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  1. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry weather last summer.
    It's been quite a nice day today, bit of sun this morning, cloudy but no rain this afternoon. I pruned 10 roses, mostly shrubs, but they are mostly rather spindly and didn't enjoy the hot dry...
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  2. Kevin Cowans

    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...
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  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Personally, I think this is likely to become another of those mis-selling scandals. If homeowners are basically signing away the rights to full ownership of anything within their property...
    Personally, I think this is likely to become another of those mis-selling scandals. If homeowners are basically signing away the rights to full ownership of anything within their property boundary for a token repayment, it could create all manner of problems down the line.
    Personally, I think this is likely to become another of those mis-selling scandals. If homeowners are basically signing away the rights to full ownership of anything within their property boundary for a token repayment, it could create all...
    Personally, I think this is likely to become another of those mis-selling scandals. If homeowners are basically signing away the rights to full ownership of anything within their property...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    I get really fed up with all these feel like temperatures, I've often gone outside to do some work in the garden and thought I wont be out here long, its too cold, but once you start working you...
    I get really fed up with all these feel like temperatures, I've often gone outside to do some work in the garden and thought I wont be out here long, its too cold, but once you start working you warm up, I've even dragged out a garden chair and sat out there after warming up, so not sure what...
    I get really fed up with all these feel like temperatures, I've often gone outside to do some work in the garden and thought I wont be out here long, its too cold, but once you start working you warm up, I've even dragged out a garden chair and...
    I get really fed up with all these feel like temperatures, I've often gone outside to do some work in the garden and thought I wont be out here long, its too cold, but once you start working you...
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  5. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    They have worked hard and no break for lunch but may possibly had a sandwich whilst working. One of them had three teas and three coffees but the other just brings his own which he said he has...
    They have worked hard and no break for lunch but may possibly had a sandwich whilst working. One of them had three teas and three coffees but the other just brings his own which he said he has done since covid and is used to it. Don't blame him.
    They have worked hard and no break for lunch but may possibly had a sandwich whilst working. One of them had three teas and three coffees but the other just brings his own which he said he has done since covid and is used to it. Don't blame him.
    They have worked hard and no break for lunch but may possibly had a sandwich whilst working. One of them had three teas and three coffees but the other just brings his own which he said he has...
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  6. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Evening folks.Made a trip to Diddly-Dee but there wasn’t much I fancied in the middle aisles this time. They have an American theme on some food items (not sure why - they usually do that for...
    Evening folks.Made a trip to Diddly-Dee but there wasn’t much I fancied in the middle aisles this time. They have an American theme on some food items (not sure why - they usually do that for 4th July) but I only bought pretzels.I managed to walk for 45 mins and that’s was up hill for half...
    Evening folks.Made a trip to Diddly-Dee but there wasn’t much I fancied in the middle aisles this time. They have an American theme on some food items (not sure why - they usually do that for 4th July) but I only bought pretzels.I managed...
    Evening folks.Made a trip to Diddly-Dee but there wasn’t much I fancied in the middle aisles this time. They have an American theme on some food items (not sure why - they usually do that for...
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  7. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't...
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't have as good a flavour.
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't have as good a flavour.
    I adore tomatoes and will happily eat them fresh every day from June to October. Any glut gets frozen and used in soups, pasta sauce or roasted.I never buy them from shops as they simply don't...
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  8. shiney
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    JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
    Food porn
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  9. Selleri
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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...
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  10. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I agree completely with that. Leaving a party and sitting as an Independent would be a different matter.
    I agree completely with that. Leaving a party and sitting as an Independent would be a different matter.
    I agree completely with that. Leaving a party and sitting as an Independent would be a different matter.
    I agree completely with that. Leaving a party and sitting as an Independent would be a different matter.
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  11. JWK
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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.
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  12. Tidemark
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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...
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  13. TheMadHedger

    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...
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  14. Logan
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  15. BB3
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    What an eejit!

    We had a similar panic one year. We were going on holiday with a friend. Early flight so she stayed at our house overnight. We all had alarms set, and all turned over when they went off,...
    We had a similar panic one year. We were going on holiday with a friend. Early flight so she stayed at our house overnight. We all had alarms set, and all turned over when they went off, thinking somebody else would get up first. When one of us finally spotted the time, we were all dressed,...
    We had a similar panic one year. We were going on holiday with a friend. Early flight so she stayed at our house overnight. We all had alarms set, and all turned over when they went off, thinking somebody else would get up first. When one of...
    We had a similar panic one year. We were going on holiday with a friend. Early flight so she stayed at our house overnight. We all had alarms set, and all turned over when they went off,...
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  16. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
    Sarcococca flowering now as well as the Hellebores, Primrose, Calendula and wallflowers.
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  17. JWK
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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:
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  18. JWK
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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...
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  19. Alisa

    Daphne - which variety to choose

    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties available.
    Daphnes have a tendency to be fairly short lived. They are also a bit tricky to propagate and grow slowly initially hence they are quite pricey. There are quite a number of D bholua varieties...
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  20. JWK
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