus and daffs. Job done just before it started raining. It was good to get out and look round the...
    Milder today, although now wet and windy.Earlier I had walked round the garden with the 10 new slate labels I'd bought looking for new emerging bulb clumps, mainly snowdrops but also some crocus and daffs. Job done just before it started...
    Milder today, although now wet and windy.Earlier I had walked round the garden with the 10 new slate labels I'd bought looking for new emerging bulb clumps, mainly snowdrops but also some crocus...
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  3. hailbopp

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

    @hailbopp Aaah now I see the full glory (hideousness... if that's a word). I agree cut off the uprights put hinges on the roof and make some sort of storage box out of it. A dark stain so it...
    @hailbopp Aaah now I see the full glory (hideousness... if that's a word). I agree cut off the uprights put hinges on the roof and make some sort of storage box out of it. A dark stain so it "dissappears" into the background.
    @hailbopp Aaah now I see the full glory (hideousness... if that's a word). I agree cut off the uprights put hinges on the roof and make some sort of storage box out of it. A dark stain so it "dissappears" into the background.
    @hailbopp Aaah now I see the full glory (hideousness... if that's a word). I agree cut off the uprights put hinges on the roof and make some sort of storage box out of it. A dark stain so it...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It's mild with soft gentle rain, my favourite weather Although I do like some warm sunshine too !
    It's mild with soft gentle rain, my favourite weather Although I do like some warm sunshine too !
    It's mild with soft gentle rain, my favourite weather Although I do like some warm sunshine too !
    It's mild with soft gentle rain, my favourite weather Although I do like some warm sunshine too !
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  5. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    The point I made earlier was, there has been no family members come forth to say, how she was wonderful, missed ect. But, instead a family member stated, we told her not to get involved.And, ...
    The point I made earlier was, there has been no family members come forth to say, how she was wonderful, missed ect. But, instead a family member stated, we told her not to get involved.And, CNN finally admitted on their news that it was in self defense. I know you guys do not like FOX.
    The point I made earlier was, there has been no family members come forth to say, how she was wonderful, missed ect. But, instead a family member stated, we told her not to get involved.And, CNN finally admitted on their news that it was in...
    The point I made earlier was, there has been no family members come forth to say, how she was wonderful, missed ect. But, instead a family member stated, we told her not to get involved.And, ...
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  6. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Afternoon all, I'm afraid we slept in as well @Ladybird4 but didn't wake up until 9.15 am well after you! Think it must be the dark mornings but I also had strange dreams so didn't sleep...
    Afternoon all, I'm afraid we slept in as well @Ladybird4 but didn't wake up until 9.15 am well after you! Think it must be the dark mornings but I also had strange dreams so didn't sleep well.I'd quite like to update our glass front door but alas it's still in good nick so not worth the...
    Afternoon all, I'm afraid we slept in as well @Ladybird4 but didn't wake up until 9.15 am well after you! Think it must be the dark mornings but I also had strange dreams so didn't sleep well.I'd quite like to update our glass front door but...
    Afternoon all, I'm afraid we slept in as well @Ladybird4 but didn't wake up until 9.15 am well after you! Think it must be the dark mornings but I also had strange dreams so didn't sleep...
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  7. TheMadHedger

    Fruit Cages - can anyone please suggest a well made, robust cage?

    I bought several Harrod aluminium veg cages about 10 yrs ago and they're all still standing (fruit cages are the same, just a bit taller). I also got the 'storm-proof' netting which automatically...
    I bought several Harrod aluminium veg cages about 10 yrs ago and they're all still standing (fruit cages are the same, just a bit taller). I also got the 'storm-proof' netting which automatically detaches from the poles in very strong winds or heavy snow (if that's appropriate) so stops damage...
    I bought several Harrod aluminium veg cages about 10 yrs ago and they're all still standing (fruit cages are the same, just a bit taller). I also got the 'storm-proof' netting which automatically detaches from the poles in very strong winds or...
    I bought several Harrod aluminium veg cages about 10 yrs ago and they're all still standing (fruit cages are the same, just a bit taller). I also got the 'storm-proof' netting which automatically...
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  8. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    Very clever how on earth did you make the sweetie?
    Very clever how on earth did you make the sweetie?
    Very clever how on earth did you make the sweetie?
    Very clever how on earth did you make the sweetie?
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  9. Jungle Jane

    Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?

