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  1. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I think the best way to help is de-escalation. A couple of war mongers have stirred the pot. I don't think any of us are pro Iranian regime, but we need to get things back to normal now and...
    I think the best way to help is de-escalation. A couple of war mongers have stirred the pot. I don't think any of us are pro Iranian regime, but we need to get things back to normal now and increasing our presence in the area won't help. I know you can't trust the Iranian regime but at the...
    I think the best way to help is de-escalation. A couple of war mongers have stirred the pot. I don't think any of us are pro Iranian regime, but we need to get things back to normal now and increasing our presence in the area won't help. I know...
    I think the best way to help is de-escalation. A couple of war mongers have stirred the pot. I don't think any of us are pro Iranian regime, but we need to get things back to normal now and...
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Get well soon @Peaceful Gardener :fingers crossed:
    Get well soon @Peaceful Gardener :fingers crossed:
    Get well soon @Peaceful Gardener :fingers crossed:
    Get well soon @Peaceful Gardener :fingers crossed:
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  3. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Love that photo of Hebe 'Celine' @simone_in_wiltshire! It inspired me so I've just ordered one and while I was at it a Hebe 'Devotion' fell into the basket too :roflol:
    Love that photo of Hebe 'Celine' @simone_in_wiltshire! It inspired me so I've just ordered one and while I was at it a Hebe 'Devotion' fell into the basket too :roflol:
    Love that photo of Hebe 'Celine' @simone_in_wiltshire! It inspired me so I've just ordered one and while I was at it a Hebe 'Devotion' fell into the basket too :roflol:
    Love that photo of Hebe 'Celine' @simone_in_wiltshire! It inspired me so I've just ordered one and while I was at it a Hebe 'Devotion' fell into the basket too :roflol:
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Morning everyone, another sunny start here too. Typical of us we were indoors all yesterday. We went to the Ramses and the gold of the Pharaohs exhibition. It's at Battersea power station on...
    Morning everyone, another sunny start here too. Typical of us we were indoors all yesterday. We went to the Ramses and the gold of the Pharaohs exhibition. It's at Battersea power station on the south bank of the Thames. Very interesting, fabulous exhibits but a little spoiled by non stop...
    Morning everyone, another sunny start here too. Typical of us we were indoors all yesterday. We went to the Ramses and the gold of the Pharaohs exhibition. It's at Battersea power station on the south bank of the Thames. Very interesting, ...
    Morning everyone, another sunny start here too. Typical of us we were indoors all yesterday. We went to the Ramses and the gold of the Pharaohs exhibition. It's at Battersea power station on...
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  5. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Misty earlier this morning but it's now cleared to high light cloud. forecast sunny later. I'm on parent care duties for the next few days so I might be "missing in action" and in any case won't...
    Misty earlier this morning but it's now cleared to high light cloud. forecast sunny later. I'm on parent care duties for the next few days so I might be "missing in action" and in any case won't be able to report on the weather at home.
    Misty earlier this morning but it's now cleared to high light cloud. forecast sunny later. I'm on parent care duties for the next few days so I might be "missing in action" and in any case won't be able to report on the weather at home.
    Misty earlier this morning but it's now cleared to high light cloud. forecast sunny later. I'm on parent care duties for the next few days so I might be "missing in action" and in any case won't...
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  6. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    :hapfeet:I have now 5 of 20 germinated :)
    :hapfeet:I have now 5 of 20 germinated :)
    :hapfeet:I have now 5 of 20 germinated :)
    :hapfeet:I have now 5 of 20 germinated :)
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  7. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    It makes a change for good news:The car insurance has gone down from £650 to £450.Octopus Energy has emailed to say they are reducing our prices mid term in a fixed contract. Elec has gone...
    It makes a change for good news:The car insurance has gone down from £650 to £450.Octopus Energy has emailed to say they are reducing our prices mid term in a fixed contract. Elec has gone down by 14% , gas by about 6%.I have just sold a vintage Laura Ashley maxi dress for £150. I have...
    It makes a change for good news:The car insurance has gone down from £650 to £450.Octopus Energy has emailed to say they are reducing our prices mid term in a fixed contract. Elec has gone down by 14% , gas by about 6%.I have just sold a...
    It makes a change for good news:The car insurance has gone down from £650 to £450.Octopus Energy has emailed to say they are reducing our prices mid term in a fixed contract. Elec has gone...
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  8. Fof

