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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It is 14f -10c and it did snow but just a piddly little 3 cm or so. The guessers say it will remain cold until Thursday and then we'll creep up to the freezing mark or better. Our usual roller...
    It is 14f -10c and it did snow but just a piddly little 3 cm or so. The guessers say it will remain cold until Thursday and then we'll creep up to the freezing mark or better. Our usual roller coaster ride to spring/summer.
    It is 14f -10c and it did snow but just a piddly little 3 cm or so. The guessers say it will remain cold until Thursday and then we'll creep up to the freezing mark or better. Our usual roller coaster ride to spring/summer.
    It is 14f -10c and it did snow but just a piddly little 3 cm or so. The guessers say it will remain cold until Thursday and then we'll creep up to the freezing mark or better. Our usual roller...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 118 119 120
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    CanadianLori
    Mar 17, 2026 at 11:55 AM
  2. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Sunny here and clear blue skies so nippy to start with and in th ebreeze but will get to 18C. I've persuaded Possum to come out forwalkies to get us both moving. Other than that, my heated...
    Sunny here and clear blue skies so nippy to start with and in th ebreeze but will get to 18C. I've persuaded Possum to come out forwalkies to get us both moving. Other than that, my heated propagator has arrived so there'll be some clearing in the annex so it can sit by the sunnier...
    Sunny here and clear blue skies so nippy to start with and in th ebreeze but will get to 18C. I've persuaded Possum to come out forwalkies to get us both moving. Other than that, my heated propagator has arrived so there'll be some clearing in...
    Sunny here and clear blue skies so nippy to start with and in th ebreeze but will get to 18C. I've persuaded Possum to come out forwalkies to get us both moving. Other than that, my heated...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 77 78 79
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    Obelix-Vendée
    Mar 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM
  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    It is ludicrous to expect 50% of the population to be academically inclined and logical, to me, that there needs to be different offerings to suit different ways of learning and different...
    It is ludicrous to expect 50% of the population to be academically inclined and logical, to me, that there needs to be different offerings to suit different ways of learning and different interests. The current system has devalued academic degrees with all these meeja study type courses. ...
    It is ludicrous to expect 50% of the population to be academically inclined and logical, to me, that there needs to be different offerings to suit different ways of learning and different interests. The current system has devalued academic...
    It is ludicrous to expect 50% of the population to be academically inclined and logical, to me, that there needs to be different offerings to suit different ways of learning and different...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 389 390 391
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    Obelix-Vendée
    Mar 17, 2026 at 12:14 PM
  4. adamadamant

    Clematis JIngle Bells an unholy mess

    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to just mercilessly hack it a few feet from the ground. I've just done the same with "freckles", which is...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to just mercilessly hack it a few feet from the...
    Without seeing it, I would say be ruthless as a rule. I've spent more time than I like to admit unwinding clematis stems to try and save more of a plant when the best option would have been to...
    adamadamant, Mar 17, 2026 at 8:03 AM, Other Plants
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    Thevictorian
    Mar 17, 2026 at 10:37 AM
  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I have been under the impression, rightly or wrongly, that longsitedness can improve with age, I remember my grandmother needed her glasses much less as she got older, and even seen people lift...
    I have been under the impression, rightly or wrongly, that longsitedness can improve with age, I remember my grandmother needed her glasses much less as she got older, and even seen people lift them up if they want to see something close up.I remember my dad always wearing two pairs, one over...
    I have been under the impression, rightly or wrongly, that longsitedness can improve with age, I remember my grandmother needed her glasses much less as she got older, and even seen people lift them up if they want to see something close up.I...
    I have been under the impression, rightly or wrongly, that longsitedness can improve with age, I remember my grandmother needed her glasses much less as she got older, and even seen people lift...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 78 79 80
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    pete
    Mar 17, 2026 at 11:10 AM
  6. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I vaguely remember buying San Marzano tomato seeds about 20yrs ago, I think they were very poor, at the time I put it down to being an Italian variety not likely to do well in our climate. Never...
    I vaguely remember buying San Marzano tomato seeds about 20yrs ago, I think they were very poor, at the time I put it down to being an Italian variety not likely to do well in our climate. Never bothered with them since.I grew crimson plum outside last year and they did really well, got new...
    I vaguely remember buying San Marzano tomato seeds about 20yrs ago, I think they were very poor, at the time I put it down to being an Italian variety not likely to do well in our climate. Never bothered with them since.I grew crimson plum...
    I vaguely remember buying San Marzano tomato seeds about 20yrs ago, I think they were very poor, at the time I put it down to being an Italian variety not likely to do well in our climate. Never...
    eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 5 6 7
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    pete
    Mar 17, 2026 at 11:02 AM
  7. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but...
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but local garden centres' prices are now getting close. They arrived at 9.30am on Monday, very well packed...
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but local garden centres' prices are now getting close....
    I'm going to widen one of my borders to remove an area of grass which never looks good. I ordered some old favourites from Crocus on Friday evening in their 25% off sale, still not cheap, but...
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    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 8 9 10
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    Plantminded
    Mar 17, 2026 at 10:14 AM
  8. Ditherer

