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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Not only petrol/diesel but also heating oil for those of us that have to buy it.
Not only petrol/diesel but also heating oil for those of us that have to buy it.
Not only petrol/diesel but also heating oil for those of us that have to buy it.
Not only petrol/diesel but also heating oil for those of us that have to buy it.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 65 66 67
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Philippa
Mar 3, 2026 at 11:11 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I have begun Operation Groundcover Taming. Far and away not the most urgent task, but I could do it largely standing up. I really need to move a geranium, but before I can do that I need to...
I have begun Operation Groundcover Taming. Far and away not the most urgent task, but I could do it largely standing up. I really need to move a geranium, but before I can do that I need to move a campanula, and before I can do that, I need to uproot some grasses, and before I can do that...
I have begun Operation Groundcover Taming. Far and away not the most urgent task, but I could do it largely standing up. I really need to move a geranium, but before I can do that I need to move a campanula, and before I can do that, I need...
I have begun Operation Groundcover Taming. Far and away not the most urgent task, but I could do it largely standing up. I really need to move a geranium, but before I can do that I need to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 23 24 25
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ViewAhead
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:05 AM
Can anybody recommend a pressure washer?
Thank you all for your interesting and useful suggestions.
Thank you all for your interesting and useful suggestions.
Thank you all for your interesting and useful suggestions.
Thank you all for your interesting and useful suggestions.
Tidemark, Mar 2, 2026 at 7:42 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Tidemark
Mar 3, 2026 at 9:47 AM
Whaaattt?
With any luck, sooner rather than later.
With any luck, sooner rather than later.
With any luck, sooner rather than later.
With any luck, sooner rather than later.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 363 364 365
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Fat Controller
Mar 3, 2026 at 8:51 AM
Heat mat recomendations
That does sound wrong, you need the Sensor inside one of the propagators.Putting the sensor into the compost might be good to germinate the seeds, but once growing above the compost we prefer to...
That does sound wrong, you need the Sensor inside one of the propagators.Putting the sensor into the compost might be good to germinate the seeds, but once growing above the compost we prefer to just lay it on the surface of the compost rather than in it, reason the air temp varies more...
That does sound wrong, you need the Sensor inside one of the propagators.Putting the sensor into the compost might be good to germinate the seeds, but once growing above the compost we prefer to just lay it on the surface of the compost rather...
That does sound wrong, you need the Sensor inside one of the propagators.Putting the sensor into the compost might be good to germinate the seeds, but once growing above the compost we prefer to...
markharry66, Jan 9, 2026, Tropical Gardening
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ricky101
Mar 3, 2026 at 9:31 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Fine again. The wind has dropped and it's very still.
Fine again. The wind has dropped and it's very still.
Fine again. The wind has dropped and it's very still.
Fine again. The wind has dropped and it's very still.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 99 100 101
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JennyJB
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:24 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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Ladybird4
Mar 3, 2026 at 7:09 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Morning from a sunny Wales. I have not heard any news about my friend, S. She's in my thoughts a lot. I'm going to the chiropodist this afternoon, so debating whether to call at her hub's on the...
Morning from a sunny Wales. I have not heard any news about my friend, S. She's in my thoughts a lot. I'm going to the chiropodist this afternoon, so debating whether to call at her hub's on the way back. He is not a communicative man and may not even answer the door. Thanks for the link, I...
Morning from a sunny Wales. I have not heard any news about my friend, S. She's in my thoughts a lot. I'm going to the chiropodist this afternoon, so debating whether to call at her hub's on the way back. He is not a communicative man and may not...
Morning from a sunny Wales. I have not heard any news about my friend, S. She's in my thoughts a lot. I'm going to the chiropodist this afternoon, so debating whether to call at her hub's on the...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 63 64 65
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Penny_Forthem
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:41 AM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-
There's not much here to see at the moment, some slug-munched Snowdrops, and some slug-munched Hellebores ...These were not too bad :-Scilla :-Pulmonaria just starting :-

shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Mar 3, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Portuguese laurel under stress
Hi @AlisaIt was a rootball plant rather than container grown and my understanding of that is that some of the roots are cut during the process of lifting them from the ground, but in theory...
Hi @AlisaIt was a rootball plant rather than container grown and my understanding of that is that some of the roots are cut during the process of lifting them from the ground, but in theory there shouldn't be an issue with being root bound I think. Having said that, I did think that the soil...
Hi @AlisaIt was a rootball plant rather than container grown and my understanding of that is that some of the roots are cut during the process of lifting them from the ground, but in theory there shouldn't be an issue with being root bound I...
Hi @AlisaIt was a rootball plant rather than container grown and my understanding of that is that some of the roots are cut during the process of lifting them from the ground, but in theory...
CostasK, Mar 2, 2026 at 11:41 PM, Trees
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CostasK
Mar 3, 2026 at 9:38 AM
Nerines (Bowden)
You got a great bargain there, I’m not jealous.Stuff from Lidls is great, I bought 3 packs of Nerines in there today, so now have 27 bulbs, plan to do 3 shallow bowls of 9. These can planted...
You got a great bargain there, I’m not jealous.Stuff from Lidls is great, I bought 3 packs of Nerines in there today, so now have 27 bulbs, plan to do 3 shallow bowls of 9. These can planted quite late so plan to put these in my ex daffodil bulbs.
You got a great bargain there, I’m not jealous.Stuff from Lidls is great, I bought 3 packs of Nerines in there today, so now have 27 bulbs, plan to do 3 shallow bowls of 9. These can planted quite late so plan to put these in my ex daffodil bulbs.
You got a great bargain there, I’m not jealous.Stuff from Lidls is great, I bought 3 packs of Nerines in there today, so now have 27 bulbs, plan to do 3 shallow bowls of 9. These can planted...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 24, 2026, Gardening Discussions
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:34 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
It bothers me as I still haven't got windscreen wipers for my glasses.
It bothers me as I still haven't got windscreen wipers for my glasses.
It bothers me as I still haven't got windscreen wipers for my glasses.
It bothers me as I still haven't got windscreen wipers for my glasses.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 6 7 8
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shiney
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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Vegetable Growing 2026
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do well with compeition.If you think they need it,...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots weed free as they are shallow rooted and don't do...
The usual way is to prepare the soil well before planting - clearing all weeds, adding garden compost or well-rotted manure and any fertiliser. After planting, keep the onions/garlic/shallots...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Obelix-Vendée
Mar 2, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a picture of my front garden.So the driveway on the...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going to indulge you here and from Google Maps is a...
I only live in a maisonette, with a small courtyard garden which is north facing. I also have a south facing driveway with space for two cars, so do a lot of gardening on that as well.I am going...

GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 16 17 18
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GreenFingeredPete
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:53 PM
My Garden Progress
Hello @CanadianLoriThanks for the compliment, it is appreciated.I spent another Hour in the Back Garden Today using my Kneeling Mat, 1000mm x 500mm Closed Cell Foam, and a Pair of Grass...
Hello @CanadianLoriThanks for the compliment, it is appreciated.I spent another Hour in the Back Garden Today using my Kneeling Mat, 1000mm x 500mm Closed Cell Foam, and a Pair of Grass Shears (?) To tidy the Edges of the Lawn.The Edges look a lot better but my Hands are aching.I am not...
Hello @CanadianLoriThanks for the compliment, it is appreciated.I spent another Hour in the Back Garden Today using my Kneeling Mat, 1000mm x 500mm Closed Cell Foam, and a Pair of Grass Shears (?) To tidy the Edges of the Lawn.The Edges...
Hello @CanadianLoriThanks for the compliment, it is appreciated.I spent another Hour in the Back Garden Today using my Kneeling Mat, 1000mm x 500mm Closed Cell Foam, and a Pair of Grass...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 53 54 55
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Kevin Cowans
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:45 PM
A film recommendation - I Swear
Not often I would do this, but having just sat and watched the film "I Swear", I thought I'd pass on a recommendation. It seems to be a rarity nowadays that a really good film surfaces, but by...
Not often I would do this, but having just sat and watched the film "I Swear", I thought I'd pass on a recommendation. It seems to be a rarity nowadays that a really good film surfaces, but by heck this is one absolute gem.Portraying the true story of John Davidson, living with Tourette's...
Not often I would do this, but having just sat and watched the film "I Swear", I thought I'd pass on a recommendation. It seems to be a rarity nowadays that a really good film surfaces, but by heck this is one absolute gem.Portraying the true...
Not often I would do this, but having just sat and watched the film "I Swear", I thought I'd pass on a recommendation. It seems to be a rarity nowadays that a really good film surfaces, but by...
Fat Controller, Mar 2, 2026 at 9:01 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Fat Controller
Mar 2, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Got some Jumbo Colocasia Esculenta this year. They are the size of bowling balls
Got some Jumbo Colocasia Esculenta this year. They are the size of bowling balls
Got some Jumbo Colocasia Esculenta this year. They are the size of bowling balls
Got some Jumbo Colocasia Esculenta this year. They are the size of bowling balls

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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Banana Man
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026
Saw brimstones again. Watched a very pale peacock feeding on a blue hyacinth and then basking on a stone slab. Quick glimpse of a comma near the pond. A few years ago we had sparrows pulling at...
Saw brimstones again. Watched a very pale peacock feeding on a blue hyacinth and then basking on a stone slab. Quick glimpse of a comma near the pond. A few years ago we had sparrows pulling at the primrose flowers. Haven't done it this year but now they are having a go at the forsythia flower buds.
Saw brimstones again. Watched a very pale peacock feeding on a blue hyacinth and then basking on a stone slab. Quick glimpse of a comma near the pond. A few years ago we had sparrows pulling at the primrose flowers. Haven't done it this year but...
Saw brimstones again. Watched a very pale peacock feeding on a blue hyacinth and then basking on a stone slab. Quick glimpse of a comma near the pond. A few years ago we had sparrows pulling at...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner
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On the Levels
Mar 3, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Sika Deer, Canada Goose and two incoming Greylag Geese. Poole HarbourFirst Adder of the year.
Sika Deer, Canada Goose and two incoming Greylag Geese. Poole HarbourFirst Adder of the year.
Sika Deer, Canada Goose and two incoming Greylag Geese. Poole HarbourFirst Adder of the year.
Sika Deer, Canada Goose and two incoming Greylag Geese. Poole HarbourFirst Adder of the year.

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 21 22 23
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strongylodon
Mar 2, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Poorly spindly Mimosa tree- help!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Yes, it does look pretty bad. You wouldn’t believe how lush it was only 2 years ago… thank you for sharing!
Bluebell Q, Mar 1, 2026 at 9:37 PM, Trees
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Bluebell Q
Mar 2, 2026 at 4:31 PM

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