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Squash/gourd id help please!
The question I have is when is a squash an ornamental? I ask because turks turban is often called an ornamental but many people eat those. I had a quick look and it says gourds aren't edible but...
The question I have is when is a squash an ornamental? I ask because turks turban is often called an ornamental but many people eat those. I had a quick look and it says gourds aren't edible but what determines a gourd from a edible squash? Lots of the little gourds I see online are from squash...
The question I have is when is a squash an ornamental? I ask because turks turban is often called an ornamental but many people eat those. I had a quick look and it says gourds aren't edible but what determines a gourd from a edible squash? Lots...
The question I have is when is a squash an ornamental? I ask because turks turban is often called an ornamental but many people eat those. I had a quick look and it says gourds aren't edible but...
Cornsquashandy, Dec 21, 2025 at 10:21 AM, Identification Area
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Thevictorian
Dec 22, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
More rain overnight - rain gauge is up to nearly the 1cm mark since being installed on Friday. Blue sky and sunshine now and no rain in the forecast for the next week.I have filled up two...
More rain overnight - rain gauge is up to nearly the 1cm mark since being installed on Friday. Blue sky and sunshine now and no rain in the forecast for the next week.I have filled up two dustbins with collected rainwater at the top of the garden, and I'll take advantage of the dry spell to...
More rain overnight - rain gauge is up to nearly the 1cm mark since being installed on Friday. Blue sky and sunshine now and no rain in the forecast for the next week.I have filled up two dustbins with collected rainwater at the top of the...
More rain overnight - rain gauge is up to nearly the 1cm mark since being installed on Friday. Blue sky and sunshine now and no rain in the forecast for the next week.I have filled up two...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 535 536 537
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Escarpment
Dec 22, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Latest hobby.
Patterns are usually provided in a layered format - you switch off all the layers except the size you want. Then, when you print (or project) it, there is a test square e.g. 5cm by 5cm. So you...
Patterns are usually provided in a layered format - you switch off all the layers except the size you want. Then, when you print (or project) it, there is a test square e.g. 5cm by 5cm. So you check the size of that on your printed or projected output, and if it matches you're good to go.I...
Patterns are usually provided in a layered format - you switch off all the layers except the size you want. Then, when you print (or project) it, there is a test square e.g. 5cm by 5cm. So you check the size of that on your printed or projected...
Patterns are usually provided in a layered format - you switch off all the layers except the size you want. Then, when you print (or project) it, there is a test square e.g. 5cm by 5cm. So you...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 2 3 4
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Escarpment
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2025

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 108 109 110
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Songbird
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
So ...clamour to clamp down on anti-semitism. Good call. Simultaneously, Israel announces 19 new illegal settlements in the West Bank, a violation of international law.Respect for life and...
So ...clamour to clamp down on anti-semitism. Good call. Simultaneously, Israel announces 19 new illegal settlements in the West Bank, a violation of international law.Respect for life and freedom works both ways.
So ...clamour to clamp down on anti-semitism. Good call. Simultaneously, Israel announces 19 new illegal settlements in the West Bank, a violation of international law.Respect for life and freedom works both ways.
So ...clamour to clamp down on anti-semitism. Good call. Simultaneously, Israel announces 19 new illegal settlements in the West Bank, a violation of international law.Respect for life and...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 409 410 411
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ViewAhead
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM
New Tree for the Garden
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it. My decision-making process involves changing my...
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on the sorbus and I think I will take my time with it....
Thanks again @hailbopp That looks wonderful! A very nice combination of colours and textures. Of course that makes sense regarding pruning, especially with a large garden.I haven't decided on...
Dorset-Tim, Dec 20, 2025 at 4:04 PM, Trees ... 2 3
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CostasK
Dec 22, 2025 at 10:23 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of a fight but we got there. They went back into the...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a tap root right into the paving, so it was a bit of...
I was at my step daughters yesterday. We've been using one of the newly qualified apprentices from Capel, to help get her garden in better control. We re-potted 2 Acers, one of them had grown a...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 268 269 270
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Allotment Boy
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Rose Gauntlet
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.
I bought these in 2013 to deal with my many climbing/rambling/shrub roses and brambles.I use them frequently and they're still completely thorn-proof- They're quite thin so easy to work with too.

