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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Finished filling in the new border I hope, it's going to sink a bit but by how much . It's been a hard graft moving the soil around but I am very pleased with the quality of the soil ( Loam) I...
Finished filling in the new border I hope, it's going to sink a bit but by how much . It's been a hard graft moving the soil around but I am very pleased with the quality of the soil ( Loam) I saved going back years. It's had a dressing of rotten woodchip on top. I can start doing other things...
Finished filling in the new border I hope, it's going to sink a bit but by how much . It's been a hard graft moving the soil around but I am very pleased with the quality of the soil ( Loam) I saved going back years. It's had a dressing of rotten...
Finished filling in the new border I hope, it's going to sink a bit but by how much . It's been a hard graft moving the soil around but I am very pleased with the quality of the soil ( Loam) I...

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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Perki
Feb 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
A strange day here, but a bit like the pics ... sunny with drizzle until 3pm then a brief thunderstorm then sun then another thunderstorm at 6pm. Now another storm is coming so heavy rain on the...
A strange day here, but a bit like the pics ... sunny with drizzle until 3pm then a brief thunderstorm then sun then another thunderstorm at 6pm. Now another storm is coming so heavy rain on the way. I don't remember heavy rain here for a long time.
A strange day here, but a bit like the pics ... sunny with drizzle until 3pm then a brief thunderstorm then sun then another thunderstorm at 6pm. Now another storm is coming so heavy rain on the way. I don't remember heavy rain here for a long...
A strange day here, but a bit like the pics ... sunny with drizzle until 3pm then a brief thunderstorm then sun then another thunderstorm at 6pm. Now another storm is coming so heavy rain on the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 57 58 59
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Victoria
Feb 6, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
One of the reasons I enjoy an electric car, it is still working well, running smoothly and saving me money, 9 years after it was first bought...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 26 27 28
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Stephen Southwest
Feb 5, 2026 at 10:38 PM
Whaaattt?
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Re the penis enhancing injections, quote from a newspaper,‘These extraordinary rumours are yet to be matched with any hard proof,’ !!!
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 333 334 335
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Ergates
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Rare Plant Fair 2026
Despite being an apartment dweller now I am almost tempted to go along to the Kingston Bagpipes sale. It was always a good event.
Despite being an apartment dweller now I am almost tempted to go along to the Kingston Bagpipes sale. It was always a good event.
Despite being an apartment dweller now I am almost tempted to go along to the Kingston Bagpipes sale. It was always a good event.
Despite being an apartment dweller now I am almost tempted to go along to the Kingston Bagpipes sale. It was always a good event.
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 4, 2026 at 4:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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longk
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Planting Advice for Newly Landscaped Garden (Horley, UK)
Hisounds exciting already, around the pool low growing thyme.
Hisounds exciting already, around the pool low growing thyme.
Hisounds exciting already, around the pool low growing thyme.
Hisounds exciting already, around the pool low growing thyme.
Andrew Funnell, Feb 3, 2026 at 10:25 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Spruce
Feb 5, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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All you want to know about hedgehogs....
Food is currently being taken from the feeding station and a hoggy must have had a quick nap in the sleeping box but decided not to stay!
Food is currently being taken from the feeding station and a hoggy must have had a quick nap in the sleeping box but decided not to stay!
Food is currently being taken from the feeding station and a hoggy must have had a quick nap in the sleeping box but decided not to stay!
Food is currently being taken from the feeding station and a hoggy must have had a quick nap in the sleeping box but decided not to stay!
Spruce, Dec 3, 2013, Wildlife Corner ... 16 17 18
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madpenguin
Feb 5, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
Three virgin sisters were all getting married within a short time period.Mum was a bit worried about how their sex life would get started and made them all promise to send a postcard from the...
Three virgin sisters were all getting married within a short time period.Mum was a bit worried about how their sex life would get started and made them all promise to send a postcard from the honeymoon with a few words on their first impressions of marital sex.The first girl sent a card from...
Three virgin sisters were all getting married within a short time period.Mum was a bit worried about how their sex life would get started and made them all promise to send a postcard from the honeymoon with a few words on their first...
Three virgin sisters were all getting married within a short time period.Mum was a bit worried about how their sex life would get started and made them all promise to send a postcard from the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 12 13 14
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Fat Controller
Feb 6, 2026 at 6:41 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the weather over the last 5 decades has proved somewhat contrary............I'm sure Mother Nature would like...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the weather over the last 5 decades has proved somewhat...
Not only plants which have to surrender to Mother Nature but humans and wildlife too. Just as an aside, I wonder why it is "Mother" nature always to blame? Bit sexist particularly as the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 34 35 36
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Philippa
Feb 6, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Italian Pencil Cypress - planting next to house
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant...
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant either side of the door way would be a better option.
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant either side of the door way would be a better option.
I personally don't believe they have a long term future in containers, but agree planting in that position isn't a good idea. I think some trellis on the wall with a suitable climbing plant...
