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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Hello there everybody. Just re-pressurised my boiler for the nth time but at least it does mean I have heating and hot water. It will be interesting to hear what today's engineer quotes for a...
Hello there everybody. Just re-pressurised my boiler for the nth time but at least it does mean I have heating and hot water. It will be interesting to hear what today's engineer quotes for a replacement and then I will see what tomorrow's engineer says. I hope that everyone reading this is...
Hello there everybody. Just re-pressurised my boiler for the nth time but at least it does mean I have heating and hot water. It will be interesting to hear what today's engineer quotes for a replacement and then I will see what tomorrow's...
Hello there everybody. Just re-pressurised my boiler for the nth time but at least it does mean I have heating and hot water. It will be interesting to hear what today's engineer quotes for a...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 25 26 27
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Ladybird4
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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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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What's your weather like 2026
5c dry and cloudy
5c dry and cloudy
5c dry and cloudy
5c dry and cloudy
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 38 39 40
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Jiffy
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:33 AM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Lovely, I can blend in, I have 20 varieties on my list for this season. I will grow old strain of Gardener's Delight too. I will add my list at some point.
Lovely, I can blend in, I have 20 varieties on my list for this season. I will grow old strain of Gardener's Delight too. I will add my list at some point.
Lovely, I can blend in, I have 20 varieties on my list for this season. I will grow old strain of Gardener's Delight too. I will add my list at some point.
Lovely, I can blend in, I have 20 varieties on my list for this season. I will grow old strain of Gardener's Delight too. I will add my list at some point.
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Alisa
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Whaaattt?
And ... it was America's war. They wanted it. They dragged everyone else into it. And then they got bored and left an absolute mess behind. It cost billions of non-US dollars and many non-US...
And ... it was America's war. They wanted it. They dragged everyone else into it. And then they got bored and left an absolute mess behind. It cost billions of non-US dollars and many non-US lives and achieved very little, if any, positive legacy for either the ordinary people of Afganistan,...
And ... it was America's war. They wanted it. They dragged everyone else into it. And then they got bored and left an absolute mess behind. It cost billions of non-US dollars and many non-US lives and achieved very little, if any, positive...
And ... it was America's war. They wanted it. They dragged everyone else into it. And then they got bored and left an absolute mess behind. It cost billions of non-US dollars and many non-US...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 330 331 332
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ViewAhead
Jan 25, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
They have now let me know that they should be here before 9.00 tomorrow. I hope so to as I have already worked out what to do with them. They are fairly long and could be used upright in the...
They have now let me know that they should be here before 9.00 tomorrow. I hope so to as I have already worked out what to do with them. They are fairly long and could be used upright in the ground to support the trunks of the Clematis montana where the tree that was supporting, and fell...
They have now let me know that they should be here before 9.00 tomorrow. I hope so to as I have already worked out what to do with them. They are fairly long and could be used upright in the ground to support the trunks of the Clematis...
They have now let me know that they should be here before 9.00 tomorrow. I hope so to as I have already worked out what to do with them. They are fairly long and could be used upright in the...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 11 12 13
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shiney
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:17 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
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
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
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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
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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
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:
Dendrobium pendulum, slightly pleasantly fragrant:

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants
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Alisa
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:10 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
It wasn't one of these, was it?
It wasn't one of these, was it?
It wasn't one of these, was it?
It wasn't one of these, was it?

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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shiney
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:24 AM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her Saturday, i wonder if it was that, would it take...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog walker gave him some different treats, didn't see her...
Barley at the front, River in the middle and berry at the back. I know not supposed to give cats a lot of fish.River had a bit of the runs yesterday evening but he's ok now. Friday the dog...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 4 5 6
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Logan
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:20 AM
My Garden Progress
Hello @AlisaThanks for the Reply.I have tried your Method previously, when I was able and unfortunately, it did not work.Maybe if I Water the Soil the Day before to soften the Ground before...
Hello @AlisaThanks for the Reply.I have tried your Method previously, when I was able and unfortunately, it did not work.Maybe if I Water the Soil the Day before to soften the Ground before Weeding?ThanksKevin
Hello @AlisaThanks for the Reply.I have tried your Method previously, when I was able and unfortunately, it did not work.Maybe if I Water the Soil the Day before to soften the Ground before Weeding?ThanksKevin
Hello @AlisaThanks for the Reply.I have tried your Method previously, when I was able and unfortunately, it did not work.Maybe if I Water the Soil the Day before to soften the Ground before...
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 51 52 53
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Kevin Cowans
Jan 25, 2026 at 10:57 PM
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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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 8 9 10
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Ladybird4
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:31 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I see your point, but are you sure the roots of the tree will not damage the wall construction? I learned over the years that roots go out and not deep. Last year, in one of the Beechgrove...
I see your point, but are you sure the roots of the tree will not damage the wall construction? I learned over the years that roots go out and not deep. Last year, in one of the Beechgrove episodes, there was a former Royal XYZ gardener, and he said, when we plant a tree, it's no longer needed...
I see your point, but are you sure the roots of the tree will not damage the wall construction? I learned over the years that roots go out and not deep. Last year, in one of the Beechgrove episodes, there was a former Royal XYZ gardener, and he...
I see your point, but are you sure the roots of the tree will not damage the wall construction? I learned over the years that roots go out and not deep. Last year, in one of the Beechgrove...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 5 6 7
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 26, 2026 at 5:19 AM
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

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