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  1. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    It’s 12 degrees this morning! Clear skies and a sunny day expected. I notice the heavy rain on Saturday has been down-graded to light.
    It’s 12 degrees this morning! Clear skies and a sunny day expected. I notice the heavy rain on Saturday has been down-graded to light.
    It’s 12 degrees this morning! Clear skies and a sunny day expected. I notice the heavy rain on Saturday has been down-graded to light.
    It’s 12 degrees this morning! Clear skies and a sunny day expected. I notice the heavy rain on Saturday has been down-graded to light.
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 286 287 288
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    AuntyRach
    Jul 3, 2025 at 5:54 AM
  2. BB3

    There's a drought/ hosepipe ban in the offing

    I've no idea where our sewage goes after the tanker has taken it away. Never even thought about it :noidea:Our promised rain also disappears off the screen the closer we get to it supposing to happen.
    I've no idea where our sewage goes after the tanker has taken it away. Never even thought about it :noidea:Our promised rain also disappears off the screen the closer we get to it supposing to happen.
    I've no idea where our sewage goes after the tanker has taken it away. Never even thought about it :noidea:Our promised rain also disappears off the screen the closer we get to it supposing to happen.
    I've no idea where our sewage goes after the tanker has taken it away. Never even thought about it :noidea:Our promised rain also disappears off the screen the closer we get to it supposing to happen.
    BB3, Jun 28, 2025 at 7:28 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    shiney
    Jul 3, 2025 at 5:30 AM
  3. NoviceGardener2023

    Advice on managing Rose bush/plant

    Good morning @NoviceGardener2023 and also on this forum follow this link;)
    Good morning @NoviceGardener2023 and also on this forum follow this link;)
    Good morning @NoviceGardener2023 and also on this forum follow this link;)
    Good morning @NoviceGardener2023 and also on this forum follow this link;)
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    NoviceGardener2023, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:18 PM, Roses
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    wiseowl
    Jul 3, 2025 at 4:59 AM
  4. Purple Streaks
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    Lady birds and aphids

    I watched once a documentary about the heat in 1976 and one thing was that there was a huge amount of ladybirds. Obviously, ladybirds like it hot and dry. BBC - Could the ladybird plague of 1976...
    I watched once a documentary about the heat in 1976 and one thing was that there was a huge amount of ladybirds. Obviously, ladybirds like it hot and dry. BBC - Could the ladybird plague of 1976 happen again?
    I watched once a documentary about the heat in 1976 and one thing was that there was a huge amount of ladybirds. Obviously, ladybirds like it hot and dry. BBC - Could the ladybird plague of 1976 happen again?
    I watched once a documentary about the heat in 1976 and one thing was that there was a huge amount of ladybirds. Obviously, ladybirds like it hot and dry. BBC - Could the ladybird plague of 1976...
    Purple Streaks, Jun 24, 2025, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Jul 3, 2025 at 2:32 AM
  5. Obelix-Vendée

    Nicotiana glauca

    There is a very small article about these plants on page 70, top left hand corner, of July 2025 edition of Gardeners World magazine.
    There is a very small article about these plants on page 70, top left hand corner, of July 2025 edition of Gardeners World magazine.
    There is a very small article about these plants on page 70, top left hand corner, of July 2025 edition of Gardeners World magazine.
    There is a very small article about these plants on page 70, top left hand corner, of July 2025 edition of Gardeners World magazine.
    Obelix-Vendée, Jul 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM, Wildlife Corner
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    waterbut
    Jul 3, 2025 at 12:10 AM
  6. BB3

    I should feel guilty but I don't.

    I get a lot of giant house spiders. often see them running about at 2 am in late summer. theyre about 1 inch right now but get to 4 inches eventually. i think theyre cute. theyre almost blind so...
    I get a lot of giant house spiders. often see them running about at 2 am in late summer. theyre about 1 inch right now but get to 4 inches eventually. i think theyre cute. theyre almost blind so they arent aware of us really. no clue what they eat, the moths eating our crumbs probably.
    I get a lot of giant house spiders. often see them running about at 2 am in late summer. theyre about 1 inch right now but get to 4 inches eventually. i think theyre cute. theyre almost blind so they arent aware of us really. no clue what they...
    I get a lot of giant house spiders. often see them running about at 2 am in late summer. theyre about 1 inch right now but get to 4 inches eventually. i think theyre cute. theyre almost blind so...
    BB3, Jul 1, 2025 at 8:01 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    Adam I
    Jul 3, 2025 at 12:05 AM
  7. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    I sat outside and re-potted some house plants. It's surprising how long it takes, especially when toing and froing to the microwave to 'cook' the soil before use and then waiting for it to cool. :)
    I sat outside and re-potted some house plants. It's surprising how long it takes, especially when toing and froing to the microwave to 'cook' the soil before use and then waiting for it to cool. :)
    I sat outside and re-potted some house plants. It's surprising how long it takes, especially when toing and froing to the microwave to 'cook' the soil before use and then waiting for it to cool. :)
    I sat outside and re-potted some house plants. It's surprising how long it takes, especially when toing and froing to the microwave to 'cook' the soil before use and then waiting for it to cool. :)
    Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 140 141 142
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    Sheal
    Jul 2, 2025 at 11:26 PM
  8. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2025

