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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions...
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions anyway.I think it has just started raining.Monday looks like a bit of everything and max 12c.
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions anyway.I think it has just started...
    Seems pretty rough here too now. I can hear the wind in the Trachy. So our warmer temps don't feel so warm. And there's still white stuff on the ground so it would not be good walking conditions...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 19 20 21
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    cactus_girl
    Jan 11, 2026 at 5:54 PM
  2. hailbopp

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

    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    Well I will have to get my thinking cap on and make up some totally believable!! “ porky pie:)
    hailbopp, Dec 26, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    hailbopp
    Jan 11, 2026 at 3:19 PM
  3. 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...
    Fat Controller, Jan 10, 2026 at 9:46 AM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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    Fat Controller
    Jan 10, 2026 at 1:16 PM
  4. 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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    Jungle Jane, Jan 9, 2026 at 9:13 AM, Edible Gardening
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    Jungle Jane
    Jan 10, 2026 at 11:13 AM
  5. Allex50
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    Another Hello from Dorset!

    Ho I remember visiting Dunster Mill & castle with my parents years ago lovely place and remember the massive trees in the grounds, sadly I lost my mum just over two years ago :sad:, miss her deeply....
    Ho I remember visiting Dunster Mill & castle with my parents years ago lovely place and remember the massive trees in the grounds, sadly I lost my mum just over two years ago :sad:, miss her deeply. Just been looking at holidays the prices have shot through the roof abroad, did you have a nice Xmas...
    Ho I remember visiting Dunster Mill & castle with my parents years ago lovely place and remember the massive trees in the grounds, sadly I lost my mum just over two years ago :sad:, miss her deeply. Just been looking at holidays the prices have shot...
    Ho I remember visiting Dunster Mill & castle with my parents years ago lovely place and remember the massive trees in the grounds, sadly I lost my mum just over two years ago :sad:, miss her deeply....
    Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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    Flumpy
    Jan 11, 2026 at 5:01 PM
  6. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We...
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We 'tried' to go to the van today, but the lane into the site hadn't been cleared, so we didn't risk it....
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We 'tried' to go to the van today, but the lane into...
    We have a door! Well, a design! Another no was a door which shut/locked automatically without a key. Chances of us being locked out on day one? 100% No wonder our neighbours have a key bank. We...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 12 13 14
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    Penny_Forthem
    Jan 11, 2026 at 5:55 PM
  7. Victoria
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    An Algarve Garden 2024 to 2026

    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Ho they are nice, like big trumpets, lovely colour too, brightened my day up….. our temperature at the lowest this week was -8 and 2c in the day, maybe snow tomorrow.:snowing:
    Victoria, Jan 14, 2024, Members Gallery ... 13 14 15
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    Flumpy
    Jan 10, 2026 at 7:37 PM
  8. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Indeed!And there is now a summer equivalent, held in China, which is an additional worry.
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 321 322 323
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    ViewAhead
    Jan 11, 2026 at 5:02 PM
  9. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around the garden and paving. I’ve left another border of them as they are still intact and protecting...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around the garden and paving. I’ve left another border of...
    The borders and lawn are still wet here so I’ve done nothing today apart from removing the dried leaves of the Hakonechloa edging my steps. They had reached that messy stage of being blown around...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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    Plantminded
    Jan 11, 2026 at 4:35 PM
  10. 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...
    TheMadHedger, Nov 23, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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    Pete8
    Jan 10, 2026 at 9:29 AM
  11. 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?
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Members Hobbies ... 2
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    Valley Gardener
    Jan 10, 2026 at 8:59 AM
  12. 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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    Bear, Jan 7, 2026 at 6:22 PM, Other Plants
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    Esoxlucius
    Jan 10, 2026 at 8:06 AM
  13. Jungle Jane

    Cornus or Salix? / Dogwood or Willow?

    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Mystery solved. Thanks everyone :)
    Jungle Jane, Jan 9, 2026 at 9:02 AM, Identification Area
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    Jungle Jane
    Jan 10, 2026 at 7:40 AM
  14. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 3 4 5
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    Fat Controller
    Jan 11, 2026 at 1:25 PM
  15. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    I was looking idly at the rain out of an upper floor window an hour ago when I saw two beautiful foxes cross the garden from right to left in single file. They seemed unhurried but businesslike -...
    I was looking idly at the rain out of an upper floor window an hour ago when I saw two beautiful foxes cross the garden from right to left in single file. They seemed unhurried but businesslike - straight across the garden with no hesitation or diversions.
    I was looking idly at the rain out of an upper floor window an hour ago when I saw two beautiful foxes cross the garden from right to left in single file. They seemed unhurried but businesslike - straight across the garden with no hesitation or...
    I was looking idly at the rain out of an upper floor window an hour ago when I saw two beautiful foxes cross the garden from right to left in single file. They seemed unhurried but businesslike -...
    wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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    Escarpment
    Jan 11, 2026 at 4:56 PM
  16. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2026

    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2
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    NigelJ
    Jan 11, 2026 at 9:47 AM
  17. 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...
    Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 82 83 84
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    CanadianLori
    Jan 11, 2026 at 2:09 PM
  18. 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!
    CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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    CanadianLori
    Jan 9, 2026 at 7:58 PM
  19. 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...
    GreenFingeredPete, Mar 12, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 26 27 28
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    NigelJ
    Jan 10, 2026 at 8:17 PM
  20. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 23 24 25
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    Logan
    Jan 10, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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