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  1. Erigeron

    Plants you don't grow

    I would definitely agree with the hedges of Photinia and Laurel that don't do much for me, not the aesthetic I would go for. I think it may be more monocultures that I just find generally...
    I would definitely agree with the hedges of Photinia and Laurel that don't do much for me, not the aesthetic I would go for. I think it may be more monocultures that I just find generally unappealing rather than specific plants.The spotty laurel (Aucuba) too.
    I would definitely agree with the hedges of Photinia and Laurel that don't do much for me, not the aesthetic I would go for. I think it may be more monocultures that I just find generally unappealing rather than specific plants.The spotty...
    I would definitely agree with the hedges of Photinia and Laurel that don't do much for me, not the aesthetic I would go for. I think it may be more monocultures that I just find generally...
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  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Sunny all day here too and about 16c. Going up to 22c on Wednesday. My neighbours opposite have gone off to Spain for some sun and warmth - it's raining and cooler than here for the next two days....
    Sunny all day here too and about 16c. Going up to 22c on Wednesday. My neighbours opposite have gone off to Spain for some sun and warmth - it's raining and cooler than here for the next two days. They'll be hopping mad.
    Sunny all day here too and about 16c. Going up to 22c on Wednesday. My neighbours opposite have gone off to Spain for some sun and warmth - it's raining and cooler than here for the next two days. They'll be hopping mad.
    Sunny all day here too and about 16c. Going up to 22c on Wednesday. My neighbours opposite have gone off to Spain for some sun and warmth - it's raining and cooler than here for the next two days....
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  3. Logan
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  4. JWK
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    Tomato Taste Test 2025

    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
    Thank you @JenCD you have grown some interesting varieties as well as the good old favourite Sungold
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  5. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    @Obelix-Vendée I think you'll find it's Tidemark planning to leave .
    @Obelix-Vendée I think you'll find it's Tidemark planning to leave .
    @Obelix-Vendée I think you'll find it's Tidemark planning to leave .
    @Obelix-Vendée I think you'll find it's Tidemark planning to leave .
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  6. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    After months of dithering, we've ordered a new summer house for the deck by the stream. We bought the other one in lockdown and had no choice, so we've taken our time with this one. I think the...
    After months of dithering, we've ordered a new summer house for the deck by the stream. We bought the other one in lockdown and had no choice, so we've taken our time with this one. I think the window blinds will fit and hub will reconfigure the solar and inverter. Lovely evening with DiL's...
    After months of dithering, we've ordered a new summer house for the deck by the stream. We bought the other one in lockdown and had no choice, so we've taken our time with this one. I think the window blinds will fit and hub will reconfigure...
    After months of dithering, we've ordered a new summer house for the deck by the stream. We bought the other one in lockdown and had no choice, so we've taken our time with this one. I think the...
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  7. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Used to like them @longk, especially alla parmigiana, but then went off the texture one day after some very greasy ones cooked by someone else.
    Used to like them @longk, especially alla parmigiana, but then went off the texture one day after some very greasy ones cooked by someone else.
    Used to like them @longk, especially alla parmigiana, but then went off the texture one day after some very greasy ones cooked by someone else.
    Used to like them @longk, especially alla parmigiana, but then went off the texture one day after some very greasy ones cooked by someone else.
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  8. garden_shade

    New Gardener - help!

    Don't buy a shovel for digging you'll regret it, none of them are suitable for you but for the top one which says digging but I don't use rounded spades so I can't recommend that one.You want a...
    Don't buy a shovel for digging you'll regret it, none of them are suitable for you but for the top one which says digging but I don't use rounded spades so I can't recommend that one.You want a spade ideally with the feet protector treads on top of the spade. Wickes have some have a look at...
    Don't buy a shovel for digging you'll regret it, none of them are suitable for you but for the top one which says digging but I don't use rounded spades so I can't recommend that one.You want a spade ideally with the feet protector treads on...
    Don't buy a shovel for digging you'll regret it, none of them are suitable for you but for the top one which says digging but I don't use rounded spades so I can't recommend that one.You want a...
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  9. hans

