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Latest moan from you and me 2026
You have high lighted that the Dutch, Danish and French have more time for family activities, childcare etc etc. What has that to do with being in the EU, or is it because those countries allow...
You have high lighted that the Dutch, Danish and French have more time for family activities, childcare etc etc. What has that to do with being in the EU, or is it because those countries allow very generous tax allowances from parents. Denmark, roughly £8000 per parent per child per year tax...
You have high lighted that the Dutch, Danish and French have more time for family activities, childcare etc etc. What has that to do with being in the EU, or is it because those countries allow very generous tax allowances from parents. Denmark,...
You have high lighted that the Dutch, Danish and French have more time for family activities, childcare etc etc. What has that to do with being in the EU, or is it because those countries allow...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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gks
Feb 13, 2026 at 9:30 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.
I am going to sign out now so I will bid you all a peaceful goodnight. See you all tomorrow.

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Ladybird4
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Plantminded
Feb 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
It has finally, finally stopped raining! Instead, heavy snow/sleet showers today It didn't help that I had a Teams call with a colleague based in Costa Rica
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 70 71 72
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Selleri
Feb 13, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 13, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 13, 2026 at 9:22 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Tidemark
Feb 12, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Herbs that are looking good this week…
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.

Sian in Belgium, Apr 10, 2025, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 2
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Sian in Belgium
Feb 12, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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wiseowl
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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programmes to watch
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Allotment Boy
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:24 AM
Help With Growing Seeds
I'm still thinking of getting those lights that @GreenFingeredPete and @CanadianLori directed me to, but I have to admit that yesterday I bought something more expensive... It's got variable...
I'm still thinking of getting those lights that @GreenFingeredPete and @CanadianLori directed me to, but I have to admit that yesterday I bought something more expensive... It's got variable light levels with a timer. It is aimed at growers of stuff that is still illegal here ... But it should...
I'm still thinking of getting those lights that @GreenFingeredPete and @CanadianLori directed me to, but I have to admit that yesterday I bought something more expensive... It's got variable light levels with a timer. It is aimed at growers of...
I'm still thinking of getting those lights that @GreenFingeredPete and @CanadianLori directed me to, but I have to admit that yesterday I bought something more expensive... It's got variable...

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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CarolineL
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:36 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called "Holes?* "When cheese gets its picture taken, what does it say?* Why are a wise man and a wise guy...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called "Holes?* "When cheese gets its picture taken, what...
Ifs and Whys* If you take an Oriental person and spin him around several times, does he become disoriented?* If people from Poland are called "Poles," why aren't people from Holland called...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Fat Controller
Feb 13, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 34 35 36
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strongylodon
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Decorative grasses for large Malaysia pots
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be...
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be thriving and the Miscanthus have survived being divided last year.
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be thriving and the Miscanthus have survived being divided...
I also grow Miscanthus Morning Light and Miscanthus Zebrinus as well as Calamagrostis Karl Foerster (on Plantminded's advice) all in pots about the same size as yours They all seem to be...
Spruce, Feb 11, 2026 at 6:36 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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lizzie27
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:39 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form of cover for each container. A few sticks in each...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
I've never had success with a bag when air layering so will be fun to see if those gizmos work
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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Loofah
Feb 11, 2026 at 7:11 PM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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hi2u_uk
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:39 PM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Friendly
Feb 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:41 AM
Mysterious plant or fungus
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM, Identification Area ... 2
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348
Thevictorian
Feb 11, 2026 at 10:42 AM

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