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Show Off Your Pets 2026
Wonderful. Sounds like our setup.
Wonderful. Sounds like our setup.
Wonderful. Sounds like our setup.
Wonderful. Sounds like our setup.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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Victoria
Feb 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Sunny this morning, had a walk by the sea. I was planning to move some more snowdrops this afternoon, but just as we got back to the car, it started to rain. Instead, I’ve sorted out a couple of...
Sunny this morning, had a walk by the sea. I was planning to move some more snowdrops this afternoon, but just as we got back to the car, it started to rain. Instead, I’ve sorted out a couple of banking paperwork files and transferred some of OHs savings to a better interest account. I’ve shown...
Sunny this morning, had a walk by the sea. I was planning to move some more snowdrops this afternoon, but just as we got back to the car, it started to rain. Instead, I’ve sorted out a couple of banking paperwork files and transferred some of OHs...
Sunny this morning, had a walk by the sea. I was planning to move some more snowdrops this afternoon, but just as we got back to the car, it started to rain. Instead, I’ve sorted out a couple of...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 41 42 43
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Ergates
Feb 11, 2026 at 5:07 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
The first day for ages there has been no rain plus a little sunshine as a bonus.
The first day for ages there has been no rain plus a little sunshine as a bonus.
The first day for ages there has been no rain plus a little sunshine as a bonus.
The first day for ages there has been no rain plus a little sunshine as a bonus.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 66 67 68
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john558
Feb 11, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Mysterious plant or fungus
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
I've seen many a slug being munched by a hedgehog, they sound surprisingly crunchy.
simone_in_wiltshire, Feb 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM, Identification Area ... 2
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Thevictorian
Feb 11, 2026 at 10:42 AM
Has anyone planted a decorative garden only with edibles?
Sunflower seeds make quite nice microgreens, I used ones for birdseed, much cheaper! Batchelors dried peas are the best for pea shoots.
Sunflower seeds make quite nice microgreens, I used ones for birdseed, much cheaper! Batchelors dried peas are the best for pea shoots.
Sunflower seeds make quite nice microgreens, I used ones for birdseed, much cheaper! Batchelors dried peas are the best for pea shoots.
Sunflower seeds make quite nice microgreens, I used ones for birdseed, much cheaper! Batchelors dried peas are the best for pea shoots.
Neil Clements, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:25 PM, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Baalmaiden
Feb 11, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I think the US has actually done very well out of their past collaboration with Europe and NATO. They have been insulated from direct threat from Russia, by reason of distance, while making a...
I think the US has actually done very well out of their past collaboration with Europe and NATO. They have been insulated from direct threat from Russia, by reason of distance, while making a fortune manufacturing and selling defence equipment and aircraft to the rest of us. Hardly the one way...
I think the US has actually done very well out of their past collaboration with Europe and NATO. They have been insulated from direct threat from Russia, by reason of distance, while making a fortune manufacturing and selling defence equipment...
I think the US has actually done very well out of their past collaboration with Europe and NATO. They have been insulated from direct threat from Russia, by reason of distance, while making a...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 39 40 41
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Ergates
Feb 11, 2026 at 5:23 PM
any tips for rain and outdoor plants in containers ?
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere virtually frost free you will not see much happening at the moment. In my cold greenhouse I've just...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere virtually frost free you will not see much happening...
They have had a winter of low light and colder, wetter weather. So it's no surprise they aren't at their best. Give them until Easter and then look at them again. Unless you reside somewhere...
hi2u_uk, Feb 7, 2026 at 7:19 PM, Container Gardening
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NigelJ
Feb 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 14 15 16
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Ergates
Feb 11, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
My first Iris reticulata have opened today.
My first Iris reticulata have opened today.
My first Iris reticulata have opened today.
My first Iris reticulata have opened today.

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Plantminded
Feb 11, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
I think you end up with stronger plants by overwintering, maybe just my thinking, long time since I've grown them. Tbh.Fox gloves and wallflowers are a bit tougher IMO.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 8 9 10
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pete
Feb 11, 2026 at 6:39 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Took the opportunity of slightly drier weather to wander around the garden collecting woody plant material for the garden bin, I hate not having anything for collection day, tomorrow, as I pay...
Took the opportunity of slightly drier weather to wander around the garden collecting woody plant material for the garden bin, I hate not having anything for collection day, tomorrow, as I pay extra and I want my monies worth.I've got the kind of garden where I can always find something for...
Took the opportunity of slightly drier weather to wander around the garden collecting woody plant material for the garden bin, I hate not having anything for collection day, tomorrow, as I pay extra and I want my monies worth.I've got the kind...
Took the opportunity of slightly drier weather to wander around the garden collecting woody plant material for the garden bin, I hate not having anything for collection day, tomorrow, as I pay...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 11 12 13
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pete
Feb 11, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Bonemeal/Growmore/Chicken Pellets
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as could tell by the label on the rhododendron it was a cheap one from Lidls*.As they say if you like...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as could tell by the label on the rhododendron it was...
I also passed a house near where I live and that had a nice couple of rhododendron in the border, quite close to the rose bushes, should I knock on their door and have a word? I didn’t bother as...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 6, 2026 at 3:40 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 10, 2026 at 10:45 PM
Hedychium question
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
I think they might well do.
Fof, Feb 7, 2026 at 12:17 PM, Tropical Gardening
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pete
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:59 PM
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programmes to watch
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
The first episode is a bit depressing but stick with it. You are in for a very odd evening!
Logan, Sep 26, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Tidemark
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:37 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.
Long Tailed Tits, Goldfinch and Siskins, this week.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 10, 2026 at 8:20 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another...
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another person.Simple! @shiney , looking very grand already Thanks for sharing the journey!
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another person.Simple! @shiney , looking very grand...
In the mayor's garden of course. You can show them law that his/ her approval is not required. Then find another law granting you free passage to your property within the boundaries of another...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 15 16 17
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Selleri
Feb 10, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Improving drainage help
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long and it will be hard work. The rye really helps the drying out in early spring and the roots make the...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long and it will be hard work. The rye really helps the...
Bit late for this year but if you have really claggy clay soil I'd try winter green manure, something like grazing rye, it works if you dig it in when the clay is drying slightly, wait too long...
kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026, NEW Gardeners ! ... 2
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pete
Feb 10, 2026 at 6:11 PM
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Electric cars.
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
That keeps the other lanes clear for us then .
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 187 188 189
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Plantminded
Feb 10, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Planting Advice for Newly Landscaped Garden (Horley, UK)
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow and columnar, and Miscanthus Malepartus which is a larger, vigorous grass. The three have different...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow and columnar, and Miscanthus Malepartus which is a...
A good one to try which will tolerate clay @Andrew Funnell is Calamagrostis Karl Foerster. It has a columnar form, growing to about 1.5m in flower. Others include Panicum Northwind, also narrow...
Andrew Funnell, Feb 3, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion
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Plantminded
Feb 10, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Planting a new fruit tree
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Use your search engine and input - how to use manure for fruit trees. This will help.
Novice Gardener Laura, Feb 5, 2026 at 2:13 PM, Trees
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waterbut
Feb 10, 2026 at 9:34 AM

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