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  1. burnie

    Broad band provider?

    Yes, just a bit too late.....:)Signed up to Toob just last week and getting switched over from Vodafone at the end of the month.The backbone is City Fibre so even Vodafone piggy back like Toob,...
    Yes, just a bit too late.....:)Signed up to Toob just last week and getting switched over from Vodafone at the end of the month.The backbone is City Fibre so even Vodafone piggy back like Toob, so the actual connecion no different, but its just as you say a fixed price for the contract term,...
    Yes, just a bit too late.....:)Signed up to Toob just last week and getting switched over from Vodafone at the end of the month.The backbone is City Fibre so even Vodafone piggy back like Toob, so the actual connecion no different, but its just...
    Yes, just a bit too late.....:)Signed up to Toob just last week and getting switched over from Vodafone at the end of the month.The backbone is City Fibre so even Vodafone piggy back like Toob,...
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  2. bluegeranium

    Repotting Hyacinth Bulbs?

    Those bulbs have been forced so let them flower and enjoy them. Pot on when finished - either singly or together in a larger container - feed and they should flower again next year. Always seems...
    Those bulbs have been forced so let them flower and enjoy them. Pot on when finished - either singly or together in a larger container - feed and they should flower again next year. Always seems a shame when decent bulbs are discarded after their first flowering. A lady who looks after the...
    Those bulbs have been forced so let them flower and enjoy them. Pot on when finished - either singly or together in a larger container - feed and they should flower again next year. Always seems a shame when decent bulbs are discarded after...
    Those bulbs have been forced so let them flower and enjoy them. Pot on when finished - either singly or together in a larger container - feed and they should flower again next year. Always seems...
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  3. hailbopp

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

    i think we live in a new wild west era where scams, gambling, corruption, etc. are proliferating without opposition on an incredible scale. half the adverts i get on youtube are about crypto, ai...
    i think we live in a new wild west era where scams, gambling, corruption, etc. are proliferating without opposition on an incredible scale. half the adverts i get on youtube are about crypto, ai porn, ai scams, gambling games, that story for the item is very familiar.there is currently no...
    i think we live in a new wild west era where scams, gambling, corruption, etc. are proliferating without opposition on an incredible scale. half the adverts i get on youtube are about crypto, ai porn, ai scams, gambling games, that story for the...
    i think we live in a new wild west era where scams, gambling, corruption, etc. are proliferating without opposition on an incredible scale. half the adverts i get on youtube are about crypto, ai...
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  4. 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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  5. Victoria

    Tortoise

    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
    Very similar to the one I saw, it was digging at the time.
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  6. Dorset-Tim

    Umbrella Tree Looking for a new Home

    Tanks Pete8, will give it a try
    Tanks Pete8, will give it a try
    Tanks Pete8, will give it a try
    Tanks Pete8, will give it a try
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  7. ricky101

    Silver Birch

    Cutting right down seems to be the sensible thing since leaving it alone isn't an option. They might find it sprouts again or they get suckers coming up around the trunk. But 5ft would just look...
    Cutting right down seems to be the sensible thing since leaving it alone isn't an option. They might find it sprouts again or they get suckers coming up around the trunk. But 5ft would just look silly.
    Cutting right down seems to be the sensible thing since leaving it alone isn't an option. They might find it sprouts again or they get suckers coming up around the trunk. But 5ft would just look silly.
    Cutting right down seems to be the sensible thing since leaving it alone isn't an option. They might find it sprouts again or they get suckers coming up around the trunk. But 5ft would just look...
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  8. Victoria
    Like x 7

    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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  9. 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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  10. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
    Saturday morning pancakes for breakfast, with blueberries and strawberries. Little pleasures can bring a smile to the day.
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  11. 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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  12. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Cyclamen (coum I think) and eranthis. Sorry it's blurry but at least they're flowering!
    Cyclamen (coum I think) and eranthis. Sorry it's blurry but at least they're flowering!
    Cyclamen (coum I think) and eranthis. Sorry it's blurry but at least they're flowering!
    Cyclamen (coum I think) and eranthis. Sorry it's blurry but at least they're flowering!
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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. 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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  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!
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  19. 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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  20. markharry66

    Heat mat recomendations

    This is one of my 2 heated propagators I cobbled together -
    This is one of my 2 heated propagators I cobbled together -
    This is one of my 2 heated propagators I cobbled together -
    This is one of my 2 heated propagators I cobbled together -
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