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  1. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Lightish cloud cover and a lazy wind, 7c so not cold , jenny namaste
    Lightish cloud cover and a lazy wind, 7c so not cold , jenny namaste
    Lightish cloud cover and a lazy wind, 7c so not cold , jenny namaste
    Lightish cloud cover and a lazy wind, 7c so not cold , jenny namaste
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  2. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?

    We just had our usual birds of all sorts singing, flying around and eating from, or under, our feeders. Lots of different tits, sparrows, robins (always around and talking to me), starlings...
    We just had our usual birds of all sorts singing, flying around and eating from, or under, our feeders. Lots of different tits, sparrows, robins (always around and talking to me), starlings (nowhere near as many as we used to get), magpies, blackbirds, wood and feral pigeons, collared doves,...
    We just had our usual birds of all sorts singing, flying around and eating from, or under, our feeders. Lots of different tits, sparrows, robins (always around and talking to me), starlings (nowhere near as many as we used to get), magpies,...
    We just had our usual birds of all sorts singing, flying around and eating from, or under, our feeders. Lots of different tits, sparrows, robins (always around and talking to me), starlings...
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  3. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
    When is a tulip not tulipy @Selleri ? :biggrin: Hard frost yesterday, but managed to clear a lot of bitter cress which seems able to grow no matter what the conditions.
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  4. pete
    Funny x 5

    Electric cars.

    How much are people paying for solar panels?
    How much are people paying for solar panels?
    How much are people paying for solar panels?
    How much are people paying for solar panels?
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  5. CanadianLori

    Chillies 2026

    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is...
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is waiting in buckets to be used again
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is waiting in buckets to be used again
    Don't think it was sharp sand but can't remember as it is at least 40 years old. The sand and gravel mix has the heating cable running through it to retain the heat in the propagator. It is...
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  6. Selleri

    Recommend a climbing Rose please!

    Have a look at Cecile Brunner, which has tiny exquisite buds and clusters of small pink flowers and The Albrighton Rambler with lots of very double small pale pink flowers. They both repeat flower...
    Have a look at Cecile Brunner, which has tiny exquisite buds and clusters of small pink flowers and The Albrighton Rambler with lots of very double small pale pink flowers. They both repeat flower and are charmingly cottagy and old fashioned looking. They are both vigorous and will cover a wall.
    Have a look at Cecile Brunner, which has tiny exquisite buds and clusters of small pink flowers and The Albrighton Rambler with lots of very double small pale pink flowers. They both repeat flower and are charmingly cottagy and old fashioned...
    Have a look at Cecile Brunner, which has tiny exquisite buds and clusters of small pink flowers and The Albrighton Rambler with lots of very double small pale pink flowers. They both repeat flower...
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  7. hailbopp

    Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned

    Just imagining it in your garden :yahoo:
    Just imagining it in your garden :yahoo:
    Just imagining it in your garden :yahoo:
    Just imagining it in your garden :yahoo:
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  8. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2025

    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast should always come with a dessert (ice cream is perfect at 6.30 am), and run wild around the foreign...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast should always come with a dessert (ice cream is...
    My brother allows me a free hand in Horroraunting, but his wife is a bit more sensible and tries to control us a bit.So what if my niece and I are both early risers and agree that a breakfast...
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  9. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Songs of praise on the BBC If you think Aled Jones is singing live, he isn't.
    Songs of praise on the BBC If you think Aled Jones is singing live, he isn't.
    Songs of praise on the BBC If you think Aled Jones is singing live, he isn't.
    Songs of praise on the BBC If you think Aled Jones is singing live, he isn't.
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  10. Adam I

    Slow release fertiliser and microplastics

    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in the digestive systems of cattle let alone in the...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using PAS100, those microplastics don't even break down in...
    Agree, even the best PAS100 compost still contains plastic, which will take far longer to break down than the polymer on slow release fertiliser.Then you have farmers that are widely using...
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  11. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    Acacia dealbata just starting to flower.Daphne odora aureomarginataFirst Hellebore.Just one remaining Nemesia flower even after four frosts.
    PXL_20251201_091612357.jpg Tecomaria 1 Dec 25.jpg Brugmansia 1 Dec 25.jpg andorea Jasminoides 1 Dec 25.jpg Impatiens tinctoria 4.JPG Fuchsia microphylla 3.JPG
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  12. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    All fairly tranquil here, too. Just had a phone call (on landline) to confirm the arrival of our new dish washer later. I see snow has appeared in the forecast for this week, mainly up in the...
    All fairly tranquil here, too. Just had a phone call (on landline) to confirm the arrival of our new dish washer later. I see snow has appeared in the forecast for this week, mainly up in the hills, which means the caravan will cop for it. Our meal out yesterday with friends was perfect from the...
    All fairly tranquil here, too. Just had a phone call (on landline) to confirm the arrival of our new dish washer later. I see snow has appeared in the forecast for this week, mainly up in the hills, which means the caravan will cop for it. Our...
    All fairly tranquil here, too. Just had a phone call (on landline) to confirm the arrival of our new dish washer later. I see snow has appeared in the forecast for this week, mainly up in the...
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  13. Allex50
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    Another Hello from Dorset!

    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's always lots of fun, Grab a seat, a cup of...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's answered in a trice.So buckle up and join the ride It's...
    Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry it's so late, But rest assured that you will find The members on here great .There's always someone handy To offer up advice. If you have a question It's...
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  14. Selleri

    Tips and tricks for everyday life

    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
    Consider threatening them with barbed wire - they'll soon perk up :biggrin:
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  15. Snorky85

    Environmentally Friendly Ideas

    For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
    For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
    For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub | Greene King for Good
    For those of you wondering what to do with those empty plastic chocolate/biscuits tubs, if you live near to a Greene King pub they can be taken there. The money raised goes to Macmillan .Tub2Pub...
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  16. Retired
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    Latest hobby.

    Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display...
    Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display this on the new large monitor in the studio. I'm really pleased about this because in the past I'd...
    Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display this on the new large monitor in the studio. I'm...
    Hi,I've just found a useful bonus; free music scores on the web; I've now got "What a wonderful World" four pages in PDF format I've copied directly to my music memory stick; I can now display...
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  17. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ? :biggrin:
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church, just yards away, which puts them off a bit ? :biggrin:
    I have been known to creep out into the garden in the early hours..........admittedly to watch the Hhogs but I'm sure I would have noticed the odd Vampire or 2. Mind you, it could be the Church,...
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  18. BB3
    Funny x 8

    Fugitive pickled walnuts.

    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having to drink lots of cold beer to sooth it.;)
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow any of it.My tongue still feels burnt, I'm having...
    I was thinking mine could make a good fence treatment, or preservative for any timber that is going into the ground, it has a very similar colour to creosote. I'm glad I didn't actually swallow...
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  19. Kedi-Gato

    Toadstools, Mushrooms, Moss, Lichen, etc

    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
    Has anyone else noticed a dearth of Toadstools etc. in their garden this Autumn. Just a couple for me which is unusual. Weather related ?
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  20. JWK
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