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What's your weather like 2026
Dull but dry and 6 degrees and the wind has dropped thankfully, rain forecast for pretty all next week.
Dull but dry and 6 degrees and the wind has dropped thankfully, rain forecast for pretty all next week.
Dull but dry and 6 degrees and the wind has dropped thankfully, rain forecast for pretty all next week.
Dull but dry and 6 degrees and the wind has dropped thankfully, rain forecast for pretty all next week.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 37 38 39
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burnie
Jan 25, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA meant and were inundated with e-mails in return. TLA - Three Letter Acronyms. That further...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA meant and were inundated with e-mails in return. ...
Many years ago an e-mail was sent to all staff where I worked stating "TLAs must not be used unless written fully on their first usage". Unfortunately for the sender they hadn't explained what TLA...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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KT53
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:29 AM
My Garden Progress
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing in the Middle of Plants, specifically Phlox.What is the Best way to Remove Grass when it is Growing...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing in the Middle of Plants, specifically Phlox.What...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I just had a Walk around the Garden to see what needs addressing, there is a lot I will get there though, that I am sure of.One issue I saw was Grass growing...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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Kevin Cowans
Jan 25, 2026 at 9:08 AM
Daphne - which variety to choose
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the planter! It is currently a life-line for a bee that seems to have insomnia this winter. Flowers in Winter...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the planter! It is currently a life-line for a bee that...
I also have got the Daphne Odora Aureomarginata in my garden in a planter. When I enter the garden in March, the smell is all over the garden. It's fuss free, just needs some staking in the...
Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 25, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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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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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
They hope to come and do it next week if the weather doesn't slow them down on their other jobs that are booked in.Also, the new lot that have been delivered will need to be correct.
They hope to come and do it next week if the weather doesn't slow them down on their other jobs that are booked in.Also, the new lot that have been delivered will need to be correct.
They hope to come and do it next week if the weather doesn't slow them down on their other jobs that are booked in.Also, the new lot that have been delivered will need to be correct.
They hope to come and do it next week if the weather doesn't slow them down on their other jobs that are booked in.Also, the new lot that have been delivered will need to be correct.
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 11 12 13
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shiney
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:47 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 8 9 10
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Ladybird4
Jan 25, 2026 at 6:37 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Hello all.Sending sympathy @Allotment Boy, it sounds a horrid virus.We went to church. There were about 40 people, most of whom I know. A lot of us had coffee and biscuits afterwards in the...
Hello all.Sending sympathy @Allotment Boy, it sounds a horrid virus.We went to church. There were about 40 people, most of whom I know. A lot of us had coffee and biscuits afterwards in the little cottage in the village that we rent for social church events. I didn't have any biscuits,...
Hello all.Sending sympathy @Allotment Boy, it sounds a horrid virus.We went to church. There were about 40 people, most of whom I know. A lot of us had coffee and biscuits afterwards in the little cottage in the village that we rent for...
Hello all.Sending sympathy @Allotment Boy, it sounds a horrid virus.We went to church. There were about 40 people, most of whom I know. A lot of us had coffee and biscuits afterwards in the...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 24 25 26
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Busy-Lizzie
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify ....
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify . I've got to the top of the wall now coping stone just needs adding they weigh a ton I'll probably...
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify . I've got to the top of the wall now coping stone...
I finally getting there with the wall I've been slaving away on and off all week, it's took a considerable amount of time, I've noticed a few mistakes as you do when you're to far on to rectify ....

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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Perki
Jan 24, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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What an eejit!
Mangelwurzels were and still are grown as animal feed, as large roots, many rural museums contain a variety of large knives and hand cranked devices for chopping the large roots into cow and horse...
Mangelwurzels were and still are grown as animal feed, as large roots, many rural museums contain a variety of large knives and hand cranked devices for chopping the large roots into cow and horse sized morsels. They are sometimes sown in late summer and grown as a fodder crop for sheep which...
Mangelwurzels were and still are grown as animal feed, as large roots, many rural museums contain a variety of large knives and hand cranked devices for chopping the large roots into cow and horse sized morsels. They are sometimes sown in late...
Mangelwurzels were and still are grown as animal feed, as large roots, many rural museums contain a variety of large knives and hand cranked devices for chopping the large roots into cow and horse...
BB3, Jan 21, 2026 at 5:31 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:13 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
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 at 1:19 PM, Trees
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Philippa
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
Nothing so far and we are almost through the dangerous month of January when scouring websites for plants is highly appealing whilst the weather makes being outside very unappealing. February...
Nothing so far and we are almost through the dangerous month of January when scouring websites for plants is highly appealing whilst the weather makes being outside very unappealing. February can be just as dangerous, so I can't relax my guard yet.
Nothing so far and we are almost through the dangerous month of January when scouring websites for plants is highly appealing whilst the weather makes being outside very unappealing. February can be just as dangerous, so I can't relax my guard yet.
Nothing so far and we are almost through the dangerous month of January when scouring websites for plants is highly appealing whilst the weather makes being outside very unappealing. February...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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ViewAhead
Jan 24, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
One slice or two?
One slice or two?
One slice or two?
One slice or two?

shiney, Jan 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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cactus_girl
Jan 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM
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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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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
Sarcococca finally opened it's flowers, cyclamen, red bush (I have a label with a correct name too ). A bit of snowdrops.
Sarcococca finally opened it's flowers, cyclamen, red bush (I have a label with a correct name too ). A bit of snowdrops.
Sarcococca finally opened it's flowers, cyclamen, red bush (I have a label with a correct name too ). A bit of snowdrops.
Sarcococca finally opened it's flowers, cyclamen, red bush (I have a label with a correct name too ). A bit of snowdrops.

Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Alisa
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:12 PM
Whaaattt?
Yes, the US is now doing openly what it has done since the second world war. The difference with Trump is they see no need to hide or dress up their actions, because they can just insist on their...
Yes, the US is now doing openly what it has done since the second world war. The difference with Trump is they see no need to hide or dress up their actions, because they can just insist on their narrative as the truth, and in the age of social media, it will take root as that. AI developments...
Yes, the US is now doing openly what it has done since the second world war. The difference with Trump is they see no need to hide or dress up their actions, because they can just insist on their narrative as the truth, and in the age of social...
Yes, the US is now doing openly what it has done since the second world war. The difference with Trump is they see no need to hide or dress up their actions, because they can just insist on their...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 330 331 332
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ViewAhead
Jan 25, 2026 at 1:40 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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