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  1. JWK
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  2. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    I am signing out for this evening. My exciting day has fair worn me out :) See you all in the morning.
    I am signing out for this evening. My exciting day has fair worn me out :) See you all in the morning.
    I am signing out for this evening. My exciting day has fair worn me out :) See you all in the morning.
    I am signing out for this evening. My exciting day has fair worn me out :) See you all in the morning.
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  3. shiney
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    RESULT OF THE JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    No need for that. I’m on a diet for medical reasons (only) :)BTW, we had customers that sent thank-you’s to our office. The highlight was an original Swiss cherry cake from Switzerland. I had...
    No need for that. I’m on a diet for medical reasons (only) :)BTW, we had customers that sent thank-you’s to our office. The highlight was an original Swiss cherry cake from Switzerland. I had helped him to get a video finished which was for the wedding next day :spinning:
    No need for that. I’m on a diet for medical reasons (only) :)BTW, we had customers that sent thank-you’s to our office. The highlight was an original Swiss cherry cake from Switzerland. I had helped him to get a video finished which was for the...
    No need for that. I’m on a diet for medical reasons (only) :)BTW, we had customers that sent thank-you’s to our office. The highlight was an original Swiss cherry cake from Switzerland. I had...
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  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    A strange day here with a sunny morning, a thunderstorm and rain at one o'clock, then, as now, sun again. High was 14,7c briefly,, now 11.6c and rain forecast for this evening.
    A strange day here with a sunny morning, a thunderstorm and rain at one o'clock, then, as now, sun again. High was 14,7c briefly,, now 11.6c and rain forecast for this evening.
    A strange day here with a sunny morning, a thunderstorm and rain at one o'clock, then, as now, sun again. High was 14,7c briefly,, now 11.6c and rain forecast for this evening.
    A strange day here with a sunny morning, a thunderstorm and rain at one o'clock, then, as now, sun again. High was 14,7c briefly,, now 11.6c and rain forecast for this evening.
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  5. thriftybri

    tool

    For gardening purposes, suggest a Chillington hoe would be a near equivalent. Regarding military tooling, once discussed with an ex- 'Desert Rat, the efficiency/effectiveness of the folding...
    For gardening purposes, suggest a Chillington hoe would be a near equivalent. Regarding military tooling, once discussed with an ex- 'Desert Rat, the efficiency/effectiveness of the folding military issue digging spade. Asking if they were any use . Reply "Not very good but work better after the...
    For gardening purposes, suggest a Chillington hoe would be a near equivalent. Regarding military tooling, once discussed with an ex- 'Desert Rat, the efficiency/effectiveness of the folding military issue digging spade. Asking if they were any...
    For gardening purposes, suggest a Chillington hoe would be a near equivalent. Regarding military tooling, once discussed with an ex- 'Desert Rat, the efficiency/effectiveness of the folding...
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  6. Upsydaisy
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    What's Cooking Today??

    Well it is almost purple :heehee:
    Well it is almost purple :heehee:
    Well it is almost purple :heehee:
    Well it is almost purple :heehee:
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  7. Jungle Jane

    Anyone struck fig tree cuttings before?

    Indeed. It'll likely be breaking dormancy in around a month and could be fully rooted by June. Unless this house sale goes incredibly smoothly, there should be enough time.
    Indeed. It'll likely be breaking dormancy in around a month and could be fully rooted by June. Unless this house sale goes incredibly smoothly, there should be enough time.
    Indeed. It'll likely be breaking dormancy in around a month and could be fully rooted by June. Unless this house sale goes incredibly smoothly, there should be enough time.
    Indeed. It'll likely be breaking dormancy in around a month and could be fully rooted by June. Unless this house sale goes incredibly smoothly, there should be enough time.
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  8. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    Cantua buxifolia; keeps moaning about the lack of Humming birds in an English winter.Crassula ovata
    Cantua buxifolia; keeps moaning about the lack of Humming birds in an English winter.Crassula ovata
    Cantua buxifolia; keeps moaning about the lack of Humming birds in an English winter.Crassula ovata
    Cantua buxifolia; keeps moaning about the lack of Humming birds in an English winter.Crassula ovata
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  9. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    Yes, what a gig! My shiffon scarves are still drying on the radiator.More seriously, being overwhelmed by water is one of the scariest things that can happen. Glad you were ok @cactus_girl
    Yes, what a gig! My shiffon scarves are still drying on the radiator.More seriously, being overwhelmed by water is one of the scariest things that can happen. Glad you were ok @cactus_girl
    Yes, what a gig! My shiffon scarves are still drying on the radiator.More seriously, being overwhelmed by water is one of the scariest things that can happen. Glad you were ok @cactus_girl
    Yes, what a gig! My shiffon scarves are still drying on the radiator.More seriously, being overwhelmed by water is one of the scariest things that can happen. Glad you were ok @cactus_girl
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  10. BB3

    Did I plant this?

