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  1. wiseowl
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    Land /Water Wildlife

    I used to work in a joinery workshop on an apple and pear farm, (orchards), we used to see pied wagtails a lot, they used to nest in the apple boxes that were stacked up.The type I see in winter...
    I used to work in a joinery workshop on an apple and pear farm, (orchards), we used to see pied wagtails a lot, they used to nest in the apple boxes that were stacked up.The type I see in winter in my garden is different it is yellow underneath and seem to be attracted to my pond, I'm also on...
    I used to work in a joinery workshop on an apple and pear farm, (orchards), we used to see pied wagtails a lot, they used to nest in the apple boxes that were stacked up.The type I see in winter in my garden is different it is yellow underneath...
    I used to work in a joinery workshop on an apple and pear farm, (orchards), we used to see pied wagtails a lot, they used to nest in the apple boxes that were stacked up.The type I see in winter...
    wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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    pete
    Mar 7, 2026 at 11:47 AM
  2. DaveyB

    Photinia red robin help

    I have always found that the Red Robins are always dropping their leaves. And they get spots. We only had shrub ones, but have moved to other types of Photinias now, because of the leaf fall....
    I have always found that the Red Robins are always dropping their leaves. And they get spots. We only had shrub ones, but have moved to other types of Photinias now, because of the leaf fall. Someone up the road has a trimmed hedge made out of Red Robins and it's doing very well. We did find...
    I have always found that the Red Robins are always dropping their leaves. And they get spots. We only had shrub ones, but have moved to other types of Photinias now, because of the leaf fall. Someone up the road has a trimmed hedge made out of...
    I have always found that the Red Robins are always dropping their leaves. And they get spots. We only had shrub ones, but have moved to other types of Photinias now, because of the leaf fall....
    DaveyB, Mar 3, 2026 at 6:15 PM, Trees
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    cactus_girl
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:46 AM
  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I am fully aware of that and I suspect it's the same film as has been shown in cinemas recently.
    I am fully aware of that and I suspect it's the same film as has been shown in cinemas recently.
    I am fully aware of that and I suspect it's the same film as has been shown in cinemas recently.
    I am fully aware of that and I suspect it's the same film as has been shown in cinemas recently.
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 371 372 373
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    NigelJ
    Mar 7, 2026 at 12:09 PM
  4. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    I grew Purple Majesty last year, they're great. Roasted they keep the colour really well. Yield was decent too, not far off Charlotte.
    I grew Purple Majesty last year, they're great. Roasted they keep the colour really well. Yield was decent too, not far off Charlotte.
    I grew Purple Majesty last year, they're great. Roasted they keep the colour really well. Yield was decent too, not far off Charlotte.
    I grew Purple Majesty last year, they're great. Roasted they keep the colour really well. Yield was decent too, not far off Charlotte.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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    Joao
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:38 AM
  5. JWK
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    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    Cloudy with possible drizzle. It feels quite chilly to me - I’ll discover the outside temp when I go in the car shortly - I’m guessing 7.
    Cloudy with possible drizzle. It feels quite chilly to me - I’ll discover the outside temp when I go in the car shortly - I’m guessing 7.
    Cloudy with possible drizzle. It feels quite chilly to me - I’ll discover the outside temp when I go in the car shortly - I’m guessing 7.
    Cloudy with possible drizzle. It feels quite chilly to me - I’ll discover the outside temp when I go in the car shortly - I’m guessing 7.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 104 105 106
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    AuntyRach
    Mar 7, 2026 at 10:49 AM
  6. Tidemark
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    A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude to life. Makes a change.Tiny possum and glider thought extinct for 6,000 years found in remote...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude to life. Makes a change.Tiny possum and glider...
    This made my morning today :)Not just the most uplifting animals, but also how the article described the humans, both the locals and the scientists seem to have quite kind and respectful attitude...
    Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    Selleri
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:13 AM
  7. james_uk

