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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We were 18.7c for the high at 3o'clck and now 18.5c with a light breeze.
    We were 18.7c for the high at 3o'clck and now 18.5c with a light breeze.
    We were 18.7c for the high at 3o'clck and now 18.5c with a light breeze.
    We were 18.7c for the high at 3o'clck and now 18.5c with a light breeze.
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  2. GreenFingeredPete

    Plant labels

    I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
    I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
    I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
    I use pencil, then at the end of season I collect all the labels. The ones that didn't break from the light get washed (using sponge and soap), then I use eraser to clean whatever written.
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  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Some years ago we did a helicopter trip over the Hoover dam and into the Grand Canyon. They weighed all of the passengers - 6 in each of two helicopters, they then allocated us to different...
    Some years ago we did a helicopter trip over the Hoover dam and into the Grand Canyon. They weighed all of the passengers - 6 in each of two helicopters, they then allocated us to different machines.Sorry to go back over old ground: Regarding tarmac/ pothole repairs, one of the plot holders...
    Some years ago we did a helicopter trip over the Hoover dam and into the Grand Canyon. They weighed all of the passengers - 6 in each of two helicopters, they then allocated us to different machines.Sorry to go back over old ground:...
    Some years ago we did a helicopter trip over the Hoover dam and into the Grand Canyon. They weighed all of the passengers - 6 in each of two helicopters, they then allocated us to different...
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  4. Beatts

    Doable do you think?

    Yes as hinted at by @Plantminded, drainage channels need somewhere to drain to. Therefore you will need a deeper sump somewhere at the lowest point, so water can collect initially but then seep...
    Yes as hinted at by @Plantminded, drainage channels need somewhere to drain to. Therefore you will need a deeper sump somewhere at the lowest point, so water can collect initially but then seep away. Have you considered a pond? That could help with some of the excess water. As a final point,...
    Yes as hinted at by @Plantminded, drainage channels need somewhere to drain to. Therefore you will need a deeper sump somewhere at the lowest point, so water can collect initially but then seep away. Have you considered a pond? That could help...
    Yes as hinted at by @Plantminded, drainage channels need somewhere to drain to. Therefore you will need a deeper sump somewhere at the lowest point, so water can collect initially but then seep...
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  5. Gairdner

    New Here…

    Oh, I like my flowers too. What is a garden without them? And thank you.
    Oh, I like my flowers too. What is a garden without them? And thank you.
    Oh, I like my flowers too. What is a garden without them? And thank you.
    Oh, I like my flowers too. What is a garden without them? And thank you.
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  6. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Sorry to disappoint you. :dunno: I certainly prefer cakes as a commodity. Especially lemon drizzle cake.
    Sorry to disappoint you. :dunno: I certainly prefer cakes as a commodity. Especially lemon drizzle cake.
    Sorry to disappoint you. :dunno: I certainly prefer cakes as a commodity. Especially lemon drizzle cake.
    Sorry to disappoint you. :dunno: I certainly prefer cakes as a commodity. Especially lemon drizzle cake.
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  7. JWK
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  8. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Hello all, have not been here in a while, traveling with show car. We were just down in Alabama, got a major award, and money prize. Taking off again tomorrow to Mississippi, then the Chicago...
    Hello all, have not been here in a while, traveling with show car. We were just down in Alabama, got a major award, and money prize. Taking off again tomorrow to Mississippi, then the Chicago then to Ohio, all car shows. Hope to be home on the 18th of March. Baking bread now to take, its...
    Hello all, have not been here in a while, traveling with show car. We were just down in Alabama, got a major award, and money prize. Taking off again tomorrow to Mississippi, then the Chicago then to Ohio, all car shows. Hope to be home on...
    Hello all, have not been here in a while, traveling with show car. We were just down in Alabama, got a major award, and money prize. Taking off again tomorrow to Mississippi, then the Chicago...
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  9. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande...
    So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande (opened)*Expired 2024 **Expired 2025
    So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande (opened)*Expired 2024 **Expired 2025
    So just had a look what tomato seeds I have.1x Gardeners Delight 2x Red Cherry (free with Gardener’s World Magazine)** 2x Roma 1x Alicante** 1x Red Cherry 1x Hildares* 1x Marmande...
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  10. Bear

