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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    The early blue sky came and went Showers today 8c on the patio with a SW breeze, Jenny namaste
    The early blue sky came and went Showers today 8c on the patio with a SW breeze, Jenny namaste
    The early blue sky came and went Showers today 8c on the patio with a SW breeze, Jenny namaste
    The early blue sky came and went Showers today 8c on the patio with a SW breeze, Jenny namaste
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  2. Selleri
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    Plants to grow for fun- the odd, mangled, dangerous or just funny ones

    I've grown both skirret and salsify, I got enough to for a meal or two, but didn't really bother again. Purple sprouting broccoli, hardy, can make a large plant and produces edible shoots at this...
    I've grown both skirret and salsify, I got enough to for a meal or two, but didn't really bother again. Purple sprouting broccoli, hardy, can make a large plant and produces edible shoots at this time of year, these can be eaten raw in salad or briefly cooked.
    I've grown both skirret and salsify, I got enough to for a meal or two, but didn't really bother again. Purple sprouting broccoli, hardy, can make a large plant and produces edible shoots at this time of year, these can be eaten raw in salad or...
    I've grown both skirret and salsify, I got enough to for a meal or two, but didn't really bother again. Purple sprouting broccoli, hardy, can make a large plant and produces edible shoots at this...
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  3. nightofjoy

    Surface cover/interest for container Jasmine

    I have a couple of raised beds that are 18" deep and about 12' long, so I can outline what has worked for me.First thing to say is the soil/compost level will settle, so either fill it and leave...
    I have a couple of raised beds that are 18" deep and about 12' long, so I can outline what has worked for me.First thing to say is the soil/compost level will settle, so either fill it and leave it to do that before you plant, or fill it right to the brim initially. Secondly, it will need a...
    I have a couple of raised beds that are 18" deep and about 12' long, so I can outline what has worked for me.First thing to say is the soil/compost level will settle, so either fill it and leave it to do that before you plant, or fill it right...
    I have a couple of raised beds that are 18" deep and about 12' long, so I can outline what has worked for me.First thing to say is the soil/compost level will settle, so either fill it and leave...
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  4. Athelas

    Chelsea Flower Show - 1 ticket for 19 May 2026

    I’m selling one ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show in London on Tuesday 19 May 2026, the first day of the show for RHS members (ahead of it opening to the public on 21 May).I had bought four...
    I’m selling one ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show in London on Tuesday 19 May 2026, the first day of the show for RHS members (ahead of it opening to the public on 21 May).I had bought four tickets but one of our party has dropped out, so I’m selling their ticket for £125, which is the price I...
    I’m selling one ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show in London on Tuesday 19 May 2026, the first day of the show for RHS members (ahead of it opening to the public on 21 May).I had bought four tickets but one of our party has dropped out, so I’m...
    I’m selling one ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show in London on Tuesday 19 May 2026, the first day of the show for RHS members (ahead of it opening to the public on 21 May).I had bought four...
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  5. Pete8

    Want to help garden birds? Don't feed them in warmer months, says RSPB

    Just to give another point of view.We feed the birds all year round but do not use any flat surface. The hanging feeders are cleaned every week and although we have plenty of trees and numerous...
    Just to give another point of view.We feed the birds all year round but do not use any flat surface. The hanging feeders are cleaned every week and although we have plenty of trees and numerous shrubs and perennials the birds seem to consider our garden a haven.Each year, for decades, we...
    Just to give another point of view.We feed the birds all year round but do not use any flat surface. The hanging feeders are cleaned every week and although we have plenty of trees and numerous shrubs and perennials the birds seem to consider...
    Just to give another point of view.We feed the birds all year round but do not use any flat surface. The hanging feeders are cleaned every week and although we have plenty of trees and numerous...
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  6. JWK
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  7. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    A very good morning to you all. Well my wish for a better night's sleep failed to materialise - anyone got two matchsticks? It is damp and dismal outside but maybe it will improve later - I am...
    A very good morning to you all. Well my wish for a better night's sleep failed to materialise - anyone got two matchsticks? It is damp and dismal outside but maybe it will improve later - I am not holding my breath! Catch up with you all later.
    A very good morning to you all. Well my wish for a better night's sleep failed to materialise - anyone got two matchsticks? It is damp and dismal outside but maybe it will improve later - I am not holding my breath! Catch up with you all later.
    A very good morning to you all. Well my wish for a better night's sleep failed to materialise - anyone got two matchsticks? It is damp and dismal outside but maybe it will improve later - I am...
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  8. pete

    Mushroom compost

    It's a lot dryer and grainy than I was expecting tbh.
    It's a lot dryer and grainy than I was expecting tbh.
    It's a lot dryer and grainy than I was expecting tbh.
    It's a lot dryer and grainy than I was expecting tbh.
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  9. AnniD
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    Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026

    Binge watched it over Easter: "Greatest Gardens with Diarmuid Gavin and Carol Klein" Episode 1 to 4 is on iPlayer, final is on April 27.
    Binge watched it over Easter: "Greatest Gardens with Diarmuid Gavin and Carol Klein" Episode 1 to 4 is on iPlayer, final is on April 27.
    Binge watched it over Easter: "Greatest Gardens with Diarmuid Gavin and Carol Klein" Episode 1 to 4 is on iPlayer, final is on April 27.
    Binge watched it over Easter: "Greatest Gardens with Diarmuid Gavin and Carol Klein" Episode 1 to 4 is on iPlayer, final is on April 27.
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  10. hard_stone_84