    Agree about the hairy bittercress. We don't get a lot of the toadflax or the oxalis.
    Agree about the hairy bittercress. We don't get a lot of the toadflax or the oxalis.
    Agree about the hairy bittercress. We don't get a lot of the toadflax or the oxalis.
    Agree about the hairy bittercress. We don't get a lot of the toadflax or the oxalis.
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  11. Selleri

    A happy little Rose problem

    Thank you :)I have potted them up for now, and they are big plants- but also full of healthy looking buds so I might be in for a proper treat :)The largest, Hyde Hall , will definitely go in the...
    Thank you :)I have potted them up for now, and they are big plants- but also full of healthy looking buds so I might be in for a proper treat :)The largest, Hyde Hall , will definitely go in the front as my front yard is all paved over to provide ample parking space. I don't have a car so...
    Thank you :)I have potted them up for now, and they are big plants- but also full of healthy looking buds so I might be in for a proper treat :)The largest, Hyde Hall , will definitely go in the front as my front yard is all paved over to...
    Thank you :)I have potted them up for now, and they are big plants- but also full of healthy looking buds so I might be in for a proper treat :)The largest, Hyde Hall , will definitely go in the...
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  12. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Going to say nothing as so wet and floods but then 2 days ago we at last planted out the broad bean seedlings (which looked very good) and covered them to stop the pigeons having a go. And...
    Going to say nothing as so wet and floods but then 2 days ago we at last planted out the broad bean seedlings (which looked very good) and covered them to stop the pigeons having a go. And then....nothing
    Going to say nothing as so wet and floods but then 2 days ago we at last planted out the broad bean seedlings (which looked very good) and covered them to stop the pigeons having a go. And then....nothing
    Going to say nothing as so wet and floods but then 2 days ago we at last planted out the broad bean seedlings (which looked very good) and covered them to stop the pigeons having a go. And...
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  13. Sheal
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    Household tips

    Lactose is a milk sugar and will caramelise on a hot iron. One thing to be aware of is that different brands of generic medicines have different additives as well as the active ingredients. These...
    Lactose is a milk sugar and will caramelise on a hot iron. One thing to be aware of is that different brands of generic medicines have different additives as well as the active ingredients. These additives are often chosen on cost and to make that brand distinctive. A colleague of mine was on...
    Lactose is a milk sugar and will caramelise on a hot iron. One thing to be aware of is that different brands of generic medicines have different additives as well as the active ingredients. These additives are often chosen on cost and to make...
    Lactose is a milk sugar and will caramelise on a hot iron. One thing to be aware of is that different brands of generic medicines have different additives as well as the active ingredients. These...
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  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    Where to go and what can I expect

    That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working :biggrin:.
    That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working :biggrin:.
    That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working :biggrin:.
    That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working :biggrin:.
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  15. nightofjoy

    Complete re-hash of our first owned garden.

    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
    Try Buddleia, Choisya or Phormiums.There’s a comprehensive guide here:
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  16. Neil Clements
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    Evening all, new here

    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
    That's a great outcome @Neil Clements, I'm glad that the pushy couple lost out to a respectful gardener! Looking forward to hearing how your garden develops and welcome to the forum!
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  17. shiney
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    FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    A murmuration of Golden PloverFrampton Marsh, RSPB Lincs
    A murmuration of Golden PloverFrampton Marsh, RSPB Lincs
    A murmuration of Golden PloverFrampton Marsh, RSPB Lincs
    A murmuration of Golden PloverFrampton Marsh, RSPB Lincs
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  18. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
    Thanks @Victoria yes that rug is unique. :heehee:
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  19. Spruce
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    All you want to know about hedgehogs....

    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
    This little one is being cared for at my local rescue. When a cosy home is required, there's nothing quite like hedgehog engineering .
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  20. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    Witches Butter
    Witches Butter
    Witches Butter
    Witches Butter
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