    Rooks

    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a...
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a issue. Winter storms would seem very likely regarding nest removal.
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a issue. Winter storms would seem very likely regarding...
    They seem interesting creatures and watching them over the nest building, mating, hatching and feeding periods would be rewarding. I wonder if they steal from each other and is infedelity a...
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  10. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Dublin Bay- first rose today
    Dublin Bay- first rose today
    Dublin Bay- first rose today
    Dublin Bay- first rose today
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  11. Tidemark
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    Whaaattt?

    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always bring very strong, heartfelt opinions/views and whilst we actively foster free speech and open...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always bring very strong, heartfelt opinions/views and whilst...
    This thread is now closed for replies, having ran it's course and we ask members not to start a thread in a similar nature.It understandable that significant events such as this will always...
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  12. garden_shade

    First garden - haven't the foggiest

    @garden_shade How about take some fresh photos of the plants in the borders, now most of them should have sprouted, and post here for id and care advice. A quick look just now and I saw a rose, a...
    @garden_shade How about take some fresh photos of the plants in the borders, now most of them should have sprouted, and post here for id and care advice. A quick look just now and I saw a rose, a buddleja and a rosemary. Certainly the rose and the buddleja could use a prune.
    @garden_shade How about take some fresh photos of the plants in the borders, now most of them should have sprouted, and post here for id and care advice. A quick look just now and I saw a rose, a buddleja and a rosemary. Certainly the rose and...
    @garden_shade How about take some fresh photos of the plants in the borders, now most of them should have sprouted, and post here for id and care advice. A quick look just now and I saw a rose, a...
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  13. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I've been helping a neighbour fence painting :thud:
    I've been helping a neighbour fence painting :thud:
    I've been helping a neighbour fence painting :thud:
    I've been helping a neighbour fence painting :thud:
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  14. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    lovely displays. here is a local variation bluebells near sunset at Wassels copse . i believe it is old coppice sometimes maintained for grouse keeping
    lovely displays. here is a local variation bluebells near sunset at Wassels copse . i believe it is old coppice sometimes maintained for grouse keeping
    lovely displays. here is a local variation bluebells near sunset at Wassels copse . i believe it is old coppice sometimes maintained for grouse keeping
    lovely displays. here is a local variation bluebells near sunset at Wassels copse . i believe it is old coppice sometimes maintained for grouse keeping
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  15. Philippa
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    World Politics

    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
    Thread closed. This is the 'How To' section, not for generalised discussions.
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  16. Fat Controller
    Informative x 4

    Financial Scams - BE ALERT

    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a free IPad.it’s a scam please don’t follow the instructions otherwise you will lose money.Just end...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a free IPad.it’s a scam please don’t follow the...
    Hi everyonebe very carful …Any phone (especially Whatsup) call saying your a sky customer and you say yes, they will tell you being a loyal member or you have had for a long time you get a...
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  17. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
    Hello Floss I'm Bel nice to see you
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  18. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the place. Holly blue and small whites on "non stop". 2 little egrets just flew over, had 8 late afternoon...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the place. Holly blue and small whites on "non stop". 2...
    First orange tip and so vibrant. Also a magnificent peacock butterfly feeding on the flowers of the Beurre hardy pear. Not noticed them doing that before. 2 male brimstones flying all over the...
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  19. LilyTL

    Reusing soil from wisteria pots

    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser such as blood, fish and bone or pelleted chicken manure and some leaf mould or other fibrous matter to...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser such as blood, fish and bone or pelleted chicken...
    You can use it as a mulch to improve soil texture on a bed but it will be completely depleted of minerals and fertilisers so, if keeping it the pot you need to add some slow release fertiliser...
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  20. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
    Radiant Rapeseed
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    328
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