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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear power may well be considered "clean" but the waste problem still has to be dealt with. I gather that...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear power may well be considered "clean" but the waste...
    I don't think there is an emoji available which accurately describes a wandering mind. Running the world on truly "renewable" energy is a long way off - if it ever even becomes possible. Nuclear...
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  2. Tidemark

    Why not?

    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
    We have had food composting here for years, at least 10 maybe more.I was surprised to see all the fuss about it TBH, that and incineration for non recyclable stuff is nothing new.
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  3. JWK
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  4. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade and H. Skywriter. They are now in a shaded area at the front of the house, elevated on a small gravel...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade and H. Skywriter. They are now in a shaded area at...
    Today I planted three ferns in the border which I cleared of bluebells earlier in the week, all Dryopteris varieties. I then potted three young hostas, H. Cathedral Windows, H. Orange Marmalade...
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  5. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having another lumbar puncture. She had one yesterday morning, then slept until the afternoon. We sat with her...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having another lumbar puncture. She had one yesterday morning,...
    Hello all.We are back in Norfolk. The holiday traffic is starting up so we decided to leave our friends and come home.There was no point going to see Alexa this morning as she was having...
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  6. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    High of 25.6. Still sunny and 23.3c with a nice breeze.
    High of 25.6. Still sunny and 23.3c with a nice breeze.
    High of 25.6. Still sunny and 23.3c with a nice breeze.
    High of 25.6. Still sunny and 23.3c with a nice breeze.
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  7. Victoria

    Red Bull ... Energy Drinks

    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I crochet a lot for charity as I like to keep my hands busy. I like vegetables .. but the thought off...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I crochet a lot for charity as I like to keep my...
    I can't just sit or watch TV all day. although I watch a fair amount of nature/geographic/wildlife/crime programmes. I like to spend time outside doing what I can in the garden, and indoors I...
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  8. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
    More bees making an appearance over the last few days which is encouraging.
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  9. Friendly

    Holly fern cyrtomium fortunei

    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using...
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using the same plant in different areas works well and looks stylish
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using the same plant in different areas works well and...
    HiThey need a good 12 inches apart if planting in a group.. personally I think in a small garden keep the planting simple . Rather that a mish mash of one of this and one of that , and using...
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  10. zebrina

    Rat problem

    Think one of the biggest draws to rats is BBQs, especially 'chilled out' neighbours, not tiding up, or leaving the tidying until morning after a jolly good BBQ.
    Think one of the biggest draws to rats is BBQs, especially 'chilled out' neighbours, not tiding up, or leaving the tidying until morning after a jolly good BBQ.
    Think one of the biggest draws to rats is BBQs, especially 'chilled out' neighbours, not tiding up, or leaving the tidying until morning after a jolly good BBQ.
    Think one of the biggest draws to rats is BBQs, especially 'chilled out' neighbours, not tiding up, or leaving the tidying until morning after a jolly good BBQ.
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  11. Spruce
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    House Martins, Swallows & Swifts

    I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
    I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
    I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
    I spotted our first swallows and martins on Thursday. Lots of swooping and calling and too fast to see if they're house or sand martins or both.
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  12. Fat Controller
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    Migration to NEW software & server

    Thank you :dbgrtmb: It's only because i like to get my house in order before i _ _ _ and having no one else to do it, hopefull not for some years
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: It's only because i like to get my house in order before i _ _ _ and having no one else to do it, hopefull not for some years
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: It's only because i like to get my house in order before i _ _ _ and having no one else to do it, hopefull not for some years
    Thank you :dbgrtmb: It's only because i like to get my house in order before i _ _ _ and having no one else to do it, hopefull not for some years
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  13. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
    @Michael Hewett Dogs Mercury can persist where a woodland had been many many years ago so maybe there used to be woods in your area.
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  14. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    These are mine. I turned the heating off in the sun room so it gets quite cool over night
    These are mine. I turned the heating off in the sun room so it gets quite cool over night
    These are mine. I turned the heating off in the sun room so it gets quite cool over night
    These are mine. I turned the heating off in the sun room so it gets quite cool over night
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  15. potted

    Hoster's

    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse glass and glide down on a mucus rope from above, like a wildlife mission impossible. I've tried...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse glass and glide down on a mucus rope from above,...
    I like the moat method for seedlings I sow in the greenhouse and it works well (I put the legs of the stand in water so I have more room) but you do get intrepid slugs that scale the greenhouse...
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  16. Logan
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  17. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
    Fritillaries
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  18. PzaMayor3
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    Terrace in the Mediterranean

    This one is now a year old since I bought it. They seem to live between 5 and 10 years. I imagine that in a pot its lifespan will be shorter and it will need larger containers as time goes on...
    This one is now a year old since I bought it. They seem to live between 5 and 10 years. I imagine that in a pot its lifespan will be shorter and it will need larger containers as time goes on...
    This one is now a year old since I bought it. They seem to live between 5 and 10 years. I imagine that in a pot its lifespan will be shorter and it will need larger containers as time goes on...
    This one is now a year old since I bought it. They seem to live between 5 and 10 years. I imagine that in a pot its lifespan will be shorter and it will need larger containers as time goes on...
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  19. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    35 years old & on a 10 ton jack
    35 years old & on a 10 ton jack
    35 years old & on a 10 ton jack
    35 years old & on a 10 ton jack
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  20. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how...
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how that goes.
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how that goes.
    Big month here too. Just got the runner beans and courgettes started, and a tray of basil that'll probably take forever as usual. Trying a few different squash varieties this year so we'll see how...
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