    You're right @Alisa I can't see it anywhere on the bag either in the pictures. I'll check it again tomorrow. I bought it at a local garden centre and it was advertised as containing peat. The...
    You're right @Alisa I can't see it anywhere on the bag either in the pictures. I'll check it again tomorrow. I bought it at a local garden centre and it was advertised as containing peat. The staff member I spoke too confirmed by saying it's the only one they have that does and agreed with me...
    You're right @Alisa I can't see it anywhere on the bag either in the pictures. I'll check it again tomorrow. I bought it at a local garden centre and it was advertised as containing peat. The staff member I spoke too confirmed by saying it's the...
    You're right @Alisa I can't see it anywhere on the bag either in the pictures. I'll check it again tomorrow. I bought it at a local garden centre and it was advertised as containing peat. The...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling ... 7 8 9
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    Sheal
    Jul 2, 2025 at 11:18 PM
  9. Brian_Murphy

    New house Garden

    Hi all, I bought a new house with a large garden, I cut and raked the grass to get ready for my robo lawn mower for a nice green lawn. but what is this in the picture and how do I get rid off...
    Hi all, I bought a new house with a large garden, I cut and raked the grass to get ready for my robo lawn mower for a nice green lawn. but what is this in the picture and how do I get rid off them? They are all over the lawn.
    Hi all, I bought a new house with a large garden, I cut and raked the grass to get ready for my robo lawn mower for a nice green lawn. but what is this in the picture and how do I get rid off them? They are all over the lawn.
    Hi all, I bought a new house with a large garden, I cut and raked the grass to get ready for my robo lawn mower for a nice green lawn. but what is this in the picture and how do I get rid off...
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    Brian_Murphy, Jul 2, 2025 at 11:16 PM, Gardening Discussions
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    Brian_Murphy
    Jul 2, 2025 at 11:16 PM
  10. Baalmaiden

    Slugs - This may be of help

    Living in France you shouldn't have any problem. Get a trebuchet. :thumbsup:
    Living in France you shouldn't have any problem. Get a trebuchet. :thumbsup:
    Living in France you shouldn't have any problem. Get a trebuchet. :thumbsup:
    Living in France you shouldn't have any problem. Get a trebuchet. :thumbsup:
    Baalmaiden, Jul 1, 2025 at 1:58 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    shiney
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:59 PM
  11. JeffL

    Hello

    Welcome to the forum @JeffLI've used a resin bonding solution in this kind of situation. This is a similar product to what I used, there are a few on the market and the one I used was simply...
    Welcome to the forum @JeffLI've used a resin bonding solution in this kind of situation. This is a similar product to what I used, there are a few on the market and the one I used was simply mixed in a watering can and sprinkled on. It essentially glues the gravel together leaving gaps for...
    Welcome to the forum @JeffLI've used a resin bonding solution in this kind of situation. This is a similar product to what I used, there are a few on the market and the one I used was simply mixed in a watering can and sprinkled on. It...
    Welcome to the forum @JeffLI've used a resin bonding solution in this kind of situation. This is a similar product to what I used, there are a few on the market and the one I used was simply...
    JeffL, Jul 2, 2025 at 3:21 PM, New Members Introduction
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    JWK
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM
  12. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2025

    I think my red onions have pretty much given up now, the tops are falling over and the bulbs are big enough for my purposes, meanwhile the seed grown Zebrune are still growing and I think they are...
    I think my red onions have pretty much given up now, the tops are falling over and the bulbs are big enough for my purposes, meanwhile the seed grown Zebrune are still growing and I think they are going to be pretty big for shallots.The corn is flowering now but I sowed in stages so some is...
    I think my red onions have pretty much given up now, the tops are falling over and the bulbs are big enough for my purposes, meanwhile the seed grown Zebrune are still growing and I think they are going to be pretty big for shallots.The corn is...
    I think my red onions have pretty much given up now, the tops are falling over and the bulbs are big enough for my purposes, meanwhile the seed grown Zebrune are still growing and I think they are...
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    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 19 20 21
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    pete
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:42 PM
  13. JWK
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    A Joke Or Two 2025

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    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 51 52 53
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    Logan
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:25 PM
  14. AnniD

    Is this fasciation ?

