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Latest moan from you and me 2026
It is very disheartening to think of youngsters in mass childcare situations from as early as 7.15 am. Homelife really matters and children have been the ones to suffer through the push to get...
It is very disheartening to think of youngsters in mass childcare situations from as early as 7.15 am. Homelife really matters and children have been the ones to suffer through the push to get mothers into the workplace. I have even heard of some children wearing school clothes to sleep in,...
It is very disheartening to think of youngsters in mass childcare situations from as early as 7.15 am. Homelife really matters and children have been the ones to suffer through the push to get mothers into the workplace. I have even heard of...
It is very disheartening to think of youngsters in mass childcare situations from as early as 7.15 am. Homelife really matters and children have been the ones to suffer through the push to get...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 45 46 47
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ViewAhead
Feb 15, 2026 at 6:49 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I am going to wish you all peaceful nights now and I'll see you in the morning.
I am going to wish you all peaceful nights now and I'll see you in the morning.
I am going to wish you all peaceful nights now and I'll see you in the morning.
I am going to wish you all peaceful nights now and I'll see you in the morning.
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 46 47 48
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Ladybird4
Feb 15, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
An overcast and windy day overall. A high of 14.3c and 13c now.
An overcast and windy day overall. A high of 14.3c and 13c now.
An overcast and windy day overall. A high of 14.3c and 13c now.
An overcast and windy day overall. A high of 14.3c and 13c now.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 74 75 76
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Victoria
Feb 15, 2026 at 6:38 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 15, 2026 at 6:57 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
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
We went there a few years ago - my dream garden!
Plantminded, Feb 13, 2026 at 12:26 PM, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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Baalmaiden
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:16 PM
GQT
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and kicking . Obviously depends on your site/surroundings...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. I've done and eaten both and still alive and...
Haven't listened to GQT recently but whilst producing Watercress in running water is the ideal method, it can definitely be grown and provide a decent harvest in a pot - or even in a garden pond. ...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 13, 2026 at 10:47 PM, Gardening Discussions
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Philippa
Feb 14, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Help With Growing Seeds
Looking at it, it looks like the sort of equipment that makes plugs which get sent by post and you have to grow on.I always wondered when ordering petunia plugs how they get a single petunia to...
Looking at it, it looks like the sort of equipment that makes plugs which get sent by post and you have to grow on.I always wondered when ordering petunia plugs how they get a single petunia to one plug, thinking that petunia plugs are so small?
Looking at it, it looks like the sort of equipment that makes plugs which get sent by post and you have to grow on.I always wondered when ordering petunia plugs how they get a single petunia to one plug, thinking that petunia plugs are so small?
Looking at it, it looks like the sort of equipment that makes plugs which get sent by post and you have to grow on.I always wondered when ordering petunia plugs how they get a single petunia to...
GreenFingeredPete, Feb 7, 2025, NEW Gardeners ! ... 10 11 12
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GreenFingeredPete
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Whaaattt?
Its been raining like crazy down that way recently.
Its been raining like crazy down that way recently.
Its been raining like crazy down that way recently.
Its been raining like crazy down that way recently.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 335 336 337
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pete
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Partial screening suggestions
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really hedging plants.Another option, if you don’t mind it being deciduous, is flowering currant, Ribes...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really hedging plants.Another option, if you don’t mind...
That Escallonia should be a good one I had one in my last garden. Mahonias and Nandinas are slow growing, as you have found, and need more space to show their eventual shape, they are not really...
PoppyB, Feb 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM, Other Plants
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Plantminded
Feb 15, 2026 at 4:07 PM
What is this Weed?
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side....
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side. There are typically 3 to 7 pairs (sometimes 5-15) of lateral leaflets, plus a single, distinct, terminal...
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side. There are typically 3 to 7 pairs (sometimes 5-15) of...
Looks a match to me for Cardamine hirsuta.Structure and Shape: The leaves are pinnately compound, meaning they have a central stem (rachis) with multiple leaflets arranged on either side....

Kevin Cowans, Feb 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM, Identification Area ... 2
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Silver surfer
Feb 15, 2026 at 10:33 AM
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What's Looking Good February 2026
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.
Another Iris reticulata.

NigelJ, Feb 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Plantminded
Feb 15, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.
White Tailed Eagle seen flying high over the house this morning, looks like the male of the 'resident' pair as it only has one foot.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2 3
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strongylodon
Feb 14, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
I desperately need a path in my garden @Selleri, now after seeing yours I am wondering if I could maybe attempt it myself ..
I desperately need a path in my garden @Selleri, now after seeing yours I am wondering if I could maybe attempt it myself ..
I desperately need a path in my garden @Selleri, now after seeing yours I am wondering if I could maybe attempt it myself ..
I desperately need a path in my garden @Selleri, now after seeing yours I am wondering if I could maybe attempt it myself ..
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 14 15 16
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Friendly
Feb 15, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
It looks like it is on what we call a Monk's bench which we have linen in.. Ours in the Foyer which Munchkin likes to snooze on.
It looks like it is on what we call a Monk's bench which we have linen in.. Ours in the Foyer which Munchkin likes to snooze on.
It looks like it is on what we call a Monk's bench which we have linen in.. Ours in the Foyer which Munchkin likes to snooze on.
It looks like it is on what we call a Monk's bench which we have linen in.. Ours in the Foyer which Munchkin likes to snooze on.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 5 6 7
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Victoria
Feb 15, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.
I raided bm store today Enormous planter, trays and compost, some bags were reduced, couldn't not to take.

Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Alisa
Feb 14, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Show Us Your HousePlants In Bloom Now 2026
Things that happen when you raid BM for reduced to clear- bulbs, end up with too many, and stuff them anywhere anyhow.Finish with placing behind the curtain and forget about them for a month or...
Things that happen when you raid BM for reduced to clear- bulbs, end up with too many, and stuff them anywhere anyhow.Finish with placing behind the curtain and forget about them for a month or so.
Things that happen when you raid BM for reduced to clear- bulbs, end up with too many, and stuff them anywhere anyhow.Finish with placing behind the curtain and forget about them for a month or so.
Things that happen when you raid BM for reduced to clear- bulbs, end up with too many, and stuff them anywhere anyhow.Finish with placing behind the curtain and forget about them for a month or...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Other Plants ... 2
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Selleri
Feb 15, 2026 at 10:53 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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