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  1. 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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  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Raining heavily this evening plus quite windy. ‘orrible.
    Raining heavily this evening plus quite windy. ‘orrible.
    Raining heavily this evening plus quite windy. ‘orrible.
    Raining heavily this evening plus quite windy. ‘orrible.
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  3. 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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  4. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
    Lots of bird footprints. Looks like FlightRadar24.
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  5. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    That looks lovely!!
    That looks lovely!!
    That looks lovely!!
    That looks lovely!!
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  6. 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...
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  7. 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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  8. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
    A mixture of bracket and jelly fungus from today's walk
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  9. 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:)
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  10. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
    Fuchsia microphylla
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  11. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good evening all. I had forgotten all about the automatic locking door - my last one was like that and it was a nightmare. My door at the moment has to be manually locked which is definitely my...
    Good evening all. I had forgotten all about the automatic locking door - my last one was like that and it was a nightmare. My door at the moment has to be manually locked which is definitely my preference. I do have a key safe which used to be my Mum's but its then trying to remember the 4 digit...
    Good evening all. I had forgotten all about the automatic locking door - my last one was like that and it was a nightmare. My door at the moment has to be manually locked which is definitely my preference. I do have a key safe which used to be my...
    Good evening all. I had forgotten all about the automatic locking door - my last one was like that and it was a nightmare. My door at the moment has to be manually locked which is definitely my...
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  12. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Jim says not to give tinned tuna to them either. For all these years I gave all my cats the tuna water maybe once every week or two with no problems.Here was Munchkin earlier snoozing on the...
    Jim says not to give tinned tuna to them either. For all these years I gave all my cats the tuna water maybe once every week or two with no problems.Here was Munchkin earlier snoozing on the sofa arm ...
    Jim says not to give tinned tuna to them either. For all these years I gave all my cats the tuna water maybe once every week or two with no problems.Here was Munchkin earlier snoozing on the sofa arm ...
    Jim says not to give tinned tuna to them either. For all these years I gave all my cats the tuna water maybe once every week or two with no problems.Here was Munchkin earlier snoozing on the...
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  13. Victoria
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    Brugmansia

    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
    It is a wow for months, especially this time of year. :biggrin:
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  14. Logan
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  15. 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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  16. 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....
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  17. 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:
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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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