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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not awake.I dont see individual immigrants as a threat, I...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform voters, they were all very old and almost not...
    As far as the BBC are concerned it just looked like they targeted very different kinds of people, TBH I would be embarrassed by the kind kind of people they were talking to that were the Reform...
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  2. Adam1303

    What to plant in my borders? (Suggestions)

    Hi,I did some DIY landscaping last year, installing a sandstone path/patio area in my front garden with borders either side (3ft wide, 10ft long).I planted some annuals between rose bushes I...
    Hi,I did some DIY landscaping last year, installing a sandstone path/patio area in my front garden with borders either side (3ft wide, 10ft long).I planted some annuals between rose bushes I had planted 2 years ago (stromboli either end, and chinatown in the middle), just so it'd look...
    Hi,I did some DIY landscaping last year, installing a sandstone path/patio area in my front garden with borders either side (3ft wide, 10ft long).I planted some annuals between rose bushes I had planted 2 years ago (stromboli either end,...
    Hi,I did some DIY landscaping last year, installing a sandstone path/patio area in my front garden with borders either side (3ft wide, 10ft long).I planted some annuals between rose bushes I...
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    After another day of drizzly mizzle the sky has cleared completely. All set to witness this rare planetary alignment. Told the best time was to look at 6.15 pm. Only trouble is, it’s 6.14 pm and...
    After another day of drizzly mizzle the sky has cleared completely. All set to witness this rare planetary alignment. Told the best time was to look at 6.15 pm. Only trouble is, it’s 6.14 pm and there’s not a thing to be seen anywhere.
    After another day of drizzly mizzle the sky has cleared completely. All set to witness this rare planetary alignment. Told the best time was to look at 6.15 pm. Only trouble is, it’s 6.14 pm and there’s not a thing to be seen anywhere.
    After another day of drizzly mizzle the sky has cleared completely. All set to witness this rare planetary alignment. Told the best time was to look at 6.15 pm. Only trouble is, it’s 6.14 pm and...
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  4. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Fair and free voting is absolutely essential to the democratic process. Without the assurance that it can be maintained, we become just one more corrupt state with untrustworthy election results.
    Fair and free voting is absolutely essential to the democratic process. Without the assurance that it can be maintained, we become just one more corrupt state with untrustworthy election results.
    Fair and free voting is absolutely essential to the democratic process. Without the assurance that it can be maintained, we become just one more corrupt state with untrustworthy election results.
    Fair and free voting is absolutely essential to the democratic process. Without the assurance that it can be maintained, we become just one more corrupt state with untrustworthy election results.
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  5. pete

    What died on you this winter?

    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
    Nothing dead here, although most Heucheras are looking shabby. They are currently on the review list which precedes the departure lounge :biggrin:. The bluebells are back with a vengeance though :rolleyespink:.
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  6. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn, Cut a H over the area and Lift the Turf, remove any...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the Grass.If you need to remove a Lump in the Lawn,...
    HelloNot to be Controversial, but.....Never use a Roller on the Lawn to Flatten it. the only thing you will accomplish will be to Compact the Soil which in turn will affect the Growth of the...
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  7. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to collect the compost up to 2020. - I moved the tree...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I moved the compost into the old corner where I used to...
    After I had to take out the Acer, it was time to take care of the bed where I also had to remove three ferns last year because of neighbour's :mad: bindweed.I seized the chance of change and - I...
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  8. Sydney Carton

    Hedge dying?

    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the hedging with leaves visible would be helpful.
    I can only identify the ivy in your photos, do you know what species your hedge is? The ivy has undoubtedly taken a hold over it, depriving it of light, nutrients and water. A close up of the...
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  9. garden_shade

    New Gardener - help!

    Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
    Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
    Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
    Thanks so much @Selleri . I will post some updates soon - really looking forward to sharing this journey (thanks for the top about location, I will update my profile).
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  10. latimer

    Is this mad idea? Or just gardening?

