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  1. hailbopp

    Which secateurs to go for?

    Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, :biggrin: Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub,...
    Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, :biggrin: Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub, so that is probably what it was.
    Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, :biggrin: Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub, so that is probably what it was.
    Fingers as well, the tree surgeon who cut down the trees out the back last summer had one, or is it still a pair, :biggrin: Just looked really easy to take off a finger.@hailbopp ,it was an Irish pub,...
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  2. Michael Hewett

    Posting a moving photo

    Yes I know, but I don't really use facebook and I don't want lots of people commenting on it. On the pets thread here, although it can be seen by anyone in the world, the few comments made are...
    Yes I know, but I don't really use facebook and I don't want lots of people commenting on it. On the pets thread here, although it can be seen by anyone in the world, the few comments made are mainly by members who have pets, and keeping up with GF is enough for me.
    Yes I know, but I don't really use facebook and I don't want lots of people commenting on it. On the pets thread here, although it can be seen by anyone in the world, the few comments made are mainly by members who have pets, and keeping up with...
    Yes I know, but I don't really use facebook and I don't want lots of people commenting on it. On the pets thread here, although it can be seen by anyone in the world, the few comments made are...
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  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Just watching the Grand National and the start is even a complete debacle, I just have to watch it to see how awful it is.One horse was said to be bought for a hundred quid, do you really...
    Just watching the Grand National and the start is even a complete debacle, I just have to watch it to see how awful it is.One horse was said to be bought for a hundred quid, do you really think the owner gives a monkeys if that horse lives or dies.
    Just watching the Grand National and the start is even a complete debacle, I just have to watch it to see how awful it is.One horse was said to be bought for a hundred quid, do you really think the owner gives a monkeys if that horse lives or...
    Just watching the Grand National and the start is even a complete debacle, I just have to watch it to see how awful it is.One horse was said to be bought for a hundred quid, do you really...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
    Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
    Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
    Not so sunny now and the wind has picked up. Bitterly cold. Feels like 1c not 7c. Too cold for gardening..
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  5. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Now that we have got the greenhouse almost sorted out Mrs Shiney has been able to start sowing seeds. Tomato plants love it in there (only a few inches high at the moment) but we will have plenty...
    Now that we have got the greenhouse almost sorted out Mrs Shiney has been able to start sowing seeds. Tomato plants love it in there (only a few inches high at the moment) but we will have plenty for sale. We're still working on rehoming plants that have been kept in sheltered areas of homed...
    Now that we have got the greenhouse almost sorted out Mrs Shiney has been able to start sowing seeds. Tomato plants love it in there (only a few inches high at the moment) but we will have plenty for sale. We're still working on rehoming plants...
    Now that we have got the greenhouse almost sorted out Mrs Shiney has been able to start sowing seeds. Tomato plants love it in there (only a few inches high at the moment) but we will have plenty...
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  6. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all...
    In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all of the parts themselves.Indeed, part of the reason that we have Jaecoo here and looking like they...
    In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all of the parts themselves.Indeed, part of the...
    In short, no.Jaguar Land Rover made the iPace, although that halted as they started their retooling for their new EV range.. but even then, I don't believe for a minute that they will make all...
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  7. wiseowl

    Rhubarb Bolting In March

    Ants farming aphids on rhubarb is a new one for me. I've had them do it on broad beans but never thought to check the rhubarb. Might have a look at mine this weekend now.
    Ants farming aphids on rhubarb is a new one for me. I've had them do it on broad beans but never thought to check the rhubarb. Might have a look at mine this weekend now.
    Ants farming aphids on rhubarb is a new one for me. I've had them do it on broad beans but never thought to check the rhubarb. Might have a look at mine this weekend now.
    Ants farming aphids on rhubarb is a new one for me. I've had them do it on broad beans but never thought to check the rhubarb. Might have a look at mine this weekend now.
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  8. JWK
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    What's Looking Exotic 2026

    I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small...
    I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small division from an old plant that had got too big and heavy to bring in the winter before last.
    I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small division from an old plant that had got too big and...
    I've got a cristata and it is always spring flowering, but I keep it bone dry and fairly cold all winter, it's only just starting to grow now. Usually flowers outside in may. It's a small...
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  9. xxxDawnxxx

    Hydrangea Hero Wanted

    That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather...
    That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather than their horticultural skills. I doubt they know they are repeating nonsense.I would also...
    That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather than their horticultural skills. I doubt they know...
    That's a plant pruned to fit in a box but still remain tall enough to charge a higher price.I think alot of the people who work for these companies are there for customer service skills rather...
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  10. Banana Man
    Like x 7

