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  1. Shades of Night

    What’s in a name?

    Ohhh that has just sparked my memory, I'd forgotten about that old saying.:blue thumb:
    Ohhh that has just sparked my memory, I'd forgotten about that old saying.:blue thumb:
    Ohhh that has just sparked my memory, I'd forgotten about that old saying.:blue thumb:
    Ohhh that has just sparked my memory, I'd forgotten about that old saying.:blue thumb:
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  2. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Also hare coursing, unscrupulous people make lots of money live streaming on social media. :mad:
    Also hare coursing, unscrupulous people make lots of money live streaming on social media. :mad:
    Also hare coursing, unscrupulous people make lots of money live streaming on social media. :mad:
    Also hare coursing, unscrupulous people make lots of money live streaming on social media. :mad:
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  3. Selleri
    Like x 3

    Plants to grow for fun- the odd, mangled, dangerous or just funny ones

    Mrs Shiney loves kohlrabi raw in her salad. I buy two large ones for her every week and they are quite cheap in the local Indian wholesaler. I do the shopping as Mrs S hates food shopping and I...
    Mrs Shiney loves kohlrabi raw in her salad. I buy two large ones for her every week and they are quite cheap in the local Indian wholesaler. I do the shopping as Mrs S hates food shopping and I enjoy it. She also uses it when she makes a form of coleslaw.
    Mrs Shiney loves kohlrabi raw in her salad. I buy two large ones for her every week and they are quite cheap in the local Indian wholesaler. I do the shopping as Mrs S hates food shopping and I enjoy it. She also uses it when she makes a form...
    Mrs Shiney loves kohlrabi raw in her salad. I buy two large ones for her every week and they are quite cheap in the local Indian wholesaler. I do the shopping as Mrs S hates food shopping and I...
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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We had sun this afternoon to 21c but a terribly nasty wind which will be from the full north later and even gustier quite horrid actually so we will stay in by the fire, a half hour fresh air...
    We had sun this afternoon to 21c but a terribly nasty wind which will be from the full north later and even gustier quite horrid actually so we will stay in by the fire, a half hour fresh air earlier was sufficient thank you!
    We had sun this afternoon to 21c but a terribly nasty wind which will be from the full north later and even gustier quite horrid actually so we will stay in by the fire, a half hour fresh air earlier was sufficient thank you!
    We had sun this afternoon to 21c but a terribly nasty wind which will be from the full north later and even gustier quite horrid actually so we will stay in by the fire, a half hour fresh air...
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  7. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good April 2026

    The Narcissus family in our garden are going over since the hot days early this week but I managed to catch a few.We only put these miniatures in recently when the tree came down...
    The Narcissus family in our garden are going over since the hot days early this week but I managed to catch a few.We only put these miniatures in recently when the tree came down that supported our giant Clematis montanaErythronium pagoda (I think)Kerria is starting to flower
    The Narcissus family in our garden are going over since the hot days early this week but I managed to catch a few.We only put these miniatures in recently when the tree came down that supported our giant Clematis...
    The Narcissus family in our garden are going over since the hot days early this week but I managed to catch a few.We only put these miniatures in recently when the tree came down...
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  8. 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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  9. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    Thanks @Plantminded I will definitely do that.
    Thanks @Plantminded I will definitely do that.
    Thanks @Plantminded I will definitely do that.
    Thanks @Plantminded I will definitely do that.
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  10. 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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  11. 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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  12. 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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  13. flower-garden
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    A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

    I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
    I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
    I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
    I saw that on the News on TV. They look so realistic. I suppose a lot of us here do gardening for the same reason.
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  14. 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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  15. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Poppy as the run of the back gardens now loves being outside .
    Poppy as the run of the back gardens now loves being outside .
    Poppy as the run of the back gardens now loves being outside .
    Poppy as the run of the back gardens now loves being outside .
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  16. 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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  17. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Well done with the petunias @GreenFingeredPete - if I remember, their seeds are tiny
    Well done with the petunias @GreenFingeredPete - if I remember, their seeds are tiny
    Well done with the petunias @GreenFingeredPete - if I remember, their seeds are tiny
    Well done with the petunias @GreenFingeredPete - if I remember, their seeds are tiny
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  18. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I started digging out a section of last year's leaf mould as it's next to my potting table which I wanted to move slightly forward. Easier than I thought thankfully. I was able to lever up the...
    I started digging out a section of last year's leaf mould as it's next to my potting table which I wanted to move slightly forward. Easier than I thought thankfully. I was able to lever up the steel fencing pins I use to support the chicken wire on 4 sides and then reuse them for the reduced...
    I started digging out a section of last year's leaf mould as it's next to my potting table which I wanted to move slightly forward. Easier than I thought thankfully. I was able to lever up the steel fencing pins I use to support the chicken wire...
    I started digging out a section of last year's leaf mould as it's next to my potting table which I wanted to move slightly forward. Easier than I thought thankfully. I was able to lever up the...
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  19. 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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  20. JWK
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