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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
Whaaattt?
Animal activists urge Easter egg rollers to use potatoes Another odd story: I can understand PETA not wanting people to roll hen's eggs at Easter, but objecting to people rolling chocolate eggs,...
Animal activists urge Easter egg rollers to use potatoes Another odd story: I can understand PETA not wanting people to roll hen's eggs at Easter, but objecting to people rolling chocolate eggs, seriously.
Animal activists urge Easter egg rollers to use potatoes Another odd story: I can understand PETA not wanting people to roll hen's eggs at Easter, but objecting to people rolling chocolate eggs, seriously.
Animal activists urge Easter egg rollers to use potatoes Another odd story: I can understand PETA not wanting people to roll hen's eggs at Easter, but objecting to people rolling chocolate eggs,...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 408 409 410
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NigelJ
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
It's been a lovely day here, plenty of sunshine and feeling warm
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 137 138 139
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Michael Hewett
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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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
Why not?
This sounds like an excellent idea to me.TV's Kristoffer Hughes hopes to offer UK's first human body composting service
This sounds like an excellent idea to me.TV's Kristoffer Hughes hopes to offer UK's first human body composting service
This sounds like an excellent idea to me.TV's Kristoffer Hughes hopes to offer UK's first human body composting service
This sounds like an excellent idea to me.TV's Kristoffer Hughes hopes to offer UK's first human body composting service
Tidemark, Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM, Container Gardening
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be like - we’ve had all sorts over the years.I hope Alexa improves and can steadily recover...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be like - we’ve had all sorts over the years.I hope...
Evening folks.It’s been a really lovely day weather wise - for March anyway. I’ve done a bit in the garden, had my walk and a few other outside jobs. Not sure what the Easter weekend will be...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 88 89 90
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AuntyRach
Mar 31, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Switching Olive Tree from Plastic Pot to Long Term Pot Advice
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and falls on a side, it may crack. I went from clay to...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom part. If, when filled, it's not heavy enough, and...
Yes, you need 6, a set of 3 isn't enough. Alternatively slate pieces work well. Plus, check if the tree will be exposed to winds. The clay pot you have is of a round form with a narrow bottom...
NoviceGardener2023, Mar 29, 2026 at 4:17 PM, Trees
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Alisa
Mar 31, 2026 at 11:18 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another day. The parcel is fresh food. Contacting DHL by...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to access our property and they’ll try again another...
Sat in all afternoon waiting for DHL to deliver a parcel. Expected in a one hour time slot. Half an hour before the beginning of the time slot, a text appears saying that the driver was unable to...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 92 93 94
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Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
Can't believe people are comparing Trump to the devil.Yes, he's an evil bar steward, but not as evil as Trump.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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Cordy
Mar 31, 2026 at 10:21 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
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Nice day again today more weeding, digging and dead heading. Dug up some more hellebores to give away. Potted up some Ferula communis glauca.
Nice day again today more weeding, digging and dead heading. Dug up some more hellebores to give away. Potted up some Ferula communis glauca.
Nice day again today more weeding, digging and dead heading. Dug up some more hellebores to give away. Potted up some Ferula communis glauca.
Nice day again today more weeding, digging and dead heading. Dug up some more hellebores to give away. Potted up some Ferula communis glauca.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 39 40 41
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NigelJ
Mar 31, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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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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Our garden sanctuary

Sienna's Blossom, Sep 17, 2021, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Sienna's Blossom
Mar 31, 2026 at 8:39 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
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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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Michael Hewett
Mar 31, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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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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simone_in_wiltshire
Mar 31, 2026 at 3:20 AM
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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
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
It’s supposed to blacken the moss within 24 hours. You won’t lose much of a window of opportunity.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM, Lawns
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Plantminded
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:59 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
Pyracantha removal
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
It keeps the passing ne’er do wells out of our rather isolated garden.
BOSullivan, Mar 28, 2026 at 6:02 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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16
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256
Tidemark
Mar 31, 2026 at 5:33 PM

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