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Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere between the Orkneys and the Channel Islands or the...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere...
Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
Pe7e, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:05 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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waterbut
Feb 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
Nice to see some dry paths, it felt strange driving on a dry road this morning, potholes visible. Cloudy now but some nice sun earlier, cold at only 7c with a wind blowing at times.
Nice to see some dry paths, it felt strange driving on a dry road this morning, potholes visible. Cloudy now but some nice sun earlier, cold at only 7c with a wind blowing at times.
Nice to see some dry paths, it felt strange driving on a dry road this morning, potholes visible. Cloudy now but some nice sun earlier, cold at only 7c with a wind blowing at times.
Nice to see some dry paths, it felt strange driving on a dry road this morning, potholes visible. Cloudy now but some nice sun earlier, cold at only 7c with a wind blowing at times.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 76 77 78
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pete
Feb 17, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Hot weather on the way?
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to lessen the amount of sun. I avoid any actual netting -...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to...
I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
Allex50, Feb 16, 2026 at 3:45 PM, Allotments Discussion
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Philippa
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Whaaattt?
Thank you @Michael Hewett for another recipe. I like it when people share one that has been tried by them or someone they know. Referencing a general recipe site like allrecipe.com or your bbc one...
Thank you @Michael Hewett for another recipe. I like it when people share one that has been tried by them or someone they know. Referencing a general recipe site like allrecipe.com or your bbc one really is of no help. There's lots of not so nice recipes out there and I'd like ones that come...
Thank you @Michael Hewett for another recipe. I like it when people share one that has been tried by them or someone they know. Referencing a general recipe site like allrecipe.com or your bbc one really is of no help. There's lots of not so nice...
Thank you @Michael Hewett for another recipe. I like it when people share one that has been tried by them or someone they know. Referencing a general recipe site like allrecipe.com or your bbc one...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 338 339 340
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CanadianLori
Feb 17, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Five hours is impressive @LunarSea, your plants and neighbourhood cats will be delighted .
Five hours is impressive @LunarSea, your plants and neighbourhood cats will be delighted .
Five hours is impressive @LunarSea, your plants and neighbourhood cats will be delighted .
Five hours is impressive @LunarSea, your plants and neighbourhood cats will be delighted .
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 15 16 17
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Plantminded
Feb 17, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Strawberries preparing
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
Allex50, Feb 16, 2026 at 3:52 PM, Edible Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Ideas for shady front garden....
Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
machtucker, Feb 17, 2026 at 3:45 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 17, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
@Fat Controller I saw an item on TV in the last day or so where a consumer expert said that if you do suffer pothole damage to your vehicle, whatever it is, you should take photos and keep the...
@Fat Controller I saw an item on TV in the last day or so where a consumer expert said that if you do suffer pothole damage to your vehicle, whatever it is, you should take photos and keep the invoices for all repairs because the council defaulting on potholes is liable to refund your...
@Fat Controller I saw an item on TV in the last day or so where a consumer expert said that if you do suffer pothole damage to your vehicle, whatever it is, you should take photos and keep the invoices for all repairs because the council...
@Fat Controller I saw an item on TV in the last day or so where a consumer expert said that if you do suffer pothole damage to your vehicle, whatever it is, you should take photos and keep the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 47 48 49
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 17, 2026 at 6:09 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
@Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
@Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
@Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
@Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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CostasK
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Plants for memorial area
That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or...
That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or they won’t thrive. A Mahonia prefers a bit of shade and a richer soil in my experience.If there...
That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or they won’t thrive. A Mahonia prefers a bit of...
That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or...
BezzaDougal, Feb 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM, Other Plants
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AuntyRach
Feb 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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Fred Clarke
Feb 17, 2026 at 2:43 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not...
When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not having any this year as she's gone KETO and it's easier of we do it too so no pasta, rice, bread or...
When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not having any this year as she's gone KETO and it's...
When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 48 49 50
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 17, 2026 at 12:21 PM
My Garden Progress
If you dig the plant up to remove the grass bring a seat along with you so you can sit as you tease the grass out on your lap which in my case the grass was easily identified by its white roots...
If you dig the plant up to remove the grass bring a seat along with you so you can sit as you tease the grass out on your lap which in my case the grass was easily identified by its white roots and it saves your back.
If you dig the plant up to remove the grass bring a seat along with you so you can sit as you tease the grass out on your lap which in my case the grass was easily identified by its white roots and it saves your back.
If you dig the plant up to remove the grass bring a seat along with you so you can sit as you tease the grass out on your lap which in my case the grass was easily identified by its white roots...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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waterbut
Feb 17, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Yet more!
Yet more!
Yet more!
Yet more!

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Feb 17, 2026 at 11:33 AM
TurfWorld Limited
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and improve your lawn:Rake or scarify the lawn to...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and...
Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
Warren Jones, Dec 3, 2025, Business Directory
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Warren Jones
Feb 17, 2026 at 11:24 AM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 28 29 30
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Logan
Feb 17, 2026 at 10:49 AM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it...
Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it and so it served as a lawnmower. On a quiet weekend, a man working for the tax office, past his...
Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it and so it served as a lawnmower. On a quiet...
Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 15 16 17
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 17, 2026 at 10:28 AM
GQT
Died 2009.
Died 2009.
Died 2009.
Died 2009.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 13, 2026 at 10:47 PM, Gardening Discussions
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NigelJ
Feb 17, 2026 at 9:32 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 16 17 18
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Ladybird4
Feb 17, 2026 at 7:27 AM
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PHOTO COMP DISCUSSION THREAD
My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
shiney, Jun 5, 2022, Photo Competitions ... 5 6 7
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Love my chicken
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