    Many grasses and perennials struggle in wet clay soil, especially over winter. If you can improve drainage and reduce nutrient levels you may have more success with them. Including more evergreen...
    Many grasses and perennials struggle in wet clay soil, especially over winter. If you can improve drainage and reduce nutrient levels you may have more success with them. Including more evergreen and deciduous shrubs and trees will help to give your garden more structure. Consider those with...
    Many grasses and perennials struggle in wet clay soil, especially over winter. If you can improve drainage and reduce nutrient levels you may have more success with them. Including more evergreen and deciduous shrubs and trees will help to give...
    Many grasses and perennials struggle in wet clay soil, especially over winter. If you can improve drainage and reduce nutrient levels you may have more success with them. Including more evergreen...
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  11. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Hello all.Thanks for good wishes re daughter's car, @Ladybird4 . No news is probably not good news... but I'll find out later this evening.Lovely sun this morning, when we were at a...
    Hello all.Thanks for good wishes re daughter's car, @Ladybird4 . No news is probably not good news... but I'll find out later this evening.Lovely sun this morning, when we were at a rehearsal, but the rain started on the way home. Of course. :th scifD36:
    Hello all.Thanks for good wishes re daughter's car, @Ladybird4 . No news is probably not good news... but I'll find out later this evening.Lovely sun this morning, when we were at a rehearsal, but the rain started on the way home. Of course. :th scifD36:
    Hello all.Thanks for good wishes re daughter's car, @Ladybird4 . No news is probably not good news... but I'll find out later this evening.Lovely sun this morning, when we were at a...
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  12. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    Well I did wonder why we had an hour's power cut today. Could you please let me know before tinkering with electrics again @shiney ? ;)
    Well I did wonder why we had an hour's power cut today. Could you please let me know before tinkering with electrics again @shiney ? ;)
    Well I did wonder why we had an hour's power cut today. Could you please let me know before tinkering with electrics again @shiney ? ;)
    Well I did wonder why we had an hour's power cut today. Could you please let me know before tinkering with electrics again @shiney ? ;)
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  13. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to...
    The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to be okay, all in good quality ziplocks. Fingers crossed.
    The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to be okay, all in good quality ziplocks. Fingers crossed.
    The state of my envelope from Meraki Seeds! Looks like it's had quite the adventure. I know I'm not the only person to receive their order in this condition today. Thankfully, the seeds look to...
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  14. JWK
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  15. Fat Controller
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    Migration to NEW software & server

    No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly...
    No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly if a thread hasn't had a reply for 18 months to two years, it is entering the 'old' territory at that...
    No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly if a thread hasn't had a reply for 18 months to two...
    No such thing as a daft question!We don't have a hard and fast rule, nor indeed would I personally advocate that we need one - I think it has to be considered on a case by case basis. Clearly...
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  16. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @shiney it's a shame you are a long way from N London. My friend at Capel would love all that moss for the Japanese garden. :)
    @shiney it's a shame you are a long way from N London. My friend at Capel would love all that moss for the Japanese garden. :)
    @shiney it's a shame you are a long way from N London. My friend at Capel would love all that moss for the Japanese garden. :)
    @shiney it's a shame you are a long way from N London. My friend at Capel would love all that moss for the Japanese garden. :)
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  17. Ditherer

    planting with wildlife in mind

    the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct...
    the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct ruminents, deer and cattle doing that job now to an extent.there are many perrenial native flowers...
    the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct ruminents, deer and cattle doing that job now to an...
    the main thing with nutrients is they get outcompeted by grass, trees, brambles, and in poor soil those take longer to colonise if at all. wild meadows were maintained like that with now extinct...
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  18. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Go for it.
    Go for it.
    Go for it.
    Go for it.
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  19. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Plants were Zanthoxylum armatum, Z acanthopodium, z giraldi, Z piperitum and a Ginkoa biloba.
    Plants were Zanthoxylum armatum, Z acanthopodium, z giraldi, Z piperitum and a Ginkoa biloba.
    Plants were Zanthoxylum armatum, Z acanthopodium, z giraldi, Z piperitum and a Ginkoa biloba.
    Plants were Zanthoxylum armatum, Z acanthopodium, z giraldi, Z piperitum and a Ginkoa biloba.
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  20. Logan
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