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  1. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I'm in the process of transfering seedlings from the house to greenhouse too. But we could still get frosts.This was the first day I'd say I was really gardening. So I got the saw out and cut a...
    I'm in the process of transfering seedlings from the house to greenhouse too. But we could still get frosts.This was the first day I'd say I was really gardening. So I got the saw out and cut a pyracantha down by half in height. My, those arm muscles found it tough going. I have never done...
    I'm in the process of transfering seedlings from the house to greenhouse too. But we could still get frosts.This was the first day I'd say I was really gardening. So I got the saw out and cut a pyracantha down by half in height. My, those arm...
    I'm in the process of transfering seedlings from the house to greenhouse too. But we could still get frosts.This was the first day I'd say I was really gardening. So I got the saw out and cut a...
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  2. pete

    Mushroom compost

    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
    Yeah not sure why its alkaline, I assume they have added lime as most composted material, I always thought, ended up on the acid side.
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  3. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Some nice sun today, but a bitterly cold wind at times. Down to 2c tonight. It will be a clear night and the moon will be visible. When I get out of bed in the night and see the moon shining I do...
    Some nice sun today, but a bitterly cold wind at times. Down to 2c tonight. It will be a clear night and the moon will be visible. When I get out of bed in the night and see the moon shining I do think of those astronauts up there.Warmer tomorrow, then hot on Tuesday and Wednesday. The ground...
    Some nice sun today, but a bitterly cold wind at times. Down to 2c tonight. It will be a clear night and the moon will be visible. When I get out of bed in the night and see the moon shining I do think of those astronauts up there.Warmer...
    Some nice sun today, but a bitterly cold wind at times. Down to 2c tonight. It will be a clear night and the moon will be visible. When I get out of bed in the night and see the moon shining I do...
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  4. Sienna's Blossom
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    Our garden sanctuary

    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there!...
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there! It is half the size of our previous garden, but such a lovely relaxing space to spend our time....
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there! It is half the size of our previous garden, but...
    Thank you, yes we've been here almost 5 years and the garden feels quite private now that everything is growing nicely. It also feels bigger than it is even though we've planted so much out there!...
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  5. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    Tonight and tomorrow night are going to be chilly. I'm bringing all the plants inside the house.
    Tonight and tomorrow night are going to be chilly. I'm bringing all the plants inside the house.
    Tonight and tomorrow night are going to be chilly. I'm bringing all the plants inside the house.
    Tonight and tomorrow night are going to be chilly. I'm bringing all the plants inside the house.
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  6. Erigeron

    Plants you don't grow

    I am the opposite @Selleri . I love yellow.Last year I paid good money for a hydrangea because it is the "must have" at the moment for many people here. I ended up giving it away.I do not...
    I am the opposite @Selleri . I love yellow.Last year I paid good money for a hydrangea because it is the "must have" at the moment for many people here. I ended up giving it away.I do not care for any on my gardens.I also will mot tolerate forget me nots. Horrid invasive things!
    I am the opposite @Selleri . I love yellow.Last year I paid good money for a hydrangea because it is the "must have" at the moment for many people here. I ended up giving it away.I do not care for any on my gardens.I also will mot...
    I am the opposite @Selleri . I love yellow.Last year I paid good money for a hydrangea because it is the "must have" at the moment for many people here. I ended up giving it away.I do not...
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  7. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I once listened a recording of a customer service call (yes, one of those "your call may be recorded for training purposes" things) where the customer was quite rude and the agent very polite....
    I once listened a recording of a customer service call (yes, one of those "your call may be recorded for training purposes" things) where the customer was quite rude and the agent very polite.The agent apologised for everything the customer had suffered and finally the customer shouted "and...
    I once listened a recording of a customer service call (yes, one of those "your call may be recorded for training purposes" things) where the customer was quite rude and the agent very polite.The agent apologised for everything the customer...
    I once listened a recording of a customer service call (yes, one of those "your call may be recorded for training purposes" things) where the customer was quite rude and the agent very polite....
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  8. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Good afternoon to you all!And a very Happy Easter Sunday.I am glad to see that Alexa is improving @Busy-Lizzie Let's keep on hoping that she will be out of hospital and home to convalesce...
    Good afternoon to you all!And a very Happy Easter Sunday.I am glad to see that Alexa is improving @Busy-Lizzie Let's keep on hoping that she will be out of hospital and home to convalesce soon. She, and her family, have been through a very tough time.Everyone has been busy this...
    Good afternoon to you all!And a very Happy Easter Sunday.I am glad to see that Alexa is improving @Busy-Lizzie Let's keep on hoping that she will be out of hospital and home to convalesce soon. She, and her family, have been through a...
    Good afternoon to you all!And a very Happy Easter Sunday.I am glad to see that Alexa is improving @Busy-Lizzie Let's keep on hoping that she will be out of hospital and home to convalesce...
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  9. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked overloaded. It had 4 adults and 5 children in a standard saloon car. Kids on laps, in footwells etc. ...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked overloaded. It had 4 adults and 5 children in a standard...
    @Jiffy all too common with those who claim not to know the UK Highway Code or road laws. I was watching a programme about the Traffic Police recently where they stopped a car which looked...
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  10. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in...
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in April/May so @Adam l was very lucky to see it but then so many plants are flowering earlier than usual.
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in April/May so @Adam l was very lucky to see it but...
    Yes it is parasitic on mainly hazel and alder but can be on the roots of other trees. The flowering part that @Adam l photographed is the only part of the plant seen above ground and comes up in...
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  11. Danielcox0011

    Help with my lawn, please!!

    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down tomorrow and keep it watered, I can get some nice new grass popping through!I think its just been...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down tomorrow and keep it watered, I can get some nice new...
    Its sunny in the morning till early afternoon and then shaded by the house all late afternoon and evening.Ive got some good seed and jacks magic to go on it, so hopefully if I get that down...
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  12. RustyH

    Lack of Knowledge, trying to do a project!!

    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there...
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there isn't a lot of space left for plants. Either way, violets, ferns, spring bulbs may be worth considering.
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there isn't a lot of space left for plants. Either way, ...
    I'd be very careful of the vinca as @CarolineL says. Whilst the v major is the worst, the v minor will also spread rapidly. Are you keeping all of the lawn shown in your photo ? If so, there...
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  13. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
    Yes, that was really clever @Bluejayway , I hadn't seen that before. Certainly cheaper than using "pot feet".
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  14. wiseowl
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    Seed Sowing This Month April

    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and they get to a decent size in the first year. I have just used the seed straight from the packet, no...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and they get to a decent size in the first year. I have...
    Rhubarb is very easy from seed. The downside is that you are more limited in the varieties but I've grown Victoria the last couple of years (I keep stumbling on the seed and think why not) and...
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  15. shiney
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    APRIL PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
    A chocolate almond cake and Flat White at the farm shop Cirencester
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  16. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
    We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
    We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
    We had our Easter lamb last night. Slow cooked shoulder, boulangere potatoes, cabbage and gravy
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  17. wiseowl
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    General Chat About Roses And Rose Gardens 2026

    Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated :)
    Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated :)
    Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated :)
    Good Morning @CostasK thank you for the link, it’s all helpful to me and much appreciated :)
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  19. Macraignil

    Tree that sprouted near compost heap.

    Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
    Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
    Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
    Of the two I have peregrine has tiny petals in comparison to the red peach,the flowers really don't stand out much.I've not noticed peach leaf curl attack the flowers.
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