HaddockofKnowledge, Feb 5, 2026 at 6:39 PM, Trees
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pete
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:06 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I’m glad you enjoyed the puzzles @Ergates and I’ve written quite a few designed for my niece to do/possibly with some help, so some groups are simple and others a bit more cryptic. I’ll post one...
I’m glad you enjoyed the puzzles @Ergates and I’ve written quite a few designed for my niece to do/possibly with some help, so some groups are simple and others a bit more cryptic. I’ll post one now and then for anyone who fancies trying more.If you like this sort of word puzzle I recommend...
I’m glad you enjoyed the puzzles @Ergates and I’ve written quite a few designed for my niece to do/possibly with some help, so some groups are simple and others a bit more cryptic. I’ll post one now and then for anyone who fancies trying more....
I’m glad you enjoyed the puzzles @Ergates and I’ve written quite a few designed for my niece to do/possibly with some help, so some groups are simple and others a bit more cryptic. I’ll post one...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 36 37 38
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AuntyRach
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:31 PM
Wordle Wanderings 3
I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English!
I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English!
I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English!
I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English!
Eustace, Mar 14, 2024, Games Arena ... 2 3 4
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Victoria
Feb 5, 2026 at 6:21 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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NigelJ
Feb 6, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Planting a new fruit tree
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a...
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a good starting point Growing Pear Trees in the North - Chris Bowers & Sons
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a good starting point Growing Pear Trees in the North...
If you chose cordons or columnar trees you could maybe fit in more than one. Do your homework about varieties, rootstocks etc for your location and for the size of tree that you want. Here's a...
Novice Gardener Laura, Feb 5, 2026 at 2:13 PM, Trees
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JennyJB
Feb 6, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and...
That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and cake, or afternoon tea, and time to have a chat with some interesting people. I really look forward to...
That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and cake, or afternoon tea, and time to have a chat with...
That sounds like a great idea! Hope you will go to some future meetings, @Michael Hewett. I’ve joined a couple of women’s groups in our village, a similar arrangement with a speaker, coffee and...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Ergates
Feb 6, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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Currently Listening To 2026
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
If you are ever down in Cornwall they have bladdernut in Burncoose Gardens. Always a lovely place to visit with mature shrubs and trees - free entry - and a very good shrub nursery.
If you are ever down in Cornwall they have bladdernut in Burncoose Gardens. Always a lovely place to visit with mature shrubs and trees - free entry - and a very good shrub nursery.
If you are ever down in Cornwall they have bladdernut in Burncoose Gardens. Always a lovely place to visit with mature shrubs and trees - free entry - and a very good shrub nursery.
If you are ever down in Cornwall they have bladdernut in Burncoose Gardens. Always a lovely place to visit with mature shrubs and trees - free entry - and a very good shrub nursery.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Baalmaiden
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:30 PM
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What an eejit!
There are builders grade cheap gloves. Bright orange rubber palms, you should be able to see them even on a grey day.
There are builders grade cheap gloves. Bright orange rubber palms, you should be able to see them even on a grey day.
There are builders grade cheap gloves. Bright orange rubber palms, you should be able to see them even on a grey day.
There are builders grade cheap gloves. Bright orange rubber palms, you should be able to see them even on a grey day.
BB3, Jan 21, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Allotment Boy
Feb 5, 2026 at 9:46 AM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
Out at the ornamental planter today, some of the Pansies are still alive ( along with some big weeds). I'm not sure if they will flower again or not, but if they survive the Winter, I may move...
Out at the ornamental planter today, some of the Pansies are still alive ( along with some big weeds). I'm not sure if they will flower again or not, but if they survive the Winter, I may move them to a sunnier spot in the wood to make space for something new. I may add some hardy Cyclamen at...
Out at the ornamental planter today, some of the Pansies are still alive ( along with some big weeds). I'm not sure if they will flower again or not, but if they survive the Winter, I may move them to a sunnier spot in the wood to make space for...
Out at the ornamental planter today, some of the Pansies are still alive ( along with some big weeds). I'm not sure if they will flower again or not, but if they survive the Winter, I may move...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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ArmyAirForce
Feb 4, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Rose Gauntlet
The problem is getting them small enough. I once ordered the smaller size of the gold leaf ones and sent them back - they were huge on me, far to long in the fingers and too wide everywhere so...
The problem is getting them small enough. I once ordered the smaller size of the gold leaf ones and sent them back - they were huge on me, far to long in the fingers and too wide everywhere so there's no way I could operate secateurs wearing them.I just had a look at the welding gauntlets on...
The problem is getting them small enough. I once ordered the smaller size of the gold leaf ones and sent them back - they were huge on me, far to long in the fingers and too wide everywhere so there's no way I could operate secateurs wearing...
The problem is getting them small enough. I once ordered the smaller size of the gold leaf ones and sent them back - they were huge on me, far to long in the fingers and too wide everywhere so...
Meomye, Dec 22, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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JennyJB
Feb 6, 2026 at 11:25 AM

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