    Biggest problem with roses in the UK

    Thanks for the information @Busy-Lizzie, I didn't know that.Regarding the comparison with David Austin @hard_stone_84, my main gripe is the photography. The lighting and colours on the Peter...
    Thanks for the information @Busy-Lizzie, I didn't know that.Regarding the comparison with David Austin @hard_stone_84, my main gripe is the photography. The lighting and colours on the Peter Beales site are not very flattering, and the setting is uninspiring. On D.A. there is a lot more depth...
    Thanks for the information @Busy-Lizzie, I didn't know that.Regarding the comparison with David Austin @hard_stone_84, my main gripe is the photography. The lighting and colours on the Peter Beales site are not very flattering, and the setting...
    Thanks for the information @Busy-Lizzie, I didn't know that.Regarding the comparison with David Austin @hard_stone_84, my main gripe is the photography. The lighting and colours on the Peter...
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  11. hailbopp

    Which secateurs to go for?

    Will have a look at these, thanks for the heads up!
    Will have a look at these, thanks for the heads up!
    Will have a look at these, thanks for the heads up!
    Will have a look at these, thanks for the heads up!
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  12. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I haven’t put a bet on the Grand National for nearly 30 years, for the reasons outlined or to be clear it is out and out cruel and barbaric. I don’t like how the Grand National is masqueraded as...
    I haven’t put a bet on the Grand National for nearly 30 years, for the reasons outlined or to be clear it is out and out cruel and barbaric. I don’t like how the Grand National is masqueraded as something being a great bastion of a great British institution or Ladies’ Day will promote horse...
    I haven’t put a bet on the Grand National for nearly 30 years, for the reasons outlined or to be clear it is out and out cruel and barbaric. I don’t like how the Grand National is masqueraded as something being a great bastion of a great British...
    I haven’t put a bet on the Grand National for nearly 30 years, for the reasons outlined or to be clear it is out and out cruel and barbaric. I don’t like how the Grand National is masqueraded as...
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  13. Sienna's Blossom
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    Our garden sanctuary

    Its looking very tranquil Sienna :)
    Its looking very tranquil Sienna :)
    Its looking very tranquil Sienna :)
    Its looking very tranquil Sienna :)
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  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    @CarolineL following on about wild garlic in "The Almanac" 2026 for April there is a recipe for pickled wild garlic buds in wood sorrel and watercress vinegar. As we don't have any would be good...
    @CarolineL following on about wild garlic in "The Almanac" 2026 for April there is a recipe for pickled wild garlic buds in wood sorrel and watercress vinegar. As we don't have any would be good to know if somebody else does and makes it. Sounds good.
    @CarolineL following on about wild garlic in "The Almanac" 2026 for April there is a recipe for pickled wild garlic buds in wood sorrel and watercress vinegar. As we don't have any would be good to know if somebody else does and makes it. Sounds...
    @CarolineL following on about wild garlic in "The Almanac" 2026 for April there is a recipe for pickled wild garlic buds in wood sorrel and watercress vinegar. As we don't have any would be good...
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  15. Shades of Night

    What’s in a name?

    I don't mean to cause offence @Shades of Night but surely once someone puts something on a forum it no longer 'belongs' to them it is the 'property' of the forum. Tidemark has made hundreds of...
    I don't mean to cause offence @Shades of Night but surely once someone puts something on a forum it no longer 'belongs' to them it is the 'property' of the forum. Tidemark has made hundreds of valuable posts on here. IMO she has spat her dummy out over something that the admin have explained...
    I don't mean to cause offence @Shades of Night but surely once someone puts something on a forum it no longer 'belongs' to them it is the 'property' of the forum. Tidemark has made hundreds of valuable posts on here. IMO she has spat her dummy...
    I don't mean to cause offence @Shades of Night but surely once someone puts something on a forum it no longer 'belongs' to them it is the 'property' of the forum. Tidemark has made hundreds of...
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  16. wiseowl
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  17. CostasK

    Portuguese laurel under stress

    That’s one of the many benefits of gardening @CostasK, learning from your mistakes, we all do it. There used to be a thread called something like gallery of shame on the old GW forum, not just...
    That’s one of the many benefits of gardening @CostasK, learning from your mistakes, we all do it. There used to be a thread called something like gallery of shame on the old GW forum, not just amusing but helpful. I could certainly contribute to that :biggrin:.
    That’s one of the many benefits of gardening @CostasK, learning from your mistakes, we all do it. There used to be a thread called something like gallery of shame on the old GW forum, not just amusing but helpful. I could certainly contribute to...
    That’s one of the many benefits of gardening @CostasK, learning from your mistakes, we all do it. There used to be a thread called something like gallery of shame on the old GW forum, not just...
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  18. Logan
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  19. wiseowl
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    General Chat About Roses And Rose Gardens 2026

    That’s helpful info thank you @Busy-Lizzie :) I ordered a potted one earlier, maybe by this time next week it’ll be planted here.
    That’s helpful info thank you @Busy-Lizzie :) I ordered a potted one earlier, maybe by this time next week it’ll be planted here.
    That’s helpful info thank you @Busy-Lizzie :) I ordered a potted one earlier, maybe by this time next week it’ll be planted here.
    That’s helpful info thank you @Busy-Lizzie :) I ordered a potted one earlier, maybe by this time next week it’ll be planted here.
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  20. ThePlantAssassin
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    The biggest one I've ever grown

    I know I just noticed after I posted, still learning - just joined today.
    I know I just noticed after I posted, still learning - just joined today.
    I know I just noticed after I posted, still learning - just joined today.
    I know I just noticed after I posted, still learning - just joined today.
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