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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It's raining again with a gentle breeze from the east north east temp 4c feels like 0c.
    It's raining again with a gentle breeze from the east north east temp 4c feels like 0c.
    It's raining again with a gentle breeze from the east north east temp 4c feels like 0c.
    It's raining again with a gentle breeze from the east north east temp 4c feels like 0c.
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  2. Plantminded

    Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers

    Have you considered adapting your garden as a result of recent weather experiences? What are you planning to replace, change or avoid or are you hoping for more reliable conditions?I thought...
    Have you considered adapting your garden as a result of recent weather experiences? What are you planning to replace, change or avoid or are you hoping for more reliable conditions?I thought this link might be useful for anyone considering adding any new plants this year. I'm tempted to stick...
    Have you considered adapting your garden as a result of recent weather experiences? What are you planning to replace, change or avoid or are you hoping for more reliable conditions?I thought this link might be useful for anyone considering...
    Have you considered adapting your garden as a result of recent weather experiences? What are you planning to replace, change or avoid or are you hoping for more reliable conditions?I thought...
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  3. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Yes, those are very interesting. I would like to know where you sourced the dome lights too please!
    Yes, those are very interesting. I would like to know where you sourced the dome lights too please!
    Yes, those are very interesting. I would like to know where you sourced the dome lights too please!
    Yes, those are very interesting. I would like to know where you sourced the dome lights too please!
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  4. PoppyB

    Partial screening suggestions

    Despite leaving the flowers on over winter for wildlife to feed on and shelter in, my Buddleias never spread anywhere, very disappointing :biggrin:. They remain politely controlled with annual pruning. I...
    Despite leaving the flowers on over winter for wildlife to feed on and shelter in, my Buddleias never spread anywhere, very disappointing :biggrin:. They remain politely controlled with annual pruning. I think soil, climate and local conditions dictate whether spreading takes place successfully.I also...
    Despite leaving the flowers on over winter for wildlife to feed on and shelter in, my Buddleias never spread anywhere, very disappointing :biggrin:. They remain politely controlled with annual pruning. I think soil, climate and local conditions dictate...
    Despite leaving the flowers on over winter for wildlife to feed on and shelter in, my Buddleias never spread anywhere, very disappointing :biggrin:. They remain politely controlled with annual pruning. I...
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  5. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    I would say the purpose of expanding the EU was for western nations to be able to access eastern Europe's work force. How is Bulgaria fairing since joining the EU, mass emigration which is...
    I would say the purpose of expanding the EU was for western nations to be able to access eastern Europe's work force. How is Bulgaria fairing since joining the EU, mass emigration which is contributing to now having one of the fastest aging population's, brain drain. Since joining the EU, both...
    I would say the purpose of expanding the EU was for western nations to be able to access eastern Europe's work force. How is Bulgaria fairing since joining the EU, mass emigration which is contributing to now having one of the fastest aging...
    I would say the purpose of expanding the EU was for western nations to be able to access eastern Europe's work force. How is Bulgaria fairing since joining the EU, mass emigration which is...
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  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Nothing, It's raining again:whistle:
    Nothing, It's raining again:whistle:
    Nothing, It's raining again:whistle:
    Nothing, It's raining again:whistle:
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  7. JWK
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    Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026

    I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
    I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
    I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
    I can't remember if I've already shown this, so here it is again (maybe) ... Hatiora gaertneri :-
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  8. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Morning all, feel somewhat ashamed to report we've got brilliant sunshine here with blue skies so I'm planning to do more gardening with a bit of luck. OH is feeling better and fancies a walk in...
    Morning all, feel somewhat ashamed to report we've got brilliant sunshine here with blue skies so I'm planning to do more gardening with a bit of luck. OH is feeling better and fancies a walk in fresh air which suits me - I wonder if the Valentines goodies in the local shop will prod him into...
    Morning all, feel somewhat ashamed to report we've got brilliant sunshine here with blue skies so I'm planning to do more gardening with a bit of luck. OH is feeling better and fancies a walk in fresh air which suits me - I wonder if the...
    Morning all, feel somewhat ashamed to report we've got brilliant sunshine here with blue skies so I'm planning to do more gardening with a bit of luck. OH is feeling better and fancies a walk in...
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  9. JWK
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  10. Neil Clements

    Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?

    All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
    All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
    All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
    All my plants are edible but I wouldn't say they are decorative and some have never fruited eg my figs Some plants just constantly die eg my cranberries
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  11. hi2u_uk

    any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?

    Well I guess one of mine is close to a wall
    Well I guess one of mine is close to a wall
    Well I guess one of mine is close to a wall
    Well I guess one of mine is close to a wall
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  12. Selleri

    Starting seeds on moist paper instead of compost- share your method

    I still like my soil block method.
    I still like my soil block method.
    I still like my soil block method.
    I still like my soil block method.
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  13. NigelJ
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    What's Looking Good February 2026

    These look better in a bowl, I think, as they hang their heads in my flower bed.
    These look better in a bowl, I think, as they hang their heads in my flower bed.
    These look better in a bowl, I think, as they hang their heads in my flower bed.
    These look better in a bowl, I think, as they hang their heads in my flower bed.
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  14. shiney
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    FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026

    Looking for Love
    Looking for Love
    Looking for Love
    Looking for Love
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  15. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    Collared Doves are not at all common around here so three on next door's roof was a surprise as I hardly ever see two. They have been declining Nationally over the last 20 years.
    Collared Doves are not at all common around here so three on next door's roof was a surprise as I hardly ever see two. They have been declining Nationally over the last 20 years.
    Collared Doves are not at all common around here so three on next door's roof was a surprise as I hardly ever see two. They have been declining Nationally over the last 20 years.
    Collared Doves are not at all common around here so three on next door's roof was a surprise as I hardly ever see two. They have been declining Nationally over the last 20 years.
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  16. JWK
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    Things that have made you happy today 2026

    Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
    Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
    Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
    Anyone who knows Edinburgh will know of Greyfriars’ Bobby. Here is the Brazilian one.Loyal dog who lived by owner's grave for 10 years inspires new law in Brazil
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  17. Sian in Belgium

    Herbs that are looking good this week…

    A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
    A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
    A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
    A new year, and I am still picking herbs each week!This week, we have rosemary (one plant is starting to flower!), winter savoury and bronze fennel.
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  18. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    Spot the collie
    Spot the collie
    Spot the collie
    Spot the collie
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  19. Logan
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    programmes to watch

    Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
    Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
    Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
    Like detectorists a very slow start but given Mackenzie Crook is the writer of both I suspect it will build. Very niche.
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  20. Marley Farley
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    WILDFLOWERS YOU HAVE SEEN WHILE OUT WALKING

    King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
    King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
    King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
    King Alfred's cakes.Witches Butter.Early Spider orchid rosettes.
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