    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil...
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil sized straight growth coming from parts that I pruned hard back last winter
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil sized straight growth coming from parts that I...
    Thanks everyone for their input. I've taken a few cuttings and put one pot outside and the other 2 on the kitchen window.This is the tree I'm going to have to leave behindLots of pencil...
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  10. Bear

    COFEA arabica

    If you look at the picture of mine below you can see there are lots of stems. I didn't separate mine. These were very thin when I first got it, now they have thickened considerably and it is now...
    If you look at the picture of mine below you can see there are lots of stems. I didn't separate mine. These were very thin when I first got it, now they have thickened considerably and it is now quite a sturdy compact little plant.Your three will probably be fine once established. In fact,...
    If you look at the picture of mine below you can see there are lots of stems. I didn't separate mine. These were very thin when I first got it, now they have thickened considerably and it is now quite a sturdy compact little plant.Your three...
    If you look at the picture of mine below you can see there are lots of stems. I didn't separate mine. These were very thin when I first got it, now they have thickened considerably and it is now...
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  11. Jungle Jane

    Cornus or Salix? / Dogwood or Willow?

    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
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  12. JWK
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  13. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    This is one of the many deer that visit each evening, this one stopped to browse on the buds on one of the Witch Hazel trees. Offhand, I would say she is looking very well-fed for January in...
    This is one of the many deer that visit each evening, this one stopped to browse on the buds on one of the Witch Hazel trees. Offhand, I would say she is looking very well-fed for January in upstate New York.
    This is one of the many deer that visit each evening, this one stopped to browse on the buds on one of the Witch Hazel trees. Offhand, I would say she is looking very well-fed for January in upstate New York.
    This is one of the many deer that visit each evening, this one stopped to browse on the buds on one of the Witch Hazel trees. Offhand, I would say she is looking very well-fed for January in...
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  14. JWK
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  15. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting...
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting your wine recipe :)
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting your wine recipe :)
    And my post again confirms that when I ask for a recipe, it is not just idle curiosity. I do try the ones I ask people to share. And my requests are in earnest :)I'm looking forward to tasting...
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  16. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    My Shineybrids are, once again, the first to sprout. Wonderful!
    My Shineybrids are, once again, the first to sprout. Wonderful!
    My Shineybrids are, once again, the first to sprout. Wonderful!
    My Shineybrids are, once again, the first to sprout. Wonderful!
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  17. GreenFingeredPete
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    Gardeners’ World & Alan Titchmarsh Gardening Club 2025

    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of many trades complete an apprentice piece that was assessed by his master. He then became a journeyman...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of many trades complete an apprentice piece that was...
    Back in the day a master would receive a fee to take on an apprentice in his workshop or business. The apprentice would work there for a number of years (typically 3, 5, or 7) and in the case of...
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  18. Logan
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  19. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    My experience of holidays in Florida was that virtually every body of water had an alligator in it! Kept the kids entertained on journeys on the freeway and waits in departures at the airport,...
    My experience of holidays in Florida was that virtually every body of water had an alligator in it! Kept the kids entertained on journeys on the freeway and waits in departures at the airport, spot the eyeballs and nostrils! I suspect the groundsmen have a standing instruction to check the ponds...
    My experience of holidays in Florida was that virtually every body of water had an alligator in it! Kept the kids entertained on journeys on the freeway and waits in departures at the airport, spot the eyeballs and nostrils! I suspect the...
    My experience of holidays in Florida was that virtually every body of water had an alligator in it! Kept the kids entertained on journeys on the freeway and waits in departures at the airport,...
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  20. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Homemade Lemon Cheesecake:
    Homemade Lemon Cheesecake:
    Homemade Lemon Cheesecake:
    Homemade Lemon Cheesecake:
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