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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I’ve caught up a bit today. Refreshed and sorted pelargoniums (some indoor and some in back porch), sowed more seeds (various annuals and a few more tomatoes) and finished one compost bin ready to...
I’ve caught up a bit today. Refreshed and sorted pelargoniums (some indoor and some in back porch), sowed more seeds (various annuals and a few more tomatoes) and finished one compost bin ready to restart.
I’ve caught up a bit today. Refreshed and sorted pelargoniums (some indoor and some in back porch), sowed more seeds (various annuals and a few more tomatoes) and finished one compost bin ready to restart.
I’ve caught up a bit today. Refreshed and sorted pelargoniums (some indoor and some in back porch), sowed more seeds (various annuals and a few more tomatoes) and finished one compost bin ready to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 38 39 40
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AuntyRach
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Oooheck. Might have to start using drugs.
Oooheck. Might have to start using drugs.
Oooheck. Might have to start using drugs.
Oooheck. Might have to start using drugs.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 90 91 92
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pete
Mar 28, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Mushroom compost
@pete have you tried those companies who sell bulk bags? I saw one of those cubic metre bags outside a house near here, and the compost looked good. Got to be cheaper than buying 60l a time.
@pete have you tried those companies who sell bulk bags? I saw one of those cubic metre bags outside a house near here, and the compost looked good. Got to be cheaper than buying 60l a time.
@pete have you tried those companies who sell bulk bags? I saw one of those cubic metre bags outside a house near here, and the compost looked good. Got to be cheaper than buying 60l a time.
@pete have you tried those companies who sell bulk bags? I saw one of those cubic metre bags outside a house near here, and the compost looked good. Got to be cheaper than buying 60l a time.
pete, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:48 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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CarolineL
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Am i understanding this correctly ?
Trees, particularly young trees, generally prefer not to have anything in touch with the trunk (other than air). I always leave a gap around the trunk when I'm mulching around a tree, no matter...
Trees, particularly young trees, generally prefer not to have anything in touch with the trunk (other than air). I always leave a gap around the trunk when I'm mulching around a tree, no matter what i'm mulching with - it's like a doughnut with a hole in the middle...
Trees, particularly young trees, generally prefer not to have anything in touch with the trunk (other than air). I always leave a gap around the trunk when I'm mulching around a tree, no matter what i'm mulching with - it's like a doughnut with a...
Trees, particularly young trees, generally prefer not to have anything in touch with the trunk (other than air). I always leave a gap around the trunk when I'm mulching around a tree, no matter...
hi2u_uk, Mar 28, 2026 at 9:35 AM, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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Stephen Southwest
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Choisya aztec pearl hardiness
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
It survives around here is all I can say, dont have it myself but have seen it in gardens.
Thevictorian, Mar 26, 2026 at 10:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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pete
Mar 28, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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An Algarve Garden 2024 to 2026
It goes for months when it is cooler. We keep cutting it so we can walk under it. I like this walking through the Arch ...
It goes for months when it is cooler. We keep cutting it so we can walk under it. I like this walking through the Arch ...
It goes for months when it is cooler. We keep cutting it so we can walk under it. I like this walking through the Arch ...
It goes for months when it is cooler. We keep cutting it so we can walk under it. I like this walking through the Arch ...

Victoria, Jan 14, 2024, Members Gallery ... 13 14 15
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Victoria
Mar 28, 2026 at 3:54 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
A lovely long walk
A lovely long walk
A lovely long walk
A lovely long walk

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 6 7 8
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Friendly
Mar 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Afternoon all, that's such good news of Alexa @Busy-Lizzie, what a relief to you all.OH's friend arrived back about 8 pm last night from Cornwall. I was pleased as the pizza had nearly finished...
Afternoon all, that's such good news of Alexa @Busy-Lizzie, what a relief to you all.OH's friend arrived back about 8 pm last night from Cornwall. I was pleased as the pizza had nearly finished cooking so very well timed. OH took him out for a spin in the new (very old) car this morning whilst...
Afternoon all, that's such good news of Alexa @Busy-Lizzie, what a relief to you all.OH's friend arrived back about 8 pm last night from Cornwall. I was pleased as the pizza had nearly finished cooking so very well timed. OH took him out for a...
Afternoon all, that's such good news of Alexa @Busy-Lizzie, what a relief to you all.OH's friend arrived back about 8 pm last night from Cornwall. I was pleased as the pizza had nearly finished...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 86 87 88
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lizzie27
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:20 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon...
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon Spain.
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon Spain.
Yesterday I ordered what was termed s a "Tree Geranium from a new company to me in Italy and they will send it on Monday ...I also have a mixedsix pack of bedding Geraniums coming from Amazon...

