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  1. eatenbyweasels
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    Tomato Growing 2026

    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
    Thanks. I'm growing both of those this year, so I'll keep an eye out.
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  2. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
    It's just 1c out there and bitterly cold.A weather warning has popped up for tomorrow night for heavy snow. Oh not again.
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  3. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
    I hope they turn out ok @CanadianLori, and it isn't a waste of time and money, I don't know what they tasted like. Maybe it would be less work making some from a recipe in a modern book.
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  4. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    @lizzie27 I remember you telling us about planting the primroses last year so how lovely that they are all rewarding you with a super show. I have seen a lot of primroses round and about. I always...
    @lizzie27 I remember you telling us about planting the primroses last year so how lovely that they are all rewarding you with a super show. I have seen a lot of primroses round and about. I always associate yellow and green with Spring's arrival. Hope that you feel relaxed after your massage but...
    @lizzie27 I remember you telling us about planting the primroses last year so how lovely that they are all rewarding you with a super show. I have seen a lot of primroses round and about. I always associate yellow and green with Spring's arrival....
    @lizzie27 I remember you telling us about planting the primroses last year so how lovely that they are all rewarding you with a super show. I have seen a lot of primroses round and about. I always...
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  5. Logan
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  6. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame warming up the hole first before they put in the tarmac, you don't see that now, when some holes here were...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame warming up the hole first before they put in the tarmac,...
    We have the same, potholes are making the headlines here but the repairs are rubbish now!!!! if i remember right that years ago when they repaired a hole you would see a person with a flame...
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  7. shiney
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    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    :rolleyespink: Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it...
    :rolleyespink: Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it and so it served as a lawnmower. On a quiet weekend, a man working for the tax office, past his...
    :rolleyespink: Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it and so it served as a lawnmower. On a quiet...
    :rolleyespink: Goodness me. How to make life unbearable.Reminds me on a report 30 odd years ago. In Baveria, a man retired and colleagues give him a sheep as a present. He didn’t have really a purpose for it...
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  8. GreenFingeredPete

    GQT

    Died 2009.
    Died 2009.
    Died 2009.
    Died 2009.
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  9. Allex50

    Hot weather on the way?

    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to lessen the amount of sun. I avoid any actual netting -...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can drape green shading material over the top to...
    I find the normal "cloche covers" work well enough whatever the weather. It allows light and some moisture but obviously you would still need to water in very dry periods. If necessary, you can...
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  10. Selleri
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2026

    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
    @Alisa that's actually the same planter that I used to create a container pond! Though I am looking to upgrade to a bigger one soon, if I can find one that doesn't cost a fortune.
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  11. Allex50

    Strawberries preparing

    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they aren't showing much signs of new growth yet.
    If you are growing them outside then I wouldn't bother about feeding them at present - not worth it given the current wet weather. I have some of mine in the cold GH and even down here, they...
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  12. JWK
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  13. shiney
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    PHOTO COMP DISCUSSION THREAD

    My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
    My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
    My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
    My daughters dog, he does that for walks and treats.
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  14. GreenFingeredPete

    Help With Growing Seeds

    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now...
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now chockerblock :)And it's legal to grow maryjane here, so who cares anymore :biggrin:
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now chockerblock :)And it's legal to grow maryjane here,...
    Yes, they can block nosey parkers but they are superior for keeping heat in and the insides are reflective to maximize the efficacy of the lights. I have 2 that are 4x4 feet square. One is now...
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  15. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"! :biggrin:
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and fails to meet these"! :biggrin:
    I can't imagine your beautiful garden looking a mess, My aspirations are somewhat more modest. Reminds me of a reference for a student I was told about once - "Sets himself low standards and...
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  16. JWK
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  17. Michael Hewett
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    Slow pages

    Thanks for the donations - message from Webmaster. :blue thumb:The tech guy shall be in discussion with Admin over what needs doing, what can be done and what may not be possible if the updates for some...
    Thanks for the donations - message from Webmaster. :blue thumb:The tech guy shall be in discussion with Admin over what needs doing, what can be done and what may not be possible if the updates for some things are no longer available. I won't be involved in the tech side as I know nothing about...
    Thanks for the donations - message from Webmaster. :blue thumb:The tech guy shall be in discussion with Admin over what needs doing, what can be done and what may not be possible if the updates for some things are no longer available. I won't be involved...
    Thanks for the donations - message from Webmaster. :blue thumb:The tech guy shall be in discussion with Admin over what needs doing, what can be done and what may not be possible if the updates for some...
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  18. Allex50

    PUFAs and GC bought compost.

    @Allex50 concerned about PUFAs: this might be worth a listen. BBC Radio 4 - Toxic!, A Recipe for Disaster?
    @Allex50 concerned about PUFAs: this might be worth a listen. BBC Radio 4 - Toxic!, A Recipe for Disaster?
    @Allex50 concerned about PUFAs: this might be worth a listen. BBC Radio 4 - Toxic!, A Recipe for Disaster?
    @Allex50 concerned about PUFAs: this might be worth a listen. BBC Radio 4 - Toxic!, A Recipe for Disaster?
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  19. Cornsquashandy

    Summer or Autumn raspberry?

    Thanks all for your replies. I’ll wait & see what happens in the spring.
    Thanks all for your replies. I’ll wait & see what happens in the spring.
    Thanks all for your replies. I’ll wait & see what happens in the spring.
    Thanks all for your replies. I’ll wait & see what happens in the spring.
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  20. JWK
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    Crafters Corner 2026

    Those eyes are really captivating @Valley Gardener . Beautiful painting. Love the name too :)
    Those eyes are really captivating @Valley Gardener . Beautiful painting. Love the name too :)
    Those eyes are really captivating @Valley Gardener . Beautiful painting. Love the name too :)
    Those eyes are really captivating @Valley Gardener . Beautiful painting. Love the name too :)
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