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Chiltern seeds has some interesting heritage and heirloom varieties.
Chiltern seeds has some interesting heritage and heirloom varieties.
Chiltern seeds has some interesting heritage and heirloom varieties.
Chiltern seeds has some interesting heritage and heirloom varieties.
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Selleri
Feb 8, 2026 at 12:37 PM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening...
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening instead; an entirely more satisfactory experience....
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening instead; an entirely more satisfactory experience....
Indeed. However reality is that waiting 1-4 months for the game to respond would likely cause small boys to become big boys before the game concluded, they would get bored and tahe up gardening...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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infradig
Feb 8, 2026 at 2:18 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
You are correct It was days around the Skripals Salisbury happening.
You are correct It was days around the Skripals Salisbury happening.
You are correct It was days around the Skripals Salisbury happening.
You are correct It was days around the Skripals Salisbury happening.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 61 62 63
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Thanks I've made a pavlova for tonight and will freeze the rest.
Thanks I've made a pavlova for tonight and will freeze the rest.
Thanks I've made a pavlova for tonight and will freeze the rest.
Thanks I've made a pavlova for tonight and will freeze the rest.
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 38 39 40
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Obelix-Vendée
Feb 8, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I have an over vigorous and very prickly American Pillar rose in the veg garden growing up a dead nectarine tree. I tidied it up and dead headed it after its summer flowering but it grew like mad...
I have an over vigorous and very prickly American Pillar rose in the veg garden growing up a dead nectarine tree. I tidied it up and dead headed it after its summer flowering but it grew like mad after that so I pruned it today. It's a once flowering rambler but something had to be done. It grew...
I have an over vigorous and very prickly American Pillar rose in the veg garden growing up a dead nectarine tree. I tidied it up and dead headed it after its summer flowering but it grew like mad after that so I pruned it today. It's a once...
I have an over vigorous and very prickly American Pillar rose in the veg garden growing up a dead nectarine tree. I tidied it up and dead headed it after its summer flowering but it grew like mad...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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
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Electric cars.
And exactly the reason that the XC60 jumped to the top of my shortlist.My current Volvo XC60 gives 22mpg around town, 30-32mpg on a run, from a 2-litre turbo charged engine. Don't get me wrong,...
And exactly the reason that the XC60 jumped to the top of my shortlist.My current Volvo XC60 gives 22mpg around town, 30-32mpg on a run, from a 2-litre turbo charged engine. Don't get me wrong, it is no slouch, with 250bhp on tap if I want it, but in reality I don't very often use that.A...
And exactly the reason that the XC60 jumped to the top of my shortlist.My current Volvo XC60 gives 22mpg around town, 30-32mpg on a run, from a 2-litre turbo charged engine. Don't get me wrong, it is no slouch, with 250bhp on tap if I want it,...
And exactly the reason that the XC60 jumped to the top of my shortlist.My current Volvo XC60 gives 22mpg around town, 30-32mpg on a run, from a 2-litre turbo charged engine. Don't get me wrong,...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 185 186 187
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Fat Controller
Feb 8, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 13 14 15
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LunarSea
Feb 8, 2026 at 1:42 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
In theory, but in over 25 years of growing snowdrops I've yet to spot one that looks different to it's neighbours; this you can put down to my observation skills, lack of pollinators as the...
In theory, but in over 25 years of growing snowdrops I've yet to spot one that looks different to it's neighbours; this you can put down to my observation skills, lack of pollinators as the snowdrops flowering season moves steadily earlier.
In theory, but in over 25 years of growing snowdrops I've yet to spot one that looks different to it's neighbours; this you can put down to my observation skills, lack of pollinators as the snowdrops flowering season moves steadily earlier.
In theory, but in over 25 years of growing snowdrops I've yet to spot one that looks different to it's neighbours; this you can put down to my observation skills, lack of pollinators as the...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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NigelJ
Feb 8, 2026 at 1:19 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
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
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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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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, 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
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
A bit like Biden then.
A bit like Biden then.
A bit like Biden then.
A bit like Biden then.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 36 37 38
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pete
Feb 8, 2026 at 5:18 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
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Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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NigelJ
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