    How I envy you guys

    The worse bit about computers is that there is a few ways of doing things to do the same job, you have to find the easy and best way for you to do what you want to doYou can't be to bad as you...
    The worse bit about computers is that there is a few ways of doing things to do the same job, you have to find the easy and best way for you to do what you want to doYou can't be to bad as you have joined this forum, if you had help may be you could ask that person if they can help you with...
    The worse bit about computers is that there is a few ways of doing things to do the same job, you have to find the easy and best way for you to do what you want to doYou can't be to bad as you have joined this forum, if you had help may be you...
    The worse bit about computers is that there is a few ways of doing things to do the same job, you have to find the easy and best way for you to do what you want to doYou can't be to bad as you...
    Ditherer, Mar 16, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Photography Talk
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    Jiffy
    Mar 17, 2026 at 11:37 AM
  9. hi2u_uk

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

    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    What pot? You say you are going to put them in a hanging basket. They are only small plants, they don't need a deep pot at the moment.
    hi2u_uk, Mar 7, 2026, Pests, Diseases and Cures ... 2
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    NigelJ
    Mar 17, 2026 at 8:35 AM
  10. shiney
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    What's Looking Good March 2026

    Anemone blanda.Armeria.
    Anemone blanda.Armeria.
    Anemone blanda.Armeria.
    Anemone blanda.Armeria.
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    shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    Plantminded
    Mar 17, 2026 at 12:05 PM
  11. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Especially for today: Here is your first Irish dancing lesson which my sister and our friends have perfected over the years. All sit down round a table, play some Michael Flatley music and let...
    Especially for today: Here is your first Irish dancing lesson which my sister and our friends have perfected over the years. All sit down round a table, play some Michael Flatley music and let your legs go bonkers under the table while you sup Guinness, Baileys or Jameson. Easy peasy.
    Especially for today: Here is your first Irish dancing lesson which my sister and our friends have perfected over the years. All sit down round a table, play some Michael Flatley music and let your legs go bonkers under the table while you sup...
    Especially for today: Here is your first Irish dancing lesson which my sister and our friends have perfected over the years. All sit down round a table, play some Michael Flatley music and let...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 24 25 26
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    Ladybird4
    Mar 17, 2026 at 11:35 AM
  12. Kevin Cowans

    Getting rid of course grass in Lawn

    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
    Wow 5 years flew by
    Kevin Cowans, Jun 23, 2021, Lawns
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    Spruce
    Mar 16, 2026 at 10:42 PM
  13. dogsbody

    container potatoes

    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing...
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing compared to the ones where I only put two in.
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing compared to the ones where I only put two in.
    Kestrel are lovely in containers. Two is about right for that size, three and they end up fighting for space. I did three in a similar pot last year and the harvest was a bit disappointing...
    dogsbody, Mar 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM, Edible Gardening
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    Joao
    Mar 16, 2026 at 10:35 PM
  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then got the (useless) power washer out. I soon gave up on it as the garden hose has more force. Used...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then got the (useless) power washer out. I soon gave up...
    Phew.... but ligament problems can be a bit of bind too. Hope your recovery is swift.Cleared everything off the pavers that surround 2 sides the house, and gave the area a good brushing. Then...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 30 31 32
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    Jenny_Aster
    Mar 16, 2026 at 9:56 PM
  15. Jenny_Aster

    Red Robin hedge

    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's...
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's no pavement in front of my house. Thanks for the suggestion :)
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's no pavement in front of my house. Thanks for the...
    That's interesting. I could let the row between my front garden and next door grow taller. The front of the house hedge will need to be less than 4 ft high so I can safely get my car out. There's...
    Jenny_Aster, Mar 16, 2026 at 10:09 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Jenny_Aster
    Mar 16, 2026 at 9:52 PM
  16. CanadianLori
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    Chillies 2026

    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
    When the chilli is ripe.
    CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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    pete
    Mar 16, 2026 at 6:14 PM
  17. Philippa

    Free Zoo tickets for London/Whipsnade

    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Hello Eddie, If you can PM me with your full name and postal address, I can put 2 tickets in the post for you. Philippa
    Philippa, May 16, 2024, Freebies, Offers & Bargains
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    Philippa
    Mar 16, 2026 at 2:08 PM
  18. Blue arbour

    Bottle brush (Callistenum)

    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
    Mine is starting to bloom ...
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    Blue arbour, Jun 30, 2024, Container Gardening
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    Victoria
    Mar 16, 2026 at 12:38 PM
  19. Ditherer

    feeding robins with live mealworms problems

    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Try and make the side's of a dish taper inwards
    Ditherer, Mar 16, 2026 at 9:34 AM, Wildlife Corner
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    Jiffy
    Mar 16, 2026 at 11:51 AM
  20. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water,...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water, soak & drain before sowing. 3. How many seeds per cell? With seeds the size of cosmos or chillies, I...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water, soak & drain before sowing. 3. How many seeds per...
    Enjoying reading all the tips! Here’s mine:1. Use 3x5 modular cell seed tray inserts - sow 15 different plants in 1 seed tray! 2. Fill cells with seed compost, half-fill outer tray with water,...
    GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 16 17 18
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    DianeM
    Mar 16, 2026 at 11:47 AM
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