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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    Shush you'll scare it away again.
    Shush you'll scare it away again.
    Shush you'll scare it away again.
    Shush you'll scare it away again.
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  2. Plantminded
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    Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers

    Regarding the idea of using mounds & dips, it's very interesting but based on my experience I would agree with @micearguers that it's easier to use in a bigger garden, if your garden doesn't have...
    Regarding the idea of using mounds & dips, it's very interesting but based on my experience I would agree with @micearguers that it's easier to use in a bigger garden, if your garden doesn't have that structure naturally. Going small doesn't really work long term in my opinion. When I planted...
    Regarding the idea of using mounds & dips, it's very interesting but based on my experience I would agree with @micearguers that it's easier to use in a bigger garden, if your garden doesn't have that structure naturally. Going small doesn't...
    Regarding the idea of using mounds & dips, it's very interesting but based on my experience I would agree with @micearguers that it's easier to use in a bigger garden, if your garden doesn't have...
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  3. GreenFingeredPete

    GQT

    Also any International listeners?
    Also any International listeners?
    Also any International listeners?
    Also any International listeners?
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  4. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    @GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
    @GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
    @GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
    @GreenFingeredPete Yes it's expensive, but I saw a similar one with a friend and was impressed. And I don't have enough windowsills for the seeds I start growing around now!
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  5. JWK
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  6. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    A change of subject; the idea of visitors leaving there mark on monuments they visit has gone on for millennia. Language Log - https://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll
    A change of subject; the idea of visitors leaving there mark on monuments they visit has gone on for millennia. Language Log - https://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll
    A change of subject; the idea of visitors leaving there mark on monuments they visit has gone on for millennia. Language Log - https://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll
    A change of subject; the idea of visitors leaving there mark on monuments they visit has gone on for millennia. Language Log - https://languagelog.ldc.upenn.edu/nll
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  7. PoppyB

    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...
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  8. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    @gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for...
    @gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for personal pursuits.@pete each country has a proportionate number or representatives working in the EU...
    @gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for personal pursuits.@pete each country has a...
    @gks they have employment legislation which stops employees doing more than a 48 hour week and having to pay overtime for 8 of those. A 35 to 40 hour week is the norm, hence the extra time for...
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  9. Kevin Cowans

    What is this Weed?

    Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS...
    Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS discourages as it helps it to Spread, oh well, Live and Learn.ThanksKevin
    Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS discourages as it helps it to Spread, oh well, Live and...
    Hello @BB3Thanks. it does seem to be that.Now, I need to remove it, the RHS recommends removing it with a Trowel or Hand Fork.I made the mistake Last Year of Hoeing it which the RHS...
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  10. NigelJ
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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
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  11. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating...
    It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating had come on. House is still cold. We watched episode 1 of The Summit last night. I didn't think OH...
    It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating had come on. House is still cold. We watched...
    It looks wonderful out there this morning, but it was so chilly in the house (only 11) that I stayed in bed till 8.15, then got up and saw to the dogs and made a cuppa, by which time, the heating...
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  12. JWK
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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.
    Grey Wag 1.jpg Gold 2.jpg Chiffchaffs.jpg Goosander 2.jpg Goose 30.jpg goose 1.jpg
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  13. simone_in_wiltshire
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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...
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  14. JWK
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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
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  15. hi2u_uk

    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...
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  16. Greenlion66

    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...
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  17. Selleri
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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...
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  18. 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 :-
    DSC07345.JPG D, kingianum - small.jpg 20260125_113348.jpg 20260119_193155.jpg upload_2026-1-31_13-47-36.png upload_2026-1-31_13-48-11.png
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  19. 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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  20. 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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