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 9 10 11
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Victoria
Mar 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Bare root hedging
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
Don't forget to water them in and they will need watering over the summer.
JJTDH, Mar 27, 2026 at 10:57 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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NigelJ
Mar 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It stayed fairly sunny all day but it was quite blustery for my walk. The new green and growth look fabulous in the sunlight this time of year.
It stayed fairly sunny all day but it was quite blustery for my walk. The new green and growth look fabulous in the sunlight this time of year.
It stayed fairly sunny all day but it was quite blustery for my walk. The new green and growth look fabulous in the sunlight this time of year.
It stayed fairly sunny all day but it was quite blustery for my walk. The new green and growth look fabulous in the sunlight this time of year.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 133 134 135
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AuntyRach
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Phormium which one
I can't remember the exact name of the yellow variegated one I had - it was no taller than about a metre, so probably one of the cookianum hybrids, not tenax which is the huge one. Called...
I can't remember the exact name of the yellow variegated one I had - it was no taller than about a metre, so probably one of the cookianum hybrids, not tenax which is the huge one. Called something like Maori Sunrise? I took it out because it was becoming a huge clump and then weeds would grow...
I can't remember the exact name of the yellow variegated one I had - it was no taller than about a metre, so probably one of the cookianum hybrids, not tenax which is the huge one. Called something like Maori Sunrise? I took it out because it was...
I can't remember the exact name of the yellow variegated one I had - it was no taller than about a metre, so probably one of the cookianum hybrids, not tenax which is the huge one. Called...
Perki, Mar 28, 2026 at 1:03 PM, Gardening Discussions
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CarolineL
Mar 28, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Where to go and what can I expect
@Plantminded Who had thought that my garden was fox main road
@Plantminded Who had thought that my garden was fox main road
@Plantminded Who had thought that my garden was fox main road
@Plantminded Who had thought that my garden was fox main road
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026, Gardening Discussions ... 3 4 5
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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 28, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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MARCH PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
It's been a good year for the (Prim)roses. Pendennis Castle Moat Wall
It's been a good year for the (Prim)roses. Pendennis Castle Moat Wall
It's been a good year for the (Prim)roses. Pendennis Castle Moat Wall
It's been a good year for the (Prim)roses. Pendennis Castle Moat Wall

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Kaymay
Mar 28, 2026 at 1:19 PM
Airfryer - worth buying? Any hints and tips to make the most of them
Yes - we've always been nervous of pressure cookers. It's been a real gamechanger that the airfryer takes the fear out of pressure cooking - it manages the temperature, pressure and timing...
Yes - we've always been nervous of pressure cookers. It's been a real gamechanger that the airfryer takes the fear out of pressure cooking - it manages the temperature, pressure and timing automatically, and is much better insulated so uses less energy.
Yes - we've always been nervous of pressure cookers. It's been a real gamechanger that the airfryer takes the fear out of pressure cooking - it manages the temperature, pressure and timing automatically, and is much better insulated so uses less...
Yes - we've always been nervous of pressure cookers. It's been a real gamechanger that the airfryer takes the fear out of pressure cooking - it manages the temperature, pressure and timing...
Ergates, Mar 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Stephen Southwest
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Whaaattt?
Interestingly enough Buckingham Palace has been updated fairly recently. Certainly it is in better nick and better maintained than the Houses of Parliament.
Interestingly enough Buckingham Palace has been updated fairly recently. Certainly it is in better nick and better maintained than the Houses of Parliament.
Interestingly enough Buckingham Palace has been updated fairly recently. Certainly it is in better nick and better maintained than the Houses of Parliament.
Interestingly enough Buckingham Palace has been updated fairly recently. Certainly it is in better nick and better maintained than the Houses of Parliament.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 403 404 405
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NigelJ
Mar 28, 2026 at 5:14 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.
Not mine but caught my eye while out walking yesterday, Blackthorn blossom.

shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Plantminded
Mar 28, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Manglelwurzel (Futterrübe)
Our allotment neighbour grew them last year, they never actually paid for the plot and we're kicked off and when the new couple took over I explained they had a lovely crop of mangelwurzels to...
Our allotment neighbour grew them last year, they never actually paid for the plot and we're kicked off and when the new couple took over I explained they had a lovely crop of mangelwurzels to look forward to and I received a very blank expression in return. The ones the lady had planted look...
Our allotment neighbour grew them last year, they never actually paid for the plot and we're kicked off and when the new couple took over I explained they had a lovely crop of mangelwurzels to look forward to and I received a very blank...
Our allotment neighbour grew them last year, they never actually paid for the plot and we're kicked off and when the new couple took over I explained they had a lovely crop of mangelwurzels to...
GreenFingeredPete, Mar 27, 2026 at 3:29 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Thevictorian
Mar 28, 2026 at 10:54 AM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Yesterday there was a lot of loud "honk honk" noise going on on top of the house. It went on for some time. Eventually the culprits flew off - two Canada geese. Never had them land on the roof...
Yesterday there was a lot of loud "honk honk" noise going on on top of the house. It went on for some time. Eventually the culprits flew off - two Canada geese. Never had them land on the roof before. And another neighbour had our local heron on top of their roof eyeing up the ponds.
Yesterday there was a lot of loud "honk honk" noise going on on top of the house. It went on for some time. Eventually the culprits flew off - two Canada geese. Never had them land on the roof before. And another neighbour had our local heron on...
Yesterday there was a lot of loud "honk honk" noise going on on top of the house. It went on for some time. Eventually the culprits flew off - two Canada geese. Never had them land on the roof...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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cactus_girl
Mar 28, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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Ladybird4
Mar 28, 2026 at 7:23 AM

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