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  1. Plantminded

    Buying Trees Online

    Thank you The last time I bought from Ornamental Trees the courier was unreliable but the tree was fine, despite not being watered before despatch. The trees in my local garden centres always...
    Thank you The last time I bought from Ornamental Trees the courier was unreliable but the tree was fine, despite not being watered before despatch. The trees in my local garden centres always look as if they’ve been there for a while and look both pot bound and wind blown. I’d prefer to buy one...
    Thank you The last time I bought from Ornamental Trees the courier was unreliable but the tree was fine, despite not being watered before despatch. The trees in my local garden centres always look as if they’ve been there for a while and look...
    Thank you The last time I bought from Ornamental Trees the courier was unreliable but the tree was fine, despite not being watered before despatch. The trees in my local garden centres always...
    Plantminded, Jan 27, 2026 at 11:46 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Plantminded
    Jan 29, 2026 at 8:31 AM
  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Its been dry with bright and even a few sunny spells, no wind so 6c hasn't felt too bad.
    Its been dry with bright and even a few sunny spells, no wind so 6c hasn't felt too bad.
    Its been dry with bright and even a few sunny spells, no wind so 6c hasn't felt too bad.
    Its been dry with bright and even a few sunny spells, no wind so 6c hasn't felt too bad.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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    pete
    Jan 29, 2026 at 3:25 PM
  3. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Men weren't affected because they had been doing the extra years, for years.But I do agree it should have be brought in in stages perhaps over a longer time.
    Men weren't affected because they had been doing the extra years, for years.But I do agree it should have be brought in in stages perhaps over a longer time.
    Men weren't affected because they had been doing the extra years, for years.But I do agree it should have be brought in in stages perhaps over a longer time.
    Men weren't affected because they had been doing the extra years, for years.But I do agree it should have be brought in in stages perhaps over a longer time.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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    pete
    Jan 29, 2026 at 3:42 PM
  4. Bb135

    Honeysuckle identification….

    The first one, will flower early in the year. They are spring flowering for me. You would generally prune if needed after they have flowered.The second looks like one of the later flowering...
    The first one, will flower early in the year. They are spring flowering for me. You would generally prune if needed after they have flowered.The second looks like one of the later flowering types that form flowers on the previous years growth. Again pruning after flowering is best unless it's...
    The first one, will flower early in the year. They are spring flowering for me. You would generally prune if needed after they have flowered.The second looks like one of the later flowering types that form flowers on the previous years growth....
    The first one, will flower early in the year. They are spring flowering for me. You would generally prune if needed after they have flowered.The second looks like one of the later flowering...
    Bb135, Jan 27, 2026 at 5:11 PM, Identification Area
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    Thevictorian
    Jan 28, 2026 at 11:10 AM
  5. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Brilliant
    Brilliant
    Brilliant
    Brilliant
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 9 10 11
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    Little_Weed
    Jan 29, 2026 at 2:49 PM
  6. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    When I read about Bruce Springsteen's song I assumed he'd written new lyrics to "The Streets of Philadelphia". It will be interesting to hear the reaction to it, and whether it will be banned by...
    When I read about Bruce Springsteen's song I assumed he'd written new lyrics to "The Streets of Philadelphia". It will be interesting to hear the reaction to it, and whether it will be banned by the BBC.To be honest, they could ban it, but I suspect most people will hear it by other means anyway.
    When I read about Bruce Springsteen's song I assumed he'd written new lyrics to "The Streets of Philadelphia". It will be interesting to hear the reaction to it, and whether it will be banned by the BBC.To be honest, they could ban it, but I...
    When I read about Bruce Springsteen's song I assumed he'd written new lyrics to "The Streets of Philadelphia". It will be interesting to hear the reaction to it, and whether it will be banned by...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 28 29 30
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    AnniD
    Jan 29, 2026 at 2:42 PM
  7. hailbopp

    Any tips on splitting Aruncas.

    Thanks Shiney, you will be well aware just how much effort is involved with running plant sales. Yours looked amazing especially with doing teas and entertainment. I draw the line at supplying...
    Thanks Shiney, you will be well aware just how much effort is involved with running plant sales. Yours looked amazing especially with doing teas and entertainment. I draw the line at supplying vitals altho wine has been opened when I have had some of my loyal regulars come to buy! This is the...
    Thanks Shiney, you will be well aware just how much effort is involved with running plant sales. Yours looked amazing especially with doing teas and entertainment. I draw the line at supplying vitals altho wine has been opened when I have had...
    Thanks Shiney, you will be well aware just how much effort is involved with running plant sales. Yours looked amazing especially with doing teas and entertainment. I draw the line at supplying...
    hailbopp, Jan 20, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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    hailbopp
    Jan 28, 2026 at 4:12 PM
  8. JWK
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    Best supplier of compost 2026

