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What's your weather like 2026
For our damp grey day yesterday we gained 2mm in the gauge. Currently it is grey with a light breeze and 14,4c which it has been all night. Today's forecast is grey with the possibility of...
For our damp grey day yesterday we gained 2mm in the gauge. Currently it is grey with a light breeze and 14,4c which it has been all night. Today's forecast is grey with the possibility of showers so it will just e grey and humid. The sun should return on Saturday when hopefully I can get...
For our damp grey day yesterday we gained 2mm in the gauge. Currently it is grey with a light breeze and 14,4c which it has been all night. Today's forecast is grey with the possibility of showers so it will just e grey and humid. The sun...
For our damp grey day yesterday we gained 2mm in the gauge. Currently it is grey with a light breeze and 14,4c which it has been all night. Today's forecast is grey with the possibility of...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 65 66 67
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Victoria
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere virtually frost free you will not see much happening at the moment. In my cold greenhouse I've just...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere virtually frost free you will not see much happening...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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NigelJ
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Mysterious plant or fungus
I've seen crows roll them around on the ground and fly off without eating them.
I've seen crows roll them around on the ground and fly off without eating them.
I've seen crows roll them around on the ground and fly off without eating them.
I've seen crows roll them around on the ground and fly off without eating them.
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM, Identification Area
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pete
Feb 11, 2026 at 7:36 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 14 15 16
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Ladybird4
Feb 11, 2026 at 7:22 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning everybody. Pleased to hear that you are feeling a little better I had already looked up adverse possession and advised my neighbour @Obelix-Vendée but a massive thank you for you...
Good morning everybody. Pleased to hear that you are feeling a little better I had already looked up adverse possession and advised my neighbour @Obelix-Vendée but a massive thank you for you taking the time to look that up for me. Latest update is that as the builders haven't acquired all the...
Good morning everybody. Pleased to hear that you are feeling a little better I had already looked up adverse possession and advised my neighbour @Obelix-Vendée but a massive thank you for you taking the time to look that up for me. Latest...
Good morning everybody. Pleased to hear that you are feeling a little better I had already looked up adverse possession and advised my neighbour @Obelix-Vendée but a massive thank you for you...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 40 41 42
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Ladybird4
Feb 11, 2026 at 7:14 AM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
With all that has been going on with our greenhouse and also having the tree surgeons in, and the rain, I haven't had much time to take photos.I did take a few shots of one of our...
With all that has been going on with our greenhouse and also having the tree surgeons in, and the rain, I haven't had much time to take photos.I did take a few shots of one of our SarcococcaWe have had it for many years and needs fairly hard pruning each yearWe had to get the surgeons...
With all that has been going on with our greenhouse and also having the tree surgeons in, and the rain, I haven't had much time to take photos.I did take a few shots of one of our SarcococcaWe have had it for many years and needs fairly...
With all that has been going on with our greenhouse and also having the tree surgeons in, and the rain, I haven't had much time to take photos.I did take a few shots of one of our...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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shiney
Feb 11, 2026 at 6:55 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 8 9 10
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pete
Feb 11, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
It is absolutely shocking behaviour, I'd like to offer the comforting thought that Trump cannot go on for ever and so there is hope on the horizon, but I fear he has set a benchmark and future...
It is absolutely shocking behaviour, I'd like to offer the comforting thought that Trump cannot go on for ever and so there is hope on the horizon, but I fear he has set a benchmark and future Republican presidents may follow suit. Not to be able to trust a militarily strong neighbour is an...
It is absolutely shocking behaviour, I'd like to offer the comforting thought that Trump cannot go on for ever and so there is hope on the horizon, but I fear he has set a benchmark and future Republican presidents may follow suit. Not to be...
It is absolutely shocking behaviour, I'd like to offer the comforting thought that Trump cannot go on for ever and so there is hope on the horizon, but I fear he has set a benchmark and future...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 38 39 40
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ViewAhead
Feb 11, 2026 at 6:35 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I had sown Marigold and Antirrhinum on Saturday afternoon out of desperation to do anything. The Marigold seeds must have just waited for water and soil. When I raised Monday morning the cling...
I had sown Marigold and Antirrhinum on Saturday afternoon out of desperation to do anything. The Marigold seeds must have just waited for water and soil. When I raised Monday morning the cling film, they were all germinated. I could do a bit, but when ever I have time, it rains.
I had sown Marigold and Antirrhinum on Saturday afternoon out of desperation to do anything. The Marigold seeds must have just waited for water and soil. When I raised Monday morning the cling film, they were all germinated. I could do a bit, but...
I had sown Marigold and Antirrhinum on Saturday afternoon out of desperation to do anything. The Marigold seeds must have just waited for water and soil. When I raised Monday morning the cling...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 11, 2026 at 3:14 AM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as could tell by the label on the rhododendron it was a cheap one from Lidls*.As they say if you like...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as could tell by the label on the rhododendron it was...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 10, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Hedychium question
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
Fof, Feb 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM, Tropical Gardening
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pete
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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programmes to watch
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Tidemark
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:20 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another...
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another person.Simple! @shiney , looking very grand already Thanks for sharing the journey!
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another person.Simple! @shiney , looking very grand...
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 15 16 17
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Selleri
Feb 10, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Improving drainage help
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long and it will be hard work. The rye really helps the drying out in early spring and the roots make the...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long and it will be hard work. The rye really helps the...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long...
kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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pete
Feb 10, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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Electric cars.
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 187 188 189
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Plantminded
Feb 10, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Planting Advice for Newly Landscaped Garden (Horley, UK)
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow and columnar, and Miscanthus Malepartus which is a larger, vigorous grass. The three have different...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow and columnar, and Miscanthus Malepartus which is a...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow...
Andrew Funnell, Feb 3, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion
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Plantminded
Feb 10, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Planting a new fruit tree
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Novice Gardener Laura, Feb 5, 2026 at 2:13 PM, Trees
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waterbut
Feb 10, 2026 at 9:34 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Beautiful. Will she be an indoor or indoor/outdoor member of the family? Ours are allowed out from 8am to 7pm this time of year, an hour more in Summer.
Beautiful. Will she be an indoor or indoor/outdoor member of the family? Ours are allowed out from 8am to 7pm this time of year, an hour more in Summer.
Beautiful. Will she be an indoor or indoor/outdoor member of the family? Ours are allowed out from 8am to 7pm this time of year, an hour more in Summer.
Beautiful. Will she be an indoor or indoor/outdoor member of the family? Ours are allowed out from 8am to 7pm this time of year, an hour more in Summer.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 4 5 6
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Victoria
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:56 AM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
Sounds as if you need to clear your search history and remove your cookies....
Sounds as if you need to clear your search history and remove your cookies....
Sounds as if you need to clear your search history and remove your cookies....
Sounds as if you need to clear your search history and remove your cookies....
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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infradig
Feb 9, 2026 at 9:37 PM

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