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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    You'll have to get your own AI and educate it on English literature and language.
    You'll have to get your own AI and educate it on English literature and language.
    You'll have to get your own AI and educate it on English literature and language.
    You'll have to get your own AI and educate it on English literature and language.
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  2. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Just love reading what you all are getting up to in your gardens. I'm learning a lot too, so thank you.Still got the cold wind, so I mainly spent my time indoors, though I did order some Voodoo...
    Just love reading what you all are getting up to in your gardens. I'm learning a lot too, so thank you.Still got the cold wind, so I mainly spent my time indoors, though I did order some Voodoo fuchsias (plugins) which my husband likes. I did venture out this afternoon to stretch some fleece...
    Just love reading what you all are getting up to in your gardens. I'm learning a lot too, so thank you.Still got the cold wind, so I mainly spent my time indoors, though I did order some Voodoo fuchsias (plugins) which my husband likes. I did...
    Just love reading what you all are getting up to in your gardens. I'm learning a lot too, so thank you.Still got the cold wind, so I mainly spent my time indoors, though I did order some Voodoo...
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  3. Erigeron

    Plants you don't grow

    I'm not fond of cordylines, but I have one that self seeded in the middle of a patch of Iris foetidissima and when it struggled above them, in a moment of kindheartedness I removed the Iris and...
    I'm not fond of cordylines, but I have one that self seeded in the middle of a patch of Iris foetidissima and when it struggled above them, in a moment of kindheartedness I removed the Iris and let it live.
    I'm not fond of cordylines, but I have one that self seeded in the middle of a patch of Iris foetidissima and when it struggled above them, in a moment of kindheartedness I removed the Iris and let it live.
    I'm not fond of cordylines, but I have one that self seeded in the middle of a patch of Iris foetidissima and when it struggled above them, in a moment of kindheartedness I removed the Iris and...
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  4. wiseowl
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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    A chilly night expected -2c. Jenny namaste
    A chilly night expected -2c. Jenny namaste
    A chilly night expected -2c. Jenny namaste
    A chilly night expected -2c. Jenny namaste
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  9. 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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  10. Cordy
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    Made this planter

    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C...
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C to apply 4 coats of clear matt varnish.
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C to apply 4 coats of clear matt varnish.
    Made this 'Tote' for a friend. He will use it as a magazine rack. Perspex is A4 size, bought from an auction site. Pine and rods were scrap, just lying around in my garage. Now waiting for Mrs C...
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  11. Emerion

    Pinching out cosmos

    I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy...
    I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy are more often than not already flowering, because they sell better that way.
    I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy are more often than not already flowering,...
    I've always thought a good rule in general is you dont plant out plants that are already flowering. So most bedding plants get pinched back in my place if showing flowering buds.Plants you buy...
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  12. 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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  13. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Forgot to mention @AuntyRach who, I hope, is taking it easy this weekend.@Tui34 my rhubarb is already showing signs of stress and producing flowering stems. I've pulled those off and picked...
    Forgot to mention @AuntyRach who, I hope, is taking it easy this weekend.@Tui34 my rhubarb is already showing signs of stress and producing flowering stems. I've pulled those off and picked just 7 or 8 stems for our pud. What with all the HXBs and proper chocolate we don't need leftovers...
    Forgot to mention @AuntyRach who, I hope, is taking it easy this weekend.@Tui34 my rhubarb is already showing signs of stress and producing flowering stems. I've pulled those off and picked just 7 or 8 stems for our pud. What with all the...
    Forgot to mention @AuntyRach who, I hope, is taking it easy this weekend.@Tui34 my rhubarb is already showing signs of stress and producing flowering stems. I've pulled those off and picked...
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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. 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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  18. 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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  19. 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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  20. 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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