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  1. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

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    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 29 30 31
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    ChrisIB
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:58 PM
  2. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Big difference. The solar panels sold over here have to be plugged into dc powered equipment or an inverter to run a/c. If the new solar panels have incorporated an inverter, that is much easier...
    Big difference. The solar panels sold over here have to be plugged into dc powered equipment or an inverter to run a/c. If the new solar panels have incorporated an inverter, that is much easier to use on an individual basis. Back up if there if a power outage but you at least have sunshine....
    Big difference. The solar panels sold over here have to be plugged into dc powered equipment or an inverter to run a/c. If the new solar panels have incorporated an inverter, that is much easier to use on an individual basis. Back up if there...
    Big difference. The solar panels sold over here have to be plugged into dc powered equipment or an inverter to run a/c. If the new solar panels have incorporated an inverter, that is much easier...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 411 412 413
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    CanadianLori
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:51 PM
  3. Sian in Belgium

    Ideas for what herbs and veg I can grow in raised beds in shade

    Hello all!I am looking for ideas on what vegetables and herbs I can grow in a new area of garden being created in the current driveway of our house.the plan shows a sketch of the area....
    Hello all!I am looking for ideas on what vegetables and herbs I can grow in a new area of garden being created in the current driveway of our house.the plan shows a sketch of the area. Orientation is probably correct (road running maybe 8.50 - 2.50, rather than 9.00 - 3.00).It is...
    Hello all!I am looking for ideas on what vegetables and herbs I can grow in a new area of garden being created in the current driveway of our house.the plan shows a sketch of the area. Orientation is probably correct (road running maybe...
    Hello all!I am looking for ideas on what vegetables and herbs I can grow in a new area of garden being created in the current driveway of our house.the plan shows a sketch of the area....
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    Sian in Belgium, Apr 3, 2026 at 12:46 PM, Edible Gardening
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    Sian in Belgium
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:46 PM
  4. Danielcox0011

    Help with my lawn, please!!

    Hi all,Just wanted some tips from some lawn pros or avid lawn lovers!!So I live in a newbuild property in the south east of the uk, and when we moved in we had a beautiful lawn... we are now...
    Hi all,Just wanted some tips from some lawn pros or avid lawn lovers!!So I live in a newbuild property in the south east of the uk, and when we moved in we had a beautiful lawn... we are now in year 5 and my lawn has been horrific.I know its heavily clay based as our new build was...
    Hi all,Just wanted some tips from some lawn pros or avid lawn lovers!!So I live in a newbuild property in the south east of the uk, and when we moved in we had a beautiful lawn... we are now in year 5 and my lawn has been horrific.I know...
    Hi all,Just wanted some tips from some lawn pros or avid lawn lovers!!So I live in a newbuild property in the south east of the uk, and when we moved in we had a beautiful lawn... we are now...
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    Danielcox0011, Apr 3, 2026 at 12:38 PM, Lawns
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    Danielcox0011
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:38 PM
  5. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    A friend has just been for coffee. I had HXBs ready to toast, but she'd had one for breakfast. I've put a sneaky packet of cheese ones in my click and collect order. Thanks for the heads up about...
    A friend has just been for coffee. I had HXBs ready to toast, but she'd had one for breakfast. I've put a sneaky packet of cheese ones in my click and collect order. Thanks for the heads up about the tanker arrival @Badly_Maintained
    A friend has just been for coffee. I had HXBs ready to toast, but she'd had one for breakfast. I've put a sneaky packet of cheese ones in my click and collect order. Thanks for the heads up about the tanker arrival @Badly_Maintained
    A friend has just been for coffee. I had HXBs ready to toast, but she'd had one for breakfast. I've put a sneaky packet of cheese ones in my click and collect order. Thanks for the heads up about...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 91 92 93
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    Penny_Forthem
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:28 PM
  6. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Appropriate for the first day of the 2026 cricket season. Cool, damp and gray.
    Appropriate for the first day of the 2026 cricket season. Cool, damp and gray.
    Appropriate for the first day of the 2026 cricket season. Cool, damp and gray.
    Appropriate for the first day of the 2026 cricket season. Cool, damp and gray.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 141 142 143
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    NigelJ
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:11 PM
  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @Robert Bowen I also found one of my white onions on the soil rather than 3 inches down. Must have been the squirrel that I often see.I had totally overlooked the last job: cutting back...
    @Robert Bowen I also found one of my white onions on the soil rather than 3 inches down. Must have been the squirrel that I often see.I had totally overlooked the last job: cutting back neighbour’s ivy on the south facing fence. Took me an hour, and I removed the wire that was once used togive...
    @Robert Bowen I also found one of my white onions on the soil rather than 3 inches down. Must have been the squirrel that I often see.I had totally overlooked the last job: cutting back neighbour’s ivy on the south facing fence. Took me an...
    @Robert Bowen I also found one of my white onions on the soil rather than 3 inches down. Must have been the squirrel that I often see.I had totally overlooked the last job: cutting back...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 41 42 43
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:09 PM
  8. dogsbody

