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  1. Tidemark
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    A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

    Dog rescued after falling through cornice near Achnasheen
    Dog rescued after falling through cornice near Achnasheen
    Dog rescued after falling through cornice near Achnasheen
    Dog rescued after falling through cornice near Achnasheen
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  2. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame warming up the hole first before they put in the tarmac, you don't see that now, when some holes here were...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame warming up the hole first before they put in the tarmac,...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame...
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
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  4. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"! :biggrin:
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"! :biggrin:
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
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  5. BB3

    How do I stunt a begonia boliviensis without killing it?

    This will be it's third year. Last year it was about 4ft in all directions! I had to shove it in a corner as it was taking over the patio. I'm not sure I've got a big enough corner if it gets any...
    This will be it's third year. Last year it was about 4ft in all directions! I had to shove it in a corner as it was taking over the patio. I'm not sure I've got a big enough corner if it gets any bigger. I'd be afraid to cut it. How about really tired, spent compost?I Maybe they don't get any...
    This will be it's third year. Last year it was about 4ft in all directions! I had to shove it in a corner as it was taking over the patio. I'm not sure I've got a big enough corner if it gets any bigger. I'd be afraid to cut it. How about really...
    This will be it's third year. Last year it was about 4ft in all directions! I had to shove it in a corner as it was taking over the patio. I'm not sure I've got a big enough corner if it gets any...
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  6. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
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  7. Kevin Cowans

    My Garden Progress

    I always clean my old labels I donate plants to charity sales etc, so after I've used them for myself I scrub them off and then rewrite over the top. As long as the old description has faded...
    I always clean my old labels I donate plants to charity sales etc, so after I've used them for myself I scrub them off and then rewrite over the top. As long as the old description has faded enough and the new one is legible, that'll do for me .I have been known to put them in the cutlery...
    I always clean my old labels I donate plants to charity sales etc, so after I've used them for myself I scrub them off and then rewrite over the top. As long as the old description has faded enough and the new one is legible, that'll do for me...
    I always clean my old labels I donate plants to charity sales etc, so after I've used them for myself I scrub them off and then rewrite over the top. As long as the old description has faded...
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  8. JWK
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  9. machtucker

    Ideas for shady front garden....

    Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
    Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
    Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
    Just a side note, @machtucker, I wouldn’t show pictures with a car number plate. Maybe you can delete it and upload an edited version.
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  10. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now...
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now chockerblock :)And it's legal to grow maryjane here, so who cares anymore :biggrin:
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now chockerblock :)And it's legal to grow maryjane here,...
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now...
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  11. Pe7e

    Overwhelmed by my garden

    Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
    Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere between the Orkneys and the Channel Islands or the...
    Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will receive better advice as you could be anywhere...
    Get rid of all the rubbish and plastic and follow the suggestions above so you have a clean slate to work with. Then with some graph paper plan out your garden. If you enter your location you will...
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  12. Allex50

    Hot weather on the way?

    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to lessen the amount of sun. I avoid any actual netting -...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
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  13. Allex50

    Strawberries preparing

    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
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  14. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
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  15. BezzaDougal

    Plants for memorial area

    That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or...
    That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or they won’t thrive. A Mahonia prefers a bit of shade and a richer soil in my experience.If there...
    That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or they won’t thrive. A Mahonia prefers a bit of...
    That’s a lovely idea for a memorial Sorry for your loss.My thoughts re the Lavender and Rosemary is that both require a sunny spot with well draining soil so I would check the spot for that or...
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  16. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
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  17. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not...
    When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not having any this year as she's gone KETO and it's easier of we do it too so no pasta, rice, bread or...
    When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not having any this year as she's gone KETO and it's...
    When Possum was stopped in her tracks during a visit to my usual SM in Luçon - a pancake machine rolling out crêpes on a drum. It's there for winter weekends and pancake season. We're not...
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  18. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    Yet more!
    Yet more!
    Yet more!
    Yet more!
    Crocus in grass.JPG Rubus formosensis fruit.JPG Sarcococca confusa.JPG PXL_20260201_123603827.MP.jpg IMG_20260201_085854933.jpg DSC05449.jpeg
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  19. Warren Jones

    TurfWorld Limited

    Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
    Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and improve your lawn:Rake or scarify the lawn to...
    Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few simple things you can do to help reduce moss and...
    Hi all,After a very wet start to the year, a lot of gardens are seeing more moss than grass. Moss loves damp, compacted soil and shady areas, so it is very common in UK gardens.Here are a few...
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  20. Logan
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