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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
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
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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
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What's your weather like 2026
Rain stopped about 2pm, nothing is drying up and it looks like it could start again at any time. 10c.
Rain stopped about 2pm, nothing is drying up and it looks like it could start again at any time. 10c.
Rain stopped about 2pm, nothing is drying up and it looks like it could start again at any time. 10c.
Rain stopped about 2pm, nothing is drying up and it looks like it could start again at any time. 10c.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 59 60 61
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 3:04 PM
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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
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
Do people really eat half this stuff, if so why are they not no 1 on the veg list.I've tried a few of the more exotic fruits and in most cases I can see why mostly we dont bother with them, same...
Do people really eat half this stuff, if so why are they not no 1 on the veg list.I've tried a few of the more exotic fruits and in most cases I can see why mostly we dont bother with them, same with a couple of the less seen veg, mostly bland and not worth the effort, of course that's just my...
Do people really eat half this stuff, if so why are they not no 1 on the veg list.I've tried a few of the more exotic fruits and in most cases I can see why mostly we dont bother with them, same with a couple of the less seen veg, mostly bland...
Do people really eat half this stuff, if so why are they not no 1 on the veg list.I've tried a few of the more exotic fruits and in most cases I can see why mostly we dont bother with them, same...
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Ah both are correct! Victoria Coren gives the points if a connection is found that works but wasn’t the original answer she had - so either is a win!Rainy here and I’m feeling tired so having a...
Ah both are correct! Victoria Coren gives the points if a connection is found that works but wasn’t the original answer she had - so either is a win!Rainy here and I’m feeling tired so having a day a home catching up on some TV.I haven’t had success with Hellebores either. Such beautiful...
Ah both are correct! Victoria Coren gives the points if a connection is found that works but wasn’t the original answer she had - so either is a win!Rainy here and I’m feeling tired so having a day a home catching up on some TV.I haven’t had...
Ah both are correct! Victoria Coren gives the points if a connection is found that works but wasn’t the original answer she had - so either is a win!Rainy here and I’m feeling tired so having a...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 37 38 39
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AuntyRach
Feb 7, 2026 at 2:24 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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Electric cars.
Of course we are - they are the only ones to ever win here and that is their current strategy. They are now flooding the market with the likes of Jaecoo, Omoda and Chery garbage that owners are...
Of course we are - they are the only ones to ever win here and that is their current strategy. They are now flooding the market with the likes of Jaecoo, Omoda and Chery garbage that owners are sadly only finding out just how garbage they are when they go wrong or are involved in an accident...
Of course we are - they are the only ones to ever win here and that is their current strategy. They are now flooding the market with the likes of Jaecoo, Omoda and Chery garbage that owners are sadly only finding out just how garbage they are...
Of course we are - they are the only ones to ever win here and that is their current strategy. They are now flooding the market with the likes of Jaecoo, Omoda and Chery garbage that owners are...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 184 185 186
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Fat Controller
Feb 7, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .
Rain enhances my sandstone paving .

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:43 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Feb 7, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
I remember from when I was a kid, in the videogame minecraft, if you right click with the bonemeal on a small tree it will instantly become a mature 10m tree. So use it carefully!!!
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Adam I
Feb 7, 2026 at 11:19 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I thought we had an open and transparent goverment
I thought we had an open and transparent goverment
I thought we had an open and transparent goverment
I thought we had an open and transparent goverment
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 34 35 36
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Jiffy
Feb 7, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan. ...
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan.Great Egret.Ruff.White Fronted Goose.Just one area with thousands of birds.
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan.Great Egret.Ruff.White Fronted Goose. ...
From Wednesday, as it was a decent day with no rain! Annual trip to Slimbridge for the winter wildfowl. Many were distant. Common Cranes by the River Severn.Bewick Swan.Whooper Swan. ...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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strongylodon
Feb 6, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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
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
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
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
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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

shiney, Feb 1, 2026 at 12:06 PM, Photo Competitions
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Selleri
Feb 6, 2026 at 7:23 AM
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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