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Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?
I have a large ash tree in my property boundary (it's a hedgerow and there's a field on the other side).The diameter of the trunk is about three feet in diameter at the very base, but a couple...
I have a large ash tree in my property boundary (it's a hedgerow and there's a field on the other side).The diameter of the trunk is about three feet in diameter at the very base, but a couple of feet up that soon reduces to about two feet.It doesn't have ash dieback but the tree isn't that...
I have a large ash tree in my property boundary (it's a hedgerow and there's a field on the other side).The diameter of the trunk is about three feet in diameter at the very base, but a couple of feet up that soon reduces to about two...
I have a large ash tree in my property boundary (it's a hedgerow and there's a field on the other side).The diameter of the trunk is about three feet in diameter at the very base, but a couple...
TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026 at 1:19 PM, Trees
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TheMadHedger
Jan 19, 2026 at 1:19 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
I don't know why you couldn't just recycle the old sand. After all, it's just ground up rocks so I can't imagine it going "bad". Once you've got a few decent days and the sand is inside it should...
I don't know why you couldn't just recycle the old sand. After all, it's just ground up rocks so I can't imagine it going "bad". Once you've got a few decent days and the sand is inside it should dry up quickly too? I have a bucket with sand in that I use to pour on top of seeds in their soil...
I don't know why you couldn't just recycle the old sand. After all, it's just ground up rocks so I can't imagine it going "bad". Once you've got a few decent days and the sand is inside it should dry up quickly too? I have a bucket with sand in...
I don't know why you couldn't just recycle the old sand. After all, it's just ground up rocks so I can't imagine it going "bad". Once you've got a few decent days and the sand is inside it should...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 10 11 12
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CanadianLori
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Dull, overcast, a bit of drizzle, 11C
Dull, overcast, a bit of drizzle, 11C
Dull, overcast, a bit of drizzle, 11C
Dull, overcast, a bit of drizzle, 11C
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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JWK
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:52 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Sorry, I’ve been tee total for over twenty years. I’ll put it in the post for you though.
Sorry, I’ve been tee total for over twenty years. I’ll put it in the post for you though.
Sorry, I’ve been tee total for over twenty years. I’ll put it in the post for you though.
Sorry, I’ve been tee total for over twenty years. I’ll put it in the post for you though.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3
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Tidemark
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:46 PM
IOS. Problem.
Hello Roders, please open the Settings and go to General. click on Software update and choose the option to update. Wait until you get a message. If your iPad is too old for the upgrade, then it...
Hello Roders, please open the Settings and go to General. click on Software update and choose the option to update. Wait until you get a message. If your iPad is too old for the upgrade, then it will tell you.
Hello Roders, please open the Settings and go to General. click on Software update and choose the option to update. Wait until you get a message. If your iPad is too old for the upgrade, then it will tell you.
Hello Roders, please open the Settings and go to General. click on Software update and choose the option to update. Wait until you get a message. If your iPad is too old for the upgrade, then it...
roders, Jan 19, 2026 at 11:50 AM, Computer Corner
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:41 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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Logan
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Plant not doing good
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
Alan Aldred, Jan 19, 2026 at 5:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Pete8
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:22 PM
Repotting an Acer 'Emerald Lace'
I've just done some pruning of one of my potted Acers I removed the stems back to the trunk but you could try initially by reducing them to your preferred shape and then consider any further...
I've just done some pruning of one of my potted Acers I removed the stems back to the trunk but you could try initially by reducing them to your preferred shape and then consider any further pruning by looking at the plant from different angles. It will still be dormant so it's a good time to...
I've just done some pruning of one of my potted Acers I removed the stems back to the trunk but you could try initially by reducing them to your preferred shape and then consider any further pruning by looking at the plant from different angles....
I've just done some pruning of one of my potted Acers I removed the stems back to the trunk but you could try initially by reducing them to your preferred shape and then consider any further...
LG_, Apr 11, 2025, Container Gardening
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Plantminded
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:19 PM
Whaaattt?
Better start learning Russian. There’s a deal going on. Trump gets Greenland while Europe works out who sits on which chair at their “discussions”. Putin gets Europe and Ukraine. We are stuffed.
Better start learning Russian. There’s a deal going on. Trump gets Greenland while Europe works out who sits on which chair at their “discussions”. Putin gets Europe and Ukraine. We are stuffed.
Better start learning Russian. There’s a deal going on. Trump gets Greenland while Europe works out who sits on which chair at their “discussions”. Putin gets Europe and Ukraine. We are stuffed.
Better start learning Russian. There’s a deal going on. Trump gets Greenland while Europe works out who sits on which chair at their “discussions”. Putin gets Europe and Ukraine. We are stuffed.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 325 326 327
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Tidemark
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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Things you always say wrong
You will all hate me if we were speaking, i always get things mixed up because of my ears hearing things diffently to how they are spelt and because i can't spell properly when i read things i say...
You will all hate me if we were speaking, i always get things mixed up because of my ears hearing things diffently to how they are spelt and because i can't spell properly when i read things i say it differently, looks like i have a big problem
You will all hate me if we were speaking, i always get things mixed up because of my ears hearing things diffently to how they are spelt and because i can't spell properly when i read things i say it differently, looks like i have a big problem
You will all hate me if we were speaking, i always get things mixed up because of my ears hearing things diffently to how they are spelt and because i can't spell properly when i read things i say...
Selleri, Jan 18, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Jiffy
Jan 19, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning ladies & gentlemen,The situation with my neighbour and her Grandson seems to be working OK @Penny_Forthem . Thank-you for asking. (I'm keeping my fingers crossed it continues in...
Good morning ladies & gentlemen,The situation with my neighbour and her Grandson seems to be working OK @Penny_Forthem . Thank-you for asking. (I'm keeping my fingers crossed it continues in this vein.)Another neighbour passed away after a long illness last week. She was a relatively...
Good morning ladies & gentlemen,The situation with my neighbour and her Grandson seems to be working OK @Penny_Forthem . Thank-you for asking. (I'm keeping my fingers crossed it continues in this vein.)Another neighbour passed away after a...
Good morning ladies & gentlemen,The situation with my neighbour and her Grandson seems to be working OK @Penny_Forthem . Thank-you for asking. (I'm keeping my fingers crossed it continues in...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 18 19 20
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Badly_Maintained
Jan 19, 2026 at 11:44 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Made myself a bowl of cereal with a nectarine and some prunes, with skimmed milk. Very healthy. Sat down to enjoy it, and realised I’d forgotten to put any cereal in.
Made myself a bowl of cereal with a nectarine and some prunes, with skimmed milk. Very healthy. Sat down to enjoy it, and realised I’d forgotten to put any cereal in.
Made myself a bowl of cereal with a nectarine and some prunes, with skimmed milk. Very healthy. Sat down to enjoy it, and realised I’d forgotten to put any cereal in.
Made myself a bowl of cereal with a nectarine and some prunes, with skimmed milk. Very healthy. Sat down to enjoy it, and realised I’d forgotten to put any cereal in.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 20 21 22
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Ergates
Jan 19, 2026 at 11:36 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 6 7 8
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Logan
Jan 19, 2026 at 10:44 AM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under the Juniper. I liked the look of it and so buried it in the pond, as I thought it would make a nice...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under the Juniper. I liked the look of it and so buried...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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ArmyAirForce
Jan 19, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Isoplexis canariensis ‘Bella’
Isoplexis canariensis ‘Bella’
Isoplexis canariensis ‘Bella’
Isoplexis canariensis ‘Bella’