    Phal Orchid help needed

    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between...
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between waterings.
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between waterings.
    The fungi that symbiotically grow with orchids are tiny, but often the conditions are such that normal fungi take over. I think it's what others have said. Not giving pot time to dry fully between...
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  9. JWK
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  10. hi2u_uk

    is there a reason why my Gaultheria Procumbens keeps getting dug up

    It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It...
    It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It looks awful with the chicken wire.
    It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It looks awful with the chicken wire.
    It's a fox that doesn't like that plant. The plant obviously has got a smell that the fox doesn't like. Once in its mind, he/she doesn't give up until the plant is dead. Don't grow that plant. It...
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  11. PoppyB

    Partial screening suggestions

    So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' :dbgrtmb: and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about...
    So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' :dbgrtmb: and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about Buddleja x weyeriana 'Sungold' which I gather is sterile. The previously mentioned varieties are...
    So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' :dbgrtmb: and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about Buddleja x weyeriana 'Sungold' which I gather is...
    So, I have bought a Escallonia 'Iveyi' :dbgrtmb: and I've potted it up and placed it in full sun- I need it to get taller before planting due to the wall.As farm land is 300m away & I'm wondering about...
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  12. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens

    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
    Thank you so much for your response @Spruce :) i was beginning to wonder if anyone was out there and could see my post. I don’t come here that often so not entirely sure how to post etc.
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  13. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    I bought some purple rain potatoes. they were cheap but shipping expensive so got an early birthday present for someone alongside it.They really are dark purple inside! they also seem smooth,...
    I bought some purple rain potatoes. they were cheap but shipping expensive so got an early birthday present for someone alongside it.They really are dark purple inside! they also seem smooth, easier to peel. a "second early". idk what that means but i guess ill plant them now and harvest them...
    I bought some purple rain potatoes. they were cheap but shipping expensive so got an early birthday present for someone alongside it.They really are dark purple inside! they also seem smooth, easier to peel. a "second early". idk what that...
    I bought some purple rain potatoes. they were cheap but shipping expensive so got an early birthday present for someone alongside it.They really are dark purple inside! they also seem smooth,...
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  14. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    good idea to make ice cubes!
    good idea to make ice cubes!
    good idea to make ice cubes!
    good idea to make ice cubes!
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  15. xxxDawnxxx

    Sunpatiens availability please

    Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will...
    Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will be available in garden centres as I can’t remember when I purchased them, I think it was May.:thanks:
    Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will be available in garden centres as I can’t remember...
    Hey everyone, I got some Sunpatiens last year and the show of constant flowers were just amazing for months, it was the first time I’d ever bought some. Can someone please tell me when these will...
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  16. Friendly

    What is this please?

    I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
    I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
    I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
    I'm still unsure, I will update if and when it flowers.
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  17. Logan
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  18. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
    Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
    Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
    Not sure if anyone else does this but when it comes to hardening off seedlings I use this kind of thing if the cold frame is full.
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  19. JWK
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    Butterfly/ Moth /Dragonfly Images 2026

    I saw my first butterfly 2026. A Peacock. I had no camera with me in the garden, and when I came back shortly later, it was no longer there.
    I saw my first butterfly 2026. A Peacock. I had no camera with me in the garden, and when I came back shortly later, it was no longer there.
    I saw my first butterfly 2026. A Peacock. I had no camera with me in the garden, and when I came back shortly later, it was no longer there.
    I saw my first butterfly 2026. A Peacock. I had no camera with me in the garden, and when I came back shortly later, it was no longer there.
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  20. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    It was a first for me too, they're in a paddock that's been grazed by pigs and goats but vacant at the moment. From a distance it looked like a field of asparagus.
    It was a first for me too, they're in a paddock that's been grazed by pigs and goats but vacant at the moment. From a distance it looked like a field of asparagus.
    It was a first for me too, they're in a paddock that's been grazed by pigs and goats but vacant at the moment. From a distance it looked like a field of asparagus.
    It was a first for me too, they're in a paddock that's been grazed by pigs and goats but vacant at the moment. From a distance it looked like a field of asparagus.
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