    chitting

    Dark purple sounds a lot better than black, so long as they stay firm they should be alright to plant.
    Dark purple sounds a lot better than black, so long as they stay firm they should be alright to plant.
    Dark purple sounds a lot better than black, so long as they stay firm they should be alright to plant.
    Dark purple sounds a lot better than black, so long as they stay firm they should be alright to plant.
    dogsbody, Apr 3, 2026 at 10:43 AM, Edible Gardening
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    NigelJ
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:07 PM
  9. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    I went to get myself a hot cross bun from the freezer, expecting to have to pop it in the microwave before I could cut it for the toaster. Delighted to find that I had already sliced it before...
    I went to get myself a hot cross bun from the freezer, expecting to have to pop it in the microwave before I could cut it for the toaster. Delighted to find that I had already sliced it before freezing, so all ready to go into the toaster. Very pleased with myself, even though I can’t remember...
    I went to get myself a hot cross bun from the freezer, expecting to have to pop it in the microwave before I could cut it for the toaster. Delighted to find that I had already sliced it before freezing, so all ready to go into the toaster. Very...
    I went to get myself a hot cross bun from the freezer, expecting to have to pop it in the microwave before I could cut it for the toaster. Delighted to find that I had already sliced it before...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    Ergates
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
  10. Fat Controller
    Informative x 6

    Miracle Gro MPC - avoid!

    I seem to be having bad luck with compost this year - or at least, germination is extremely poor, despite using grow-lights etc in a fairly constant 22ºc environment, so I am blaming the compost. ...
    I seem to be having bad luck with compost this year - or at least, germination is extremely poor, despite using grow-lights etc in a fairly constant 22ºc environment, so I am blaming the compost. It never used to be like this, that is for sure.
    I seem to be having bad luck with compost this year - or at least, germination is extremely poor, despite using grow-lights etc in a fairly constant 22ºc environment, so I am blaming the compost. It never used to be like this, that is for sure.
    I seem to be having bad luck with compost this year - or at least, germination is extremely poor, despite using grow-lights etc in a fairly constant 22ºc environment, so I am blaming the compost. ...
    Fat Controller, Mar 28, 2024, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 3 4 5
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    Fat Controller
    Apr 3, 2026 at 12:00 PM
  11. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

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    wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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    pete
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:49 AM
  12. Tidemark

    Why not?

    Fed to laying hens for protein. Despite 'free range' , many hens choose not to leave their shed and the range does not provide sufficient without supplement
    Fed to laying hens for protein. Despite 'free range' , many hens choose not to leave their shed and the range does not provide sufficient without supplement
    Fed to laying hens for protein. Despite 'free range' , many hens choose not to leave their shed and the range does not provide sufficient without supplement
    Fed to laying hens for protein. Despite 'free range' , many hens choose not to leave their shed and the range does not provide sufficient without supplement
    Tidemark, Mar 31, 2026 at 12:55 PM, Container Gardening ... 2 3
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    infradig
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:48 AM
  13. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    I have sown some Purple Sprouting Broccoli seeds which have grown well on a sunny windowsill . They are now 3-4 inches tall with several sets of leaves. Can I transplant to small pots, and then...
    I have sown some Purple Sprouting Broccoli seeds which have grown well on a sunny windowsill . They are now 3-4 inches tall with several sets of leaves. Can I transplant to small pots, and then leave outside in a sheltered position to grow on? My windowsill is getting rather full now!
    I have sown some Purple Sprouting Broccoli seeds which have grown well on a sunny windowsill . They are now 3-4 inches tall with several sets of leaves. Can I transplant to small pots, and then leave outside in a sheltered position to grow on? ...
    I have sown some Purple Sprouting Broccoli seeds which have grown well on a sunny windowsill . They are now 3-4 inches tall with several sets of leaves. Can I transplant to small pots, and then...
    wiseowl, Apr 1, 2026 at 6:30 AM, Propagation This Month
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    Eddie105
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:46 AM
  14. JWK
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    Potato Growing 2026

    Probably because they have the chemicals that can be used on some of the potential problems that the ordinary gardener doesn't have access to. Blight etc, admittedly viruses are a bigger problem.
    Probably because they have the chemicals that can be used on some of the potential problems that the ordinary gardener doesn't have access to. Blight etc, admittedly viruses are a bigger problem.
    Probably because they have the chemicals that can be used on some of the potential problems that the ordinary gardener doesn't have access to. Blight etc, admittedly viruses are a bigger problem.
    Probably because they have the chemicals that can be used on some of the potential problems that the ordinary gardener doesn't have access to. Blight etc, admittedly viruses are a bigger problem.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3 4
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    pete
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:42 AM
  15. Friendly

