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Thanks both. Yes, he’s tried all the powders and creams and paints and so on. Nothing has changed it for more than a few days. He has followed instructions religiously but to no avail. The laser...
Thanks both. Yes, he’s tried all the powders and creams and paints and so on. Nothing has changed it for more than a few days. He has followed instructions religiously but to no avail. The laser is his last hope but he’s reluctant to fork out seventy quid for just yet more disappointment.
Thanks both. Yes, he’s tried all the powders and creams and paints and so on. Nothing has changed it for more than a few days. He has followed instructions religiously but to no avail. The laser is his last hope but he’s reluctant to fork out...
Thanks both. Yes, he’s tried all the powders and creams and paints and so on. Nothing has changed it for more than a few days. He has followed instructions religiously but to no avail. The laser...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 322 323 324
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Tidemark
Jan 16, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Colleagues in Ottawa told me they have -18c over night and snowfall @CanadianLoriWhen I checked the garden at 10:45, it was very cold. Just 4c, but sunshine all day. While closing one of the...
Colleagues in Ottawa told me they have -18c over night and snowfall @CanadianLoriWhen I checked the garden at 10:45, it was very cold. Just 4c, but sunshine all day. While closing one of the fox entries after 1 o’clock, I had sunshine in that corner and it was okay with 7c. The ground is...
Colleagues in Ottawa told me they have -18c over night and snowfall @CanadianLoriWhen I checked the garden at 10:45, it was very cold. Just 4c, but sunshine all day. While closing one of the fox entries after 1 o’clock, I had sunshine in that...
Colleagues in Ottawa told me they have -18c over night and snowfall @CanadianLoriWhen I checked the garden at 10:45, it was very cold. Just 4c, but sunshine all day. While closing one of the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 16, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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Where to go and what can I expect
I had seen it, but OH had ordered another one in the meantime. If that doesn’t work, I will invest into yours.I closed now two entries, but this won’t stop them to jump over the fence from the...
I had seen it, but OH had ordered another one in the meantime. If that doesn’t work, I will invest into yours.I closed now two entries, but this won’t stop them to jump over the fence from the other side. The neighbour doesn’t want chicken wire, which I understand.
I had seen it, but OH had ordered another one in the meantime. If that doesn’t work, I will invest into yours.I closed now two entries, but this won’t stop them to jump over the fence from the other side. The neighbour doesn’t want chicken...
I had seen it, but OH had ordered another one in the meantime. If that doesn’t work, I will invest into yours.I closed now two entries, but this won’t stop them to jump over the fence from the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026 at 5:37 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 16, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Can anyone please tell me about these squashes
Hi all. Several months later, the dark Green one has changed colour. Looking a bit riper now
Hi all. Several months later, the dark Green one has changed colour. Looking a bit riper now
Hi all. Several months later, the dark Green one has changed colour. Looking a bit riper now
Hi all. Several months later, the dark Green one has changed colour. Looking a bit riper now

BobMcFish, Nov 21, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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BobMcFish
Jan 16, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
At long last a day bright morning. I was going to the Allotments but in the end stayed in the garden with my wife. She did a lot of deadheading of violas and cyclamen in pots plus general...
At long last a day bright morning. I was going to the Allotments but in the end stayed in the garden with my wife. She did a lot of deadheading of violas and cyclamen in pots plus general tidying I did some Rose pruning, the ones I could reach from the paths, and general tidying as well. .
At long last a day bright morning. I was going to the Allotments but in the end stayed in the garden with my wife. She did a lot of deadheading of violas and cyclamen in pots plus general tidying I did some Rose pruning, the ones I could...
At long last a day bright morning. I was going to the Allotments but in the end stayed in the garden with my wife. She did a lot of deadheading of violas and cyclamen in pots plus general...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Allotment Boy
Jan 16, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
I used to pick daffodils on a flower farm when I was younger. You have to wear rubber gloves as they are super toxic. You definitely do not want to get the juice in your eyes! And that's just...
I used to pick daffodils on a flower farm when I was younger. You have to wear rubber gloves as they are super toxic. You definitely do not want to get the juice in your eyes! And that's just their natural chemicals. These days they are grown for the chemical galanthine which is used to make an...
I used to pick daffodils on a flower farm when I was younger. You have to wear rubber gloves as they are super toxic. You definitely do not want to get the juice in your eyes! And that's just their natural chemicals. These days they are grown for...
I used to pick daffodils on a flower farm when I was younger. You have to wear rubber gloves as they are super toxic. You definitely do not want to get the juice in your eyes! And that's just...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Baalmaiden
Jan 16, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Butler sinks and hypertufa
That is what I did. Grandma and eggs comes to mind, but it is worth saying that goggles are a necessity, as the glaze from the sink is not nice in the eyes.
That is what I did. Grandma and eggs comes to mind, but it is worth saying that goggles are a necessity, as the glaze from the sink is not nice in the eyes.
That is what I did. Grandma and eggs comes to mind, but it is worth saying that goggles are a necessity, as the glaze from the sink is not nice in the eyes.
That is what I did. Grandma and eggs comes to mind, but it is worth saying that goggles are a necessity, as the glaze from the sink is not nice in the eyes.
CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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Palustris
Jan 16, 2026 at 1:49 PM
New year, new garden tweak
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
CostasK, Jan 2, 2026, Trees ... 2
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Victoria
Jan 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
As we already have a thread for Electric cars, would it be possible to create another thread just for Cars as, whilst informative/useful for those members considering buying , they do seem to be...
