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My efforts yesterday were rewarded. Closing the left top side and the hole under the top fence made all the difference (so far). At 19:30, the limping fox with the injured right front leg entered...
My efforts yesterday were rewarded. Closing the left top side and the hole under the top fence made all the difference (so far). At 19:30, the limping fox with the injured right front leg entered the garden from the right side fence. It took him 15 minutes to find a way out. (I left the bench...
My efforts yesterday were rewarded. Closing the left top side and the hole under the top fence made all the difference (so far). At 19:30, the limping fox with the injured right front leg entered the garden from the right side fence. It took him...
My efforts yesterday were rewarded. Closing the left top side and the hole under the top fence made all the difference (so far). At 19:30, the limping fox with the injured right front leg entered...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026 at 5:37 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 17, 2026 at 7:26 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
A miracle has happened and I slept a whole 8 hours. So unlike me. So it was already light when I woke up and it's calm, sunnyish and mildish. The birds are singing too (currently a thrush). Max...
A miracle has happened and I slept a whole 8 hours. So unlike me. So it was already light when I woke up and it's calm, sunnyish and mildish. The birds are singing too (currently a thrush). Max 8c. A mixture of showers, drizzle and sunshine are expected.
A miracle has happened and I slept a whole 8 hours. So unlike me. So it was already light when I woke up and it's calm, sunnyish and mildish. The birds are singing too (currently a thrush). Max 8c. A mixture of showers, drizzle and sunshine are...
A miracle has happened and I slept a whole 8 hours. So unlike me. So it was already light when I woke up and it's calm, sunnyish and mildish. The birds are singing too (currently a thrush). Max...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 26 27 28
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cactus_girl
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:55 AM
Butler sinks and hypertufa
I seem to remember Geoff Hamilton doing something similar many years ago, though even if his instructions are still online, there might be updated products to use. I’d look for his video if I were...
I seem to remember Geoff Hamilton doing something similar many years ago, though even if his instructions are still online, there might be updated products to use. I’d look for his video if I were you, just for the blast from the past
I seem to remember Geoff Hamilton doing something similar many years ago, though even if his instructions are still online, there might be updated products to use. I’d look for his video if I were you, just for the blast from the past
I seem to remember Geoff Hamilton doing something similar many years ago, though even if his instructions are still online, there might be updated products to use. I’d look for his video if I were...
CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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Golarne
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:08 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning all.I'm sorry you are in so much pain I hope you will feel better after the rain.Thank you everyone for your good wishes to me for this weekend. We are off to Gaby's near...
Good morning all.I'm sorry you are in so much pain I hope you will feel better after the rain.Thank you everyone for your good wishes to me for this weekend. We are off to Gaby's near Poitiers for the family Christmas get together in the next half hour. The car is packed again, presents,...
Good morning all.I'm sorry you are in so much pain I hope you will feel better after the rain.Thank you everyone for your good wishes to me for this weekend. We are off to Gaby's near Poitiers for the family Christmas get together in the...
Good morning all.I'm sorry you are in so much pain I hope you will feel better after the rain.Thank you everyone for your good wishes to me for this weekend. We are off to Gaby's near...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Busy-Lizzie
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:07 AM
Whaaattt?
I agree, but Trump probably set handing it over as a condition of invading Venezuela. Is the irony of a Peace Prize being handed over to a man who has just invaded another country lost on others?
I agree, but Trump probably set handing it over as a condition of invading Venezuela. Is the irony of a Peace Prize being handed over to a man who has just invaded another country lost on others?
I agree, but Trump probably set handing it over as a condition of invading Venezuela. Is the irony of a Peace Prize being handed over to a man who has just invaded another country lost on others?
I agree, but Trump probably set handing it over as a condition of invading Venezuela. Is the irony of a Peace Prize being handed over to a man who has just invaded another country lost on others?
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 323 324 325
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KT53
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:46 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was...
Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was going to be delivered.So before work, I quickly moved a vigorous rose to a pot, to create more...
Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was going to be delivered.So before work, I quickly...
Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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CostasK
Jan 16, 2026 at 7:41 PM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time they turn yellow theyre devoured. same with fruits here and blackbirds they just got used to eating...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time they turn yellow theyre devoured. same with fruits...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time...
Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Adam I
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:08 PM
Can anyone please tell me about these squashes
the recipe i saw for water bottles involved shaking it with sharp rocks inside to help remove the pulp, then when the inside is smooth pouring molten bees wax inside and coating the inside with it...
the recipe i saw for water bottles involved shaking it with sharp rocks inside to help remove the pulp, then when the inside is smooth pouring molten bees wax inside and coating the inside with it to make it water proof. ive never tried this, only seen it online.very cool you grew them. id...
the recipe i saw for water bottles involved shaking it with sharp rocks inside to help remove the pulp, then when the inside is smooth pouring molten bees wax inside and coating the inside with it to make it water proof. ive never tried this,...
the recipe i saw for water bottles involved shaking it with sharp rocks inside to help remove the pulp, then when the inside is smooth pouring molten bees wax inside and coating the inside with it...
BobMcFish, Nov 21, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Adam I
Jan 16, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
We can do indeed - in fairness, anyone can start whatever thread they like (within reason) - thread as below:All things automotive
We can do indeed - in fairness, anyone can start whatever thread they like (within reason) - thread as below:All things automotive
We can do indeed - in fairness, anyone can start whatever thread they like (within reason) - thread as below:All things automotive
We can do indeed - in fairness, anyone can start whatever thread they like (within reason) - thread as below:All things automotive
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Fat Controller
Jan 16, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Tidemark
Jan 16, 2026 at 7:12 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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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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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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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
YouTube mega thread
Click to watch
Click to watch
Click to watch
Click to watch
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 17, 2026 at 6:43 AM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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stephenprudence
Jan 16, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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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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