    Hostas

    That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
    That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
    That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
    That’s a stunner I need one , where did you get from .slug pubs I use .. and going out at night with a torch and freak out the neighbours lol
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  11. flower-garden
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! :yes:Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more...
    Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! :yes:Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more productive than arguing with it! :biggrin:
    Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! :yes:Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more productive than arguing with it! :biggrin:
    Ha! Have just got AI to admit "However, your assessment is correct that there are several notable drawbacks"! :yes:Most satisfying ... though, frankly, I have plenty to do that would be more...
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  12. Logan
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  13. KT53
    Funny x 3

    Great news - Petrol and Diesel prices drop a lot

    And why?Because they can.Does anyone remember in the last fuel scare the BBC sent a reporter out to a garage to make a report on the news programme.His name was Phil Mc cann.
    And why?Because they can.Does anyone remember in the last fuel scare the BBC sent a reporter out to a garage to make a report on the news programme.His name was Phil Mc cann.
    And why?Because they can.Does anyone remember in the last fuel scare the BBC sent a reporter out to a garage to make a report on the news programme.His name was Phil Mc cann.
    And why?Because they can.Does anyone remember in the last fuel scare the BBC sent a reporter out to a garage to make a report on the news programme.His name was Phil Mc cann.
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  14. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    Seed heads of Coltsfoot ...
    Seed heads of Coltsfoot ...
    Seed heads of Coltsfoot ...
    Seed heads of Coltsfoot ...
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  15. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    @Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a...
    @Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a couple of very pretty villages in North Suffolk to have a light lunch in the pub.
    @Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a couple of very pretty villages in North Suffolk to...
    @Penny_Forthem we watched Have I Got News For You last night. I thought Monty did pretty well once he got going. I have never seen him so animated!We drove through some pretty countryside and a...
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  16. LizT
    Friendly x 3

    Never had a garden before!

    Yes! He did all the planting too. A brilliant artiste, is Dave! Very reliable, good conversation, reasonably priced. I do weed and mow and I did design the whole garden ofc, but he did the hard...
    Yes! He did all the planting too. A brilliant artiste, is Dave! Very reliable, good conversation, reasonably priced. I do weed and mow and I did design the whole garden ofc, but he did the hard work. I still can't quite believe I get to look at this every day?! Can you believe the pic on the...
    Yes! He did all the planting too. A brilliant artiste, is Dave! Very reliable, good conversation, reasonably priced. I do weed and mow and I did design the whole garden ofc, but he did the hard work. I still can't quite believe I get to look at...
    Yes! He did all the planting too. A brilliant artiste, is Dave! Very reliable, good conversation, reasonably priced. I do weed and mow and I did design the whole garden ofc, but he did the hard...
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  17. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    If that fails, @CostasK, Crocus has a few options. Not the cheapest supplier but reliable and quick.classid.2000019473
    If that fails, @CostasK, Crocus has a few options. Not the cheapest supplier but reliable and quick.classid.2000019473
    If that fails, @CostasK, Crocus has a few options. Not the cheapest supplier but reliable and quick.classid.2000019473
    If that fails, @CostasK, Crocus has a few options. Not the cheapest supplier but reliable and quick.classid.2000019473
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  18. Pete8

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

    I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage...
    I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage birds and other native wildlife to their gardens by offering food ? I hadn't been aware of this...
    I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage birds and other native wildlife to their gardens by...
    I think to be fair to some "bird feeders", their surroundings could be fairly sterile with little or no natural food available and how often over the years have gardeners been asked to encourage...
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  19. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa...
    Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa 'Moerloosei'Fritillaria imperialis (Crown Imperial)Tulipa hageri - gorgeous little...
    Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa 'Moerloosei'Fritillaria imperialis (Crown...
    Getting a bit frustrated by the lack of interesting subjects in my own garden so I spent some time yesterday in Sheffield Botanical Gardens. All these plants are outside.Chaenomoles speciosa...
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  20. Robodendron

    Technical thread on shelter/exposure

    On the contrary @Robodendron - your degree should allow you to interpret, analyse and compare all the random Google info that we all use. Critical skills!
    On the contrary @Robodendron - your degree should allow you to interpret, analyse and compare all the random Google info that we all use. Critical skills!
    On the contrary @Robodendron - your degree should allow you to interpret, analyse and compare all the random Google info that we all use. Critical skills!
    On the contrary @Robodendron - your degree should allow you to interpret, analyse and compare all the random Google info that we all use. Critical skills!
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