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  1. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Crikey, they really have got a wiggle on today, I expect a steady supply of steaming mugs of tea has helped. ;)
    Crikey, they really have got a wiggle on today, I expect a steady supply of steaming mugs of tea has helped. ;)
    Crikey, they really have got a wiggle on today, I expect a steady supply of steaming mugs of tea has helped. ;)
    Crikey, they really have got a wiggle on today, I expect a steady supply of steaming mugs of tea has helped. ;)
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  2. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who...
    Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who knew that when you have a new boiler fitted these days, you have to have thermostatic valves on the...
    Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who knew that when you have a new boiler fitted these...
    Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who...
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  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. Best bet is to go back to the solicitor and see what...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. ...
    Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It was Captain Oates in Scott's Antarctic expedition.
    It was Captain Oates in Scott's Antarctic expedition.
    It was Captain Oates in Scott's Antarctic expedition.
    It was Captain Oates in Scott's Antarctic expedition.
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  5. Kevin Cowans

    My Garden Progress

    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
    Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
    Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
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  7. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I will eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the height of the season. Any excess I dehydrate and use over winter.
    I will eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the height of the season. Any excess I dehydrate and use over winter.
    I will eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the height of the season. Any excess I dehydrate and use over winter.
    I will eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the height of the season. Any excess I dehydrate and use over winter.
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  8. Fat Controller
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    All things automotive

    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
    This is interesting, I'd already decided not to go for one of these.Plug-hybrid-cars-dubbed-scandal-think-tank-fuel-bills-double-drivers-told.html
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  9. Alisa

    Daphne - which variety to choose

    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
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  10. JWK
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  11. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
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  12. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love reading about plant purchases. And even more so...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love...
    Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
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  13. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Rats and sinking ships come to mind. ;)Maybe if you leave the party you were voted in to represent, you should have to become an Independent. That would discourage most of 'em.
    Rats and sinking ships come to mind. ;)Maybe if you leave the party you were voted in to represent, you should have to become an Independent. That would discourage most of 'em.
    Rats and sinking ships come to mind. ;)Maybe if you leave the party you were voted in to represent, you should have to become an Independent. That would discourage most of 'em.
    Rats and sinking ships come to mind. ;)Maybe if you leave the party you were voted in to represent, you should have to become an Independent. That would discourage most of 'em.
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  14. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
    I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
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  15. Tidemark
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    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle of wine, which allows me to do my famous party...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle...
    I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
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  16. TheMadHedger

    Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?

    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor your neighbour can definitey prove one way or another...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor...
    I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
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  17. Logan
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  18. BB3
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    What an eejit!

    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some miracle, they managed to throw the kids and luggage...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some...
    Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
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  19. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
    Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
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  20. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026

    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
    Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
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