Meomye, Dec 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Pete8
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Morning from a rather cloudy Wales. I have 1 sub on the Tesco order, but it's for eggs. Well, eggs is eggs, so that's OK, as long as they're 'free range'. I prefer 'proper' free range, but with...
Morning from a rather cloudy Wales. I have 1 sub on the Tesco order, but it's for eggs. Well, eggs is eggs, so that's OK, as long as they're 'free range'. I prefer 'proper' free range, but with avian flu, they're as rare as, well, hen's teeth! I'm hoping OH will feel able to put some outside...
Morning from a rather cloudy Wales. I have 1 sub on the Tesco order, but it's for eggs. Well, eggs is eggs, so that's OK, as long as they're 'free range'. I prefer 'proper' free range, but with avian flu, they're as rare as, well, hen's...
Morning from a rather cloudy Wales. I have 1 sub on the Tesco order, but it's for eggs. Well, eggs is eggs, so that's OK, as long as they're 'free range'. I prefer 'proper' free range, but with...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 403 404 405
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Whaaattt?
I want to know who thought that pigs in blankets flavour coated peanuts was a good idea.
I want to know who thought that pigs in blankets flavour coated peanuts was a good idea.
I want to know who thought that pigs in blankets flavour coated peanuts was a good idea.
I want to know who thought that pigs in blankets flavour coated peanuts was a good idea.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 287 288 289
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NigelJ
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain on me on the walk home.Even the relentless...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow onslaught. No queue at the tills. And it did not rain...
Back from Sainsbury's. Got everything on my list. Fruit and veg aisles were deserted, so I must have just missed the early bird rush and been a whisker ahead of the mums-with-kids-in-tow...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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ViewAhead
Dec 22, 2025 at 9:11 AM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 21 22 23
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Logan
Dec 22, 2025 at 5:03 AM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
How lovely. I get a flock visiting several times a day but it's generally about 6 - 8 individuals.
How lovely. I get a flock visiting several times a day but it's generally about 6 - 8 individuals.
How lovely. I get a flock visiting several times a day but it's generally about 6 - 8 individuals.
How lovely. I get a flock visiting several times a day but it's generally about 6 - 8 individuals.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 48 49 50
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Escarpment
Dec 21, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
Haven't heard that one @Escarpment but I like it. Might try that one out on grandson.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Songbird
Dec 21, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Christmas Decorations 2025
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath
My first wreath

Victoria, Dec 7, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Penny_Forthem
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Another Hello from Dorset!
Allex50, Dec 2, 2025, New Members Introduction
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Flumpy
Dec 21, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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Gardens and Pretty Places we have visited
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe megapotamica.
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii, Cornus, Acacia baileyana and Callianthe...
My final visit for the year to Ness Botanic Gardens, Wirral, today. Some nice surprises!Including Camellia, Holly, buds on Aucuparia, Hellebore, Daphne Bholua Spring Beauty, Lonicera standishii,...

Busy-Lizzie, May 6, 2024, Garden Visits ... 12 13 14
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Plantminded
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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What's Cooking Today??
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I am glad when it's cooked.
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I am a fuss pot and don't like handling poultry. I...
I shall leave it for a few days. I also worry about the bag it came in - is it clean on the outside? I can cover the whole turkey and tin with foil to stop other items touching in the mean time.I...
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 81 82 83
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cactus_girl
Dec 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
@Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
@Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
@Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
@Thevictorian that's good that she's feeling a bit better.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 18 19 20
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Logan
Dec 21, 2025 at 12:47 PM
is my plant about to flower ?
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025 at 10:50 AM, Container Gardening
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waterbut
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