    would upgrading to 36v Ryobi mower stop it slowing down

    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the battery but it's only been a year. I will say that...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up quickly so storage is great too. No issue with the...
    Ego LM1903E-SP. I also added a rear roller which I haven't tried yet (laziness!). It's a superb machine and light as a feather, certainly compared to the old Honda I had before, and it folds up...
    james_uk, Mar 4, 2026 at 11:43 PM, Gardening Discussions ... 2
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    Loofah
    Mar 7, 2026 at 8:12 AM
  8. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    "Orange Emperor" tulips
    "Orange Emperor" tulips
    "Orange Emperor" tulips
    "Orange Emperor" tulips
    Narcissus bulbocodium.JPG Scilla siberica.JPG Narcissus Red Devon.JPG Arum pictum mature leaf.JPG Vestia foetida 2.JPG Narcissus bulbocodium 1.JPG
    shiney, Mar 1, 2026 at 1:16 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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    PzaMayor3
    Mar 7, 2026 at 12:01 PM
  9. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @Baalmaiden That's odd about the dieramas. Mine have stayed green all winter. I hope nothing has happened to yours.
    @Baalmaiden That's odd about the dieramas. Mine have stayed green all winter. I hope nothing has happened to yours.
    @Baalmaiden That's odd about the dieramas. Mine have stayed green all winter. I hope nothing has happened to yours.
    @Baalmaiden That's odd about the dieramas. Mine have stayed green all winter. I hope nothing has happened to yours.
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 26 27 28
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    CarolineL
    Mar 7, 2026 at 7:55 AM
  10. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Pleased to hear it. :)
    Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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    ViewAhead
    Mar 7, 2026 at 7:26 AM
  11. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 22 23 24
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    Fat Controller
    Mar 7, 2026 at 10:03 AM
  12. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Happy Birthday @Liriodendron :spinning:It’s a bit gloomy and chilly here plus my back is sore so no gardening for me today and not sure if a walk will help or hinder.Have a lovely weekend folks.
    Happy Birthday @Liriodendron :spinning:It’s a bit gloomy and chilly here plus my back is sore so no gardening for me today and not sure if a walk will help or hinder.Have a lovely weekend folks.
    Happy Birthday @Liriodendron :spinning:It’s a bit gloomy and chilly here plus my back is sore so no gardening for me today and not sure if a walk will help or hinder.Have a lovely weekend folks.
    Happy Birthday @Liriodendron :spinning:It’s a bit gloomy and chilly here plus my back is sore so no gardening for me today and not sure if a walk will help or hinder.Have a lovely weekend folks.
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 66 67 68
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    AuntyRach
    Mar 7, 2026 at 11:53 AM
  13. Spruce
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    Like x 10

    All you want to know about hedgehogs....

    It's nice to have a test pilot in house :)
    It's nice to have a test pilot in house :)
    It's nice to have a test pilot in house :)
    It's nice to have a test pilot in house :)
    Spruce, Dec 3, 2013, Wildlife Corner ... 16 17 18
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Mar 7, 2026 at 3:22 AM
  14. Selleri
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    Like x 15

    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    On a trip to the GC this morning to buy some bark, I got distracted by these. My excuse is a need for colour before the tulips bloom :biggrin:.
    On a trip to the GC this morning to buy some bark, I got distracted by these. My excuse is a need for colour before the tulips bloom :biggrin:.
    On a trip to the GC this morning to buy some bark, I got distracted by these. My excuse is a need for colour before the tulips bloom :biggrin:.
    On a trip to the GC this morning to buy some bark, I got distracted by these. My excuse is a need for colour before the tulips bloom :biggrin:.
    muscari.png ryllis.png Rosemary1 .jpg IMG_20260109_090426295.jpg Farfugium japonicum (2).JPG Farfugium japonicum.JPG
    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    Plantminded
    Mar 7, 2026 at 11:59 AM
  15. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since then which is higher than normal. Boiler does both...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. Nearest estimate is probably 400 litres used since...
    Like anything else it depends on the usage but I'd say we have used more over the last few months than previously. Our tank holds 1000 litres and we bought 600 litres to top it up in January. ...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 68 69 70
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    Philippa
    Mar 7, 2026 at 12:02 PM
  16. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 29 30 31
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    NigelJ
    Mar 6, 2026 at 7:37 PM
  17. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    Stellantis have said they are going back to producing some diesel engine cars!
    pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 188 189 190
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    shiney
    Mar 7, 2026 at 11:22 AM
  18. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2026

    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    Johnnie Walker Meets... - Neil Sedaka: The Music of My Life - BBC Sounds Johnny Walker and Neil Sedaka; The Music of my Life.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2 3
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    katecat58
    Mar 6, 2026 at 3:13 PM
  19. Busy-Lizzie
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    Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited

    Merged :dbgrtmb:
    Merged :dbgrtmb:
    Merged :dbgrtmb:
    Merged :dbgrtmb:
    Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 15 16 17
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    JWK
    Mar 6, 2026 at 10:17 AM
  20. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting entangled, you just need to arrange the cable at a distance as you work.The Spear and Jackson model...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting entangled, you just need to arrange the cable at a...
    You’ll need to amend the bumpy areas if you want to avoid damaging the mower or scalping the lawn. I had a corded mower at my last property and managed with it on a 100 ft lawn without getting...
    garden_shade, Feb 28, 2026, NEW Gardeners !
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    Plantminded
    Mar 5, 2026 at 10:05 PM
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