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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markharry66
Jan 19, 2026 at 7:58 AM
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Oh, him again.
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging character assassination. There are many individuals in the world that we may not like, we may not...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging character assassination. There are many...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging...
Tidemark, Jan 18, 2026 at 12:12 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Fat Controller
Jan 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the...
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the garden looks now here.Happy gardening!
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the garden looks now here.Happy gardening!
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the...

Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Macraignil
Jan 18, 2026 at 11:33 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Made it to the Allotments but only to pick sprouts, dig parsnips, and get a bit of salad from the greenhouse. Too wet for much else.
Made it to the Allotments but only to pick sprouts, dig parsnips, and get a bit of salad from the greenhouse. Too wet for much else.
Made it to the Allotments but only to pick sprouts, dig parsnips, and get a bit of salad from the greenhouse. Too wet for much else.
Made it to the Allotments but only to pick sprouts, dig parsnips, and get a bit of salad from the greenhouse. Too wet for much else.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Allotment Boy
Jan 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM
programmes to watch
Just watched episode 4 of The Night Manager. It's very tense, but not very enjoyable, IMV. No humour, no lightness of touch, no fascinating characters. It is hard to pinpoint exactly what is...
Just watched episode 4 of The Night Manager. It's very tense, but not very enjoyable, IMV. No humour, no lightness of touch, no fascinating characters. It is hard to pinpoint exactly what is lacking, but something is.
Just watched episode 4 of The Night Manager. It's very tense, but not very enjoyable, IMV. No humour, no lightness of touch, no fascinating characters. It is hard to pinpoint exactly what is lacking, but something is.
Just watched episode 4 of The Night Manager. It's very tense, but not very enjoyable, IMV. No humour, no lightness of touch, no fascinating characters. It is hard to pinpoint exactly what is...
Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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ViewAhead
Jan 18, 2026 at 6:58 PM
How do you tell a tic from a small spider?
I've no real experience of ticks but they get quite big once they a full of blood and pretty unmistakable.
I've no real experience of ticks but they get quite big once they a full of blood and pretty unmistakable.
I've no real experience of ticks but they get quite big once they a full of blood and pretty unmistakable.
I've no real experience of ticks but they get quite big once they a full of blood and pretty unmistakable.
BB3, Oct 6, 2025, Pests, Diseases and Cures ... 2
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pete
Jan 18, 2026 at 6:51 PM

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