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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
Solved Please identify this bush/shrub/dwarf tree?
I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
I bought a couple of these. The first season after planting, the leaves were completely demolished by caterpillars. Rather put me off replacing them.
cc120, Jul 27, 2025, Identification Area
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Ergates
Feb 7, 2026 at 9:21 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
A top attorney in America got home late one evening, after a very taxing day trying to get a stay of execution for a client, James Wright, who was due to be hanged for murder at midnight. His...
A top attorney in America got home late one evening, after a very taxing day trying to get a stay of execution for a client, James Wright, who was due to be hanged for murder at midnight. His last-minute plea for clemency to the governor had failed and he was feeling worn out and depressed.As...
A top attorney in America got home late one evening, after a very taxing day trying to get a stay of execution for a client, James Wright, who was due to be hanged for murder at midnight. His last-minute plea for clemency to the governor had...
A top attorney in America got home late one evening, after a very taxing day trying to get a stay of execution for a client, James Wright, who was due to be hanged for murder at midnight. His...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 13 14 15
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Fat Controller
Feb 7, 2026 at 8:27 PM
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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
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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?
I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent....
I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent. Mulberries taste stunning. Common denominator, none of them store or package well. The food we eat these...
I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent. Mulberries taste stunning. Common denominator, none of...
I can have a good punt at answering that.Nettle soup is probably my favourite soup, and sea buckthorn sorbet is second to none. Ground elder isn't unpleasant, in fact it's pretty decent....
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2
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Neil Clements
Feb 7, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Gosh that's very good value for money for two people @Penny_Forthem, we paid that per person last year. We've noticed that the special offers this year so far are now more expensive. Perhaps we...
Gosh that's very good value for money for two people @Penny_Forthem, we paid that per person last year. We've noticed that the special offers this year so far are now more expensive. Perhaps we should go to Anglesey!I've had a nice day, took it easy as my shoulder was a bit achey after...
Gosh that's very good value for money for two people @Penny_Forthem, we paid that per person last year. We've noticed that the special offers this year so far are now more expensive. Perhaps we should go to Anglesey!I've had a nice day, took it...
Gosh that's very good value for money for two people @Penny_Forthem, we paid that per person last year. We've noticed that the special offers this year so far are now more expensive. Perhaps we...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 37 38 39
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lizzie27
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:38 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.
I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then...
I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then many folks would adopt them naturally as they can make sense to some. As it stands, with the cost...
I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then many folks would adopt them naturally as they can...
I think they'd have gone up from where they were, yes - if folks were allowed to choose as the products themselves improved (see the difference between a Gen 1 and Gen 2 Taycan as an example) then...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 184 185 186
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Fat Controller
Feb 7, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...
The other stem on the Amarylis over 2 ft tall...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026 at 10:43 AM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Jenny namaste
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:36 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
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection...
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection between being virtuous and being corrupt, surely they are opposites.
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection between being virtuous and being corrupt, surely they...
The only human thing about it is Mandelson was out to make money and Starmer was making jobs for his mates, or someone he thought could fix things for him in the US.I dont see any connection...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 35 36 37
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pete
Feb 7, 2026 at 7:18 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

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