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Holly how to tell male or female when not in flower
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings because I had quite a failure rate. As for sexing them, unless you do like @Adam I suggests, you have...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings because I had quite a failure rate. As for sexing...
I have taken cuttings from a Holly with particularly large orange berries. They are very slow to take! I would suggest strip off most of leaves, gritty soil mixture, and use loads of cuttings...
Bear, Dec 29, 2025 at 9:12 PM, Trees
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CarolineL
Dec 30, 2025 at 7:57 AM
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Whats Your Weather Like 2025
Very sunny all day but the frost remained. No wind about so we got some work done out there.
Very sunny all day but the frost remained. No wind about so we got some work done out there.
Very sunny all day but the frost remained. No wind about so we got some work done out there.
Very sunny all day but the frost remained. No wind about so we got some work done out there.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 547 548 549
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shiney
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Suggestions for the Christmas present from hell as far as I’m concerned
How about putting it somewhere that is very visible to them but not constantly in your line of site and planting a few fake vines over the edges of the thing to make it look like they are growing...
How about putting it somewhere that is very visible to them but not constantly in your line of site and planting a few fake vines over the edges of the thing to make it look like they are growing or some of form other camouflage you can think of?
How about putting it somewhere that is very visible to them but not constantly in your line of site and planting a few fake vines over the edges of the thing to make it look like they are growing or some of form other camouflage you can think of?
How about putting it somewhere that is very visible to them but not constantly in your line of site and planting a few fake vines over the edges of the thing to make it look like they are growing...
hailbopp, Dec 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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CanadianLori
Dec 30, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Looking for a better solution than tap water
i never had an issue with houseplants and we have extremely hard water. but it killed my carnivorous plant instantlychloroamines are bad news and shouldnt be used imo. check your area
i never had an issue with houseplants and we have extremely hard water. but it killed my carnivorous plant instantlychloroamines are bad news and shouldnt be used imo. check your area
i never had an issue with houseplants and we have extremely hard water. but it killed my carnivorous plant instantlychloroamines are bad news and shouldnt be used imo. check your area
i never had an issue with houseplants and we have extremely hard water. but it killed my carnivorous plant instantlychloroamines are bad news and shouldnt be used imo. check your area
MrHappyDays, Dec 29, 2025 at 11:09 AM, Container Gardening ... 2
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Adam I
Dec 31, 2025 at 8:09 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2025
@Sogni verdi sorry for your loss and the new blue is lovely.@Michael Hewett glad that you will get your furry friend on Friday.
@Sogni verdi sorry for your loss and the new blue is lovely.@Michael Hewett glad that you will get your furry friend on Friday.
@Sogni verdi sorry for your loss and the new blue is lovely.@Michael Hewett glad that you will get your furry friend on Friday.
@Sogni verdi sorry for your loss and the new blue is lovely.@Michael Hewett glad that you will get your furry friend on Friday.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Pets Corner ... 20 21 22
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Logan
Dec 30, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2025
Been cutting back the perennials in the front garden and then shredded them with the lawnmower, did have a few bits from before that were wet through which didn't go as well but got there in the...
Been cutting back the perennials in the front garden and then shredded them with the lawnmower, did have a few bits from before that were wet through which didn't go as well but got there in the end .quite a few plants need divided now in the front garden they've been there a few years now...
Been cutting back the perennials in the front garden and then shredded them with the lawnmower, did have a few bits from before that were wet through which didn't go as well but got there in the end .quite a few plants need divided now in the...
Been cutting back the perennials in the front garden and then shredded them with the lawnmower, did have a few bits from before that were wet through which didn't go as well but got there in the...
Loofah, Jan 2, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 271 272 273
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Perki
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025
Reflections
Reflections
Reflections
Reflections