    I bought a bag of clover and 2 bags of pure peat online in the end. It's delivery that adds up on a price. It would've been so much easier to pop in GC, would get more for the same price. And...
    I bought a bag of clover and 2 bags of pure peat online in the end. It's delivery that adds up on a price. It would've been so much easier to pop in GC, would get more for the same price. And delivery itself looks to be not that quick for bulk items. Looking forward to get my orders.
    I bought a bag of clover and 2 bags of pure peat online in the end. It's delivery that adds up on a price. It would've been so much easier to pop in GC, would get more for the same price. And delivery itself looks to be not that quick for bulk...
    I bought a bag of clover and 2 bags of pure peat online in the end. It's delivery that adds up on a price. It would've been so much easier to pop in GC, would get more for the same price. And...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Compost, Fertilisers & Recycling
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    Alisa
    Jan 27, 2026 at 8:03 PM
  9. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Aircraft carriers always sail with a fleet for protection, that one is nuclear powered and staying afloat is just science, probably wrong word but it was all science when I was at school:biggrin:, its...
    Aircraft carriers always sail with a fleet for protection, that one is nuclear powered and staying afloat is just science, probably wrong word but it was all science when I was at school:biggrin:, its about displacement.
    Aircraft carriers always sail with a fleet for protection, that one is nuclear powered and staying afloat is just science, probably wrong word but it was all science when I was at school:biggrin:, its about displacement.
    Aircraft carriers always sail with a fleet for protection, that one is nuclear powered and staying afloat is just science, probably wrong word but it was all science when I was at school:biggrin:, its...
    Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 331 332 333
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    pete
    Jan 29, 2026 at 3:37 PM
  10. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    I am often puzzled by modern life.

    @Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
    @Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. :doh: It is such a basic thing and there are millions of over 70s required to do regular updates.
    @Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. :doh: It is such a basic thing and there are...
    @Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
    Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 23 24 25
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    ViewAhead
    Jan 27, 2026 at 6:50 PM
  11. Fat Controller

    What has tunnelled in?

    i use bait boxes with a rod going through them and use the blue poison blocks fed onto the rod. They come through the box, nibble on the blocks and then run off back to their nests to die. Its...
    i use bait boxes with a rod going through them and use the blue poison blocks fed onto the rod. They come through the box, nibble on the blocks and then run off back to their nests to die. Its safe so my dogs cant get at the poison and i dont have dead vermin around the garden.
    i use bait boxes with a rod going through them and use the blue poison blocks fed onto the rod. They come through the box, nibble on the blocks and then run off back to their nests to die. Its safe so my dogs cant get at the poison and i dont...
    i use bait boxes with a rod going through them and use the blue poison blocks fed onto the rod. They come through the box, nibble on the blocks and then run off back to their nests to die. Its...
    Fat Controller, Jan 10, 2026, Pests, Diseases and Cures
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    Welshman
    Jan 27, 2026 at 6:37 PM
  12. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 25 26 27
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    Logan
    Jan 28, 2026 at 6:07 PM
  13. JWK
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    Currently Listening To 2026

    The title track from a stunning album I just can't stop listening to.
    The title track from a stunning album I just can't stop listening to.
    The title track from a stunning album I just can't stop listening to.
    The title track from a stunning album I just can't stop listening to.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2
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    LunarSea
    Jan 27, 2026 at 4:56 PM
  14. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    I usually get my Sungold from DT Brown - never had a problem with them.
    I usually get my Sungold from DT Brown - never had a problem with them.
    I usually get my Sungold from DT Brown - never had a problem with them.
    I usually get my Sungold from DT Brown - never had a problem with them.
    eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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    Philippa
    Jan 29, 2026 at 11:20 AM
  15. Alisa

    Daphne - which variety to choose

    If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...
    If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks better on neutral to acid conditions. Mine are...
    If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks...
    If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...
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    Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants ... 2
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    Mrs Hillard
    Jan 27, 2026 at 4:27 PM
  16. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall...
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall and wide. Its narrow, needle-like leaves, reminiscent of rosemary, are dark green and persistent....
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall and wide. Its narrow, needle-like leaves,...
    I was not aware it was prostrate but don't mind if it is. Here is the description given from the supplier in Italy ...'Clearview David' is an erect, bushy evergreen shrub, up to 1.5 meters tall...
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    Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Victoria
    Jan 29, 2026 at 2:40 PM
  17. Plantminded
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    What's Looking Good January 2026

    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    I feel like living on a different planet seeing their pictures :biggrin:Your Amarylis looks marvellous. My mother loves them too and sent a bulb to me a few years ago.
    Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Jan 29, 2026 at 1:21 PM
  18. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    That was my thinking @lizzie27, getting new fencing to keep my neighbour’s laurel hedge at bay and avoid having to prune it on my side every year (only the lower half though as it’s over 12 feet...
    That was my thinking @lizzie27, getting new fencing to keep my neighbour’s laurel hedge at bay and avoid having to prune it on my side every year (only the lower half though as it’s over 12 feet high!).
    That was my thinking @lizzie27, getting new fencing to keep my neighbour’s laurel hedge at bay and avoid having to prune it on my side every year (only the lower half though as it’s over 12 feet high!).
    That was my thinking @lizzie27, getting new fencing to keep my neighbour’s laurel hedge at bay and avoid having to prune it on my side every year (only the lower half though as it’s over 12 feet...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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    Plantminded
    Jan 29, 2026 at 3:23 PM
  19. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    :loll:
    :loll:
    :loll:
    :loll:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 15 16 17
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    ViewAhead
    Jan 29, 2026 at 6:39 AM
  20. Michael Hewett

    Meta ?

    Thank you @Selleri, I never seem to get any ads so I don't know why they contacted me, but never mind, it doesn't seem important now.
    Thank you @Selleri, I never seem to get any ads so I don't know why they contacted me, but never mind, it doesn't seem important now.
    Thank you @Selleri, I never seem to get any ads so I don't know why they contacted me, but never mind, it doesn't seem important now.
    Thank you @Selleri, I never seem to get any ads so I don't know why they contacted me, but never mind, it doesn't seem important now.
    Michael Hewett, Jan 27, 2026 at 7:18 AM, Computer Corner
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    Michael Hewett
    Jan 28, 2026 at 8:10 PM
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