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What's your weather like 2026
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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cactus_girl
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in Kent for most of his working life. I had a welcome and lovely time with a friendly couple, he...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in Kent for most of his working life. I had a...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Improving drainage help
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had been cultivated before were fine with one spade deep.Clay is great once improved, everything, in...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had been cultivated before were fine with one spade...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had...
kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026 at 6:37 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Selleri
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Gosh, that's going to be hard work @Selleri but the path skeleton looks good.
Gosh, that's going to be hard work @Selleri but the path skeleton looks good.
Gosh, that's going to be hard work @Selleri but the path skeleton looks good.
Gosh, that's going to be hard work @Selleri but the path skeleton looks good.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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lizzie27
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:18 PM
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All things automotive
The 1.2 Renault lump is actually fairly reliable in all fairness - especially comparatively to the likes of the Ford EcoBoom and the the PSA/Stellantis 1.2 three pot turbo (another wet belt...
The 1.2 Renault lump is actually fairly reliable in all fairness - especially comparatively to the likes of the Ford EcoBoom and the the PSA/Stellantis 1.2 three pot turbo (another wet belt catastrophe looking for some poor sucker to hand a bill to). I wouldn't have anything Stellantis in a...
The 1.2 Renault lump is actually fairly reliable in all fairness - especially comparatively to the likes of the Ford EcoBoom and the the PSA/Stellantis 1.2 three pot turbo (another wet belt catastrophe looking for some poor sucker to hand a bill...
The 1.2 Renault lump is actually fairly reliable in all fairness - especially comparatively to the likes of the Ford EcoBoom and the the PSA/Stellantis 1.2 three pot turbo (another wet belt...
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026 at 9:08 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Fat Controller
Jan 17, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
No water Again!!Funny how that when you ring up they don't know anything about it, when with in minutes they is a crew fixing it, there replacing a main pipe not far away and i think they are...
No water Again!!Funny how that when you ring up they don't know anything about it, when with in minutes they is a crew fixing it, there replacing a main pipe not far away and i think they are turning off the water when they need to do something but they aren't telling us, as the time from tap...
No water Again!!Funny how that when you ring up they don't know anything about it, when with in minutes they is a crew fixing it, there replacing a main pipe not far away and i think they are turning off the water when they need to do...
No water Again!!Funny how that when you ring up they don't know anything about it, when with in minutes they is a crew fixing it, there replacing a main pipe not far away and i think they are...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Jiffy
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
The flowers today were very cheering. I am going to say good night now and see you all in the morning. I hope that painkiller works for you @lizzie27!
The flowers today were very cheering. I am going to say good night now and see you all in the morning. I hope that painkiller works for you @lizzie27!
The flowers today were very cheering. I am going to say good night now and see you all in the morning. I hope that painkiller works for you @lizzie27!
The flowers today were very cheering. I am going to say good night now and see you all in the morning. I hope that painkiller works for you @lizzie27!

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 17 18 19
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Ladybird4
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Whaaattt?
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 324 325 326
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KT53
Jan 17, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Where to go and what can I expect
Plantminded is right, it doesn't seem to affect the birds at all.Two points, I kept triggering the flash when walking up and down past it - it has quite a wide range and that might run the...
Plantminded is right, it doesn't seem to affect the birds at all.Two points, I kept triggering the flash when walking up and down past it - it has quite a wide range and that might run the battery down faster and secondly it doesn't deter squirrels at all, which is what I originally bought it...
Plantminded is right, it doesn't seem to affect the birds at all.Two points, I kept triggering the flash when walking up and down past it - it has quite a wide range and that might run the battery down faster and secondly it doesn't deter...
Plantminded is right, it doesn't seem to affect the birds at all.Two points, I kept triggering the flash when walking up and down past it - it has quite a wide range and that might run the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026 at 5:37 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3 4
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lizzie27
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Can anyone please tell me about these squashes
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
BobMcFish, Nov 21, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Adam I
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Butler sinks and hypertufa
I remember trying the yoghurt thing. It was just a waste of yoghurt...
I remember trying the yoghurt thing. It was just a waste of yoghurt...
I remember trying the yoghurt thing. It was just a waste of yoghurt...
I remember trying the yoghurt thing. It was just a waste of yoghurt...
CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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CarolineL
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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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 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
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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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A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Tidemark
Jan 16, 2026 at 7:53 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

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