As we already have a thread for Electric cars, would it be possible to create another thread just for Cars as, whilst informative/useful for those members considering buying , they do seem to be taking over the Moan thread somewhat. Just a thought.
As we already have a thread for Electric cars, would it be possible to create another thread just for Cars as, whilst informative/useful for those members considering buying , they do seem to be taking over the Moan thread somewhat. Just a...
As we already have a thread for Electric cars, would it be possible to create another thread just for Cars as, whilst informative/useful for those members considering buying , they do seem to be...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Philippa
Jan 16, 2026 at 12:18 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but Charlie prefer to have it off the floor. I don’t let them have human food much but they do like...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but Charlie prefer to have it off the floor. I don’t...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 2 3 4
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AuntyRach
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning to you all!!Rain is forecast so Fizz and I have been out and I have been down to the markets - food side was rather sparse for a Friday.Physio this afternoon, so I hope the rain...
Good morning to you all!!Rain is forecast so Fizz and I have been out and I have been down to the markets - food side was rather sparse for a Friday.Physio this afternoon, so I hope the rain holds off until I get back. Didn't do my exercises yesterday as the pain was too intense and I...
Good morning to you all!!Rain is forecast so Fizz and I have been out and I have been down to the markets - food side was rather sparse for a Friday.Physio this afternoon, so I hope the rain holds off until I get back. Didn't do my...
Good morning to you all!!Rain is forecast so Fizz and I have been out and I have been down to the markets - food side was rather sparse for a Friday.Physio this afternoon, so I hope the rain...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Tui34
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:39 AM
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Electric cars.
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that...
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that was our version of AC. That was about 30 years ago tho
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that was our version of AC. That was about 30 years ago...
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 183 184 185
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Philippa
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
I think how well plants fair is more to do with the first real cold weather. You could live in a warmer microclimate but if you have an earlier cold snap, the plants have already shut down. We had...
I think how well plants fair is more to do with the first real cold weather. You could live in a warmer microclimate but if you have an earlier cold snap, the plants have already shut down. We had bedding fuchsia's flowering until the recent snow but there isn't a lot else looking happy in the...
I think how well plants fair is more to do with the first real cold weather. You could live in a warmer microclimate but if you have an earlier cold snap, the plants have already shut down. We had bedding fuchsia's flowering until the recent snow...
I think how well plants fair is more to do with the first real cold weather. You could live in a warmer microclimate but if you have an earlier cold snap, the plants have already shut down. We had...
Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Thevictorian
Jan 16, 2026 at 10:51 AM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must...
7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must have had some flaws in the stone casting.The other Jeep was fine, but the broken one wasn't just...
7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must have had some flaws in the stone casting.The...
7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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ArmyAirForce
Jan 16, 2026 at 10:21 AM
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Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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Logan
Jan 16, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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Ladybird4
Jan 16, 2026 at 6:50 AM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
@stephenprudence thanks for making me totally envious! As it reached -4.7c here week before last, I don't think I'll be trying brugs outside! Though saying that, I knew someone in rural...
@stephenprudence thanks for making me totally envious! As it reached -4.7c here week before last, I don't think I'll be trying brugs outside! Though saying that, I knew someone in rural Nottinghamshire who did. He just cut them down and mulched over winter.
@stephenprudence thanks for making me totally envious! As it reached -4.7c here week before last, I don't think I'll be trying brugs outside! Though saying that, I knew someone in rural Nottinghamshire who did. He just cut them down and mulched...
@stephenprudence thanks for making me totally envious! As it reached -4.7c here week before last, I don't think I'll be trying brugs outside! Though saying that, I knew someone in rural...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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CarolineL
Jan 16, 2026 at 6:36 AM
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Crafters Corner 2026
That’s brilliant! And such a bargain, I bet it would cost a fair bit to buy the ready made bag.
That’s brilliant! And such a bargain, I bet it would cost a fair bit to buy the ready made bag.
That’s brilliant! And such a bargain, I bet it would cost a fair bit to buy the ready made bag.
That’s brilliant! And such a bargain, I bet it would cost a fair bit to buy the ready made bag.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Members Hobbies ... 2
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Golarne
Jan 15, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Fern tree problem
I think it's a lost cause @Paul Norfolk - best to remove it altogether.
I think it's a lost cause @Paul Norfolk - best to remove it altogether.
I think it's a lost cause @Paul Norfolk - best to remove it altogether.
I think it's a lost cause @Paul Norfolk - best to remove it altogether.
Paul Norfolk, Jan 14, 2026 at 5:04 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Philippa
Jan 15, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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Best supplier of compost 2026
For gardeners in Hampshire: where do you get peat based substrates/composts? Garden centres around Portsmouth appear to go with peat-free composts. My nearest Poundland closed. The only options...
For gardeners in Hampshire: where do you get peat based substrates/composts? Garden centres around Portsmouth appear to go with peat-free composts. My nearest Poundland closed. The only options left are online.
For gardeners in Hampshire: where do you get peat based substrates/composts? Garden centres around Portsmouth appear to go with peat-free composts. My nearest Poundland closed. The only options left are online.
For gardeners in Hampshire: where do you get peat based substrates/composts? Garden centres around Portsmouth appear to go with peat-free composts. My nearest Poundland closed. The only options...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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Alisa
Jan 15, 2026 at 2:10 PM

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