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Latest moan from you and me 2026
I do not see the EU as a conspiracy to exploit the UK. I see it as an unnecessary bureaucracy that costs a lot to maintain and does not represent value for money for citizens. It also protects...
I do not see the EU as a conspiracy to exploit the UK. I see it as an unnecessary bureaucracy that costs a lot to maintain and does not represent value for money for citizens. It also protects the elite - bankers, etc. What happened to Greece is a case in point. I read a very complicated...
I do not see the EU as a conspiracy to exploit the UK. I see it as an unnecessary bureaucracy that costs a lot to maintain and does not represent value for money for citizens. It also protects the elite - bankers, etc. What happened to Greece...
I do not see the EU as a conspiracy to exploit the UK. I see it as an unnecessary bureaucracy that costs a lot to maintain and does not represent value for money for citizens. It also protects...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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ViewAhead
Feb 14, 2026 at 6:29 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Good morning all, clear sky and light winds temp 0c to 6c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 7.26 Sunset 17.18 The one day that it's going to be dry but it's going to be too cold to do anything outside.
Good morning all, clear sky and light winds temp 0c to 6c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 7.26 Sunset 17.18 The one day that it's going to be dry but it's going to be too cold to do anything outside.
Good morning all, clear sky and light winds temp 0c to 6c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 7.26 Sunset 17.18 The one day that it's going to be dry but it's going to be too cold to do anything outside.
Good morning all, clear sky and light winds temp 0c to 6c Precipitation 0% Sunrise 7.26 Sunset 17.18 The one day that it's going to be dry but it's going to be too cold to do anything outside.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 70 71 72
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Logan
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:42 AM
Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
Many thanks for the link I bookmarked it.I concentrate on plants that have survived the rainy and dry years. I have spent hundreds of £££ to find out that most of them were in a wrong place...
Many thanks for the link I bookmarked it.I concentrate on plants that have survived the rainy and dry years. I have spent hundreds of £££ to find out that most of them were in a wrong place here in my garden. Since 2022, I use less and less water in the garden and don't grow vegetables which...
Many thanks for the link I bookmarked it.I concentrate on plants that have survived the rainy and dry years. I have spent hundreds of £££ to find out that most of them were in a wrong place here in my garden. Since 2022, I use less and less...
Many thanks for the link I bookmarked it.I concentrate on plants that have survived the rainy and dry years. I have spent hundreds of £££ to find out that most of them were in a wrong place...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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simone_in_wiltshire
Feb 14, 2026 at 3:27 AM
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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
Good morning everybody. Well the forecast was spot on as it is extremely frosty here this morning. All my neighbours and my car look as though they have been painted white on top and the gritter...
Good morning everybody. Well the forecast was spot on as it is extremely frosty here this morning. All my neighbours and my car look as though they have been painted white on top and the gritter has just made its way up the Lane again. I can't see a lot of gardening going on here today. I might...
Good morning everybody. Well the forecast was spot on as it is extremely frosty here this morning. All my neighbours and my car look as though they have been painted white on top and the gritter has just made its way up the Lane again. I can't...
Good morning everybody. Well the forecast was spot on as it is extremely frosty here this morning. All my neighbours and my car look as though they have been painted white on top and the gritter...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Ladybird4
Feb 14, 2026 at 6:58 AM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the youngest ones which were the last to appear.
All I’ve done today is put the fleece back on the tree fern trunk and in its crown in advance of near freezing temperatures tonight. So far only two fronds have been blackened by frost, the...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 13 14 15
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Plantminded
Feb 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
What is this Weed?
It could be what I've always called Baby Blue Eyes but sorry I don't know the Latin name for it. It's currently taking over my garden.
It could be what I've always called Baby Blue Eyes but sorry I don't know the Latin name for it. It's currently taking over my garden.
It could be what I've always called Baby Blue Eyes but sorry I don't know the Latin name for it. It's currently taking over my garden.
It could be what I've always called Baby Blue Eyes but sorry I don't know the Latin name for it. It's currently taking over my garden.
Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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lizzie27
Feb 13, 2026 at 9:22 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, 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 ... 16 17 18
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Ladybird4
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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
Thank you all very much, I've been looking these up and have found some possibilities. Plantminded - I found a video with an Escallonia Iveyi (white) with the form that I am seeking so I will...
Thank you all very much, I've been looking these up and have found some possibilities. Plantminded - I found a video with an Escallonia Iveyi (white) with the form that I am seeking so I will definitely be getting one of those. It's interesting about the Mahonia 'Soft Caress' I have one in the...
Thank you all very much, I've been looking these up and have found some possibilities. Plantminded - I found a video with an Escallonia Iveyi (white) with the form that I am seeking so I will definitely be getting one of those. It's interesting...
Thank you all very much, I've been looking these up and have found some possibilities. Plantminded - I found a video with an Escallonia Iveyi (white) with the form that I am seeking so I will...
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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PoppyB
Feb 13, 2026 at 10:11 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
Just out of interest CanadianLori I just looked on Google Maps to see what part of Ontario you are from, also looked on BBC at the Weather and it is cold there.
Just out of interest CanadianLori I just looked on Google Maps to see what part of Ontario you are from, also looked on BBC at the Weather and it is cold there.
Just out of interest CanadianLori I just looked on Google Maps to see what part of Ontario you are from, also looked on BBC at the Weather and it is cold there.
Just out of interest CanadianLori I just looked on Google Maps to see what part of Ontario you are from, also looked on BBC at the Weather and it is cold there.
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:17 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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Feb 13, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling
White helleboreDark hellebore seedling

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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NigelJ
Feb 13, 2026 at 9:22 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
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.
The 10 Glossy Ibis are still here although being young birds they are not that glossy particularly in the dull weather.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 13, 2026 at 7:49 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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