    Just a thought, I know its a different species but daisies are daisies to me.
    Just a thought, I know its a different species but daisies are daisies to me.
    Just a thought, I know its a different species but daisies are daisies to me.
    Just a thought, I know its a different species but daisies are daisies to me.
    AnniD, Jul 2, 2025 at 1:26 PM, Identification Area
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    pete
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:14 PM
  15. JWK
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    Tomato Growing 2025

    Some of my green ones.... Big pride of Siberia, azoychka and some outside nagina and merrygold
    Some of my green ones.... Big pride of Siberia, azoychka and some outside nagina and merrygold
    Some of my green ones.... Big pride of Siberia, azoychka and some outside nagina and merrygold
    Some of my green ones.... Big pride of Siberia, azoychka and some outside nagina and merrygold
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    JWK, Dec 31, 2024, Edible Gardening ... 25 26 27
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    Hanglow
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:13 PM
  16. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    A facecloth or similar rinsed in hot water (as hot as possible) will give relief to the bites. Rinse again as the cloth cools and re-apply.
    A facecloth or similar rinsed in hot water (as hot as possible) will give relief to the bites. Rinse again as the cloth cools and re-apply.
    A facecloth or similar rinsed in hot water (as hot as possible) will give relief to the bites. Rinse again as the cloth cools and re-apply.
    A facecloth or similar rinsed in hot water (as hot as possible) will give relief to the bites. Rinse again as the cloth cools and re-apply.
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 208 209 210
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    Sheal
    Jul 2, 2025 at 10:07 PM
  17. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    Unless you know her pretty well personally I don't think these are more than assumptions, the fact that she was observed showing distress would indicate your assumptions to be wrong. As you are...
    Unless you know her pretty well personally I don't think these are more than assumptions, the fact that she was observed showing distress would indicate your assumptions to be wrong. As you are currently living France then her policies will have little or no effect on you.As for these while...
    Unless you know her pretty well personally I don't think these are more than assumptions, the fact that she was observed showing distress would indicate your assumptions to be wrong. As you are currently living France then her policies will have...
    Unless you know her pretty well personally I don't think these are more than assumptions, the fact that she was observed showing distress would indicate your assumptions to be wrong. As you are...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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    NigelJ
    Jul 2, 2025 at 9:50 PM
  18. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?

    Looking at your encased feeders @fairygirl I think I'll have to take a similar road with mine. Jackdaws have become a menace this summer and it's surprising how adept they are at clinging on to...
    Looking at your encased feeders @fairygirl I think I'll have to take a similar road with mine. Jackdaws have become a menace this summer and it's surprising how adept they are at clinging on to empty the feeders. Wood pigeons have also become a nuisance so the other birds have gone without for...
    Looking at your encased feeders @fairygirl I think I'll have to take a similar road with mine. Jackdaws have become a menace this summer and it's surprising how adept they are at clinging on to empty the feeders. Wood pigeons have also become a...
    Looking at your encased feeders @fairygirl I think I'll have to take a similar road with mine. Jackdaws have become a menace this summer and it's surprising how adept they are at clinging on to...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 22 23 24
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    Sheal
    Jul 2, 2025 at 9:40 PM
  19. wiseowl
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    Whats Looking Good June 2025

    Maybe “What are we doing in the garden 2025” should be a monthly thread then for the same reason? :noidea:
    Maybe “What are we doing in the garden 2025” should be a monthly thread then for the same reason? :noidea:
    Maybe “What are we doing in the garden 2025” should be a monthly thread then for the same reason? :noidea:
    Maybe “What are we doing in the garden 2025” should be a monthly thread then for the same reason? :noidea:
    wiseowl, Jun 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 17 18 19
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    Plantminded
    Jul 2, 2025 at 9:17 PM
  20. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    It’s a bit cooler this evening, so the duvet is back on for tonight. No centre court late night tennis on so I’ll catch up on a few gardening progs instead.You’ve all sound busy. I hope everyone...
    It’s a bit cooler this evening, so the duvet is back on for tonight. No centre court late night tennis on so I’ll catch up on a few gardening progs instead.You’ve all sound busy. I hope everyone is ok.I hope tomorrow goes ok
    It’s a bit cooler this evening, so the duvet is back on for tonight. No centre court late night tennis on so I’ll catch up on a few gardening progs instead.You’ve all sound busy. I hope everyone is ok.I hope tomorrow goes ok
    It’s a bit cooler this evening, so the duvet is back on for tonight. No centre court late night tennis on so I’ll catch up on a few gardening progs instead.You’ve all sound busy. I hope everyone...
    wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 229 230 231
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    AuntyRach
    Jul 2, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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