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  1. Novice Gardener Laura

    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
  2. simone_in_wiltshire

    Rare Plant Fair 2026

    Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
    Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th September) in Conwy are still pretty good for this. (The...
    Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual Seed Fair (26th March) and Honey Fair (13th...
    Another good place to get unusual plants used to be the old traditional town market or annual fair where you might get the hobby growers with just a small table of surplus whatever. The annual...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 4, 2026 at 4:22 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    Notwellygood
    Feb 7, 2026 at 10:34 AM
  3. NigelJ
    Like x 12

    What's Looking Good February 2026

    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a flower. Good for the white-tail bumblebee that is around since December.The red Anemone gets...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a flower. Good for the white-tail bumblebee that is...
    The chillies are coming nicely. I prepared the pots for the moment when I separate them.My Ladybirds are still there :)One of the two Scarbiosa plants has survived the foxes and gets a...
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    NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:43 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Feb 7, 2026 at 4:12 PM
  4. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    We had a surprise two hours of sun this afternoon followed by a burst of rain. High today of 14c briefly , Overcast and 12.5c now and showers forecast later.
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 59 60 61
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    Victoria
    Feb 7, 2026 at 5:46 PM
  5. kristie davies

    Improving drainage help

    While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially...
    While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially root formations and symbosis with fungi and associated life forms. The majority of questions here...
    While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially root formations and symbosis with fungi and...
    While the weather remains "challenging, I consider ones time is best spent researching soil composition, profiling, soil organisms, ground water levels, basic geology, plant physiology especially...
    kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026, NEW Gardeners !
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    infradig
    Feb 6, 2026 at 12:13 PM
  6. Victoria

    Osmanthus fragrans

    I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
    I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
    I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
    I received seeds today for an orange variety of this plant. Has anyone tried it from seed? Thank you in advance for any advice.
    Victoria, Feb 6, 2026 at 11:52 AM, Other Plants
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    Victoria
    Feb 6, 2026 at 11:52 AM
  7. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Give a human power and the opportunity to make money through it ... and many will grab the chance enthusiastically. But governments in democracies should have checks and balances to prevent the...
    Give a human power and the opportunity to make money through it ... and many will grab the chance enthusiastically. But governments in democracies should have checks and balances to prevent the worst abuses. Gordon Brown is right in saying it is the lobbying system that is at issue. The...
    Give a human power and the opportunity to make money through it ... and many will grab the chance enthusiastically. But governments in democracies should have checks and balances to prevent the worst abuses. Gordon Brown is right in saying it...
    Give a human power and the opportunity to make money through it ... and many will grab the chance enthusiastically. But governments in democracies should have checks and balances to prevent the...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 35 36 37
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    ViewAhead
    Feb 7, 2026 at 7:07 PM
  8. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    You're doing well. Swear words are a big helper at such times.;)
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 10 11 12
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    pete
    Feb 7, 2026 at 3:15 PM
  9. Meomye

    Rose Gauntlet

    I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
    I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
    I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
    I (female though with medium hands) got Wilko gauntlets which were excellent against thorns and not too big. Range have taken over the Wilko brand, so might stock them
    Meomye, Dec 22, 2025, General Gardening Discussion
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    CarolineL
    Feb 7, 2026 at 8:21 AM
  10. Logan

    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
  11. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted...
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted the menus! With £35 each day (each!) allowance and two restaurants, we will be spoilt for choice....
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted the menus! With £35 each day (each!) allowance and...
    Chinese all prepped and ready to wok and roll. I am having ginger and spring onion chicken and he's having his usual Cha sui pork. Really looking forward to our short break away. I have consulted...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 37 38 39
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    Penny_Forthem
    Feb 7, 2026 at 6:42 PM
  12. Tidemark

    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
  13. shiney
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    FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings :)
    The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings :)
    The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings :)
    The Season is officially here. Grow lights (and me) smiling at my Heuchera seedlings :)
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    shiney, Feb 1, 2026 at 12:06 PM, Photo Competitions
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    Selleri
    Feb 6, 2026 at 7:23 AM
  14. HaddockofKnowledge

    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
  15. JWK
    Sticky

    A Joke or Two 2026

    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 12 13 14
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    Fat Controller
    Feb 7, 2026 at 1:46 PM
  16. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    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
  17. Andrew Funnell

    Planting Advice for Newly Landscaped Garden (Horley, UK)

    @Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
    @Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
    @Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
    @Andrew Funnell are you coming back?
    Andrew Funnell, Feb 3, 2026 at 10:25 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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    Busy-Lizzie
    Feb 7, 2026 at 6:26 PM
  18. Spruce
    Sticky
    Like x 10

    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
  19. Eustace

    Wordle Wanderings 3

    I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English! :redface:
    I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English! :redface:
    I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English! :redface:
    I do the Portuguese version and, like today, do better than English! :redface:
    Eustace, Mar 14, 2024, Games Arena ... 2 3 4
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    Victoria
    Feb 5, 2026 at 6:21 PM
  20. JWK
    Sticky

    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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    2,955
    Ergates
    Feb 6, 2026 at 6:13 PM
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