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Friendly
Dec 30, 2025 at 1:55 PM
is my plant about to flower ?
hi2u_uk, Dec 20, 2025, Container Gardening
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hi2u_uk
Dec 29, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Latest Moan From You and Me 2025
I've just got similar from the AI on the Morrisons site, sounds iffy to me, who decides this cr*p.he VAT charge on food items depends on whether they are considered "luxury" or "essential"...
I've just got similar from the AI on the Morrisons site, sounds iffy to me, who decides this cr*p.he VAT charge on food items depends on whether they are considered "luxury" or "essential" under UK tax rules. In this case, "Morrison's The Best Extra Mature Coastal Cheddar" is likely...
I've just got similar from the AI on the Morrisons site, sounds iffy to me, who decides this cr*p.he VAT charge on food items depends on whether they are considered "luxury" or "essential" under UK tax rules. In this case, "Morrison's The Best...
I've just got similar from the AI on the Morrisons site, sounds iffy to me, who decides this cr*p.he VAT charge on food items depends on whether they are considered "luxury" or "essential"...
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 416 417 418
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pete
Dec 31, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025
Have a lovely evening at your neighbours @Blue arbour. I would never be able to stay awake so late.
Have a lovely evening at your neighbours @Blue arbour. I would never be able to stay awake so late.
Have a lovely evening at your neighbours @Blue arbour. I would never be able to stay awake so late.
Have a lovely evening at your neighbours @Blue arbour. I would never be able to stay awake so late.
wiseowl, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 413 414 415
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Ladybird4
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Whaaattt?
I used a large cauliflower, cut into pieces, in a large batch of chicken Jalfrezi curry that I made for my meals on wheels the other day. Easy to do, as long as you get the cooking times right...
I used a large cauliflower, cut into pieces, in a large batch of chicken Jalfrezi curry that I made for my meals on wheels the other day. Easy to do, as long as you get the cooking times right for the chicken and cauli.We also make a good very simple cream of cauliflower soup using cauli,...
I used a large cauliflower, cut into pieces, in a large batch of chicken Jalfrezi curry that I made for my meals on wheels the other day. Easy to do, as long as you get the cooking times right for the chicken and cauli.We also make a good very...
I used a large cauliflower, cut into pieces, in a large batch of chicken Jalfrezi curry that I made for my meals on wheels the other day. Easy to do, as long as you get the cooking times right...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 299 300 301
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shiney
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Potato growing 2026
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
I seem to get a reasonable crop off of the ones I missed the year before, just makes me wonder if the drying out through the winter is not the best of things for a seed potato tuber.
burnie, Dec 16, 2025, Edible Gardening
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pete
Dec 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2025
We past the MOT in the middle of December but received a list of things that needed to be done. Quote was £769. My car allows me to enjoy places, I wouldn't be able to cycle to and as long as I...
We past the MOT in the middle of December but received a list of things that needed to be done. Quote was £769. My car allows me to enjoy places, I wouldn't be able to cycle to and as long as I can afford it, I keep the car in the best shape. Monday morning, I brought it to the service. When we...
We past the MOT in the middle of December but received a list of things that needed to be done. Quote was £769. My car allows me to enjoy places, I wouldn't be able to cycle to and as long as I can afford it, I keep the car in the best...
We past the MOT in the middle of December but received a list of things that needed to be done. Quote was £769. My car allows me to enjoy places, I wouldn't be able to cycle to and as long as I...
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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simone_in_wiltshire
Dec 31, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?
Firecrest, Goldcrest, Long Tailed Tit and Chiffchaff (one of twenty or more) at the Sewage Treatment works near Corfe. Lots of insects on the filter beds.
Firecrest, Goldcrest, Long Tailed Tit and Chiffchaff (one of twenty or more) at the Sewage Treatment works near Corfe. Lots of insects on the filter beds.
Firecrest, Goldcrest, Long Tailed Tit and Chiffchaff (one of twenty or more) at the Sewage Treatment works near Corfe. Lots of insects on the filter beds.
Firecrest, Goldcrest, Long Tailed Tit and Chiffchaff (one of twenty or more) at the Sewage Treatment works near Corfe. Lots of insects on the filter beds.

JWK, Jan 1, 2025, Wildlife Corner ... 50 51 52
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strongylodon
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Fond of Fronds
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy...
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy Twixmas and may 2026 unfurl fair!
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy Twixmas and may 2026 unfurl fair!
We've seen some good ferns on this thread in 2025, but summer here was a drought and a struggle. My ferns recovered in autumn, and now provide a restful winter picture. Have a great and crozy...

micearguers, Mar 19, 2024, General Gardening Discussion ... 12 13 14
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micearguers
Dec 29, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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What's Looking Good December 2025
Grevillea.Tree fern ready for cold spell!Erigeron still in flower.
Grevillea.Tree fern ready for cold spell!Erigeron still in flower.
Grevillea.Tree fern ready for cold spell!Erigeron still in flower.
Grevillea.Tree fern ready for cold spell!Erigeron still in flower.

shiney, Dec 1, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Plantminded
Dec 31, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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A Joke Or Two 2025
Eek @Philippa! That is too scary.
Eek @Philippa! That is too scary.
Eek @Philippa! That is too scary.
Eek @Philippa! That is too scary.
JWK, Jan 1, 2025, The Muppet Show ... 112 113 114
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Ladybird4
Dec 31, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Latest hobby.
Hi,This new Yamaha keyboard is amazing; I've set it up in the front room where I can play it at will. It only arrived on Monday and already I can play the opening notes of two songs; not a lot...
Hi,This new Yamaha keyboard is amazing; I've set it up in the front room where I can play it at will. It only arrived on Monday and already I can play the opening notes of two songs; not a lot but rapid compared to playing the violin where it took forever just to play three notes.This...
Hi,This new Yamaha keyboard is amazing; I've set it up in the front room where I can play it at will. It only arrived on Monday and already I can play the opening notes of two songs; not a lot but rapid compared to playing the violin where it...
Hi,This new Yamaha keyboard is amazing; I've set it up in the front room where I can play it at will. It only arrived on Monday and already I can play the opening notes of two songs; not a lot...
Retired, Nov 7, 2025, Members Hobbies ... 3 4 5
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Retired
Dec 31, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Feeding houseplants in winter.
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am feeding all my house plants and water them as needed all year round. And mist some too.I have a...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am feeding all my house plants and water them as needed...
My Kentia palm is producing new leaves and I could do with removing a large one as it's in front of the TV. It's got a wall light above it so it has some extra light in the evenings.I am...
Esoxlucius, Dec 27, 2025 at 11:14 AM, Other Plants
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cactus_girl
Dec 29, 2025 at 8:45 AM
Supermarket potato disease
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to notice them. It's also this period (Sept-Dec) when spuds roast their best.Many years ago I met a...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to notice them. It's also this period (Sept-Dec)...
I see it often too. I don't see it when the new season maincrop spuds hit the shelves around September and there's no sign of black areas inside the spuds until around mid-December when I start to...
BB3, Dec 28, 2025 at 8:28 PM, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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Pete8
Dec 29, 2025 at 8:40 AM

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