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Latest moan from you and me 2026
But that is not a 4 day working week though, the EU did not impose a 4 day week, that has been an option by certain companies. The 48 hour week rule has been the working directive in the UK since...
But that is not a 4 day working week though, the EU did not impose a 4 day week, that has been an option by certain companies. The 48 hour week rule has been the working directive in the UK since 1998 and the average working week in the UK being approximately 36.5 hours. Many countries have the...
But that is not a 4 day working week though, the EU did not impose a 4 day week, that has been an option by certain companies. The 48 hour week rule has been the working directive in the UK since 1998 and the average working week in the UK being...
But that is not a 4 day working week though, the EU did not impose a 4 day week, that has been an option by certain companies. The 48 hour week rule has been the working directive in the UK since...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 44 45 46
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gks
Feb 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Good morning all.Rain this morning but the sun should appear this afternoon. I hope so because we must repair the big screen that replaces the wall that the previous owner removed on the barn...
Good morning all.Rain this morning but the sun should appear this afternoon. I hope so because we must repair the big screen that replaces the wall that the previous owner removed on the barn wall. It was wooden but previous owner was going to turn it into a gite with stone walls. Changed his...
Good morning all.Rain this morning but the sun should appear this afternoon. I hope so because we must repair the big screen that replaces the wall that the previous owner removed on the barn wall. It was wooden but previous owner was going to...
Good morning all.Rain this morning but the sun should appear this afternoon. I hope so because we must repair the big screen that replaces the wall that the previous owner removed on the barn...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 44 45 46
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Busy-Lizzie
Feb 14, 2026 at 10:50 AM
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What's your weather like 2026
Blue sky!Blue fingers!On the news today, it’s minus 37°C in Finland.
Blue sky!Blue fingers!On the news today, it’s minus 37°C in Finland.
Blue sky!Blue fingers!On the news today, it’s minus 37°C in Finland.
Blue sky!Blue fingers!On the news today, it’s minus 37°C in Finland.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 71 72 73
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Tidemark
Feb 14, 2026 at 10:34 AM
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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 7:08 AM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
Don't want to brag, but we've got sunshine here in Wilts
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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LittleSparrah
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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Plants which tolerate wet winters and dry summers
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter ...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter I'm on London clay here and usually if I lose something, it's been because it hasn't liked sitting...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter I'm on London clay here and usually if I lose...
That was a really interesting read @Plantminded, thank you for posting the link. It will certainly be an excellent source for fresh ideas, should anything fail to make it through the winter ...
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Clare G
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:52 AM
GQT
Also any International listeners?
Also any International listeners?
Also any International listeners?
Also any International listeners?
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 13, 2026 at 10:47 PM, Gardening Discussions
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 13, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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!
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 9 10 11
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CarolineL
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 334 335 336
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NigelJ
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:20 AM
Partial screening suggestions
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it out. If on the other hand they are clipped into a...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on your personal preferences of course. You can thin it...
@PoppyB we have a Cytisus that was labelled as "Albus", which is meant to get up to 1.5m max, and it has reached 2.5 m. But that might be an exception.Regarding pyracantha, it all depends on...

PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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CostasK
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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...
Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area
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Kevin Cowans
Feb 14, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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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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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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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
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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
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
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
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but...
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but should be worth it.
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but should be worth it.
A number of very plump firm lily bulbs arrived from Hart's Nursery yesterday. Far better than the bagged, dry, often fragile bulbs from GC's and other stores. Yes they are more expensive, but...
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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NigelJ
Feb 14, 2026 at 9:26 AM
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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

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