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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.
BB3, Jan 31, 2026 at 1:52 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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JennyJB
Feb 2, 2026 at 11:35 AM
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Mike's Evolving Garden
We are lucky @Michael Hewett that we can bury our cats in our own garden. This makes the way shorter if we want to talk to them. What looks currently lifeless will get soon a new "smell". Dewi...
We are lucky @Michael Hewett that we can bury our cats in our own garden. This makes the way shorter if we want to talk to them. What looks currently lifeless will get soon a new "smell". Dewi will be a good garden explorer. It's always fun seeing them exploring for the first time.
We are lucky @Michael Hewett that we can bury our cats in our own garden. This makes the way shorter if we want to talk to them. What looks currently lifeless will get soon a new "smell". Dewi will be a good garden explorer. It's always fun...
We are lucky @Michael Hewett that we can bury our cats in our own garden. This makes the way shorter if we want to talk to them. What looks currently lifeless will get soon a new "smell". Dewi...
Michael Hewett, Mar 11, 2023, Members Gallery ... 10 11 12
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:06 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Going a bit stir crazy so we went for a drive to an antiques centre and a coffee. The cafe was chocker seems others had the same idea lol. So a chaotic drive back through clouds so dark it was...
Going a bit stir crazy so we went for a drive to an antiques centre and a coffee. The cafe was chocker seems others had the same idea lol. So a chaotic drive back through clouds so dark it was like driving in a tunnel, sleet mostly and 1.5 degrees, not too windy, but every where is saturated.
Going a bit stir crazy so we went for a drive to an antiques centre and a coffee. The cafe was chocker seems others had the same idea lol. So a chaotic drive back through clouds so dark it was like driving in a tunnel, sleet mostly and 1.5...
Going a bit stir crazy so we went for a drive to an antiques centre and a coffee. The cafe was chocker seems others had the same idea lol. So a chaotic drive back through clouds so dark it was...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 52 53 54
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burnie
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
@Penny_Forthem I've had Cortisone injections in my thumbs and in my shoulder, but it was some years ago. My GP gave me local anaesthetics. The thumbs were OK and worked but the shoulder didn't...
@Penny_Forthem I've had Cortisone injections in my thumbs and in my shoulder, but it was some years ago. My GP gave me local anaesthetics. The thumbs were OK and worked but the shoulder didn't work very well and the injection was a bit painful but bearable. The thumbs weren't painful, just a...
@Penny_Forthem I've had Cortisone injections in my thumbs and in my shoulder, but it was some years ago. My GP gave me local anaesthetics. The thumbs were OK and worked but the shoulder didn't work very well and the injection was a bit painful...
@Penny_Forthem I've had Cortisone injections in my thumbs and in my shoulder, but it was some years ago. My GP gave me local anaesthetics. The thumbs were OK and worked but the shoulder didn't...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 33 34 35
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 3, 2026 at 4:44 PM
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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
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...
shiney, Feb 1, 2026 at 2:07 AM, Photo Competitions
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 2, 2026 at 8:18 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 11 12 13
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Ladybird4
Feb 3, 2026 at 6:41 AM
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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...
thriftybri, Feb 1, 2026 at 5:32 PM, Tools And Equipment
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infradig
Feb 2, 2026 at 11:36 AM
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What's Cooking Today??
Well it is almost purple
Well it is almost purple
Well it is almost purple
Well it is almost purple
Upsydaisy, May 9, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 82 83 84
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CanadianLori
Feb 1, 2026 at 10:09 PM
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.
Jungle Jane, Jan 9, 2026, Edible Gardening
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Neil Clements
Feb 1, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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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

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:43 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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NigelJ
Feb 2, 2026 at 3:55 PM
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
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 333 334 335
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Selleri
Feb 1, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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...

Selleri, Jan 31, 2026 at 12:24 PM, Roses
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Selleri
Feb 1, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
So cold out there, especially in the wind. So I dashed down the garden and cut down a phlox. We have no green waste collection again this year as they are still on strike (aka won't work). But the...
So cold out there, especially in the wind. So I dashed down the garden and cut down a phlox. We have no green waste collection again this year as they are still on strike (aka won't work). But the council are about to give us two more bins for other recycling, so why can't they do green waste,...
So cold out there, especially in the wind. So I dashed down the garden and cut down a phlox. We have no green waste collection again this year as they are still on strike (aka won't work). But the council are about to give us two more bins for...
So cold out there, especially in the wind. So I dashed down the garden and cut down a phlox. We have no green waste collection again this year as they are still on strike (aka won't work). But the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 9 10 11
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cactus_girl
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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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...
Sheal, Oct 12, 2022, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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NigelJ
Feb 2, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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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 .
That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working .
That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working .
That company also has cat shareholders, they won’t be too happy at the moment though because my CatWatch is still working .
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026, Gardening Discussions ... 3 4 5
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Plantminded
Feb 2, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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:
nightofjoy, Jan 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Plantminded
Feb 1, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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Evening all, new here
Never really got the concept of friends.
Never really got the concept of friends.
Never really got the concept of friends.
Never really got the concept of friends.
Neil Clements, Jan 29, 2026 at 6:18 PM, New Members Introduction ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 3, 2026 at 10:32 AM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Nature's spots.
Nature's spots.
Nature's spots.
Nature's spots.

shiney, Feb 1, 2026 at 12:06 PM, Photo Competitions
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cactus_girl
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:56 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Dewi playing a game called 'Dive at the newspaper and tear it to shreds'
Dewi playing a game called 'Dive at the newspaper and tear it to shreds'
Dewi playing a game called 'Dive at the newspaper and tear it to shreds'
Dewi playing a game called 'Dive at the newspaper and tear it to shreds'

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 4 5 6
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Michael Hewett
Feb 3, 2026 at 9:30 AM
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All you want to know about hedgehogs....
My trailcam had 4 out of 9 videos recorded last night with nothing to see in the videos ... until I saw hedgehog poo over the day in the garden. So, they are waking up and are looking for food.
My trailcam had 4 out of 9 videos recorded last night with nothing to see in the videos ... until I saw hedgehog poo over the day in the garden. So, they are waking up and are looking for food.
My trailcam had 4 out of 9 videos recorded last night with nothing to see in the videos ... until I saw hedgehog poo over the day in the garden. So, they are waking up and are looking for food.
My trailcam had 4 out of 9 videos recorded last night with nothing to see in the videos ... until I saw hedgehog poo over the day in the garden. So, they are waking up and are looking for food.
Spruce, Dec 3, 2013, Wildlife Corner ... 15 16 17
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 3, 2026 at 3:27 AM

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