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Show us your gardening purchases 2025
Some things don't change @pete
Some things don't change @pete
Some things don't change @pete
Some things don't change @pete
Loofah, Jan 8, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 50 51 52
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NigelJ
Dec 16, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Recommend a small-ish evergreen shrub that is nice to sit with
Choisya ‘White Dazzler’ or ‘Scented Gem’ (photo of ‘Scented Gem’ in spring attached)Both have fine, dark evergreen foliage and are covered in flowers for most of the year for me (clay soil)....
Choisya ‘White Dazzler’ or ‘Scented Gem’ (photo of ‘Scented Gem’ in spring attached)Both have fine, dark evergreen foliage and are covered in flowers for most of the year for me (clay soil). Every time you brush past the foliage it releases an amazing orange-y scent.Escallonia is nice but...
Choisya ‘White Dazzler’ or ‘Scented Gem’ (photo of ‘Scented Gem’ in spring attached)Both have fine, dark evergreen foliage and are covered in flowers for most of the year for me (clay soil). Every time you brush past the foliage it releases an...
Choisya ‘White Dazzler’ or ‘Scented Gem’ (photo of ‘Scented Gem’ in spring attached)Both have fine, dark evergreen foliage and are covered in flowers for most of the year for me (clay soil)....

Selleri, Dec 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Athelas
Dec 16, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
It is interesting how charities continually target those who don't have the most to spare. Why aren't they hassling David Beckham or Gary Lineker for donations? Or the Royal family, of course. ...
It is interesting how charities continually target those who don't have the most to spare. Why aren't they hassling David Beckham or Gary Lineker for donations? Or the Royal family, of course. I bet Charles has never had a chugger rattling a tin under his nose.
It is interesting how charities continually target those who don't have the most to spare. Why aren't they hassling David Beckham or Gary Lineker for donations? Or the Royal family, of course. I bet Charles has never had a chugger rattling a...
It is interesting how charities continually target those who don't have the most to spare. Why aren't they hassling David Beckham or Gary Lineker for donations? Or the Royal family, of course. ...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 403 404 405
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ViewAhead
Dec 17, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Whaaattt?
Last week one AI insisted there was no such thing as the latest iphone model. It had never existed and I must be mistaken. Hmmm, Apple must be wondering why their sales of the air are below...
Last week one AI insisted there was no such thing as the latest iphone model. It had never existed and I must be mistaken. Hmmm, Apple must be wondering why their sales of the air are below forecasts!
Last week one AI insisted there was no such thing as the latest iphone model. It had never existed and I must be mistaken. Hmmm, Apple must be wondering why their sales of the air are below forecasts!
Last week one AI insisted there was no such thing as the latest iphone model. It had never existed and I must be mistaken. Hmmm, Apple must be wondering why their sales of the air are below...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 278 279 280
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ViewAhead
Dec 17, 2025 at 6:35 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 106 107 108
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Ladybird4
Dec 17, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Hi,I'm experiencing lots of problems navigating the forum; it took at least five attempts to "Post Reply" on my last post a few minutes ago; now I'm unable to add a rating without umpteen clicks...
Hi,I'm experiencing lots of problems navigating the forum; it took at least five attempts to "Post Reply" on my last post a few minutes ago; now I'm unable to add a rating without umpteen clicks and editing my last post I gave up; I've never had this problem before; it could be my computer at...
Hi,I'm experiencing lots of problems navigating the forum; it took at least five attempts to "Post Reply" on my last post a few minutes ago; now I'm unable to add a rating without umpteen clicks and editing my last post I gave up; I've never...
Hi,I'm experiencing lots of problems navigating the forum; it took at least five attempts to "Post Reply" on my last post a few minutes ago; now I'm unable to add a rating without umpteen clicks...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 528 529 530
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Retired
Dec 17, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Good morning to you all!Dismal, but the radio tells me that there is sun on the horizon - just for today!! Yayyy.Red lace dress @Obelix-Vendée Sounds hot. How about a photo? I am sure you...
Good morning to you all!Dismal, but the radio tells me that there is sun on the horizon - just for today!! Yayyy.Red lace dress @Obelix-Vendée Sounds hot. How about a photo? I am sure you enjoyed the dance, but we love to hear the newsy bits. Won't it be difficult @Liriodendron for...
Good morning to you all!Dismal, but the radio tells me that there is sun on the horizon - just for today!! Yayyy.Red lace dress @Obelix-Vendée Sounds hot. How about a photo? I am sure you enjoyed the dance, but we love to hear the newsy...
Good morning to you all!Dismal, but the radio tells me that there is sun on the horizon - just for today!! Yayyy.Red lace dress @Obelix-Vendée Sounds hot. How about a photo? I am sure you...

wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 398 399 400
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Tui34
Dec 17, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Goodness, @shiney, that's a big extra expense ... especially unwelcome at this time of yr. Still ... should all be ready for you in time for the spring rush.
Goodness, @shiney, that's a big extra expense ... especially unwelcome at this time of yr. Still ... should all be ready for you in time for the spring rush.
Goodness, @shiney, that's a big extra expense ... especially unwelcome at this time of yr. Still ... should all be ready for you in time for the spring rush.
Goodness, @shiney, that's a big extra expense ... especially unwelcome at this time of yr. Still ... should all be ready for you in time for the spring rush.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 7 8 9
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ViewAhead
Dec 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Lovely Meconopsis but have never succeeded growing them here. They do not take well in our clay soil and very dry conditions. We've now almost cleared the tons (almost literally) of leaves with...
Lovely Meconopsis but have never succeeded growing them here. They do not take well in our clay soil and very dry conditions. We've now almost cleared the tons (almost literally) of leaves with mainly just the willows and hazels to finish dropping. Then it will be clearing the willow leaves...
Lovely Meconopsis but have never succeeded growing them here. They do not take well in our clay soil and very dry conditions. We've now almost cleared the tons (almost literally) of leaves with mainly just the willows and hazels to finish...
Lovely Meconopsis but have never succeeded growing them here. They do not take well in our clay soil and very dry conditions. We've now almost cleared the tons (almost literally) of leaves with...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 266 267 268
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shiney
Dec 17, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Latest hobby.
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well lit; the problem is timing; I need to turn the...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear is in the studio where it's cosy; warm and well...
Hi,I bought one of these Yamaha mini keyboards for my wife Bron and still have it although Bron sadly passed away. I've not played my violins much lately because of the dire weather; all my gear...

Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3
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Retired
Dec 16, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Spring Bulbs coming up early
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
Don't believe it about the mice. We used to find just bundles of leaves where the mice had eaten the crocus corm underneath.
ben01, Nov 9, 2011, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Palustris
Dec 16, 2025 at 8:13 AM
Is it worth or even beneficial to tidy up the garden?
I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
I have a smallish town garden, it wouldn't take much to get it looking tidy. But I'm trying to teach myself not to faff so much and leave things alone.
BB3, Dec 10, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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LittleSparrah
Dec 16, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou @strongylodon
New to me Magpie Inkcap says it all where we live there are lots of Magpies nearly every day there’s one or two flying . As for Earthstar very unusual and learnt something new , Thankyou...
Marley Farley, Jan 3, 2019, Herbs and Wildflowers ... 33 34 35
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Valleysgirl
Dec 16, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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Currently Listening To 2025
If you like the Shipping Forecast on Radio Four, tune in to this morning’s version in the style of Jane Austen. 7.26 to 7.28, the time.
If you like the Shipping Forecast on Radio Four, tune in to this morning’s version in the style of Jane Austen. 7.26 to 7.28, the time.
If you like the Shipping Forecast on Radio Four, tune in to this morning’s version in the style of Jane Austen. 7.26 to 7.28, the time.
If you like the Shipping Forecast on Radio Four, tune in to this morning’s version in the style of Jane Austen. 7.26 to 7.28, the time.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 4 5 6
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Tidemark
Dec 17, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Strictly Come Dancing 2025
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or joy.Very pleased with George and Karen and sorry...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't think she's feeling it so it's clinical, not art or...
Not pleased that Craig is so fulsome in his praise of Amber. Surely he can see she has no dance soul and is dancing by numbers. Yes she moves well and is light on her feet but I still don't...
AnniD, Aug 11, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 7 8 9
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Obelix-Vendée
Dec 15, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Pruning a young apple tree
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Sounds OK. Do you have a photo which would help.
Rockhopper69, Dec 11, 2025 at 10:25 PM, Trees ... 2
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waterbut
Dec 15, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Is there anything I can do now?
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a bit more cold tolerant than that, but still it's...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is surviving. Based on a quick look, yours should be a...
I am not sure regarding greenhouse / conservatory (and the shed sounds like a definite no). I have a Kentia Palm in the corner next to the conservatory door (but within the main house) and it is...
MrHappyDays, Dec 14, 2025 at 8:50 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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CostasK
Dec 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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Onion growing 2026
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
Sown Kelsae, giant onions, yesterday in a pot in the boiler room.Once germinated they will go under lights in a cooler unheated room.
burnie, Dec 12, 2025 at 4:34 PM, Edible Gardening
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JWK
Dec 15, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Which branches should I chop off ?
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
Agree, but here it is a gooseberry being pruned.
hi2u_uk, Dec 14, 2025 at 3:59 PM, Edible Gardening
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NigelJ
Dec 15, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Recommendations for lights to wrap around an outdoor plant
Thanks i will think about this
Thanks i will think about this
Thanks i will think about this
Thanks i will think about this
hi2u_uk, Dec 12, 2025 at 7:44 PM, Garden Projects and DIY ... 2
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581
hi2u_uk
Dec 16, 2025 at 11:22 PM

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