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What's your weather like 2026
It brightened up a bit for a while but pretty grim looking now, cold old feeling day. 6c.
It brightened up a bit for a while but pretty grim looking now, cold old feeling day. 6c.
It brightened up a bit for a while but pretty grim looking now, cold old feeling day. 6c.
It brightened up a bit for a while but pretty grim looking now, cold old feeling day. 6c.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 39 40 41
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pete
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle of wine, which allows me to do my famous party...
I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any items requiring a proof of age, such as a bottle...
I rather enjoy the self check outs in Morrisons, mainly because of the friendly assistants who rush to my help when the machine has a tantrum, which happens every time.The staff has to clear any...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 22 23 24
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Selleri
Jan 25, 2026 at 1:39 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
Definitely not. Could you add to the first picture a line or circle what the crown is for you, @Plantminded ? You know, I’m admittedly poor in pruning and wonder where you would prune.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 26, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
It's taking longer than normal to download my photos as the site is playing silly b's today and will only let me down load one at a time.They put in the glass and screw the retaining beading in...
It's taking longer than normal to download my photos as the site is playing silly b's today and will only let me down load one at a time.They put in the glass and screw the retaining beading in placeThey did the roof panels at one end first and then the other endThen the beading...
It's taking longer than normal to download my photos as the site is playing silly b's today and will only let me down load one at a time.They put in the glass and screw the retaining beading in placeThey did the roof panels at one end...
It's taking longer than normal to download my photos as the site is playing silly b's today and will only let me down load one at a time.They put in the glass and screw the retaining beading in...

shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 12 13 14
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shiney
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:43 PM
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What an eejit!
Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some miracle, they managed to throw the kids and luggage...
Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the airport and wondering where they were. By some...
Not mine, but a friend was off on holiday and set the clock radio really early to wake them in time to leave for the airport. Didn’t wake until the phone went, their fellow travellers were at the...
BB3, Jan 21, 2026 at 5:31 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Ergates
Jan 26, 2026 at 2:25 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who...
Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who knew that when you have a new boiler fitted these days, you have to have thermostatic valves on the...
Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who knew that when you have a new boiler fitted these...
Good afternoon all. Well I had a very informative chat with Colin, the gas engineer. He sorted out a temporary 'fix' for my boiler and then had to weigh up the job of installing a new boiler. Who...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 25 26 27
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Ladybird4
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Succulent ID please.
I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
I am going with some sort of Cotyledon orbiculata but I already have one of these and the leaf shape is the same but grey leaved with a floury surface. More digging needed I think!!
madpenguin, Jan 23, 2026 at 12:10 AM, Cacti and Succulents
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madpenguin
Jan 24, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Daphne - which variety to choose
@NigelJ we had the same problem with our odora. In the ground for many many years. Wonderful scent and then it died. So decided to go for a more upright one and went for Daphne bholua as you did...
@NigelJ we had the same problem with our odora. In the ground for many many years. Wonderful scent and then it died. So decided to go for a more upright one and went for Daphne bholua as you did but variety "jacqueline postill". It is in flower now and the scent is lovely (when you can get out...
@NigelJ we had the same problem with our odora. In the ground for many many years. Wonderful scent and then it died. So decided to go for a more upright one and went for Daphne bholua as you did but variety "jacqueline postill". It is in flower...
@NigelJ we had the same problem with our odora. In the ground for many many years. Wonderful scent and then it died. So decided to go for a more upright one and went for Daphne bholua as you did...
Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants
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On the Levels
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor your neighbour can definitey prove one way or another...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026, Trees
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Philippa
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love reading about plant purchases. And even more so...
Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we wanted something in the space.By the way, I love...
Just ordered a couple of large obelisks to replace a wooden arch/pergola that was rotting and in danger of collapse. We've left it a while after removing the wood so that we could be sure that we...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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Golarne
Jan 25, 2026 at 6:03 PM
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JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn

shiney, Jan 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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Penny_Forthem
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:02 PM
My Garden Progress
Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello @JennyJBThanks for the Reply.I think Digging the Plant up and removing the Grass will be the way to go.Is there anything I need to be aware of when Digging up Phlox?Thanks in...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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Kevin Cowans
Jan 26, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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Potato Growing 2026
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the manure we get for free at the allotment
Ahh seaweed, I added it to my allotment for a few years but haven't for a couple. Might go for trip down the Ayrshire coast tomorrow with some bags and get some as I seem to have missed the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Hanglow
Jan 24, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. Best bet is to go back to the solicitor and see what...
Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is on your roof may not necessarily belong to you. ...
Agree with @lizzie27 .... your solicitor should have checked the ownership of the solar panels prior to exchange of contracts. I don't think many prospective purchasers would know that what is...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 26 27 28
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Philippa
Jan 26, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the...
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the recent storms and an extreme rarity. A larger version of our Ringed Plover.
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the recent storms and an extreme rarity. A larger version...
At about 150m away the other side of a small reservoir just over the border in Hampshire, a couple of distant fuzzy pics of a Killdeer (Plover). Another bird blown across the Atlantic in the...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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strongylodon
Jan 24, 2026 at 4:53 PM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
Amazing how many "nearly Trym" varieties of galanthus there are @NigelJ !
Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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CarolineL
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 8 9 10
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Ergates
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Whaaattt?
They could end up the official opposition the way its going and without any elections, it really shouldn't be allowed under the rules.
They could end up the official opposition the way its going and without any elections, it really shouldn't be allowed under the rules.
They could end up the official opposition the way its going and without any elections, it really shouldn't be allowed under the rules.
They could end up the official opposition the way its going and without any elections, it really shouldn't be allowed under the rules.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 330 331 332
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pete
Jan 26, 2026 at 3:44 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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Logan
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:32 PM
Potted Blueberries and honeyberries experiences ?
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not tried yet as mine aren't particularly productive where they are. I keep meaning to move them and get...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not tried yet as mine aren't particularly productive where...
I thought it was quite hard to kill a honeyberry. I've read lots of people have very poor luck with hardwood cuttings and that stool layering is the easiest method to propagate them. I've not...
glosmike, Feb 16, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Thevictorian
Jan 24, 2026 at 11:57 AM

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