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  1. wiseowl
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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...
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  2. wiseowl
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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...
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  3. Loofah
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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...
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  4. Tidemark

    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.
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  5. Cornsquashandy

    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...
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  6. JWK
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  7. wiseowl
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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...
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  8. Dorset-Tim

    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...
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  9. wiseowl
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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.
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  10. JWK
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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. :)
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  11. hi2u_uk

    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.
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  12. AnniD

    Strictly Come Dancing 2025

    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
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  13. ArmyAirForce

    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since modified the fox file as we were struggling to...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
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  14. Michael Hewett
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    Slow pages

    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a reply! No problem with any other site. The same...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
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  15. Cornsquashandy

    Squash/gourd id help please!

    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully received! Thank you
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully...
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
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  16. JWK
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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.
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  17. shiney
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    DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025

    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
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  18. wiseowl
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    SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
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  19. Spruce
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    2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year

    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
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  20. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
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