    Cross runner beans

    20-30 years of growing different runner beans in the past, but maybe about 5-10 years ago I decided to try Moonlight and up to now they have given a tremendous crop each year and in the same spot...
    20-30 years of growing different runner beans in the past, but maybe about 5-10 years ago I decided to try Moonlight and up to now they have given a tremendous crop each year and in the same spot year after year (although I do empty the compost bin on the area, oh and plus we're not on a water...
    20-30 years of growing different runner beans in the past, but maybe about 5-10 years ago I decided to try Moonlight and up to now they have given a tremendous crop each year and in the same spot year after year (although I do empty the compost...
    20-30 years of growing different runner beans in the past, but maybe about 5-10 years ago I decided to try Moonlight and up to now they have given a tremendous crop each year and in the same spot...
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  11. ArmyAirForce
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    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got...
    The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got nothing to loose.As you have probably noticed from all the bird photos recently, they have become...
    The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got nothing to loose.As you have probably noticed...
    The last one for now, was on the Thorny olive tree that the bird table and hanging feeder are on. It's another variegated leaf plant. It's quite early in the year to be trying this, but I've got...
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  12. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Aaah ..... you've caught me out It took all but the last 18" of that branch. It might have taken it but I sawed it off anyway to avoid jamming the machine.
    Aaah ..... you've caught me out It took all but the last 18" of that branch. It might have taken it but I sawed it off anyway to avoid jamming the machine.
    Aaah ..... you've caught me out It took all but the last 18" of that branch. It might have taken it but I sawed it off anyway to avoid jamming the machine.
    Aaah ..... you've caught me out It took all but the last 18" of that branch. It might have taken it but I sawed it off anyway to avoid jamming the machine.
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  13. BezzaDougal

    Plants for memorial area

    Royal Bumble is a good one too. Dyson’s don’t stock this or any of the Lips series unfortunately. Other less well known varieties can be borderline hardy and require winter protection so be sure...
    Royal Bumble is a good one too. Dyson’s don’t stock this or any of the Lips series unfortunately. Other less well known varieties can be borderline hardy and require winter protection so be sure to check the RHS hardiness rating.
    Royal Bumble is a good one too. Dyson’s don’t stock this or any of the Lips series unfortunately. Other less well known varieties can be borderline hardy and require winter protection so be sure to check the RHS hardiness rating.
    Royal Bumble is a good one too. Dyson’s don’t stock this or any of the Lips series unfortunately. Other less well known varieties can be borderline hardy and require winter protection so be sure...
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  14. GreenFingeredPete

    Visiting Gardens

    I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides :thud:. Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me...
    I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides :thud:. Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me also includes wind through the trees and swishing through dried grasses in winter.
    I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides :thud:. Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me also includes wind through the trees and swishing...
    I’d be surprised if Beth Chatto’s gardeners use slug pellets or insecticides :thud:. Birds tend to be vocal here in the morning and out looking for worms mainly early morning and at dusk. Sound for me...
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  15. Jiffy

    Argos has a red code

    Thank you :dbgrtmb: Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: Ricky that's what i like the know, i haven't seen that page
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  16. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.:heehee:
    Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.:heehee:
    Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.:heehee:
    Agree, could trip over and seriously damage some plants.:heehee:
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  17. Pe7e

    Overwhelmed by my garden

    Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
    Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
    Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
    Paving slabs with a few pots and containers for summer or spring interest.
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  18. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions,...
    Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions, some brassicas, lettuce and other salads,some herbs like parsley, dill and corianderAlso lidl have...
    Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions, some brassicas, lettuce and other salads,some herbs...
    Going to do first sowings of the year this weekend. All in module trays, will germinate inside the house then move to greenhouse when germinated, so they'll all have to be frost hardyOnions,...
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  19. Jungle Jane

    Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?

    Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
    Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white dots as a precursor to rooting. It's a good sign...
    Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come to anything. In water you get those little white...
    Hard wood cuttings have stored energy so they can often continue to throw out leaves before they root. I would personally remove the fruits because they are just robbing the energy and won't come...
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  20. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
    Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
    Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
    Conditions more important than gardening ability I suspect.
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