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  1. simone_in_wiltshire
    Friendly x 9

    Where to go and what can I expect

    I turned the camera to the fence last night and only 1 fox, the one with the missing leg, came along the fence. But he jumped to the neighbour’s garden once he was in the foxwatch area. The first...
    I turned the camera to the fence last night and only 1 fox, the one with the missing leg, came along the fence. But he jumped to the neighbour’s garden once he was in the foxwatch area. The first in November, I had counted at least 8 foxes that came all together 25 times or so. I have now...
    I turned the camera to the fence last night and only 1 fox, the one with the missing leg, came along the fence. But he jumped to the neighbour’s garden once he was in the foxwatch area. The first in November, I had counted at least 8 foxes that...
    I turned the camera to the fence last night and only 1 fox, the one with the missing leg, came along the fence. But he jumped to the neighbour’s garden once he was in the foxwatch area. The first...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3 4
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Jan 21, 2026 at 8:27 AM
  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
    @Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
    @Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
    @Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    Logan
    Jan 20, 2026 at 6:13 PM
  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I had both of mine done in a purpose built unit, run by a private company with an NHS contract, also did private work. Three months all done. Picked me up and dropped me back. Hot drink, chocolate...
    I had both of mine done in a purpose built unit, run by a private company with an NHS contract, also did private work. Three months all done. Picked me up and dropped me back. Hot drink, chocolate biscuit excellent care. Local hospital did the difficult cases.
    I had both of mine done in a purpose built unit, run by a private company with an NHS contract, also did private work. Three months all done. Picked me up and dropped me back. Hot drink, chocolate biscuit excellent care. Local hospital did the...
    I had both of mine done in a purpose built unit, run by a private company with an NHS contract, also did private work. Three months all done. Picked me up and dropped me back. Hot drink, chocolate...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 22 23 24
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    NigelJ
    Jan 21, 2026 at 9:56 AM
  4. hailbopp

    Any tips on splitting Aruncas.

    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    hailbopp, Jan 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    CarolineL
    Jan 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM
  5. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with difficulty as in spite of the heap being covered, the muck is very very wet and heavy. The ground is...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with difficulty as in spite of the heap being covered,...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening
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    Allotment Boy
    Jan 20, 2026 at 3:45 PM
  6. LG_

    Repotting an Acer 'Emerald Lace'

    Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those...
    Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those that are left should get thicker with age.
    Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those that are left should get thicker with age.
    Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those...
    LG_, Apr 11, 2025, Container Gardening
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    Baalmaiden
    Jan 20, 2026 at 2:09 PM
  7. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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    Jiffy
    Jan 20, 2026 at 1:35 PM
  8. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I made a batch of rock cakes in the airfryer as an experiment. They came out very well. Unfortunately it does mean I’ll probably make them more often, as I no longer have to put the oven on. Just...
    I made a batch of rock cakes in the airfryer as an experiment. They came out very well. Unfortunately it does mean I’ll probably make them more often, as I no longer have to put the oven on. Just eaten two of them to test. Not going to do my weight any good.
    I made a batch of rock cakes in the airfryer as an experiment. They came out very well. Unfortunately it does mean I’ll probably make them more often, as I no longer have to put the oven on. Just eaten two of them to test. Not going to do my...
    I made a batch of rock cakes in the airfryer as an experiment. They came out very well. Unfortunately it does mean I’ll probably make them more often, as I no longer have to put the oven on. Just...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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    Ergates
    Jan 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM
  9. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Heavy rain and a moderate breeze from the east south east temp 6c feels like 2c.
    Heavy rain and a moderate breeze from the east south east temp 6c feels like 2c.
    Heavy rain and a moderate breeze from the east south east temp 6c feels like 2c.
    Heavy rain and a moderate breeze from the east south east temp 6c feels like 2c.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 32 33 34
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    Logan
    Jan 21, 2026 at 9:38 AM
  10. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good morning all.I'm glad your rhododendron is safely planted @Ladybird4 and I hope it grows well.What a relief about your mother @Badly_Maintained, thank goodness it wasn't cancer.Sorry you...
    Good morning all.I'm glad your rhododendron is safely planted @Ladybird4 and I hope it grows well.What a relief about your mother @Badly_Maintained, thank goodness it wasn't cancer.Sorry you couldn't sleep @Allotment Boy. I hope your cough goes soon. Coughs often linger after colds.My...
    Good morning all.I'm glad your rhododendron is safely planted @Ladybird4 and I hope it grows well.What a relief about your mother @Badly_Maintained, thank goodness it wasn't cancer.Sorry you couldn't sleep @Allotment Boy. I hope your cough...
    Good morning all.I'm glad your rhododendron is safely planted @Ladybird4 and I hope it grows well.What a relief about your mother @Badly_Maintained, thank goodness it wasn't cancer.Sorry you...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 20 21 22
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    Busy-Lizzie
    Jan 21, 2026 at 10:02 AM
  11. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 11 12 13
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    GreenFingeredPete
    Jan 20, 2026 at 10:42 PM
  12. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Oh, what a handsome boy Dewi is and just look at that tail. He looks so comfortable and "ar home" ... and I bet he is loving every moment with you.I would not have even noticed anything other...
    Oh, what a handsome boy Dewi is and just look at that tail. He looks so comfortable and "ar home" ... and I bet he is loving every moment with you.I would not have even noticed anything other than the boy. Did you notice the electronic lighter glass cleaner and whatever in the basket with...
    Oh, what a handsome boy Dewi is and just look at that tail. He looks so comfortable and "ar home" ... and I bet he is loving every moment with you.I would not have even noticed anything other than the boy. Did you notice the electronic...
    Oh, what a handsome boy Dewi is and just look at that tail. He looks so comfortable and "ar home" ... and I bet he is loving every moment with you.I would not have even noticed anything other...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 2 3 4
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    Victoria
    Jan 21, 2026 at 10:03 AM
  13. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    He’s been having another rant on Truth Social last night. Maybe if they bring in a ban on social media for under 16s, they should include Trump as a special case, honorary two year old?
    He’s been having another rant on Truth Social last night. Maybe if they bring in a ban on social media for under 16s, they should include Trump as a special case, honorary two year old?
    He’s been having another rant on Truth Social last night. Maybe if they bring in a ban on social media for under 16s, they should include Trump as a special case, honorary two year old?
    He’s been having another rant on Truth Social last night. Maybe if they bring in a ban on social media for under 16s, they should include Trump as a special case, honorary two year old?
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 325 326 327
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    Ergates
    Jan 20, 2026 at 9:33 AM
  14. Selleri
    Funny x 3

    Things you always say wrong

    Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with...
    Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with and I tended to pick up on their pronunciation. Marry-le-bone, Marr-le-bone, Marley-bone,...
    Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with and I tended to pick up on their pronunciation. ...
    Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with...
    Selleri, Jan 18, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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    LG_
    Jan 20, 2026 at 8:34 AM
  15. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 6 7 8
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    Ladybird4
    Jan 21, 2026 at 8:04 AM
  16. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia...
    I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia but if your browser allows, use the translation from the German page: Moritz Schreber –...
    I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia but if your browser allows, use the translation...
    I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia...
    AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Jan 20, 2026 at 4:26 AM
  17. Sheal
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    Household tips

    Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
    Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
    Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
    Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
    Sheal, Oct 12, 2022, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    BB3
    Jan 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
  18. roders

    IOS. Problem.

    Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
    Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
    Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
    Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
    roders, Jan 19, 2026 at 11:50 AM, Computer Corner
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    roders
    Jan 19, 2026 at 6:43 PM
  19. JWK
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    What's Looking Exotic 2026

    After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in...
    After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in the Summer looks dead. We still have February to get through!
    After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in the Summer looks dead. We still have February to...
    After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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    strongylodon
    Jan 19, 2026 at 4:28 PM
  20. TheMadHedger

    Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?

    Thanks all for the help and advice.
    Thanks all for the help and advice.
    Thanks all for the help and advice.
    Thanks all for the help and advice.
    TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026 at 1:19 PM, Trees
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    TheMadHedger
    Jan 19, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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