    Holly fern cyrtomium fortunei

    Hiand looking great and very neat and tidy . I also bought some grasses from Parker’s and the word small is the wrong word to use lol .. mine have been planted in Malaysian huge pots, the roots...
    Hiand looking great and very neat and tidy . I also bought some grasses from Parker’s and the word small is the wrong word to use lol .. mine have been planted in Malaysian huge pots, the roots were huge so they will soon get going.Spruce
    Hiand looking great and very neat and tidy . I also bought some grasses from Parker’s and the word small is the wrong word to use lol .. mine have been planted in Malaysian huge pots, the roots were huge so they will soon get going.Spruce
    Hiand looking great and very neat and tidy . I also bought some grasses from Parker’s and the word small is the wrong word to use lol .. mine have been planted in Malaysian huge pots, the roots...
    Friendly, Mar 31, 2026 at 9:33 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Spruce
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:41 AM
  16. wiseowl
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    General Chat About Roses And Rose Gardens 2026

    She looks healthy Feed her with a rose fertiliser in March and after the first flowering. Water her when the weather is warm and dry. A big canful once a week is better than a little every day....
    She looks healthy Feed her with a rose fertiliser in March and after the first flowering. Water her when the weather is warm and dry. A big canful once a week is better than a little every day. Deadhead the flowers. Give her a light prune next year then prune her according to various rose...
    She looks healthy Feed her with a rose fertiliser in March and after the first flowering. Water her when the weather is warm and dry. A big canful once a week is better than a little every day. Deadhead the flowers. Give her a light prune next...
    She looks healthy Feed her with a rose fertiliser in March and after the first flowering. Water her when the weather is warm and dry. A big canful once a week is better than a little every day....
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2026, Roses
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    Busy-Lizzie
    Apr 3, 2026 at 11:09 AM
  17. simone_in_wiltshire

    Perovskia - how much would you cut down?

    That looks fine That's about the height that I reduce my Verbena bonariensis to. Your Perovskia shouldn't be tempting for slugs anyway because of the strongly scented, tough, silvery foliage....
    That looks fine That's about the height that I reduce my Verbena bonariensis to. Your Perovskia shouldn't be tempting for slugs anyway because of the strongly scented, tough, silvery foliage. They don't touch my Salvia Caradonna which is in the same family (mint).
    That looks fine That's about the height that I reduce my Verbena bonariensis to. Your Perovskia shouldn't be tempting for slugs anyway because of the strongly scented, tough, silvery foliage. They don't touch my Salvia Caradonna which is in the...
    That looks fine That's about the height that I reduce my Verbena bonariensis to. Your Perovskia shouldn't be tempting for slugs anyway because of the strongly scented, tough, silvery foliage....
    simone_in_wiltshire, Apr 2, 2026 at 2:11 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Plantminded
    Apr 3, 2026 at 10:01 AM
  18. PzaMayor3
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    Terrace in the Mediterranean

    The tulips have already finished blooming, and I've planted dahlias in their place. It's the first time I've grown them... I hope they do well and can handle the heat and high temperatures.Here...
    The tulips have already finished blooming, and I've planted dahlias in their place. It's the first time I've grown them... I hope they do well and can handle the heat and high temperatures.Here are some final photos of the tulips. Which do you like best? The 'Merlot' or the 'Orange...
    The tulips have already finished blooming, and I've planted dahlias in their place. It's the first time I've grown them... I hope they do well and can handle the heat and high temperatures.Here are some final photos of the tulips. Which do you...
    The tulips have already finished blooming, and I've planted dahlias in their place. It's the first time I've grown them... I hope they do well and can handle the heat and high temperatures.Here...
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    PzaMayor3, Feb 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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    PzaMayor3
    Apr 3, 2026 at 7:50 AM
  19. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    8pm tonight." With a long Easter weekend to look forward to, Monty is on hand with wheelbarrows of practical gardening advice and inspiration. For people who fancy growing their own potatoes,...
    8pm tonight." With a long Easter weekend to look forward to, Monty is on hand with wheelbarrows of practical gardening advice and inspiration. For people who fancy growing their own potatoes, it's time to get them in the ground. He’ll also be sowing seeds for a colourful cut flower display...
    8pm tonight." With a long Easter weekend to look forward to, Monty is on hand with wheelbarrows of practical gardening advice and inspiration. For people who fancy growing their own potatoes, it's time to get them in the ground. He’ll also be...
    8pm tonight." With a long Easter weekend to look forward to, Monty is on hand with wheelbarrows of practical gardening advice and inspiration. For people who fancy growing their own potatoes,...
    AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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    AnniD
    Apr 3, 2026 at 7:30 AM
  20. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 32 33 34
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    Logan
    Apr 3, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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