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Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
All very good thoughts above, thank you, please keep them coming! Most of the plants that I grow here I have chosen first of all because I like them, secondly because they are hardy and don’t...
All very good thoughts above, thank you, please keep them coming! Most of the plants that I grow here I have chosen first of all because I like them, secondly because they are hardy and don’t require winter protection (apart from the tree fern) and thirdly because they can cope with dry, sandy...
All very good thoughts above, thank you, please keep them coming! Most of the plants that I grow here I have chosen first of all because I like them, secondly because they are hardy and don’t require winter protection (apart from the tree fern)...
All very good thoughts above, thank you, please keep them coming! Most of the plants that I grow here I have chosen first of all because I like them, secondly because they are hardy and don’t...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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Plantminded
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:35 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
When is someone going to pay for proper roads here, cant go anywhere without falling in potholes.I think there were lies on both sides, the old chestnut that only the uneducated voted for...
When is someone going to pay for proper roads here, cant go anywhere without falling in potholes.I think there were lies on both sides, the old chestnut that only the uneducated voted for brexit, mmmm, I thought that had died a death. Farmers didn't like the funding they got when we were in...
When is someone going to pay for proper roads here, cant go anywhere without falling in potholes.I think there were lies on both sides, the old chestnut that only the uneducated voted for brexit, mmmm, I thought that had died a death. Farmers...
When is someone going to pay for proper roads here, cant go anywhere without falling in potholes.I think there were lies on both sides, the old chestnut that only the uneducated voted for...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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pete
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
After months with no rain last year, the groundwater levels must have suffered quite a lot. Thames Water wrote in November 2022 that we needed more rain to fill the levels below the rocks where...
After months with no rain last year, the groundwater levels must have suffered quite a lot. Thames Water wrote in November 2022 that we needed more rain to fill the levels below the rocks where they get their water from. After 3 months of rain between August and November 2022, the water started...
After months with no rain last year, the groundwater levels must have suffered quite a lot. Thames Water wrote in November 2022 that we needed more rain to fill the levels below the rocks where they get their water from. After 3 months of rain...
After months with no rain last year, the groundwater levels must have suffered quite a lot. Thames Water wrote in November 2022 that we needed more rain to fill the levels below the rocks where...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 70 71 72
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:22 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning
Suzie and Bell on a log this morning

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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wiseowl
Feb 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Afternoon all.Another day of errands but also lunch with my sister so we had a good catch up. One errand was to deliver a parcel that was posted to my house by mistake. Correct number but wrong...
Afternoon all.Another day of errands but also lunch with my sister so we had a good catch up. One errand was to deliver a parcel that was posted to my house by mistake. Correct number but wrong street! I didn’t mind (I hope they would do the same?) but the house was elevated from the road by...
Afternoon all.Another day of errands but also lunch with my sister so we had a good catch up. One errand was to deliver a parcel that was posted to my house by mistake. Correct number but wrong street! I didn’t mind (I hope they would do the...
Afternoon all.Another day of errands but also lunch with my sister so we had a good catch up. One errand was to deliver a parcel that was posted to my house by mistake. Correct number but wrong...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 43 44 45
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AuntyRach
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I would love to get out there and start preparing for the delivery of a Crab Apple “Laura” which is due sometime next week
I would love to get out there and start preparing for the delivery of a Crab Apple “Laura” which is due sometime next week
I would love to get out there and start preparing for the delivery of a Crab Apple “Laura” which is due sometime next week
I would love to get out there and start preparing for the delivery of a Crab Apple “Laura” which is due sometime next week
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Bluejayway
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:33 PM
What is this Weed?
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in...
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in advanceKevin
Hello allI Hope you are Well.I have this Weed growing in sections of the Borders:Can someone Please identify this for me?Also, what is most effective way to get rid of it?Thanks in...

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form of cover for each container. A few sticks in each...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst the rain continues other than providing some form...
If you follow the advice given above re ensuring the containers are able to drain well and raise the containers off the ground so excess water can run out, there is little more you can do whilst...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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Philippa
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:21 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 15 16 17
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ChrisIB
Feb 13, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Old apple trees and water shoots
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and leaves being taken out. The reason winter pruning...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce vigour as you will remove energy from the sap and...
Yes I agree with previous posts. You need to do a light trim now ( so as not to stimulate overgrowth) and a summer prune later in August or September. With the summer prune you will reduce...
Greenlion66, Feb 13, 2026 at 1:54 PM, Trees
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Allotment Boy
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Partial screening suggestions
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
We love our Mahonia ‘soft caress’ which isn’t prickly at all, but might not grow tall enough. Ours is between 1m to 1.5m Similarly Nandina. I can’t remember the variety we have, but it’s trouble free.
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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Golarne
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I've often looked at Ali express but never bought anything, the pricing always looks ridiculous and there has to be a catch. Probably 99p for the article and £10 P&P.
I've often looked at Ali express but never bought anything, the pricing always looks ridiculous and there has to be a catch. Probably 99p for the article and £10 P&P.
I've often looked at Ali express but never bought anything, the pricing always looks ridiculous and there has to be a catch. Probably 99p for the article and £10 P&P.
I've often looked at Ali express but never bought anything, the pricing always looks ridiculous and there has to be a catch. Probably 99p for the article and £10 P&P.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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pete
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white lilies and dahlia David Howard please". Unfortunately to non-gardeners, if the pack says "spider lily"...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white lilies and dahlia David Howard please". Unfortunately...
The B&Q in Carmarthen is relocating, and reducing lots of stuff. My partner was there and took a photo of the available summer bulbs etc, all down to 50p each. I looked at it and said "white...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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CarolineL
Feb 13, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone...
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone blandaViolasScilla hohenackerii
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone blandaViolasScilla hohenackerii
Sarcococca hookerianaSarcococca hookeriana flowersOpen crocusCrocus versicolourPrimula vulgarisArum italicumGalanthus woronowiiCrocuses and snowdropsAnemone...

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 13, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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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 :-

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:41 AM
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
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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hi2u_uk
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:39 PM
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.

Selleri, Jan 28, 2026, Propagation This Month
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CanadianLori
Feb 12, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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FEBRUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love
Looking for Love

shiney, Feb 1, 2026, Photo Competitions ... 2
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Friendly
Feb 12, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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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.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 12, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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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
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Tidemark
Feb 12, 2026 at 4:03 PM

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