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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to be out of the EU, but am not adverse to visitors.
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the refined English variety. No matter. I am happy to...
Ah, that little Euphorbia "weed" is another I allow. I like its lime green colour and it is very easy to pull out if it plants itself anywhere inconvenient.I expect my bluebells are not the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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ViewAhead
Mar 31, 2026 at 9:11 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing
Bluebells are close to their peak flowering, love the lemon yellow primroses and the early purple orchid rosettes are showing

Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 36 37 38
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Scroggin
Mar 31, 2026 at 12:58 PM
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Chillies 2026
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.
Last year, I had collected the seeds from a M&S chilli, mild, tasty.I keep my chillies upstairs as long as the weather is showing under 10c at night.

CanadianLori, Dec 23, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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2,995
simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Rat problem
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some...
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some mesh over the top but I'll need to remove it soon to allow the potatoes to grow.
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some mesh over the top but I'll need to remove it soon to...
Another potential issue is that I'm growing some potatoes in a raised bed near the compost bin. Are they likely to go for those? If so, is there any way to protect them? There is currently some...
zebrina, Mar 30, 2026 at 12:50 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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zebrina
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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What's Looking Good March 2026
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or...
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or fed and haven't had water since October.
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or fed and haven't had water since October.
Looking forward to seeing your photo of it. I've got three and none of them have flowered for many years, but this year two of them are flowering. I don't know why, they haven't been repotted or...
shiney, Mar 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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6,046
Michael Hewett
Mar 31, 2026 at 7:55 AM
Hoster's
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in warmer conditions
Actually I think @Selleri is right, it looks more caterpillar because they've avoided the leaf ribs. I didn't think there would be any around yet. But probably garden centre plants are kept in...
potted, Mar 27, 2026 at 8:41 AM, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2 3
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CarolineL
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:05 AM
Camellia leaves brown patches
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
That I did not know. Thanks so much for this advice!!!
Peteski2024, Mar 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Peteski2024
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:09 AM
Whaaattt?
Quite an interesting interview on Radio 4 this morning re the Oxford Union debating society. An interview with a young man who apparently applauded the shooting of a US politician ( can't recall...
Quite an interesting interview on Radio 4 this morning re the Oxford Union debating society. An interview with a young man who apparently applauded the shooting of a US politician ( can't recall the details now ) but later retracted his views and appeared genuinely remorseful. Too many people...
Quite an interesting interview on Radio 4 this morning re the Oxford Union debating society. An interview with a young man who apparently applauded the shooting of a US politician ( can't recall the details now ) but later retracted his views...
Quite an interesting interview on Radio 4 this morning re the Oxford Union debating society. An interview with a young man who apparently applauded the shooting of a US politician ( can't recall...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 408 409 410
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Philippa
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning all.We are going back to Brighton this afternoon. Alexa had improved and they moved her to a ward yesterday, but a room on her own. This morning she had a terrible headache so they...
Good morning all.We are going back to Brighton this afternoon. Alexa had improved and they moved her to a ward yesterday, but a room on her own. This morning she had a terrible headache so they are doing a lumber puncture and a scan today. We may get to see her late afternoon but if not we...
Good morning all.We are going back to Brighton this afternoon. Alexa had improved and they moved her to a ward yesterday, but a room on her own. This morning she had a terrible headache so they are doing a lumber puncture and a scan today. We...
Good morning all.We are going back to Brighton this afternoon. Alexa had improved and they moved her to a ward yesterday, but a room on her own. This morning she had a terrible headache so they...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 88 89 90
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Busy-Lizzie
Mar 31, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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Land /Water Wildlife
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us.
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide berth although she didn't seem worried about us. ...
Passed a few sheep in the fields on a walk this morning and noticed one on her own and then saw why. Looks like this lamb was barely an hour or so old and not cleaned up yet, we gave them a wide...

wiseowl, Apr 3, 2024, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:34 PM
MO Bactor Instant - thoughts
Indeed. I was hoping for real life experience. Reviews cannot always be believed.
Indeed. I was hoping for real life experience. Reviews cannot always be believed.
Indeed. I was hoping for real life experience. Reviews cannot always be believed.
Indeed. I was hoping for real life experience. Reviews cannot always be believed.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM, Lawns
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162
BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.
Jackdaw finishing off the suet balls.Tree Creeper in the nearby woods.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 3 4 5
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strongylodon
Mar 30, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No...
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No choice really as there's not enough space to leave them in the propagator any longer.
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No choice really as there's not enough space to leave...
Yesterday pm I got into the greenhouse, pricked on a number of tomato seedlings. Hope they will cope with the double shock, of coming out of the propagator as well as the roots disturbance. No...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 39 40 41
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22,973
Allotment Boy
Mar 31, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
My parents received their postal voting cards today, or rather they received a card telling them their postal vote would be posted to them shortly no wonder elections cost so much.
My parents received their postal voting cards today, or rather they received a card telling them their postal vote would be posted to them shortly no wonder elections cost so much.
My parents received their postal voting cards today, or rather they received a card telling them their postal vote would be posted to them shortly no wonder elections cost so much.
My parents received their postal voting cards today, or rather they received a card telling them their postal vote would be posted to them shortly no wonder elections cost so much.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 92 93 94
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Thevictorian
Mar 31, 2026 at 11:15 AM
Pyracantha removal
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
I know what you mean!
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Removing Ivy from Fence and ground
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
That is exactly the plan
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:55 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:36 PM
Landscaping - Bank Edging Replacement
Yes, I did think of wire as a short term measure, however the vast majority of the posts are rotting at ground level.
Yes, I did think of wire as a short term measure, however the vast majority of the posts are rotting at ground level.
Yes, I did think of wire as a short term measure, however the vast majority of the posts are rotting at ground level.
Yes, I did think of wire as a short term measure, however the vast majority of the posts are rotting at ground level.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:22 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:43 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before...
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before the weekend and just barely into the freezer at nights now. Wonderful!
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before the weekend and just barely into the freezer at...
It is still mild here 59f 13c and overcast. Mother Nature rewarded me for tidying outside yesterday by dumpng lots of rain in the wee hours. During the day we're going back into the fridge before...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 137 138 139
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CanadianLori
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:35 PM
Removing moss from a lawn and reseeding with grass - timing
I am trying to get the lawn sorted for the long term, so a summer of some weeds is not an issue.The advice I have seen is that weeds are more of an issue over spring/summer as that's when they...
I am trying to get the lawn sorted for the long term, so a summer of some weeds is not an issue.The advice I have seen is that weeds are more of an issue over spring/summer as that's when they predominantly seed and likely to establish.I was wondering if I could 'spot treat' the weeds in...
I am trying to get the lawn sorted for the long term, so a summer of some weeds is not an issue.The advice I have seen is that weeds are more of an issue over spring/summer as that's when they predominantly seed and likely to establish.I was...
I am trying to get the lawn sorted for the long term, so a summer of some weeds is not an issue.The advice I have seen is that weeds are more of an issue over spring/summer as that's when they...
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:09 PM, Lawns
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BOSullivan
Mar 31, 2026 at 2:48 PM
Tomatoes - same variety, different looking plants!
Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good...
Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good or bad. Seed saved from Heirloom varieties will come true.
Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good or bad. Seed saved from Heirloom varieties will...
Many supermarket tomatoes are created for them by breeders and are F1 Hybrids. Seed from any F1 tomatoes will not come true to type but will have characteristics of the parents - which can be good...
Andy1965, Mar 30, 2026 at 1:55 PM, Gardening Discussions
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5
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91
Pete8
Mar 30, 2026 at 4:24 PM

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